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Celebrate Disney Merchandise and Park History with the Fall 1985 Edition of “The Disneyana Collector” Newsletter

May 18, 2020

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage materials for a look back into Disney history! If you love Disney merchandise and history, you’ll be sold on the Fall 1985 issue of “The Disneyana Collector,” featuring profiles on Disney artists, a look back at the … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Mark Eades on Making Epcot Classics, Star Tours, & Muppet Vison 3D!

January 14, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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In the late 70’s Mark Eades found himself juggling an internship with Disney productions while also working nights at Autopia in Disneyland. But his work paid off and soon he found himself helping on a little film called Tron and then joining the editorial team for Epcot Center. For Epcot, Mark worked in post-production on … Read more

SHOP: Last Minute Holiday Gifts from WDWNT’s TeePublic Store

December 19, 2019

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Elise Dwight

At Walt Disney World, you can catch Elise perusing the Minnie Mouse ear selection or drinking a lapu lapu at the Poly. She has a lifelong fascination with all modes of Disney transport and is looking forward to trying her luck as a Disney bus driver when she retires in 2050. Contact Elise at elise@wdwnt.com.

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If you’ve waited this long to order for the holidays, we’re guessing you may also need some help picking out a few things for the Disney fan in your life. Below, you’ll find some of our favorite picks for stocking stuffers. You can also shop the entire store. Baby Yoda Notebook Seeing Baby Yoda on … Read more

Rough Cut of “Captain EO” Starring Michael Jackson Surfaces Online

August 16, 2018August 16, 2018

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Matthew Soberman

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why michael jackson s captain eo 3d should return to disneyland california

The rough cut: a universe of work and works-in-progress, where a large group struggles to bring a 3-D adventure to Disney parks around the world; a rag-tag band led by the infamous Walt Disney Imagineering. Recently, a rough cut of Captain EO was leaked on the internet, dating to September 25th, 1985, just under a … Read more

All WDWNT T-Shirts on Sale Including Pandora Ale, Captain EO Crunch, and Tangled Toilets

April 27, 2017

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Jason Diffendal

Jason has been a lifelong fan of the Disney parks since his first visit at age 2. His biennial pilgrimages during his childhood accelerated into semi-annual visits by the year 2000, when he also Joined the Disney Vacation Club. Luckily, Jason’s bride-to-be was also a Disney fan, which allowed his infatuation with the Disney parks to continue, and ultimately culminated in their wedding at Disney's Wedding Pavilion in September 2003. Early in 2007, Jason began his involvement with the planning for what became Celebration 25, the unofficial fan gathering to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Epcot®. Soon thereafter, Jason met Tom Corless at a pin trading meet in New Jersey, and became part of the WDW News Today podcast starting with Episode 17. Jason has been involved with the WDWNT Network ever since, and can't seem to escape no matter how hard he tries. Contact Jason at jason@wdwnt.com.

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That’s right, TeePublic’s April Sale is now underway, with all tees* just $14.00. Check out our three new releases: This sale ends at midnight Friday, April 28, so don’t delay! Order yours today! And remember, TeePublic offers a variety of shirt colors in case you’d rather have a different color fabric. They also have women’s style … Read more

CONFIRMED: Captain EO at Epcot Will Finally Close Forever on December 6th, 2015

February 1, 2017November 13, 2015

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While we are still waiting for official confirmation from Disney, rumors are circulating that Captain EO starring Michael Jackson may finally close forever on December 6th, 2015. The attraction returned in 2010 to celebrate the life of Jackson after his passing the year prior. The attraction also returned at 3 other Disney resorts around … Read more

EDITORIAL: Why Removing the Sorcerer’s Hat from Hollywood Studios is a Good Thing

March 14, 2015

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The Sorcerer’s Hat is no more. For some this is a moment of triumph and restoration. For others it represents a seismic shift in Disney’s Hollywood Studios ethos and theme. My family and I are both excited about it as well as a little sad to see such an icon of so many Disney trips … Read more

RUMORS: 5 Walt Disney World Rumors and the Likelihood of Each

September 9, 2014

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With fall finally here and Labor Day behind us it’s always a good time to check in and report on the rumors that might be circulating about future changes at the World. Below is a partial list reporting what I’m picking up from behind the berm and a little bit about the likelihood of each. … Read more

Adam Roth’s 4/21/11 WDW Photo Report

April 22, 2011

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Tom Corless

Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.

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WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited The Magic Kingdom and Epcot yesterday and has a ton of newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip, so let’s take a look:

I think you know where we’re going…

Josh Siegel’s 2/9/11 WDW Photo Report

March 4, 2019February 14, 2011

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Tom Corless

Tom Corless

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From an email sent out to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders: Captain EO returns to Epcot®, and Passholders can attend a special preview of the film at the Imagination! Pavilion on July 1 from 3 – 9 p.m. The legendary film starring Michael Jackson is something Passholders don’t want to miss. Registration is limited so sign up today … Read more