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  • New Loungefly 101 Dalmatians Mini Backpack is Adorable

    New Loungefly 101 Dalmatians Mini Backpack is Adorable

    Now you can outdress Cruella De Vil with a stylish accessory as a new Loungefly 101 Dalmatian mini backpack is available for pre-order and it’s as cute as a pup.

    The BoxLunch exclusive Loungefly features an allover Disney 101 Dalmatians print, silver tone hardware, a brand plaque, and a darling Dalmatian charm.

    Take a look at the details below:

    Loungefly Disney 101 Dalmatians Mini Backpack – $69.90

    The straps are adjustable and you won’t run out of space with a front zipper pocket, two side pockets, and main compartment with a polka dot interior lining and zip pocket!

    Your dotted style statement will be easy to spot when you stash your essentials in this 101 Dalmatians Mini Backpack. 

  • New Pastel Minnie Mouse Sequined Loungefly Mini-Backpack & Wristlet Now Available on shopDisney

    New Pastel Minnie Mouse Sequined Loungefly Mini-Backpack & Wristlet Now Available on shopDisney

    Disney Springs has begun it’s phased re-opening today, but that’s not the only good news. Disney and Loungefly have released a new pastel Minnie Mouse sequined mini backpack and wristlet and they are too cute!

    The mini back pack is the standard size and design, but the wristlet which is shaped like the full size “mini backpack” is small enough to wear on your wrist and includes a detachable wrist strap.

    Take a closer look at the designs below:

    Minnie Mouse Sequined Mini Backpack with Bow by Loungefly – $90.00

    Mouse ears and a Minnie bow top this sequined mini backpack by Loungefly in shimmering pastel colors.

    The interior of both the mini backpack and the wristlet is lined with rainbow colored bows. Take a closer look atthe wristlet below:

    Minnie Mouse Sequined Mini Backpack Wristlet by Loungefly – $40.00

    Minnie’s ears and bow are ever in style on this metallic simulated leather wristlet with a pastel rainbow sequined bow and pouch pocket. ”Mini backpack” styling with a whimsical flair make this clutch sparkle in more ways than one.

  • DIY Recipe for Peanut Butter & Jelly Milk Shake from 50’s Prime Time Café Released by Disney

    DIY Recipe for Peanut Butter & Jelly Milk Shake from 50’s Prime Time Café Released by Disney

    Be sure to clean up your dinner plate before you tackle this yummy Peanut Butter & Jelly Milk Shake from 50’s Prime Time Café at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

    This recipe is quick and easy and sure to please! We even have a handy dandy video to show you how to make it. Just be sure to mind your manners and behave yourself at the dinner table…and save room for dessert!

    Take a look below at the ingredients and instructions:

    Peanut Butter & Jelly Milk Shake from 50’s Prime Time Café at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    Serves 1

    Ingredients:

    • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
    • 2 tablespoons jelly (strawberry or grape)
    • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
    • 1/4 cup milk

    Directions:

    1. Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth.
    2. Add additional peanut butter or jelly to taste.

    Cook’s Notes: Two cups sliced strawberries can be substituted for jelly.

  • Disney Names Josh D’Amaro as Bob Chapek’s Successor in Theme Park Division

    Disney Names Josh D’Amaro as Bob Chapek’s Successor in Theme Park Division

    The Walt Disney Company on Monday announced that Josh D’Amaro has been named Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.

    D’Amaro, who most recently served as President, Walt Disney World Resort, succeeds Mr. Chapek as Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.

    “Our company is very fortunate to have a deep bench of talent and we’re extremely pleased to welcome these two exceptionally qualified Disney veterans to our senior management team,” Bob Chapek, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company said. “Both Josh and Rebecca have more than two decades of leadership experience with the Company, a keen understanding of our brands and businesses, and a shared passion and vision for delivering extraordinary entertainment and one-of-a-kind experiences.”

    In his new role, D’Amaro will oversee Disney’s iconic travel and leisure businesses, which include six theme park-resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business.

    Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business across toys, apparel, home goods, digital games and apps; the world’s largest children’s print publisher; Disney store locations around the world; and the shopDisney e-commerce platform.

    D’Amaro joined Disney in 1998 and has held various positions in the Parks business, including Senior Vice President of Commercial Strategy for Walt Disney World Resort, Vice President of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and others.

    D’Amaro and Campbell will report to Chapek.

  • Live-Action ‘Atlantis: The Lost Empire’ Remake Reportedly in the Works Starring Tom Holland

    Live-Action ‘Atlantis: The Lost Empire’ Remake Reportedly in the Works Starring Tom Holland

    A live-action remake of Disney’s 2001 animated classic, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, is in the early stages of development by The Walt Disney Pictures according to reports.

    Evidently, Disney intends to “stick fairly close to the animated film,” and it seems that Holland is being eyed to play the role of geeky Smithsonian cartographer Milo Thatch, initially voiced by Michael J. Fox in the 2001 animated version, according to MovieWeb.

    The movie is in the early stages of development by Walt Disney Pictures, according to a source at The Illuminerdi. There are not many details about the movie and there is no report on who is being considered as the director and who will be cast in the film.

    Atlantis: The Lost Empire follows an inexperienced young adventurer becomes the key to unraveling an ancient mystery when he joins up with a group of daredevil explorers to find the legendary lost empire of Atlantis. A naive-but-determined museum cartographer Milo Thatch dreams of completing the quest begun by his late grandfather, a famous explorer. When a journal surfaces, an eccentric billionaire funds an expedition, and the action shifts to high gear.

    Atlantis: The Lost Empire is a 2001 American animated science-fantasy action-adventure film created by Walt Disney Feature Animation, marking the 41st entry in Disney’s animated features canon and its first science-fiction film.

    Disney is now developing 101 Dalmatians prequel Cruella, starring Emma Stone and set for release in 2021, and The Little Mermaid, starring Halle Bailey and directed by Rob Marshall (Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, Into the Woods). Disney first releases its Angelina Jolie-starring Maleficent sequel, Mistress of Evil, Oct. 18 before debuting the live-action Mulan March 27, 2020.

  • New Haunted Mansion Loungefly Collection Materializing at Disney Parks

    New Haunted Mansion Loungefly Collection Materializing at Disney Parks

    In honor of the Halfway2Halloween celebration at Disney Parks, we are getting a sneak peak of a new Haunted Mansion Loungefly collection coming soon, to shopDisney.com and Disney Parks.

    Inspired by the classic attraction, this new collection will have you screaming with ghoulish delight.

    You can compliment your frightfully fun looks with two new bags and even a card case by Loungefly! Take a look below:

    Featuring the style of Disney Cast Members at The Haunted Mansion, the mini backpack by Loungefly is perfect for the ghost host on the go!

    For a quick on-the-go bag, hitch a ride on this Doom Buggy-inspired crossbody bag by Loungefly but beware of hitchhiking ghosts!

    Make sure to keep checking back on Disney Dorks for details on when these products will be available.

  • ‘The Wonderful World of Disney’ Returns to ABC With Broadcast Debut of ‘Moana’

    ‘The Wonderful World of Disney’ Returns to ABC With Broadcast Debut of ‘Moana’

    ABC has announced, “The Wonderful World of Disney” is returning to ABC to bring some of that iconic Disney magic back to your movie nights.

    Across four consecutive Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. ET, you and your loved ones can cuddle up on the couch to watch four beloved family films from the Disney library — all of which are currently available on Disney+. The fun begins May 20 when “Moana” hits the small screen.

    The following Wednesday nights will feature Marvel Studios’ “Thor: The Dark World” (airing May 27), Disney and Pixar’s “Up” (airing June 3) and Disney’s “Big Hero 6” (airing June 10).

    With the networks’ original series’ production halted and people looking for comfort-food entertainment while sheltering at home amid the coronavirus pandemic, blockbuster theatrical movies are becoming a viable programming option.

    While The Wonderful World of Disney originally aired on Sundays, its new installment is slated for Wednesdays so it does not clash with CBS’ theatrical movie showcase. Once a weekly staple, over the past decade or so The Wonderful World of Disney has become a brand occasionally used by ABC for special programming, most recently The Little Mermaid Live! and The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration.

    Fans can also find more entertainment from Disney brands — including “Star Wars” and “National Geographic” in addition to those mentioned above — at DisneyMagicMoments.com.

  • BREAKING: Disney Springs to Begin Phased Reopening May 20 After Coronavirus Closure

    BREAKING: Disney Springs to Begin Phased Reopening May 20 After Coronavirus Closure

    A phased reopening of Disney Springs will begin on May 20 after the shopping destination closed has been closed for more than a month due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    Following the guidance of government and health officials, a limited number of shopping and dining experiences that are owned by third-party operating participants will begin to open during this initial phase. The rest of Walt Disney World Resort will remain closed, including theme parks and resort hotels.

    As we continue to monitor conditions, and with the health of guests and Disney cast members at the forefront of our planning, we are making several operational changes. Disney Springs will begin to reopen in a way that incorporates enhanced safety measures, including increased cleaning procedures, the use of appropriate face coverings by both cast members and guests, limited-contact guest services and additional safety training for cast members. 

    We will apply learnings and ideas from leaders in the health and travel industries, and we’re also talking to our unions as we prepare for some cast members to return to work.   

    During the initial opening phase, Disney Springs will have limitations on capacity, parking and operating hours. Given this unprecedented situation, we appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we navigate through this process as responsibly as we can. Additional protocols and procedures may be announced closer to the opening date. Please check DisneySprings.com as we get closer to May 20 for the most current information on operating hours, locations and safety procedures.

  • Rumor: Disney Rebooting “Pirates Of The Caribbean” with A Female, Eyeing Karen Gillan For Lead

    Rumor: Disney Rebooting “Pirates Of The Caribbean” with A Female, Eyeing Karen Gillan For Lead

    The sixth installment to the Pirates of the Carribean franchise is unlikely to see the return of Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow as Disney is now eyeing a female lead for the reboot.

    Late last year, it was announced that Disney is planning to reboot its Pirates of the Caribbean franchise without Johnny Deep. Now, according to insider Daniel Richtman, Disney is looking at Guardians of the Galaxy‘s Karen Gillan to star in the project.

    With Gillan’s name being thrown into the mix, this would tie-in with previous rumours that a reboot will be focused on Pirates of the Caribbean Disneyland ride character Redd – a red-headed female swashbuckler.

    The long-running franchise has tapped Chernobyl creator Craig Mazin to develop a story for the planned reboot alongside veteran writer Ted Elliott.

    Deadpool writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick are no longer on board the project.

  • BREAKING: Shanghai Disneyland to Begin Phased Reopening on May 11

    BREAKING: Shanghai Disneyland to Begin Phased Reopening on May 11

    Shanghai Disney has been closed since January 25 due to the COVID-19 crisis and today there is a bit of good news. Disney will reopen its Shanghai theme park on May 11, the company said during an earnings conference call on Tuesday.

    Disney reopened Disneytown, Wishing Star Park and the Disneyland Hotel in Shanghai in March. This will be the first Disney theme park to reopen after being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    “In Shanghai, we took the first measured steps towards reopening in early March, with the opening of some retail, dining, and entertainment experiences at Disneytown, Wishing Star Park and the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel,” Joe Schott, President and General Manager, Shanghai Disney Resort said today in a Disney Parks Blog post.

    Disney has closed its theme parks in the U.S. — Disneyland and Walt Disney World — until further notice. All of its parks and resorts worldwide, from Paris to Hong Kong to Tokyo, are currently closed.

    The company’s parks, experience and products segment fell 10% in the second quarter, compared to the prior-year quarter, to $5.5 billion.