Disney News June 1-8: The Kardasian’s shutting down Disneyland? How was Disney transformed?

Steve Liebman June 9, 2015

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Rumors about Kim Kardashian and Kanye West closing Disneyland for a private party and a sing-off between two Disney Broadway casts are some of the highlights from this past week.

Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland

Here’s a quick look at the previous week:

Disney films have been full of death, many times with the main characters parents dying. Here, a USA Today article looks at Walt Disney and his curious fascination with death.

Can Kim Kardashian and Kanye West close down Disneyland? There’s been a lot of rumors going on that the dynamic duo will close down the park. The L.A. Times says the park will be open for all.

How has Disney been transformed? Take a look at how Robert Iger’s fearless deal-making transformed the company, according to the L.A. Times.

Pizzafari at Animal Kingdom will stop serving breakfast later this month, according to wdwmagic.com.

What happens with the cast of “The Lion King” and “Aladdin” shows are stuck at the airport for a six-hour delay? Sing-off! Yes, the two casts went into song. You can see it here.

Here’s an update on the new Adventureland restaurant at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World from The Disney Blog.

Alan Menken reveals new songs for ‘Beauty and the Beast’ live action movie, according to Stitch Kingdom.