Platypus Day 2012 is March 3; New Song Premieres Today on Radio Disney
Enjoy this article? You may also be interested in these related items from our partners
 Disney Winnie and Friends CMF Shoes from Adidas |  Disney Winnie and Friends CMF Shoes from Adidas |  Disney Toy Story 3 Shoes from Adidas |
Disney’s hugely popular duck-billed, beaver-tailed, teal-colored character Perry the Platypus, as seen on “Phineas and Ferb,” the #1 animated series for kids and tweens, will be the main attraction on Platypus Day, Saturday, March 3. The celebration includes the introduction of “The Platypus Walk,” a catchy spy-surf-rock song and dance designed to encourage fun physical activity as part of Disney’s commitment to inspire kids and families to lead active lifestyles. The day also includes 11 hours of “Phineas and Ferb” programming including two new Perry-focused episodes on Disney Channel and Disney XD, an interactive website dedicated to Perry the Platypus, a fun giveaway and special Platypus Takeover at all Disney Stores in the U.S. & Canada and events via local Radio Disney stations across the nation.
‘This Is Me’ Highlights What Black History Means to Disney Channel Viewers
Disney Channel celebrates Black History Month beginning WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 with young viewers expressing what Black History means to them, in a new installment of the original interstitial series “This Is Me.” Filmed at the Challengers Boys and Girls Club of Los Angeles, the interstitials feature kids sharing their thoughts about what inspires them, their hopes and dreams and how they want to change the world.
“We are proud to commemorate Black History Month with programming content that empowers kids to express themselves and share how they are already making a difference in the world,” said Ron Pomerantz, Vice President, Marketing and Creative, Disney Channels.
‘Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Peter Pan Returns’ Plus All-New Episode on Disney DVD, April 3
Yo ho ho! Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment announced today that the upcoming prime-time special of ‘Jake and the Never Land Pirates,’ ‘Peter Pan Returns’ (airing February 13 at 7 pm ET on Disney Channel) will be available to own on Disney DVD and Disney Digital Copy on April 3, 2012.
In the special, which features six all-new original songs, Peter Pan returns to Never Land and travels to Pirate Island to enlist the aid of Jake, Izzy, Cubby and Skully in finding his lost shadow.
Sneak Peek: ‘Jake and the Never Land Pirates’ Special Featuring Peter Pan
Disney’s beloved Peter Pan makes his way back to Never Land and makes his debut in the popular Disney Junior series ‘Jake and the Never Land Pirates’ in an all-new primetime special, ‘Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Peter Pan Returns.’
Premiering on Disney Channel on February 13 at 7:00 pm ET/PT, Peter Pan (voiced by Adam Wylie) arrives on Pirate Island to enlist the aid of Jake, Izzy, Cubby and Skully in finding his lost shadow. The special will also include six original songs.
‘Let It Shine’ Disney Channel Original Movie First Look
Disney Channel has shared with us these first look publicity image and stills from its upcoming Disney Channel Original Movie, Let It Shine, starring Tyler James Williams, Coco Jones and Trevor Jackson. Let It Shine is a modern day teenaged take on the classic Cyrano de Bergerac story set against the worlds of gospel and hip-hop music.
‘Octonauts’ to Debut on Disney Junior, January 9
‘Octonauts,’ the BAFTA-nominated animated show for preschoolers, based on the popular children’s book series of the same name, will make its U.S. debut Monday, January 9 at 11:30 am ET/PT on Disney Junior on Disney Channel. Created by award-winning design team Vicki Wong and Michael Murphy of Meomi Design, the series follows the lively underwater adventures of Captain Barnacles Bear, Lieutenant Kwazii Cat and Medic Peso Penguin, as they explore the ocean and work to protect all of its unique sea creatures. Produced by Silvergate Media with animation by Academy Award-nominated Brown Bag Films, the animated series made its initial debut in the UK in October 2010.
First Look: ‘Frenemies’ Publicity Images, Stills
Disney Channel has provided us with these publicity images and stills from its upcoming Disney Channel Original Movie, Frenemies, which premieres on Disney Channel on Friday, January 13 at 8:00 pm ET/PT.
Frenemies stars Bella Thorne and Zendaya (from Disney Channel’s ‘Shake It Up’), Stefanie Scott (from Disney Channel’s ‘A.N.T. Farm’), Mary Mouser (from ‘Body of Proof’) and Nick Robinson (from ABC Family’s ‘Melissa and Joey’) in an anthology that follows three pairs of friends as they navigate the delicate balance when besties go to worsties, and back again.
‘Good Luck Charlie’ Asks Fans to Choose New Baby’s Name
Happy news that the Duncans are expecting a bundle of joy was revealed during the premiere of the Disney Channel Original Movie, Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!, and now Disney Channel viewers around the world can vote for their favorite from among 10 names for the baby sister or brother who will debut in an hour-long special planned for spring 2012 on the hit series “Good Luck Charlie.” Voting has already started and runs through December 16, at DisneyChannel.com/BabyVote.
Choices for if it’s a Boy are Noah, Jonah, Toby, Bobby Jr. and Bo and Sydney, Erika, Mallory, Talia and Jenny if it’s a girl.
‘A.N.T. Farm’ Inspires New D-Signed Collection, Available December
Available to own December 26, the Spring 2012 collection of the popular Disney D-Signed collection finds inspiration from Chyna Parks of Disney Channel’s ‘A.N.T. Farm,’ portrayed by singer/actress China Anne McClaine. Taking cues from the season’s hottest trends and accessories, the collection includes a punchy palette of electric blue, lime and fuchsia combine with a graphic black and white story. Clean stripes, graphics, graffiti prints and floral add unexpected pops to this look.
Chyna’s passion for music and love of performing provide inspiration for a large offering of spunky separates to mix and match. Each design has qembellishments like glitter, foil, and rhinestones. The silhouettes compliment spring with short sleeves, jersey tees and tiered, mixed print party skirts.
‘Frenemies’ Original Movie to Premiere on Disney Channel, January 13
Bella Thorne and Zendaya (both of “Shake It Up”), Stefanie Scott (“A.N.T. Farm”), Nick Robinson (“Melissa and Joey”) and Mary Mouser (“Body of Proof”) star in the Disney Channel Original Movie “Frenemies,” an anthology that follows three pairs of friends as they navigate the delicate balance when besties go to worsties, and back again. With themes of staying true to yourself, celebrating family and friendship, and following your dreams, the movie is set to premiere on Friday, January 13 at 8:00 pm ET/PT on Disney Channel.
New DisneyStore Arrivals and Sales for February 8, 2012 (61 Items)
Limited Edition ‘Alice in Wonderland’ by Dave Perillo to go
‘Custom Letter Plaques’ by Dave Avanzino to Launch at
New Disney Arrivals at Hot Topic for February 7, 2012 (3 Items)
Disneyland Resort Commits $5M to Local Area Children’s Hospital
Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort to Open Summer
Cameron’s ‘Ghosts of the Abyss’ Titanic Doc Sails on
‘John Carter’ New Hi-Res Stills Feature Landscapes, Tars
‘Wreck It Ralph’ Hi-Res Concept Art – First Look at
Disney Special Edition Batteries to be Released by Panasonic in Japan
Highslide for Wordpress Plugin