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Disney News Headlines
September 2002

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James A. Rasulo Promoted to President of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
James A. Rasulo promoted to president of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
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OCReg: Disney parks chief named (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th Orange County Register talks about Jay Rasulo who has been announced as the new head of Disney's Parks and Resorts division.
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NYTimes: Disney Selects a Chief for Its Theme Parks and Resorts (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th New York Times talks about Jay Rasulo's appointment as head of Disney's Parks and Resorts.
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FT: Disney parks head quits for Gap (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
In a September 27th Financial Times analyst Jessica Reif Cohen, an analyst at Merrill Lynch talks about Pressler;s departure stating, "Disney's best and most experienced executive and we view his departure as a loss for the company"
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LATimes: More Woes for Eisner: Key Exec Takes Gap Job (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 27th Los Angeles Times talks about Paul Pressler's departure as head of Disney's Parks and Resorts.
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Forbes: Disney Exec To Mind The Gap (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 26th Forbes talks about continuing concerns over Disney's lack of management strength highlighted by Paul Pressler's departure. If he is able to turnaround the Gap's economic performance it will shore up concerns that Eisner is unable to groom a number two, a position many thought Pressler would fill.
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LPWire: Eisner's Comment on Pressler's Departure (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
Paul has been a tremendous asset to the Walt Disney Company over his 15 years of service," said Michael D. Eisner, chairman and chief executive officer of the Walt Disney Company. "Under his leadership, both the Parks and Resorts and the Disney Stores were guided through a time of enormous creative and financial growth. I am certain that Paul's talents will benefit the Gap tremendously, just as they have added outstanding value to our company," Eisner said.
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OrSen: Disney picks parks chief (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th Orlando Sentinel talks about Jay Rasulo's appointment as head of Disney's Parks and Resorts offering comments by Walt Disney World's chief Al Weiss.
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Fool: Disney Fills Gap (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
A Fool.com editorial talks about Pressler's departure from Disney.
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JimHillMedia: Jay leads the way (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/30/02
Jim Hilll chimes in with his thoughts and analysis of Disney's announcement placing Jay Rasulo as the new head of Disney's Parks and Resorts.
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NYTimes: LA Times Editorial Blasts Disney CEO Michael Eisner (General) posted: 9/30/02
The New York Times talks about a Los Angeles Times' editorial which heavily criticizes Michael Eisner for the continuing departure of high-level executives from the Disney Company.
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LATimes: Failing Magic at Disney (General) posted: 9/30/02
A September 29th Los Angeles Times editorial describes Disney's continuing economic troubles and its impact on Southern California as well as talks about the recent meeting which is leading to changes in the Company's board.
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NYTimes: At Disney, Speculation Over Executive's Successor (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 27th New York Times offers speculation as to who will will replace Paul Pressler who has left the Disney Company to head the Gap. Names talked about include Walt Disney World's Al Weiss, Disneyland Paris' Jay Rasulo, Disneyland Resort president Cynthia Harris and Disney Cruise Lines' Matt Ouimet.
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NYTimes: Questions Raised on Disney Board (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th New York Times talks about the Disney Company's move making Senator George J. Mitchell, the co-chairman of its influential governance and nominating committee. Some feel this decision is aimed at reducing the influence of outspoken Disney boardmember, Stanley P Gold.
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SunSentinel: Disney in talks with Spain over adding nation to Epcot pavilion (WDW) posted: 9/30/02
The September 28th Florida Sun-Sentinel reports Disney officials are in talks to make Spain the 11th Epcot World Showcase pavilion.
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OrBusJrn: Graves digs Disney hotels; a World without Amex? (WDW) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th Orlando Business Journal reports architect Michael Graves has been signed on for Disney World's Swan and Dolphin room renovations. The article also discusses how the non-Disney owned hotels found their way into the center of Walt Disney World and talks about the end of Walt Disney World's 30-year relationship with American Express.
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Disney's Pin Trading Site offers Interview with Disney Design Group Character Artist (DL,Coll) posted: 9/30/02
Visit OfficialDisneyPinTrading.com for an interview with Disney Design Group Character Artist Monty Maldovan.
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LPWire: Grim Grinning Ghosts Visit Disney Gallery Beginning Oct 4 (DL) posted: 9/30/02
From October 4, 2003 - January 5, 2003, The Disney Gallery will host an exhibit filled with 999 Happy Haunts with original concept Art from Disneyland's Haunted Mansion, Tim Burton's "Nightmare Before Christmas" feature film, as well as props from the attraction and film.
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LPWire: Meredith Vieira to Host Soap Weekend Millionaire Play It (WDW) posted: 9/30/02
Meredith Vieira, moderator of ABC Daytime's "The View� and host of the new weekday version of "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire,� will host the exclusive Super Soap special edition "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire: Play It!� During Super Soap Weekend, November 9-10 at Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World Resort, popular ABC Daytime stars team together to win prizes for the lucky contestant in the Hotseat.
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OrBusJrn: Disney inks Dasani deal (DL,WDW,General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 23rd Orlando Business Journal reports Disney's U.S. parks and resorts, and on the Disney Cruise Line will offer only Dasani water following a deal with the Coca Cola Company. As part of the deal Dasani water will also have more advertising Disney-owned media outlets such as ABC-TV, ESPN and Lifetime.
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OrSen: Little princesses eat up breakfast (WDW) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th Orlando Sentinel talks about Epcot's Princess Storybook Breakfast.
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Reuters: 'Monsters, Inc.' Sells 11 Million DVDs, Videos in Week (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
The September 25th Reuters reports the Monsters, Inc set a record in first-week sales of DVDs.
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AWN: Sweatbox: Inside The Emperor's New Groove (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
The September 26th Animation World Magazine takes a look at the behind-the-scenes documentary The Sweatbox.
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AniMovieNews: Jungle Book 2 Pictures (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
Animated-Movies.com offers photos from Jungle Book II.
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FilmForce: Exclusive Report from the Pirates of the Caribbean Green Light Party (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
The September 27th FilmForce offers news from Disney's Green Light Party for their upcoming adventure film Pirates of the Caribbean based on the theme park attraction. Article offers some artwork.
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Animagic: Roger Rabbit DVD News (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
Animagic talks about the upcoming Roger Rabbit dvd
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VidPremiereAward: George of the Jungle 2 News (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
Video Premiere Award reports Chris Showerman will star in Disney's live action sequel George of the Jungle 2 and offers a photo of an ape animatronic under creation for the film.
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Eonline: Sweet Home Alabama #1, Signs #9 (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
E! Online reports Touchstone Pictures Signs came in at number nine this weekend with an estimated box office take of $2.3 million.
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LP: Nancy Drew Coming to Wonderful World of Disney (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
On Sunday, October 20th The Adventures of Nancy Drew will air on Disney's Wonderful World of Disney. Accompanied by childhood girlfriends George (Lauren Birkell) and Bess (Jill Ritchie), Nancy (Maggie Lawson) heads to River Heights University where she stumbles upon another mystery to unravel.
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Reuters: NBC carries Wed. night, ABC's "My Wife" strong (General) posted: 9/30/02
The August 27th Reuters reports ABC's My Wife and Kids beat out Fox's Bernie Mac and Cedric the Entertainer.
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LATimes: A New Season, New Drama: ABC's Struggle for Ratings (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 23rd Los Angeles Times takes a look at ABC's push to increase ratings.
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OCReg: New shows race out of the gate (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th Orange County Register takes a look at the performance of newly introduced ABC sitcoms like 8 Simple Rules, and Life with Bonnie and others.
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LATimes: Mexican Billionaire Interested in Team (General) posted: 9/30/02
According to the September 28th Los Angeles Times, one of Mexico's richest men Carlos Peralta is interested in the Anaheim Angels. Peralta currently owns Tigers de Angelopolis, a Mexico City-based team that is one of 16 in the Mexican League. Peralta is listed among the 400 richest people by Forbes Magazine.
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LATimes: Nederlander Family Expresses Interest (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 29th Los Angeles Times reports the Nederlander family who owns theaters from New York to Los Angeles and are limited partners with the Yankees have shown interest in the Anaheim Angels. Due to their current relationship with the Yankees the commissioner's office would have to approve and the deal probably wouldn't continue until the playoffs have completed. As part of the deal the family would have to divest those holdings under baseball rules if they were to buy the Angels.
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LATimes: Record Season Heaven-Sent for the Star-Crossed Angels (General) posted: 9/30/02
The September 30th Los Angeles Times takes a look at the Disney-owned Anaheim Angels who are in post-season play for the first time in 16 years.
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Mickey and Friends Live on Stage in Australia (General) posted: 9/30/02
Throughout October Mickey Mouse and pals will appear in Adventures in Rocket Park at theaters and arenas in Western and Southern Australia.
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Arena Joondalup to Host Lilo & Stich Pool Party (Movies) posted: 9/30/02
Attention Western Australians! On Friday, October 11 2002 the Arena Joondalup will host the Lilo and Stitch Splash it Pool Party.
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Paul Pressler leaves Disney for Gap, Inc. (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/26/02
Press release announcing Paul Pressler, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, has left Disney to become CEO of Gap, Inc.
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AP: Paul Pressler to be CEO of Gap, Inc. (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 9/26/02
More on Paul Pressler's departure from Disney.
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OrSen: Disney resort guests can get early start at parks (WDW) posted: 9/26/02
The Orlando Sentinel is reporting Dinsey will soon reinstate Magic Mornings as the "Extra Magic Hour". The article also discuss future hiring and the closing of the Hunchback of Notre Dame show.
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AP: Disney settles Wide World of Sports lawsuit (WDW) posted: 9/26/02
Disney has settled a lawsuit filed by two businessmen against them for the Wide World of Sports Complex. The suit was in appeals after a jury awared the two $240 million in an earlier trial.
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AP: Disney board approves Eisner's plan (General) posted: 9/26/02
In a highly anticipated board meeting Disney's board unanimously approved CEO Michael Eisner's plan for getting the Company back on track.
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AP: Disney and AOLTW to merge ABC News and CNN? (General) posted: 9/26/02
A CNN exec says Disney and AOL/Time Warner are in talks to merge the news operations of ABC and CNN in a move to save money for both parent companies.
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LATimes: Disney hires bank for sports team sale (General) posted: 9/26/02
The Los Angeles Times is reporting Disney has hired a bank to help sell its two sports teams - a significant step in the process.
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LATimes: Disney Is Targeted in Abuse Campaign (General) posted: 9/26/02
The Los Angeles Times reports anti-sweatshop activists are targeting Disney in an effort to discredit companies that "cut and run" when confronted with evidence of sweatshops.
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LATimes: Trying to reach Michael (General) posted: 9/26/02
Sportswriter T.J. Simers has a funny story about trying to reach Michael Eisner to congratulate him.
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OrSen: Arugula Salad from Disney's BoardWalk (WDW) posted: 9/26/02
The Orlando Sentinel has a recipe for the Arugula Salad from Spoodles on Disney's Boardwalk.
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Dopey Sculpture Event at Downtown Disney September 27-29, 2002 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/24/02
Press release announcing the Dopey sculpture event at Downtown Disney September 27-29th.
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New ABC shows produce strong results (General) posted: 9/24/02
The LA Times is reporting that ABC executives are pleased with the performance of new shows that aired on Tuesday. ABC performed the best out of all the networks and produced its best ratings on that night in over a year.
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Investors press for split roles at Disney (General) posted: 9/24/02
The Financial Times is reporting that a group of Walt Disney Company shareholders, led by Providence Capital's Herbert Denton, have drafted a six-point proposal which includes the recommendation to separate the roles of CEO and Chairman. Both of these roles are currently held by Michael Eisner.
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Tomorrowland could get scary (General) posted: 9/24/02
The OC Register presents an AP report discussing the upcoming Walt Disney Company board meeting to be held on Tuesday. Topics expected to be discussed are a major board reorganization and investor concerns.
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Embattled Disney board may see big changes (General) posted: 9/24/02
The Orlando Sentinel offers their perspective on the upcoming Walt Disney Company board meeting. The board has been under pressure due to sagging fiscal performance.
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Defectors profit with Disney out of the picture (General) posted: 9/24/02
The Financial Times discusses the departure of former Disney studio executives and suggests that The Walt Disney Company might be more successful if senior management had been able to keep its creative executives from leaving and forming their own studios.
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Orange Checks Math for Police Costs (WDW) posted: 9/24/02
The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that Orange County officials agreed to meet with Walt Disney World and citizens to figure out if they are contributing to help pay for Sheriff protection.
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Little Mermaid attraction will resurface (WDW) posted: 9/24/02
The Orlando Sentinel reports that The Voyage of The Little Mermaid attraction at the Disney-MGM Studios will undergo a refurbishment starting in January but the show will reopen unchanged. Also in the article it is reported that homes have been found for the pigeons that used to be released at Walt Disney World. The pigeon released were halted because hawks had started to prey on them
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Part-timers organize (WDW) posted: 9/24/02
The Orlando Sentinel reports that many casual regular cast members have voted to unionize. Walt Disney World did not oppose the unionization because they agreed to take a neutral position in the last contract negotiations.
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Stage version of Disney's Aladdin to begin performances (DL) posted: 9/24/02
Playbill is reporting that a musical based on the animated film will begin December 9th at the Hyperion Theater in Disney's California Adventure. The production, under the artistic direction of Anne Hamburger, is based on the animated film with Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice. Disneyland says there are no plans to take the show to Broadway at this time.
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Disney Fools with animation pitch (Movies) posted: 9/24/02
Animation Magazine reports that Disney has picked up a script for an animated feature penned by American Pie 2 scribe David H. Steinberg. The story follows a court jester that tries to restore peace to his kingdom
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Disney adapts Japanese anime film ‘Spirited Awayâ€? for U.S. moviegoers (Coll) posted: 9/24/02
The Associated Press reports on Disney's release of the most successful Japanese film. Spirited Away will be released in selected theaters on Friday.
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Disney preps Martial Arts ‘Snow Whiteâ€? (Movies) posted: 9/24/02
Variety reports that Disney is negotiating with Yuen Wo Ping, the choreographer of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon� to direct a martial arts version of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. This would be the directors English-language debut.
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Court dismisses lawsuit against ABC: (General) posted: 9/24/02
A federal appeals court dismissed a lawsuit against ABC. An Arizona medical laboratory complained of ABC's actions in producing a report for ABC News' Primetime Live.
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Disney unveils deals with AT&T wireless and Sprint PCS (General) posted: 9/24/02
Disney has reached separate deals with AT&T wireless and Sprint PCS to offer content for the next generation of mobile phones.
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ESPN to Launch New 24-Hour Spanish-Language Network (General) posted: 9/24/02
Press release announcing ESPN will begin a 24 hour spanish station
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ESPN Radio to carry Anaheim Angels Play-By-Play Broadcasts (General) posted: 9/24/02
Press release announcing ESPN Radio will begin carrying Anaheim Angels baseball games next season.
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Walt Disney Internet Group Content To Be Distributed on AT&T (General) posted: 9/24/02
Press release announcing some content from the Walt Disney Internet Group will be featured on AT&T Worldnet's home page
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Troy Percival's milestones represent mileposts on the Angels' playoff drive (General) posted: 9/24/02
The LA Times reports on Troy Percival and the Anaheim Angels. The article includes comments on how moves made by Disney, the team owner, strengthened the roster and improved performance
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WDWMagic: WDW rumors - early entry returning? (WDW) posted: 9/19/02
Walt Disney World Magic offers news from around the Walt Disney World Resort including the return of early entry on October 1st.
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Newschannel2000: Disney announces changes to theme parks. (WDW) posted: 9/19/02
Disney announces changes to theme parks: Newschannel 2000 is reporting several changes are in the works for Walt Disney World including the closure of The Hunchback of Notre Dame show and increased character meet and greets. They also report that The 100 Years of Magic celebration has been extended until February
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WKMG: Disney cruise passenger arrested on cocaine charges (WDW) posted: 9/19/02
Disney Ship Passenger Arrested on Cocaine Charges: WKMG is reporting that a passenger about The Disney Cruise Line's Disney Magic was arrested for possessing 30 pounds of cocaine.
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USAToday: Disney hopes the Japanese Spirited Away captures America (Movies) posted: 9/19/02
Disney hopes Japanese ‘toon casts US spell: USA Today reports on the United States release of Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away which will be released in selected theaters on Friday. Disney hopes that the number one movie of all time in Japan will find success in the states after the disappointing performance of his last U.S. release; Princess Mononoke.
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OCReg: Monsters, Inc. has "monster" opening day release (Movies) posted: 9/19/02
Animated flick has ‘Monster' day, selling 5 million copies total The Orange County register reports that Monsters Inc. has broken the record form most videos and DVDs sold in a single day which was previously held by The Lion King. This comes as Walt Disney Company shareholders initiated a class action lawsuit against the company for withholding information about litigation involving Winnie the Pooh licensing rights.
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Variety: Kurt Russell in negotiations to do a Disney film again (Movies) posted: 9/19/02
Disney , Russell try Puck Luck: Variety reports that former Disney child star, Kurt Russell is in negotiations to star in "Miracle�, a film about the 1980 U.S. Olympic Ice Hockey Team. Russell would play coach Herb Brooks
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OCReg: Succession Story Disney's Next Tale? (General) posted: 9/19/02
The Orange County Register reports that Herbert Denton, president of Providence Capital Inc., is seeking support for his efforts to convince Disney to name a successor for Michael Eisner. This comes after Mr. Denton called a meeting of institutional shareholders to discuss The Walt Disney Company's current financial difficulties.
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Forbes: Disney says performance will improve (General) posted: 9/19/02
Disney tries to ease concern on ABC, theme parks Forbes is reporting that The Walt Disney Company is trying to reassure shareholders that company performance will turnaround with a new ABC line-up and the end of the travel slump caused by the September 11th attacks.
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Drudge: ABC wins two consecutive nights (General) posted: 9/19/02
The Drudge Report has an article discussing ABC's two night consecutive primetime ratings wins. It even mentions that Nightline outperformed CBS's Late Show with David Letterman. ABC's performance is considered critical to reviving Disney's stock price
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OrSen: Disney unveils time-share plans (WDW) posted: 9/17/02
The September 14th Orlando Sentinel reports the Disney Institute is being converted into Saratoga Springs Resort Spa, a Disney Vacation Club location that will open in 2004.
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OrSen: Disney to close private lounges for passholders (WDW) posted: 9/17/02
The September 16th Orlando Sentinel reports the test period for the Annual Passholders lounges in WDW ends September 30th and the lounges are expected to close.
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LATimes: Disney CEO Reassures Analysts, Investors (General) posted: 9/17/02
The September 14th Los Angeles Times offers highlights from CEO Michael Eisner and CFO Thomas Staggs' meeting with Wall Street investors and analysts Friday.
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LPWire: Disney Treasures Wave 3 Coming Dec 3 (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/17/02
WALT DISNEY TREASURES: WAVE 2 presents Mickey Mouse's amazing early black and white adventures, a complete collection of Goofy's shorts, and many of Walt's marvelous "behind-the-scenes" films of his studio. All three 2-disc DVD sets are chock full of supplemental features such as rare or unseen archival material, story sketch sequences, still-frame production art galleries, historical publicity and memorabilia galleries, special featurettes, and more.
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LPWire: Walt: Man Behind the Myth Comes to DVD Oct 8 (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 9/17/02
Walt: The Man Behind The Myth is the fascinating story of Walt Disney based on all-new interviews with friends, family and collaborators, and featuring excerpts from Walt's never before seen home movies. The film was initiated by Diane Disney Miller, daughter of Walt Disney, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Walt Disney's birth in 2001.
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LPWire: Lilo & Stitch DVD Coming Dec 3 (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/17/02
Lilo & Stitch Disney DVD Includes Hilarious "InterSTITCHals," Deleted Scenes, Games, Behind-The-Scenes Features And More
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LATimes: ABC to Continue 'Monk,' Delay Airing 'Dinotopia' (Movies) posted: 9/17/02
According to the September 14th Los Angeles Times, ABC will continue to rerun Monk a few days after its USA Network premiere and has delayed the Dinotopia series until Thanksgiving.
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HollywdRprtr: ABC mines Ratzenberger for telepic (Movies) posted: 9/17/02
The September 17th Hollywood Reporter announces John Ratzenberger has been signed to portray one of the nine Pennsylvania miners in ABC's upcoming untitled telefilm about the men who spent 80 hours trapped in a flooded shaft in July.
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HollywdRprtr: Dis, ABC bet that 'Push' is cure for Thursday ills (Movies) posted: 9/17/02
The September 15th Hollywood Reporter discusses ABC's unorthodox new drama Push, Nevada which they hope will help them establish a Thursday night audience which is currently dominated by NBC's Friends and Will and Grace as well as CBS' Survivor and CSI.
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LPWire: ABC Auctions Offers Viewers a Chance to Experience The Fall TV Season Up Close (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/17/02
ABC Auctions presented by eBay is celebrating the launch of the ABC Television Network's Fall TV lineup with an all-star auction now through September 26. It will feature an unprecedented mix of experiences with the stars and collector's items and memorabilia from many of ABC's most popular shows. Net proceeds from the auctions will benefit each television show's charity of choice.
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LPWire: Square and Disney's Kingdom Hearts Ships for the PlayStation2 Computer Entertainment System (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/17/02
Featuring more than 100 Disney characters, KINGDOM HEARTS is debuting new Disney characters, Sora, Riku, Kairi and the Heartless, designed by Square's Tetsuya Nomura, director and character designer of KINGDOM HEARTS. Nomura is best known for his creations in the top selling titles FINAL FANTASY(R) VII, VIII and X. The new Disney characters team up with classic favorites, as they've never been seen before, to embark on a magical adventure that takes them to familiar and newly created Disney worlds.
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LPWire: JAKKS Pacific to Produce "TV Games'' for Disney (Coll) posted: 9/17/02
"TV Games" utilize a television to plug and play multiple video games contained within an all-in-one system controller. JAKKS "TV Games" featuring classic Disney characters, Winnie the Pooh and Friends, Disney Princesses, and other Disney properties is slated to premiere Fall 2003.
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WKMG: Disney Ship Passenger Arrested On Cocaine Charges (WDW) posted: 9/17/02
According to the September 17th WKMG report, a Disney Magic passenger has been arrested for possession of more than 30 pounds of cocaine.
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LATimes: Kwan As Good As Gold (Movies) posted: 9/17/02
The September 17th Los Angeles Times reports Michelle Kwan is recording a character voice for the direct to video Mulan 2 and takes a look at the Olympic athlete's other activities.
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BusWire: Disney Company Announces 2002 Disney's American Teacher Awards Honorees (General) posted: 9/17/02
The Walt Disney Company today announced the selection of 32 teachers as honorees for the 2002 Disney's American Teacher Awards. This award honors representatives of the teaching profession who construct creative learning environments in which students and teachers alike explore, imagine and engage in a variety of thought-provoking experiences.
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LPWire: DIS Securities Purchasers Represented By Schatz & Nobel In Class Action Lawsuit (General) posted: 9/17/02
The Complaint alleges that Disney and certain of its officers and directors failed to disclose the existence and potential effects of a pending lawsuit concerning merchandising rights for Winnie the Pooh ("Pooh").
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LPWire: WDIG Names David Placier Vice President of Customer Marketing and Analysis (General) posted: 9/17/02
In this position, he leads all customer relationship management efforts at WDIG, including directing development of customer marketing strategy, guiding customer marketing planning and execution for the online businesses of The Walt Disney Company and working with WDIG's technology team in implementing technology solutions.Placier joins WDIG from McKinsey & Co. where, among other business in the marketing practice, he managed a significant customer relationship marketing consulting project for WDIG.
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CBSMW: Disney gets ready for analyst meeting (General) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th CBS MarketWatch reports Disney Chairman and CEO Michael Eisner will be in New York talking with analysts and institutional investors, reassuring them the Disney Company is making the right moves for economic recovery.
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OCReg: Disney, Pixar deal seen as uncertain (Movies,General) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th Orange County Register reports Pixar stock was downgraded on the possibility that Disney may not strike another deal with them.
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OCReg: Angels in first (General) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th Orange County Register announces the Disney-owned Anaheim Angels are in first place with the Oakland A's.
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LPWire: Fillmore! Captures Essence of Great 1970s Cop Shows, Premieres Tomorrow (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
Schoolyard justice has a hip, new defender in Safety Patrol Officer Cornelius Fillmore, the title character of "Disney's Fillmore!" a new animated series from Walt Disney Television Animation premiering September 14 at 9 a.m. ET/8 a.m. PT on ABC Kids, the new Saturday morning programming block on the ABC Television Network.
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ABC Primetime Premiere Schedule - September 2002 (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
LaughingPlace.com offers a list of the ABC shows set to premiere later this month with links to their official websites.
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LPWire: Sep 19 Rebroadcast Of "Push, Nevada" Offers Examples Of How To Look For Hints To Play (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
Viewers can find out how to spot hints and figure out clues for the "Push, Nevada� game when the premiere episode of ABC's new mystery series is rebroadcast Thursday, September 19 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET).
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LPWire: ABC Goes Over the Top With Innovative "Alias Underground Game" (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
The "Alias Underground Game� launched with two missions, "Agent Training Mission� and "Turkish Embassy Mission.� A third mission, "Raid on SD-6,� will launch following the "Alias� season premiere on Sunday, September 29 (9:00-10:00 p.m., ET/PT), with a new mission available approximately every five weeks throughout the 2002-03 season. A total of ten missions will be offered. While watching original episodes of "Alias,� players will gather codes and information that can be placed into the game during the week.
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WSJ: Desperate For A Hit, ABC Focuses On Middle America (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
The Wall Street Journal on Yahoo! in a September 13th item talks about ABC's executives involvement with this year's lineup as they struggle to recapture the tv audience. ABC lost nearly one-fifth of its viewers last season.
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LPWire: CPHS Hosting World Premiere Book Signing "The Disney Poster Book" Sep 15 (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/13/02
The Carolwood Pacific Historical Society announces Tony Anselmo, Disney Animator and voice of Donald Duck will be at Walt's Barn in Griffith Park between 11a - 1p to sign The Disney Poster Book, a full-color oversized book featuring his collection of Disney movie posters. Also attending this event will be Robert Olszewski, who is currently creating a Micro Miniature Model of Disneyland ® Park and authorized Marklin dealer specializing in Z-scale railroading, Richard Cronin. Admission to this event is free, the book will be available for purchase and is $35.
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LPWire: Artist Jane Wooster Scott's Interpretation of Main Street USA Lithograph Signing Sept 21 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/13/02
World-renowned artist Jane Wooster Scott has created a memorable painting for Disney, depicting her interpretation of Main Street U.S.A. at DISNEYLAND(R) in Southern California. She will be on hand for a special appearance and signing of the limited edition lithograph of her piece "Summertime, Main Street, U.S.A.� on Saturday, September 21, 2002 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Disneyana Shop.
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McDonalds: Disney's Beauty and the Beast Toys (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/13/02
McDonald's offers pictures of the 6 Beauty and the Beast Happy Meal toys which are available September 13 - October 3, 2002.
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HollywdRprtr: Vidal to replace Osbourne in Dis' 'Friday' remake (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
According to the September 12th Hollywood Reporter, Ozzy Osbourne daughter Kelly will not appear in the Disney remake of Freaky Friday.
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AP: Broadway musicals attract large audiences in South America's largest city (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th Associated Press reports Broadway musicals including Disney's Beauty and the Beast are popular in South America.
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YahooMovies: Lilo & Stitch Clips (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
Yahoo! Movies offers various clips from Lilo & Stitch as well as a featurette about the filmmakers desire to accurately present Hawaiian culture.
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Toonfinder: Kingdom Hearts (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 9/13/02
Toonfinder offers an in-depth look at Sony Playstation 2's Kingdom Hearts, which will be released September 17. They offer pictures.
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LPWire: Disneymania Hits Shelves Sep 17 (Movies) posted: 9/13/02
Disneymania boasts fifteen brand-new recordings from a number of today's hottest artists, including *NSYNC, Jessica Simpson, Anastacia, Ashanti, Usher, S Club, Smash Mouth, A*Teens, Aaron Carter and more. The cd will be released September 17th.
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LATimes: Channel 7 Made Right Choice (General) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th Los Angeles Times examines Disney owned ABC affiliate Channel 7's handling of the police investigation into allegations of sexual assault against Jarrod Washburn, ace pitcher of Disney owned Anaheim Angels. No charges were filed due to lack of evidence.
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OrSen: Universal may not be for sale (WDW) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th Orlando Sentinel reports Vivendi may not sell the Universal properties.
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OCReg: Allen Parkinson began wax museum, deer park (DL) posted: 9/13/02
The September 13th Orange County Register reports Buena Park entrepreneur Allen Parkinson has died. Parkinson created the Movieland Wax Museum as well as the first non-prescription sleep medication Sleep-Eze. Friends with actress Sophia Loren it is reported that the Disneyland submarines were once closed to allow them a private journey.
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DisneyUK: Back To School Downloads (Movies,General) posted: 9/13/02
Disney.co.uk offers various downloads featuring Mickey and the gang heading "Back to School"
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AMC Pleasure Island 24 September 13th Weekend Movies (WDW,Movies) posted: 9/13/02
Movies currently showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include one evening showing of Ferris Bueller's Day Off (PG), plus regular scheduled screenings of Austin Powers in Goldmember (PG-13), Barbershop (PG-13), Blood Work (R), Blue Crush (PG-13), The Bourne Identity (PG-13), City by the Sea (R), Feardotcom (R), The Good Girl (R), Lilo & Stitch (PG), Minority Report (PG-13), My Big Fat Greek Wedding (PG), One Hour Photo (R), Pretty in Pink (PG-13), Road to Perdition (R), Serving Sara (PG-13), Signs (PG-13), Simone (PG-13), Spider- Man / Men in Black II (PG-13), Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (PG), Stuart Little 2 (PG), swimfan (PG-13), Undisputed (R) and XXX (PG-13). Call theater for showtimes (407) 298-4488.
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AMC Downtown Disney Anaheim September 13th Weekend Movies (DL,Movies) posted: 9/13/02
Movies currently showing at the AMC 12 Theaters Downtown Disney include Austin Powers in Goldmember (PG-13), Barbershop (PG-13), Blue Crush (PG-13), City by the Sea (R), Feardotcom (R), Lilo & Stitch (PG), My Big Fat Greek Wedding (PG), Signs (PG-13), Spider-Man / Men in Black II (PG-13), Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (PG), Stealing Harvard (PG-13), Swimfan (PG-13) and XXX (PG-13) Call theater for showtimes (714) 769-4262.
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LP Poll: How many times have you visited a Disney theme park? (General) posted: 9/13/02
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "How many times have you visited a Disney theme park?" Three answers tied for the top spot: 11 - 20 times (19%), 31 - 100 times (19%), and Over 100 times but probably under a 1,000 (19%). This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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OrSen: Investment banker calls for meeting on Disney (General) posted: 9/12/02
The September 12th Orlando Sentinel reports Providence Capital is calling a meeting of institutional shareholders next week. The group of financial institutions will meet to discuss corporate governance issues, including the remaking of Disney's board and a succession plan for Michael Eisner. Input derived from the meeting will be given to The Walt Disney Company in hopes that it will improve fiscal performance.
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LPWire: "a bug's land" Premium Annual Passholder Event (DL) posted: 9/12/02
Premium Annual Passholder's first opportunity to get a bug's eye view of "a bug's land,� the newest addition to Disney's California AdventureTM park. Three levels of packages are offered and offer a variety of experiences: Package A is $10, Package B is $395 per Guest, and Package C is $125. Specially priced child's ticket (package C) is available but doesn't include opportunity to enter random selection for merchandise.
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LPWire: "a bug's landâ€? Premiere Week - Monday, October 7, through Saturday, October 12, 2002 (DL) posted: 9/12/02
Premium annual passholders have the opportunity for a sneak peek at "a bug's land" from October 7 through Saturday, October 12, 2002. Special commemorative items will also be given out to Premium Annual Passholders who attend during this week.
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HollywdRprtr: Fire inflicts $350K damage at Disney 'Pirates' film set (Movies) posted: 9/12/02
According to the September 11th Hollywood Reporter, fire caused an estimated $300,000 in damages to an under construction Pirates of the Caribbean set and $50,000 in damage to the soundstage at the Disney Studios, Burbank. Cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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LATimes: McDonald's will promote ABC shows (Movies) posted: 9/12/02
According to the September 10th Los Angeles Times, McDonald's and Disney's ABC Happy Hour will cross promote through television ads, food packaging and a sweepstakes.
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WhartonSchool: Has the Kingdom of Disney Lost its Magic? (General) posted: 9/12/02
Wharton faculty and other experts discuss issues facing Disney, including a weak economy, some unhappy board members and the fickle, high-stakes entertainment business.
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LPWire: Equity Marketing to Create Toys Inspired by Disney's "Kim Possible'' (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/12/02
Working with Disney Consumer Products, Equity Marketing will produce and market Kim Possible toys, including fashion dolls, mini-dolls, novelties and plush items for the mass and specialty markets. The first products will be available to consumers in Spring 2003.
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Animagic: Monsters, Inc DVD Review (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/12/02
Animagic offers a brief review of the Monsters, Inc dvd which hits US shelves September 17th.
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CalgarySun: Ritter Talks About 8 Simple Rules (Movies) posted: 9/12/02
The September 12th Calgary Sun offers comments from John Ritter about the success of Three's Company and his upcoming sitcom 8 Simple Rules To Dating My Daughter.
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AP: New Host Outlines Millionaire Changes (Movies) posted: 9/12/02
The September 12th Associated Press announces the changes for the daytime version of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? which starts Monday, September 16th.
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AniWorldMag: How To Draw Animation: Acting and Dialogue (Movies,General) posted: 9/12/02
In the September 12th Animation World Magazine, Christopher Hart continues his series of six tips on how to bring animated characters to life. This month Chris discusses the impact of acting on dialogue.
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AICN: Handful Of Reactions To Last Night's SPIRITED AWAY Screening At The El Capitan In Hollywood (Movies) posted: 9/12/02
Ain't It Cool News offers a transcript of the question and answer session that followed the Hollywood premiere of Miyasaki's Spirited Away.
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LPWire: Photos from Spirited Away Screening (Movies) posted: 9/12/02
Walt Disney Studios hosts American Cinematheque's Tribute Screening of "Spirited Away" at the El Capitan Theatre.
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KFWB: Fire On Set of Disney Pirates Film (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
KFWB reports a two alarm fire has broken out at the Disney Studios in Burbank. It appears to be under control. This link will offer frequent updates and is connected to LA radio station KFWB News 980 AM.
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Disney Special Events: Information About "a bug's land" ANTual Passholder Event (DL) posted: 9/10/02
Following a link from the Annual Passholder's section of Disneyland.com unveiled this page which announces more information will be made available about the Annual Passholder's sneak peek at "a bug's land" later this evening.
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LPWire: Preorder Beauty and the Beast SE by 10/7 at the DLR World of Disney For Free Pin and DVD (DL,Movies,Coll) posted: 9/10/02
Pre-order Walt Disney's Beauty and the Beast Special Edition DVD or Video, now through October 7, 2002 at the World of Disney at the Disneyland Resort and receive a free Disneyland(R) Resort Exclusive Special Edition Beauty and the Beast Collectible Pin and 1 free select Disney DVD or Video by mail plus free Shipping and Handling for both DVD's or Video.
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Mediaweek: ABC Wins Monday Thanks to Madden (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
Mediaweek reports ABC topped the ratings as Monday Night Football was up 29 percent over last year's opening. The Drew Carey Show dropped 6 percent from last year.
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Reuters: ABC, McDonald's Team Up for Fall TV Promotion (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
The September 9th Reuters reports McDonalds will promote ABC's new "Happy Hour" programming block with ABC's "Happy Hour"-themed packaging, tray liners featuring the "ABC Happy Hour Quiz" and offering ABC Happy Hour themed prizes. The promotion will run from Sept. 20 to 29, with a sweepstakes from Sept. 23 to Oct. 7.
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Barrons: Pixar's Stock May Be a Bit Too Animated (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
The September 9th Barron's takes a look at the Pixar Animation Studios' continuing successes including Monsters, Inc which is the second highest grossing animated film with $500 million.
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EntertainmentWkly: Fall 2002 TV Preview (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
Entertainment Weekly takes a look at the Fall 2002 television schedule.
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AniMovieNews: Finding Nemo, Mike's New Car Stills (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
Animated Movie News offers links to stills from Pixar's Finding Nemo and Mike's New Car as well as offering Pirates of the Caribbean film news and Spirited Away news.
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JHMedia: When Good Attractions Happen to Bad Movies (DL,WDW,Movies) posted: 9/10/02
Dinosaurs stomping down Main Street U.S.A.?! Giant mechanical sea monsters menacing guests in Tomorrowland's submarine lagoon?! Jim Hill reveals some of the great Disney theme park shows that we could have gotten ... If only the films that they were based on had made a few more bucks.
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Reuters: Disney World Raises Ticket Prices for Adults 4 Pct (WDW) posted: 9/10/02
The September 10th Reuters reports Walt Disney World raised ticket prices.
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LPWire: Walt Disney World Guests Save When They Buy Tickets Before Leaving Home (WDW) posted: 9/10/02
With the Advance Purchase Savings program, beginning Sunday, Sept. 8, guests who buy select multi-day Park Hopper tickets before they leave home can save up to $12, versus the price for the same tickets at the theme park gate.
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Disney Warehouse sale at Southbay Pavilion in Carson until 9/29/02 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/10/02
Visit the Disney Character Warehouse Clearance Event at the Southbay Pavilion; 20700 Avalon Blvd. #735 in Carson for items that are discounted up to 80% off the original retail. This location will be open until Sunday, September 29th. Items often include merchandise formerly sold at the Disneyland Resort. CORRECTION: It had been incorrectly reported that this location offered items from the Disney Store as well.
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LPWire: Giant Gingerbread Mansion A Monstrous Work of Art in Haunted Mansion Holiday (DL) posted: 9/10/02
Because of its size, the gingerbread mansion, which bore a wacky, stylized resemblance to the real "Haunted Mansion," was brought into the ballroom mostly whole...Down the real Mansion's narrow halls and stairways, four of the Disneyland Hotel's pantry kitchen staff carried the huge confection to its place in the famous scene.The huge vanilla-scented creation, at eight feet wide, sat atop the banquet table in the haunted ballroom where a transparent "ghost of honor" blows out her birthday candles.
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DLP-IG: Big Stitch at Disney Village (OD,Movies) posted: 9/10/02
Disneyland Paris Internet Guidebook has posted a picture of the big, big Stitch at the Disney Village announcing the upcoming arrival of Lilo & Stitch in theatres.
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Variety: "Signs" on dotted line for TNT, TBS (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
The September 10th Variety announces Touchstone Pictures' Signs will air on cable channels TNT and TBS beginning June 2006 while the film is expected to air on ABC around May 2005.
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AP: Affleck TV show has perk for watching (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
The September 10th Associated Press offers brief comments from Ben Affleck about his show Push, Nevada which premieres Tuesday, Sept. 17.
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CBSMW: Disney casts eye over UK broadcasters (General) posted: 9/10/02
The September 10th Reuters reports Disney continues to look at British broadcasting as upcoming deregulation could open the door to foreign media groups interested in British broadcasting assets.
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OCReg: Ducks swimming in the deep end (General) posted: 9/10/02
The September 10th Orange County Register talks about the Mighty Ducks wealth of rookie hockey players.
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Buena Vista Box Office Totals Aug 6 - Sept 8, 2002 (Movies) posted: 9/10/02
LaughingPlace.com offers the box office totals for Buena Vista films this past weekend. Top performer for Buena Vista was Signs at number 4.
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LATimes: Disney Raises Admission Prices for Its Florida Parks (WDW) posted: 9/9/02
The September 9th Los Angeles Times reports Walt Disney World has raised its daily admission $2, increased multi-day prices and has announced some advance tickets options that help guests save on admission.
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OrBusJrn: Disney raises prices effective Sept. 8 (WDW) posted: 9/9/02
The September 9th Orlando Business Journal reports Walt Disney World has raised its ticket price $2 and has announced some advance tickets options that help guests save on admission.
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LPcom: ABCTV Season Premieres of Monday Night Football, Drew Carey and Whose Line (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
Tonight, Monday, September 9 ABC will premiere its new dream team of Al Michaels and John Madden as Monday Night Football broadcasts its first regular season game of the 2002 NFL season. Tonight also welcomes back The Drew Carey Show for its eighth season and will introduce new character, Kellie. The Drew Carey show is moving to a new night and moving back to its roots away from the silly antics of the past few years. Also premiering tonight is the improvisation show Whose Line Is It Anyway?.
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LATimes: More Bang! for ABC's Bucks (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
The September 9th Los Angeles Times takes a look at John Madden who along with Al Michaels are the "dream team" for Monday Night Football and hopefully will boost ABC's ratings.
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Animagic: Character Images from Home on the Range (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
Animagic offers images of the main characters in Disney's upcoming animated feature Home on the Range.
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AniMovieNews: Stitch DVD art, Country Bears DVD News (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/9/02
Animated Movie News offers pictures of the Lilo & Stitch dvd art and announces the Country Bears dvd will be released December 17th.
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NYTimes: Taking 'Treasure Island' Into Space and Animation Onto the Imax Screen (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
Animation historian John Canemaker talks briefly about Disney upcoming feature Treasure Planet in the September 8th New York Times.
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HeraldTrib: Disney wants fast train to bypass competition (WDW) posted: 9/9/02
The September 7th Herald Tribune discusses Florida's ongoing talks to develop a high speed rail system for its state and Disney presses for it to include a direct route from Orlando International Airport to the Disney properties bypassing the competition along International Drive.
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TowerofTerror: Tower Tales Pt 2 - So what are we going to build on Sunset? (WDW) posted: 9/9/02
Tower-of-Terror.com offers part two in a series by Jim Hill discussing Disney's Tower of Terror attraction.
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DailyPress: Man Says Farewell To Disney Collection (Coll) posted: 9/9/02
The August 30th Daily Press talks with Adam Gilbert as he prepared to sell his collection of vintage Disney toys in a live auction held September 2nd.
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Phoebus Auctions Offered Vintage Disney Pieces (Coll) posted: 9/9/02
Visit Phoebus Auctions to view the items offered in the September 2nd auction. Picture links no longer work.
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AniMag: Chiodo Bros. Animate Clay For Playhouse Disney (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
The September 6th Animation Magazine reports on September 16th an animated lump of clay named "Clay" will begin hosting the Disney Channel's Playhouse Disney.
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LATimes: Letters in Response to Vault Disney Closure Article (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
The September 8th Letters to the Editor - LA Times offers readers responses to the Disney Channel's decision to end its Vault Disney programming.
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LATimes: On the Lot, Security Remains Tight (General) posted: 9/9/02
The September 9th Los Angeles Times explores whether Hollywood's motion picture lots are as likely a target as was thought in the immediate days following 9/11.
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LATimes: Going Where Mosquitoes Are? Get the Buzz on West Nile Virus (WDW) posted: 9/9/02
The September 8th Los Angeles Times reports guests receive information about protecting themselves from the West Nile virus as they check into the Walt Disney World hotels.
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OrSen: Swan & Dolphin Head Named Hotelier of the Year (WDW) posted: 9/9/02
The September 9th Orlando Sentinel reports Bill McCreary, general manager of the Swan and Dolphin hotels at Disney World, was named Hotelier of the Year by the Florida Hotel & Motel Association.
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MarcelinePress: Disney's Dreaming Tree scheduled for special recognition at Toonfest (General) posted: 9/9/02
Marceline Press reports the large cottonwood tree still stands on the "Disney Farm" where Walt and Ruth played and waded in the spring that runs at its base. The American Forests Historic Tree Nursery has recently registered the Dreaming Tree as a national tree which will be celebrated with a special ceremony during Toonfest held Sep 21st in Marceline, Missouri.
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DailyNews: Disney buys WEVD for 78M (General) posted: 9/9/02
The September 7th New York Daily News reports Disney has purchased radio station WEVD for $78 million dollars. Over the past year WEVD has carried ESPN radio programming.
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LPWire: Photos of Premiere of Walt Disney Pictures' 'Tuck Everlasting' (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
Photos from the premiere of Walt Disney Pictures' Tuck Everlasting.
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LPWire: Photos of World Premiere of Walt Disney Studios' 'Miyazaki's Spirited Away'       (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
Photo shoot during the world premiere of the Walt Disney Studios release of Miyazaki's Spirited Away.
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EONline: Swimfan Wins Weekend, Signs at #4 (Movies) posted: 9/9/02
According to E! Online, Touchstone Pictures' Signs dropped to #4 with $8 million during the September 6th weekend.
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LPWire: Walt Disney Tribute Lithograph Signing w/ Eric Robison Sep 7 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/6/02
Eric Robison will be onhand for a special appearance & signing of his portrait of "Walt Disney Tribute." The full color lithograph is limited to an edition size of 100 and will be offered at $100 plus tax. It features a head and shoulders image of Walt Disney interpreted by Eric Robison in vibrant colors and broad brush strokes.
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FrankanOllie: Disney Legends Launch Internet Site (Movies,General) posted: 9/6/02
Explore Disney Legends and remaining Nine Old Men Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston's latest venture, their website FrankanOllie.com which features a developing cartoon, NILKNARF & REVILO and the opportunity to purchase signed images.
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AniBlast: Review of Frank & Ollie's Online Cartoon (Movies,General) posted: 9/6/02
Animation Blast offers a brief description of Disney Legends and remaining Nine Old Men Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston's latest venture, an online presence FrankanOllie.com which features their online cartoon, NILKNARF & REVILO.
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LPWire: 100 Mickeys Exhibit Closes Sep 8, Gallery (DL,Coll) posted: 9/6/02
On September 8, 2002 the Disney Gallery doors will be closed until October 4, 2002 when a new Haunted Mansion Holiday exhibit featuring Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas concept art, Haunted Mansion Conceptual Art as well as Models and artifacts will open.
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LPWire: "Where's Mickey?" Pin Event Sep 8 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/6/02
The Disneyland Resort announces the Where's Mickey pin event on September 8, 2002. A "Where's Mickey?" Clue Trivia Challenge Sheet will be distributed at the Main Street Fire Station at Park opening on the day of the event. With Trivia Challenge Sheet in hand, you'll be guided to locations throughout the Park where clues will be posted to help you find your final redemption location.
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LPWire: Carolwood Society "Happiest Train on Earthâ€? Event Registration Deadline Draws Near (Coll,General) posted: 9/6/02
Attention Carolwood Pacific Historical Society members registration closes soon for this exciting event to be held October 3 - 5 to kickoff the six month exhibit "The Happiest Train on Earth: Walt Disney's Backyard Railroad." celebrating Walt's centennial and his Carolwood Pacific Railroad.
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LATimes: Disney Gives $500,000 to Local Organizations (DL,General) posted: 9/6/02
According to the September 6th Los Angeles Times, Canning Hunger of Brea received the Disneyland Resort's top community service award of $50,000.
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FinancialTimes: Disney deal animates Ealing revival (Movies,General) posted: 9/6/02
The September 6th Financial Times reports Disney's deal with John Williams, producer of the Oscar-winning feature, Shrek has lead to Europe's first full-scale computer animated film studio which is set to open in west London.
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DisneyStore.com Offers WDCC Items (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 9/6/02
Purchase Walt Disney Classics Collection pieces online at DisneyStore.com.
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JimHillMedia: Vhat Vood Vault Do? (Movies) posted: 9/6/02
"Vault Disney� closes its doors on September 9th! Disneyana TV fans moan and gnash their teeth! Jim Hill finds the whole thing kind of bizarre.
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DVDFile: House of Villains DVD Review (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/6/02
DVDFile takes a look at the recently released Disney dvd Mickey's House of Villains.
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LPWire: CPHS Hosting World Premiere Book Signing "The Disney Poster Book" Sep 15 (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/6/02
The Carolwood Pacific Historical Society announces Tony Anselmo, Disney Animator and voice of Donald Duck will be at Walt's Barn in Griffith Park between 11a - 1p to sign The Disney Poster Book, a full-color oversized book featuring his collection of Disney movie posters. Also attending this event will be Robert Olszewski, who is currently creating a Micro Miniature Model of Disneyland ® Park and authorized Marklin dealer specializing in Z-scale railroading, Richard Cronin. Admission to this event is free, the book will be available for purchase and is $35.
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LP: DL Annual Passholder Offer Free Mickey as Anaheim Angel Pin with Game Tickets Purchase (Coll,General) posted: 9/6/02
Disneyland annual passholders can receive a free limited edition pin featuring Mickey as an Anaheim Angels baseball player if they pre-purchase 2 tickets for the Angels vs. Seattle Mariners on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2002 at 1:05 pm using the special order form.
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Lilo & Stitch Desktop Fun from Disney.co.uk (Movies) posted: 9/6/02
Visit Disney.co.uk for Lilo & Stitch screensavers, 4 wallpapers and several coloring pages.
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Visit Disney.co.uk To Win Free Preview Tickets to Lilo & Stitch At England Cinemas (Movies) posted: 9/6/02
Disney.co.uk offers its readers the chance to win preview tickets to Lilo & Stitch at any one of 10 exclusive previews taking place around the country on the morning of Sunday 22nd September. Lilo & Stitch opens in England on October 4, 2002.
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AMC Pleasure Island 24 September 6th Weekend Movies (WDW,Movies) posted: 9/6/02
Movies currently showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include one evening showing of Alien (R), and Aliens (R), Austin Powers in Goldmember (PG-13), Bad Company (PG-13), Blood Work (R), Blue Crush (PG-13), The Bourne Identity (PG-13), City by the Sea (R), Feardotcom (R), The Good Girl (R), Lilo & Stitch (PG), The Master of Disguise (PG), Minority Report (PG-13), My Big Fat Greek Wedding (PG), Road to Perdition (R), Serving Sara (PG-13), Signs (PG-13), Simone (PG-13), Spider- Man / Men in Black II (PG-13), Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (PG), Stuart Little 2 (PG), swimfan (PG-13), Undisputed (R) and XXX (PG-13). Call theater for showtimes (407) 298-4488.
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AMC Downtown Disney Anaheim September 6th Weekend Movies (DL,Movies) posted: 9/6/02
Movies currently showing at the AMC 12 Theaters Downtown Disney include Austin Powers in Goldmember (PG-13), Blue Crush (PG-13), City by the Sea (R), Feardotcom (R), Lilo & Stitch (PG), The Master of Disguise (PG), My Big Fat Greek Wedding (PG), Serving Sara (PG-13), Signs (PG-13), Spider-Man / Men in Black II (PG-13), Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (PG), Swimfan (PG-13) and XXX (PG-13) Call theater for showtimes (714) 769-4262.
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LP Poll: How many times have you visited a Disney theme park? (General) posted: 9/6/02
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "How many times have you visited a Disney theme park?" Top three answers are 11 - 20 times (26%), 31 - 100 times (25%), and Over 100 times but probably under a 1,000 (19%). This poll will remain open during the upcoming week due to a technical problem earlier this week.
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AP: Disney Chief Looks to Boost ABC (Movies) posted: 9/5/02
The September 4th Associated Press offers comments from Disney's president of The Walt Disney Co Bob Iger and ABC Television programming chief Susan Lyne about ABC's upcoming fall season about their efforts to produce a strong lineup.
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LATimes: Group says Disney link may help ONT soar (DL) posted: 9/5/02
The September 4th Los Angeles Times reports a group has proposed changing the name of the Ontario International Airport to the Walter E. Disney International Airport at Ontario in an effort to bolster tourism to the location which is only 34 miles from Disneyland.
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BuenaVistaIntl: Stitch Creators' Chat Transcript (Movies) posted: 9/5/02
Buena Vista International has made the online chat with Lilo & Stitch's Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois available. Click the chat button on the front page and a list of transcripts will appear on the page. The chat was held September 4, 2002.
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WDWMagic: Mission Space News, Philarmagic Info and more (WDW) posted: 9/5/02
WDWMagic offers information about Mission: Space, Mickey's Philarmagic, and more rumors about Lilo & Stitch's addition to Alien Encounter.
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AP Photo of DisneySea 1st Year Celebration (OD) posted: 9/5/02
The Associated Press offers another photo from the first anniversary celebration of Tokyo DisneySea.
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OrSen: Recipe for Honey Sesame Chicken from Epcot's Nine Dragon's Restaurant (WDW) posted: 9/5/02
The September 5th Orlando Sentinel offers the recipe for Honey Sesame Chicken from Epcot's Nine Dragon's Restaurant. The website also features a video lesson for creating this recipe.
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LPWire: DIS Studios and 'Shrek' Producer John Williams Partner For New CG Animated Film Output (Movies) posted: 9/5/02
The first film to go into production will be "Valiant," followed by an anticipated slate of three more CG-animated films. Additionally, "Valiant" will mark the launch of a new venture, Vanguard Animation, which will expand Vanguard from an independent production company into a fully financed digital animation studio with the capability to internally develop and finance its own projects.
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JimHillMedia: Boags, Bears and Mooses (Meeses?) (Movies) posted: 9/5/02
Jim Hill fills you in on what's NOT going to happen on JimHillMedia.com as well as what Disney Feature Animation is NOT calling its "Bears� project .
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Buena Vista Box Office Totals Aug 30 - Sept 2, 2002 (Movies) posted: 9/5/02
LaughingPlace.com offers the box office totals for Buena Vista films this past weekend. Top performer for Buena Vista was Signs. Lilo and Stitch jumped up five spots during the final weekend before school restarts throughout most of the country.
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OCReg: Disney Meets Needs of Community (DL,General) posted: 9/4/02
The September 4th Orange County Register reports the Disneyland Resort presented 100 awards and $500,000 to service organizations in Orange County.
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LPWire: Disneyland Resort Celebrates 45th Anniversary of Community Service Awards (DL,General) posted: 9/4/02
"Walt Disney was a man with a dream," opened Harriss. "But his dream went far beyond creating world-class entertainment, for he was devoted to serving his fellow man and the community at large. That's why he started the Community Service Awards program 45 years ago...a venerable tradition that allows us to pay tribute to you who enrich the lives of those in need." Since the program was established in 1957 by Walt Disney, more than 1,900 awards have been presented to worthy local organizations with grants totaling more than $7.5 million.
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NYPost: Disney Makes Big Kids Cry (Movies) posted: 9/4/02
The September 4th New York Post talks about fans response to the Disney Channel's complete removal of classic Disney programming leaving the Disney Channel without Walt.
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AsiaPulse: Tokyo Disneysea Tops Visitor Goals in 1ST Year (OD) posted: 9/4/02
The September 4th Asia Pulse reports the Tokyo Disneyland Resort attendance exceeded expectations over the past year and toy sales in Japan has also been impacted with Tomy reporting its Disney-licensed goods increasing 88%.
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Reuters: Tokyo DisneySea Celebrates Fairy Tale First Year (OD) posted: 9/4/02
The September 3rd Reuters talks about Tokyo DisneySea's success.
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HollywdRprtr: Bloom Boards Dis 'Pirates' ship opposite Depp (Movies) posted: 9/4/02
According to the September 4th Hollywood Reporter, Orlando Bloom who played Legolas Greenleaf in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring has signed on to portray a young English man who teams with Johnny Depp who plays an honorable pirate trying to save his love from a band of villainous pirates.
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LPWire: Disney Xtreme! Coolers(TM) 'Gear Up' With Disney Wild Racers(TM) (Coll) posted: 9/4/02
Each of three million 10-packs of Disney Xtreme! Coolers pouches will contain one of five collectible custom Disney Wild Racers featuring Mickey Mouse, or one of five Disney Xtreme! Coolers Limited Edition License Plates. Kids also will have a chance to win a complete set of Disney Wild Racers, including the five custom Disney Xtreme! Coolers collectibles -- a total of 25 cars -- with an instant win game piece printed on the back of the label on every specially-marked 64-ounce plastic bottles of Disney Xtreme! Coolers
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ActionFigure: Nightmare Before Christmas Figures Coming Mid-September (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/4/02
ActionFigure.com reports NECA brings back the original Nightmare Before Christmas Action Figure assortment from 1993. The figures should hit Suncoast and other comic book / specialty shops beginning September 15th.
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Disney Warehouse sale at Southbay Pavilion in Carson until 9/29/02 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/4/02
Visit the Disney Character Warehouse Clearance Event at the Southbay Pavilion; 20700 Avalon Blvd. #735 in Carson for items that are discounted up to 80% off the original retail. This location will be open until Sunday, September 29th. Items often include merchandise formerly sold at the Disneyland Resort.
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LPWire: AIDA Makes Its Detroit Premiere At the Fisher Theatre Beginning September 12, 2002 (Movies) posted: 9/4/02
The newest blockbuster musical from Disney Theatrical Productions, AIDA will premiere in Detroit at the Fisher Theatre beginning September 12 (with a special performance on September 11) for 4 weeks only!
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StartedByAMouse: Disneyland Resort Pressed Pennies (DL,Coll) posted: 9/4/02
StartedByAMouse.com offers a complete list of pressed coin machines throughout the Disneyland Resort.
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LPWire: WDIG and Far EasTone Telecommunications Enter Into Content Distribution Agreement (General) posted: 9/4/02
Available now, the Disney Mobile service is offered on Far EasTone and can be previewed at http://www.fetnet.net. The content is based on Disney's lineup of classic characters, which include Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Donald Duck, as well as on modern classics, such as Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, and The Lion King.
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BusinessWk: Vegas Tourism Figures Compared to Disney (General) posted: 9/4/02
The September 3rd Business Week talks about Vegas' tourism figures highlighted Mandalay Bay's intake is down around 4% compared to the Disney theme parks which reported a 17% percent decrease in profit.
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OCReg: Disney Sued Over California Adventure Name (DL) posted: 9/3/02
The September 3rd Orange County Register reports World Impressions has sued the Disney Company for its use of the name California Adventure.
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LATimes: Disney Channel Putting Classics Back in the Vault (Movies) posted: 9/3/02
The September 3rd Los Angeles Times reports the Disney Channel's announcement of Vault Disney's closure has stirred up the emotions of baby boomers attached to Zorro, Spin and Marty and other classic Disney fare.
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LATimes: New Disney Channel Overnight Lineup (Movies) posted: 9/3/02
The September 3rd Los Angeles Times announces the new Disney Channel lineup that replaces Vault Disney.
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LATimes: 'Terrorist' Tape Termed Hoax; Tipster in Jail (DL) posted: 9/3/02
The August 31st Los Angeles Times reports a tape featuring an apparent terrorist discussing a planned attack against Disneyland was a hoax.
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AICN: Interview with Tron creator Steven Lisberger (Movies) posted: 9/3/02
Ain't It Cool News offers an interview with Tron creator Steven Lisberger.
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Reuters: Disney director Estrin bought shares when Eisner did (General) posted: 9/3/02
The September 3rd Reuters reports Disney Company director Judith Estrin purchased more than $168,000 of Disney's stock around the same time as Eisner's recent purchase of about 725,700 shares.
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AP: Tokyo DisneySea First Anniversary Photo (OD) posted: 9/3/02
The Associated Press offers photos from Tokyo DisneySea's first anniversary.
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KCBusJournal: Dumbos Dial Up Distraction (WDW) posted: 9/3/02
The Kansas City Journal highlights a guest's frustration at cellphone use within Disney theme parks and in general.
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SanAntonioBusJrn: Disney advises Texans to forget 'The Alamo' (Movies) posted: 9/3/02
The August 30th San Antonio Business Journal offers a Texan's take on Disney's upcoming remake of The Alamo.
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EOnline: "Signs," "Wedding" Labor Best (Movies) posted: 9/3/02
E! Online reports Touchstone's Signs pulled in an estimated $16.5 million between Friday and Monday holding onto the number one spot.
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AniMag: Manga Graphic Novel Monster Inc Released (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/3/02
Animation Magazine announces a Monsters, Inc manga graphic novel has been released in conjunction with the film's dvd release.
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TokyoPop: Sample of Monster Inc manga graphic novel (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/3/02
Visit Tokyopop to view samples of the Monsters, Inc manga graphic novel has been released in conjunction with the film's dvd release.
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IOACentral: Pictorial Update from around Universal's Islands of Adventure (WDW) posted: 9/3/02
IOACentral offers 31 photos of Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida and takes a look at several of the haunted houses that are currently being constructed for Halloween Horror Nights - Islands of Fear, Kongfrontation news, and more.
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Angels Update - Second in AL West (General) posted: 9/3/02
The American League West remains the major league baseball's race to watch. Since the last Angels update the team record is 7-3. The Angels are on the road visiting Tampa Bay and Baltimore. The return to Edison Field September 9th to play the first place A's for four games followed by the last place Texas Rangers. Currently the Angels are four games behind the A's and lead Seattle by two games in the wild card chase.
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