Inside “How Does the Show Go On? you will learn all types of things about the theater and of course there are hidden gems such as a broadway ticket enclosed in a small envelope. On the opposite page is a little diagram that actually explains all that information on the ticket. I don’t know about you but I use to have a really hard time finding which section I was suppose to sit in. There is a Playbill on page 29, for those that don’t know this is the program you are given when you first walk in so you know who is playing and the different acts that will be shown. There are copies of scripts and scenes, stage notes, a sketches & swatches booklet, etc. My kids loved the before and after shots of the actors/actresses that played various characters. This book is jammed packed with information that you can think up or not even think up. I think this book gives two thumbs up as it has so much information and pictures to go with everything.

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That’s not the only thing Disney has to offer, head on over to the Disneyonbroadway.com/giftshop and check them out. You will discover they have a Mary Poppins musical snowglobe, which I’ve already told the hubby I want. In the snowglobe you’ll see a large version of Mary Poppins with her umbrella taking her up into the sky and when you shake it stars twirl around her.  The song it plays is Chim, Chim Cher-ee, this cost $40.50. This would go perfect with the Mary Poppins movie too.

Of course no holiday guide would be complete without a list of Christmas ornaments correct? We all know the kids, as well as the adults love to put ornaments on the tree, especially when they

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bring them memories. Disney also has Lion King’s Simba and Scar ornaments, which actually look like the masks that were worn on the Broadway play. Oh and if you have your heart set on Mary Poppins you can get her famous parrot shaped umbrella to hang on your tree. $20 each for the ornaments

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Disney’s Holiday Guide For Kids and Adults

Walt Disney World fireworks show

The Holiday Inn Main Gate is located 3 miles from the main entrance to the Walt Disney World Theme Parks.  With it’s kids play FREE, stay FREE, and eat FREE, it’s a budget friendly family option in a frequently expensive vacation destination.  The hotel has newly renovated rooms that include kids suites featuring a bunk bed, activity table and chairs, and a separate adult’s room.  Some of the other family friendly amenities include a pool, kid’s theater that shows cartoons, kid’s playground, and a family electronic game room.  Dining choices include restaurants and a food court, both offering family friendly food choices and prices.

To get the special buy one night, get one night FREE offer, you’ll need to follow the hotel on Twitter or become a hotel Facebook Fan.  Sounds like a pretty easy way to adds FREE nights to your stay!

The social media special is valid for travel through December 23rd, 2009.  I checked a few random dates between now and the end of the year, and it looks like there’s still good availability.  With the social media special, a kid’s suite factors out to about $45/night, and that’s a GREAT deal!

Photo credit: kyku @flickr

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Buy 1, Get 1 FREE Disney Social Media Special

The story of Disney will evolve from the drawings of his youth, to the founding of his first company (Laugh-

Walt Disney Stamp from 1968

O-GramFilms), to the birth of Mickey Mouse, to the opening of Disneyland.  Along the way, you’ll discover just how creative and technically innovative Disney was, and learn how about some of the revolutionary techniques and concepts that became commonplace.  This guy was a creative genius!

The exhibits will be full of film clips, art, scripts, photographs, personal correspondence, home movies, and other artifacts that give us a glimpse into the man and his creative processes.  And, as you would expect, there will be lots of video monitors throughout the museum, along with lots of interactive displays.  The museum also has a movie theater, learning center, cafe, and gift shop.

The Walt Disney Family Museum is located at 104 Montgomery Street in San Francisco, and will be open Wednesday – Monday, 10 am – 6 pm.  It will be closed on Tuesdays.

Admission is by timed-entry tickets, available for purchase online up to 60 days in advance.  Tickets may not be available at the door, based on online sales, so plan to buy online and guarantee yourself admission.  Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (65+) and students, $12.50 for children ages 6-17, and children under age 6 are admitted FREE with an adult admission.  Tickets are already on sale.

Strollers are not permitted in the galleries, and there is only limited stroller parking available.  If you’re traveling with little ones, take this into consideration.  Strollers are best left behind, and you’ll be prepared to carry your little one when tired.

Traffic and parking in the Presidio is often difficult, so consider public transportation.  Get specific transportation and parking information from The Presidio’s website.

It sounds like there’s one MORE reason to visit San Francisco!

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Walt Disney Family Museum to Open October 1st

They’re currently conducting a casting call for an upcoming movie titled “Buddies.”

Auditions will be split up into two “runways” — a Beverly Hills Chihuahua line for the posh pups and a Bolt line for those whose talents and tricks are many.

There are only four casting calls in four cities — check to see if you’re close to one! Limited sign-ups begin at noon local time and are run on a first come, first served basis:

Friday, March 13
Bolin Memorial Park
1649 W Adams St
Phoenix, AZ 85007
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Sunday, March 15
Fair Park (Museum of Nature & Science Bldg)
1300 Robert B Cullum Blvd.
Dallas, TX 75315
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Friday, March 20
Centennial Park
265 Park Ave West N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30313
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Sunday, March 22
Bayfront Park
301 North Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132

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Disney’s Canine Casting Call

I think that this will help save so many and having them identified in the park brochures is another plus. Just my hearty observation for the day. By the way, the kids loved Hollywood studios!

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AED’s everywhere at Disney!