Meet Disney's Next Princess Moana; Disney Casting Fans For Holiday Special

Meet the Voice of Disney's Next Princess Moana:

Today Disney Animation revealed the voice of their next princess for their film, Disney's "Moana." The film will star 14-year old Hawaii native, Auli'i Cravalho who was revealed in a People Magazine exclusive first look into the film. She told the magazine, "From baby time to now, I wanted to be a Disney princess and then I want to be a singer or an actress."

She also stated, “Moana is such an amazing character… She’s brave, she is so empowered, she knows what she wants and she’s not afraid to get it, and I think that’s something that I can relate to as well. I just love watching how she goes along in this wonderful movie and grows as a person and helps her culture along the way."

The movie is due out in theaters November 23, 2016. People also produced a video that revealed a behind the scenes look at Cravalho being casted as Moana with directors Ron Clements and John Musker. The actress was discovered by an agent during a charity singing  competition. Here is the tweet from Disney Animation with the video:

.@auliicravalho finds her way as the voice of Disney's #Moana. https://t.co/bCaNckXAYF

— Disney (@Disney) October 7, 2015

Disney Casting Fans Again For Holiday Special:

Disney is once again casting families for its Disney Parks Christmas Celebration (formerly the Disney Parks Christmas parade). Last year for the parade Disney had special family reunions that showed what makes the magic happen at the parks. With Disney Parks new marketing campaign that began just last month, "Unforgettable Happens Here," you can bet Disney will be looking for just that. If you have a great Disney story that you want to share, Disney is looking for you.

A major casting agency is asking for couples, families, and friends who've had an incredible Disney experience and have a story to share that will touch America's hearts to get in contact with them. Here is what they are looking for:

• Have you had an epic, grand, joyful or love-filled moment at a Disney Park, Resort, or on a Disney Cruise?”
• Did you get engaged or married at a Disney property….or are you planning to?
• Was the first time you met Mickey, Goofy or any Disney character a truly unforgettable moment?
• Do you have a loved one serving in the military with a special connection to Disney who deserves to be recognized for their selflessness?
• Is there a special reason you or your family wants to go back to one of the Disney parks or properties?

To submit or nominate someone include a contact number, photos, and share your story by emailing CastME@theCastingFirm.com

Disney Parks Introduces "Unforgettable Happens Here";DVC Confirms Wilderness Lodge Waterfront Cabins, and More

Disney Parks Introduces "Unforgettable Happens Here":

We can say goodbye to the "Show Your Disney Side" marketing campaign, as Disney Parks is rolling out a new one this week called, "Unforgettable Happens Here." The purpose of the campaign is to say that just around every corner in Disney Parks and at any moment of any day magical and unforgettable things happen. They said, "Around every corner, at any second or minute of every day, there's a magical moment waiting to happen. Moments both big and little become stories that will be forever told and retold. And, never ever forgotten."

Disney rolled out two commercials with the campaign that you should see this week on their television channels: ABC, Disney Channel, and ESPN networks. Here they are:

Disney Vacation Club Confirms Wilderness Lodge Waterfront Cabins:

While it has been know for a while that the next expansion for the Disney Vacation Club would be waterfront cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge. Today, the Disney Vacation Club confirmed with The Orlando Sentinel that an expansion would be coming to the resort.

The plan is set for 26 waterfront cabins (much like the bungalows recently built at the Polynesian) has not set completion date. Although, it is expected that construction will begin next month. As part of the work the Hidden Springs Pool at Disney's Wilderness Lodge will close October 26, 2015 and  remain closed until sometime in 2017. 

Disneyland's Diamond Celebration Will Continue Through September 5, 2016:

Since May, Disneyland has been celebrating its 60th Anniversary in a Diamond Celebration. Well, Disney announced today that the celebration will continue through September 5, 2016. That means guests have lots of time to visit and experience the joys of the celebration. 

They are encourage guests to come check out the new "Paint the Night" parade, "Disneyland Forever" fireworks, and "World of Color - Celebrate!" as well as special edition food and merchandise and even Sleeping Beauty castle has become diamond encrusted. 

The Disneyland Resort 60th Diamond Celebration will dazzle now through September 5, 2016.