'Oh My Godmother!' needs a little polish Jul 1, 2008
What could be better than to celebrate gay pride in the nation's new marital-equality capital than with author-composer-director Ron Lytle's local twists of the Cinderella fable. A more polished production would be a good start. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Was that date a waste of time? Jun 21, 2008
Welcome to AccessAtlanta. Where you'll find me on a Friday night: cooking and playing cards with friends, dining at a new restaurant or. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Making sense of the AFI's 'Top 10 Films in 10 Genres' list Jun 19, 2008
I also would have liked Cinderella higher as that one was such a childhood favorite ... Also, I'd put "The Incredibles" on the animation list instead Lion King, Shrek or Cinderella ... Also, I'd put "The Incredibles" on the animation list instead Lion King, Shrek or Cinderella. (Entertainment Weekly)
Memories of the Mouse Jun 18, 2008
More lectures on water are given as after breakfast, the students in uniform, travel to the back lot of Mickey s house-the Magic Kingdom, to have a group picture and individual pictures taken in front of Cinderella s Castle and the bronze statute of creator/genius Walt Disney and the mouse himself, Mickey. This was by far one of my favorite times. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Belle of the ball Jun 13, 2008
I find Belle interesting because shes not your regular Disney princess like Snow White or Cinderella. Belle is feisty, ambitious and somewhat like a tomboy. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Thomas Kinkade's Artwork Gives Fresh Life to Iconic American Classics Jun 9, 2008
Thomas Kinkade has taken as his subject matter some of the American icons that are dearest to his own heart: Cinderella Castle at WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT in Orlando, FL; Graceland, the beloved home of rock icon Elvis Presley; Yankee Stadium, a classic New York baseball cathedral and the fabled House that Ruth Built; the gracious American castle, Biltmore Estate, built by the Vanderbilts in Ashville, NC; and Fenway Park, home of the 2007 World Series Champions, the Boston Red... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Lea Salonga Performs One Night Only at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on Friday, July 11, 2008 Jun 5, 2008
Thereafter she will embark on her Asian tour of Rogers and Hammersteins Cinderella in the starring role. Salonga has been singing since the age of ten when she made her theatrical debut in the King and I. and has gone on to release three studio albums. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Walt Disney's Nine Old Men Jun 3, 2008
(March 30, 1913 - January 12, 2000) was Disney's "ladies' man," designing and animating Snow White, Cruella De Vil, Maleficient, and Cinderella ... (March 4, 1914 July 8, 2002) managed to combine his love of music and animation while working at Disney, leading the acclaimed jazz group The Firehouse Five Plus Two while animating the Crows in Dumbo; Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the Mad Hatter and the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland; Lucifer the Cat from Cinderella; and Jiminy Cricket from... (Suite101.com)
Salonga's found success around the world Jun 3, 2008
In July, she begins a nine-month tour of Rodgers rstein's "Cinderella" across Asia. With everything that Salonga has done since, it's hard to believe that her groundbreaking role in "Miss Saigon" almost didn't happen. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Disney cruises vacation heaven for kids May 22, 2008
The biggest draw, of course, is the characters who make appearances all through the day and evening -- everyone from Pluto to Cinderella to Pirate Jack Sparrow and, of course, Mickey and Minnie. Pluto is on hand to give the kids a hug when they get back on the ship after visiting Nassau; Snow White teaches the preschoolers a dance, while Captain Hook gives the 5 to 7 year olds a lesson in becoming a pirate. (CNN -- Travel)
Former resident helps set the scene for TV, film (4) May 21, 2008
Shortly after that I went on to do Cinderella with Whitney Houston and Brandy. This show won an Emmy for our art department. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
NBC, ABC and CBS to tone down 'upfront' advertising sales events May 12, 2008
A clunker, like "Cinderella Man," can hurt a good movie. More on LATimes. (Los Angeles Times)
Cinderella begins tonight May 9, 2008
Cinderella begins tonight ... SHS senior Hannah Moore portrays Cinderella while walking with Prince Charming, Brian Fisk, during dress rehearsal (Photo by Tim Jaynes, Staff) ... SIKESTON Audience members won t see any mice or even a blonde starring in the title role, but they will witness a happily-ever-after ending during Sikeston High School s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein s musical, Cinderella. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Nine Old Men: Ward Kimball May 7, 2008
He animated the Crows in Dumbo; Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the Mad Hatter and the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland; Lucifer the Cat from Cinderella; and Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio ... Another legendary sequence was for Lucifer the cat in Cinderella. (Suite101.com)
Lampanelli: No limits, all laughs May 3, 2008
After college, she went into journalism, but grew sick of it after a few years spent interviewing hair metal bands like Cinderella and Slaughter for publications like Rolling Stone. Periodically, she d get grand notions of dropping it all to become a comic. (Scranton Times, PA)
Lifetime Television Proudly Announces October Marquee Event Original Movie, 'Living Proof' Starring Emmy(R) and Grammy(R) Award Winner Harry Connick, Jr. May 3, 2008
Zellweger's additional film credits include "Bee Movie," "Cinderella Man," "Down with Love," "Bridget Jones's Diary" and its sequel, "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason," "Shark Tale," "Jerry Maguire," "Me, Myself & Irene," "Nurse Betty," "One True Thing," "White Oleander," "Dazed and Confused," "Reality Bites," "The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre" and "My Boyfriend's Back." Zellweger can next be seen in "Appaloosa," alongside Viggo Mortensen and Ed Harris, who is also directing. "Living... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Figure skating club hits paradICE in spring show May 2, 2008
Skaters' parents helped build the set, which includes a carriage and horses for Cinderella and a pirate ship. Falvey said their might even be a "fireworks display.". (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Seven Fields man wins Disney job Apr 23, 2008
He stood in the rose garden of Cinderella Castle in Disney World in Orlando yesterday morning and received hugs from Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck before being whisked to Disney University for training. The 28-year-old bested two other male finalists, narrowed down from 1,300 applicants, racking up the most votes from viewers online. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Disney Live! Presents Three Classic Fairy Tales Worldwide Premiere in Shanghai Apr 23, 2008
NEW YORK, April 22 /PRNewswire/ -- With the help of Mickey Mouse and his famous friends, the time-honored stories of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast will spring from the storybooks and onto the stage in Disney Live ... "As our first production designed specifically for this audience, we have the opportunity to introduce thousands of children and their families to Snow White, Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast in a very personal and memorable way." ... The... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Veteran Disney animator Ollie Johnston dies at 95 Apr 16, 2008
Johnston contributed animation and direction to classics such as "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," "Pinocchio," "Fantasia," "Song of the South," "Cinderella," and "Alice in Wonderland" and many others ... Johnston contributed animation and direction to classics such as "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," "Pinocchio," "Fantasia," "Song of the South," "Cinderella," and "Alice in Wonderland" and many others ... Johnston contributed animation and direction to classics such as "Snow White and the... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
And they all lived happily ever after ... Apr 16, 2008
"The 50,000 price tag was worth every penny," says Young, "and the day went marvellously. The only downside was that it ended too quickly" - much like Cinderella's night ... Georgina MacDonagh owns the golden crown-topped Cinderella carriage that Katie Price rode in when she wed Peter Andre. (Guardian Unlimited)
More notes on home theater Apr 11, 2008
"This is unbelievable. Its the Cinderella story right here," says a smiling, incredulous Hillstrand. A 42-minute behind-the-scenes doc, shot in hi-def, shows the lengths that the Discovery Channels team went to record the footage (its also being broadcast tonight at 11 p.m.). (USA Today -- Tech)
Best bets for the week Apr 11, 2008
Tinkerbell guides Cinderella, Belle, Aurora, Ariel, Mulan and Snow White on a magical journey, while their dreams come true. Be prepared: Your little ones may come up with some of their own wishes after experiencing the Disney magic - more princess paraphernalia. (Florida Times-Union)
What's Ahead Apr 9, 2008
The musical s characters include many from familiar children s fairy tales such as Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and the beanstalk-climbing Jack. All these and more make appearances in the first act, where their familiar stories are intertwined and updated. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Biography of Selena Gomez Apr 5, 2008
She will play Mary in a new movie called "Another Cinderella Story," which is due out in September 2008. Selina will also take part in the upcoming "High School Musical 3: Senior Year," where she will play a girl named Tiara. (Suite101.com)
Miss UGA and friends hold court with children Mar 31, 2008
" Next, Pitts introduced the little princesses one by one. They walked down the runway holding hands with one of the fairy tale characters. Baylee Cleveland, 5, bought a pink dress especially for the party so she would match Sleeping Beauty - whose alter ego happens to be Lydia Farman, a fifth- grade teacher at Comer Elementary School, where Baylee goes to kindergarten. In addition to cleaning her stepmother's house, attending balls and teaching, Farman, like Pitts, will compete in the Miss... (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Enchanted' lasts, 'Legend' doesn't Mar 16, 2008
Giselle has touches of Snow White, Cinderella and Ariel. Edward is the classic dim prince. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Makeovers turn girls into Disney princesses Mar 16, 2008
Guests can make reservations for their little ones ages 3 and older to be transformed into young princesses and "cool dudes" at two locations at the Walt Disney World Resort -- the original Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in the World of Disney store at Downtown Disney Marketplace and the newer Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique inside Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom ... Mixed in among all the miniature Mickeys and Minnies is a growing number of Cinderellas, Ariels, Belles and Sleeping Beauties ... And a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Illustrating a Hollywood happy ending Mar 9, 2008
Almost since the movies began, there have been adaptations of both fairy tales (the pioneering French filmmaker Georges M li s made the first screen version of "Cinderella" - in 1899 ... Disney would also later make feature-length animated versions of "Cinderella" (1950) and "Sleeping Beauty" (1959). (Boston Globe)
'Toy Story' musical debuts at sea Mar 7, 2008
The Imagineering Creative Entertainment units has also created "Disney's Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular" for Disneyland, "Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story" on Disney Cruise Line and "Festival of the Lion King" at Hong Kong Disneyland. Links posted in this story. (Variety)
Power and grace Mar 6, 2008
From front to back are Kaylene Green as Drizella from Cinderella, Crystal Curry as Cinderella, Aislinn Munck as princess Jasmine from Aladdin, and Kara Krantz as the prince from Cinderella ... The club s group performance, Cinderella recently received first place at the 15th Annual Skating Competition in Billings. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
The perfect guy vacation Mar 5, 2008
Disney World is known worldwide as home to Mickey and Minnie, Goofy and Pluto, Cinderella and Jiminy Cricket. During most of March, Disney is also home to Chipper and Bobby, Smoltzy and Frenchy, Teixeira and Glavine. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Hair-Metal Mania Strikes Again At Rocklahoma Mar 5, 2008
Mitchell Peters, L.A. This year's second annual Rocklahoma will feature performances from Warrant (featuring Jani Lane), Bret Michaels, LA Guns (featuring Tracii Guns), Enuff Z Nuff, Cinderella, Night Ranger and Tesla, among many others. The '80s hair metal-themed festival will take place July 10-13 on a 400-acre field in Pryor, Okla. (Billboard.com)
Marley Widow Wants Lauryn Hill For Biopic Mar 5, 2008
"Every inch of me is in there," she says, "and I don't want a fairy tale or Cinderella story.". One of the hottest concert tours in recent memory will soon be available to enjoy at home. (Billboard.com)
Shifting Gears Mar 2, 2008
You're right, the same James J. Braddock profiled in the Hollywood hit movie "Cinderella Man.". At 7:25 p.m. May 6, the Hindenburg burst into flames while attempting to land in New Jersey. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
More of this story Feb 20, 2008
For those looking to see Cinderella, Snow White, Superman, Batman and Spongebob Squarepants in action, look no further than Saturday's Meredith's Miracles fundraiser, "Cookies with Characters.". This is the second year the annual fundraiser will allow area children to visit with their favorite cartoon character while enjoying Chrissie Schubert's delicious cookies. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Scene It?(R) Reels in the Stars with 2008 Game Lineup Feb 18, 2008
Disney edition features classic characters, unforgettable songs, and scenes from Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and more. Music edition takes players on a journey spanning four decades of music and pop culture, including artists like Johnny Cash, Madonna and, Avril Lavigne. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
O'Brien's blog Feb 16, 2008
What he did not tell you is that this house is called Cinderella s Castle and is located in the middle of the Magic Kingdom that he likes to call Dark Star. And, yes, the Crusading Izod was just spotted leaving Epcot Center locked arm in arm with Minnie Mouse, skipping with a big goofy smile, singing It s a small world after all. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Retired teacher honored with powerful ‘Tribute' Feb 14, 2008
She has sung operatic and light operatic roles, including the title role in Cinderella and Tatiana in A Midsummer's Night Dream. Comments. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Movies with heart Feb 14, 2008
This is the Cinderella story told all over again for grown-ups, complete with lush costuming and a gorgeous prince (Scottish actor Dougray Scott, pre-Desperate Housewives). Drew Barrymore makes a wonderful Cinderella vulnerable yet strong and the movie is both innocent enough and familiar enough to appeal to the whole family. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Memories to last a lifetime Feb 11, 2008
Life was like this for three days - nice people and smiles and ice cream and parades and music and giraffes and Nemo and Cinderella and the Lion King and Mary Poppins, one ride, one show, one prince and princess, one magic moment, after another. OK, so there was a fly in the ointment. (Boston Globe)
Disney focuses on entertainment Feb 9, 2008
On one ship, the Magic, "Hercules" was replaced in 2005 by a show called "Twice Charmed," which provides a new spin on the Cinderella story. Handout. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Walt Disney Biography Feb 9, 2008
The success of Cinderella and a re-release of Bambi allowed him to finally pare his bank debt. He enjoyed a good laugh with his brother, Roy, commenting, Roy, remember when we couldn't borrow a thousand dollars. (Suite101.com)
'Toy Story: The Musical' to debut on Disney cruise Feb 3, 2008
On one ship, the Magic, Hercules was replaced in 2005 by a show called "Twice Charmed," which provides a new spin on the traditional Cinderella story. Now it's almost time for the mythical Greek hero to walk the plank on Disney's other ship, the Wonder. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Through 1/27: 'Princess Wishes' Jan 26, 2008
Mulan, Cinderella, Belle, Aurora and Snow White also dance on the ice, with a special appearance by Tinker Bell. Your own little princesses will be enchanted by this family event. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Done Deals Finally Start to Appear at Sundance Jan 23, 2008
The film, whose producer is Eric Eisner (son of Michael Eisner, the former Disney chief), was one of those Cinderella stories at Sundance: submitted after the festival had announced its lineup in November, still unfinished, absent from the printed festival guides. The buyers knew we rushed a cut, said Mr. Green, the film s agent. (New York Times)
It's wiser to love our lot in life than happily ever afters Jan 5, 2008
Paris, Mary and the occasional reality TV contestant aside, most adults have grown out of believing in fairytales - or the Cinderella-style ones, at least ... In her earliest incarnation, Cinderella murdered her first stepmother before the one who relegated her to servitude moved in with her bratty daughters ... Put that way, Cinderella doesn't look so appealing after all. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Joyce Carlson, 84; co-creator of Disney's 'It's a Small World.' Jan 5, 2008
Carlson, who helped ink animated films such as "Cinderella," "Peter Pan" and "Sleeping Beauty" before helping create the original model for the "It's a Small World" attraction for the 1964 New York World's Fair, died of cancer Wednesday at her home in Orlando, Fla. She was 84. (Los Angeles Times)
Slash loves Disney soundtracks Jan 3, 2008
He said, "In my record collection you'll find the complete catalogues of Walt Disney music. All the classic themes - 'The Jungle Book', 'Cinderella', 'Lady and the Tramp' - the whole lot.". The 42-year-old musician is currently lead guitarist for Velvet Revolver. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Bursting out all over Dec 26, 2007
" The children stole the show as they should do in any properly run production of the Broadway and Hollywood hit. Durango author Paco Ahlgren published his first supernatural crime-fighting novel, Discipline, which is filled with Warren Buffet, Taoism, chess and metaphysical punch-ups Music in the Mountains started its 21st season with 41 concerts, its busiest schedule ever. Former FLC professor Harold Burton Meyers published The Death at Awahi, a mystery novel set on a fictional American Indian... (Durango Herald)
Strangely enchanting | Dec 25, 2007
Instead Disney seem to be paying homage to their classic movies, with the opening sequence replicating both the animation style and overtly naive storylines of 'Sleeping Beauty', 'Cinderella' and 'Snow White. It's not long though before the wholesome goodness is pushed to an uncomfortably forced level, eventually begging the question: are they being serious. (iAfrica.com)
Movie review: 'Enchanted’ is charming Dec 22, 2007
Movie review: 'Enchanted is charming. Updated Friday, December 21, 2007. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Preliminary round of Miss Disney Princess Pageant Malaysia Dec 14, 2007
JOHOR BARU: Famous fairy-tale characters like Cinderella, Snow White and Little Mermaid are some of the things we encounter during our childhood days ... The seven-year-old stunned the crowd with her elegant blue Cinderella gown sewn by her mother ... Emily sang a song from the Cinderella movie entitled A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Tweety, Donald Duck Summoned to Court Dec 5, 2007
In this photo released by Disney World, singer Jessica Simpson poses with Goofy, Mickey and Donald in front of Cinderella Castle at Disney World on Friday, Nov. 30, 2007, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Simpson was on hand to tape the finale performance for the 24th annual "Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade," which is scheduled to air Dec. 25, 2007. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Downtown Tupelo to overflow with cheer Dec 1, 2007
- Second, Cinderella will wave majestically from a float during a break from Disney on Ices Princess Classics at the arena. - Third, Santa Claus will appear with his reindeer. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
"Enchanted" takes you to happily ever after Nov 28, 2007
The story opens up in an animated world characteristic of the Disney style of "Snow White" and "Cinderella." The 2D princess-in-waiting Giselle (Amy Adams) lives in a forest with talking animals and sings love songs to a prince she has never seen ... The old hag and poisoned apples of "Snow White," the helpful animals of "Cinderella," and the wake-up kiss of "Sleeping Beauty" all make appearances. (Silver Chips Online)
Amy Adams' 'Enchanted' Role Might Be Her Ticket To Happily Ever After Nov 27, 2007
"I loved Cinderella growing up," Adams said, explaining that there is a slice of herself in each character she chooses. "There was make-believe, but there wasn't the same princess phenomenon when I was growing up.". (VHI.com -- Music News)
"Enchanted" pays homage to other Disney films Nov 24, 2007
A seedy motel is named the Grand Duke, which is the name of a character from "Cinderella." A restaurant is called Bella Note, a nod to "Lady and the Tramp." A woman Adams encounters in Central Park asks her if she wants to feed the birds, "just a dollar a bag." That's dialogue from "Mary Poppins," subbing out the word "tuppins.". Going a bit deeper, you'll find that Mary Ilene Caselotti, the reporter on TV, is named after the actresses who voiced Princess Aurora in "Sleeping Beauty" (Mary... (Reuters)
Movie Review: "Enchanted": A fairy tale delightfully turned upside down Nov 24, 2007
Although she isn't scrubbing down the front steps in rags and clogs, Giselle has clearly been conceived, more thematically than visually, along the same lines as classic Disney heroines like Snow White and Cinderella. She's pretty, she's perky, she's flat (well, not entirely), and when she sings about her one true love, it isn't long before he emerges on horseback, answering her call with a Stephen Schwartz and Alan Menken refrain of his own. (International Herald Tribune)
Review: Charming 'Enchanted' Destined To Be Classic Nov 24, 2007
Move over Snow White and Cinderella, there's a new fairytale princess in town destined to become a Disney classic. "Enchanted" is one of those films that come along once in a decade and it is marvelously crafted by director Ken Lima (who is also the voice of a talking chipmunk named Pip), screenwriter Bill Kelly, and songwriters Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. (NBC 11, CA)
In Enchanted, Fantasyland meets The Apple Nov 24, 2007
There are a number of subtle references to other Disney classics, including a rooftop climax much like Beauty and the Beast, a missing slipper in an ode to Cinderella, and a cute take on the song "Whistle While You Work" from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs that's both charming and revolting ... The over-the-top acting gets a tad annoying, sure, but try to imagine Snow White or Cinderella in the real world-would it be any different. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
New Disney princess Giselle has an enchanting royal lineage Nov 23, 2007
Dress for success: Cinderella and Giselle both get fashion advice ... As she journeys from the sun-dappled animated land of Andalasia to the harsh realities of modern-day Manhattan in the new romantic comedy, the trilling 'toon comes to 3-D life and pays tribute to such fellow fairy-tale heroines as Snow White and Cinderella while spoofing their telltale traits ... The soap bubbles during Happy Working Song show Giselle's reflection, just as they do when Cinderella cleans. (USA Today)
More enchanting, but obscure, Disney details Nov 23, 2007
His loincloth is patched together with remnants of dresses worn by Snow White, Belle, Sleeping and Cinderella, and he's wearing earrings made of Ariel's shells from The Little Mermaid ... The journalist who interviews Giselle on TV is Mary Ilene Caselotti, named for the voice actresses who did Sleeping Beauty (Mary Costa), Cinderella (Ilene Woods) and Snow White (Adriana Caselotti). (USA Today -- Life)
Movie Review: Enchanted Nov 22, 2007
Somewhere deep in the movie's genetic structure is a chromosome or two of Rocky and Bullwinkle's bi-level wit mixed in with the DNA of Mary Poppins resourceful heroine is soul sister to Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White, and as such she comes accessorized with a handsome fairy-tale prince (Hairspray's James Marsden, wonderfully earnest, and therefore charming, as a princely dolt). But New York works its own magic on Giselle and so does Lawyer McDreamy. (Entertainment Weekly)
Princess story will leave you Enchanted Nov 22, 2007
The movies gender politics will no doubt stem consternation in some quarters you havent seen a Cinderella Complex until you see an animated princess made flesh and blood but there is perhaps a danger in overthinking it. I. (MSNBC -- Movies)
