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Character News and Updates From Around the Web - Halloween Season begins in DL, DLP Updates and MNSSHP Update
DisneyDan  Saturday, September 17, 2011 12:49:58 PM

Hi all,

Just some small updates for you this evening.

First off, over in California Halloween Season has gotten under way this weekend. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Chip and Dale have all began appearing in their seasonal costumes on Main Street, and the Villains have returned to the Small World Mall area. Over in DCA Duffy has donned a special pumpkin hat and sweater and his meet 'n' greet area has been given a neat seasonal overlay.

Loren should have a full photo update on the Character Central Forums by the end of the weekend, so look out for that one!

Across the country in Florida, and just one minor change to the characters at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party - Donald and Daisy have moved from the Adventureland Gazebo to near the Winnie the Pooh attraction in Fantasyland. I imagine this is due to the fact there is quite a high volume of characters in that one small area of Adventureland, and they needed spreading out more (others just in Adventureland include Tarzan, Jane and Terk, Rafiki, the Fairies, Aladdin, Jasmine and Genie, and Jack Sparrow; hence the need for the move).
You can check out the full 2011 MNSSHP Character line up here.

Over in Disneyland Paris the Princess Pavilion in Fantasyland is coming along really nicely, and is expected to officially open on October 8th. It will be the new permanent home of the Disney Princesses and is a new, extravagantly themed indoor location. It utilises the space formerly occupied by the Small World post show.

Finally, staying in Paris, but in the Studios, Push the Talking Trash Can has made a random, but much welcomed return this week. He has been spotted out and about on a few occasions. We don't know if this is permanent yet, but we hope it is.

Ok, that's all for now,

Dan.

Mickey's Not So Scary line-up! (updated 17/9/11)
DisneyDan  Wednesday, September 14, 2011 9:17:31 AM

Hi all,

So last night saw the first Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party of the season at the Magic Kingdom, and so we can now officially confirm what the line-up is!

Starting on Main Street, in Town Square Theater's Princess Room there are Cinderella, Prince Charming, Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, Snow White and The Prince.

In the Magician's Dressing Room are Mickey and Minnie. Interestingly, when they go for their break from sets, they return in alternating outfits. So you could potentially see either the Magician and Witch outfits as seen from the last four years, or Pirate Mickey and Princess Minnie as seen at the old Pirate and Princess Parties from long ago.

In Town Square you can meet the Pooh friends. Three of the four's outfits remain unchanged from previous years (Pirate Tigger, Clown Eeyore and Butterfly Piglet), but this year Pooh has ditched the Super Sleuth outfit, and is now an orange and black Tigger-esque bumblebee!

On the other side of the street at the Tour Guide Garden Duffy joins the celebrations, and can be found wearing an orange pumpkin design sweater and a pumpkin hat.

Moving up to the Hub, and the Villains were as expected - the Tremaines, Lotso, Jafar and Gaston.

Moving left into Adventureland and Aladdin appeared with Jasmine and Genie, but I haven't seen anything of Abu yet. Hopefully he is there too, and was just on a break at the time!

Donald and Daisy have also moved to Adventureland this year due to the closure of Toontown. Daisy is still in her Princess costume, but Donald has now ditched his former pumpkin outfit in favour of the Pirate outfit as seen from the Pirate and Princess Parties, just like Mickey. UPDATE 17th September: Donald and Daisy have now moved to near the Winnie the pooh attraction in Fantasyland as Adventureland was getting quite crowded with all the characters!

As expected, Tinker Bell, Vidia and Rosetta were at in Pixie Hollow by the Veranda, and outside Tarzan, Jane and Terk, also as per previous years.

Rafiki was also in Adventureland, and I presume Timon, as he was meant to be, but I haven't seen anything about him as yet.

Jack Sparrow was meeting near Pirates of the Caribbean.

Going into Frontierland and by Splash Mountain were the Seven Dwarfs. In the Golden Horseshoe Woody, Jessie and Bullseye had their dance party as per previous years.

In Liberty Square Tiana and Naveen were at their regular daytime spot in the Glade.

Fantasyland features Alice and the Mad Hatter. Suzy and Perla also made an unannounced appearance, and later on Main Street, too.

In the Fairytale Garden was Aurora and Prince Phillip.

In Tomorrowland, Buzz Lightyear occupied his regular daytime spot, and Stitch donned his 626 outfit and joined Space Chip, Dale, Pluto and Goofy for his dance party at the Rockettower Plaza Stage.

The Villains Dance Mix and Mingle sees the return of Frollo as opposed to Jafar this year (last year Frollo was dropped in favour of Dr. Facilier, who also still stars).

As previous years, you can meet the Villains after the show. The Queen, Maleficent, The Queen of Hearts, Dr. Facilier, Cruella, Hook and Frollo come down from the stage for a short meet.

Finally to the parade. The opening title float has changed, and there is now a new mini Haunted Mansion float featuring some gravestones. Different characters now include Angelica, Christopher Robin (who used to be in it, but not for a few years) and Pooh in his new outfit that I described above. Sadly Horace Horsecollar has been dropped, and Clarabelle is now at the begining.

I think that's everything. If I have missed anything be sure to hit the Discuss button below and mention it on our forum!

That's all for now,

Dan.

Happy 6th Birthday Hong Kong Disneyland!
DisneyDan  Monday, September 12, 2011 9:00:24 AM
Today is Hong Kong Disneyland's 6th Birthday. So join us now for a character filled photo tour of Disney's third Asian park.   [ Read More... ]
Character News and Updates From Around the Web - Halloween details and random appearances across the parks, and a new character meal at WDW!
DisneyDan  Sunday, September 11, 2011 2:19:38 AM

Hi all,

This week has been fairly quiet on the character news front, but there are now a few more details emerging about the upcoming Halloween Season across the parks.

At Walt Disney World the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party line up has been released and can be found on our forums here. There are no real surprises as rumours had been flying around for a while. Just confirmation really of some of those expected, including Jack Sparrow, Lotso and Gaston.  [ Read More... ]

Happy 81st Birthday Pluto!
DisneyDan  Monday, September 5, 2011 1:13:02 PM
Today is Pluto's 81st Birthday, so join us in a picture tribute to Mickey's faithful pal.

Meeting Pluto

Pluto originally appeared as a blood hound in 1930 in a short cartoon, and went on to become Minnie's pet "Rover", before finally taking residence with Mickey Mouse in 1931.

Meeting Westernland Pluto

Pluto has a girlfriend by the name of Dinah the Dachshund, and has a dislike for chipmunks following one disastrous encounter at Christmas!

The Legend of Mythica

Pluto

Always by Mickey's side, a faithful friend and companion, Pluto is truly a Mouse's best friend.

Magical Moments - Meet 'n' Greet the Stars 'n' Cars

Mickey and Pluto
Happy Labor Day!
PeterPanFan  Monday, September 5, 2011 6:45:35 AM
Happy Labor Day!

Labor Day is an American holiday to celebrate the social and economic contributions of workers. It also serves as the unofficial end of the summer which is one of the busiest times of the year for all the hard working Disney cast members. So let us celebrate and thank all the cast members who make the magic happen!

Happy 10th Birthday Tokyo DisneySea!
DisneyDan  Sunday, September 4, 2011 7:55:24 AM
Today is the 10th Birthday of Tokyo Disney Resort's second gate park, Tokyo DisneySea.
So let us take a character filled tour of the park in wishing it Happy Birthday, with many more to come!  [ Read More... ]
Character News and Updates From Around the Web - DLP Christmas details leak including Duffy, and WDW Halloween details emerge too!
DisneyDan  Wednesday, August 31, 2011 10:14:42 AM

Hi all,

Today I learned that Disneyland Paris are due to be releasing their press statement regarding Christmas season very imminently. I had a sneak peak at it from a contact, and providing the information I saw does not change, then Duffy will be making his début at the park for the first time to the general public.  [ Read More... ]

Hong Kong Disneyland Trip Report - Part Six
DisneyDan  Tuesday, August 30, 2011 10:32:27 AM
Hi all,

Welcome to the final, albeit delayed, part of my Hong Kong Disneyland trip report.
There are just a few things that I wanted to talk about that did not really fit into the other parts, as they were more about the individual lands.
So I want to now just mention the 5th anniversary happenings, summer events and a couple of other special things that we did while we were there.
Since last September HKDL has been celebrating its fifth birthday, and this year made some additions and changes to the entertainment line-up.  [ Read More... ]
Last of the Summer Sun!
DisneyDan  Monday, August 29, 2011 3:35:00 AM
Today is a Bank Holiday here in the UK (a government holiday to some other countries).

Main Street Bank mural

It also marks the start of the last few days of summer before people return from their summer vacations to go back to school and work.
I thought we'd celebrate the last day of summer fun and sun by taking a look at what some of our Disney Character friends get up to on while they are on vacation!  [ Read More... ]
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