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November 2007
LP: The Aristocats Special Edition DVD Coming February 5, 2008 (Movies) posted: 11/30/07
The Aristocats: Special Edition dvd will feature a new digitally enhanced picture and sound, plus bonus materials that includes a nostalgic behind-the-scene featurette that showcases the music of the Sherman Brothers.
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HR: Iger touts Internet but taunts VOD (Movies) posted: 11/30/07
The Hollywood Reporter offers Bob Iger's recent remarks regarding cable tv's video on demand system, describing it as too complicated.
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MagicMakers: Golden Horseshoe Revue Celebration in CA on March 29, 2008 (DL) posted: 11/30/07
The Magic Makers have announced an evening of fun and entertainment celebrating Disneyland's legendary Golden Horseshoe Revue. Special guests will include Wally Boag and Betty Taylor, Dana Daniels, Dick Hardwick, Kirk Wall, original Golden Horseshoe Can-Can girls and others. Seating is limited. Visit their official site for information and to purchase tickets.
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Playbill: Busker Alley Aiming for 2008 Broadway Bow with Tony Winner Dale (Movies) posted: 11/30/07
Playbill reports Busker Alley with a score by Disney Legends Robert and Richard Sherman is aiming for a Broadway debut during the 2008-2009 season starring Tony Winner Jim Dale. The musical is based on the 1938 British film St. Martin's Lane.
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OrlSen: Disney worker dies after falling from ride platform (WDW) posted: 11/29/07*
The Orlando Sentinel reports a Disney cast member has died after falling from a platform at Disney's Animal Kingdom attraction Primeval Whirl.
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AWN: American Cinematheque to Screen Pixar Story at the Egyptian Theatre (Movies,General) posted: 11/29/07
The American Cinematheque will screen The Pixar Story at Hollywood's historic Egyptian Theater on Dec 11 at 7:30p. Tickets may be purchased through Fandango.com
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Playbill: Mermaid Will Resume Nov. 29 and Will Officially Flip Her Fins Jan 10 (Movies) posted: 11/29/07
Disney's The Little Mermaid will now officially open for the critics January 10th following the recent strike.
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HR: ABC, WGAE forge tentative agreement (General) posted: 11/29/07
According to the Hollywood Reporter, ABC News employees will vote Dec. 13 whether to ratify a tentative contract reached Thursday between the network and the Writers Guild of America East.
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DIS: Registration Has Begun for Walt Disney World - Expedition: PINS Event (WDW) posted: 11/29/07
Walt Disney World's Expedition: PINS event will be held May 3, 2008 at Disney's Animal Kingdom and features an evening dinner at the park, various merchandise, appearances and signings by the artists and a silent auction of rare pins. Event registration has opened.
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DIS: Disneyland Resort Hosts Rubiks Cube Demonstration, Dec 1 (DL,Coll) posted: 11/29/07
On December 1st the World of Disney at Downtown Disney (Disneyland Resort) will feature a Rubik's Cube Demonstration from 1p - 4p featuring six world class Rubik's Cubers in celebration of the Theme Park Edition of Rubik's Cube.
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HR: ABC's 'Shrek' special bests 'Grinch,' more (Movies) posted: 11/29/07
ABC's presentation of Shrek the Halls helped the network earn a strong ratings win.
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HR: Ferrera, Efron win at Family TV Awards (Movies) posted: 11/29/07
America Ferrera of ABC's Ugly Betty and Zac Efron from the Disney Channel hit High School Musical 2 were presented best actress and best actor at the Family Television Awards.
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Playbill: Hello, Broadway! All Shows Will Be Back in Business Nov 29 (Movies) posted: 11/29/07
The lights of Broadway will be lit again tonight as the strike concludes after 19 days.
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OrlSen: Disney selling parcels in Flamingo Crossings Project (WDW) posted: 11/28/07*
The Orlando Sentinel reports the Flamingo Crossings project being developed on the western edge of Walt Disney World could result in the sale of 450 acres to third-party owners. The article offers an artist's representation of the retail-hotel development.
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Variety: Keri Russell to tell 'Bedtime Stories' (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
Keri Russell will star alongside Adam Sandler in Disney's upcoming comedy Bedtime Stories.
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Kidscreen: Disney Channel launches first French HD Channel (Movies,General) posted: 11/28/07
Disney is preparing to launch Disney Cinemagic HD in France. It will be the first children's and family HDTV channel in the French market.
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LATimes: Anaheim pulls backing for housing project near Disneyland (DL,General) posted: 11/28/07
The Anaheim City Council vote rescinds action of seven months ago approving low-cost residences near Disneyland.
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NYTimes: Nose on the Prize, but Which Oscar to Sniff? (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
The New York Times discusses the dilemma facing strong animated films. Would pushing the film into consideration for the best picture Oscar reduce its chances within the best animated film category?
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BlueSkyDisney: How Long Before More Shorts? (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
Blue Sky Disney talks about the animated short that will be attached to next summers' Bolt.
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NY1: Sources Say End of Broadway Strike May Near (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
NY1 News is anticipating an end to the 19-day old Broadway strike.
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OCReg: Disney-area housing plan dies (DL,General) posted: 11/28/07
Anaheim City Council members change their minds on housing near Disneyland and remove related item from June ballot.
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LATimes: Low-income housing backer in Anaheim won't give up (DL,General) posted: 11/28/07
Even though the outcome of an Anaheim City Council vote on Tuesday should halt the debate for now, supporters says the fight will go on.
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MultichannelNews: Disney Goes On Demand in San Antonio (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
Multichannel News announces Disney Channel on Demand has hit the San Antonio Time Warner Cable system. LaughingPlace.com has also received reports of the channel appearing on Central Florida Brighthouse Networks. Disney Channel on Demand offers programming such as Wizards of Waverly Place and Hannah Montana a week before the appear on the Disney Channel.
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DIS: Radio Disney Jingle Jams in Celebration FL Dec 22, Additional Cities Announced (WDW) posted: 11/28/07
Hannah Montana's Mitchel Musso will be part of the Radio Disney Jingle Jam Concerts on December 22 in Celebration FL. Celebration is about 10 miles from Walt Disney World. This free concert will begin at 3p. Visit the official website for more information about the concert tour.
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Reuters: Walt Disney raises annual dividend by 12.9 pct (General) posted: 11/28/07
The Disney Company raised its annual cash dividend by 12.9 percent to 35 cents a share.
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JAMTV: Indy champ races to win 'Dancing' (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
Indy car driver Helio Castroneves was named the latest winner of ABC's Dancing with the Stars.
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Zap2it: ABC Dances Away with Tuesday Title (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
ABC' s Dancing with the Stars earned strong Nielsen win for the network.
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HR: Disney's 'Hannah' hits shelves (Movies) posted: 11/28/07
The Hollywood Reporter highlights two upcoming dvd releases the Disney Channel's Twitches Too and Hannah Montana: One in a Million.
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Newsweek: Disney's $4b 'Princess' Brand (Movies,Coll) posted: 11/27/07
Your daughter has a royal crush. So do Barbie and Dora. If Disney has its way, women will become the next subjects kneeling before its $4 billion throne.Newsweek takes a look at Disney's Princess line which is transitioning beyond little girls to offer products for adult women.
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DIS: Media Symposium Q&A with Bob Iger Webcast, Nov 29 (General) posted: 11/27/07
Bob Iger, president and chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company will participate in a question-and-answer session at the Sanford C. Bernstein Media Symposium on Thursday, November 29, 2007, at approximately 12:15 p.m. EST/9:15 a.m. PST. You can listen live on the web -or- visit the Disney Investors site later in the day to listen to a re-play.
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CBSMW: Disney to waive management fees to aid unprofitable Hong Kong park (OD,General) posted: 11/27/07
According to a CBS MarketWatch report Disney has agreed to waive management fees for two years in an effort to support Hong Kong Disneyland and has also deferred royalties payment for the same period.
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Reuters: Sports execs see room for improvement at ESPN (Movies,General) posted: 11/27/07
NASCAR officials talks about their recent season on ESPN and their hopes for the future.
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HR: ABC gives thanks for 'Dancing' (Movies) posted: 11/27/07
ABC captured the adults 18-49 during Thanksgiving week with Dancing with the Stars, Grey's Anatomy andSamantha Who.
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OCReg: 'Enchanted' enjoys a box office feast (Movies) posted: 11/26/07*
Enchanted takes in $50 million to lead the pack in a strong holiday weekend at movie theaters.
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OrlSen: Orlando-area tourism officials fear Crist's gambling compact (WDW) posted: 11/26/07*
The Orlando Sentinel reports Central Tourism groups such as Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando oppose the expansion of gambling in Florida.
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HR: Disney brings 3D thunder to 'Bolt' (Movies) posted: 11/26/07*
Disney announces their plans to release their Thanksgiving 2008 film Bolt in digital 3D.
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LATimes: Audiences are 'Enchanted (Movies) posted: 11/26/07
The Los Angeles Times talks about Enchanted's box office success.
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NYTimes: The Line Between Homage and Parody (Movies) posted: 11/26/07
The New York Times discusses the challenges Disney faced in creating Enchanted.
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SFGate: Miley Cyrus Celebrates Birthday with Fans (Movies) posted: 11/26/07
Highlights from Miley Cyrus' Nashville performance where she celebrated her 15th birthday.
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HR: Animals and humans join Dis 'G-Force' (Movies) posted: 11/26/07
The Hollywood Reporter announces the lead voice talents for Disney - Bruckheimer's G-Force and offers a brief plot synopsis for the film.
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OrlSen: SeaWorld visitors take inaugural ride aboard the Polar Express (WDW) posted: 11/26/07
The Orlando Sentinel offers highlights from the recently opened The Polar Express Experience at SeaWorld Orlando.
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OrlSen: Disney World employees to participate in yearlong diabetes study (WDW) posted: 11/21/07*
Up to 1,000 employees may volunteer for a study aimed at developing a better model of care.
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NYDailyNws: Disney's Hannah Montana Tops Barbie as 'Most Desired Toy' (Movies,Coll) posted: 11/21/07
The popularity of Disney's Hannah Montana is reflected in the variety and volume of merchandise featuring the bubbly blonde teen.
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USAToday: Cyrus tells Oprah what gets 'Hannah Montana' in trouble (Movies) posted: 11/21/07
Highlights from the Oprah appearance of Miley Cyrus and her father Billy Ray Cyrus.
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NJ: Disney star tickets cause local ruckus (Movies) posted: 11/21/07
Update on the lawsuit filed by Kerry Inman over the Miley fan club memberships which were expected to assist members in obtaining tickets to the concerts.
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HR: 'Enchanted' brings back old familiar feelings (Movies) posted: 11/21/07
The Hollywood Reporter talks with Enchanted's director Kevin Lima about the films' nods to classic Disney animated features.Fans may want to wait until viewing the film to discover these well-hidden moments.
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CBSMWVideo: Disney's Iger on Enchanted (Movies) posted: 11/21/07
CBS Marketwatch video of Disney CEO Bob Iger talking about Enchanted.
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HR: 'Ratatouille' teams with 'Ben' (Movies) posted: 11/21/07
Cartoon Network's live-action movie "Ben 10: Race Against Time" is sponsored by THQ and its premiere will feature exclusive insider tips on THQ's Ratatouille video game.
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LATimes: Walt Disney's Hideaway (DL) posted: 11/21/07
A brief look at Walt Disney apartment above the fire station at Disneyland that was his home away from home and will soon be offered in tours to selected guests.
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HR: Disney serves up beauty and the feast (Movies) posted: 11/21/07
Disney's Enchanted is expected to bring Disney a box office win for the Thanksgiving weekend.
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Reuters: Disney filing shows Hong Kong park loan details (OD) posted: 11/21/07
Reuters reports the amended loan terms for Hong Kong Disneyland.
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Playbill: Interview with Disney Theatricals' president Thomas Schumacher (General) posted: 11/21/07
Disney Theatricals' president Thomas Schumacher talks about his new theatre book for kids, "How Does the Show Go On?"
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LP: Enchanted's Giselle pre-parade appearance at Disney-MGM Studios (WDW,Movies) posted: 11/20/07*
Images and video of Enchanted's Princess Giselle pre-parade appearance at Disney-MGM Studios.
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JAM!: Amy Adams' career mirrors Cinderella (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
Amy Adams states her favorite princess is Cinderella -- "she had a good work ethic".
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LP: Multiple Movie Reviews added to LP Guide to Enchanted (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
Various movie reviews, movie stills and production photos can be found at our guide to Disney's Enchanted.
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EW: Amy Adams talks ''Enchanted'' (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
The Enchanted actress tells us what it was like roaming New York City in a huge ballgown -- and why her cartoon self makes her a little nervous.
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LP: Ratatouille Has Become Disney/Pixar's Second Biggest Release of All-Time Internationally (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
Disney/Pixar's "Ratatouille," the best reviewed movie of 2007, raced past the $600 million mark at the worldwide box office over the weekend, and now stands as the second biggest international release of all-time for a Disney/Pixar production.
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ABCNews: Bush Pardons Thanksgiving Turkey (WDW) posted: 11/20/07
Today in the White House Rose Garden President Bush pardoned "May" the turkey. "May" and the backup turkey "Flower" will travel to Walt Disney World to serve as the grand marshals for the Thanksgiving Day parade.
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LPLatest: Disney Theatricals' The Little Mermaid Postpones Opening (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
As a result of the current labor dispute, the new Broadway production of Disney Theatricals' The Little Mermaid has postponed its previously announced Opening Night performance on December 6th. Previews will resume when the dispute is resolved and a revised plan for opening night will be announced at that time.
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OrlSen: Disney wants Epcot lawsuit dismissed (WDW) posted: 11/20/07
Disney has asked a judge to throw out the lawsuit filed by Environmental Tectonics Corp. that claimed Disney disclosed confidential information about Mission:SPACE and falsely took credit for its development.
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HR: 'Dancing' delivers for ABC Monday night (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
According to the Hollywood Reporter, ABC's Dancing with the Stars semifinals gave the network a ratings win on Monday evening.
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AP: ABC Has 5 of Top 20 Prime-Time Show, Week Nov. 12-18 (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
ABC's top rated primetime programming for the week of Nov 12 - 18 includes #1 Dancing with the Stars, #3 Grey's Anatomy, #2 Dancing with the Stars (results), #15 Samantha Who?, and #20 American Music Awards
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JHM: Will MGM's upcoming name change really allow the Universal Orlando Resort to nudge Disney out of the spotlight? (WDW) posted: 11/20/07
Jim Hill shares what he's heard about Universal's bold new plan to reposition that Central Florida Resort. He also offers up additional information about that after-hours Halloween party that's now in the works for Disney's Hollywood Studios. And would you believe "Holidays at Hogwarts" ?
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LP: Disney's High School Musical 2 - Pop Up Edition Premieres Friday Nov 23 (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
The pop-up edition of Disney's High School Musical 2 with fun facts, trivia and behind-the-scenes production tricks will premiere Friday, November 23 at 8p ET/PT.
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OrlSen: Polar Express debuts at SeaWorld on Friday (WDW) posted: 11/20/07
SeaWorld Orlando's Wild Artic motion movie will be transformed during the holiday period to feature Polar Express. The animal habitats will also be decorated for the holidays.
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USATODAY: Heart ailment won't stop Wayne Newton (Movies) posted: 11/20/07
Although he cancelled some upcoming holiday performances at Harrah's Las Vegas, Wayne Newton will be part of ABC's Dancing with the Stars tour.
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OCReg: Riders or repairs weighing down Small World boats? (DL) posted: 11/20/07
The Disneyland ride will undergo a refurbishment because boats are sinking.
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LP: Walt Disney Imagineering Wins TEA awards (DL,WDW,General) posted: 11/19/07
Walt Disney Imagineers captured two prestigious awards within the themed entertainment industry for creating outstanding new experiences at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts. The Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure Playtest at Epcot and Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage at Disneyland were recently named as recipients of the 2007 THEA Award for Outstanding Achievement.
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NYTimes: Stagehands and Producers Break Off Talks (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
The latest round of talks between the League of American Theaters and Producers and the stagehands' union broke down last night continuing to keep numerous Broadway shows dark.
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Playbill: Poppins Co and Voice of Princess Tiana Performs in Macy's Parade (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
In the Playbill round-up of Broadway musicals to be featured in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade they announce Tony winner Anika Noni Rose will perform the Michael Feinstein - Bill Schermerhorn song, "Give Me the Key to This Wonderful City," aboard the History Channel's New York Tin Toy float. Anika has been previously reported as the voice for Princess Tiana in Disney's animated musical The Princess and the Frog. They also report "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" is expected to part of the parade's lineup.
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LExpress: Images of the Modern Fashion Interpretations of Disney's Princesses (OD) posted: 11/19/07
Numerous images of the charity fashion show featuring modern interpretations of Disney's Princesses.Site is in French
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TimesOnline: Designers create fairytale Disney frocks (General) posted: 11/19/07
Article and link to images from the Paris fashion show featuring outfits based on Disney characters in celebration of Disneyland Paris' 15th birthday as a benefit for UNICEF.
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Variety: Audiences tune in to 'AMAs' (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
The American Music Awards on ABC finished first or second in the key demos from 8-11 o'clock.
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HR: ABC extends 'Dirty,' deals for Davidovich (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
According to the Hollywood Reporter, ABC's Dirty Sexy Money has received a full-season pickup and has signed Lolita Davidovich to play a recurring role as a potential love interest for Donald Sutherland's character.
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HR: Happily ever after for 'Enchanted' premiere (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
The Hollywood Reporter highlights the festive fun at the premiere party for Disney's Enchanted.
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LATimes: Disney royalty get a toon-up (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
The studio's long-held iconic look for prince and princess types undergoes a major makeover for the animated/live-action hybrid 'Enchanted.'
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WSJ: Disney Reaches to the Crib To Extend Princess Magic (General) posted: 11/19/07
In a Wall Street Journal via Yahoo! article announces the expansion of Disney Princesses merchandise to the younger set.
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AP: Dempsey Ponders Role As 2nd Sexiest Man (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
The Associated Press reports Enchanted star Patrick Dempsey has been named to the No. 2 spot in People's list of "sexiest men"
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HR: SoapNet nabs 12 Disney-ABC films (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
The Hollywood Reporter announces Disney-owned cable channel SoapNet will air 12 movies from Disney-ABC Domestic TV on Sunday evenings at 10p beginning Dec 2.
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Reuters: DISH Network to carry Disney, ESPN interactive TV (General) posted: 11/19/07
DISH Network on Monday launched two interactive television applications for the Disney's ESPN and Disney Channel cable channels.
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Variety: Beowulf slays competition (Movies) posted: 11/19/07
Variety reports the 3Dmotion-capture film Beowulf topped the box office over the weekend.
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LPLatest: National Thanksgiving Turkeys say "I'm Going to Disney World!" (WDW) posted: 11/16/07*
Pilgrim Mickey Mouse unveils the two turkeys that will receive presidential pardons from President George W. Bush at The White House on Tuesday, Nov. 20 in the 60th annual National Thanksgiving Turkey presentation. Following their presidential pardons, the two turkeys will join Super Bowl stars and other celebrities by "Going to Disney World" for a celebratory parade in their honor on Nov. 22. The pair will be flown first-class to Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. to star in the Thanksgiving Day parade on Nov. 22 in the Magic Kingdom park.
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OrlSen: A new way of seeing the World (WDW) posted: 11/16/07
Review of the Walt Disney World Segway tour of the Wilderness Back Trail Adventure.
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OCReg: Nicoletti leaves for Disney (DL) posted: 11/16/07
John Nicoletti who has served as Anaheim's public affairs manager for the past six years is heading to Disney.
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OCReg: Turkey retires to Florida (WDW) posted: 11/16/07
This year's pardoned turkey will travel to Walt Disney World. The past two years the turkey as travelled to Disneyland and was the Grand Marshal in their holiday parade.
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BoxOfficeMojo: Interview with Walt Disney Pictures Chairman Dick Cook (Movies,General) posted: 11/15/07*
Box Office Mojo offers a lengthy interview with Walt Disney Pictures Chairman Dick Cook. He talks about the success of Pirates, his early career as a monorail driver, the Soda Fountain & Studio Store, future dvd releases, smoking in Disney films, Song of the South release, contrasts working with Eisner and Iger and much more.
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HR: Burton back at DIS in 2-pic deal (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
Tim Burton has signed a two picture deal with Disney and will direct and produce 3D movies based on Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland and a remake of Burton's Frankenweenie. Comments on the reunion by Disney chairman Dick Cook are included in the article.
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OrlSen: Walt Disney World's president delivers the keynote address at IAAPA conference (WDW) posted: 11/15/07
Meg Crofton, Walt Disney World's president gave the keynote address at the annual International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions. She highlighted Disney's "Dreams" campaign.
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NYPost: Disney in Role of Hero (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
The New York Post reports Disney played a strong part in the move back to the negotations table by the union.
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NYTimes: Talks Set in Stagehands' Strike (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
The New York Times reports the League of American Theaters and Producers and stagehands union have agreed to meet on Saturday for negotations.
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OrlSen: Man hangs on to statue for 6 days for Hannah Montana tickets (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
Contest winner will receive tickets to the sold out Hannah Montana concert in Tampa.
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MySpace: Enchanted Page (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
Disney's Enchanted MySpace page offers numerous videos, movie clips and a game where you can transform your image into a 3D Disney character.
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USAToday: 'Enchanted' princess steps out of cartoon, into Manhattan (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
USA Today offers a detailed overview of Disney's Enchanted.
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MTV: Enchanted Disney Spoofs (Movies) posted: 11/15/07
Report highlights the numerous nods to classic Disney films found in Enchanted -- they vary from on screen cameo by the voices of Disney princesses to business names that reveal the names of the composers for classic Disney songs.Some readers may prefer to file this article away and read it after viewing themself and seeing what they discover on their own.
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OCReg: Steakhouse 55 restaurant is simply satisfying (DL) posted: 11/15/07
The folks at Disneyland's Steakhouse 55 succeed by sticking to what they - and you - know.
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UPI: Israel asks Disney to sue Hamas over mouse (General) posted: 11/15/07
The Israeli consultate has asked Disney to examine whether Hamas infringed on copyright laws with their character "Farfur" used in children's television.
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MyFoxTampa: What to Dali and Disney have to do with baseball? (WDW) posted: 11/15/07
My Fox Tampa briefly highlights the collaborative work between Salvador Dali and Walt Disney.
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ABCNews: Was it a frivolous gift or a lifelong memory? (OD,General) posted: 11/15/07
The fun enjoyed by 20 Bangladeshi children at the area amusement park, Fantasy Kingdom.
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OrlSenBlogs: SeaWorld strikes advertising deal at OIA (WDW) posted: 11/15/07
Large plasma screens in Orlando International Airport will feature images of SeaWorld Orlando and its sister parks.
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OCReg: Possible human remains in Disney's 'pirate' ride (DL) posted: 11/14/07*
Security officials respond to a suspicious powder at Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean.
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HR: Disney takes issue with writers' payout claims (General) posted: 11/14/07
According the Hollywood Reporter, the Disney Company has issued a statement in response to WGAE leaflets passed out at the Manhattan World of Disney.
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HR: 'Enchanted' enchants with happily ever after romance (Movies) posted: 11/14/07
The Hollywood Reporter calls Enchanted "a welcome change of pace from this year's doom and gloom movies involving the war in Iraq and other dark and depressing aspects of the world in which we live."
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HR: 'Ratatouille' decorates top sales spot (Movies,Coll) posted: 11/14/07
Disney's DVD release of Ratatouille topped the video charts for the week ending November 11.
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HR: HBO, ABC top PGA Award nominations (Movies) posted: 11/14/07
ABC's Ugly Betty, Grey's Anatomy, Lost and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition were nominated for 2008 PGA Awards in a various categories.
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DIS: Enchanted Sweepstakes (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
Enter the Enchanted Holiday Calls Sweepstakes for a chance to win a live phone call from one of several classic Disney characters.
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NYTimes: Slowing Economy Posing Test for Disney (DL,General) posted: 11/13/07
The New York Times explains Disney's profit has grown even as CEO Iger holds the line on acquisitions. The article features an image which appears to be a model of the upcoming changes occurring at Disney's California Adventure and the panels in the background highlight an area labelled "Walt Disney Plaza"
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OrlSen: Reggie Williams to step down as vice president for sports attractions (WDW) posted: 11/13/07
The Orlando Sentinel reports Reggie Williams will step down from his role as Disney's vice president for sports attractions to focus on his health.
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ChinaDaily: Disney yet to decide location of 2nd park in China (OD) posted: 11/13/07
Reports that Disney plans to build another Disney theme park in China in the future but has not yet worked out the location or specific construction plans.
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AFP: Cinderella in Doc Martens -- Disney heroines in fashion makeover (OD,General) posted: 11/13/07
Disney princesses receive a high fashion makeover for a Paris auction to benefit UNICEF.
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JapanTimes: 800 defrauded in Disney ticket scam (OD) posted: 11/13/07
About 800 people were defrauded in a scam involving the resale of Tokyo Disney Resort tickets. No actual tickets were involved in the scam.
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BWW: Give Us Your Voice - The Little Mermaid Contest (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
BroadwayWorld announces the "Give Us Your Voice Contest" to celebrate Disney Theatricals' The Little Mermaid.Site visitors must upload a video clip of themselves singing their favorite Littler Mermaid song to YouTube.com for BroadwayWorld.com viewers to vote on. Winners will be announced December 4 and will attend the show's Broadway Cast Recording Session as well as see the show from the best seats in the house.
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JCKOnline: Bertol to Create Little Mermaid Jewelry (Movies,Coll) posted: 11/13/07
New York jewelry design firm Scaringi - Bertol Atelier, a division of Tyler Cameron Fine Jewelry, has been chosen by The Walt Disney Co. to create the neckpiece for the upcoming production of The Little Mermaid on Broadway.
Link spotted on The Little Mermaid Blog
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OrlSen: Universal Orlando brings in the summer crowds, boasts record Q3 sales, profit (WDW) posted: 11/13/07
Universal City Development Partners announces record sales and profit in its third fiscal quarter and Universal Orlando enjoyed its biggest summer crowds in three years this summer.
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NYTimes: Troy Meets Gabriella, This Time on Skates (Movies,General) posted: 11/13/07
Review of Disney on Ice production High School Musical - The Ice Tour.
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LATimes: Miley Cyrus Fan Club revolts (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
Lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a New Jersey woman and others who joined the Miley Cyrus Fan Club based on its promise that it would make it easier to get concert tickets from the teen star's website.
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BN: Thom Schumacher Book Signing at Grove Dec 13 (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
Thom Schumacher, president of Disney Theatrical Productions will be at the Barnes and Noble at The Grove (Los Angeles) on December 13th at 5:30pm, to sign copies of How Does the Show Go On: An Introduction to the Theatre.Link spotted on CartoonBrew
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HR: ABC's 'Dancing' waltzing through WGA strike (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
According to the Hollywood Reporter, the WGA strike has little effect on ABC's Dancing with the Stars.
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HR: Clark, Seacrest return for 'Rockin' Eve' (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve on ABC will be hosted by Dick Clark and Ryan Seacrest.
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Variety: ABC wins week with CMA Awards (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
Variety reports ABC's broadcast of the CMA Awards dominated Wednesday night and gave the network the top spot in 18-49 for five of this season's first seven weeks. It is poised to win its third straight November sweeps.
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Variety: ABC, CBS top Monday (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
Dancing With the Stars and comedy Samantha Who carried ABC to a narrow demo victory over CBS on Monday.
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'Zap2It: Choirs,' 'Duel' fill airwaves in December (Movies) posted: 11/13/07
ABC will unveil a new came show called "Duel" over six nights starting Monday, Dec. 17.
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CBSMW: ESPN to beef up reporting unit with addition of Balco writer (General) posted: 11/13/07
ESPN has hired San Francisco Chronicle Mark Fainaru-Wade who was part of the team of reporters who broke the Blaco steroids story.
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OrlSen: Cinderella Castle Has Night Lights (WDW) posted: 11/12/07*
The Orlando Sentinel highlights the nighttime holiday transformation of Cinderella Castle.
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NYPost: Video Games Serious Business for Disney (General) posted: 11/12/07*
Disney Company chief Bob Iger talks about Disney's moves into the video game business.
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Reuters: Disney to launch cellphone service in Japan (General) posted: 11/12/07*
Disney plans to become a mobile virtual network operator in Japan next Spring.
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AP: Disabled guests sue Disney on Segway ban (WDW) posted: 11/12/07
The Associated Press reports three disabled people have sued Walt Disney World for not allowing them to use their Segways within the theme parks.
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Zap2It: ABC Stick with 'Lost' Plans (Movies) posted: 11/12/07
Zap2It reports ABC will run the completed episodes of Lost, which is 8 of the season's 16.
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HR: Three of a kind: ABC, Fox, NBC tie for first (Movies) posted: 11/12/07
According to the Hollywood Reporter, ABC, Fox and NBC tied for first on Sunday night in the 18-49 demographic.
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WashPost: 'Stagehands' Strike Darkens Broadway for Second Day (Movies) posted: 11/12/07
The continuing strike by stagehands canceled Sunday's 10th Anniversary performance of Disney's The Lion King. The party celebrating its run was held.
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ABCVideo: The Lion King Celebration (Movies) posted: 11/12/07
Disney's The Lion King celebrates 10 years on Broadway. The 2 minute video offers footage of the special celebration, the Empire State Building lighting, interviews with Thomas Schumacher, Julie Taymor, rehearsals and more.
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OrlSenBlogs: Highlights from Super Soap Weekend at Walt Disney World (WDW) posted: 11/12/07
Various blog entries offers highlights from the Super Soap Weekend.
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OrlBusJrnl: SeaWorld ticket prices increasing (WDW) posted: 11/12/07
The Orlando Business Journal reports the one-day ticket price for SeaWorld Orlando by $3 to 67.95.
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Reuters: Spectrum to supply batteries to Disney parks (General) posted: 11/9/07*
The maker of Rayovac batteries has signed a three-year agreement with Disney to supply batteries to the theme parks and has been given the right to use Disney characters in its marketing and promotions.
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LATimes: Disneyland's 'Small World' attraction to get upgrade (DL) posted: 11/9/07*
Disneyland insists fat tourists aren't to blame, but the park's upgrade of its 41-year-old attraction will include deepening the waterway and making its boats more buoyant.
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LATimes: Parks fuel 12% gain in profit at Disney (General) posted: 11/9/07
The Los Angeles Times reports Disney's strong fourth quarter 2007 earnings report.
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SeattleTimes: '90s Mouseketeers turned Big Cheeses (Movies) posted: 11/9/07
An amazing number of the 90's Mouseketeers have gone onto have mega-success. Meet Matt Casella who was responsible for casting these future superstars.
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DISNwsArchive:Remember Disney News? (General) posted: 11/9/07
Wish you had your Disney News magazines? Well Tim at Disney News Archive has archived his collection from the 60's through its conclusion. He offers scans of the covers and highlights of the magazine contents.
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JAM!dvd: 'Ratatouille' worthy of Oscar nomination (Movies,Coll) posted: 11/9/07
The development of Ratatouille is highlighted in this dvd review.
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JournalNws: Writer shares his big love for 'Little Mermaid' (Movies) posted: 11/9/07
A look at Doug Wright who has written the book for Broadway's The Little Mermaid.
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HR: Miley Cyrus keeps kids, parents happy (Movies,General) posted: 11/9/07
Review of Hannah Montana's sold-out concert at LA's Staples Center.
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HR: More 'Campers' for ABC Family (Movies) posted: 11/9/07
According to the Hollywood Reporter, French Stewart, Beth Littleford and Kay Panabaker have joined the ABC Family pilot Happy Campers.
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LATimes: Bruce Gordon, 56; helped create Disney attractions (DL,WDW) posted: 11/9/07
Bruce Gordon, former longtime Disney Imagineer passed away at the age of 56.
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LP: Empire State Building Lighting to Honor The Lion King (Movies) posted: 11/8/07*
On Friday, November 9, Tshidi Manye, THE LION KING’s current ‘Rafiki,’will appear in costume to throw the ceremonial switch at the Empire State Building. She will be joined by other cast members from the landmark production and THE LION KING’s associate producers Aubrey Lynch II and Anne Quart. For that evening the landmark will be illuminated Lion King Yellow.
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VIDEO: The Lion King on Broadway Celebrates 10 (General) posted: 11/8/07*
The film highlights the global success of The Lion King including footage of the opening night of the special 10th anniversary celebratory production which opened this summer in Johannesburg, South Africa, the cultural inspiration for the show.
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AP: Disney 4Q Profit, Revenue Climbs (General) posted: 11/8/07
Highlights and analysis of Disney's fourth quarter earnings.
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LPLatest: Snow White Exhibit at the Disneyland Resort (Movies) posted: 11/8/07
Unique celebrations of two motion picture icons will be on view beginning Saturday, Nov. 17, exclusively at the Disney Animation attraction in Disney’s California Adventure park at the Disneyland Resort. The Walt Disney Animation Research Library has spent more than seven months creating "The Fairest One of All," a stunning and rare collection of more than 120 pieces of concept art, story sketches, animation drawings, backgrounds and cels created during the development and production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Disney recently acquired many of the pieces from a private collection including several that have never been publicly displayed.
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DIS: Magic of the Month features Haunted Mansion and Spaceship Earth (WDW) posted: 11/8/07
The "Magic of the Month" page of Disney.com's Backstage Pass section features video and interviews on the newly updated Haunted Mansion and a good look at the upcoming changes to Spaceship Earth.
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Reuters: Creditors suspend terms of Hong Kong Disney loan (OD) posted: 11/8/07
Reuters reports Disney has reached an agreement with creditors in Hong Kong Disneyland.
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Variety: Disney, Bruckheimer talking 'Prince' (Movies) posted: 11/8/07
Mike Newell is in talks to direct Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.
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HR: Country cooking on ABC as awards dominate (Movies) posted: 11/8/07
The 41st Country Music Awards on ABC dominated Wednesday's ratings.
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About: Idina Menzel Discusses Enchanted, Wicked Movies (Movies) posted: 11/8/07
Interview with actress Idina Menzel about her upcoming role in Disney's Enchanted.
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Moviehole: Second Serve of Ratatouille? (Movies) posted: 11/8/07
Interview with Patton Oswalt about his expectations for a sequel to Ratatouille.
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CMT: Billy Ray Cyrus: Home at Last Debuting on CMT (Movies) posted: 11/8/07
Billy Ray Cyrus: Home at Last, a four-part special premiering Nov 24 will follow Billy Ray as he prepares to tour, please his fans and spend time with his family which includes Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus.
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MediaBiz: Disney Scores Thanks to ESPN (General) posted: 11/8/07
Highlights from the fourth-quarter earnings announcement.
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TheStreet: Disney Squeaks By Estimates (General) posted: 11/8/07
Highlights from Disney's FY 2007 Earnings Report.
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