Tag: Disney MGM Studios

Disney Canceled 3 BIG Projects in Hollywood Studios
Posted onDisney’s Hollywood Studios has evolved over the years. It was once a theme park full of movie sets, stunt shows like Lights, Motor, Action, and the Backlot Tour. It now has some of the biggest thrill rides and IP attractions in Disney World. There are BIG future plans for this park, but with that, it … Continue reading "Disney Canceled 3 BIG Projects in Hollywood Studios"

‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ and ‘The Harvey Girls’ Have Unmistakable Disney Connections
Posted onThere are Disney movie, and then there are movies that have the look, feel and sound of a Disney movie … but aren’t. "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" and "The Harvey Girls" have unmistakable Disney connections.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Identity Crisis: From MGM to Galaxy’s Edge
Posted onA lot of changes have happened around Hollywood Studios lately. What have they made of the park, and what have we left behind? Find out here!
Jim’s Attic: The Hidden Handprints of The Magic of Animation
Posted onThe Hidden Handprints of The Magic of Animation On May 1, 1989, the Disney MGM Studios officially opened with a dedication ceremony led by then CEO Michael Eisner. However, not long afterwards on that same day, there was another dedication ceremony in front of The Magic of Disney Animation building. Roy E. Disney talked at … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: The Hidden Handprints of The Magic of Animation"
Sweetums
Posted onParades are fun no matter if they’re in your hometown, on television or at a county fair. It’s a wonderful excuse to high-five people, hand out candy, clap, and hoot and holler. Disney does an excellent job with parades as we all know and enjoy. My all-time favorite was Disneyland’s Parade of the Stars for … Continue reading "Sweetums"
My Sister and I
Posted onMy sister, Donna McMurrey, visits WDW at least twice yearly. Her real job is Assistant Principal at a high school in Dallas, Texas, but she wants to eventually retire to a job at WDW as the character Timon! She enjoys Disney World as much as I do and helps me find Hidden Mickeys. Donna is … Continue reading "My Sister and I"
Preparing for MouseFest, 2007
Posted onI lead Hidden Mickey hunts in the four major WDW theme parks during MouseFest. 2007 will be my fifth MouseFest, and more authors, webmasters, podcasters, and guest registrants than ever before will congregate soon at this wonderful celebration. I look forward to MouseFest all year long; it’s an ideal time to reconnect with Disney friends. … Continue reading "Preparing for MouseFest, 2007"
Jedi Training Academy
Posted onOnce just a part of the Star Wars Weekends at the Disney/MGM Studios, the Jedi Training Academy was a small stage show where children could learn to use the lightsaber and battle Darth Vader. The show proved so popular that Disney built a permanent training academy next to the entrance of the Star Tours attraction. … Continue reading "Jedi Training Academy"