Weeks ago it was announced that "Finding Nemo - The Musical" was closing at Disney's Animal Kingdom and would soon be reimagined into a new show. Today, at Destination D23, it was announced that the new show will be calling "Finding Nemo: The Big Blue and Beyond". During a Disney Parks Entertainment panel, it was... Continue Reading →
Modified Meet & Greets, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular & More Returning to Walt Disney World This Fall
More entertainment experiences are returning to Walt Disney World as the return to normalcy continues. Some WDW atmosphere entertainment resumed Oct. 1 with the start of the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration. The ragtime piano player at Casey’s Corner on Main Street, U.S.A. and over at EPCOT, Alberta Bound, Sergio in Italy, and the... Continue Reading →
Updated “Finding Nemo – The Musical” Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2022
“Finding Nemo — The Musical”, which has been around since 2007 is getting reimagined for a relaunch in 2022. The show has been out of production since the pandemic closure in 2020. Disney Parks has released the following statement about the reimaging of the Broadway-style show. Although our Disney Live Entertainment team is still in... Continue Reading →
Story Concept and Show Elements Revealed for “Disney KiteTails”
Walt Disney World is revealing new details about "Disney KiteTails", coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration. The show will take place several times a day at Discovery River Theater and will feature oversized props & kites honoring Disney animated features like "The Little Mermaid", "a bug's life", "Finding Nemo" and more.... Continue Reading →
Yachtsman Steakhouse, Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood, Columbia Harbour House & Pizzafari Reopening in August
More Walt Disney World restaurants are preparing to reopen for the first time since the pandemic began. On August 5th, Yachtsman Steakhouse will reopen to guests. In addition to the steaks and chops, the Chilled Admiral’s Tower for Two (Maine lobster, snow crab, tuna tartare, jumbo shrimp, mussels, scallop ceviche, and charred octopus salad) is... Continue Reading →
Hippopotamus Calf Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The population at Kilimanjaro Safaris is growing. A hippopotamus calf is the newest edition to the Animal Kingdom family. The Nile hippopotamus calf was born earlier today and already popped up for a quick photo. Disney says its Animal Care team is looking after the calf to make sure it’s healthy.
More Animal Kingdom Dining Options Returning
More dining options are popping up around Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Eight Spoon Café is now open and offers a Baked Macaroni & Cheese (with or without pulled pork). There’s also a Pulled Pork Jelly Donut Sandwich back on the menu. Dino Diner will reopen July 4th, and the famous Dino-Rama Chili-Cheese Dogs and Corn Chip... Continue Reading →
“Disney KiteTails” Daytime Show Coming to Animal Kingdom for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
Animal Kingdom is getting new entertainment to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. “Disney KiteTails” will feature animal kites soaring high above Discovery River Amphitheater beginning October 1, 2021. Performers will fly windcatchers and kites of all shapes and sizes, while out on the water elaborate three-dimensional kites – some stretching to 30 feet long... Continue Reading →
Ranger the Rhino Calf Joins the Herd at Kilimanjaro Safaris
Kilimanjaro Safaris welcomed a new family member on Tuesday. Ranger, the rhino calf, made his debut alongside his mom Kendi earlier this week. Ranger is the first calf for the herd in five years – and the keepers have eagerly cheered on Kendi and Ranger through each new developmental milestone. This “little” guy is now... Continue Reading →
Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary: The World’s Most Magical Celebration Kicks off October 1, 2020
Walt Disney World is gearing up for it's biggest celebration ever. Beginning October 1, 2020, Walt Disney World will throw "The World's Most Magical Celebration" in honor of the property's 50th anniversary. Here's what we know will be part of the 18 month-long celebration: For the milestone, Walt Disney is donning the park with "EARidescence"... Continue Reading →