VIDEO RECAP: SIGNin’ in the Street at Disneyland Resort Celebrates Creativity in the Deaf Community
posted on March 21st, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
Last weekend, the Disneyland Resort hosted SIGNin’ in the Street at the Downtown Disney District, a first-of-its-kind event at any Disney property celebrating creativity in the deaf community. The event, which underscores Disney’s commitment to diversity, provided guests the opportunity to learn more about deaf culture through performances, workshops, screenings and celebrity presentations.
Enjoy this look back at SIGNin’ in the Street!
Disneyland Resort Welcomes Matsiko World Orphans Choir
posted on March 13th, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
As part of the Disney Performing Arts program, an inspirational event is taking place this Thursday, Mar. 15, at Disneyland park – a performance by the Matsiko World Orphans Choir.
Sponsored by International Children’s Network and deemed a world treasure, the choir consists of orphaned children from all around the world who express a melting pot of cultures through song and dance. Among the countries represented are India, Liberia and Peru.
Thursday’s performance begins at 10:25 a.m. at the Carnation Plaza Gardens Stage.
Cast Member Musicals at the Disneyland Resort Raise $20,000 for Charity
posted on March 12th, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
What do Disneyland Resort cast members have in common with mini musicals? “Flashback,” of course – the annual, after-hours event in the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure park, in which cast members from across the Resort have the unique opportunity to take the stage and perform original Broadway-style acts for charity.
This year, ticket sales for cast members’ friends and family benefited Orangewood Children’s Foundation and Anaheim Interfaith Shelter/Halcyon. Each nonprofit received a $10,000 check at last week’s event.
More than 300 cast members took advantage of the fun cast offering, and this year’s theme – games and comic books – lent itself to costumes inspired by playing cards and super heroes. Congratulations to all who participated after nearly two months of practice and production!
Every Role a Starring Role – Disneyland Resort Cast Activities
posted on March 2nd, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
Among the many reasons why I love working at Disneyland Resort are the unique events put on by our cast activities team. In this installment of Every Role a Starring Role, Cast Activities Representative Janet Cooper will give you a glimpse into how they create magic for those who, well, create magic!
‘Celebrate Gospel’ Returns to Disney California Adventure Park February 18
posted on February 16th, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
Are you ready for some gospel music?
This Saturday, February 18, some powerful voices are included in your admission to Disney California Adventure park. In celebration of Black History Month, 14 gospel choirs from across Southern California will raise their voices to get you on your feet and clapping your hands. All performances take place at Stage 17 in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot.
Here’s a schedule of the performing choirs:
11 a.m.
- Friendship Baptist Church – Voices of Joy (Yorba Linda)
- Moreno Valley College Gospel Singers (Moreno Valley)
- New Spirit Baptist Church – Voices of Spirit (Santa Ana)
- Amazing Grace Conservatory (Los Angeles)
- Xtreme Purpose Choir (Pasadena)
1:30 p.m.
- Cross Word Christian Church – Voices of the Word (Riverside)
- City of Refuge – Spirit of David (Gardena)
- Hearts of Psalms Gospel Choir (San Bernardino)
- Classic Souls for Christ (Bakersfield)
- Second Baptist Church Choir (Santa Ana)
4:30 p.m.
- Greater Los Angeles Cathedral Choir (Los Angeles area)
- Friendship Baptist Church – Inspirational Voices (Yorba Linda)
- Mt. Rubidoux 7th Day Adventist Church Choir (Riverside)
- Greater Zion – Voices of Destiny (Compton)
Every Role a Starring Role – Disneyland Resort Chef
posted on February 3rd, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
Next time you stop by the Jolly Holiday Bakery Café on Main Street, U.S.A., keep your eyes peeled for Chef Janine Ruozi (and the Matterhorn Macaroons). Chef Janine is the new bakery’s head chef and the latest star of our Every Role a Starring Role video series. This one may make you hungry!
Every Role a Starring Role – Disneyland Resort Catering & Convention Services
posted on January 9th, 2012 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
Imagine having your own private event at the Disneyland Resort. Perhaps a reception in the lobby of the Hollywood Tower Hotel, an elegant dinner inside the Haunted Mansion or a gala at one of our three resort hotels. Whatever your event may be, cast members like Chris Anderson, a Disneyland Resort catering & convention services manager, can help you turn your meeting or special event into an unforgettable experience. Here’s how!
Giving is our Way at Disneyland Resort
posted on December 19th, 2011 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
‘Twas the season of giving at the Disneyland Resort, and in keeping with our annual tradition, we hope you’ll enjoy caroling about this year’s community support to the tune of “Winter Wonderland.” Happy holidays!
Community called, we were listenin’,
At the ready, our smiles a glistenin’
Bringing holiday cheer,
And donating all year,
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
We gave away – record donations,
To charities, and foundations
$13 million was contributed,
in So Cal it was distributed,
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
For the kids cast members held a toy drive,
Led by the one and only Mickey Mouse
He said: Are you giving?
We said: Yes Mick,
Thousands to the Toys-for-Tots warehouse.
Our wish program — we conspired,
By the children, we were inspired
With characters enchanted,
550 wish trips granted,
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
At a park together we built a playground,
For Anaheim children it did please
Adopt-a-Family helped 700 people,
Marine families received lots of Christmas trees.
Ticket requests, came to fruition,
For nonprofits – theme park admission
16 thousand donations,
to 4 thousand organizations,
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
The call for help, we were listenin’,
VoluntEARs workin’ and whistlin’
85 thousand hours this year,
One hundred sixty events with our gear,
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
In the schools we helped to build art programs,
About 200 grants that we gave
College aid for 10 high school seniors,
Five thousand in tuition each will save.
To volunteer, the feeling’s thrillin’,
Dreams at CHOC, we are a’ fillin’
At the CHOC Walk day,
Or holiday party to play,
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
Giving is our way at Disneyland.
Every Role a Starring Role – Disneyland Resort Sommelier
posted on November 28th, 2011 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
This month we give a special “cheers” to Disneyland Resort sommeliers. Watch as Dondi Balisalisa, an advanced sommelier at the award-winning Napa Rose restaurant, tells us how his extensive wine knowledge helps create a magical experience for Disneyland Resort guests.
For more information on Napa Rose, check out the posts below:
- Our Favorite Nibbles With Cocktails at Disneyland Resort Lounges
- Our Favorite Dishes at Disneyland Resort
- A Toast to 10 Years and Four Diamonds for Napa Rose
Disneyland Resort Engages in National Family Volunteer Day
posted on November 22nd, 2011 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr., Communications Specialist, Disneyland Resort
Last Saturday, Disney VoluntEARS celebrated National Family Volunteer Day by helping assemble 26,341 food boxes at the Orange County Food Bank for local seniors in need this holiday season.
That is 421 tons of food – a record for both the amount of food and the most food boxes assembled at the Orange County Food Bank in one day!
Created six years ago in partnership with the Disneyland Resort, the event has grown into one of the largest National Family Volunteer Day events in the country, inspiring employees from companies across Orange County to volunteer with their families.
More than 1,200 volunteers participated this year, including Disneyland Resort cast member Mary Cobb and her family, who are hard at work in this photo!
