Theme park news: Biden coming to Hall of Presidents / Disney exec pay restored amid mass layoffs / Dorney Park vaccines
Disney did not say how long the Hall of Presidents refurbishment would last.
California holding off theme park reopening guidelines as battle with Disney heats up
After weeks of demanding guidelines be released, theme park operators asked for a delay and further discussion with the state of California.
Park notes: Disneyland unions oppose July 17 reopening / SeaWorld scheduling changes
Disneyland unions wrote to California Gov. Gavin Newsom, saying they're not convinced the resort can be operated safely for a July 17 reopening.
REVIEW: ‘The Imagineering Story’ on Disney+
The episode weaves an interesting tale with plenty of captivating footage to go along with it, enticing both the hardcore and casual Disney parks fan.
Ride overlays coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
This will be the first time attractions will get overlays just for the party, unlike longer, seasonal enhancements like Jingle Cruise.
Disney World offering 5 days of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge passholder previews
Passholders are already being warned they won’t be able to experience everything in Galaxy’s Edge during their four-hour time slot.
Disney World releases details on cast member, passholder previews of Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will see almost a full month of previews before it opens to the general public on Aug. 29.
Universal parks saw flat growth in Comcast’s 1st quarter
For financial analysts, the main point of discussion on the earnings call was the company’s plans for a NBCUniversal streaming service in the wake of archrival Disney unveiling its own streaming platform, Disney+.
Disney+ lineup includes shows dedicated to theme parks
When the Disney+ streaming service launches on Nov. 12, one of its first original shows will be a documentary series about Walt Disney Imagineering.