‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ Airs December 25
posted on December 24th, 2009 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks
Yes, it’s almost parade time. And when the 26th annual “Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade” begins tomorrow, you’ll see some of the world’s best performers. We’ve shared some of the talent appearing during the nationally televised event. Now, here’s the list:
- Celine Dion – The ten-time Grammy winner will be featured singing her heartwarming ballad, “Don’t Save It All for Christmas Day,” and shares her own rendition of “O’ Come All Ye Faithful.”
- Stevie Wonder – The legendary singer/songwriter Stevie Wonder will have viewers singing along with his very own holiday classic, “What Christmas Means to Me.”
- Jonas Brothers – The Worldwide pop stars put a tropical spin on the holidays when they perform their brand-new song, “Summertime Anthem.” The high-energy tune is featured on “All Wrapped Up: Vol. 2,” the new holiday CD from Hollywood Records.
- Selena Gomez – The star of the Disney Channel series “Wizards of Waverly Place,” makes a special appearance amidst the festive magic at Disneyland park.
- Anika Noni Rose – The Tony Award-winner voice of Princess Tiana from the new Walt Disney Pictures animated feature film “The Princess and the Frog,” performs a musical production inspired by “Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee.” During the number, she will be accompanied by Tony Dovolani and Cheryl Burke, two of the dancers from ABC’s hit show “Dancing with the Stars.” The musical, Mardi Gras-style celebration takes place in New Orleans Square at Disneyland.
- Yanni – The performer will bring his Yanni Voices to perform a reverent arrangement of “O Holy Night” featuring Nathan Pacheco.
- Kris Allen – “American Idol” winner entertains the crowd with his rendition of a holiday favorite, “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.”
- USC March Band – Straight from Southern California, the world-famous USC band beats to their own seasonal drums at Disneyland Resort.
- Demi Lovato – The star of the Disney Channel’s “Camp Rock” and “Sonny With A Chance,” performs the Paul McCartney classic, “Wonderful Christmas Time.”
- Steve Rushton – The performer known for his hit songs on the “Hannah Montana: The Movie,” “The Suite Life on Deck” and “G-Force” movie soundtracks, rings in the holidays with “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town” – a tune he performs on the “Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws” Blu-Ray & DVD – as he is joined by the famed Florida A&M University Strikers.
- Samantha Brown – The Travel Channel star checks in with holiday greetings from Disney Cruise Line, aboard the Disney Wonder cruise ship.
- The puppies from Disney’s popular series of “Buddies” movies will make a special appearance to celebrate their all-new and heartwarming holiday adventure on Disney Blu-Ray & DVD, “Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws.”
The two-hour special will be televised in high-definition on December 25 on ABC-TV at 10 a.m. Eastern and 9 a.m. Central, Mountain and Pacific times. Of course, all talent and floats are subject to change.
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First Look – Phineas and Ferb
posted on November 11th, 2009 by Heather Hust Rivera, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, The Walt Disney Company
For all you Disney Channel fans, Phineas and Ferb made their Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade debut during a taping at Disneyland park this week. The characters do not currently have an ongoing presence in the Parks, but the Disney Parks Christmas Parade taping is the first time they have appeared anywhere. What do you think of these new characters?
More Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade Fun! Ryan Seacrest and Demi Lovato
posted on November 9th, 2009 by Heather Hust Rivera, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, The Walt Disney Company
Yes, there’s more!
If you missed the blog posts over the weekend, we shared photos of Selena Gomez, Stevie Wonder, Anika Noni Rose, Cheryl Burke and Tony Dovolani performing and filming at Disneyland park for the annual Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade broadcast.
Here’s today’s photo of Ryan Seacrest posing with Donald Duck while taking a break from Ryan’s duties as co-host for the show.
Demi Lovato was also seen on Main Street, USA performing “Wonderful Christmas Time.”
To see more, don’t miss the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade on ABC, which airs December 25.
Stevie Wonder and Anika Noni Rose Film Performances for the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
posted on November 8th, 2009 by Heather Hust Rivera, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, The Walt Disney Company
It’s not your average day at Disneyland Park when Stevie Wonder performs “That’s What Christmas Means to Me “in front of Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle. Here’s a photo of Minnie Mouse, Stevie and his daughter Aisha Morris during a break from taping.
Stevie Wonder and Anika Noni Rose were both performing at Disneyland park today for the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade.
Anika was seen performing a musical production number inspired by “Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee” for the annual holiday special that appears on ABC. While singing and dancing in New Orleans Square, Anika encountered “Dancing with the Stars” celebs, Cheryl Burke and Tony Dovolani.
Be sure to tune in to ABC on Christmas morning to see these fun performances.
You Saw it Here First – Selena Gomez Tapes the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
posted on November 7th, 2009 by Heather Hust Rivera, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, The Walt Disney Company
While the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort doesn’t officially start until November 13, Selena Gomez spread some holiday cheer at Disneyland park today.
Selena will appear in the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade on ABC later this year and was seen taping a segment and playing with Stitch in front of Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle.
Check back on the Disney Parks Blog for more updates on this year’s exciting show, which airs Christmas Day on ABC.
