Do you want to know about what is currently happening at the Disney Company? In this feed you will find current Disney News about everything dealing with Walt Disney World and The Disney Company. http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNews.asp en-us info@magicalmountain.net (Magical Mountain Editor) info@magicalmountain.net (Magical Mountain Webmaster) © 2009 Magical Mountain, LLC Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:45 EST 320 http://www.magicalmountain.net/images/MMNewsLogo.jpg http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNews.asp http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2267 Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and the Disneyland Resort in California have recently made efforts to prevent the spread of Swine flu through in their parks. Disney has installed dozens of hand sanitizer dispensers around its parks in both... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:41 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2267 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2266 Although he had appeared in the animated short Plane Crazy six months earlier, November 18, 1928 is widely recognized as Mickey Mouse's birthday as it was the day that Steamboat Willie-the first Mickey Mouse cartoon with synchronized sound-was releas... Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:58 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2266 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2265 After a four-week hiatus, the Magical Definition Disney show is back on the air; and on this week's show, Nathan Rose and Jim Hill discuss the controversy surrounding Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members and the sense of "false entitlement. ... Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:04 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2265 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2264 We're here to talk to Mr. Fredricksen's dog, Dug. Dug: Hi there! I just met you. You are nice, I like you! Do you have peanut butter? No, sorry. I don't have any right now. Dug: I am on a mission to find some. It is my favori... Mon, 9 Nov 2009 21:16 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2264 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2263 One could say "A Christmas Carol" has been portrayed in as many variations as there have been years, since Charles Dickens first introduced the world to Ebenezer Scrooge. With each new technological cinematic advance, came a predictably new... Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:41 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2263 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2262 CELEBRATION, Fla. (Oct. 29, 2009) - A first-of-its kind water coaster that sends guests racing above the upper decks of the ship. An animated turtle that engages children in conversation about life in the ocean. A sophisticated lounge where the s... Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:44 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2262 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2261 CONCERTS December 12 th - String Circle Quartet 4:00pm, Special Exhibition Hall, 122 Riley Avenue tickets available online at www.waltdisney.org Concerts in our Special Exhibition Hall continue to shine light on composers of... Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:53 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2261 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2260 Burbank, CA ( October, 2009) - For the first time on television, ABC Family will air a two-hour presentation of Walt Disney Pictures Presents "Pixar Short Films," featuring twenty animated Pixar shorts, as part of the network's annual 2... Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:36 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2260 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2259 Celebrating the World Premiere of the Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure movie under the Secretary-General's Creative Community Outreach Initiative (CCOI), and promoting environmental awareness in the lead-up to the upcoming Copenhagen conference on... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:16 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2259 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2256 Have you been counting down to this exciting race announcement! We wanted you to be the first to know that there is an exciting new race at the Walt Disney World Resort! On October 2, 2010 the Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Maratho... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:59 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2256 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2255 November 2009 Events Calendar FILM Film of the Month: Sleeping Beauty Sleeping Beauty runs until November 20th 12:30pm, 3:30pm, 6:30pm, Theater tickets available online at www.waltdisney.com The classic... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:46 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2255 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2254 This past October, 14, 2009 Wednesday, Walt Disney World opened up a new attraction in Epcot called "Sum of All Thrills". The new attraction, which is located in the Innoventions Pavilion, is a roller coaster simulator ride. Each gue... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:19 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2254 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2253 On this week's show Nathan Rose and Jim Hill explore the recent changes happening at the Disneyland Resort, how it affects the current culture at Disney's west coast theme park, what changes to expect, and much more. Question? Comment? Email the MD... Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:48 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2253 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2252 According to the New York Times, The Walt Disney Company has announced that they will begin to reinvent their retail stores, using a high-tech "Imagination Park" concept. The company will be getting the assistance of Steve Jobs, th... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:27 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2252 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2251 13 October 2009, LONDON: Do you think your town is the most magical place to live? Does it have a touch of sparkle that makes it stand out from a crowd? Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, the place where dreams come true, is searching for a UK tow... Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:39 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2251 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2250 D23 has recently announced to its members a calendar of events for both the International Food and Wine Festival and the Holiday Season. At the Festival, D23 members can take advantage of exclusive wine tastings or a private cooking class, ... Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:09 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2250 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2249 On this week's show, Nathan Rose and Jim Hill explore The "New" Disney...the Disney that is represented by Rich Ross, who is replacing Dick Cook, signing the deal to acquire Marvel, as well as runs shows like "The Secret Life of the Am... Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:42 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2249 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2248 Disney has announced that they will be giving guests to their theme parks a chance to get free tickets to see the upcoming animated film, " Princess and the Frog ". From now through November 22, 2009, guests at the Walt Disney World ... Fri, 9 Oct 2009 10:40 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2248 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2247 Disney.com is celebrating in spooky fashion this Fall with the new "Haunted Holidays" promotion offering exclusive videos, games and activities. The special destination on Disney.com ( www.disney.com/HauntedHolidays ) will be updated w... Fri, 9 Oct 2009 10:13 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2247 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2246 LAKE BUENA VISTA , Fla. - October, 2009 - It's no trick. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is offering rooms at $129 per night for Halloween weekend. Whether visitors are looking to celebrate at Mickey's Not... Fri, 9 Oct 2009 08:48 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2246 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2245 "The seven dwarfs, we knew, were "naturals' for the medium of our pictures. In them we could instill boundless humor, not only as to their physical appearances, but in their mannerisms, personalities, voices and actions." - Walt Di... Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:40 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2245 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2244 According to the L.A. Times, The Walt Disney Co.has decided to drastically cut back on jobs at the their Miramax Films company. included in the cut backs, are the amount of film to be released by the company each year. 70% of the jobs at Miramax ... Mon, 5 Oct 2009 17:23 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2244 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2243 Nathan Rose and Jim Hill are back this week discussing the shakeup happening at the Walt Disney Studios, and the future of the famous division of the Disney Company. Question? Comment? Email the MDP crew at podcast@magicaldefinition.com Fo... Mon, 5 Oct 2009 08:56 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2243 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2242 Dick Cook, chairman of the Walt Disney Studios, has stepped down from his position with the company. His resignation takes effect immediately. The announcement came late Friday afternoon. In a statement released by the studio Cook stated, ".... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:09 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2242 http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2241 Disney D23's first Expo took place in Anaheim, California on September 10-14, 2009 with huge fanfare and success. But for all the thousands of Disney fans not in attendance, what was it like? What amazing information did the Disney company display an... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:02 EST http://www.magicalmountain.net/WDWNewsDetail.asp?NewsID=2241