Walt Disney
Date of Death: December 15, 1966 (65)
Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA
Latest News on Walt Disney:
Handel's GIULIO CESARE Announced At Hudson Hall This Spring (Nov 20, 2024)
Video: Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro to Host Disney Holiday Special with Performances from Broadway Stars (Nov 20, 2024)
Viola Davis to Receive the 2025 Cecil B. DeMille Award (Nov 20, 2024)
Handel's GIULIO CESARE Announced At Hudson Hall This Spring (Nov 20, 2024)
Video: Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro to Host Disney Holiday Special with Performances from Broadway Stars (Nov 20, 2024)
Viola Davis to Receive the 2025 Cecil B. DeMille Award (Nov 20, 2024)
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Ana Isabelle, Paloma Garcia-Lee, Casting Director Cindy Tolan, David Alvarez, Ariana DeBose, Choreographer Justin Peck, Ansel Elgort, Cinematographer Janusz Kaminski, Rita Moreno, Choreographer Patricia Delgado, Director Steven Spielberg, Rachel Zegler, Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Chapek, Mike Faist, Josh Andrés Rivera, Walt Disney Company Executive Chairman Bob Iger, Maddie Ziegler, Disney Studios Content Chairman Alan Bergman, Producer Kristie Macosko Krieger, Disney Studios Content CCO Alan Horn and Producer Kevin McCollum
Date:
12/08/2021
From: Photos: On the Red Carpet at the Los Angeles Premiere of WEST SIDE STORY
Josh Gad, Michael Schur, Jackie Tohn, Co-Chairman and Chief Creative Officer of The Walt Disney Studios Alan Horn, President and Founder, Hollywood Museum, Donelle Dadigan, Kristen Bell and President and CEO, Hollywood Hotel, Jeff Zarrinnam, Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, President/CEO Rana Ghadban, Idina Menzel and Mayor of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti
Date:
11/19/2019
From: Photo Flash: See Photos from Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell's Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony
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NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 13: An orchestra performs at the New York special screening of Disney's live-action adaptation "Beauty and the Beast" at Alice Tully Hall on March 13, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Walt Disney Stud
Date:
03/14/2017
From: Photo Flash: Josh Groban, Bernadette Peters & More Attend BEAUTY AND THE BEAST NY Premiere
LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 02: (L-R top) Co-Screenwriter Stephen Chbosky, Co-producer Greg Yolen, Producer Todd Lieberman, Producer David Hoberman, actors Luke Evans, Josh Gad, Walt Disney Studios President Alan Bergman, President of Walt Disney Studios Mot
Date:
03/03/2017
From: Photo Flash: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Cast Hit Red Carpet for World Premiere
LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 02: (L-R top) Co-Screenwriter Stephen Chbosky, Co-producer Greg Yolen, Producer Todd Lieberman, Producer David Hoberman, actors Luke Evans, Josh Gad, Walt Disney Studios President Alan Bergman, President of Walt Disney Studios Mot
Date:
03/03/2017
From: Photo Flash: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Cast Hit Red Carpet for World Premiere
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, The Lion King
Videos
Video: Jodi Benson and Daughter Delaney Benson Sing 'For A Moment' from THE LITTLE MERMAID 2
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024
Video: Meghan Trainor Sings 'Feed the Birds' from MARY POPPINS at D23
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 11, 2024
Video: Disney on Broadway Medley at D23, Featuring ALADDIN, HERCULES, FROZEN, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024
Video: Country Bear Musical Jamboree Previews New Show at Disney World Featuring Broadway Favorites
by Joshua Wright - Jul 10, 2024
Video: Idina Menzel and James Marsden Sing Cut Song From ENCHANTED Film
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024
Video: Go Behind the Scenes with the Cast of the ALADDIN 10th Anniversary Concert
by Blair Ingenthron - May 19, 2024
Video: Disney+ Releases New Trailer & Poster For Upcoming STAR WARS Series THE ACOLYTE
by Blair Ingenthron - May 4, 2024
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
Video: Director and Choreographer Casey Nicholaw Talks Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024
Video: Video Designer George Reeve Talks Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 14, 2024
Video: Go Inside Opening Night of Casey Nicholaw-Helmed HERCULES in Hamburg
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 25, 2024
News
Handel's GIULIO CESARE Announced At Hudson Hall This Spring
Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus for six performances of Handel's baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE at Hudson Hall from April 19-May 2, 2025.
Opera director and Hudson resident R.B. Schlather reunites with early music band Ruckus for six performances of Handel's baroque blockbuster GIULIO CESARE at Hudson Hall from April 19-May 2, 2025.
Video: Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro to Host Disney Holiday Special with Performances from Broadway Stars
Hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, ‘‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular’’ returns with performances by Auliʻi Cravalho, Anika Noni Rose, Elton John, Leslie Odom Jr. and more. Watch a sneak peek now!
Hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, ‘‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular’’ returns with performances by Auliʻi Cravalho, Anika Noni Rose, Elton John, Leslie Odom Jr. and more. Watch a sneak peek now!
Viola Davis to Receive the 2025 Cecil B. DeMille Award
The Golden Globes® has announced that actress, producer and Golden Globe winner Viola Davis has been named the Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree for 2025.
The Golden Globes® has announced that actress, producer and Golden Globe winner Viola Davis has been named the Cecil B. DeMille Award honoree for 2025.
Society Of Composers & Lyricists To Present Awards To Giorgio Moroder, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, and More
The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
The Society of Composers & Lyricists announced Giorgio Moroder will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Jeff Beal to receive SCL Ambassador Awards.
The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Cynthia Erivo, Two Movies For 2025 Blossom Music Festival
The Cleveland Orchestra has announced three highlights of its 2025 Blossom Music Festival: An Evening with Cynthia Erivo, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and Disney's The Lion King
The Cleveland Orchestra has announced three highlights of its 2025 Blossom Music Festival: An Evening with Cynthia Erivo, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and Disney's The Lion King
Mezzo-Soprano Samantha Hankey to Perform With Pianist Myra Huang In Recital at Vocal Arts DC
Mezzo-soprano Samantha Hankey and pianist Myra Huang will perform at The Kennedy Center Terrace Theater in January, presented by Vocal Arts DC. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Mezzo-soprano Samantha Hankey and pianist Myra Huang will perform at The Kennedy Center Terrace Theater in January, presented by Vocal Arts DC. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
WICKED Movie Now Tracking for $125M-$150M Million Opening
With only a few days away from Wicked's official theatrical opening, updated box office numbers have just been revealed. The film is looking to bring in somewhere between a whopping $125-$150 million, a number significantly up from a previous report less than a month ago.
With only a few days away from Wicked's official theatrical opening, updated box office numbers have just been revealed. The film is looking to bring in somewhere between a whopping $125-$150 million, a number significantly up from a previous report less than a month ago.
The El Capitan Theatre to Host Special Screenings of MUFASA: THE LION KING
Experience the epic story of how an orphan became a king in Disney’s newest adventure, “Mufasa: The Lion King” at the El Capitan Theatre December 20 through January 5 in Dolby Vision 3D.
Experience the epic story of how an orphan became a king in Disney’s newest adventure, “Mufasa: The Lion King” at the El Capitan Theatre December 20 through January 5 in Dolby Vision 3D.
Video: Auli’i Cravalho Teases MOANA Live-Action Remake on THE VIEW
Auli’i Cravalho visited The View to discuss reprising her role of Moana in Disney's new sequel, the forthcoming live-action remake, and the themes of Cabaret. Watch the full interview now!
Auli’i Cravalho visited The View to discuss reprising her role of Moana in Disney's new sequel, the forthcoming live-action remake, and the themes of Cabaret. Watch the full interview now!
Rufus Wainwright's 'Dream Requiem' Recording to Be Released in 2025
Rufus Wainwright's latest work, Dream Requiem, received its world premiere in Paris this year with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France and with Meryl Streep as the narrator. On January 17th 2025, Warner Classics will release the live recording.
Rufus Wainwright's latest work, Dream Requiem, received its world premiere in Paris this year with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France and with Meryl Streep as the narrator. On January 17th 2025, Warner Classics will release the live recording.
Disney Debuts AN ALMOST CHRISTMAS STORY Holiday Songs by John C. Reilly
Walt Disney Records has released two original holiday songs featured in “An Almost Christmas Story,” performed by Academy®, GRAMMY® and Tony® Award nominee John C. Reilly. Listen to them here!
Walt Disney Records has released two original holiday songs featured in “An Almost Christmas Story,” performed by Academy®, GRAMMY® and Tony® Award nominee John C. Reilly. Listen to them here!
Jennifer Hudson Shares Holiday Bonus Track 'Let There Be Joy'
History’s youngest female EGOT-winner Jennifer Hudson delivers the perfect Holiday gift with “Let There Be Joy” the exclusive bonus track off her latest album, The Gift of Love. Listen to the track now!
History’s youngest female EGOT-winner Jennifer Hudson delivers the perfect Holiday gift with “Let There Be Joy” the exclusive bonus track off her latest album, The Gift of Love. Listen to the track now!
Photos: MARY POPPINS UK And Ireland Tour Starring Stefanie Jones, Jack Chambers, and More
Production photod have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, currently playing at the Bristol Hippodrome where the magic originally began and marking the 20th anniversary since the musical’s world premiere.
Production photod have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, currently playing at the Bristol Hippodrome where the magic originally began and marking the 20th anniversary since the musical’s world premiere.
Cast Set For THE MAIDS at Jermyn Street Theatre
Jermyn Street Theatre and Reading Rep Theatre announced the casting of Martin Kemp's glittering translation of Jean Genet's classic masterpiece The Maids.
Jermyn Street Theatre and Reading Rep Theatre announced the casting of Martin Kemp's glittering translation of Jean Genet's classic masterpiece The Maids.
Video: Auliʻi Cravalho Shares Favorite Song from MOANA 2
Auliʻi Cravalho stopped by Good Morning America on Wednesday to discuss Disney's long-awaited Moana sequel. During the interview, the performer shared what it was like to return to the role and teased some of her favorite music from the film. Watch the interview now!
Auliʻi Cravalho stopped by Good Morning America on Wednesday to discuss Disney's long-awaited Moana sequel. During the interview, the performer shared what it was like to return to the role and teased some of her favorite music from the film. Watch the interview now!
Review: RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at The Community Players
The Community Players welcomes autumn and kicks off its 103rd season with a lively, stylish production of “Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella,” an updated musical adaptation of the beloved, quintessential rags-to-riches fairy tale about a young woman's transformation from indentured servant to elegant princess.
The Community Players welcomes autumn and kicks off its 103rd season with a lively, stylish production of “Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella,” an updated musical adaptation of the beloved, quintessential rags-to-riches fairy tale about a young woman's transformation from indentured servant to elegant princess.
Video: Disney Unveils Holiday Short Directed by Taika Waititi
Disney is using the power of its timeless original storytelling to inspire joy and wonder this holiday season, with an all-new short in collaboration with Academy Award® winner Taika Waititi. Watch it now!
Disney is using the power of its timeless original storytelling to inspire joy and wonder this holiday season, with an all-new short in collaboration with Academy Award® winner Taika Waititi. Watch it now!
Video: Dwayne Johnson Previews New MOANA 2 Song
Dwayne Johnson, who reprises his role of Maui in Moana 2, visited Good Morning American on Monday to discuss the film. During the interview, he also shared a bit about the new song he sings in the movie, 'Can I Get A Chee Hoo?' Watch the interview now!
Dwayne Johnson, who reprises his role of Maui in Moana 2, visited Good Morning American on Monday to discuss the film. During the interview, he also shared a bit about the new song he sings in the movie, 'Can I Get A Chee Hoo?' Watch the interview now!
MARY POPPINS Announced At The 5th Avenue Theatre
Grab your umbrellas and get ready for a spoonful of sugar - the timeless classic Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins flies onto The 5th Avenue Theatre stage from November 22 - December 26, 2024.
Grab your umbrellas and get ready for a spoonful of sugar - the timeless classic Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins flies onto The 5th Avenue Theatre stage from November 22 - December 26, 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 8, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Walt Disney written?
Walt Disney has written 1 shows including Mary Poppins (Source Material).
What awards has Walt Disney been nominated for?
Walt Disney's musical, The Lion King, has been nominated for the Best Musical category at the Tony Awards.
What awards has Walt Disney won?
Walt Disney's musical "The Lion King" has won the prestigious Tony Award for Best Musical. This award recognizes the outstanding achievement of the production in the Broadway industry. The Lion King has received critical acclaim and has been widely recognized for its exceptional storytelling, music, and stagecraft. It is considered one of Disney's most successful and beloved stage adaptations, garnering numerous accolades and nominations throughout its run.
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