How did we get sprinkled with pixie dust and invited to walk the RED CARPET to see THE JUNGLE BOOK premiere in L.A.??? Well, our story begins Once Upon a Time back in July 2015. Stephanie Brandt and I sat down for a ‘get to know you’ Quality Coffee Time and immediately discovered that we were kindred spirits. Our passions in life whirled together in a flurry of excited conversation. As we continued to build onto each other’s stories, we realized that we were meant to meet at this chapter in our lives and work together on several different levels. Soon, we decided to add my entertainment flair to her financial-focused blog, “Debt Free Spending”.
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As I learned more about blogging with each new post, my excitement grew with every media press release, movie or product review and personal story. Soon, our blog’s exposure caught Disney’s eye and Debt Free Spending was invited to California for a press junket!
Stephanie doesn’t like to fly and has an infant. I used to work at Sony Entertainment in NYC where I attended several premieres. It was my pleasure to represent DFS and Stephanie in LA and cover the Aladdin/Tomorrowland/DiamondCelebration Junket. Disney treated us like royalty and provided exuberant opportunities to bring home and share with you, our blog readers. Check out those stories at:
Going to Disney Announcement (9/18/15)
Find out what the trip was about.
60th Anniversary Diamond Celebration Disneyland
Our Blogger group was escorted around Disneyland, and received an exclusive historical tour of the park and Walt’s dream.
Tomorrowland Exclusive Interview w/Rising Stars
It was such a privilege to meet the young actors, Raffey Cassidy (Athena) and Thomas Robinson (Young Frank) from wonderful family-film, ‘Tomorrowland’.
Exclusive Interview with Tomorrowland Director, Brad Bird
I geeked out, sitting next to and speaking with one of my favorite creators, Brad Bird. I have admired his work since 1985.
New Technology: Disney Movies Anywhere
We received a presentation from the developers of Disney Movies Anywhere technology.
Meet Moana – Auli’i Cravalho
We were shown a sneak peek of Disney’s new movie, Moana.
Interviews with Some of the Key Creators at Disney
We had a blast meeting a few inspiring genius minds behind some of the amusement park rides, and Playmation [new super cool tech toy].
Here is a video of our special sketch session with Eric Goldberg, the talent behind Aladdin’s Genie and several other Disney characters:
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How awesome is that??!! What would you ask Jon Favreau and Neel Sethi? Comment below or send me a message and I will add your question to my list. I am OVER THE MOON, tickled with excitement as more details unfold!
Here is a sneak peek of my Red Carpet gown. I am wearing Jovani:
AAAaaaannd, guess what else we get treated to:
Before returning home on Tuesday, April 5th, we will join Disney XD for a special screening of the hilarious new hidden camera-practical joke series “Walk the Prank.” Featuring live-action scripted comedy interspersed with fully produced unscripted pranks, the show follows an ensemble cast as they plan and execute hilarious over-the-top pranks for an online hidden camera show. After the screening, you will be transported to Paramount Studios where you will view production for an upcoming episode and interview members of the “Walk the Prank” cast. #WalkthePrank
“Walk the Prank” premieres 4/6 at 8:30 pm on Disney XD.
Make sure to check out Disney’s Jungle Book cast info and Activity Pages, and stay tuned for more exciting news from the entertainment jungle.
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