Tag: Mousellaneous

ScareLA: A Showcase of Fright

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
So, now that Halloween is creeping up on us once again, it’s time to take a look back at the ScareLA convention that was held this year for the celebration of the season. The weekend started off with a presentation commemorating the Haunted Mansion’s 45th anniversary, with Disney Legends Bob Gurr and Alice Davis, hosted … Continue reading "ScareLA: A Showcase of Fright"
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E3 2014: Bring on the Games (Part 2)

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The second game Disney Interactive was showcasing at this year’s E3 was “Disney Fantasia: Music Evolved.” This game was also presented at last year’s E3 (/blogs/lauragilbreath/2013/06/e3_the_wrap_up.html), but a final release date has been announced for October 21, 2014. A musical motion game, it has the player making directed movements in conjunction with a varied playlist … Continue reading "E3 2014: Bring on the Games (Part 2)"
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E3 2014: Bring on the Games (Part 1)

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
So E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) 2014 has come and gone, leaving in its wake initial impressions of everything new and upcoming in the world of video games. All the major console companies had their usual gigantic booths displaying the latest in hardware and software… …and of course, no shortage of avid gamers enjoying the various … Continue reading "E3 2014: Bring on the Games (Part 1)"
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Round Up Rodeo!

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
Today I am arbitrarily starting a new periodic feature in which I briefly “round up” some of the miscellaneous Disney-ish happenings I’ve recently come across but didn’t blog about earlier. Because sharing is caring. In the beginning of May, I, along with around 80 others, boarded the Disney Fantasy for the AllEars group cruise. Were … Continue reading "Round Up Rodeo!"
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Wonderful, Wonderful WonderCon.

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
In the summer, a young (or less-young) nerd's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of cons. This year's convention season kicked off with WonderCon, once again held in Anaheim. Disney was well represented by many of its myriad branches in panels, merchandise, and, of course, cosplay.
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Disney Infinity 2.0: Here Come the Avengers!

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
This week Disney Infinity held an event introducing their next generation of the popular Disney Infinity video game, Disney Infinity 2.0, and some of the new characters, notably Marvel Cinematic Universe’s The Avengers. During the presentation, hosted by Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD star Clark Gregg, various details of “Phase Two,” were shown and described. Among … Continue reading "Disney Infinity 2.0: Here Come the Avengers!"
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CTN animation eXpo: An In-Depth Look at the Art and Business of Animation

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
For those with a deep interest in the field of Animation, either as entertainment or as a profession, one event that should be on your radar is the CTN (Creative Talent Network) Animation Expo held annually in Burbank. For those like myself, with a recreational interest in animation, the eXpo offers a variety of panels … Continue reading "CTN animation eXpo: An In-Depth Look at the Art and Business of Animation"
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Grand Opening of The New Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop.

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
On November 15, Ghirardelli Chocolate Company officially opened to replace the recently-departed Disney’s Soda Fountain & Studio Store, to become the new Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop. Despite some overcast weather, spirits were bright as host Andrea Feczko introduced the Hollywood High band and a few familiar faces. She was followed by a number … Continue reading "Grand Opening of The New Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop."
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Blank: A Vinylmation Love Story

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
A new upcoming online video series from Disney Interactive Video will be debuting at the D23 Expo next month: Blank: A Vinylmation Love Story. Here to explain a little about it is Matt Wyatt, Director of Creative / Producer at Disney Online Originals. On my visit to the studios, Matt and the rest of the … Continue reading "Blank: A Vinylmation Love Story"
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