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Walt Disney

Date of Death: December 15, 1966 (65)

Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Musical

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Video: Watch the All New Teaser Trailer For Disney's MOANA 2

Walt Disney Animation Studios has released an all new teaser trailer for the highly anticipated film, Moana 2. This comes after a new poster was revealed yesterday. Check out the video here!
Rhapsody Theater Celebrates Father's Day With A Magic-Filled Weekend

Rhapsody Theater invites families to celebrate the Father’s Day weekend.
See First Poster for MOANA 2; New Trailer Tomorrow

Walt Disney Animation Studios has just dropped the first poster for the highly anticipated film, Moana 2. Alongside the poster, the studio also announced that the first trailer for the film will be arriving tomorrow. Take a look at the poster here!
SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!
MARY POPPINS Composer Richard M. Sherman Has Passed Away at 95

Composer Richard M. Sherman passed away at 95 due to age-related illness at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, on Saturday, May 25th.
Exclusive: Kimiko Glenn and Kimia Behpoornia Perform 'Block Party in Brickland' from PBS KIDS' CITY ISLAND SINGS!

BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive clip from City Island Sings!, a new series of community-minded music videos from the Augenblick Studio’s Future Brain Media. In the video, Watt (Kimia Behpoornia) and Windy (Kimiko Glenn) explore their local Brickland block party and all the things that make it great: the music, the food, the games, and most of all, the different kinds of people who come together to celebrate.
Surflight Theatre Opens Its 75th Season With MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

Surflight Theatre celebrates its 75th anniversary with a production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET.
Video: Watch Anson Bagley Perform 'Ohio' From IN PIECES: A NEW MUSICAL Deluxe Album

Broadway Records is set to release a new deluxe version of the hit album In Pieces: A New Musical (Highlights) featuring music by Joey Contreras and including 8 original songs not included on the 2021 release. The first single available now is a version of Contreras’ exuberant song of youthful infatuation, “Ohio,“ this time performed by cast member Anson Bagley. Watch the new video!
New Jersey Symphony Reveals 2024 Edward T. Cone Composition Institute Composers

The New Jersey Symphony has revealed the composers for the 10th Edward T. Cone Composition Institute. Learn more about them!
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles Will Launch $15 Million Home Improvement Project

The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles has announced a transformative renovation of its downtown Los Angeles headquarters that creates a new 299-seat state of the art multi-media and live performing arts and community center.
Nathan Cole Named New BSO Concertmaster

The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Andris Nelsons have announced the appointment of violinist Nathan Cole as the orchestra's new concertmaster. Cole will take the Charles Munch chair at the start of the BSO's 2024 Tanglewood season in July, becoming the orchestra's 11th concertmaster since its founding in 1881.
Video: Watch the ALADDIN on Broadway Anniversary Celebration

Watch the Aladdin on Broadway 10th Anniversary Celebration concert, featuring Michael James Scott, Mandy Gonzalez, and more in the video here!
Video: Go Behind the Scenes with the Cast of the ALADDIN 10th Anniversary Concert

The cast of the Aladdin 10th Anniversary Disney on Broadway Concert enjoys some games behind the scenes in the video here!
Disneyland Resort Cast Members Vote To Unionize With Actors' Equity Association

On Saturday evening, May 18, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that the Disneyland Resort Cast Members who perform as characters or dance in parades and the hosts, leads and trainers who create magic alongside them, have voted to be represented by Actors' Equity Association (Equity).
Disney on Broadway Stars Will Unite for 30th Anniversary Sing-Along at BroadwayCon

In celebration of Disney on Broadway’s 30th anniversary, original stars James Monroe Iglehart (2014 Tony winner for Aladdin), Kara Lindsay (Newsies), Patti Murin (Frozen) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan) invite you to ‘Be Their Guest’ in a sing-along featuring fan favorite numbers from Disney on Broadway’s nine Broadway musicals, including 'Hakuna Matata,' 'Poor Unfortunate Souls,' 'Whole New World' and 'Let It Go.'
Video: Mandy Gonzalez Sings 'Prince Ali' at the ALADDIN on Broadway Concert Celebration

An all new clip has been released from the upcoming Aladdin on Broadway Concert Celebration, featuring Mandy Gonzalez performing 'Prince Ali'.
Abu Dhabi Festival And Robert Townson Productions Present PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION: THE PAINTINGS OF BOB PEAK

Experience a world premiere orchestra concert event at Walt Disney Concert Hall on June 14, featuring iconic film scores and new compositions inspired by legendary illustrator Bob Peak's artwork.
Children & Families Invited to Broadway's PETER PAN Community Giveback at the Dr. Phillips Center

In a community giveback tradition that started in 2017, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts has announced that 200 local children and family members will attend Broadway's Peter Pan on Thursday, May 16 and Saturday, May 18, 2024.
ROAD DIARY: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND Documentary To Release This October

Springsteen and The E Street Band offer the most in-depth look ever at the creation of their legendary live performances in the new documentary featuring unprecedented, behind-the-scenes access to their 2023-2024 world tour. “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band” opens a new door to Springsteen’s creative process for fans around the world, sharing fly-on-the-wall footage of band rehearsals and special moments backstage - as well as hearing from Springsteen himself.
Allan Stewart and Alex Bourne Join the West End Cast of THE WIZARD OF OZ

Allan Stewart (Stones in His Pockets, West End, UK Tour, Toronto; STV Hello, Good Evening, Welcome) and Alex Bourne (Annie, West End, UK Tour, Toronto; Hairspray, UK Tour) will reprise their touring roles as The Wizard when The Wizard of Oz concludes its major UK and Ireland tour this summer. 

Walt Disney FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Walt Disney written?

Walt Disney has written 1 shows including Mary Poppins (Source Material).

What awards has Walt Disney been nominated for?

Walt Disney's musical, The Lion King, has been nominated for the Best Musical category at the Tony Awards.

What awards has Walt Disney won?

Walt Disney's musical "The Lion King" has won the prestigious Tony Award for Best Musical. This award recognizes the outstanding achievement of the production in the Broadway industry. The Lion King has received critical acclaim and has been widely recognized for its exceptional storytelling, music, and stagecraft. It is considered one of Disney's most successful and beloved stage adaptations, garnering numerous accolades and nominations throughout its run.

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