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Disney News Stories
February 2009

Ongoing Coverage: The Princess and the Frog News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 11/18/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Pirates of the Caribbean - the film - (Movies)
Original Story: 11/3/2001   Most Recent Story: 11/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: A Christmas Carol News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 7/31/2007   Most Recent Story: 11/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Burton's Alice in Wonderland News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/2/2009   Most Recent Story: 11/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Remake News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/7/2009   Most Recent Story: 11/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Pooh Heirs Sue Disney Over Royaties - (General)
Original Story: 6/21/2000   Most Recent Story: 11/13/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Mary Poppins the Musical News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/15/2006   Most Recent Story: 11/13/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 11/12/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Pixar / Disney Up News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 11/11/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disney Channel News - (Movies)
Original Story: 5/15/2008   Most Recent Story: 11/11/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disneyland Coming to Shanghai? - (OD)
Original Story: 6/3/2002   Most Recent Story: 11/6/2009

Ongoing Coverage: CARS News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/20/2005   Most Recent Story: 10/30/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Hannah Montana Phenomenon - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/10/2007   Most Recent Story: 10/30/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Pixar / Disney Toy Story 3 News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 10/29/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Song of the South News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 10/27/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disney and eBay sign auction deal - (Coll,General)
Original Story: 2/8/2000   Most Recent Story: 10/26/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Rapunzel News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 9/30/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Tron Sequel News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/1/2009   Most Recent Story: 9/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Hannah Montana The Movie News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/2/2009   Most Recent Story: 9/2/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Beverly Hills Chihuahua News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 8/31/2009

Ongoing Coverage: High School Musical News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/15/2006   Most Recent Story: 8/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: 2009 Obituaries - (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General)
Original Story: 1/1/2009   Most Recent Story: 8/17/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Little Mermaid the Musical News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 8/14/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disney Cruise Line Adds Seven Day Cruise - (OD)
Original Story: 12/8/1999   Most Recent Story: 8/11/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disney Financial News for FY 2009 - (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General)
Original Story: 7/30/2008   Most Recent Story: 8/4/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disneyland Resort and City of Anaheim at Odds - (DL)
Original Story: 2/13/2007   Most Recent Story: 7/28/2009

Ongoing Coverage: G-Force News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/2/2009   Most Recent Story: 7/27/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Hong Kong Disneyland - (OD)
Original Story: 8/17/2000   Most Recent Story: 7/10/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Jonas Brothers the 3D Concert Experience News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/2/2009   Most Recent Story: 6/24/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Disneynature Earth News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 1/2/2009   Most Recent Story: 5/18/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Tarzan the Musical News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/15/2006   Most Recent Story: 5/5/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Bolt News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/13/2007   Most Recent Story: 3/30/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Race to Witch Mountain News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 4/28/2008   Most Recent Story: 3/25/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Pixar / Disney Film WALL-E News Stories - (Movies)
Original Story: 6/12/2007   Most Recent Story: 3/16/2009

Ongoing Coverage: Lilo & Stitch - (Movies)
Original Story: 4/16/2002   Most Recent Story: 3/3/2009

Matthew Grossman Joins The Walt Disney Company as Vice President, Corporate Communications, Europe, Middle East and Africa - (DL) (2/26/2009)

Matthew Grossman has joined The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) as vice president, Corporate Communications, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), it was announced today by Zenia Mucha, executive vice president, Corporate Communications. Mr. Grossman will be based in London and will manage Disney’s public profile with the media across EMEA, coordinate the communications for Disney’s various lines of business, provide communications counsel and guidance to Disney’s European executives, handle any crisis communications and manage internal communications.

Walt Disney Pictures Presents Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience - (DL) (2/26/2009)

The Jonas Brothers announced today that they will be thanking some of their adoring fans directly and in person over the opening weekend of their new film, “Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience.”

Disney’s California Food & Wine Festival Celebrates Flavors of the World in 2009 - (DL) (2/26/2009)

Disney's California Food & Wine Festival will celebrate the international cultures, people, food and traditions that have made California one of the most diverse culinary destinations in the world. With a theme of “World Celebration,” the Festival expands to six weeks in 2009 – April 24 through June 7 – featuring daily complimentary demonstrations and premier ticketed events at Disney’s California Adventure park and throughout the Resort.

Mr. Lincoln Returning and Disney Gallery Coming to Main Street - (DL) (2/26/2009)

A longtime favorite of Disneyland guests will return as “The Disneyland Story, featuring Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln,” an enhanced version of the show which appeared, in various forms, in the Main Street Opera House at Disneyland park from 1966 through 2004 . The attraction will reopen later this year in celebration of the 200th anniversary year of Abraham Lincoln’s birth.

Multi-Platinum Christian Rock Band P.O.D. to Make 2009 Concert Debut in September at Disney’s Night of Joy Sep 11-12 - (DL) (2/26/2009)

Multi-platinum Christian rock band P.O.D., currently on hiatus following a lengthy world tour, will make its 2009 concert debut as part of a 14-act lineup announced today for Disney’s Night of Joy Sept. 11-12 at Walt Disney World Resort. The musically diverse event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park also will feature MercyMe, newsboys, Skillet, Flyleaf, Chris Tomlin, Kutless, Jars of Clay, Grits, Leeland, NEEDTOBREATHE, Superchick, Mandisa and Family Force 5.

Walt Disney World Resort Debuts New Online Check-In Service - (DL) (2/26/2009)

Walt Disney World Resort launched a new Online Check-In Service today, designed to simplify and streamline guest arrivals.  The new service is complimentary and available to guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels and Disney Vacation Club resorts open as of February 2009.

Two Disneyland Resort Jungle Cruise Skippers 'Spiel' Their Way to Tokyo Disney Resort - (DL) (2/24/2009)

Earlier this year, Jungle Cruise skippers all around the world were preparing their funniest material for a chance at representing their respective Disney Parks in Tokyo this month. Since the attraction debuted at Disneyland in 1955, the skipper role has always been one of interaction and fun, telling the story of the Jungle Cruise through silly jokes.

ESPN The Weekend Returns to Walt Disney World Feb 27 – Mar 1 - (DL) (2/24/2009)

ESPN and the Walt Disney World Resort are again offering fans the opportunity to see and hear ESPN personalities and current and legendary athletes during ESPN The Weekend presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods, a one-of-a-kind sports-themed special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., February 27 - March 1.

16th Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Celebrates Floral Fun and 'Going Green' March 18-May 31 - (DL) (2/24/2009)

An elaborate “Cinderellabration” topiary and an environmentally friendly Green Garden bring fresh springtime flair to the 16th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 18-May 31.  Amid a colorful tableau of flowers, plants and topiaries, Walt Disney World guests of all ages can explore myriad exhibits and activities geared toward gardening and outdoor fun.  Weekend Flower Power concerts will pump up the volume and spread a groovy vibe at America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase.

Surf’s Up March 22 at Walt Disney World Resort As Typhoon Lagoon Reopens - (DL) (2/24/2009)

Spring break is here and surf’s up at Walt Disney World Resort beginning March 22 when Typhoon Lagoon water park reopens following refurbishment.  A day later, would-be surfers will learn to ride the wave during the season’s first Cocoa Beach Surf School session.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Reorganizes to Create a "One-Disney" Experience - (DL) (2/23/2009)

Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, today announced organization changes to deliver a "one-Disney" experience by simplifying the Parks and Resorts operating structure, streamlining decision-making and eliminating redundancy.

Disney and LEGO Group Announce Strategic Licensing Relationship - (DL) (2/15/2009)

The LEGO Group and Disney Consumer Products today announced a multi-year licensing agreement that gives the world's premiere construction toy brand access to an extensive portfolio of renowned Disney and Disney Pixar properties. LEGO(R) and LEGO DUPLO(R) products are currently in development for three franchises -- Disney Pixar's Toy Story and Cars, and Prince of Persia -- all scheduled to launch in 2010.

MouseFest announces there will be MouseFest in 2009 - (DL) (2/15/2009)

In a press release put out today MouseFest, the annual gather of Disney fans at Walt Disney World, has announced there will be no MouseFest in 2009.

Disney XD.com Extends New Entertainment Brand Online - (DL) (2/13/2009)

Disney Online, part of the Disney Interactive Media Group, today introduced DisneyXD.com, the online and mobile Web destination for the new Disney entertainment brand designed to appeal to kids and tween boys. An abundance of action-based games, full-length video and customizable community features populate the site focused heavily on themes of adventure, accomplishment, gaming, music and sports.

Raytheon Donates Family Technology Center at the Shades of Green(R) on Walt Disney World(R) Resort - (DL) (2/12/2009)

Raytheon Company today announced the grand opening of The Family Technology Center at the Shades of Green(R) on Walt Disney World(R) Resort. Shades of Green is a U.S. Armed Forces Recreation Center used exclusively by active and retired military personnel and their families and Department of Defense civilians.

CKX and 19 Entertainment Announce Opening of 'The American Idol Experience' at Walt Disney World Resort - (DL) (2/12/2009)

CKX, Inc. and its subsidiary 19 Entertainment announced today the unveiling of a new attraction, based on its hit television program American Idol, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Technology Meets Tinseltown in ‘The American Idol Experience’ At Disney’s Hollywood Studios Theme Park - (DL) (2/12/2009)

Guests at “The American Idol Experience” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will feel like they’re in the middle of a live television production as they enter a theater that features high-definition broadcast cameras, voting keypads at each audience seat, more than 100 plasma and LED video screens and a stage inspired by the pop culture phenomenon “American Idol.”

Hit the Right Note, or Join the Audience and Vote In First-Ever Attraction Based on ‘American Idol’ - (DL) (2/12/2009)

While guests are usually the ones to enjoy the attractions and shows at Walt Disney World Resort, “The American Idol Experience” places Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests in the spotlight, immersing them in the thrill of auditioning and performing or voting on their favorite musical performances.

‘The American Idol Experience’: Fast Facts - (DL) (2/12/2009)

In addition to being the first-of-its-kind attraction in the world to be based on the TV show “American Idol,” “The American Idol Experience” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park offers a variety of fast facts.