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New ‘Magic of Disney Animation’ Attraction Coming to Hollywood Studios in 2026 Disney’s Hollywood Studios will welcome a brand-new family attraction, “The Magic of Disney Animation,” set to open in 2026. Inspired by the Emmy Award-winning short film “Once Upon A Studio,” the new experience will take over the space currently occupied by Star Wars: […]
Disney World has confirmed more large-scale closures for its Hollywood Studios theme park. Credit: Disney Disney World has announced a new attraction called “The Magic of Disney Animation” will replace Star Wars: Launch Bar at Hollywood Studios. The entire Animation Courtyard area of the park will be reimagined, with Disney Jr. Play and Dance! set to permanently close on September 25, 2025. “Our story in this newly reimagined space begins as the animators have temporarily stepped away… but the building is still buzzing with activity as the characters have come to life and they’re ready to play,” stated Disney in an official release. “The Magic of Disney Animation” opens in 2026. Stay tuned here at Inside the Magic for all Disney World news and updates. The post BREAKING: Disney World Announces Closure of Entire Theme Park Area appeared first on Inside the Magic.
Walt Disney World has just announced plans for Animation Courtyard and the Star Wars: Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Somewhat surprisingly, Disney is going back to its roots for the area, creating an experience called Magic of Disney Animation! Additionally, the entire Animation Courtyard area will be renamed and repurposed to The Walt Disney Studios. Here’s the announcement: The Walt Disney Studios Replacing Animation Courtyard Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California, is a place of pure magic – artists go in… beloved characters and films come out. Now, imagine stepping inside those iconic walls and seeing Disney Animation characters leap off the screen and into our world. That was the heart and premise of the Emmy Award-winning short film, “Once Upon A Studio,” and soon, it will inspire a brand-new experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Housed in a building reminiscent of the iconic Roy E. Disney Animation Building, this upcoming family experience, “The Magic of Disney Animation,” is getting ready to bring the wonder of animation to life like never before. New Adventures Under the Sorcerer Hat In 2026, the current home of Star Wars: Launch Bay will transform into a place where kids and kids at heart can laugh, draw, dream, and explore animated new experiences. Topping the building will be Mickey’s iconic Sorcerer Hat (just like the real building in California!), which will cast a spell with pixie dust. Our story in this newly reimagined space begins as the animators
Epic Universe was supposed to change everything. Seen as Universal Orlando Resort’s biggest swing yet, the brand-new theme park was built to rival Disney in innovation and immersion. The hype? Through the roof. The expectations? Astronomical. But just a few months after its highly anticipated grand opening, things aren’t looking so… epic. A Hopeful Start On paper, Epic Universe should be a massive win for Universal. It’s packed with brand-new concepts, jaw-dropping lands, and some of the most advanced ride tech the theme park world has ever seen. From racing through SUPER NINTENDO WORLD to exploring the gothic thrills of Dark Universe, the park is full of immersive storytelling and visually stunning environments. How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk even brings a fresh family-friendly vibe with interactive play areas and flight-themed attractions. Epic Universe was built to impress—and creatively, it does. But even with all these incredible features, the one thing the park can’t seem to hold onto… is a crowd. Credit: Andrew Boardwine, Inside the Magic Crowds Vanish—And Universal Can’t Ignore It In the early weeks, Epic Universe drew in the masses. There were packed walkways, massive wait times, and guests eager to experience lands like Celestial Park, Dark Universe, and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD. But now? The energy has shifted. Crowds have thinned significantly this summer, not just because of the heat. Social media has photos showing wide-open spaces where
There’s a brand new NIGHTTIME PARADE in Magic Kingdom and we’re sharing the 5 tips you’ll NEED to have the best and easiest time seeing Disney Starlight! The post AllEars TV: 5 TIPS For Disney World’s NEW Must Do Nighttime Parade — Disney Starlight appeared first on AllEars.Net.
Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California, is a place of pure magic – artists go in… beloved characters and films come out. Now, imagine stepping inside those iconic walls and seeing Disney Animation characters leap off the screen and into our world. That was the heart and premise of the Emmy Award-winning short film, “Once Upon A Studio,” and soon, it will inspire a brand-new experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Housed in a building reminiscent of the iconic Roy E. Disney Animation Building, this upcoming family experience, “The Magic of Disney Animation,” is getting ready to bring the wonder of animation to life like never before. New Adventures Under the Sorcerer Hat In 2026, the current home of Star Wars: Launch Bay will transform into a place where kids and kids at heart can laugh, draw, dream, and explore animated new experiences. Topping the building will be Mickey’s iconic Sorcerer Hat (just like the real building in California!), which will cast a spell with pixie dust. Our story in this newly reimagined space begins as the animators have temporarily stepped away… but the building is still buzzing with activity as the characters have come to life and they’re ready to play! Inside, you will interact with and explore silly takes on the iconic Disney Animation headquarters, including the many different studio departments. Only this time, some of our favorite pals have taken over to create the
Heads up if you’re heading to Disney World this August. The post CONFIRMED: Full List of Disney World Ride Closures in August 2025 appeared first on AllEars.Net.
Test Track is finally open at EPCOT! The post NEWS: Test Track Has Officially REOPENED at Disney World appeared first on AllEars.Net.
An X (Twitter) user has shared a violent and hateful post targeting The Legend of Zelda creator Shigeru Miyamoto following last week’s announcement that the upcoming live-action film had landed its two lead stars, British actors Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth. On July 16, Miyamoto shared a tweet announcing Bragason and Ainsworth, who will play Princess Zelda and Link, respectively, in the big-screen adaptation of the video game series: “This is Miyamoto. I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san. I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen. (1/2)” 宮本です。「ゼルダの伝説」の実写映画は、ゼルダ役をBo Bragasonさん、リンク役をBenjamin Evan Ainsworthさんに演じていただくことになりました。おふたりの出演が今から楽しみです。「ゼルダの伝説」実写映画は2027年5⽉7⽇に劇場公開予定です。もうしばらくお待ちください。 pic.twitter.com/jctWHvvYgi — 任天堂株式会社 (@Nintendo) July 16, 2025 Some Fans Aren’t Happy with the Zelda Casting Countless fans of the long-running Zelda video game series, which began way back in 1986, praised the dual casting, not only because of the likeness the actors share with their respective characters, but also because they’re both relatively unknown talents. However, there has been a huge amount of discourse surrounding the casting of Bragason, with many other fans expressing their disappointment at Nintendo for not choosing trans actor Hunter Schafer, known for her roles in Euphoria and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, after she was “fan-cast” into the role of Princess Zelda in 2023. But it seems Schafer was never actually in talks to play Zelda. Despite rumors shared by an