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WDW Radio # 813 - History and Evolution of Christmas at Walt Disney World: From Candlelight to Dancing Lights - From the Archives

Today's classic Holiday Pixie Dust Twins episode is all about their fondest Disney Christmas memories. Join Ashley and Sammi on a festive trip down memory lane as they share their favorite Walt Disney World Christmas celebrations of the past. Have you seen the majestic gingerbread house inside of the Grand Floridian Resort? What about all nine of the "Icon Trees" spread throughout the resort? Plus there is a good amount of crying during this episode about the loss of the amazing Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights (a heartbreak these Pixie Dusters will never get over). Follow your new Disney besties on Instagram @pixiedusttwinspodcast and on TikTok @pixiedusttwinspodcastFollow Dan, honorary third host of the "Pixie Dust Twins" Podcast, and King of the Manifestos: @Dantaastic on Instagram and YouTubeHave ideas for the show? Want to be a guest? Send them a message on Instagram!Rant Radio is LIVE! Call 844-857-7268 and leave your rant today. Check out LimitlessBroadcastingNetwork.com for all of our podcasts, subscriptions, and to pick up some awesome merch!

This mini-episode is a compliment to our 2022 holiday episode.  We promised we'd eventually track down the fellow responsible for bringing the Lights of Winter to EPCOT Center.  Brian and Todd talk to Jim Heffelfinger whose 20 year career with Walt Disney World began as stage manager at the Hoop Dee Doo Musical Review at Pioneer Hall (where he met and shares a great story about our friend Billy Flanigan). Over the next two decades he worked with Disney Legend Ron Logan and the rest of the entertainment team to bring Christmas as we know it to EPCOT, Fantasmic to Florida, the Muppets to Hollywood Boulevard, the holidays and a parade to Animal Kingdom and the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights to Disney-MGM Studios. Some of his shows, like Beauty & The Beast Live on Stage are still running today much as he designed them while others are very fondly remembered. This is a fun interview where you'll learn a lot and, of course, we ask him for memories of Ron Logan and Dick Nunis and invite him to a future RetroMagic event. Jim Heffelfinger is an unsung hero of holidays in Walt Disney World and many beloved live shows. Enjoy the interview.

What does a lost black cat, angry neighbors, and a Supreme Court case have to do with one of Hollywood Studio's extinct attractions? In this episode of Distory, we bring back the much-missed Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights for one more glimpse of Holiday magic. Starting with its humble beginnings of 1,000 lights in Arkansas, this spectacle had its share of growing pains (and lawsuits) before it moved to Disney-MGM Studios and became a memorable Christmas tradition every year for thousands of Disney fans. From scavenger hunts to technological advances through the years, we dig deep into the meaning of this special attraction and explain where you can still (sort of) see it today. Join us LIVE on TikTok every Friday at 5:30pm Pacific/8:30pm Eastern for more Distory! Kate: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@disneycicerone⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kirk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@walruscarp⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also find us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and at ⁠⁠⁠⁠disneycicerone.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠walruscarp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ View full video versions of each episode at Disney Cicerone's YouTube channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE ⁠⁠⁠⁠OR on the Spotify version of our podcast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Distory T-shirts and Stickers⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠WalrusCarp T-shirts & Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Kate's books on Amazon⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/disneycicerone/support

In this episode we're keeping it Christmas themed and talking about one of the coolest light shows that never should have been replaced

AJ, Mike, and Chris invite you to join us for a walk along Residential Street as we explore the history of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights! Jennings Osborne started decorating his Little Rock home in 1986, and soon drew the ire of his neighbors. Four 18-wheelers later and the Disney-MGM Studios had a most magical Christmas display. Learn how Jennings was approached by Disney, how the light changed over the years, and where you can still experience them today! This holiday season, 90s Disney is joining up with Give Kids the World Village! As part of their Night of a Million Lights fundraising event, we've created a team with goal of raising $500. This incredible resort offers free, week-long vacations to terminally ill children and their families. We hope you join us as we make the holidays a little bit brighter! Join our team and make a donation today at https://give.gktw.org/90sdisney. The Complete History of The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights https://allears.net/2020/11/22/the-complete-history-of-the-osborne-family-spectacle-of-dancing-lights/ The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Osborne_Family_Spectacle_of_Dancing_Lights Remembering the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney's Hollywood Studios https://disneyaddicts.com/remembering-the-osborne-family-spectacle-of-dancing-lights-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-282929/ 1995 Disney MGM Studios- Jennings Osborne turning on Osborne Christmas Lights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji6ZtK8fto8 Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights https://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/osbornelights.htm The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights https://www.yesterland.com/osborne.html DAZZLING, DANCING, DE-LIGHT-FUL https://d23.com/dazzling-dancing-de-light-full/ Want to reach out? Email us at 90sDisneyPodcast@gmail.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/90sdisney/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/90sdisney/support

Episode 139 - Your All Time Favorite Trip! Your All Time Favorite Trip! Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 139 for September 19, 2022, and today our feature topic is Your All Time Favorite Trip! Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here's the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big CheeseReports from D23:Sophie: The completion of World Celebration neighborhood will happen in late 2023. Additionally, Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana will open in late 2023. Lastly, fan-favorite character Figment will also appear live to park guests by the end of 2023!Brenda: At the Magic Kingdom, TRON / Lightcycle Run will open in Spring 2023, not 2022 as was reported earlier. Happily Ever After will be back to light up the skies over Cinderella Castle in 2023. At the Haunted Mansion, the Hatbox Ghost will materialize in 2023.Mike: Coming to Disney Cruise Lines: the Disney Treasure, the sixth ship in the DCL fleet, which will sail in 2024. Sadly, it sounds like Harmonious will not live much beyond the end of the 50th Anniversary celebration. Not sure when it will be changed, but word is sometime in 2023.Connect with us! Here's how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.comFacebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickeyInstagram: On the Road with MickeyEmail: info@ontheroadwithmickey.comFeature Topic: A Trip down Memory Lane: Your All Time Favorite Disney TripBrenda:Thanksgiving, 2012, Aleyah's first ever visit. 2 rooms at Wilderness Lodge. First Grand-child, Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. Awesome dining reservations:Tusker House BreakfastOhana Dinner1900 Park Fare BreakfastWhispering Canyon CafeVia NapoliChef Mickey'sAkershusThanksgiving, 2017, Aleyah and McKinley. Kidani Village, 2 BedroomHollywood and VineTrattoria al FornoCRTAkershusSci-FiVia NapoliMVMCPSophie:July 2020 trip. COVID Reopening trip. We were going to go in March, 2020. We were visiting with Aunt Carol. Disney closed 3 days prior to our arrival date. We changed dates to May, and then to July, and Disney reopened the day before we arrived. Crowd capacity was something like 10% or something. We walked onto everything. FA-9.Mike:June 2014 when Randy, Sheila, and Jagan from the west coast and Riley and Leigh Ann from the east coast joined us for Sophie's Birthday.June 2022 when we had a great group from all over the country to celebrate Sophie's birthday.Honorable mention, the Pixie trip in 2013.This Day in Disney History for September 19:2001: Heightened security measures, Soft opening of Walt: One Man's DreamDisney Who's Who CharacterBob Parr (Mr. Incredible) from the IncrediblesA little bit of Walt“The motion picture will never fully replace the printed word, but it will go a long way in becoming its most valuable adjunct. There seems little question that the human mind will absorb picturized information much quicker than by means of the printed word.” - Walt DisneyComing Next Week: Ways that Disney Brought us Together Watch us on YouTube!

Episode 115 - Retired Attractions, Part 1 Retired Attractions, Part 1 Hey everyone, I'm Mike, she's Sophie, that's Brenda, and and he's Grogu, and we're On the Road with Mickey! This is episode 115 for March 28, 2022, and today our feature topic is Retired Attractions! This is part 1 of two, and we are looking at the Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios for our list today. Next week we'll conclude with Epcot and Animal Kingdom. Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax, and tell us in the comments below what you think! Here's the rundown of what we talked about: Cheddar from the Big CheeseMike: Now hear this. Face Masks are now optional on the Disney Skyliner! They are still required for Disney buses and monorails.Sophie: Disney+ is releasing a series of sing-along movies to the network; they started with the sing-along version of Encanto, and will be including such ones as Frozen, Frozen 2, and both the animated and live-action versions of Beauty and the Beast.Brenda: It has been reported that the Disney Minnie Van service through Lyft is returning during the summer! Dates have not been announced yet, nor has pricing, but if you are looking for a service to get you around the parks or to the airport and back, this may be the service for you!Connect with us! Here's how: Facebook: https://facebook.ontheroadwithmickey.comFacebook Group: https://facebookgroup.ontheroadwithmickey.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OntheRoadwithMickeyInstagram: On the Road with MickeyEmail: info@ontheroadwithmickey.comPhone Voicemail: 919-799-8390Feature Topic: Retired Attractions, Part 1We're taking a look at the retired attractions at Walt Disney World. In this two part series, part one we're going to look at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios. Part two, next week, we'll look at Epcot and Animal KingdomMagic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios:Brenda: 1) Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights2) The Writer's Stop3) The Great Movie Ride4) Animation Academy5) March of the First OrderSophie:5) The Enchanted Tiki Room Under New Management4) Honey I shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure3) Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom2) Animation Academy1) The Great Movie RideMike: 1) Snow White's Scary Adventures2) Main Street Electrical Parade3) The Great Movie Ride4) Studio Backlot Tour5) Disney SkywayListener Feedback:Sandi misses River CountryCathy misses Mr. Toad's Wild RideChrissy misses at the Magic Kingdom: Stitch's Great Escape, Snow White's Scary Adventure, and the Main Street Electrical Parade. At Hollywood Studios: Great Movie Ride, The Cars stunt show, Studio Backlot tour, and Osborne Christmas lights.Chris misses the Great Movie Ride at HS and Stitch's Great Escape at MK.Jennifer misses the Studio Backlot Tour, Osbourne Lights, and Main Street Electrical Parade.This Day in Disney History for March 28:1998: Marc Davis Signature and Hands at Disney's MGM StudiosDisney Who's Who CharacterMufasa from The Lion KingA little bit of Walt“There are fashions in reading, even in thinking. You don't have to follow them unless you want to. On the other hand, watch out. Don't stick too closely to your favorite subject. That would keep you from adventuring into other fields. It's silly to build a wall around your interests.” - Walt DisneyComing next week: Top 5 Retired Attractions, Part 2! Watch us on YouTube!

So this week if you haven't already guessed from the show title, we are heading back in time to view a holiday show that is gone but definitely not forgotten. So come with me as we visit the Street of America at Hollywood Studios and enjoy the sounds of The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. . . . Show Patrons: Brenda Howton Allington Brown Warren Budenbender Kelly Mayer Scott Geyer Jared Story Thomas Hartman Brian Martin Nick Baker Anne Griffith Maria Sanchez Sokolowski Morgs Rooks Great Nate Elisabeth Puglisi Sydney Weddleton Kyle Horton Rachel Sutton Jonathan Howser Jennifer Gorlick Holly King Christine Champagne . . . . Questions/comments: soundsofdisneypodcast@gmail.com Support the show at: www.patreon.com/soundsofdisney Track List Song: Christmas Eve / Sarajevo (Instrumental) Artist: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Song: Mele Kalikimaka (Christmas In Hawaii) Artist: KT Tunstall Song: Up On The House Top Artist: Jackson 5 Song: Jingle Bells? Artist: Barbra Streisand Song: Christmastime Is Here Artist: Vince Guaraldi Trio Song: A Holly Jolly Christmas (Kraft Music Hall Version) Artist: Burl Ives Song: What's This? (From “The Nightmare Before Christmas” / Soundtrack Version) Artist: Danny Elfman Song: Wonderful Christmastime Artist: Demi Lovato Song: Santa Claus Is Coming To Town Artist: Frank Sinatra Song: All I Want for Christmas Is You Artist: Mariah Carey --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sounds-of-disney/support

Greg Nutt posted a photo: The old backlot, or, Streets of America, at the former Disney-MGM Studios at Walt Disney World had a lot of character. The backlot was demolished for the construction of Galaxy's Edge at the renamed Disney's Hollywood Studios. The backlot was a lot of fun, but the reasons for why they were built to use as filming locations in addition to the tourist aspect of it, was never fully realized. It was also the former home to The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights from 2005-2016.

In this episode, we'll discuss some nonsense in small topics, Michael will give us the latest news, Will will take us on a trip down main tweet USA, and then we'll shine the christmasy attraction spotlight on the extinct holiday decoration and light extravaganza, the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights!

In this episode, we'll discuss some nonsense in small topics, Michael will give us the latest news, Will will take us on a trip down main tweet USA, and then we'll shine the christmasy attraction spotlight on the extinct holiday decoration and light extravaganza, the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights!

Join Ashley and Sammi on a festive trip down memory lane as they share their favorite Walt Disney World Christmas celebrations of the past. Have you seen the majestic gingerbread house inside of the Grand Floridian Resort? What about all nine of the "Icon Trees" spread throughout the resort? Plus there is a good amount of crying during this episode about the loss of the amazing Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights (a heartbreak these Pixie Dusters will never get over). Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/LimitlessBroadcasting?fan_landing=true)

On this episode, we talk about the history of the near 20 year duration of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Hollywood Studios!

This week, we discuss the latest Disney news, the amazing new holiday snacks at Walt Disney World, including snacks at Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and EPCOT! Then Chris shares the background of the Osborne Family lights and how they survived at Hollywood Studios for 20 years!Listen to us on your favorite podcast platform or at these links:Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supercalifragilistic-awesome-disney-podcast/id1519529786IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-supercalifragilistic-aweso-68324055/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aEKXzO7tTCqZfnvJnzAPC For show notes, transcript, and more details from this episode, please visit: https://scfadp.com/season-two/disney-news-11-8-preview-of-the-holiday-snacks-at-disney-and-remembering-the-osborne-family-spectacle-of-dancing-lights/SCFADP on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scfadpSCFADP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scfadp/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/scfadp)All music for this episode is available through a creative commons license. The background music for the News segment was created by Kevin Macleod: Fuzzball Parade by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5044-fuzzball-paradeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ For more things DISNEY (and Disney food reviews), check out our website: https://scfadp.com Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @SCFADP in both places!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/scfadp)

Welcome to WDW Escape, presented by WDW Magazine. In today’s episode, we share a very special holiday memory as we remember The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Still missing Walt Disney World? Subscribe to WDW Magazine in Print or Digital format at wdw-magazine.com You’ll be transported right back to your happy place. Use coupon code “podcast” for $10 off an Annual Digital Edition. From all of us here at WDW Magazine, have a magical day.

It may have been years since the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing lights have performed in Disney's Hollywood Studios. But, we just can't stop thinking about them! Here's the story of how they came to be, who the Osborne family is, and what (maybe) has happened to the lights since!Music composed by Colin Paul

The holiday season is here, so Andrea and Meagan head to Hollywood Studios to discuss the history of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing lights as well as an in depth look at the Air Bud Cinematic Universe.

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 Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing why Disney Parks & Resorts is exploring the idea of a subscription-based service and/or a loyalty program out ahead of WDW’s 50th anniversary celebration. Then Len & Jim look back at that WDW holiday favorite, the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing why Disney Parks & Resorts is exploring the idea of a subscription-based service and/or a loyalty program out ahead of WDW’s 50th anniversary celebration. Then Len & Jim look back at that WDW holiday favorite, the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's feature discussion show, Disney historian Jim Korkis joins us to talk a Walt Disney World extinct attraction, The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights including its genesis at the Osborne home in Little Rock, Arkansas and what it took to bring the magic of this special Christmas presentation to Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Disney's Hollywood Studios has changed more than any other Disney theme park. It started as a working movie studio, added many properties that weren't Disney related or owned, and is now about to become something totally different with the additions of Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. We've lost a lot over the years and that's exactly what we'll be talking about on Episode 138: Top Ten Things We Miss in Hollywood Studios. From Lights, Camera, Action, to the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, listen in as we talk about all of the things we miss in Disney's Hollywood Studios.

From Lights, Camera, Action, to the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, listen in as we talk about all of the things we miss in Disney's Hollywood Studios. Read More... The post Episode 138: Top Ten Things We Miss in Hollywood Studios appeared first on Ear To There Travel.

Take a stroll down memory lane with the S71 crew and revisit attractions of days gone by. Tune in to hear the stories behind notable extinct attractions, which we miss, and which we wish we got to experience! Thanks again to listener April S. for the episode suggestion!   News:   Extinct Attractions: 1971-1981 Mickey Mouse Revue (September 1980) 1981-1991 Plaza Swan Boats (1983) If You Had Wings (1987) > If you Could Fly (1989) > Delta DreamFlight (1996) > DreamFlight (1996) > Take Flight (1998) 1991 - 2001 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Submarine Voyage (September 1994) Mr. Toad's Wild Ride (September 1998) Journey into Imagination (October 1998) Horizons (December 1994) (January 1999) Discovery River Boats (August 1999) Skyway (November 9, 1999) 2001-2011 Extraterrorestrial Alien Encounter (2003) Honey, I Shrunk the Audience! (May 2010) 2011- Present  Snow White's Scary Adventures (May 31, 2012) Studio Backlot Tour (September 2014) Maelstrom (October 5, 2014) Dream Along with Mickey (April 2016) Animation Academy (July 2015) Captain EO (1994) (December 2015) Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights (January 2016) Soarin' Over California (June 2016) Main Street Electrical Parade (September 1991)(April 2001)(October 2016) Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams (May 11, 2017) The Great Movie Ride (August 13, 2017) Rapid Fire Round: Wonders of Life Pavilion  Thanks again to listener April S. for the episode suggestion! If you have a suggestion on a show topic, let us know!   Find us online at:Facebook: /Twitter: @Instagram: @ Email: 

In this Episode we share history and stories of one of the greatest shows ever presented at Walt Disney World. The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights, later The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights holds a special place in our memories and likewise in the memories of probably anyone who ever saw them! Laura tells the tale of Jennings Osborne from Little Rock, Arkansas who was on a simple quest to spend more time with his family. Alison reminds everyone of some of the details found around the attraction and Andy's Roundup leaves us to solve the age-old problem: where else could Disney have put this attraction rather than just canceling it altogether? instagram/facebook: DisneyPhilharpodcast twitter/snapchat: disphilharpod *We will be off next week and no episode will be released on 12/10/16 because we will be in WDW! Follow us for some surprise hello's from our trip. See ya real soon!

Thank You for downloading and listening to Show #2 of The Dub Dee Dub Revue.  In Show #2 we discuss the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights.  January 2016 will mark the end of the Osborne Family light display at Hollywood Studios as we know it.  Your hosts speculate on the best "relocation options" as well a brief discussion of the new Star Wars movie.  We hope you enjoy the show!! The Dub Dee Dub Revue is proud to announce that in addition to our website thedubdeedubrevue.libsyn.com, we can now be found on Stitcher and Tune In Radio (and soon to be found in iTunes as well)!

Welcome to Day 10 of the 12 days of Christmas!   The 4 parks in 1 day episodes heard only on the WDW Navigators Podcast.   In this episode, we are still at Hollywood Studios and continue our ride on Tower of Terror. Next, FishSeanWoo has a little too much fun with a Cast Member by asking directions to Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse and then we finally make it back to the breath-taking views of The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights!! Be sure to follow us on Twitter (@wdwnavigators), feel free to leave us a comment on our website (wdwnavigators.com) OR you can email us at wdwnavigators@gmail.com.   Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes - and please be sure to leave us an amazing review!   You can also listen on Podbean or Stitcher. Thank you for listening Navigator Nation.   We had way too much fun putting this all together.   Please be sure to tune in each day!   Remember, new episode daily through Christmas Eve!  Tune in to Episode 31 tomorrow where we continue our 4 parks in 1 day at Hollywood Studios. #4P1D As always, thanks for listening.     Susie Q   On the tenth day of Christmas The Navigators gave to me: Ten Rob’s Producing Nine Flathead Keith’s Eight Skippers Joking Seven Stars like Cecily Six - An Episode Missing Five Fishing Poles Four Aracuan Birds Three Sweet Jumps Two Hibiscus and a treat called Mascarpone.

It's the most wonderful time of year here on the Disney Avenue Podcast and boy, what an amazing show we have in store for you. As many of you know, Christmas and Disney go hand in hand. I’ve yet to experience a Christmas display or Spectacle anywhere on earth that can top Disney. The beautiful lights and decorations along Main Street, the beauty of Cinderella Castle decked out in millions of lights, and, of course, that little light show over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the truly breathtaking Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights.  As many of you may have heard by now, this year, 2015, will be the last year that Disney will be showcasing this 20-year-old holiday tradition. And so, with the Holiday Season now upon us and with the closing of the Osborne Lights, I thought, what can we do here on the Disney Avenue Podcast to really capture that Disney Christmas spirit, what can we do to entertain our listeners and bring them more of our signature interviews, history and stories from big names in the Disney stratosphere? And then it hit me! Why not continue a Disney Avenue Podcast Christmas tradition by inviting the top Disney historian and author on the planet earth to come on the show and tell us all about the history of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights and other gone but not forgotten Walt Disney World Christmas classics. So friends, it is with Christmas cheer and everything holly and jolly, to welcome back for a third time to the Disney Avenue Podcast, the one and only, Jim Korkis. While listening to this wonderful show, please be sure to head on over to themeparkpress.com and grab yourself a copy of Jim's brand new books on sale now. There aren't better stocking stuffers around, I assure you! Merry Christmas everyone and enjoy the show... **Subscribe on iTunes**   Like Us On Facebook   New RSS Feed   Write a Review DisneyAvenue.com The Disney Avenue Podcast would like to thank our producer Geren Piltz and our graphic designer Brian Vermillion for their contributions to this show!

The history of how Christmas has been celebrated at the Disney Parks, from 1955 to the present day. We'll look at Disneyland, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, the Candlelight Processional, the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, and much more!

The Osborne Family Spectacle of dancing Lights has been entertaining guest at Hollywood Studios for 20 years!  Unfortunately, 2015 marks the last year for the Osborne lights the way we know them.  The lights started dancing after they moved to The Streets of America in 2006.  For more on story behind the lights and their history check out SamsDisneyDiary #21 Blog / Video or Podcast Episode. Just a few year ago in 2013 Walt Disney World introduced the “Made with Magic” or  “Glow with the Show” at that time.  These special Mickey ears, bring the technology from Disneyland’s California Adventure, where if premiered in June 2013.  According to Disney, “Become part of the show like never before as you illuminate the evening with a colorful collection of magical accessories”  Made With Magic  includes the original “Mickey Ear Hat” formerly Glow with the Show along with a Minnie Mouse Headband, Mickey mouse Glove and Sorcerer Mickey Wand.  Each are programmed to light up at key moments, matching the colors and flashing to the beat through a variety of popular evening shows at Walt Disney World.  Including:  Wishes Nighttime Spectacular, Celebrate the Magic, Fantasmic and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. For this episode of SamsDisneyDiary I  positioned my camera behind the display of “Made with Magic” Ears, you can see how they interact with the music and Osborne lights.   Check out the at www.samsdisneydairy.com, www.youtube.com/samsdisneydiary or in the bonus section of the app. 

11/03/15 - 11/03/15 - In this week's episode, we discuss the Disney Dream coming back from dry dock, Meg Crofton getting a window on Main Street and the construction permits filed for Disney's Hollywood Studios. Also, we look at the Top 10 BEST trip planning threads on DISBoards.com before discussing the final year of The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights!

Olá pessoal! É hora de mais um episódio de notícias do nosso podcast, além da leitura de muitos emails dos nossos ouvintes. Entre as notícias, vale um destaque para a oficialização do novo nome do Downtown Disney, o agora Disney Springs, além de algumas notícias mais chatas como o fim do Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights e o aumento dos preços dos estacionamentos dos parques Disney. O nosso destaque do mês vai para a atração única do Epcot, a Mission: SPACE, e suas sensações extremas. E tem muito mais... Ouça nosso podcast e confira!

We’ve been teasing (and boring) you for months about a Mad Chatter trip to Disneyland, and it finally happened. On this week’s show, Jeremy and Derek give the lowdown on their week spent in Anaheim. Tune in as they review Disneyland’s newest nighttime shows, spill the details about Club 33, talk about their experience at Napa Rose’s chef’s counter, and gush about all of the other exciting things happening in celebration of Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. Also on episode 53, Matt holds nothing back as he reports on Magic Kingdom’s “Night of Joy,” which was held September 11-12 in Walt Disney World. Plus, we discuss the latest park news, including the end of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, the beginning of Food & Wine, Duffy’s farewell, and more. For more of the Chatters, follow us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), and send your feedback to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights will not return after this year!  We discuss why this is happening and what does this mean for the future of not only Disney/MGM Studios, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Hollywood Adventure (?), but the entire Walt Disney World Resort!   Soaking in the Christmas Lights?, “Please Stand Clear Of The Doors"! Thank you for downloading Episode 249 of ResortLoop.com! This episode of ResortLoop.com is brought to you by the Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company! Email or call in your own special open for the show! Voicemail: (414) WDW-LOOP    

After technical difficulties and busy travel schedules squashed last week's show, Tim and Anthony are back for another go-round Inside The Mouse Castle.   We start off with Tim's review of Walt Disney, the new American Experience documentary airing this week on PBS. It's an earnest, if somewhat biased, depiction of Walt's life that plays up the darker elements of his personality and career. Fans will appreciate the rare photographs and archival footage, while Disney history buffs will question how the film presents Walt's relationship with his father, his actions during the 1941 studio strike and the assorted psychobabble spouted by some of the "experts" who try to crawl inside Walt's head.   Here's what else we have in this week's episode: A live action Frozen stage show will replace the long-running Disney's Aladdin--A Musical Spectacular production in the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure...and the Internet loses its mind. We now know for certain that Disneyland and Walt Disney World will break ground on their Star Wars-Land expansions next year. That means the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, the popular holiday light show at Disney's Hollywood Studios will blink out after this year. Director Brad Bird has let it be known that work on Incredibles 2 is moving along briskly, so well that it will likely be released before the other Pixar sequel, Cars 3. That still means it probably won't be out until 2018, but any news about The Incredibles is good news. Disney Infinity 3.0 will be available on Apple TV after the streaming service undergoes an extensive update in October. Some participants in this month's Disneyland Half-Marathon complained of incorrect corral assignments, suggesting there are proof-of-time security issues with RunDisney and TrackShack. There will no longer be chanting allowed at Walt Disney World. Unofficially, of course. Enjoy! www.TheMouseCastle.com

Hocus Pocus! MNSSHP 2015 is right around the corner, and we talk about it! Then we move on to Christmas and the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights in Hollywood Studios! Armadillos in Fort Wilderness! Photo Pass changes! D23 promises a preview of Avatar Land! Shakeup in Disney Parks management! Disney Springs gets a new soundtrack! Frozen in Fantasmic! And even MORE Frozen in real Norway! SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pirates-princesses-disney/id1016291322 SUBSCRIBE on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/a-disney-podcast-pirates-and-princesses Like Us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/DisneyPodcastFacebook On Youtube: http://bit.ly/DisneyPodcastYoutube

We were able to catch the first night of the “Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights” on the Streets of America in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Nothing gets you in the holiday spirit more than the Osborne lights. There’s nothing wrong with a little snow on the Streets of America. For the full blog and video “The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights 2012 (2012-11-26)” visit http://wp.me/p1QRCX-7l

Walt Disney World for the Holidays: In this week's episode, Kristen shares part one of a two-week report on her first trip to the Walt Disney World Resort, commenting on the holiday happenings and special events, including the Candlelight Processional, Illuminations, and a private viewing of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. But first, Dave, Becky and Jeff report on "Walt Disney: An Entertainment Icon and Visionary," a panel discussion held at the Walt Disney Family Museum with Pixar's Pete Docter and Jonas Rivera, and Disney animator Andreas Deja. The three animation experts discussed how Walt and his productions have impacted the animation industry. Plus, reports on a trip to Pixar, Disneyland's Holiday tour... and more!

Corey and Kathy talk about Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Holidays at Walt Disney World Join Lou Mongello as he takes you to the Walt Disney World Resort for a celebration of the holiday season. From electrifying fireworks, charming parades and all the sounds of the season, WDW becomes a winter wonderland. At the Magic Kingdom, Lou takes you to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and brings you glimpses of live shows, fireworks, Cinderella Castle Dream Lights, snow along Main Street, U.S.A. and special character meet and greets. Over at Disney's Hollywood Studios, see a special presentation of the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights - the ultimate Americana Holiday lights display. In Epcot, we'll hear from the Voices of Liberty and more! You can email the show at lou@wdwradio.com or call the voicemail TOLL FREE at 888-703-2171. Visit the web site at wdwradio.com and talk about the show by visiting and posting in the WDW Radio Show message forums Join the fan page on Facebook: http://facebook.com/wdwradio Follow Lou on Twitter: http://twitter.com/loumongello Get some Disney magic delivered right to your door! Subscribe to Celebrations Magazine at http://CelebrationsPress.com Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in next week!

In this week's show Kathy Werling talks about The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The team talks about Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney. All that plus this week's news and Roundtable Rapid-Fire. Call us toll free from within the U.S. at 877-310-9662 (outside U.S. call 407-574-5093)

In this Disney Podcast episode we tell you about the most popular news stories on the DIS this week. We also discuss this years Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights at the DIsney-MGM Studios and John Magi tells us what's going on around Orlando for New Years Eve. We also award ANOTHER cruise from our DIS Unplugged Scavenger Hunt (more details at the top of the show).

The Disney Fanatic Podcast with your Hosts Sam, Tony, Wade, and special guest holiday-time castmember Craig who is one of "Santa's Helpers" [wink - wink]Episode #3 - "Happy Holidays??? - Holiday Planning Episode" - August 15, 2006Show Length: 1:20:39Show Notes...If you are planning to go to Disneyland or Disney World, this episode will give you an overview of all of the Special Holiday Attractions, Events and Decorations. Make sure you plan your vacation with these items included:Stitch is Going to be in Disneyland Paris for the Holiday Festivalhttp://www.greatescapes.co.uk/docs/short_breaks/family_escapes/disney/events.aspx#halloween Tony recommends http://www.dizpins.com/ for good pin collecting information.Good website for Holiday information is http://www.wdwinfo.com/holidays/christmas_world.htm#hm-holiday(Some information below was extracted from the above DIS website)Disneyland Holiday Events... Remember...Dreams Come True Fireworks w/ holiday finale (mid November thru January 2, 2006) Haunted Mansion Holiday Early October through January 2nd "It's A Small World Holiday" (November 11, 2005 thru January 2, 2006) "A Christmas Fantasy Parade" (November 15, 2005 thru January 2, 2006) Disneyland's "Christmas Candlelight Procession" (2006 dates unknown at this time) Santa's Reindeer Round-up located at Big Thunder Ranch in Frontierland.(November 11, 2005 thru January 2, 2006) Disney's California Adventure Santa's Beach Blast (November 11, 2005 thru January 2, 2006) Disney World Holiday EventsMagic Kingdom Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party (includes 2 showings of the Parade) Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parade (Dec 24 through 31 - 12:30pm and 3:30pm)(The parade event that is shown on ABC Christmas morning is usually filmed the first Saturday in Dec. There isn't any special admission to this filming, but the park is more crowded than normal. The parade, since it's being filmed for TV, is also not as free flowing as when it normally runs, but you will see more characters and maybe some celebrities)Donald & Company Tree Lot is open in Fantasyland Santa Claus will be meeting and greeting Magic Kingdom guests at the Tour Guide Gardens next to City Hall. Animal Kingdom Mickey's Jingle Jungle Expeditions (December 1 - 31 - 3:45pm) Disney's MGM Studios The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights begins on November 13, 2006 and runs through January 7, 2007. The Hollywood Holly-Day Parade Epcot Holidays around the World "Lights of Winter." Every evening, you can join Mickey and friends for the nightly tree-lighting ceremony at 6:00pm. Around World Showcase, Storytellers tell tales of their heritage and how the holidays are celebrated in their homeland. Candlelight Processional at the America Gardens Theatre. Illuminations is enhanced for the Holidays. "Let There Be Peace On Earth" with narration by Walter Cronkite will be the finale of this amazing nightly show. Resorts Each deluxe resort has a confectionary that the kitchen staff produce for the holidays. Amazing decorations for the holidays Send you Comments, Show Ideas, Feedback, or Questions to podcast@disneyfanatic.netThanks for Listening!