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Lightning Strikes in New Cars 3 Teaser—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Lightning Strikes Again in New Cars 3 Teaser Trailer It’s been almost six years since we last saw legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) race around the world (and take down the evil Professor Z) in Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2. But gas up and start your engines, because everyone’s favorite Piston Cup …

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Get Inspired by These Disney “Fresh Starts”

By Courtney Potter Welcome to 2017—the perfect time to make new goals, to devise new dreams, and to celebrate new beginnings. In need of some New Year’s inspiration of your own? Look no further than your favorite Disney films! Countless characters have faced all manner of trials and tribulations before conquering adversity and stepping—often with …

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Beauty and the Beast

Peek into Live-Action Beauty and the Beast—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Brand-New Trailer for Disney’s Live-Action Beauty and the Beast It’s a tale as old as time, a song as old as rhyme… and it’s coming to the big screen as a live-action adaptation! Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, directed by Bill Condon, doesn’t waltz into a cinema near you until next spring—but …

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10 Magical Walt Disney World Memories

By D23 Team Since Walt Disney World opened on October 1, 1971, millions have visited to experience the “most magical place on Earth.” We’ve already shared some of our favorite photos from the past 45 years, and in celebration of the 45th anniversary of Walt Disney World, we asked Disney fans to share their favorite …

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Howard Ashman in the recording studio

The Legend Behind the Lyrics of Beauty and the Beast

By William Keck “To our friend Howard, who gave a mermaid her voice and a beast his soul, we will be forever grateful.” This dedication in the closing credits of Beauty and the Beast pays homage to the film’s lyricist, Howard Ashman, who never lived to see the final print. Were only real life as just …

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Lumiere, Mrs. Potts, and Cogsworth

Catching Up with the Enchanted Objects from Beauty and the Beast

By William Keck In real life, sidekicks (usually our little brothers and sisters) can be, well, let’s face it—super annoying. But in Disney animated films, they are the characters who provide the biggest laughs and one-liners. There’s Ariel’s calypso-singing crab. Anna’s buck-toothed snowman. Peter’s jealous pixie. But it’s Beauty and the Beast’s Belle who really …

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Mrs. Potts and Chip tea set

Mrs. Potts and Chip Tea Set

Enjoy tea for two with this darling duo from Beauty and the Beast as your décor. Reminder Cutting and scoring are intended only for grown-ups! Materials 8 1/2” x 11” cardstock (we recommend 110-pound paper for best results) Scissors Cutting knife Ruler Glue Directions Print all the pieces on cardstock. Click here to download. Have …

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Cogsworth Cupcakes

Cogsworth Cupcakes

It’s time for a treat! Enjoy these charming Cogsworth cupcakes from our friends at Disney Family. Ingredients Peach-colored frosting (Note: to make your own, simply stir 1 drop of red food coloring and 2 to 3 drops of yellow food coloring into 1 cup of butter cream frosting. This should be enough to frost 1/2 …

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