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Disney Pixar’s Brave Gorgeous Nail Art Tutorial!

29 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

I am a fan of all things nail polish-related and after falling in love with Brave in theaters, when I saw this nail art tutorial, I had to share! It looks relatively easy too, even if you didn’t want to go all out with the beads, the rest of the nails look like anyone can bravely attempt the design. 😉

The tutorial is done by Cute Polish which also has a whole line of Disney and other nail art tutorial on the Disney Style channel on YouTube.

Check out the video tutorial below!

This video is part of Disney’s celebration of ONE BILLION views on its YouTube channels. This week, the company is celebrating these milestones with a special 10-day programming event on its YouTube network. New original and exclusive videos will be introduced from across Disney, including Disney Parks, Radio Disney, Games, and Theatrical, and its YouTube content partners.

The program schedule includes:

6/24 – A nail art tutorial from CutePolish inspired by Disney•Pixar’s “Brave”

6/25 – An exclusive short from Simon’s Cat — “Window Pain”

6/26 – A One Direction acoustic performance from Radio Disney

6/27 – A look at the new Cars Land at Disney California Adventure® Park

6/28 – An exclusive video from YouTube’s ShanesDominoez, titled “Domorail”

6/29 – Episode 4 of Disney Interactive’s animated Web series, “Talking Friends”

6/30 — “Rainbow Connection” performed by Anna Graceman

7/1 – The first-ever Club Penguin music video with DJ Cadence

7/2 – Behind the curtain at Disney’s Tony® Award winning musical, Newsies

7/3 – The premiere of That’s Fresh, a new cooking show from parenting network Babble

Check out all the videos at YouTube.com/Disney. I know I was really surprised at all the diverse and fun stuff on there!

Mary Blair Inspired Disney Small World LeSportsac Purses

25 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Mary Blair Le Sportsac Small World Tahitian — The “Tahitian Dreams” in the Casey style bag – $48

I recently saw the LeSportsac Disney It’s a Small World collection of handbags and accessories and when I saw one of the designs, I fell in love. I ordered one for my upcoming trip to Disneyland in August and it arrived today so I thought I’d post about all the current designs. The collection will be releasing five sets of designs, seasonally, but I couldn’t resist the redheaded mermaid charm that comes on the Tahitian design. Here’s the official press release from Disney Consumer Products below – and you can see the rest of the available designs and purchase them at LeSportsac.com :

LeSportsac and Disney Consumer Products launched the Disney It’s a Small World by LeSportsac collection about a month ago, featuring handbags, totes and accessories that combine the bright aesthetic of LeSportsac with inspiration from the mid-century artwork of Disney artist Mary Blair who created the whimsical look of the beloved Disney theme park attraction “it’s a small world.”

Disney It’s a Small World by LeSportsac collection includes five seasonal deliveries, each inspired by a specific country. In addition to celebrating a country, each delivery will be anchored with a Signature Tote and a colorful print that pays tribute to the unique facades and architectural works of Disney’s “it’s a small world” Theme park attraction. The collection kicks off with a celebration of Tahiti that includes two graphic totes and a range of 12 styles in two vibrant prints.

“We are so inspired by Blair’s original art and the “it’s a small world” theme of global awareness,” said D’Arcy Jensen, Vice President, Global Creative Director, LeSportsac. “Each collectible design we are creating is a colorful narrative that is sure to delight fans of Disney, Mary Blair and LeSportsac alike.”

The “it’s a small world” attraction, which debuted at the New York World’s Fair in 1964, was created by Walt Disney both as a salute to UNICEF and his belief that everyone is united in their love of children and dreams of a better tomorrow. In keeping with the original philanthropic message of “it’s a small world,” Disney will make a donation to UNICEF in honor of “it’s a small world” and all product in the Disney It’s a Small World by LeSportsac collection will include a special hangtag sharing the history of the original attraction and the connection to UNICEF.

“Our collaboration with LeSportsac pays homage to the magical experience of “it’s a small world” while continuing the legacy of the message behind one of Disney’s most beloved theme park attractions,” said Robert Oberschelp, director, Disney Collections, DCP. “Walt Disney’s vision is as powerful and true today as it was when he first shared it with the world.”

The Disney It’s a Small World by LeSportsac Collection is available online at LeSportsac.com and at all LeSportsac flagship boutiques worldwide. LeSportsac is also available at better department stores and select specialty stores.

Disney Pixar Monsters University Teaser Trailers and Movie Images

22 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Disney just sent over the newest clips from the upcoming Monsters University – looks pretty funny to me, can’t wait to see these guys on campus!

Here’s the official release:

“Billy Crystal’s an amazing comedic actor,” remarked Dan Scanlon, Director, Disney•Pixar’s Monsters University. “He gave us so much fun material, we decided to cut four slightly different versions of the trailer. We are so happy to have him back as Mike!”

You can also watch all four versions of the new trailer and vote for your favorite Mike sleep talking line on the official Monsters University Facebook Page. The winning line will be drawn up by a Pixar artist and shared EXCLUSIVELY with the fans of Monsters University.

Here are the four teaser trailers now available:

Are you ready for school?? Which Mike Wazowski line is your favorite??

Enter the Brave Adventure to Scotland Sweepstakes from Disney.com!

21 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis 2 Comments

Disney.com Invites Guests to Enter the Brave: Adventure to Scotland Sweepstakes

For a Chance to Win a Family Trip to Explore the World of Disney•Pixar’s Epic Action Adventure “Brave”

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Guests of Disney.com get an opportunity to change their fate by entering the Brave: Adventure to Scotland Sweepstakes, for a chance to win a trip to Scotland to explore the world of Disney•Pixar’s “Brave,” arriving in theaters June 22!

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One lucky family will join Adventures by Disney on an epic journey across Scotland, where they will visit and discover the castles, landscapes and legends that inspired the lush settings and memorable characters in the film. A host of fun-filled family activities will be offered including archery, canoeing on Loch Ness, Highland pony rides, playing Highland Games, hiking the Scottish countryside, exploring medieval castles and feasting like kings and queens.

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Visit Disney.com/BraveSweeps or text FERGUS to DISNEY – that’s FERGUS to (347639)* to enter for a chance to win a 9-day/8-night guided vacation to Scotland – with airfare – for a family of four. Entries must be received by 11:59:59 PM (PT) on July, 6, 2012. Sweepstakes rules are featured on the site.

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FIRST IMAGE: Production Begins With Angelina Jolie as “Maleficent”

19 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

We brought you the news back in April as Walt Disney Pictures officially announced it’s plans for Maleficent, starring Angelina Jolie. Now the Walt Disney Studios have released the first image from production along with a press release revealing more details:

Angelina Jolie as Maleficent — What do you think? Photo ©Disney (click to enlarge)

Burbank, CA (June 19, 2012) – The Walt Disney Studios announced today that production began Wednesday, June 13th, on “Maleficent,” starring Academy Award®–winning actress Angelina Jolie.

Directed by two-time Oscar®-winning production designer Robert Stromberg (“Avatar,” “Alice in Wonderland”), in his directorial debut, and produced by Joe Roth, “Maleficent” is written by Linda Woolverton (“The Lion King,” “Beauty and the Beast”) and executive produced by Angelina Jolie, Don Hahn, Matt Smith and Palak Patel.

Co-starring in the film are Sharlto Copley (“District 9”), Elle Fanning (“Super 8”), Sam Riley (“On the Road”), Imelda Staunton (“Vera Drake”), Miranda Richardson (“The Hours”), Juno Temple (“Atonement”) and Lesley Manville (“Secrets & Lies”).

This is the untold story of Disney’s most beloved villain, Maleficent, from the 1959 classic “Sleeping Beauty.” The film reveals the events that hardened her heart and drove her to curse the baby, Aurora.

Behind-the-scenes talent includes Academy Award®–winning cinematographer Dean Semler (“Dances with Wolves,” “In the Land of Blood and Honey”), production designer Gary Freeman (“Saving Private Ryan,” “The Bourne Supremacy”), two-time Oscar® nominated costume designer Anna B. Sheppard (“Schindler’s List,” “The Pianist”) and seven-time Academy Award–winning makeup artist Rick Baker (“Planet of the Apes,” “Men in Black”).

“Maleficent” is scheduled for a March 14, 2014 release in 3D.

First Sneak Peek at Sofia the First on Disney Junior

13 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis 4 Comments

We’ve been patiently waiting for Sofia the First to appear on Disney Junior since first hearing about her at the 2011 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration. Having a daughter named Sophia, we were particularly excited for this new show. Now thanks to Entertainment Tonight, we can see a clip of Sofia in her first episode.

Source: Entertainment Tonight Online

June 13, 2012

Exclusive Peek: ‘Modern Family’ Star Gets Animated

By David Weiner

Modern Family star Ariel Winter is getting animated for the new Disney Junior princess series Sofia the First, and we have an exclusive first look!

Sofia the First centers on a young girl whose life changes dramatically when her mom marries the king and she is suddenly whisked off to live in a castle. There, she must learn what it’s like to be a true princess.

Grey’s Anatomy star Sara Ramirez lends her voice to Sofia’s mom, Queen Miranda, while Wayne Brady (Whose Line Is It Anyway?) plays one of the cute woodland creatures who hangs around the castle and Project Runway guru Tim Gunn voices Baileywick, the castle’s royal steward

Nancy Kanter, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, and General Manager of Disney Junior Worldwide revealed the trailer during the Las Vegas Licensing Expo earlier this week. Sofia the First debuts this fall as a primetime television movie on Disney Channel, followed by the series premiere in early 2013.

Marvel Super Heroes Assemble on Disney’s Club Penguin

13 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

With the recent record-breaking box-office success of Marvel’s The Avengers, the Marvel phenomenon is set to hit Disney’s Club Penguin. The “Marvel Super Hero Takeover” will be the biggest event in the history of the #1 virtual world for kids. It’s the first time Club Penguin will bring an outside franchise into the world. In the event, kids can dress up as Marvel Super Heroes (Thor, Hulk, Iron Man, etc!) or Super-Villains, join teams to defend or defeat the evil Destructobot, explore the superhero headquarters, and more.

Here’s all the official info from Club Penguin:

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, June 13th – Marvel mania has reached all the way to Club Penguin Island, the #1 Virtual world for kids, as penguins assemble for the Marvel Super Hero Takeover, an epic online event starting June 14th through July 3rd.

A meteor has hit the island of Club Penguin, powering up the dangerous Destructobot. Players can choose to suit up as one of 14 Marvel Super Heroes or Super-Villains, including Avengers characters such as Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, and Thor, as well as the mischievous Super-Villain Loki.

Club Penguin Marvel Super Hero Takeover - Hawkeye costume

Club Penguin Marvel Super Hero Takeover - Thor costume

“Everyone wants to feel special and believe that they can do something that no one else can do. That optimism is what drives both Club Penguin and the Marvel story lines and characters,” said Lane Merrifield, co-founder of Club Penguin and executive vice president of Disney Interactive Worlds. “Club Penguin and Marvel characters are the perfect match, and I’m sure our players will love it!”

“Bringing our worlds together marks a major milestone for both Marvel and Club Penguin,” said Rob Steffens, Executive Vice President of Marvel Entertainment. “Reactions from the fans are already tremendous, and we’re thrilled that we’re able to bring Marvel and Club Penguin together for such an epic event.”

As part of The Marvel Super Hero Takeover event, players can:

Choose to dress up as Marvel Super Heroes, Super-Villains or civilians
Explore the island, which has been transformed to include new destinations such as a bank, jail, and a superhero headquarters
Join teams to decide whether to defend or defeat the evil Destructobot
Meet Aunt Arctic, the news reporter and editor-in-chief for the Penguin Times, the Club Penguin Island newspaper. She’ll be keeping a close eye on the battle of Super Heroes and Super-Villains around the island

Super Heroes and Super Villains wanted. Visit http://www.clubpenguin.com/marvel and let the adventures begin.

Walt Disney Animation Unveils Epic Adventure “FROZEN”—In Theaters NOVEMBER 2013

11 June 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

BURBANK, Calif. (June 11, 2012) – Walt Disney Animation Studios presents an epic tale of adventure and comedy in “Frozen,” a computer-animated feature film slated for the big screen in November 2013. Directed by Chris Buck (“Tarzan,” “Surf’s Up”) and produced by Peter Del Vecho (“Winnie the Pooh,” “The Princess and the Frog”), “Frozen” features the vocal talents of film/TV/stage star Kristen Bell as Anna, a young dreamer about to take the adventure of a lifetime, and Tony Award ®-winning actress Idina Menzel as Elsa the Snow Queen. The movie will feature original songs by Broadway greats Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez.

In “Frozen,” a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, so Anna (voice of Bell) must team up with Kristoff, a daring mountain man, on the grandest of journeys to find the Snow Queen (voice of Menzel) and put an end to the icy spell. Encountering Everest-like extremes, mystical creatures and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction.

Bell has starred in a variety of films, including the comedies “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and “Couples Retreat,” and the upcoming films “Hit & Run,” “Some Girls” and the Farrelly Brothers’ “Movie 43.” On the small screen, Bell is currently starring in the Showtime series “House of Lies” alongside Don Cheadle; she has also starred in “Heroes” and “Veronica Mars.” Broadway credits include “The Crucible” and “Tom Sawyer.”

Menzel, who won a Tony Award® as Best Actress in a Musical for her role as Elphaba in Broadway’s “Wicked” (2004), landed her first role on Broadway in 1995 in the Tony Award-winning musical “Rent.” Film credits include “Enchanted” and the feature film “Rent.” She has appeared in a recurring role on TV’s “Glee” and recently released “Idina Menzel Live: Barefoot at the Symphony,” a live concert with an orchestra led by composer/conductor Marvin Hamlisch. Menzel is currently on a North American concert tour.

Robert Lopez is a three-time Tony Award®-winning writer of the Tony and Grammy® Award-winning musical “The Book of Mormon,” which was co-written with Trey Parker and Matt Stone (“South Park”), and the musical “Avenue Q,” which ran for six years on Broadway and four years in London’s West End. Lopez teamed with wife Anderson-Lopez, whose Drama Desk-winning show “In Transit” is Broadway-bound, to write original songs for 2011’s “Winnie the Pooh,” a stage version of “Finding Nemo” and a new musical called “Up Here.”

Can’t wait to see and hear more about this new film – what do you think?

Latest (and Most Beautiful!) Brave Trailer from Disney Pixar

25 April 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

Below is the latest, and most beautiful in my opinion, official trailer from Disney Pixar for Brave, coming to theatres June 22. I cannot wait to see this gorgeous film. And as you may have heard Merida and Brave meet and greet characters are coming soon to Disneyland and Walt Disney World, which will be fun to see in person as well.

Disney Pixar has also sent over some new stills from the film:

"BRAVE" Merida. ©2012 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Merida and the bear — "BRAVE" Merida with the Bear. ©2012 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Brave bear cubs — "Brave" Bear Cubs. ©2012 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

As we reported when the last Brave trailer was released, the song played is Tha Mo Ghaol Air Aird A’ Chuain by Julie Fowlis. Enjoy!

Maleficent Starring Angelina Jolie To Hit Theatres on March 14, 2014

9 April 2012 by Suzannah Otis 1 Comment

The Walt Disney Studios has announced a U.S. release date of March 14, 2014, for Maleficent, starring Angelina Jolie in the title role as pDisney’s ultimate villain. The live-action film explores the origins of the evil fairy Maleficent and what led her to curse Princess Aurora in Disney’s animated classic Sleeping Beauty. Leading a team of visionary filmmakers known for creating and transporting audiences to new and exciting worlds, Academy Award®-winning production designer Robert Stromberg (Avatar, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland and Oz The Great and Powerful) will direct with a script by Linda Woolverton (Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and Alice in Wonderland). Maleficent is produced by Joe Roth (Disney’s Alice in Wonderland and Oz The Great and Powerful).

{These are not official images, just ones I found on the interwebs. Stay tuned for official images from Disney}