Enchanted Book Shoppe, The

Enchanted Book Shoppe, The Beauty and the Beast show at Plaza Gardens at Disneyland from November 28, 1991, to April 26, 1992. It was superseded by the more sophisticated Beauty and the Beast stage show presented at Videopolis.

Empress Lilly

Empress Lilly Riverboat moored at Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World containing three restaurants—the Fisherman’s Deck, the Steerman’s Quarters, and the Empress Room, opened on May 1, 1977. Named after Walt Disney’s wife, Lilly Disney. Until the opening of Victoria and Albert’s at the Grand Floridian, the Empress Room provided the most elegant dining experience …

Enchanted (film)

Enchanted (film) In this fairytale spoof beginning in the colorful, musical, animated world of Andalasia, the beautiful Giselle’s wish to meet the handsome prince of her dreams and share “true love’s kiss” comes true when Prince Edward hears her lilting soprano raised in song and rushes to her side. The very next day, on her …

Emporium

Emporium The largest store on Main Street at Disneyland, opened July 17, 1955. It serves as the primary place for Disneyland to showcase its souvenir merchandise, and, located right at the end of Main Street as one is leaving the park, it is ideal for those last-minute purchases. A highlight at the Emporium are its …

Empire (television)

Empire (television) An epic six-hour miniseries, airing on ABC beginning June 28, 2005, and ending July 26. In 44 B.C., Julius Caesar returns from triumphs in Spain to a neglected republic and a corrupt senate drunk with power. Though he’s hailed as a hero by the masses, the senate is wary of Caesar’s plans that …

Emperor’s New School, The (television)

Emperor’s New School, The (television) Animated series, debuting on Disney Channel on January 27, 2006, and on ABC Kids on January 28. The teenage Kuzco, a self-centered but lovable wise guy, is first in line to be emperor but before he can officially claim the throne, he must graduate from school. Kuzco’s biggest obstacle is …

Emperor’s New Groove, The (film)

Emperor’s New Groove, The (film) In a mythical mountain kingdom, arrogant young Emperor Kuzco is transformed into a llama by his power-hungry adviser—the devious diva Yzma. Stranded in the jungle, Kuzco’s only chance to get back home and reclaim the high life rests with a good-hearted peasant named Pacha. Kuzco’s “perfect world” becomes a perfect …

Emperor Penguins, The (film)

Emperor Penguins, The (film) Live-action short; released on October 13, 1955. Directed by Maris Marret. Documents the life and habits of the largest of all penguins, filmed during a French Antarctic expedition led by Paul Emile Victor. 11 min.

Emmy Awards

Emmy Awards Disney individuals and television programs have been honored by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences with many Emmy Awards over the years. The list of awards is as follows: 1955 Walt Disney Studio for Disneyland: Best Variety Series, 1954 Walt Disney Studio for Operation Undersea on Disneyland: Best Individual Show, 1954 Walt Disney …

Emil and the Detectives (film)

Emil and the Detectives (film) Emil, on his first trip to Berlin, carries money to his grandmother, a mission of great responsibility, but a pickpocket cannot resist robbing the boy while he is napping on the bus. Awakening in time, Emil follows the crook and with the aid of a group of resourceful boys his …