Disneyland has removed its tribute to legendary songwriters Richard and Robert Sherman from the Main Street Cinema, bringing the exhibit’s roughly 13-month run to an end.
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Universal Scores Major Talent From Disney as Former Imagineer Becomes Creative Director
Christopher Merritt, a veteran designer and former Walt Disney Imagineer, has been appointed Creative Director at Universal Creative.
The Most Vital Part of ANY Theme Park Maintenance Program Is The Word “Maintain” an Editorial by LW Ghost
The other day, I was watching a wonderful interview with Bob Gurr. For those of you who don’t know him, he’s one of the Disney Legends whose chief role in the making of the parks was transport and ride vehicles—he invented the PeopleMover, the OmniMover/DoomBuggies, and a host of other Disney Imagineering innovations.
Disney’s Pirate Tavern Opening – Will The Beak and Barrel Sink Magic Kingdom Family Fun?
Walt Disney World has announced that The Beak and Barrel, a Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern is set to open in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland on August 29, 2025.
This isn’t just another themed eatery—it’s a dedicated pub emphasizing cocktails, beers, and wines, marking a significant escalation in the park’s long-evolving relationship with alcohol. Once envisioned by Walt Disney as a wholesome, booze-free haven for families, Disneyland and the subsequent Magic Kingdom park constructed after Walt passed away maintained a strict no-alcohol policy.
Walt Disney World and Disneyland Debut Tons of Haunted Mansion Merch for Halloween 2025
Disney Parks are preparing for the Halloween Season. Take a look at the merchandise options from the following press release. Who knows? Maybe there's a Haunted Mansion collectible you just have to own! The spook-tacular season is about to begin at Disney World...
Disneyland Abu Dhabi Will be a Disney-Branded Park, But Not a Disney-Operated One
The announcement of Disneyland Abu Dhabi marked a major development in the global theme park industry. It also raised important questions about Disney’s role in the project.
Domain Registrations Offer Clues to the Name of Upcoming Abu Dhabi Disney Theme Park
The world of theme parks has been buzzing since Disney’s recent announcement of a major new resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. While details remain scarce, intriguing hints about the park’s official name have emerged from domain name registrations and official statements. This insight comes from in-depth reporting by Caroline Reid in Forbes, a leading voice in theme park and entertainment journalism who delved into the project’s nuances, including its potential scale and partnerships.
Bob Iger Seemingly Confirms Disneyland Resort Has Overtaken Walt Disney World
During Disneyland Resort’s 70th-anniversary celebration on July 17, 2025, Disney CEO Bob Iger stated that the entire resort now attracts “almost 30 million” visitors annually, a figure that would put the West Coast park above Walt Disney World for the first time ever.
New Verse by Richard Sherman Debuts in “It’s a Small World” Finale for Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Disney Parks just introduced a new verse in the finale of the beloved attraction “It’s a Small World.” The verse, penned by the late Richard M. Sherman, debuted at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World on July 17, 2025—marking Disneyland’s 70th anniversary and coinciding with celebratory events at Magic Kingdom.
Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic Figure Breaks Down During Disneyland Debut as Robotic Company Founder Glitches
On July 17, 2025—exactly 70 years after the chaotic opening of Disneyland—the Walt Disney Company’s latest tribute to its founder faced its own series of mishaps. The controversial new show, Walt Disney – A Magical Life, featuring a cutting-edge audio-animatronic figure of Walt Disney himself, experienced multiple technical failures on its debut day.
Walt Disney Animatronic Causes Family to Weep, Ask Bob Iger Not to Go Forward with Disneyland’s New Attraction
The Walt Disney animatronic made his family weep in agony at its awful appearance and ask Disney CEO, Bob Iger, to stop it from appearing. Now that the general public knows what it looks and sounds like, we understand. Disneyland’s highly anticipated new attraction,...
Protesters Disrupt Vice President Vance and Family’s Disneyland Vacation; Disney Ramps Up Security
Vice President J.D. Vance’s family visit to Disneyland over the weekend sparked protests and a significant increase in security measures at the Anaheim resort. Vance, his wife Usha, and their three children, ages 8 years old and younger were enjoying a private family getaway at Disneyland when demonstrators gathered outside the park and the adjacent Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
Disneyland’s “Talking Walt” Figurine Now Launching July 17
The Disney Store has delayed the online release of its Walt Disney “talking” figurine, inspired by the upcoming Walt Disney – A Magical Life audio‑animatronic show at Disneyland.