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Disney News Stories
May 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

Fairy Tales Can Come True - You Can Capture Them Too - With New Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings Camera by Kodak - (DL) (5/29/2009)

Princes and princesses have a new way to get friends and family to help capture spontaneous shots of their wedding: the new, exclusive single-use Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings Camera by Kodak! That's right; couples tying the knot have an exciting new option. This elegant new camera gives wedding guests a unique way to capture high-quality images of the big day. Couples who want to be among the first to purchase the new cameras for their weddings or rehearsal dinners can visit http://www.disneyweddings.com/ starting today.

New ‘American Idol’ Kris Allen Celebrates His Crowning Achievement with His Fans at Walt Disney World Resort - (DL) (5/29/2009)

Dreams keep coming true for new “American Idol” Kris Allen. Last week, the 23-year-old singer from Conway, Ark., became the newest “American Idol” by garnering the most fan votes in the television series’ thrilling Season Eight finale. Moments after his victory, Allen did what dozens of sports celebrities and heroes have done for more than two decades: He looked into a television camera and shouted, “I’m going to Disney World!”

Walt Disney World Resort Offers Tips for a Beautifully Budgeted Dream Wedding - (DL) (5/28/2009)

Brides on a budget can still have a Cinderella-like wedding at Walt Disney World Resort if they know where to save and when to splurge. “Every bride wants to feel like a princess for the day, and at Disney’s Fairytale Weddings we can make that dream a reality,” said Korri McFann, marketing director Disney’s Fairytale Weddings.  “The beauty of a Disney wedding is that we can tailor the occasion to suit almost any budget.”

Market Street Plano Giving Guests Royal Treatment at Radio Disney ‘Princess Protection Program’ Party - (DL) (5/28/2009)

Market Street Plano welcomes all local princes and princesses to receive the royal treatment at its Radio Disney “Princess Protection Program” Party on Sunday, May 31 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Disney Interactive Studios Announces JONAS for Nintendo DS - (DL) (5/28/2009)

From sold out shows to the big and small screens, the Jonas Brothers will take over the video game world as well this holiday. Disney Interactive Studios today announced the development of JONAS for Nintendo DS. The game allows players to take on the role of three superstar brothers – Nick, Joe and Kevin Lucas in outrageous adventures from the Disney Channel comedy series “JONAS.” Players help the JONAS band members juggle concerts, school, friends and fans to find the balance between their rock star world and ordinary lives.

Disney Interactive Studios Announces Pirates of the Caribbean: Armada of the Damned - (DL) (5/27/2009)

Live to tell the tale of becoming a notorious pirate captain or suffer a fate of eternal damnation. Disney Interactive Studios today announced the development of Pirates of the Caribbean: Armada of the Damned, an epic, action role-playing game (RPG) from Propaganda Games, Disney’s video game development studio in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Disney's D23 Members Invited to Become Donald Duck's Official Portrait Artist - (DL) (5/26/2009)

Irascible, cranky, mischievous, outrageous – Donald Duck has a seemingly limitless personality, and in honor of his birthday on June 9, Disney’s D23 is commissioning an official portrait from those who know Donald best: his fans. For the first time ever, Disney is turning to fans to create an official portrait of one of its biggest stars. Finalists in the Donald Duck 75th Anniversary Portrait Contest will have their work unveiled and displayed at the inaugural D23 Expo, which will be held September 10-13 at the Anaheim Convention Center, adjacent to Disneyland.

Disney•Pixar’s Up Video Game from THQ Lands in Retail Outlets Nationwide across All Major Gaming Platforms - (DL) (5/26/2009)

THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced that the Up video game, based on the highly anticipated Disney•Pixar film, has shipped to retail outlets throughout North America for Wii™, Nintendo DS™, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, and Games for Windows® and Mac. The Up video game is now available for the suggested retail prices of $39.99 (Wii, Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 system), $29.99 (PSP and DS) and $19.99 (PlayStation 2 system and Games for Windows and Mac). The game is rated E for Everyone (PlayStation 2 system, PSP system, DS, Games for Windows and Mac) and E10+ for everyone 10 and older (Wii, PLAYSTATION 3 system and Xbox 360).

Disney/Pixar's Up and Show at the El Capitan May 29 - July 23 - (DL) (5/22/2009)

Hollywood’s legendary El Capitan Theatres is all set to carry moviegoers “UP,” up and away on one of the most entertaining adventures of all time with its special engagement of the uplifting new Disney-Pixar comedy-fantasy, “UP,” presented in Disney Digital 3D™, it was announced today by Lylle Breier, senior vice president of worldwide special events, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.  This engagement will run from May 29th through July 23rd.

‘Kris Allen, You’ve Just Been Named The New American Idol, What Are You Going To Do Next?’ ‘I’m Going to Disney World!’ - (DL) (5/21/2009)

To celebrate the newly opened “American Idol Experience” attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Kris Allen shouted the famous words “I’m Going to Disney World!” immediately after being crowned the newest “American Idol” in the show’s star-studded season finale on May 20, 2009 in Los Angeles.

Mickey is having his Tennis Party at Disneyland Paris - (DL) (5/21/2009)

Marne-la-Vallée, May 2009 - Mickey has yet another surprise for us, during his Magical Party. Always up to date on the latest fads and following his achievements in break-dance, he is now beckoning us to a tennis court. But not just any tennis court … A few days before the Roland Garros tournament, Mickey has invited Gaël Monfils, Stanislav Wawrinka and the French «Fête le Mur» association to Disneyland Paris, for a major «Tennis Party» that will undoubtedly be magic.

 

Wayne Allwine Obituary - (DL) (5/20/2009)

Wayne Allwine, a veteran Disney voiceover talent and Emmy Award-winning sound effects editor, who provided the voice of Mickey Mouse for the past 32 years, passed away on Monday (May 18th) at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, from complications due to diabetes.  He was 62-years-old.  Allwine’s wife of 20 years, Russi Taylor, who provides the voice of Minnie Mouse, was by his side at the time of his passing.

Regal Entertainment Group Presents Up in Disney Digital 3D at 222 Locations - (DL) (5/20/2009)

Regal Entertainment Group, a leading motion picture exhibitor owning and operating the largest theatre circuit in the world, announced today that tickets are on sale now for Disney-Pixar’s Up in Disney Digital 3D. Regal Entertainment Group will offer this digital 3D presentation at 222 locations across the country utilizing the RealD cinema system. The movie opens Friday, May 29.

New ‘American Idol’ Will Be Seen – and Heard! – in Famous Disney Ad - (DL) (5/20/2009)

To celebrate the newly opened “American Idol Experience” attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Adam Lambert or Kris Allen will shout the famous words “I’m Going to Disney World!” immediately after being crowned the newest “American Idol” in the show’s star-studded season finale on Wednesday night, May 20, in Los Angeles.

Disney Channel Stands as TV’s No. 1 Network in Total Day May 11 - 17 - (DL) (5/20/2009)

Powered by Sunday’s “Night of Premieres,” featuring all-new episodes of hit original series “Hannah Montana,” “JONAS” and “Sonny With A Chance,” Disney Channel ranked as TV’s No. 1 network in Total Day in Tweens 9-14 (436,000/1.8 rating - tie), marking its fifth time in six weeks at the top of the charts, and up by a substantial 14% year to year (382,000, week of 5/12/08).

Disney Theme Parks Merchandise Offered Online - (DL) (5/19/2009)

Ever admired a pair of customized Mickey Mouse ears or a Disney Princess castle toy while on a Disney vacation, and later regretted not buying it once you returned home? Or wished you could travel to Disneyland wearing a Disneyland t-shirt en route? Now, for the first time ever, you can purchase select merchandise from Disney’s domestic theme parks and resorts outside of the parks and online only at DisneyStore.com and/or DisneyParks.com/store.

National Harbor Sells Land to Disney for Possible Hotel in D.C. - (DL) (5/19/2009)

The Peterson Companies announced today the sale of land at its National Harbor development near Washington, DC to Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Disney is considering using the 15-acre site overlooking the Potomac River in National Harbor, MD as the location for a resort hotel for families and others visiting the National Capital Region.

Bay Lake Tower Fact Sheet - (DL) (5/19/2009)


Treehouse Villas Fact Sheet - (DL) (5/19/2009)

Nostalgic memories of childhood playtime translate into over-the-treetops family vacation time with the addition of Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa.  The treehouse villas combine a dash of luxury and comfort with the nostalgic memories of a childhood fortress.  Nestled in natural forest glens, this new phase will revive Walt Disney World “treehouse living,” a cherished tradition from 1975-2002.

Jay Rasulo Testifies Before Senate in Support of Travel Promotion Act - (DL) (5/19/2009)

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman, Jay Rasulo appeared on Capitol Hill this week to communicate his strong support on behalf of the Travel Promotion Act.  The bill, which is co-sponsored by Senator Mel Martinez of Florida, seeks to create a nonprofit entity that would execute a nationally coordinated travel promotion program encouraging more people to visit the United States. Appearing before the Senate Subcommittee on Competitiveness, Innovation and Export Promotion, Rasulo told the body that, in addition to having a much easier, user-friendly entry process, the United States would greatly benefit by the creation of travel promotional entity that could speak with one voice, to welcome those who have avoided visiting the U.S. since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and more recently, because of the effects of the economic recession.

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

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Coming on Blu-Ray October 6 - (DL) (5/18/2009)

Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment (WDSHE) proudly opens the vault, releasing ‘The One That Started It All,’ Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, in high-definition Blu-ray for the first time ever, on October 6, 2009.  The historic and highly-anticipated release fittingly launches a spectacular all-new product line – Disney’s Diamond Collection.  Poised to transform home entertainment, just as the movie itself transformed the entire motion-picture industry upon its debut in 1937, the revolutionary new Diamond Collection brings audiences the most immersive and highest-level viewing experience, that includes unparalleled features, exclusive high definition content and updatable experiences, superior picture and sound, and much, much more.  Taking home entertainment to fantastic new heights unlike anything before, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: Diamond Edition marks the film’s first-ever high-definition Blu-ray bow, on October 6, while the standard definition will be released seven weeks later, on November 24.

The Walt Disney Company Launches Disney’s Friends for Change - (DL) (5/14/2009)

The Walt Disney Company today announced Disney’s Friends for Change: Project Green (www.Disney.com/projectgreen), a multiplatform environmental initiative that will help kids help the planet. Disney stars Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, the Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato are among the 29 young stars participating in outreach messages to debut on Disney Channel, Disney XD, Radio Disney and Disney.com. The Disney’s Friends for Change: Project Green initiative invites young people to join together to help the environment across four key areas: climate, water, waste and habitats. Kids will learn practical ways to preserve the planet, track their collective impact and have the opportunity to vote on how $1 million in donations from Disney will be divided and invested in various environmental causes over the course of a year.

Disney's D23 Fan Community Announces Summer 2009 Special Events Calendar - (DL) (5/14/2009)

Disney’s D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans today announced its Summer 2009 Special Events Calendar.  From very special screenings and stepping behind-the-scenes with Mary Poppins to visiting the legendary Walt Disney Studios and Archives to being among the first to experience the new Walt Disney Family Museum, D23’s inaugural slate of Members-only events promises outstanding, unforgettable opportunities that are exclusive to the fan community’s Charter Membership.