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Walt Disney

Date of Death: December 15, 1966 (65)

Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Musical

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is Coming To MCCC's Kelsey Theatre in November

Experience the enchanting tale of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Kelsey Theatre, presented by Maurer Productions OnStage. Follow Belle and the Beast in this beloved Disney musical adaptation. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Disney Makes 10-Year Deal with The Recording Academy; Will Air GRAMMYS Beginning in 2027

Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Dana Walden and The Recording Academy® CEO Harvey Mason Jr. has announced an unprecedented new 10-year global deal for “The GRAMMYS®” to be exclusively simulcast on ABC, Hulu and Disney+ beginning in 2027 — making The Walt Disney Company the first new home for Music’s Biggest Night® in 50 years.
Video: Rachel Potter Reprises THE ADDAMS FAMILY Role For 'Pulled' Performance

Broadway's former Wednesday Addams, Rachel Potter, is revisiting her role in an all new video, featuring the song 'Pulled' from The Addams Family the Musical! Watch the video here!
Playwrights Horizons Renames Mainstage 'The Judith O. Rubin Theater' After Longtime Board Chair

Playwrights Horizons  has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
MOANA 2 Becomes Best First-Day Animated Ticket Pre-Seller of 2024

Fandango, the online movie ticketing service, has announced that Moana 2 is the best first-day ticket pre-seller for an animated film released in 2024 surpassing Inside Out 2, Despicable Me 4, and Kung Fu Panda 4.
The El Capitan Theatre to Host Special MOANA 2 Screenings

Moana and Maui return to the big screen in Disney’s newest adventure, “Moana 2” at the El Capitan Theatre November 27 through December 15. Before the movie, guests can see Moana on stage and take photos with our Moana and Maui statue photo ops. Guests can also be among the first to see the film with early screenings.
Video: Tony-Winner Leslie Odom, Jr. Performs the National Anthem At the World Series Game 3

Acclaimed performer Leslie Odom, Jr. brought his Tony and Grammy Award-winning vocal stylings to tonight's World Series match up between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers. atch the video to watch the Tony-winning original star of Hamilton wow the crowd with his rendition of the national anthem.  
World-Renowned Pianist Emanuel Ax Returns To Soka Performing Arts Center

Soka Performing Arts Center will welcome back world-renowned piano virtuoso Emanuel Ax for an extraordinary evening of music.
Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan to Return as Executive Producers of the 97th Oscars

Live television event producer Raj Kapoor returns as executive producer and showrunner, Katy Mullan as executive producer, and Hamish Hamilton as director of the 97th Oscars. “The Oscars” will air live on ABC and broadcast outlets worldwide on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, with the official live red carpet show airing at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.
Video: MOANA 2 Promo Teases New Songs; Tickets On Sale Now

Moana 2 tickets are now on sale! To commemorate the occasion, Disney has released a new promo video featuring Cabaret's Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and songwriters Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear. Watch the video!
Photos/Video: MARY POPPINS UK Tour in Rehearsal

All new rehearsal photos and video have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, ahead of its opening at the Bristol Hippodrome from 4 November 2024. Check out the photos and video here!
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts Reveals 2024/2025 Lineup of Concerts and Special Events

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced another selection of iconic shows and curated special events during its 2024/2025 season!  From Broadway legends BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL and DAVIS GAINES, to country superstars PAM TILLIS & LORRIE MORGAN, this is going to be a Fall, Winter, and Spring to remember!  
Disney+ Originals Coming to 4K UHD Blu-ray Including HAWKEYE, AHSOKA, & More

The Walt Disney Company has revealed that four all-new collector’s editions of popular Disney+ Original series from Lucasfilm and Marvel Studios will be available on 4K UHD on December 3. The titles include Star Wars: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Hawkeye, and Loki.
Anna Lapwood Will Premiere Max Richter Organ Commission At Royal Albert Hall Headline Show

Classical music sensation Anna Lapwood will premiere a new organ commission written for her by post-minimalist superstar Max Richter when she headlines the Royal Albert Hall in May.
Jason Isbell To Bring 2025 Solo Tour To Providence Performing Arts Center

Jason Isbell jas announced a 2025 solo tour including the Providence Performing Arts Center.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Star Rachel Potter To Release New Cover of 'Pulled' for Halloween

Broadway's former Wednesday Addams, Rachel Potter, will revisit the role in a new single, dropping October 30. Get a first look at her cover of the Wednesday Addams anthem, 'Pulled' from The Addams Family the Musical and the accompanying video below.
Jason Isbell Details Solo Tour Kicking Off in February 2025

Jason Isbell, GRAMMY-Award winning musician and founder of Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, has announced a special run of solo shows kicking off on February 15th, 2025. The tour will make stops at iconic theaters in Chicago, New York City, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and a four night stint at The Pinnacle in Nashville before concluding in Atlanta.
Immersive Theatrical Horror Experience Based On INSIDIOUS To Tour 80+ North American Cities In 2025

Experience the thrill of INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR, a live theatrical horror show based on the popular film franchise, touring over 80 North American cities starting January 2025. Tickets available October 25th. Learn more about the experience!
Martin Chalifour Will Retire From The Los Angeles Philharmonic After 2024/2025 Seaso

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has announced that Principal Concertmaster and Marjorie Connel Wilson Chair Martin Chalifour will retire from the orchestra at the end of the 2024/25 season.
Video: MOANA 2 Promo Teases Mysterious New Villain Matangi

Disney has dropped a new promo video for Moana 2 which shines a spotlight on Matangi, one of the main villains of the upcoming movie. Matangi, voiced by Awhimai Fraser, has been described as a 'mysterious new character,' who has a past with Dwayne Johnson's Maui. Watch the video now!

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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