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Thomas O. Staggs Named Chief Operating Officer of The Walt Disney Company
by Caryn Robbins - February 05, 2015

Thomas O. Staggs has been named Chief Operating Officer of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), it was announced today by Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer....


Skip the Coasters- Watch a Theme Park Performance Roundup!
by BWW Special Coverage - August 11, 2014

Over the weekend, two dozen thrill-seekers got more than they bargained for at Six Flags. Twenty four guests were trapped for five hours at 75 feet above the ground on the Joker's Jinx roller coaster in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Though all of the guests made it to solid ground physically unscathed, ...


Disney Begins Production on Animated Series Inspired by THE LION KING
by Caryn Robbins - June 10, 2014

An all-new animated series and TV movie based on the hit Disney animated film and long-running Broadway musical THE LION KING are in the works at Disney Channel and Disney Junior networks....


BUCKLE UP, MY BUDDY BERT! At Minneapolis' Children's Theatre Company Opens 9/12
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2009

It's Bert and Ernie as you've never seen them before. Inspired by Sesame Street's iconic characters, the World Premiere of 'Bert & Ernie, Goodnight!' will feature the fan-favorite duo of Reed Sigmund and Bradley Greenwald - the stars of Children's Theatre Company's (CTC) 'A Year With Frog & Toad' - ...


Garden Theatre Presents DOUBT, Now thru 2/22
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2015

The Garden Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama Doubt, A Parable, showing tonight, February 6 - 22, 2015 at the Garden Theatre (160 West Plant St, Winter Garden). Doubt, A Parable is produced by Beth Marshall Presents and is sponsored by Insight Credit Union and The W...


WHEEL OF FORTUNE, Disney Make Magic Memories for Contestants & Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - January 15, 2013

It's 'Disney Time' at WHEEL OF FORTUNE as the fun of America's Favorite Game Show and the magic of Disney come together in the game show's 30th season for a fully-integrated multiplatform collaboration including a week of shows and a sweepstakes for at-home viewers....


BWW Interview: 'The Music of Whitney Houston' Comes To Life With Rashidra Scott
by Joseph OHern - January 21, 2015

From an early age, Rashidra Scott was known as the little girl with the big voice. “She's the reason why I'm singing,” Rashidra said of Whitney Houston. After already receiving glowing reviews from her performances with the St. Louis Symphony and the Mobile Symphony Orchestra, Rashidra makes her ...


DVR Alert: Audra McDonald to Chat 'Beauty and the Beast' on ABC's THE VIEW
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017

On Today, March 8th, the show will welcome six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, who will discuss her role as Garderobe, 'the wardrobe' in Disney's live-action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. AudraEqualityMc...


PANDORA-THE WORLD OF AVATAR Inspired by the Hit Movie is Captivating at WDW
by Marina Kennedy - May 30, 2017

James Cameron's Oscar-winning hit movie, Avatar has a stunning attraction at Walt Disney World (WDW) inspired by the awe-inspiring tale. PANDORA-THE WORLD OF AVATAR is now open in Disney's Animal Kingdom....


LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL to Air from Disney World, 2/18-21
by Tyler Peterson - January 22, 2013

Hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan announced today that top morning talk show 'LIVE with Kelly and Michael' will travel to sunny Florida for four shows originating from Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, airing February 18-21, 2013....


HGTV Kicks Off Season 2 of MY YARD GOES DISNEY Tonight, 6/1
by TV News Desk - June 01, 2012

My Yard Goes Disney, the HGTV show that brought the coolest parts of Disney theme parks to backyards with miniature teacup rides, African safaris and Pirate-themed pools returns for its second season tonight, June 1, at 8 pm ET/PT. HGTV and Disney Parks will team up once again to surprise lucky fami...


Local Stars to Shine in Glittering SISTER ACT at The Wick
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016

The Wick Theatre will have audiences jumping for joy with their second show of the season, Sister Act....


Garden Theatre to Present DOUBT, 2/6-22
by Tyler Peterson - January 15, 2015

The Garden Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama Doubt, A Parable, showing February 6 - 22, 2015 at the Garden Theatre (160 West Plant St, Winter Garden). Doubt, A Parable is produced by Beth Marshall Presents and is sponsored by Insight Credit Union and The West Orang...


Residence Inn Orlando Offering 'Walt Disney World Dollar Hotel Deals'
by Robert Diamond - June 20, 2013

While Monopoly money won't get a person very far, Disney Dollars can replace the real thing within Disney theme parks and stores. With the Walt Disney World Dollar hotel deal, available at the Residence Inn Orlando Lake Buena Vista, guests have the chance to go on a little spending spree, courtesy o...


HGTV Teams With Disney Parks For 'My Yard Goes Disney,' Premieres 6/6
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2011

Homeowners who want a license to create over-the-top backyards worthy of a theme park will get it with HGTV's new weekly series My Yard Goes Disney, premiering on Monday, June 6, at 8 p.m. ET/PT. During the six-episode series, hosted by R. Brandon Johnson, HGTV and Disney Parks will team up to surpr...


Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Announces Dates for Fourth Annual Food & Wine Classic
by Robert Diamond - April 10, 2013

Culinary artistry, fine wine and celebrity chef meet-and-greets will once again highlight the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. The event, back for its fourth year, will be held on Oct. 18 - 19, 2013 at the Epcot Resort Area hotel....


Take Me Fishing'' Hooks Walt Disney World Resort Guests On Fishing And Boating
by Robert Diamond - April 08, 2014

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 8, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ In today's age where getting kids outside to exercise and enjoy nature can be more challenging than ever, Take Me Fishing and Walt Disney World Resort are making it easier for families to connect with the outdoors through fishing and boating. B...


Stay Longer for Less With Up to Three Free Nights at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels With Southwest Airlines Vacations
by Robert Diamond - October 15, 2013

ORLANDO, FL - Southwest Airlines Vacations is offering up to three free nights at select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels when booking a Southwest Vacations package....


KNUFFLE BUNNY Musical with Stephanie D'Abruzzo Ends Run at Kennedy Center, 5/23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2010

KNUFFLE BUNNY: A CAUTIONARY MUSICAL will end its world premiere run at the Kennedy Center May 23rd. The production will star Broadway veteran Stephanie D'Abruzzo as Trixie. The musical is based on the book 'Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale.' The play has book and lyrics by Mo Willems and features mu...


HGTV Presents Season 2 of MY YARD GOES DISNEY, 6/1
by TV News Desk - May 30, 2012

My Yard Goes Disney, the HGTV show that brought the coolest parts of Disney theme parks to backyards with miniature teacup rides, African safaris and Pirate-themed pools returns for its second season on Friday, June 1, at 8 pm ET/PT. HGTV and Disney Parks will team up once again to surprise lucky fa...


Central Florida Favorites Unite for Squeaky Wheel's First Progressive Cabaret, 'A Journey Through LOVE'
by Matt Tamanini - April 13, 2015

On Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd four of Orlando's best performers will unite for 'A Journey Through LOVE: A Progressive Cabaret.' Produced by the Squeaky Wheel Theatre Project and hosted by Master Class Academy, this first of its kind cabaret experience will feature three different cabaret ...


DVR Alert: Audra McDonald to Chat 'Beauty and the Beast' on ABC's THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - March 02, 2017

On Wednesday, March 8th, the show will welcome six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, who will discuss her role as Garderobe, 'the wardrobe' in Disney's live-action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. AudraEqualityMc...


Hurray! Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort is Now Open
by Robert Diamond - August 04, 2014

Next to a pristine lake in the Florida woodlands, the new Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort combinessignature Four Seasons service, exceptional amenities and one-of-a-kind experiences in a truly incredible resort setting. Everything is here luxurious guest rooms, world class di...


Michelle Knight, Andrea Canny and More Cast in DISENCHANTED! at Orlando Fringe, 9/19
by Christina Mancuso - August 07, 2013

Casting has been announced for the return of the Orlando Fringe Festival hit musical DISENCHANTED!, playing at The Abbey in downtown Orlando September 19 through October 27....


Freeform Reveals Couples to Be Featured on DISNEY'S FAIRY TALE WEDDINGS Special
by Caryn Robbins - April 18, 2017

“The Bachelor” alumni Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell take you behind the scenes of some truly fabulous weddings in Freeform's DISNEY'S FAIRY TALE WEDDINGS special, airing on SUNDAY, MAY 7, at 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. EDT. To get a sneak-peek look, click  here....






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