Disney reveals more details about its first Latina princess, Elena of Avalor

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The Walt Disney Co. announced earlier this year that it would introduce its first Latina princess, Elena of Avalor, this summer. Her debut is planned for a special episode of Disney Junior’s “Sofia The First” and then will be followed by her own show later in the summer on Disney Channel. Recently, Disney released more … Continue reading "Disney reveals more details about its first Latina princess, Elena of Avalor"
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Disney’s ‘Dream Big, Princess’ campaign launches with events at Disney Parks, on TV

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The Walt Disney Co. has announced a new initiative that is designed to inspire girls in particular, and kids in general, “to realize their full potential and dream big.” The “Dream Big, Princess” campaign launched last week with stories of real girls who share the qualities of other strong women, the Disney Princesses, and are … Continue reading "Disney’s ‘Dream Big, Princess’ campaign launches with events at Disney Parks, on TV"
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‘Ever After High’ books target tweens with spinoff on princess fairy tales

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Tween girls who know the Disney Princess stories by heart and are looking to extend those fairy tales may be excited to discover the spinoff stories about the women’s children. The “Ever After High” book series by author Shannon Hale debuted last summer and has quickly become popular with girls ages 8 to 12, including … Continue reading "‘Ever After High’ books target tweens with spinoff on princess fairy tales"
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Disney and Hallmark create at-home birthday party kits

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At our house, birthday-party planning for the kids begins almost as soon as the current celebration concludes. And by that, I don’t mean that I am organized enough to commit a year in advance to what my children will like and want to do with their friends, but they can dream about the possibilities. We … Continue reading "Disney and Hallmark create at-home birthday party kits"
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Harrods’ Disney Princesses Dresses Debut in the Treasures of Walt Disney Archives

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HARRODS’ DISNEY PRINCESS DRESSES MAKE THEIR U.S. DEBUT AT THE D23 EXPO IN TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES BURBANK, Calif. – July 22, 2013 – A stunning display of exclusive gowns inspired by Disney’s iconic Princesses will make their U.S. debut at the D23 Expo inside the Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives exhibit. … Continue reading "Harrods’ Disney Princesses Dresses Debut in the Treasures of Walt Disney Archives"
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Jim’s Attic: The Park Princess Problem

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Disney Historian Jim Korkis goes up into his imaginary attic to rummage around his archives and often stumbles across an unusual story about Walt Disney World. Those who have met me know that I take real joy in talking about Walt Disney. My nieces have grown too old for the Disney Princess merchandise and my … Continue reading "Jim’s Attic: The Park Princess Problem"
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Disney introduces Princess-inspired quinceañera dresses and offers celebrations at theme parks

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Following the popularity of wedding dresses inspired by the Disney Princesses, a new collection of special-occasion gowns that hint at royalty has been developed for girls celebrating their 15th birthdays. The Disney Royal Ball Quinceañera Dress Collection debuted this week from Disney Consumer Products and Ashdon Inc. Similar to a “Sweet 16,” a quinceañera is … Continue reading "Disney introduces Princess-inspired quinceañera dresses and offers celebrations at theme parks"
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New D-Tech Me Disney dolls may not be for everyone

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Almost exactly a year ago, I wrote about a friend and fellow Walt Disney World passholder who was invited to test a new merchandise concept. The invitations were sent to a limited number of families with girls 3 to 16 years old, and during their sessions they helped determine how the new D-Tech Me customized … Continue reading "New D-Tech Me Disney dolls may not be for everyone"
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Tips for celebrating National Princess Week at Walt Disney World

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Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway star in “The Princess Diaries” and “The Princess Diaries: Royal Engagement.” The first National Princess Week begins tomorrow, April 22, and its founders want to invite children “to celebrate the sparkle and wonder of every princess — real, aspiring or imagined.” Academy Award-winning actress, singer and best-selling children’s book author … Continue reading "Tips for celebrating National Princess Week at Walt Disney World"
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Special Preview Princess and the Frog – Zeigfeld Theatre

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The Princess & The Frog – Special Preview in New York City’s Zeigfeld Theatre By Guest Blogger Michele Q. Lindsay I like to call it “The Connecticut Connection”. Snow White, Walt Disney’s first princess, was voiced and sung by Bridgeport, Connecticut native Adriana Caselotti. Anika Noni Rose of Bloomfield, CT is the first actress since … Continue reading "Special Preview Princess and the Frog – Zeigfeld Theatre"
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