Jim Hill

Tune Thursday: Christopher Sieber kneels to get a rise out of Broadway audiences

Jim Hill — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill chats with this Tony nominee about the physical challenges involved with playing Lord Farquaad in “Shrek The Musical”...(read more)

"The Hidden Magic of Walt Disney World" will give you a renewed appreciation of the WDW Resort

Jim Hill — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill reviews Susan Veness’ new paperback, which features over 600 seldom-told tales about the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom...(read more)

Julien's 2009 Summer Sale features genuine pieces of Hollywood history

Jim Hill — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill preview some of the 700+ items that will coming up for bid later this month at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino...(read more)

Licensing International Expo 2009 offers sneak peeks at new films from Fox, Pixar, DreamWorks Animation and Universal Studios

Jim Hill — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill shares some shots that he took while wandering the aisles at Mandalay Bay's convention center. Which is where many of the major studios promoted their upcoming motion pictures last week...(read more)

It's time to cash in those Disney Dollars. D23 Expo tickets go on sale today

Jim Hill — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:05:00 GMT

Jim Hill talks up some of the high points of this first-ever "Ultimate Disney Fan Experience." Which will be presented at the Anaheim Convention Center September 10 - 13th...(read more)

The parade passes WALL-E by : Pixar star's appearance cut from Sunday's Tonys telecast

Jim Hill — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill reveals how the Living Character Initiative version of WALL-E ALMOST got to take part in a televised tribute to composer Jerry Herman...(read more)

"The Art of the Walt Disney World Resort" is worth going out of your way for

Jim Hill — Wed, 27 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill reviews Jeff Kurtti & Bruce Gordon’s latest book. Which features some spectacular sketches & concept paintings for WDW rides and resorts that were never built...(read more)

"Would you like to ride in my beautiful balloon?"

Jim Hill — Tue, 26 May 2009 04:05:00 GMT

Jim Hill talks about the neat invitation that he and Nancy got last Thursday while covering an “Up” press event in Boston...(read more)

Why the bloom is never off the rose at Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival

Jim Hill — Thu, 21 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill chats with Eric Darden, horticultural manager for this WDW annual event. Who reveals what goes on after-hours so that Guests will always see beautiful bedding plants whenever they attend this 75-day-long festival...(read more)

"Now it's time to say goodbye ... " : Remembering Wayne Allwine (1947 - 2009)

Jim Hill — Wed, 20 May 2009 04:05:00 GMT

Jim Hill reflects on the lifetime & career of this Disney Legend. Who passed away this past Monday due to complications from diabetes...(read more)

"From the Deep Blue Sea to the Great White Way" charts Ariel's journey to Broadway

Jim Hill — Wed, 20 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill reviews Michael Lassell’s latest making-of book for Disney Theatrical Productions. Which reveals how Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” went from being an Academy Award-winning animated feature to becoming a popular musical for the stage...(read more)

Monster Mansion comes roaring back to life at Six Flags Over Georgia

Jim Hill — Mon, 18 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill brings you a report from the press preview for this newly enhanced & restored attraction. Which -- FYI -- features a surprising amount of numbers to The Walt Disney Company...(read more)

Controversial cartoon characters come up for bid in next week's S/R Laboratories auction

Jim Hill — Fri, 15 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

If you're easily offended, maybe you shouldn't look at today's JHM article. Which features somewhat infamous images from "Fantasia," "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" and "Song of the South"...(read more)

D23 unveils its Summer 2009 Special Events calendar, with Disney-related fun being offered all around the country in the coming months

Jim Hill — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill shares the latest news coming out of “The Official Community for Disney Fans.” Which will be presenting private screenings as well as offering exclusive backstage experiences all over the U.S. now through September...(read more)

Monster Plantation's makeover nearly complete, revamped attraction opens this Saturday

Jim Hill — Thu, 14 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Jim Hill talks about this popular Six Flags Over Georgia dark ride. Which – after 7 months of renovations – is about to invite its very first Guests to attend a newly enhanced Monster pic-nic...(read more)