The Doctor Disney Weekly Wrap-Up has arrived, and talk about a lot going on this week. “Frozen Summer Fun” was extended, the Haunted Mansion is getting a refurb, the dates for the Osborne Lights were revealed, and so much more.
Don’t let me keep you from all that Doctor Disney has brought forth this week. Get it all right here in the wrap-up.
Dates For Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Announced by Disney
It wasn’t until late September last year that Disney officially announced the dates for the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. Now, the rumors of the lights disappearing from Disney’s Hollywood Studios– at least for this year – can go away.
The Osborne Lights are indeed coming back, and for almost two full months.
Haunted Mansion Closing For Refurbishment In Late 2014
With news just revealed of the Haunted Mansion gift shop’s opening pushed back; guests coming to the Magic Kingdom in December won’t be very happy. The Haunted Mansion itself is going to be under refurbishment as well and closed for close to three weeks.
Disney Announces Plans For ‘Expanded’ Star Wars Presences In Parks…Somewhat
The Walt Disney Company had its Q3 2014 conference call on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014, and released a lot of information on sales results, earnings, losses, and other such information. Not a whole lot of new stuff was revealed, but there was talk about “Star Wars” and that something is on the horizon.
Haunted Mansion Gift Shop Opening Pushed Back Three Months
For those anxiously awaiting the opening of the Haunted Mansion gift shop this fall…you’re going to have to wait a bit longer. It appears as if the refurbishment work being done to The Yankee Trader is a lot more extensive than originally believed.
Exclusive Update On Possible ‘Frozen’ Attraction at Walt Disney World – Work Is In Progress
The news and rumors on a possible “Frozen” attraction coming to Walt Disney World have been rampant in the last couple of months, and there’s always new information coming out. Now, it appears as if we have a pretty solid lead on what is to come.
Move It, Shake It, Celebrate It! Has Limited Performances Next Week
A couple of weeks ago, it was revealed that Move It, Shake It, Celebrate It! Street Party was going to undergo a change this fall. That means there are not a huge amount of days left to catch it, but now there are even less performances as it will have limited runs next week.
New Haunted Mansion Merchandise Gets A Closer Look
The new Haunted Mansion merchandise coming to Disney Parks truly can’t come soon enough, but at least Disney is doing their share of keeping us happy beforehand. Steven Miller at theDisney Parks Blog brought yet another sneak peek of what’s to come, and it’s awesome.
Disney Home Entertainment – August 2014 Update Part One: DisneyNature Bears
Hope everyone is enjoying their summer with plenty of Disney Entertainment at home. If not we have the cure! Today’s Doctor Disney Home Entertainment update has so much content that we have to break it in half! The month of August brings with it a number of exciting updates including the release of two new films as well as the re-release of 5 Disney classics and lastly the extras from Disney Movies Anywhere starting with the summer fun of Pixar Sizzling Summer Secrets countdown as well as a new shorts series. To properly share all of this great home entertainment we will cover half of it this week and the other half next week.
Be Our Guest Restaurant Has New Standby Policy In Place
The standby procedure with return time tests that took place at both Princess Fairytale Hall and Soarin’ are seemingly going to continue in other locations. Now, word has gotten out that Be Our Guest Restaurant at Magic Kingdom is doing the same type of thing for its standby line at lunch.
‘Frozen Summer Fun’ Extended At Disney’s Hollywood Studios
As many hoped for, “Frozen Summer Fun LIVE!” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been extended, but not nearly as long as some rumors were stating. But at least now, some guests will have the opportunity to catch all the fun if they couldn’t make it there during the summer months.
Broadway Cast of ‘The Lion King’ Sings ‘Circle of Life’ On New York Subway and It’s Amazing
Remember back in April when the Australian cast of “The Lion King” decided to break out into a chorus of “Circle of Life” on a plane? Well, the Broadway cast didn’t want to have a light shine brighter than their abilities, so they decided to do the same.
Disney Dream’s 2015 Dry Dock Has Three Sailings Canceled, Three Sailings Added
Remember last year when the Disney Magic’s first return sailing was canceled due to more work needed? Well,Disney Cruise Line is already looking ahead to the dry dock for the Disney Dream in 2015, and that has changed up some dates so be aware.
D23 Expo 2015 Tickets Go On Sale Next Week
It may still be a year away, but tickets for the D23 Expo 2015 are prepared to go on sale, and it’s happening next week. Beginning at 10:00 a.m. PT on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, for the big event which will officially take place on Aug. 14-16, 2015.
New Beautifully Disney Line Collection – Tangled Web – Coming This Week
For those that love the Beautifully Disney collection, you’re in luck because there is a fiendishly new collection coming out very soon. The Disney Villains will get their own make-up line when “Tangled Web” arrives to Disney Parks on Aug. 9, 2014.
It’s Tough To Be A Bug Has Refurbishment Extended By Six Weeks
For those hoping to experience It’s Tough To Be A Bug at Disney’s Animal Kingdom soon, you’re going to have to wait a bit longer. The refurbishment that is currently happening is going to be in place for at least another six weeks.
FASTPasses For Maelstrom At Epcot Unavailable Come Late September
There has been so much talk lately as to what is going to happen to Maelstrom in the Norway Pavilion in Epcot, but nothing has yet to be confirmed or denied. One thing that is known as fact is that FASTPass+ reservations for Maelstrom cease to exist near the end of September.
Back Rows of Pirates of the Caribbean Boats Roped Off At Multiple Disney Parks
After the incident in which a male guest lost the tips of his fingertips while riding on Pirates of the Caribbean at the Magic Kingdom, there appears to be some concern by Disney officials due to safety. There have been multiple reports of the back rows of the Pirates of the Caribbean boats being roped off and guests not allowed in them while things are checked out further.
‘Alice In Wonderland: Through The Looking Glass’ Begins Production This Week
The sequel to Tim Burton’s “Alice In Wonderland” is beginning its principal photography this week, and that means there is a new story on the way. The best thing about this new story in “Alice In Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass” is that just about all of the cast is returning to reprise their roles.
First Look at Merchandise for 2014 Epcot Food & Wine Festival
There is a whole lot of stuff going on with the 2014 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival lately, but now it’s time to find out what you’ll have available to purchase. Thanks to Steven Miller of the Disney Parks Blog, he’s shown a first look at the F&W Fest merchandise for this year.
‘Club Villain’ Dance Party Coming To Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
The very first night of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom is less than a month away, and there’s going to be even more fun this year than usual. This year, Disney will introduce “Club Villain” for all of your evil dancing needs.
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