Just announced is the new Baseline Tap House coming to a brand new area called Grand Avenue at Disney's Hollywood Studios this Fall. The area near where the former Writer's Stop is being re-imagined to capture the spirit of present-day Downtown Los Angeles, showing vintage office buildings and warehouses representing the different vibrant districts and cultures of the city.
One of the brand new hot spots will be the brand new Baseline Tap House which will be a cheerful corner pub specializing in beers and wines from California. It will be in a quaint brick building and will celebrate the revitalization of Downtown Los Angeles by paying homage to the building’s former life as the Figueroa Printing Company, a mom-and-pop print house that had ties to the Disney studios in nearby Burbank.
The space (the old Writer's Stop building) will retain many of its cool architectural and mechanical details with exposed walls and old printing equipment and artifacts, blending the past and present in an inviting space. Outside is a charming tree-shaded terrace, perfect for a relaxing break in the day.
California craft ales, lagers and cider are the stars of the drink menu. California wines on tap along with specialty cocktails are not to be missed either. A gourmet non-alcoholic lemonade and soda on tap round out the drink selection. If you’re feeling a little hungry try one of the small bites that will include a Bavarian pretzel with mustard and beer-cheese fondue, spiced almonds or a charcuterie board featuring California cheeses. Baseline Tap House will open daily at 11 a.m.
A new international trailer was recently released for Disney Animation's upcoming movie, "Moana." The trailer shows a young Moana interacting with what appears to be magical ocean waves. At the end of the clip its shows a grown up Moana staring at the ocean reminding her of younger days. Here is the trailer:
Disney's "Moana" is about an adventurous teenager who sails out on a journey to save her people. During her journey, Moana (voiced by Auli'i Cravalho) meets the once mighty demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson), who guides her in her quest to become a master wayfinder. Together, they will sail across the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds. Along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient quest of her ancestors and discovers the one thing she's always sought, her own identity.
The film is directed by both Ron Clements and John Musker and produced by Osnat Shurer. Disney's "Moana" sails into theaters Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2016.
Several Characters Get Moved Around at Hollywood Studios:
Several characters have recently been moved around at Disney's Hollywood Studios. These characters have new meet & greet spots around the park these include, Chip & Dale, Goofy, Daisy, and Donald. They had previously been greeting guests in the Center Stage are of the park.
Daisy and Donald have moved to just inside the entrance to Sid Cahuenga. Chip & Dale and Goofy are now meeting with guests just across from The Writer's Stop on Commissary Lane. With all the construction at the park, management has recenSitly be rearranging meet & greets around Hollywood Studios.
The D23 EXPO will return in 2017 at the Anaheim Convention Center for the fifth expo since it began in 2009. The event which is held every other year will happen July 14-16, 2017. A month earlier than this past year's expo which was held in August.
Highlights already planned for the expo include the Disney Legends Ceremony, an all-new Walt Disney Archives exhibit, Mousequerade (the D23 Expo's costume contest), the D23 EXPO Emporium where guests can buy, sell, and trade Disney collectibles, memorabilia, merchandise, and more, as well as the D23 EXPO Design Challenge. Details on the Design Challenge and the Mousequerade will be released at a later date.
More from the press release:
"The 2017 Expo will feature a massive show floor full of immersive experiences and special opportunities to see what’s next for Disney around the world—and guests may run into their favorite Disney stars, characters, Imagineers, animators, and filmmakers. StagePass, the popular ticket distribution system that allows attendees to obtain guaranteed seats for some of Expo’s most popular presentations, and StorePass, which allows priority entry to select shopping venues at the event, will once again enhance the guest experience. Hall D23, the popular presentation and performance venue featuring more than 7,000 seats, will return, as will Stage 23, Stage 28, and Center Stage."
D23 members will receive special pricing on both one and three day tickets to the event which is open to the public. D23 Gold and Charter members will also receive special benefits. Gold members will also have the opportunity to purchase the Sorcerer Package, which will host a variety of special benefits and amenities. Ticket prices for the 2017 D23 EXPO will be announced this summer.
The Writer's Stop to Remain Open for Now at Hollywood Studios:
The Writer's Stop will remain open for now at Hollywood Studios instead of closing at the end of day this Saturday, April 2nd. Instead, beginning April 3 the shop will open at 11:30 a.m. and close 1 hour prior to close of the adjacent Sci-Fi Dine-in restaurant.
Coffee will be served along with a new menu that will include pastries, pretzels, charcuterie, and a cheese plate will be offered along with alcoholic beverages. Also on the merchandise side, the shop will have a new wide range of home and kitchen goods will be available.
The Writer's Stop was scheduled to close along with a number of other attractions along Streets of America in Hollywood Studios to prepare for construction of the expansion of the park. No word on how long The Writer's Stop will remain open for.
Two New Clips for "The Jungle Book" Released Plus Disney Parks Blog Early Screening:
Over the weekend and today we got two new clips from Disney's upcoming live action re-make of "The Jungle Book" that is due out on April 15. The first clip is called "Hibernation" which shows Mowgli and Baloo getting ready for Baloo's supposed hibernation, even though bears in the jungle don't hibernate. Check it out:
The next clip which was released today called, "Mowgli Leaves the Pack," shows Bagheera trying to convince Raksha that its time for Mowgli to leave the only pack or family he knows. Check it out:
The Disney Parks Blog announced today that it will be showing an advanced screening of "The Jungle Book" this Saturday, April 2 at AMC Downtown Disney 12 at Disneyland. The event sold out quickly.
