Disney News Headlines
September 2003
HlywdRec: Purchase Phil Collins Brother Bear Single (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/30/03
For a limited time Hollywood Records is offering Phil Collins' single Look Through My Eyes from Brother Bear.
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LPWire: Image and Stats on New Haunted Mansion Holiday Oogie Boogie Confectionery Sculpture (DL) posted: 9/30/03
This year Disneyland's Haunted Mansion Holiday will feature an eight-foot-tall candy sculpture of the dirty trickster Oogie Boogie from the film Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas. The creation weighs 500 lbs. and is decorated with thousands of gummy spiders, snakes, lizards and other edible items. The sculpture can be seen daily within the seasonal version of the attraction from October 3, 2003, through January 4, 2004.
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WDWMagic: Buzz, Festival of the Lion King Photos (WDW) posted: 9/30/03
WDWMagic offers photos of the new Buzz postshow store and the newly refurbished Festival of the Lion King.
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Disney: Listen to Bob Iger's presentation at Goldman Sachs Conference (General) posted: 9/30/03
Disney.com offers a re-play of Bob Iger's presentation on September 30th, 2003
from Goldman Sachs' Communacopia XII Conference. The re-play is available until 5:00 p.m. October 7th, 2003.
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DowJones: Disney President To Comment On Co Outlook At Goldmans Sachs Con (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 9/30/03
Disney President and Chief Operating Officer Bob Iger talked about the success of Disney's dvd releases and the improved financial performance of ABC.
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LPWire: Drama Students "Create Instant Theatre" During Disney's New Improv Workshop (DL) posted: 9/30/03
Student thespians can study and perform this inventive craft in the positive, magical environment of Disney with its new Improvisational Acting Workshop. This high-energy, 90-minute interactive seminar is the latest addition to Disney's Magic Music Days youth educational program at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California.
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Zap2It: CBS, ABC Lead the Way Monday (Movies) posted: 9/30/03
The September 29th Zap2It reports ABC finished first among adults 18-49 on Monday evening with Monday Night Football and Primetime Monday.
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USAToday: Real reality TV uses star's death for good (Movies) posted: 9/30/03
The September 30th USA Today discusses ABC's decision to continue 8 Simple Rules and to incorporate the death of John Ritter into the show's plot.
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Disney: Q&A with John Hare, President of ABC Radio (General) posted: 9/30/03
John Hare, president of ABC Radio, a unit of The Walt Disney Company, will answer questions during a conference call session hosted by entertainment analyst Kathy Styponias of Prudential Securities, Inc. at 11:45 a.m. EDT on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2003. His comments and responses during the question and answer session will be available live via Webcast. A re-play will be provided through Thursday, Oct. 9, 2003 at 5:00 p.m. PDT on the same Web site.
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OCReg: Ducks add third jersey (General) posted: 9/30/03
Image and description of the Disney owned Mighty Ducks new jersey. It will be worn 15 times this season.
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OCReg: Teacher dances way into hearts (General) posted: 9/30/03
Dance instructor Meg Elder was one of 32 teachers honored by Disney with a $10,000 check.
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AWN: A Tribute to Jules Engel (Movies,General) posted: 9/30/03
Animation World News offers thoughts from students and other professionals who Jules Engel, the educator, artist and man influenced over the years
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Mediaweek: ABC's Gail Sullivan Passes Away (Movies) posted: 9/30/03
The September 29th Mediaweek announces the death of senior vp of daytime sales for ABC Television Network and SoapNet.
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OrlSen: Disney reaches crossroad in digital age (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
The September 29th Orlando Sentinel discusses Disney's internal changes in its animation business.
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TheStreet: Disney's MovieBeam Will Fade Like a Moonbeam (General) posted: 9/29/03
RealMoney columnist Jim Cramer discusses Disney's MovieBeam and comments on the anticipated Wall Street response should Eisner ever step down as Disney chief.
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CNETNews: Disney unveils video-on-demand service (Movies,General) posted: 9/29/03
The September 29th Cnet News discusses Disney's new video-on-demand service, MovieBeam.
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Zap2It: Kimmel Gets Frog for Co-Host (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
Kermit the Frog will co-host Jimmy Kimmel Live this week. Statler and Waldorf will also appear on the program.
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OrlSen: Back to the drawing board (WDW) posted: 9/29/03
The September 29th Orlando Sentinel reports Disney-MGM Studios is making changes to its animation tour dropping the film Back to Neverland.
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OrlSen: Dopey software delays bonuses (WDW) posted: 9/29/03
The Orlando Sentinel reports software issues at Walt Disney World have created a two-week delay in October annual bonuses.
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MediaweekPI: ABC's Weekend Numbers (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
The Programming Insider reports ABC's Hope and Faith had strong premiere numbers. The Wonderful World of Disney's move to Saturday had a promising start while The Practice had a weak opening despite major cast changes.
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Forbes: Top Earning Fictional Characters (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/29/03
Forbes announces Winnie the Pooh is the top earning fictional character with an income of $5.9 billion, Mickey Mouse is second with $4.7 billion.
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Zap2It: It's All About the Andrews on ABC (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
The September 29th Zap2It discusses Disney television's partnership with the US Treasury to spotlight the new $20.
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StarNewsOnline: Park-based films can't all be Caribbean (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
Columnist Jeff Hidek wonders if Disney fans are doomed to the Star Trek pattern of every other attraction film proving spectacular since the disappointing Country Bears film was followed by the successful Pirates of the Caribbean with the Haunted Mansion to be released this Fall.
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Zap2It: Gugino Goes J. Lo for Karen Sisco (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
Carla Gugino who starred as the mother in Spy Kids will portray Karen Sisco in ABC's tv series based on the movie Out of Sight that starred Jennifer Lopez.
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Zap2It: Where Did the Time Go On Alias? (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
Zap2It discusses the two year gap in Alias' storyline.
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EOnline: New "Bachelor" Woos Record Deal (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
E!Online reports ABC's bachelor Bob Guiney will release his album 3 Sides exclusively on Amazon.com on October 7.
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CBSMW: Fox, Disney in spotlight on eve of baseball playoffs (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
CBS MarketWatch reports Disney's ESPN will carry some of this season's baseball playoffs.
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LATimes: DreamWorks Accused of Union Shopping (Movies) posted: 9/29/03
Dreamworks SKG is being accused of union shopping by the Writers Guild of America.
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Disneyland Resort Pin Trading Nights Tonight at Paradise Pier Hotel (DL,Coll) posted: 9/26/03
The Disneyland Resort will host a pin trading night from 7:00pm - 10:00pm in the Paradise Pier Hotel's Pacific Ballroom. Tonight the team from ESPN Zone will be onhand to discuss the upcoming pins at the ESPNZone.
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LPWire: A Tribute to Norman "Buddy" Baker, Sunday at USC (DL,WDW,OD,Movies) posted: 9/26/03
USC's Bing Theater will host a tribute to Buddy Baker on Sunday, September 28th at 3p.
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LPWire: The Lion King Special Edition Soundtrack Roars onto Shelves Sept 30 (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/26/03
The Lion King Special Edition Soundtrack features a new song, "The Morning Report" from Grammy(R) and Academy Award(R) winners Elton John and Tim Rice, that accompanies the newly animated "Morning Report" scene found on the DVD. The special edition soundtrack also includes a remix of the classic Elton John hit, "Can You Feel the Love Tonight."
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LPWire: Sequels to the Popular Kingdom Hearts game in Development (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/26/03
Disney Interactive, a publishing label of Buena Vista Games, Inc., and Square Enix Co., Ltd. ("Square Enix"), announced today that they will once again join forces to develop two sequel titles to Kingdom Hearts, the blockbuster hit video game which was released worldwide in 2002 for the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system. The sequels include Kingdom Hearts - Chain of Memories- for Game Boy(R)Advance and Kingdom Hearts II for the PlayStation 2.
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ABCTV: Tonight's Primetime Premieres (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
Tonight features the season premiere of ABC's George Lopez and Life with Bonnie as well as the series premiere of Hope & Faith.
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AP: Author George Plimpton dies (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
Author George Plimpton has died at the age of 76. Plimpton worte Paper Lion, boxed with Archie Moore, pitched to Willie Mays and performed as a trapeze artist. Disney fans would remember him as the host of the Disney Channel series Mouseterpiece Theater.
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AICN: Haunted Mansion Reviews (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
Ain't It Cool News offers reviews of Disney's Haunted Mansion.
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DIS: Lilo & Stitch's Island of Adventures (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/26/03
Disney.com offers a trailer for the new Disney DVD Adventure game Lilo & Stitch's Island of Adventures.
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ABCTV: The Wonderful World of Disney Premieres Saturday Evening (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
ABC's The Wonderful World of Disney premieres Saturday night with Remember the Titans.
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NYPost: Practice Takes Bandages Off Makeover - Looks Fine (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
The September 26th New York Post takes a look at the off-season transformation of ABC's The Practice.
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Zap2It: ESPN Rules Cable Rating Gridiron (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
The September 25th Zap2It highlights the successful Disney's successful sports cable channel ESPN.
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Zap2It: MNF Gives Players a Shot at Musical Glory (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
The September 25th Zap2It talks about Monday Night Football's halftime competition featuring NFL players in an American Idol style competition.
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DIS: Bob Iger's Presentation at Goldman Sachs' Communacopia XII Conference (General) posted: 9/26/03
Disney.com will offer a live webcast on September 30 at 11:10a EDT. The re-play will be available until 5p PDT on October 7, 2003.
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LPWire: Southcorp Sponsors "Australia: Discover Down Under" at Epcot Food & Wine (WDW) posted: 9/26/03
"Australia: Discover Down Under" will be a 3,000 square foot Australian experience that recreates Australia and gives visitors the chance to visit the wine regions, taste wine with the winemakers, explore authentic Australian cuisine, entertainment and culture, in an all-Aussie environment.
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USAToday: Tuscan Sun rightly revolves around Lane (Movies) posted: 9/26/03
The September 25th USA Today reviews Touchstone Pictures' Under the Tuscan.
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DowJones: Superscape Group Signs Wireless Game Deal With Disney (General) posted: 9/26/03
Superscape Group plc Friday announced that it has signed a revenue sharing agreement with Disney to initially develop two wireless games based on Disney IP (intellectual property).
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Now Showing at AMC Pleasure Island 24 (WDW) posted: 9/26/03
Movies showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include Anything Else ( R ), Bad Boys II ( R ), Cabin Fever ( R), Cold Creek Manor ( R ), Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (PG-13), Duplex (PG-13), The Fighting Temptations (PG-13), Finding Nemo (G), Freaky Friday (PG), Lost in Translation ( R ), Luther (PG-13), Matchstick Men (PG-13), The Medallion (PG-13), Monty Python and the Holy Grail (PG), Once Upon a Time in Mexico ( R ), Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (PG-13), The Rundown (PG-13), S.W.A.T. (PG-13), Secondhand Lions (PG), Under the Tuscan Sun (PG-13), and Underworld ( R ). Call theaters for showtimes (407) 298-4488
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Now Showing at AMC 12 Theatres Downtown Disney ® (DL) posted: 9/26/03
Movies showing at the AMC 12 Downtown Disney ® include Anything Else ( R ), Cold Creek Manor ( R ), Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (PG-13), Duplex (PG-13), The Fighting Temptations (PG-13), Matchstick Men (PG-13), Once Upon a Time in Mexico ( R ), Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (PG-13), The Rundown (PG-13), Secondhand Lions (PG), Under the Tuscan Sun (PG-13) and Underworld ( R ). Call theaters for showtimes (714) 769 4AMC.
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Weekend Showings at the AMC Ikspiari 16 (OD) posted: 9/26/03
Among the movies showing this weekend at the AMC Ikspiari 16 are S.W.A.T., Doppelganger, Kangaroo Jack, Rockers, Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life, The Pirates of the Caribbean, Odorudaisousasen 2, The Four Feathers, Tsuribankanisshi14, Robot Contest, Simone, Guuzen nimo Saiaku na Shounen, Adaptation, Basic, Welcome to Collinwood, Zatoichi, 28 Days Later, Nowhere in Africa, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Dragon Head, Juon2 and Hero.
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Now Showing at the Gaumont 15 Disney Village (OD) posted: 9/26/03
Movies showing at the Gaumont 15 in the Disney Village are Underworld, Identity, Lovely Rita, Les Invasions Barbares, Hero, La Ligue Des Gentlemen Extraordinaires, La Blonde Contre-Attaque, Hotesse a Tout Prix, Braquage A Litalienne, Jeux Denfants, Les Associes, Bruce Tout-Puissant, Pirates Des Caraibes, La Malediction du Black Pearl, Terminator 3: Le Soulevement Des Machines, Pere Et Fils, Phone Game, Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Le Berceau De La Vie, and The Eye.
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LPWire: Yum! Brands President, Chief Multibranding & Operating Officer Lewis Elected to Disney Board (General) posted: 9/25/03
The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors Tuesday elected Aylwin Lewis, President, Chief Multibranding and Operating Officer of Yum! Brands, Inc., as a new independent director, effective January 2004.
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WDWMagic: News & Rumors (WDW) posted: 9/25/03
WDWMagic offers guest previews of Mickey's PhilharMagic, Expedition Everest photo update, and more.
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EOnline: Ritter's "Rules" Rules (Movies) posted: 9/25/03
E!Online discusses 8 SImple Rules strong ratings and discusses the show's future.
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Telegraph: Disney Seeks a Prince Charming (General) posted: 9/25/03
The September 25th Telegraph discusses Disney's decision to hire Goldman Sachs to help sell the Disney Stores in North America and Europe.
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ET: Quaid & Crew Remember The Alamo (Movies) posted: 9/25/03
Dennis Quaid, Billy Bob Thornton and Jason Patric talk about their new movie The Alamo.
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LPWire: Award-Winning Patina Announces Its New Home at Walt Disney Concert Hall (General) posted: 9/25/03
Patina, one of the world's most celebrated restaurants and the flagship restaurant of The Patina Group, will move from its current location on Melrose Avenue to the prestigious Walt Disney Concert Hall in October 2003, master chef and founder Joachim Splichal announced today. The Patina Group also operates Downtown Disney's Naples, Napolini, Cafe Catal and Uva Bar.
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LATimes: No Pixar Deal Yet, Disney Chairman Tells Board (Movies) posted: 9/24/03
The September 24th Los Angeles Times reports Eisner indicated to Board members that Pixar and Disney still have some major issues to sort out.
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Mediaweek.com: ABC's numbers last night (Movies) posted: 9/24/03
ABC's 8 Simple Rules was the top rated show of the evening and I'm With Her was second with a disappointing drop-off from its lead-in.
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EconTimes: Disney targets growth with family reunions (WDW) posted: 9/24/03
The September 24th Economic Times discusses Walt Disney World's focus on larger family gatherings.
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OrlSen: Disney World Campaign Invites Family Reunions (WDW) posted: 9/24/03
The September 24th Orlando Sentinel discusses Walt Disney World's ad campaing "Magical Gatherings", a new commercial that focuses on WDW as a destination for families and friends to vacation together.
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WDW: Join Princess Aurora for a Perfectly Princess Tea Party - Limited Engagement (WDW) posted: 9/24/03
For a limited time, the Walt Disney World resort will host a morning princess tea party for young ladies aged 4 - 12 at the Garden View Tea Lounge featuring Princess Aurora. The Princess Tea also includes tea and brunch for two, a Princess dream dessert for all guests, a My Disney Girl doll, elegantly dressed in her Sleeping Beauty's gown, a princess bracelet, special "gift" for our adult guests, and a very own "Best Friend" certificate so our little Princesses can name their My Disney Girl doll as their best friend for life. Seating is limited.
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LPWire: Images from DVD and VHS Release of Walt Disney Holes (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/24/03
Images of the cast of Holes with South Central Boys and Girls Club members "digging it" at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center September 23rd celebrating the release of HOLES on DVD and Video today.
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WP: ABC Catching Bus for 2004 Election (General) posted: 9/24/03
ABC News announces its plans for covering the 2004 campaign.
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LPWire: London Disney on Ice Tickets Sales Begin Sept 27 (Movies) posted: 9/24/03
Disney On Ice swings into the John Labatt Centre in London for THE FIRST TIME EVER with 8 performances from November 5 - November 9/03. Tickets go on sale Saturday, September 27, 2003.
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LPWire: Nightmare Before Christmas at El Capitan Theater (Movies) posted: 9/24/03
Beginning October 16th the El Capitan Theater will feature Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas. Opening night offers the film makers panel.
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Disneyland's Nightmare Before Christmas Interactive Screening Tix on Sale (DL) posted: 9/24/03
Join your Halloweentown friends for a spooktacular, interactive evening full of frightful fun at the Disneyland Resort. Tickets are on sale now.
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StarTele: Voice Auditions set for Disney Record (General) posted: 9/24/03
The September 24th Star-Telegram announces the Radio Disney contest for the next SuperStar Kidz compilation.
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DLP: Disney's Halloween Festival (OD) posted: 9/24/03
From October 1st through November 2nd the Disneyland Paris Resort celebrates Halloween.
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OrlSen: Eat, drink and learn something (WDW) posted: 9/24/03
Brief look at Walt Disney World's International Food and Wine Festival.
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Philly: Companies find it pays to be close to Wal-Mart (Coll) posted: 9/24/03
The Disney Company is among hundreds of name-brand supplies that are opening offices near the Arkansas headquarters of Wal-Mart.
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AFL: New AFL mascot program launches in Disney Adventures (General) posted: 9/24/03
Disney Adventures - Australia magazine will launch a comic strip based on the AFL Club Mascot characters from Mascot Manor.
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OrlSen: Corn Bread Recipe from Disney's Wilderness Lodge and the Fort Wilderness Resort (WDW) posted: 9/24/03
The September 24th Orlando Sentinel offers the recipe for Disney's Wilderness Lodge and the Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground's corn bread.
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LATimes: Angels Disneyland Commercial (General) posted: 9/24/03
Last year after winning the World Series the Angels recorded their "I'm Going to Disneyland!" commercial. The $30,000 for the commercial was donated by the players to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
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LPWire: Mickey, Donald, Other Disney Characters To Appear in 3-D in New Magic Kingdom Attraction (WDW) posted: 9/23/03
Walt Disney World press release and publicity stills from the soon to open Mickey's PhilharMagic.
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Reuters: Disney to shut Japan animation unit (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Disney is closing Walt Diseny Animation (Japan) which employs 103 local animators and artists. The closure will take effect following the completion of The Heffalump Movie.
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Local6: Disney World Replacing Yellow Ponchos (WDW) posted: 9/23/03
As a response to visitors' request, Disney World will replace the yellow ponchos with clear raingear which will enable families to identify each easier during rain storms.
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OrlSen: There's a new alien in town at Disney (WDW) posted: 9/23/03
The September 21st Orlando Sentinel talks about the anticipated closure of Alien Encounter and reports a new attraction featuring Stitch is expected to take its place.
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ComingSoon: Pirates of the Caribbean at $563 Million Worldwide (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Pirates of the Caribbean is Jerry Bruckheimer's biggest hit with a worldwide total of $563 million.
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EconTimes: Disney plans 100% arm to set up pay channel (OD,Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Disney plans to invest $10 million over 5 years in an Indian subsidiary to finance the launching of its TV channel as a pay channel. Disney's plan reportedly proposes to develop other businesses following the channel's launch including theme parks and resorts, radio and production and distribution of locally-produced movies and more.
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LP: Tonight's ABC Premieres (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Tonight ABC will premiere the new season of 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Daughter with a special intro by Katey Sagal, According to Jim, Less Than Perfect with new cast member, Wil Sasso, and NYPD Blue. Tonight is also the series premiere for the comedy I'm with Her. Check local listings for showtimes in your area.
Mediaweek: Odds for I'm With Her success (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Mediaweek's Programming Insider takes a look at the ABC sitcom I'm with Her chances for survival.
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OrlSen: Big challenges face Rules, 3 newcomers (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
The September 23rd Orlando Sentinel talks briefly about the future plans for 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter.
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LATimes: Networks Are Catching Friday Night Fever (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
The September 22nd Los Angeles Times reports 15 of the 18 programs on the networks' Friday schedules are new or have been moved to a Friday evening time slot and talks about ABC's return to the "TGIF" model.
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Playbill: MTI Will License Disney's Aida and Beauty and the Beast for Regional and Amateur Markets (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
The September 22nd Playbill announces Disney Theatricals' has licensed the musicals Aida and Beauty and the Beast for use by international professional and amateur productions.
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Playbill: Disney & MTI Developing Kid Theatre (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Disney and MTI will introduce 60-minute and 30-minute versions of adaptations of classic Disney animation and live-action feature films for use by professional and amateur theatre.
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LPWire: Disney's Holes Released on DVD and VHS (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/23/03
On Disney DVD, Holes includes a gag reel, deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes featurettes with interviews, cast and filmmaker commentaries, music video with the film's stars, and more (see attached). Available in both "fullscreen" and "widescreen" editions.
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LATimes: Disneyland's Proximity Appeals to Families (DL) posted: 9/23/03
The September 23rd Los Angeles Times discusses Anaheim's moves to become an increasingly attraction location for conventions.
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Jim Hill Media: WDW News & Rumors (WDW) posted: 9/23/03
Jim Hill's been hanging around the water cooler at Walt Disney Imagineering and what he's heard gets fairly interesting. Will DAK get Lucky? Is "Expedition Everest" due for a rewrite? And is there another WDI layoff in the wings? Also offers reviews from Mickey's PhilharMagic.
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ChinaView: HK Disneyland unveils landscape design (OD) posted: 9/23/03
Article focuses on the landscape design of Hong Kong Disneyland. Thanks to TVKirby for submitting this link.
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BuffaloNews: From Buffalo to Disney World (WDW) posted: 9/23/03
DaVarryl Williamson plans to take his family to Walt Disney World following his fight against Town of Tonawanda heavyweight Joe Mesi Saturday night for HBO's main event.
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LPWire: Disney's Karaoke Series Hits Stores Sept 30 (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/23/03
The first four releases -- "Disney's Karaoke Series": "Disney's Greatest Hits," "Lizzie McGuire," "Disney Princess" and "The Lion King" -- are the start of an exciting new line of CD + Graphics (CD + G) technology which allows the song lyrics to appear on a television screen when played in a CD + G machine.
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HR: Luner's number called for ABC's cop drama 10-8 (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Jamie Luner joins the cast of ABC's edgy dramedy 10-8.
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Zap2It: Bachelor Homeowners Sue Producers (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
The September 22nd Zap2It reports Kenneth and Marci Chyten, owners of the Malibu estate where the latest edition of The Bachelor was filmed are suing the show's producers claiming they refused to make repairs to the damages they caused in the home.
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Zap2It: Hilary Duff's All Sweet 16 for The WB (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
The September 23rd Zap2It reports Hilary Duff's Island Birthday Bash will air on the WB, Wednesday, September 24th.
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LPWire: GSN Launches Millionaire Series with Four Hour Marathon, Oct 12 (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
The network has acquired the exclusive domestic distribution rights to Who Wants to Be A Millionaire hosted by Regis Philbin, marking the first time the shows will be seen since their original airings. Game Show Network is producing a complementary iTV component which will allow users to play-along with each telecast in real time.
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LATimes: A milestone gives actor a new 'Alias': homeowner (Movies) posted: 9/23/03
Alias co-star, Michael Vartan has purchased a $1.65 million home in the Hollywood Hills.
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LPWire: WDAC Invites You to Enjoy a "Blast to the Past" at the Disneyland Resort (DL,Coll) posted: 9/22/03
Hey, All You Cool Cats and Party Poodles - - Registration for the 2004 Celebration of Walt Disney Art Classics is now open to past attendees. However, registration will be open to all Disney fans beginning October 15. So dig out your letterman sweaters, saddle shoes, penny loafers, poodle skirts and leather jackets as we go on a retro Disney "Blast to the Past" next May at the Disneyland Resort! It's going to be a gas!
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LPWire: Enesco Named Exclusive Licensee for the Walt Disney Classics Collection (Coll) posted: 9/22/03
Enesco Group, Inc., a leader in the giftware, collectible and home decor industry, today announced the company is expanding its relationship with Disney Consumer Products, becoming the exclusive licensee for the "Walt Disney Classics Collection" and assuming management of the "Walt Disney Collector's Society" in January 2004.
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NYTimes: Against All Odds, Disney Family Fare for Parents, Too (Movies) posted: 9/22/03
The September 21st New York Times talks about Disney's success with live-action movies this summer as the Disney company offers films that the entire family can enjoy together.
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DowJones: Disney Shuts Brazil Office As Brazilians' Visits Slow (WDW) posted: 9/22/03
The September 19th Dow Jones reports Walt Disney World has closed its travel office in Brazil which has been open since 1996.
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OrlSen: Whose Line's Wayne Brady Wins Emmy (Movies) posted: 9/22/03
The September 22nd Orlando Sentinel reports Wayne Brady won an emmy for variety performer. His emmy was Disney-owned ABC lone victory during last night's Emmys.
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Screamscape: Lightyear Attraction Rumors (DL) posted: 9/22/03
Screamscape offers the rumor that construction could begin as early as October 3rd on a Buzz Lightyear attraction for Disneyland's Tomorrowland.
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WDWMagic: Update includes Stitch attraction, Stunt Show, Philharmagic and More (WDW) posted: 9/22/03
WDWMagic offers updates on the Stitch attraction, Stunt show construction, Tomorroland rehab, Treehouse rehab and Philharmagic AP preview images.
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LPWire: Auction Features Disney Art (Coll) posted: 9/22/03
The show will offer up some fantastic pieces of Disney memorabilia including original 1950's attraction posters and Walt Disney signed stationary. Full catalogue details can be found at the Auction-World dot TV site.
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Broadway: Looking Back: Two by Menken (Movies) posted: 9/22/03
Broadway talks about Menken musicals.
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OrBusJrn: i.d.e.a.s. teams with cable TV distributor (WDW) posted: 9/22/03
i.d.e.a.s., the creative development, production and post-production company that is part of Disney-MGM Studios is working with CableReady to develop television shows.
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LPWire: Disney Tweens Features on Upcoming Christmas Albums (Movies) posted: 9/22/03
The upcoming Christmas albums My Christmas Dream and Wild Christmas features various Disney tweens including Raven, Tawj Mowry, and Daveigh Chase.
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LPWire: John Madden Goes High-Tech, Relies on KVH Satellite Systems to Stay in Touch on the Road (General) posted: 9/22/03
As co-host of ABC's Monday Night Football, Madden needs to stay informed at all times, even while on the road 50 hours a week en route to the NFL's weekly marquee event. To stay connected, Madden relies upon the award-winning in-motion satellite systems from Middletown, RI-based KVH Industries (Nasdaq: KVHI), including a KVH TracVision L3 in-motion satellite television system, and a KVH TracNet 2.0 Mobile High-speed Internet System with wireless networking to his laptop computers.
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Disneyland SHAG Product Release & Signing, Saturday Sep 20 (DL,Coll) posted: 9/19/03
Created in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the Enchanted Tiki Room, comes the memorable serigraph, "One Enchanted Evening." This enchanting serigraph created by Artist, Shag features Guests enjoying the crazy antics of their attraction hosts...which is surely for the birds. Serigraph comes complete with a certificate of authenticity. Artist, Josh Agle will be on hand for a special appearance & signing from 10a - 1p. A variety of merchandise based upon the serigraph will be available at the event.
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NFFC: LA Chapter of NFFC Hosts Author Bill Cotter, Sunday, Sep 21 (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
Join The Studio Chapter at 1p on Sunday, September 21st at the Mary Pickford Education Center at the Autry Museum of Western Heritage, as we present a program about the history of Disney televison shows. Our guest will be Bill Cotter, author of the book The Wonderful World of Disney Television. Bill will share information with us about some of the great programs that Disney has aired over the years. Guests are welcome.
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LPWire: Alice Davis To Make Guest Appearance at the Historic Walt Disney Barn, Sunday Sep 21 (DL) posted: 9/19/03
Guests visiting Walt's Barn on Sunday, September 21, will have the opportunity to personally meet Alice Davis, who will be available for reminiscing and autographs from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and bring their cameras & autograph books. Admission and parking to this special event are free.
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Haunted Mansion The Official Movie Website Adds Previews (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
Previews for Disney's Haunted Mansion are available.
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Greg'sPreview: Behind the Scenes of Haunted Mansion (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
Producer Don Hahn and the crew from 'The Haunted Mansion' explain how they brought the popular Disney attraction to life.
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Mediaweek: Threat Matrix Ratings Performance (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
Mediaweek announces ABC's Threat Matrix premiered in third place behind CBS Survivor and Friends repeat.
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CBSMW: Eisner Among Forbes list of 400 Richest Americans (General) posted: 9/19/03
With $630 million, Michael Eisner is listed at 385 on the Forbes 400 list.
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HR: ABC Family 'Picking' up Kudrow film (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
According to the September 19th Hollywood Reporter, ABC Family has signed Lisa Kudrow as executive producer for the romantic comedy Picking Up and Dropping Off.
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NYTimes: Every Year, a Family Trip to See Mickey (WDW) posted: 9/19/03
New York Times columnist Stephanie Rosenbloom talks about her family's yearly visits to Walt Disney World dating back to 1977.
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LPWire: Disney's Third Annual Fiesta Latina at DCA Continues Sunday, Sep 21 (DL) posted: 9/19/03
The event is presented by Mission ® Foods during the last three weekends of September; September 13-14, 20-21 and 27-28, and the first weekend of October; October 4-5 and features world famous Latino musical acts, dancers, food and arts & crafts In addition to the great entertainment offered in past years, this year's celebration will include a family ticket and free parking offer.
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LP: NZ's Sky TV Adds 3 Channels, Drops CNBS (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
Sky Television has announced today that it will launch UKTV, The History Channel and Disney Channel before the end of the year on Start-up, Sky Digital's basic package. Disney Channel, a market leader in family television will launch on December 24 and will broadcast 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on Sky digital channel 40.
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OrlSen: Partner to operate Wolfgang Puck Cafe (WDW) posted: 9/19/03
Levy Restaurants who have partnered with Wolfgang Puck before will assume the day-to-operations of the Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe in Downtown Disney, Florida.
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Zap2It: ABC's 'I'm with Her' Delivers a Fall Valentine (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
Zap2It discusses ABC's romantic comedy I'm With Her which premieres Tuesday, September 23rd.
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OrSen: Emmy Nominees (Movies) posted: 9/19/03
The Orlando Sentinel offers a complete list of nominees for the 55th Primetime Emmys including ABC's Alias.
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OrlSen: Cuts hit nerve at Universal (WDW) posted: 9/19/03
Universal Orlando continues cost-cutting however the recent move to have back-office workers empty their own garbage three days a week has been rescinded.
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Now Showing at AMC Pleasure Island 24 (WDW) posted: 9/19/03
Movies showing at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 include American Wedding ( R ), Anything Else ( R ), Bad Boys II ( R ), Cabin Fever ( R), Cold Creek Manor ( R ), Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (PG-13), The Fighting Temptations (PG-13), Finding Nemo (G), Freaky Friday (PG), Freddy Vs Jason ( R ), The Italian Job (PG-13), Jeepers Creeper 2 ( R ), Matchstick Men (PG-13), The Medallion (PG-13), The Medallion (PG-13), Once Upon a Time in Mexico ( R ), Open Range ( R ), The Order ( R ), Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (PG-13), S.W.A.T. (PG-13), Seabiscuit (PG-13), Secondhand Lions (PG), Spy Kids 3D: Game Over (PG), Underworld ( R ) and Uptown Girls (PG-13). Call theaters for showtimes (407) 298-4488
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Now Showing at AMC 12 Theatres Downtown Disney ® (DL) posted: 9/19/03
Movies showing at the AMC 12 Downtown Disney ® include Anything Else ( R ), Cabin Fever ( R ), Cold Creek Manor ( R ), Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (PG-13), The Fighting Temptations (PG-13), Freaky Friday (PG), Matchstick Men (PG-13), Once Upon a Time in Mexico ( R ), Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (PG-13), S.W.A.T. (PG-13), Secondhand Lions (PG), and Uptown Girls (PG-13). Call theaters for showtimes (714) 769 4AMC.
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Weekend Showings at the AMC Ikspiari 16 (OD) posted: 9/19/03
Among the movies showing this weekend at the AMC Ikspiari 16 are Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life, The Four Feathers, TSURIBAKANISSHI14, The Pirates of the Caribbean, ODORUDAISOUSASEN 2, Robot Contest, Simone, Guuzen nimo Saiaku na Shounen, Adaptation, Basic, Welcome to Collinwood, Zatoichi, 28 Days Later, Crash, Nowhere in Africa, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Dragon Head, Juon2, Hero, and Get Up!
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Now Showing at the Gaumont 15 Disney Village (OD) posted: 9/19/03
Movies showing at the Gaumont 15 in the Disney Village are Les Invasions Barbares, La Blonde Contre-Attaque, Identity, Braquage A Litalienne, Jeux Denfants, Les Associes, Willard, Bruce Tout-Puissant, Pirates Des Caraibes, La Malediction du Black Pearl, Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Le Berceau De La Vie, Bienvenue Au Gite, Bye Bye Love!, Phone Game, The Eye, Pere Et Fils, Dedales and Sinbad La Legende Des Sept Mers.
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LATimes: Disneyland Roller Coaster Injuries Revealed by State (DL) posted: 9/18/03
The September 18th Los Angeles Times reports two dozen people have reported injuries on Disneyland's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad but follow-up state investigations and ride inspections did not reveal any safety problems.
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Reuters: ABC's John Ritter Tribute Tops Prime-Time Ratings (Movies) posted: 9/18/03
ABC's one-hour special John Ritter: Life of Laughter averaged more than 14 million viewers.
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Reviews of ABC's Threat Matrix, Premieres Tonight (Movies) posted: 9/18/03
Reviews of ABC's Threat Matrix which premieres Thursday, September 18th.
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InvBusDaily: Pixar, Disney Agreement Yet To Surface (Movies) posted: 9/18/03
Investor's Business Daily reports Pixar and Disney have been tight lipped about their ongoing talks but offers investigators expectations that a new deal between the two studios is anticipated and offers the benefits of continuing the relationship.
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HR: Disney's 'Beauty' Is a Beast in Video Sales (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/18/03
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Disney's home video and dvd release Sleeping Beauty led sales by a wide margin for the week ending September 9th.
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SydMorningHerald: Disney sets the stage for child actors safety (Movies) posted: 9/18/03
The Sydney Morning Herald discusses "working with children: care policy" developed by the management at Disney Theatrical Productions (Australia) and the actors' union. The policy focuses on making the theatrical work environment positive for the company's four boys and four girls, aged between 10 and 12, who play Simba and Nala.
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Aerial Hong Kong Disneyland Photo (OD) posted: 9/18/03
Aerial image of the Hong Kong Disneyland site taken in August 2003.
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DowJones: Hong Kong Disneyland On Schedule To Open 2005/2006 (OD) posted: 9/18/03
The September 18th Dow Jones Business News reports construction activity is expected to peak in the second half of 2004.
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USAToday: A fairy-tale bending (Movies) posted: 9/18/03
In article about fairy tale retellings on stage and film, Disney's feature animation chief, David Stainton talks about Disney's return to the fairy tales with Rapunzel
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LPWire: Pediatric & Family Medical Center Dedicates New Building and Honors Eisners (General) posted: 9/18/03
Disney Chairman and CEO Michael Eisner; his wife, Jane; and their three sons, Breck, Eric, and Anders were honored today at a ceremony dedicating a new building at the Eisner Pediatric & Family Medical Center in downtown Los Angeles. The expansion of the center was initiated with a $2.5 million gift from The Eisner Foundation.
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Disney Film Casting in Philadelphia (Movies) posted: 9/18/03
Disney's National Treasure with Nicholas Cage is looking for men, women and children, all ages, all ethnicities. The Jerry Bruckheimer produced film starts shooting Oct 3rd in the Philadelphia area.
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NYTimes: ABC Will Continue Series That Starred John Ritter (Movies) posted: 9/17/03
The September 17th New York Times offers ABC executives comments on the planned course for 8 Simple Rules following the sudden death of its star, John Ritter.
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LATimes: ABC to Continue Show After Loss of John Ritter (Movies) posted: 9/17/03
The September 17th Los Angeles Times offers Amy Yasbeck's comments on her husband's passing and ABC's decision to continue 8 Simple Rules.
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Disneyland: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Film Screening (DL) posted: 9/17/03
On Thursday, October 30th the Disneyland Resort will host an interactive screening of Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, costume contest, spooky "trick or treat" experience, Mansion Holiday ride and commemorative pin. Tickets for the event ar $35 per guest and online registration begins September 24 at 9a PDT.
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Screamscape: Epcot's Project Gemini / SSE:Time Racers is as good as dead (WDW) posted: 9/17/03
Screamscape talks about the latest hurdle Epcot's Project Gemini is rumored to have stumbled upon and announces the Studios will add Dine with an Imagineer.
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WDWMagic: Philarmagic and Everest Photos, Stunt Show update (WDW) posted: 9/17/03
WDWMagic offers images from Mickey's Philharmagic and Everest construction.
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Aug - Sep 2003 Online Exhibits (DL,Movies,General) posted: 9/17/03
The online museum features excerpts from an interview with one of Walt's favorite stars, Dean Jones who provides a real insiders view of Walt and filmmaking, while another online exhibit answers the question, "Did Walt Have Dyslexia?"
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LPWire: ABC.com Launches Exclusive Internet Programming for The Bachelor (Movies) posted: 9/17/03
ABC.com today announced its airing of exclusive daily interviews with the new Bachelor, Bob Guiney, leading up to the television show's premiere on Wednesday, September 24th. Additionally, the site will feature The Bachelor Rose Ceremony prediction game & sweepstakes, show trivia and a customized Evite as a way for fans to organize viewing parties.
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SanDiegoChannel: Disney Immortalizes Sabre Springs Boy In Video Game (Coll) posted: 9/17/03
The September 16th The San Diego Channel talks with Ryan Hollerman who was transformed into a video game character for Disney's "Extreme Skate Adventure"
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StarTele: Film premiere is a reel deal for the Alamo (Movies) posted: 9/17/03
Disney's Touchstone Pictures will premiere Alamo on December 13th at San Antonio's Majestic Theatre.
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AP: Tron 2.0 video game is sequel to movie (Movies,Coll) posted: 9/17/03
Tron 2.0 picks up the film's story two decades later. Tron's writer-director Steven Lisberger and Richard Taylor who created many the film's computer effects were consultants on the game and offer brief comments about its creation.
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FoxNewsChannel: From Disney World to the 'Honey-Do' (WDW,Coll) posted: 9/17/03
The September 17th Fox News announces the release of a new Disney World travel guide Luxury Guide to Walt Disney World.
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ManilaTimes: Disney Channel Asia launches animated short stories (Movies) posted: 9/17/03
The September 18th Manila Times discusses the Disney Channel Asia's collection of animated short stories featuring Asian folk heritage. The shorts have been picked up by other Disney Channels in Europe and the rest of the world. The article did not specifically mention any plans for Disney Channel USA.
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OCReg: John Ritter Tribute Tonight on ABC (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
According to the OC Register, ABC will host an hourlong tribute to John Ritter tonight.
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EOnline: ABC's "8 Simple Rules..." in Doubt (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
The September 15th E! Online discusses the possible ways ABC 8 Simple Rules following the death of its star, John Ritter.
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EOnline: ABC Wins Jessica Lynch Lottery (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
E! Online reports Diane Sawyer won the competition for the first TV interview with Jessica Lynch.
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HR: Pirates matches Matrix for year's holdover power (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
According to the September 16th Hollywood Reporter, Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean has dominated the international box office over the past five weeks.
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DailyNews: Disney pushing film downloads (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
The September 15th Daily News discusses Disney's commitment to the video-on-demand format.
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Zap2It: 'Threat Matrix' Hopes to Make ABC a Thursday Threat (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
Zap2It talks about ABC's Threat Matrix which premieres Thursday, September 18th will compete throughout the season with CBS' Survivor and NBC's Friends.
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Mediaweek: ESPN, ABC to Hold Sports Upfront Presentation (Movies,General) posted: 9/16/03
The September 15th Mediaweek reports ESPN and ABC Sports Customer Marketing and Sales will hold its annual all-sports upfront presentation at the end of October.
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JAM!Movies: Hilary Duff lands 'Perfect' role (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
The September 15th JAM! Movies reports Hilary Duff will star in The Perfect Man
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LPWire: Disney Online Honored with Seven WebAwards (General) posted: 9/16/03
Disney Online's movies.com, familyfun.com, disney.com, toontown.com, disneyblast.com and disney.com/hotshot were selected by the Web Marketing Association (WMA) for WebAwards, an award for website excellence.
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AWN: Eric Goldberg, Back in Action (Movies) posted: 9/16/03
Animation World News reporter Dr. Toon sat down with the animation veteran Eric Goldberg to rap about his experiences on Looney Tunes: Back in Action, as well as the rest of his intimidating resume. Eric animated and directed the stunning "Rhapsody In Blue"and "Carnival of the Animals"segments of Fantasia 2000. He is currently the animation director for Warner Bros. upcoming film Looney Tunes: Back In Action.
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LATimes: Family, Friends Celebrate Life of Man Killed at Disneyland (DL) posted: 9/15/03
The September 13th Los Angeles Times talks with the family and friends of Marcelo Torres, who died in the Big Thunder Railroad accident.
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Nick at Nite Celebrates the career of John Ritter (Movies) posted: 9/15/03
Nick at Nite will pre-empt Monday evening programming from 9 PM - 6 AM (ET/PT) to feature a special block of Three's Company episodes highlighting some of John Ritter's best moments in the series that made him famous.
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PhillyInquirer: ABC ponders fate of 8 Simple Rules (Movies) posted: 9/15/03
The September 15th Philadelphia Inquirer reports ABC is considering various paths for the hit comedy 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter following the sudden death of the show's star John Ritter.
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HR: ABC faces tough choices for future of Ritter show (Movies) posted: 9/15/03
The September 15th Hollywood Reporter states "the sudden death of John Ritter put in great jeopardy one of the most important blocks in ABC's rebuilding strategy."
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LATimes: Disney Changes Its Attitude (DL) posted: 9/15/03
The September 14th Los Angeles Times discusses the legislation that was put into effect following the tragic Columbia sailing ship accident.
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OrlSen: Theme parks say rides are safe (WDW) posted: 9/15/03
The September 13th Orlando Sentinel offers statements from Disney officials and other Central Florida theme park officials about their systems of maintenance to keep attractions safe for guests.
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OrBusJrn: Disney retro resort pops top on kitsch (WDW) posted: 9/15/03
The Orlando Business Journal takes a look at the development of Disney's Pop Century Resort which opens in December.
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OrBusJrn: i.d.e.a.s. expands into original TV production (WDW) posted: 9/15/03
According to the September 15th Orlando Business Journal, i.d.e.a.s. at Disney-MGM Studios announced its plans to expand into original television production via a parnership with CableReady with two potential series entitled, Rightful Heir and G.R.O.S.S. (goofy ridiculous outrageous strange science.
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