Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Liberty Square Riverboat Returns, Burning Cabin Restored at the Magic Kingdom

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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After nearly a year in refurbishment, the Liberty Belle is once again sailing along Magic Kingdom’s Rivers of America. The attraction has reopened with several changes, including a completely new boiler on board. The show scenes around the river have also been given a refresh, making it look clean and new. The foliage around the … Read more

Jerrod Maruyama’s “Cute Country” to Debut at Epcot International Festival of the Arts

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Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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We hope you can “bear” with us, because we have some very good news. Jerrod Maruyama, known for his Disney Parks artwork including the “Kingdom of Cute” vinyl figurine series, will have four new pieces debuting at the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, including “Cute Country,” which pays tribute to the genuine, original … Read more

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade to Feature New Sneak Peek at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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While it may be marked “Do Not Open Until 2019,” Disney Parks is offering a peek at next year’s big present on Christmas Day. Part of this year’s Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade will offer a preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, including the new rides, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Millennium … Read more

Dates Released for 2019-2020 runDisney Races

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Lace up your running shoes and grab your mouse ears! runDisney has revealed the dates for its races in late 2019 into 2020. There is a notable change for regular participants: registrations will now open at 10 AM EST on the corresponding day. The schedule, as it stands now: runDisney Virtual Series: June 1st – … Read more

Rose Gold Ear Headbands Arrive at Disney Cruise Line

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Look out, Donald Duck! Sailor hats are out, and rose gold ears are in! A new set of ear headbands have docked at Disney Cruise Line! Rose gold mania has swept the Disney Parks, taking over ear headbands, spirit jerseys, plushes, iPhone cases, and even food, and now it’s arrived at Disney Cruise Line. Keep … Read more

Walt Disney World Cast Member Arrested For Stalking, Sexually Harassing Co-Worker

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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A Walt Disney World cast member has been arrested and charged with stalking and sexual cyber-harassment of a co-worker. 18 year-old Nicolas Palazuelos worked as a lifeguard at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort in September when he met the victim, whose name was not released. The two became friends, though according to the victim, after two … Read more

Float Collapse in Disneyland’s Christmas Fantasy Parade Launches Santa Out of His Sleigh

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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It’s always a magical sight when Santa Claus comes down Main Street U.S.A. in his sleigh… but when Santa’s falling out of his sleigh, it’s a different story. On Saturday afternoon at Disneyland, the float in A Christmas Fantasy Parade containing Santa’s sleigh broke, tipping over and launching old Saint Nick out of his seat. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Build-It-Yourself Haunted Mansion, Small World, Mad Tea Party, Splash Mountain Dioramas at Disney Parks

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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There’s a new way to bring home memories of Walt Disney World (and Disneyland too). Four new sets of build-it-yourself cardboard dioramas have hit store shelves at the resort. Each 14-piece set shows a memorable moment from a Disney Parks attraction: Mad Tea Party, The Haunted Mansion, “it’s a small world,” and Splash Mountain. Which … Read more

PHOTO: Skyliner Testing Seen Near Caribbean Beach Resort

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Though the official opening of the Disney Skyliner is just under a year away, we’re already seeing some testing of the system. Here, we see testing of the cable lines at the Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort station. Though these aren’t the actual gondolas that will ultimately be used, mock gondolas are being used to test … Read more

Overnight Road Closures Coming to Walt Disney World December 12th-14th

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 6/2/17 (Happily Ever After, Road Work, iCan Robot, Gay Days, ETC.)

If you’re looking to get around the Walt Disney World resort late at night from now until Saturday, road closures may impact your travel. From approximately 11 PM to 6 AM on December 12th, 13th, and 14th, the southbound part of World Drive (near Seven Seas Drive), the Magic Kingdom Auto Plaza inbound lanes, and … Read more

Cast Member Admits to Filming Co-Worker in Animal Kingdom Restroom

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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According to a Orange County Sheriff’s Department report, a Walt Disney World cast member admitted to secretly recording a co-worker in a restroom. The victim reported that he was standing at a urinal at the Pride Rock Employee Service Center at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, when he noticed a cell phone moving under a restroom stall, … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look Inside The Tropical Hideaway at Disneyland Provides Fun Tiki Room, SEA, and Jungle Cruise References

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Disneyland’s getting ready to start the show rolling on The Tropical Hideaway, the new lounge coming to Adventureland, and today, Disney Parks Blog gave us our first look. The venue will serve a variety of beverages and light eats, including the world-famous Dole Whip. Guests will have a number of ways to enter the lounge, … Read more

“Sister Act 3” in Development for Disney+; Whoopi Goldberg’s Involvement in Doubt

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Sister Act fans, your prayers have been answered… but it may be without Whoopi Goldberg. According to a Variety report, Disney is currently developing Sister Act 3 for the upcoming streaming service, Disney+. The studio has reportedly tapped “Insecure” co-executive producer Regina Hicks and “Star” showrunner Karin Gist to pen the screenplay. But according to … Read more

BREAKING: Joey Fatone to Narrate Candlelight Processional December 24th-25th

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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There’s been a change to Epcot’s Candlelight Processional lineup. Musician, actor, and entertainer Joey Fatone (formerly of *NSYNC) will serve as the show’s narrator on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24th and 25th. The Orlando native replaces Edward James Olmos on the schedule. Keep reading WDW News Today as we keep you updated on … Read more

Kingdom Hearts Event Coming to Disney Springs December 14th-January 31st

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Kingdom Hearts fans, this one’s for you. A special event celebrating the release of Kingdom Hearts III is coming to Disney Springs from December 14th, 2018 to January 31st, 2019. The event space, located in the former site of The Disney Corner, will feature a playable demo of the new game, a special Keyblade exhibit, … Read more

Napolini Pizzeria Opens at Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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Whether it’s topped with shrimp and lemon pesto, potato, bacon and egg, or something of your own creation, pizza lovers have a new destination to enjoy. Napolini Pizzeria, located below the newly-renamed Naples Ristorante e Bar, recently opened at the Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney. The pizzeria serves up Neopolitan-style personal-sized pies. Guests can choose between cheese … Read more

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