Coming out this December, the nostalgia is returning just in time for Christmas. Tonight though we got the first look of all the nostalgia as the first teaser trailer for "Mary Poppins Returns" has been released. As we celebrate Hollywood tonight its the trailer that is giving us Disney fans chills as we see the return of someone we've been waiting for a very long time.
It's just like the original, "Winds in the east, mist coming in. Like something' is brewin' and bout to begin. Can't put me finger on what lies in store. But I fear what's to happen all happened before." This Christmas a new story begins and check out below the first look at "Mary Poppins Returns":
“Mary Poppins Returns” stars: Emily Blunt as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure; Lin-Manuel Miranda as her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London; Ben Whishaw as Michael Banks; Emily Mortimer as Jane Banks; and Julie Walters as the Banks’ housekeeper Ellen; with Colin Firth as Fidelity Fiduciary Bank’s William Weatherall Wilkins; and Meryl Streep as Mary’s eccentric cousin, Topsy. The film also introduces three new Banks’ children played by Pixie Davies, Nathanael Saleh and newcomer Joel Dawson. Angela Lansbury appears as the Balloon Lady, a treasured character from the PL Travers books and Dick Van Dyke is Mr. Dawes Jr., the retired chairman of the bank now run by Firth’s character.
The film is directed by Rob Marshall from a screenplay by David Magee and screen story by Magee & Marshall & John DeLuca based upon The Mary Poppins Stories by PL Travers. The producers are Marshall, DeLuca and Marc Platt with Callum McDougall serving as executive producer and the music is by Marc Shaiman with songs by Shaiman and Scott Wittman.
The new Disney twenty three magazine is out and this issue celebrates 30 years of Disney Legends. Here is the release from D23:
JULY 6, 2017
By D23 Team
Walt Disney once said, “You can dream, create, design, and build the most wonderful place in the world… but it requires people to make the dream a reality,” and The Walt Disney Company has been honoring these dream makers in a very special way since 1987. The Disney Legends award was first introduced 30 years ago, and to celebrate, Disney twenty-three has created a unique stand-alone issue featuring all 267 current honorees, as well as the 10 new Legends, who will be inducted next week at D23 Expo 2017.
For the issue, exclusively for Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, Disney twenty-three Photo Editor Ty Popko photographed 40 Legends in Disney settings: from Walt Disney’s Office Suite and the Walt Disney Archives to Walt Disney World Resort and the Good Morning America studios. Featured Legends include Tim Allen, Hayley Mills, Paige O’Hara, Regis Philbin, Anika Noni Rose, Lea Salonga, Richard Sherman, and Dick Van Dyke.
What else can you expect from this one-of-a-kind issue? Kurt Russell gives a first-person account of his time working for Walt himself and the many Disney adventures he has had over the years, Richard Sherman pens a touching tribute to Annette Funicello, Dave Smith answers your Disney Legends Qs, and, of course, tons of photos from Disney Legends Awards ceremonies throughout the years.
Plus, Disney animator Eric Goldberg crafted a piece of artwork exclusively for this issue featuring more than 30 Disney Legends, including Julie Andrews, Steve Martin, Angela Lansbury, and Robin Williams. As a bonus, D23 Gold Members attending D23 Expo 2017 will receive a complimentary print of the artwork at the event.
The D23 Expo 2017 happens next week July 14-16 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Dick Van Dyke Will Appear in "Mary Poppins Returns":
"It's a jolly holiday with Mary." Great news for the sequel of "Mary Poppins" in Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke will be appearing according to a report by The Hollywood Reporter. He played the hilarious chimney sweep Bert in the original in 1964 alongside Oscar winner Julie Andrews.
The 91-year old Van Dyke is still going strong. The article is about several actors and actresses who are still working in their 90's. Van Dyke stated about joining the sequel, "[The sequel] supposedly takes place 20 years later and the kids are all grown up…It's a great cast — Meryl Streep, Angela Lansbury and that guy [Lin-Manuel Miranda] from Hamilton.”
"Mary Poppins Returns" will star Emily Blunt as Mary Poppins along with Miranda who will play a street lamplighter named Jack. Rob Marshall will direct and John DeLuca along with Marc Platt will serve as producers for the film. The film is scheduled to hit theaters Christmas Day 2018.
Saw Gerrera Set to Join "Star Wars Rebels": Confirmed: Today, a video has been released by Star Wars explaining that when "Star Wars Rebels" returns in January, Saw Gerrera will be appearing where his origins will be explained. Gerrera like in "Rogue One" will be voiced by Forest Whitaker. Check out the video below:
Original Story:
In a poster found at Toys R' Us, it appears Saw Gerrera recently from "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" and in the past "Star Wars Clone Wars" will be crossing over into "Star Wars Rebels" in the second half of Season 3. Here is the poster:
It appears as we will see why Saw had a falling out with the Rebellion after it was revealed in "Rogue One" she Mon Mothma tells Jyn that Saw was a liability for the rebellion and they weren't working with him anymore. When he appears in "Rebels" as he leads an investigation on Geonosis.
California Grill to Offer 'Brunch at the Top' Beginning 2/7:
The California Grill at Disney's Contemporary Resort will begin offering a Sunday Brunch in February called 'Brunch at the Top.' For the first time ever the restaurant, who usually offers the sights of the beautiful skyline around the Walt Disney World resort at night, will begin with the sights during the daytime.
The new Brunch at the Top is the perfect way to indulge on a leisurely Sunday – not quite breakfast, not quite lunch. Chef Brian Piasecki’s team is excited to launch a whole new menu to showcase their fresh, market-driven cuisine. Of course a glass of bubbly or wine (the restaurant has more than 1,600 bottles on display) pairs nicely. And there’s an over-the-top Bloody Mary Bar as well as cocktails and craft brews, as well as a signature brunch cocktail and faux “mimosas” for kids (though you can also stick with the custom-roast French press coffee).
To start the experience Brunch at the Top will offer an assortment of house-made breakfast pastries (such as caramel apple Monkey bread, Tillamock Cheddar biscuit, and cranberry scones pecan) delivered to your table with house-made jams and a orange blossom honey butter. At the show kitchen small tastes will be offered such as orange honey ham, deviled Lake Meadow Natural eggs, Greek Yogurt with vanilla-scented granola and fresh berries, kale and apple salad, among other offerings.
The main courses will be delivered table side and here is what you will choose from:
Sweet Potato Pancakes with Caramelized Heirloom Apples, Dried Cranberry and Raisin Compote, Vanilla
Custard, Warm Canadian Maple Syrup;
Shrimp and Grits, Gulf White Shrimp with Tillamook Cheddar Grits, Spicy Tomato Broth, Espellette-Spiced Tomato Ragout;
Poached Lobster Benedict with Butter-Poached Tail, Two Soft-Poached Eggs, Honey Ham, Yuzu Hollandaise, Marble Potato Hash;
Chef’s Frittata with Three Lake Meadow Farms Eggs, Florida Heirloom Tomatoes, Roasted Poblanos, Chorizo, Creamy Goat Cheese, Marble Potato Hash;
Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Soft Poached Eggs, Chimichurri, Marble Potato Hash and Charred Red Onion.
For dessert if there is room will include sweet mini desserts, macaroons, and chocolate truffles all while enjoying the beautiful skyline. Cost will be $80 for adults and $48 for children ages 3-11. Reservations can be made beginning this Wednesday December 16 by calling 407-WDW-DINE or by visiting DisneyWorld.com/DINE.
Memory Maker Sees Price Reduction:
Disney announced today that their PhotoPass Memory Maker has decreased in price, a rarity for Disney. For guests who choose to purchase Memory Maker in advance the new price is $149, down from $169. For guests who choose not to purchase in advance the price will be $169, down from $199.
Memory Maker allows guests with the special photo package to have all their family members included in photos. Guests simply go to Disney PhotoPass photographers around the resort and then guests are allowed to download the photos when they get home. It also allows you to download on-ride photos, receive Animated Magic shots, and as well as your photos taken in restaurants.
Will you be purchasing Memory Maker the next time you visit Walt Disney World.
Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke Celebrates 90th at Disneyland:
Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 90th birthday yesterday at Disneyland along with family, friends, and fans. Van Dyke received a special dedication at the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, a cavalcade parade down Main Street, USA, and a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday." Van Dyke on his celebration, "This is the cherry on top of my entire life." He added that when he was younger he wanted to be in a Disney movie but yesterday topped being in "Mary Poppins." Here is a video of Van Dyke's Celebration:
