Disney News Headlines
January 2003 / All Parks
OrSen: Disney acts to lure more visitors (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 1/31/03
In the January 31st Orlando Sentinel writer Richard Verrier offers an interview with new Disney Parks and Resorts chief, Jay Rasulo.
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LATimes: Disney Theme Parks Chief Trying to Put a Little Magic in Marketing (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 1/31/03
In the January 31st Los Angeles Times writer Richard Verrier offers an interview with new Disney Parks and Resorts chief, Jay Rasulo.
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OrSen: Theme parks give Disney earnings lift (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,General) posted: 1/31/03
The January 31st Orlando Sentinel examines Disney's first quarter fiscal report released yesterday.
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OrSen: Graphic Illustrating Disney Worldwide Park Attendance (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 1/31/03
The Orlando Sentinel has created graphs illustrating Disney's worldwide park attendance based on the figures released by Amusement Business.
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OrSen: Florida theme-park worker jailed for child sex (WDW,General) posted: 1/31/03
According to the January 31st Orlando Sentinel, an Islands of Adventure employee was sentenced to 10 years in prison as part of a plea bargain based on allegations he molested a four year old girl in a theme park bathroom.
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CSMonitor: Disney tries out a whole new act (DL) posted: 1/31/03
The December 27th Christian Science Monitor offers a look at Disney's Aladdin - a Musical Spectacular.
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ODPT: Disneyland Pin Trading Nights Announced (DL) posted: 1/31/03
Visit the Disneyland Hotel's Bonita Tower Garden Room on Friday, February 21, 2003 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM for Disneyland Resort pin trading night.
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DLPIG: Lost Rides Discovery Mountain (pt 3) (OD) posted: 1/31/03
Disneyland Paris Internet Guidebook talks about Discovery Mountain.
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AMC Downtown Disney Anaheim January 31st Weekend Movies (DL) posted: 1/31/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC 12 Theaters Downtown Disney include Biker Boyz (PG-13), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Chicago (PG-13), Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (R), Darkness Falls (PG-13), Final Destination 2 (R), Just Married (PG-13), Kangaroo Jack (PG), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (PG-13), National Security (PG-13), The Recruit (PG-13) and Two Weeks Notice. Call theater for showtimes (714) 769-4262.
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AMC Pleasure Island 24 January 31st Weekend Movies (WDW) posted: 1/31/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include 25th Hour (R), About Schmidt (R), Antwone Fisher (PG-13), Biker Boyz (PG-13), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Chicago (PG-13), Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (R), Darkness Falls (PG-13), Far From Heaven (PG-13), Final Destination 2 (R), Gangs of New York (R), A Guy Thing (PG-13), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG), The Hours (PG-13), Just Married (PG-13), Kangaroo Jack (PG), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Tower (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), Narc (R), National Security (PG-13), The Pianist (R), The Recruit (PG-13) and Two Weeks Notice (PG-13). Call theater for showtimes (407) 298-4488.
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CBSMW: Disney beats profit estimates (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General) posted: 1/30/03
The January 30th CBS MarketWatch offers highlights from the Earnings Conference Call with Michael Eisner, Bob Iger and Thomas Staggs held this afternoon.
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Disney: Listen to the Financial Results for Q1 FY03 (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General) posted: 1/30/03
The Disney Company will release their financial results for their First Fiscal Quarter of 2003. Hard copy and webcast replay of conference call with Michael Eisner, Thomas Staggs and Bob Iger are available.
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LPWire: Walt Disney Company Reports Earnings for the Quarter Ended December 31, 2002 (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General) posted: 1/30/03
Walt Disney Company reports earnings for the quarter ended December 31, 2002
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WDWMagic: Rumors Surround Reflections of Earth (WDW) posted: 1/30/03
WDWMagic offers rumors that Reflections of Earth will lose its sponsor.
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OrSen: Official rips into Annie price tag (WDW) posted: 1/30/03
The January 30th Orlando Sentinel reports controvesy has arisen in Celebration, Florida where the school's production of Annie cost $96,527 while ticket sales only pulled in about half that amount.
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Website Dedicated to the Memory of David Mumford Announces Public Memorial Service (DL,WDW,OD,Coll,General) posted: 1/29/03
All are welcom to attend the Memorial Tribute to David Mumford to be held on Friday February 7th, 2003, 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM at the Decanso Gardens' Van De Kamp Hall in La Cañada, CA.
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OrSen: Roundup at Diamond Horseshoe (WDW) posted: 1/29/03
The January 29th Orlando Sentinel reports the Diamond Horseshoe Saloon will close February 1st. A character based show is expected to open there in the late spring or early summer.
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DefenseLink: Shades of Green at Disney World Taking Reservations for December Reopening (WDW) posted: 1/29/03
DefenseLink reports the Walt Disney World's Shades of Green, an Armed Forces Recreation Center is now accepting reservations for December 2003. Shades of Green has been closed for expansion and complete renovation since early 2002.
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NYPost: Guess Who's Not Coming to Disney World (WDW,Movies) posted: 1/29/03
The January 28th New York Post examines Disney's choice of Tampa Bay Quarterback Brad Johnson and coach Jon Gruden over the Super Bowl MVP Dexter Jackson for its "What's Next?" campaign.
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OrSen: Celebration hops on for a high-tech ride (WDW) posted: 1/28/03
The January 28th Orlando Sentinel reports Celebration, Florida will be the nation's first community designated as an official Segway testing site.
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Disneyland Resort Annual Passports Features New Image (DL) posted: 1/27/03
Disneyland Resort Annual Passports now feature an image of Goofy. For the past two years, the Passport has featured an sketch of Sleeping Beauty Castle, Grizzly Peak and the Monorail.
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Disney: Tampa Bay Bucs Won the Super Bowl, What Will They Do Next? (WDW) posted: 1/27/03
Disney.com features the "What Will You Do Next?" advertisement featuring Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Quarterback Brad Johnson and Coach Jon Gruden.
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OrBusJrn: Swellin' melon coaster study steers riders to safety (WDW) posted: 1/27/03
The January 27th Orlando Business Journal talks about the coaster study commissioned and funded by Six Flags and reports Monsanto is leaving EPCOT as part of the Innoventions West area.
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OrSen: The Mouse is on right track about train (WDW) posted: 1/24/03
A January 24th Orlando Sentinel editorial discusses Central Florida's continuing debate on high speed rail to connect the Orlando Airport to Walt Disney World.
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AMC Downtown Disney Anaheim January 23rd Weekend Movies (DL) posted: 1/24/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC 12 Theaters Downtown Disney include Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Chicago (PG-13), Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (R), Darkness Falls (PG-13), Gangs of New York (R), A Guy Thing (PG-13), Just Married (PG-13), Kangaroo Jack (PG), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), National Security (PG-13), and Two Weeks Notice. Call theater for showtimes (714) 769-4262.
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AMC Pleasure Island 24 January 23rd Weekend Movies (WDW) posted: 1/24/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include 25th Hour (R), About Schmidt (R), Antwone Fisher (PG-13), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Chicago (PG-13), Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (R), Darkness Falls (PG-13), Die Another Day (PG-13), Drumline (PG-13), Far From Heaven (PG-13), Gangs of New York (R), A Guy Thing (PG-13), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG), The Hot Chick (PG-13), The Hours (PG-13), Just Married (PG-13), Kangaroo Jack (PG), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Tower (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), Narc (R), National Security (PG-13), The Pianist (R), and Two Weeks Notice (PG-13). Call theater for showtimes (407) 298-4488.
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LP Poll: Who is your favorite character in Treasure Planet? (DL,General) posted: 1/24/03
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "Who is your favorite character in Treasure Planet?" The top responses are: Morph (25%), Other (would include Jim who was not listed individually) (23%), and John Silver (17%). This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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Disney.com: 2002 Walt Disney Company Annual Report- Letter to Shareholders (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll) posted: 1/23/03
Disney.com offers the 2002 Walt Disney Company Annual Report which contains Michael Eisner's Letter to Shareholders where he highlights the Company's recent performance.
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Disneyland: Annual Passholder Offer For Aladdin (DL) posted: 1/23/03
Weekdays only, beginning January 18th through February 28, 2003, Annual Passholders will have a limited amount of reserved seats at each performance of Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular. These seats will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis and a valid Annual Passport is required.
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WDWMagic: Sponsorship changes (WDW) posted: 1/23/03
WDWMagic reports AT&T and Federal Express are no longer sponsors at Walt Disney World.
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OrSen: Athletes fall ill at Disney's sports park (WDW) posted: 1/23/03
The January 23rd Orlando Sentinel reports a number of participants in a volleyball tournament last weekend at Disney's Wide World of Sports have called stating they became ill Monday evening.
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Euro Disney SCA Q1 Results PDF (OD) posted: 1/22/03
Direct link to Euro Disney SCA's first quarter report for fiscal year 2003.
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LP: Longtime Imagineer David Mumford Dies (DL,WDW,OD) posted: 1/22/03
On Tuesday, January 21st Walt Disney Imagineering announced David Mumford, senior principal show set designer and a longtime Imagineer, passed away following a long, courageous struggle with cancer.
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DowJones: Euro Disney's Fiscal 1st-Quarter Revenue Jumped 16% (OD) posted: 1/22/03
The January 22nd Dow Jones reports Euro Disney SCA said Wednesday its fiscal first-quarter revenue rose 16%.
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WDWMagic: Buzz Ride Photo, Diamond Horseshoe Closure and Mission Space Concept Art (WDW) posted: 1/22/03
WDWMagic.com's latest update is full of information announcing the anticipated closure of the Diamond Horseshoe show, news on a Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin and concept art and other news from Mission: Space.
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OrBusJrn: Farm bureau to sponsor Epcot exhibit (WDW) posted: 1/22/03
The January 20th Orlando Business Journal reports the American Farm Bureau Federation will sponsor an EPCOT exhibit on modern day agriculture.
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LATimes: Universal Studios Raises Admission (DL,General) posted: 1/22/03
The January 22nd Los Angeles Times reports Universal Studios Hollywood has raised admission $2 to $47, the same as a one day ticket to Disneyland.
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LATimes: Six Flags Vows to Monitor Its Thrill Rides (DL,General) posted: 1/22/03
The January 22nd Los Angeles Times reports Six Flags it will report all potential roller coaster-related brain injuries for medical research and tracking.
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WDWMagic: Mission Space Post Show Descript (WDW) posted: 1/21/03
WDWMagic offers a description of Mission: Space's post show description.
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LATimes: Theme Parks Reanimate Rivalry (DL,General) posted: 1/21/03
The January 21st Los Angeles Times talks about the continuing between Universal and Disney as Disney prepares to open a Winnie the Pooh attraction and has premiered Disney's Aladdin and Universal's upcoming opening of Shrek 4-D.
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MiceAge: Do a million DLR Annual Passholders Make For More Problems? (DL) posted: 1/21/03
In his January 21st Mice Age editorial Kevin Yee analyzes the possible impact Annual Passholders have had on the Disneyland Resort.
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LATimesLetters: Feeling a Bit Goofy for Paying to Stand in 3-Hour Disneyland Lines (DL) posted: 1/21/03
The January 19th Los Angeles Times; Letters to the Editor offers the thoughts of Linda Peterson, Modjeska Canyon who describes her recent experiences at Disneyland on an extremely crowded day and wonders if she is goofy for planning to return.
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MouseInfo: Aladdin Premiere and Cast Interviews (DL) posted: 1/21/03
Mouseinfo offers interviews with the cast of Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular and pictures from the evening's festivities including the sneak peek posters for the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.
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Reuters: Elaborate Aladdin Uncorked at Disney California (DL) posted: 1/21/03
The January 20th Reuters offers a brief overview of the Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular.
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OCReg: Aladdin offers just a touch of magic (DL) posted: 1/21/03
The January 17th Orange County Register takes a look at Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular.
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LPWire: NFFC Kick-Off 2003 Update (DL,Coll) posted: 1/17/03
The NFFC will host Kick-Off 2003 at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Garden Grove with Disney related seminars throughout the day on Saturday, January 18 including a behind the scenes look at Aladdin - A Musical Spectactular, the upcoming Pirates events at Disneyland and more. On Sunday, January 19th, they will host the Worlds Largest Strictly Disneyana Show and Sale.
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2003 NFFC Show and Sale (DL,Coll) posted: 1/17/03
Held at the Crowne Plaza Resort Hotel, located at 12021 Harbor Blvd in Garden Grove, CA, the NFFC Strictly Disneyana Show & Sale will offer thousands of Disney items new and old. The event is open to the general public from noon to 5p and admission is $6.
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AP: Disney brings whole new world to theme parks with new Aladdin musical (DL) posted: 1/17/03
The January 17th Associated Press offers a brief report on Disney's Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular premiere performance.
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Backstage: Disney Lights Aladdin Lamp (DL) posted: 1/17/03
The January 17th Backstage discusses Disney's Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular with comments by Broadway casting veteran Arnold Mungioli about his participation in the casting for DCA's show.
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DailyTrojan: New Disney park show jumps to a higher level (DL,Movies) posted: 1/16/03
The January 16th Daily Trojan takes a look at Disney's California Adventure's latest addition Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular offering comments from our very own webmaster.
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OCReg: Not the same old song and dance - a look at Aladdin, A Musical Spectacular (DL) posted: 1/16/03
The January 16th OC Register talks about Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular which officially premieres tonight at Disney's California Adventure.
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LPWire: NFFC Kick-Off 2003 Update (DL,Coll) posted: 1/16/03
The NFFC will host Kick-Off 2003 at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Garden Grove with Disney related seminars throughout the day on Saturday, January 18 including a behind the scenes look at Aladdin - A Musical Spectactular, the upcoming Pirates events at Disneyland and more. On Sunday, January 19th, they will host the Worlds Largest Strictly Disneyana Show and Sale.
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OrSen: Universal hints at new ride with filing (WDW) posted: 1/16/03
The January 16th Orlando Sentinel reports Universal Studios Orlando recent filings with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office hint they are planning an attraction based on the hit film The Mummy.
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IOACentral: Universal Orlando Resort Update (WDW) posted: 1/16/03
The January 13th IOA Central offers news and photos from the Universal Orlando Resort.
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DisneyGallery: Haunted Mansion Holiday Events (DL,Movies,Coll) posted: 1/15/03
The Disneyland Resort will host the Haunted Mansion Holiday Exclusive Dinner on Wednesday, October 1, 2003 and the Haunted Mansion Holiday Event on Thursday, October 2, 2003. They have planned a Ghoulish Pin Event and the Nightmare Before Christmas Film Screening for late October. Stay tuned to DisneyGallery.com for more information on the 2003 Haunted Mansion Holiday Events.
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ODPT: Apply now! To become a member of the Disneyland Resort Creative Advisory Council (DL,Coll) posted: 1/15/03
Visit the Official Disney Pin Trading website to learn more about how you can be a part of the Disneyland Resort Creative Advisory Council. The Creative Advisory Council objective is to bring together a cross section of Guests to represent active collectors and those who frequently visit Disneyland to discuss product, special events and Resort initiatives.
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Down and Out in the Magic Kingdom novel Available for download (WDW) posted: 1/15/03
The science fiction novel set in Disney World is available for download from the author's site or for purchase from Amazon.com
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ODPT: Apply now! To become a member of the Disneyland Resort Creative Advisory Council (DL,Coll) posted: 1/14/03
Visit the Official Disney Pin Trading website to learn more about how you can be a part of the Disneyland Resort Creative Advisory Council. The Creative Advisory Council objective is to bring together a cross section of Guests to represent active collectors and those who frequently visit Disneyland to discuss product, special events and Resort initiatives.
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Joe'sTokyoSite: Christmastime at the Tokyo Disneyland Resort (OD) posted: 1/14/03
Joe's Tokyo Site offers pictures of Tokyo DisneySea's Harborside Christmas, Tokyo Disneyland's Christmas Fantasy 2002 and more.
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WDWMagic: Tower of Terror 4 Info (WDW) posted: 1/14/03
According to WDWMagic, Tower of Terror 4 is now Tower of Terr4r and offers video of the commercial which touts the attraction as "never the same fear twice."
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Florida High Speed Rail Authority Website (WDW) posted: 1/14/03
Visit the offiical website of the Florida High Speed Rail Authority for more information about the development of a state system that will begin operation between Orlando, Tampa and St. Petersburg with plans to add service to Miami and other urban centers around the state in the future.
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AP: Disney, Fla. County Clash Over Rail Path (WDW) posted: 1/14/03
The January 14th Associated Press examines the ongoing battle between Disney and Florida government regarding the high speed rail project currently under development.
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OrSen: Thrill seekers would go for quite a ride (WDW,General) posted: 1/14/03
The January 14th Orlando Sentinel reports a Los Angeles based company wants to offer flights aboard a hollowed-out Boeing 727 jet -- to feel what it's like to float weightless in outer space for about 12 minutes. The experience would cost several thousand dollars per person and hopes to open within 6 months.
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Disneyland: The Disney Princess Royal Fanfare Begins January 17th (DL) posted: 1/13/03
Beginning on January 17th, the Disney Princess Royal Fanfare will travel from Main Street USA to the Small World Mall four times daily on weekends and holidays. The processional will feature horse drawn coaches and trumpeters announcing the arrival of the royal princesses. The Princesses will be available for photos and signings at the procession's conclusion in the Small World Mall.
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NYTimes: Disneyland Planning Snow White Show (DL) posted: 1/13/03
On page 2 of the January 6th New York Times item about Anne Hamburger, the story reports she has commissioned a Snow White musical for Disneyland and offers comments from Aladdin director, Francesco Zambello and choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett.
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OrSen: AT&T, SpaceShip Earth will part ways after sponsorship deal expires (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 11th Orlando Sentinel reports SpaceShip Earth, the attraction contained inside Epcot's geodesic icon is no longer sponsored by AT&T. Disney World would not comment on any new sponsor for SpaceShip Earth would be sought.
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LPWire: New Records Set for WDW Marathon (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
Brazilian Adriano Bastos clocked the fastest Disney Marathon time in eight years while two division records fell Sunday during the 10th annual Walt Disney World Marathon and Half Marathon.
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OrSen: Disney Marathon a boon for charities (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 13th Orlando Sentinel discusses groups who use the Disney Marathon to raise money for charity, the story of a native Kenyan's success, the "Perfect 10" club and reports a couple shared their wedding vows during the marathon and completed the race together.
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PalmBeachPost: Brazilian 'character' laughs last in Disney (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 13th Palm Beach Post talks with the Adriano Bastos who sported a unique hairstyle during his marathon run.
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OrSen: Race organizers focus on fun (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 11th Orlando Sentinel takes a look at the annual Walt Disney World Marathon.
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NYTimes: Disney Breaks Ground for Hong Kong Park (OD) posted: 1/13/03
The January 13th New York Times offers comments from the Hong Kong Disneyland groundbreaking ceremony held on Saturday, January 11.
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AP: DIS Officials Express Optimism For HK DL At Groundbreaking (OD) posted: 1/13/03
The January 12th Associated Press reports Disney expects the 301 acre theme park to draw at least 5.6 million visitors annually during its early years.
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LATimes: Disney Stepping Up Efforts to Increase Presence in China (OD) posted: 1/13/03
The January 13th Los Angeles Times talks about Disney's expansion into China.
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OrSen: Parks to open new attractions despite slump (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 13th Orlando Sentinel focuses on the new attractions Walt Disney World and Universal Studios are building and other resorts expansion plans.
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OrSen: Recipe for African House Salad from Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 9th Orlando Sentinel offers the recipe and instructional video so you can create Disney's Animal Kingdom African House Salad at home.
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SunTimes: Photographer turns expert eye to Disney's Animal Kingdom (WDW) posted: 1/13/03
The January 12th Chicago Sun Times offers tips to getting great photos at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
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LPWire: Learn More About Disney at the NFFC Kick-Off 2003, Register Now (DL,Movies) posted: 1/10/03
Join the NFFC for their exciting 2003 Kickoff. On January 18th Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Director for Creative Entertainment, Gregory Gunter offers a special look at Aladdin - a Musical Spectacular. In the afternoon, Disney legends Rolly Crump and Harriet Burns will honor their co-worker, Disney legend Mary Blair. Check the release for a complete schedule.
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AFP: Shanghai casts shadow as Disney starts building park in Hong Kong (OD) posted: 1/10/03
The January 10th Agence France Presse reports Hong Kong Disneyland's groundbreaking ceremonies tomorrow are overshadowed by concerns that Disney will move ahead with a Shanghai theme park which Hong Kong officials feel would reduce the profitability of their park.
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LakelandLedger: Train Survey: 98% Differ With Disney (WDW) posted: 1/10/03
The January 10th Ledger reports a recently released survey shows nearly 91% of Central Floridians feel the bullet train should include a stop for the Orange County Convention Center.
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WKMG: Voters Oppose Disney Plans For Bullet Train (WDW) posted: 1/10/03
A January 10th WKMG reports offers comments by local government officials about Central Florida's evolving high speed train project.
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OrSen: Universal Orlando lays off 24 (WDW) posted: 1/10/03
According to the January 10th Orlando Sentinel, Universal Orlando has laid off 24 employees mostly in Sales and has denied rumors that more layoffs are imminent.
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OrBusJrn: Universal Orlando raises ticket prices (WDW) posted: 1/10/03
The January 10th Orlando Business Journal reports Universal Orlando and Islands of Adventure have increased ticket prices by $2 to $51.95 for a one-day admission.
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AMC Downtown Disney Anaheim January 10th Weekend Movies (DL) posted: 1/10/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC 12 Theaters Downtown Disney include Analyze That (R), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Drumline (PG-13), Gangs of New York (R), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG-13), The Hot Chick (PG-13), Just Married (PG-13), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), Star Trek Nemesis (PG-13), Treasure Planet (PG), Two Weeks Notice (PG-13), and The Wild Thornberrys Movie (PG) Call theater for showtimes (714) 769-4262.
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AMC Pleasure Island 24 January 10th Weekend Movies (WDW) posted: 1/10/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include 25th Hour (R), About Schmidt (R), Adaptation (R), Analyze That (R), Antwone Fisher (PG-13), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Chicago (PG-13), Die Another Day (PG-13), Drumline (PG-13), Empire (R), Gangs of New York (R), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG), The Hot Chick (PG-13), Just Married (PG-13), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Tower (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), Narc (R), Star Trek Nemesis (PG-13), Treasure Planet (PG), Two Weeks Notice (PG-13) and The Wild Thornberrys Movie (PG). Call theater for showtimes (407) 298-4488.
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Fortune: The Curse of Pooh (DL,WDW,Movies,General) posted: 1/9/03
The January 6th Fortune thoroughly explores the history of Winnie the Pooh's merchandising rights lawsuit.
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WKMG: Disney Bus Collides With Car In Orange County (WDW) posted: 1/9/03
WKMG reports a Walt Disney World bus collided with a car just before noon at World Drive and Topiary Drive, injuring at least one person.
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OrBusJrn: How Amusement Business Gets Theme Park Attendance (DL,WDW,General) posted: 1/9/03
The January 6th Orlando Business Journal talks with Amusement Business' Tim O'Brien about the development of the magazine's published attendance figures for theme parks.
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DLRPinReleases: Villains Arrive Jan 12 (DL,Coll) posted: 1/9/03
On January 12th the Disneyland Resort will release numerous Villains pins including Chernabog, Jafar, Hades, Captain Hook, Shere Khan and Scar and on January 10th numerous ToonTown pins will be released. All these pin releases are open edition.
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LPWire: Perfect 10 Club Helps Celebrate Decade of Running Magic At Walt Disney World Marathon (WDW) posted: 1/9/03
The Walt Disney World Marathon is celebrating a magical milestone on Jan. 12: its 10th year. And among the record field of 22,000 participants, a unique group of 149 runners will be celebrating a magical milestone as they make the 26.2-mile trek through the four Disney theme parks. Dubbed the "Perfect 10 Club,� these 115 men and 34 women are competing in their 10th consecutive Disney Marathon.
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LPWire: Tokyo Disneyland Resort Pin Trading Experience Sold Out Dates: April 13- 20, 2003 (OD,Coll) posted: 1/9/03
The Disneyland Resort and thirty-nine guests will be flying to the Tokyo Disneyland Resort to celebrate it's 20th Anniversary during the week of April 13 -20, 2003 for an all-inclusive trip to the Tokyo Disneyland Resort in Tokyo, Japan.
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IHT: Its eyes on China, Disney steps into Hong Kong (OD) posted: 1/9/03
The January 9th International Herald Tribune talks about Disney's developing theme park in China.
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SunTimes: Burnett's spots for Disney World tout the magic at the theme park (WDW) posted: 1/8/03
The January 8th Sun Times talks about Walt Disney World's new ad campaign.
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WDWMagic: Alien Encounter/Stitch rehab (WDW) posted: 1/8/03
The January 8th WDWMagic reports Alien Encounter will close in 2004 to become an attraction featuring Stitch.
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Bloomberg: Beijing in Talks for Second Universal Theme Park, Standard Says (OD,General) posted: 1/8/03
The January 9th Bloomberg reports Beijing is in talks with Vivendi Universal SA to build a theme park in their city. It would be the second Universal theme park built in Mainland China.
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Disney: Disney A to Z: The Official Encyclopedia 1998 - 2003 Supplement (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General) posted: 1/7/03
Disney.com offers a 134 page supplement to Disney Archivist Dave Smith's "Disney A to Z: The Unofficial Encyclopedia" bridging 1998 - 2003. The file is in a pdf format.
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LATimes: Disney Continues Aggressive Pricing, Raises Admission at Southland Parks (DL) posted: 1/7/03
The January 7th Los Angeles Times discusses the Disneyland Resort's one-day admission price hike.
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LATimes: It's the Convention of Conventions as Anaheim Courts New Business (DL) posted: 1/7/03
The January 7th Los Angeles Times talks about the current visit of the Professional Convention Management Association to Anaheim. During their visit the city of Anaheim showcases its unique offerings in hopes of solidifying their image as the latest convention destination. The area hopes to bring an additional $4 billion in future business through conventions.
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LPWire: Disney First Theme Park in China Breaks Ground Sunday, Jan 12 (OD) posted: 1/7/03
Hong Kong Disneyland, which will include a Disneyland-style theme park, two hotels, retail, dining and entertainment experiences, is slated to open in 2005/2006 on a 126-hectare (310-acres) site at Penny's Bay on Lantau Island. The groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday, January 12th will combine a traditional Chinese Lion Dance along with classic Disney characters and entertainment.
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Disney: Hong Kong Disneyland Site (OD) posted: 1/7/03
Visit the official Hong Kong Disneyland website featuring frequent news updates, collectible items and more.
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Disney.com: DL Princess Birthday Buckets; Upcoming Dining Series Debut 1/26 (DL,Coll) posted: 1/7/03
According to the Annual Passholder section of Disney.com new "Princess" Birthday Bucket are now available at Disneyland ® Resort full-service restaurants. They include an individual-sized birthday cake on top and various birthday treats hidden inside the bucket. The site also features pictures of the upcoming "Disney Chef Series" - Dining Series collectible pin that premieres January 26th with Chef Goofy.
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IOACentral: Construction Photos of The Mummy, Photos from Hitchcock attraction set to close today (WDW,General) posted: 1/7/03
IOACentral.com in their January 6, 2003 Universal Orlando Resort Update features over 85 photos of Universal Studios Florida and focuses on construction of the attraction that is strongly rumored to be based on The Mummy and offers photos of Alfred Hitchcock: The Art of Making Movies set to close January 6.
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LPWire: Disneyland Resort Offers Southern Californians Two Parks, Two Days For One Day Admission (DL) posted: 1/6/03
Southern California residents can purchase a special ticket offering one day's admission to Disneyland park and one day's admission to Disney's California Adventure(TM) park -- two full days of fun at two separate parks for the price of a one-day ticket.One day's admission must be used on the date of purchase and the other must be used by May 14, 2003. Tickets will be sold at Resort ticket booths.
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LATimes: Granting Disney's wish, a look at Disney's Aladdin a Musical Spectacular (DL) posted: 1/6/03
The January 5th Calendar Live section of the Los Angeles Times offers a behind the scenes account of Disney's Aladdin - a Musical Spectacular offering comments from Anne Hamburger, Lynne Taylor-Corbett, Paul Pressler and others.
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NYTimes: Disney Enlists Theater Innovators for Theme Park Shows (DL) posted: 1/6/03
The January 6th New York Times talks about Disney's Aladdin - a Musical Spectacular.
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Disneyland Resort Raises One Day Admission (DL) posted: 1/6/03
The Disneyland Resort has increased one-day admission tickets $2. Adults are now $47 while children are $37.
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OrSen: Florida Sea World Park Raises Admission (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
According to the January 6th Orlando Sentinel, Sea World for the third year in a row is the first of the Orlando theme parks to raise prices in 2003. One day admission is now $51.95 for adults and $42.95 for children ages 3-9.
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StPeteTimes: Fewer Equity members whistling while they work at Disney (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
The January 6th St Petersburg Times reports that Disney World's live theater performers saw their work drop 14 percent while the national average was a 2.7 decline.
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Screamscape: Tapestry of Nations Ending, Tower of Terror in Japan (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
Screamscape offers several tidbits of information in their January 5th update including the possible conclusion of two Walt Disney World 100 Years parades in February, Mission Space delayed rumors and a report that groundbreaking for Twilight Zone Tower of Terror has occurred at Tokyo DisneySea.
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OrSen: Disney stretches the magic (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
The January 6th Orlando Sentinel reports Walt Disney World has extended their 100 Years of Magic celebration through the end of February due to guest response. The article also discusses the decline in attendance at Central Florida's water parks last year.
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LafayetteJC: Disney's Dumbo Ride can't be beat (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
The January 4th Lafayette Journal and Courier offers columnist John Norberg comparison of his favorite Disney World attraction, Dumbo and the holiday season.
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LATimes: Disney World Ends Weekly Church Services (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
The January 4th Los Angeles Times reports Walt Disney World ended its weekly church services citing space issues and concerns that so few religions were offered on site worship locations.
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NBC6: Missing South Fla. Teens, Baby 'Hanging Out' At Disney World (WDW) posted: 1/6/03
NBC 6 - Florida reports several South Florida teens and a baby who had been reported missing called their parents from Walt Disney World after seeing themselves on the news. Further investigation is ongoing.
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LPWire: NFFC 2003 Kickoff Seminars Announced (DL,Movies) posted: 1/3/03
Join the NFFC for their exciting 2003 Kickoff events January 17 - 18th featured speakers include Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Director for Creative Entertainment, Gregory Gunter who will offer a special look at Aladdin - a Musical Spectacular and Disney legends Rolly Crump and Harriet Burns will honor their co-worker, Disney legend Mary Blair. Check the release for the complete schedule.
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DLP-IG: Disneyland Paris Christmastime Photos (OD) posted: 1/3/03
The Disneyland Paris Internet Guidebook offers pictures of the Enchanted Christmas Ball, Mickey's Nutcracker Parade, Le Noel de Mickey, the Magical Christmas Tree Forest and more.
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MiceAge: More Overtime Woes (DL) posted: 1/3/03
MiceAge columnist Kevin Yee offers more stories of overtime abuses of Disneyland castmembers.
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ReutersImage: Mickey Wearing Traditional Japanese Outfit (OD) posted: 1/3/03
A January 3rd Reuters image features Mickey Mouse wearing a traditional Japanese outfit during the New Year parade at Tokyo Disneyland in Urayasu outside Tokyo January 3, 2003.
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AMC Downtown Disney Anaheim January 3rd Weekend Movies (DL) posted: 1/3/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC 12 Theaters Downtown Disney include Analyze That (R), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Die Another Day (PG-13), Drumline (PG-13), Gangs of New York (R), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG-13), The Hot Chick (PG-13), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), Star Trek Nemesis (PG-13), Treasure Planet (PG), Two Weeks Notice (PG-13), and The Wild Thornberrys Movie (PG) Call theater for showtimes (714) 769-4262.
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AMC Pleasure Island 24 January 3rd Weekend Movies (WDW) posted: 1/3/03
Movies currently showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include 8 Mile (R), About Schmidt (R), Analyze That (R), Antwone Fisher (PG-13), Catch Me if You Can (PG-13), Chicago (PG-13), Die Another Day (PG-13), Drumline (PG-13), Empire (R), Gangs of New York (R), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (PG), The Hot Chick (PG-13), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Tower (PG-13), Maid in Manhattan (PG-13), Pinocchio (G), The Santa Clause 2 (G), Star Trek Nemesis (PG-13), Treasure Planet (PG), Two Weeks Notice (PG-13) and The Wild Thornberrys Movie (PG). Call theater for showtimes (407) 298-4488.
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LP Poll: What division of Disney do you think had the best 2002? (DL,General) posted: 1/3/03
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "What division of Disney do you think had the best 2002?" The top responses are: Animated films (33%), Sports (29%) and Live Action films (17%). This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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Screamscape: WDW Rumors and News (WDW) posted: 1/2/03
Screamscape offers rumors regarding PhilharMagic's opening date, possible future of the Main Street Electrical Parade and more.
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