Author Archive for David Wallace
Every since my first trip to Disneyland in 1977, I have been a Disney fanatic. Disney-O-Rama allows me to share news and current happenings as well as many of the secrets and history behind the magic.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes Birth of Endangered Gorilla
Disney’s Animal Kingdom recently welcomed the birth of a critically endangered western lowland gorilla. The newborn is doing well and has already become an integral part of the gorilla family group that includes first-time mother, Kashata, father Gino and two other females.
‘Captain EO’ With Michael Jackson Reopens Tomorrow at Disneyland
Every since Disney Parks first announced the return of “Captain EO,” the 3-D film starring Michael Jackson and directed by Francis Ford Coppola that was shown at Disney theme parks in the 1980s and 1990s, there has been an incredible response from fans with many wondering exactly when the classic attraction would reopen.
Well wait no longer as “Captain EO” is scheduled to re-open tomorrow, February 23 at Tomorrowland’s Magic Eye Theater.
Disney Names Hawaii Resort and Launches New Web Site For Project
Disney has finally decided upon a name for the resort they are currently building in O’ahu, Hawaii. The resort, which is slated to be open by Fall 2011, is called “Aulani” which is Hawaiian for “the place that speaks for the great ones” or “the place that speaks with deep messages.” Additionally a new web site has been launched which will featuring concept artwork, construction photos and more information about the resort.
Should Tom Sawyer Island Be Turned Into ‘Lost’ Island?
A group of fans of the ABC show “Lost” have started a petition to persuade Disney to create a “Lost” island at Disneyland. The “Lost” attraction would replace “Tom Sawyer Island”, which is seen as being outdated.
While I consider myself to be a hardcore fan of “Lost” as well, this is a bad idea in so many ways.
Disney Unveils KeyChest Digital Movie Technology
The Los Angeles Biz Journal is reporting that The Walt Disney Co. has officially unveiled its long-awaited KeyChest initiative that should it take off will impact digital movie downloads. The initiative would allow a user to purchase a movie or television show that would be stored on a remote server and be standardized in a way that would allow the media to be viewable on multiple platforms including computers, mobile phones and television.
Video Preview/Update of Disney’s California Adventure Expansion
If you have been to Disney’s California Adventure lately, you no doubt have seen a myriad of construction projects all going on at once. This is all part of a revamping of the park as well as the biggest expansion project the park has seen since its initial opening in 2001.
Disney Parks Blog has released a new 4 minute video highlighting some of the changes that are coming over the next couple of years. It is one of what they promise to be many more as the expansion progresses.
As Expected, Marvel Shareholders Approve Sale to Disney
The Associated Press is reporting that shareholders of Marvel Entertainment Inc. have approved the company’s acquisition by The Walt Disney Co.
The $4.3-billion acquisition will close at the end of the day, bringing Spider-Man, Iron Man, and 5,000 other comic-book characters under the same roof as Mickey Mouse, Goofy and Donald Duck.
Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln Reopens at Disneyland
After a nearly 5 year hiatus, “Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln” reopened last Friday at Disneyland. While the 2009 version of the show is a slightly revised, the real attraction is the brand-new Mr. Lincoln animatronic which features a fully electric head—a first for an audio-animatronic figure.
Confirmed: Captain EO Returns to Disneyland In 2010
Rumors have been swirling since Michael Jackson’s death that Captain EO, the groundbreaking 17-minute 3D film experience that thrilled Disneyland park guests from 1986 – 1997, would return to to Disnleyland. However, none of those rumors have been confirmed… that is until today.
Official “Alice in Wonderland” Trailer Hits Internet
Today the first official trailer for the Tim Burton film “Alice in Wonderland” has been released. You can see it below via YouTube, but for the maximum experience, try watching it in HD on Apple.com. The film hits theaters on March 5, 2010, and the studio has carefully revealed information relating to the film using social media sites like Facebook and Flickr.
