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The global health crisis has had a pretty big effect on the entertainment industry.

Just last week, we reported that AMC Theatres were working towards a summer reopening. Now, the movie theater chain has announced that they will be opening 450 U.S. locations on July 15th and the remaining 150 on July 24th.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the theaters are opening next month in time to screen Disney’s release of Mulan, initially releasing on July 24th.

AMC movie theaters are reopening on a phased model. Phase 1 (July 15th) will see capacity set at 30%, Phase 2 will see capacity at 40%, and Phase 3 (around Labor Day) will see capacity at 50%. AMC has noted that the theaters may not see full capacities until around Thanksgiving. Of course, there will also be new health and cleanliness measures in the theaters.

AMC CEO Adam Aron noted that they came up with their plan through consultation with The Clorox Company and Harvard University’s School of Public Health. “I cannot emphasize enough,” Aron said, “How much care and attention to detail we have taken in developing AMC Safe & Clean, our absolute commitment to optimizing the health and safety of our theaters for our guests and associates.

Some of the health measures that AMC is implementing include, new protocols for employees, sanitizing between showings, and rearranging concession sales. According to CNN reporter Frank Pallotta, AMC will be requiring guests to wear masks as well.

We’ll be keeping an eye out for any news about the Disney Springs locations, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates!

Click here to learn more about AMC’s plans for the summer.

Are you excited to get back to the movies? Tell us in the comments! 

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New ‘Walt and Roy’ Musical To Premiere During the 2020 Allen and Gray Musical Theater Festival. The Allen and Gray Musical Theater Festival is a benefit festival to raise money for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS with the addition this year to raise funds for Broadway for Racial Justice. Though this years benefit will have to take place virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic a new show is set to premiere during the event!

A new musical featuring “Walt and Roy Disney” at the center of the story will premiere during the benefit. An outline for the musical shares, “The show follows the famous brothers from their start in Los Angeles in 1923 up to the premiere of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in 1937.”

The roles of Walt and Roy Disney will be played by Jonah Platt and Payson Lewis. Joining Platt and Lewis are Chelsea Lapp, Alex Arthur, Kürt Norby, Thomas Reasoner, Jon Sangster, Victoria Beall, Lafras Le Roux, Scott Redmond, Hailee Lipscomb, Nathan Nonhof, Justin Kent, Cavin Mohrhardt, and Bryan Porter.

According to Playbill, “The presentation is part of the Allen and Gray Musical Theater Festival, running July 7–10 with four works performed live to raise money for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and Broadway for Racial Justice. In addition to Walt and Roy, the festival will present Legendary, about the silencing culture women face in the music industry (July 7); Bayard, about Bayard Rustin’s organization of the 1963 March on Washington (July 8); and Freedom Riders: The Civil Rights Musical, about the 1961 freedom rides (July 10).”

Walt and Roy: A Magical New Musical will premiere July 9 at 8 PM ET during the Allen and Gray Musical Theater Festival. To reserve your tickets for the event or to learn more CLICK HERE

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Feature Photo Credit: Disney

Source: Playbill

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A few days ago, we shared the full list of programs Disney+ would be releasing next month!

There’s some really exciting stuff including Hamilton, Muppets Now, as well as a new travel series called Rogue Trip — to name just a few of the things we’re looking forward to being released soon!

But it looks like Disney+ has suddenly (and very quietly) stopped offering its 7-day free trial of the subscription service in the United States. U.S. residents are no longer able to download the app for free, but instead must commit to purchasing at least one month of the service if they wish to view any of this new exclusive content!

In a statement to The Verge, a Disney spokesperson shared, “We continue to test and evaluate different marketing, offers, and promotions to grow Disney+. The service was set at an attractive price-to-value proposition that we believe delivers a compelling entertainment offering on its own.”

Disney+ currently costs $6.99, or $12.99 if you purchase the Hulu and ESPN Plus bundle. 

See a FULL list of programs coming to Disney+ here!

What do you think of Disney+’s timing with removing their free trial offer? Do you think it has something to do with Hamilton coming out soon? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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New Star Wars LEGO Sets Feature The Skywalker Saga, The Mandalorian, and More!   The new series of Star Wars LEGO sets celebrates the completion of The Skywalker Saga as well as the creation of The Mandalorian and the loyalty of the 501^st Legion.

StarWars.com shared, ” Attention, Jedi Masters and Master Builders: we have some exciting news. StarWars.com is thrilled to reveal several new LEGO Star Wars sets, all of which feature in the highly-anticipated LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga video game. How does that work? For some sets, elements like minifigures and vehicles will automatically be included in the game. For others, you’ll just enter a code provided in the set’s building instructions to bring its minifigures and/or vehicles to life in LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. The releases span the entire saga and beyond, from the original trilogy to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and you can get a first look at all the new reveals below — along with some previously announced sets now confirmed to feature unlockables in the game. Happy beeps, and happy building!”

Check out the new Star Wars LEGO sets from Lucasfilm and LEGO:

501^st Legion Clone Troopers

“Long requested by fans, this set celebrates the elite soldiers of the Republic – the 501^st Legion. It includes three 501^st Clone Troopers and a 501^st Jet Trooper, plus two Battle Droid LEGO action figures, as well as the 285-piece AT-RT Walker and BARC Speeder.”

Anakin’s Jedi Interceptor

“This set includes minifigures of Anakin Skywalker and R2-D2, and Anakin’s iconic fighter as a 248-piece build. The fighter features an opening LEGO minifigure cockpit, spring-loaded shooters, foldable wing flaps with space for R2-D2, and clips for spare ammo and Anakin’s Lightsaber.”

Armored Assault Tank (AAT)

“Another set perfect for fans of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, this release includes two minifigures (Ahsoka Tano and Ahsoka Tano’s Clone Trooper) as well as AAT Driver Battle Droid and Battle Droid LEGO figures. The AAT consists of 286 pieces and includes opening hatches with space inside for the Battle Droids, LEGO minifigures, 2 spring-loaded shooters, and a rotating turret with an elevating cannon.”

Knights of Ren Transport Ship

“Inspired by Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, this set includes minifigures of Rey and two Knights of Ren, and the villainous group’s ship. The Knights of Ren Transport Ship is a 595-piece build and features hidden “skis” to replicate the hover effect, plus two opening cockpits for the Knights of Ren, a compartment for a captured LEGO minifigure, and two spring-loaded shooters to inspire creative play. The Knights of Ren Transport Ship set will include an  exclusive Unlock Code for the new LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga video game!”

General Grievous’s Starfighter

“Hello there! This 487-piece building set of the Separatist leader’s menacing craft comes with three LEGO minifigures — General Grievous, Obi-Wan Kenobi and an Airborne Clone Trooper.”

 

AT-AT

“Straight out of the iconic Battle of Hoth from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, the AT-AT is a massive 1,276-piece build, featuring a cockpit for three LEGO minifigures, foldout panels, spring-loaded shooters, a speeder bike, winch, and bottom hatch so Luke can throw in a thermal detonator. The set includes six minifigures: Luke Skywalker, General Veers, two AT-AT Drivers, and two Snowtroopers.

Death Star Final Duel

“You want this…don’t you? The Death Star Final Duel set features a 775-piece build of the Emperor’s throne room, which includes minifigure Force-jump function, collapsing stairs and bridge, rotating throne, and a reactor shaft. This release comes with five minifigures — Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker and Emperor Palpatine with lightsabers, plus two Imperial Royal Guards with Force pikes.”

Resistance I-TS Transport (Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge)

“Created for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the Star Wars-themed land at Disney Parks, the Resistance I-TS Transport comes home! A fun and challenging 932-piece build, the top of the shuttle lifts off and the sides open for easy play, and there are four rotating stud shooters by the cockpit and four rear stud shooters for battle action. Includes four characters — Lieutenant Bek and Vi Moradi, plus Astromech Droid and GNK Power Droid LEGO figures — to role-play galactic adventures. The Resistance I-TS Transport set will include an  exclusive Unlock Code for the new LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga video game!”

The Razor Crest (The Mandalorian)

“The Mandalorian’s fan-favorite armored transport shuttle comes to life in LEGO form. This 1,023-piece vehicle features a cargo hold with opening sides that double as access ramps and carbonite bounty elements inside, a dual LEGO minifigure cockpit, spring-loaded shooters, escape pod and more authentic details from the series. The release includes an all-star lineup of characters, including The Mandalorian, Greef Karga, and Scout Trooper minifigures, plus the Child and IG-11 LEGO figures. The Razor Crest set will include an  exclusive Unlock Code for the new LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga video game!”

2020 Advent Calendar

“An annual tradition, this year’s LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar will pack six minifigures such as Darth Vader with Christmas sweater decoration and D-O with a festive hat, plus a foldout playmat with an image of the Millennium Falcon with Christmas lights to inspire creative play. The 12 mini builds include Anakin’s Podracer, a Republic Cruiser and Darth Vader’s Castle. The 2020 Advent Calendar will include an  exclusive Unlock Code for the new LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga video game!”

Which new Star Wars LEGO set will you be adding to your birthday or holiday wish list? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Star Wars!

Featured Photo Credit: LEGO/Lucasfilm

Source: StarWars.com

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Summer is the season for getting outside and soaking up the sun. With that in mind, there are lots of outdoor toys available at shopDisney online. In fact they’ve grouped them together in a featured category. Here are some of the highlights.

• Mickey Mouse Summer Fun Pool Float – $39.99
• Mickey Mouse Sports Bag Play Set – $29.95
• Mickey Mouse Barbecue Grill Play Set -$49.95
• Spider-Man Toss & Catch Ball Set – $19.95
• Rapunzel Bow and Arrow Set – $24.95
• Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame Deluxe Hawkeye Quiver, Bow and Arrow Set – $24.95
• Frozen Arendelle Playhouse – $449.99

Are you looking for new ways for your family to have fun outside? Will any of these toys do the trick?

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