Ahead of the official launch of Disney+ in the Philippines on November 17, Alipay+ together with its e-wallet partner GCash today announced that it will offer Disney+ as part of a special package to users of the Philippines’ No.1 e-wallet, GCash.

As part of an early bird deal from November 4 until November 16, GCash users in the Philippines with Alipay+ Rewards can sign up for the special package that includes Disney+ annual subscriptions, when they pay with their GCash e-wallet via Alipay+ Rewards on the GCash app.

Subscribers will be able to start streaming Disney+ from November 17, to watch exciting general entertainment content from iconic brands including Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, National Geographic and Star.

“We’re delighted that consumers in the Philippines will very soon be able to access our vast library of entertainment content on Disney+ and connect with their favorite characters and stories anytime they want,” said David Shin, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong, The Walt Disney Company. “Consumers will be able to stream exclusive originals, blockbuster films, series, documentaries, and incredible content from Disney’s iconic suite of brands and franchises.”

Disney+ is the exclusive streaming home of an ever-growing library of global, regional and Asian language content such as blockbuster films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to award-winning Pixar animation, to Korean content featuring BTS and other top Asian stars, under the Star brand.

Star also offers renowned movies and shows such as Emmy-award winning Grey’s Anatomy, Only Murders in The Building, The Bear, The Simpsons and The Kardashians. In addition, Star delivers exclusive originals produced in collaboration with producers and directors in the Asia Pacific region.

“As a company committed to delivering more value and choice to our customers, we are thrilled to be bringing Disney+ to consumers to offer access to a great selection of global, regional and Asian language entertainment to consumers across the Philippines,” said Jing Yin, General Manager of Global Strategic Accounts of International Business Group at Ant Group. “With innovative payment and marketing solutions, Alipay+ serves as a cross-border economic connector enabling consumers to make payments on global platforms to enjoy more rewards including world-class entertainment experiences through their preferred digital wallets.”

“Through GCash and Alipay+, Disney fans can enjoy their favorite movies and shows in just a few taps. We recognize this significant opportunity in the entertainment and streaming space and have high hopes for Disney+ in the Philippines market,” said Winsley Bangit, Chief Customer Officer of Mynt – operator of GCash.

After the debut of Disney+ on November 17, consumers in the Philippines can continue to use their GCash e-wallets via Alipay+ to subscribe for the popular global streaming service.

Disney On Ice Celebrates Everyone’s Story Delights Disney Fans Of all Ages in Sensational Skating Spectacular. This Ultimate Disney Experience Features More Than 50 Disney Characters Including A Special Appearance by the Stars of Disney’s Zootopia

Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the celebration of the century at Disney On Ice celebrates Everyone’s Story. Produced by Feld Entertainment, this fanfare production features more than 50 unforgettable Disney stars, a sing-along score of melodious masterpieces, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes and intricate sets.

Mouse-ter of Cermonies Mickey Mouse, sweetheart Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy take to the ice with their friends from beloved Disney movies that span decades from Pincchio to Frozen. Travel to the heart of Africa with Disney’s The Lion King, come along for an adventure in friendship with the gang from Disney Pixar’s Toy Story and watch in amazement as Belle breaks the Beast’s curse in the tale of Beauty and the Beast. Making their Disney On Ice debut, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde from Zootopia enlist the crowd to help solve an off-ice caper that must be cracked for the on-ice action to begin.
Guests will also enjoy a special appearance by royal sisters Anna and Elsa from the number-one animated feature film of all time, Disney’s Frozen. Enter the kingdom of Arendelle andjourney up the North Mountain with hilarious snowman Olaf and rugged mountain-man Kristoff as they help the sisters discover that true love conquers all.

“This particular production is by far the largest Disney On Ice show we currently have touring bringing together everyone’s favourite Disney characters from Snow White, Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to Elsa and Anna.” Said Producer Nicole Feld. “Our vision is for audiences everywhere to dance and sing along to their favourite Disney songs, so we’ve included 30 tunes that they know and love.”

The collection of Disney melodies includes family favourites like “Hakuna Matata,” “You’ve Got a Friend In Me” and “Let It Go”. Rock out with Squirt and his rambunctious turtle friends from Disney Pixar’s Finding Nemo with the original song “Turtle Rock.” Fall in love with a musical montage of dazzling prince and princess pairs skating to “At Last I See The Light”. “A Whole New World “ and more.

To put together a captivating show with a cavalcade of Disney characters, the father-daughter producing duo of Kenneth Feld and Nicole Feld called on the best and brightest in the business. With Director Patty Vincent leading the way and a creative team of choreographers and designers, Disney On Ice celebrates Everyone’s Story is sure to be a timeless favourite among all Disney Fans.

Choreographers Cindy Stuart and Sarah Kawahara created breathtaking production numbers to showcase the magic of each Disney Tale. The choreography reflects the individuality of the 14 stories while staying true to the legacy of Disney. Some of the most enticing elements include Aladdin’s comical Genie duplicating before your eyes and energetic moves of Mickey and Minnie’s marching band.

Complementing the fabulous skating sequences are gorgeous costumes designed by Scott Lane and Greg Poplyk. The astounding designs range from the citizens of Arendelle to the stars of Finding NEmo. The bright colors and minimal structure in the underwater creature costumes allow the characters to move freely in order to mimic the natural movement in water, whereas the attire for the citizens of Arendelle provides a seamless transition from summer to winter.
Disney On Ice Celebrates Everyone’s Story would not be complete without the magnificent sets designed by David Potts and Robert Bisssinger. A theatrical ambiance is created on ice with an iconic castle that allows for a smooth transition throughout the narrative. Elaborate props are also used to aid in the immersive environment like a trational Chinese dragon in the festival on ice from Disney’s Mulan. Audiences will be awestruck as the set pieces and props come together for a truly mesmerizing atmosphere as seen when Elsa’s ice palace builds itself from the ground up complete with a majestic staircase and icy curtain.

“This is a show, more than any other, that is truly for everybody,” said Producer Kennelt Feld, “When I sit with the audience, I see those that are grandparents, like I am, enjoying a lot of the classic Disney sotries, while young kids and young parents really respond to Frozen and all the lastest Disney stories and animation.”

Christmas comes early at the Mall of Asia Arena as tickets are now available for as low as Php 190!

With official sponsor PLDT Home Fibr and associate sponsor Metrobank Card, Disney On Ice invites everyone to celebrate Everyone’s Story this December 25, 2017 to January 3, 2018 with a winterful experience you and your family will never forget. Disney On Ice celebrates Everyone’s Story is on sale today at www.smtickets.com or in SM Cinema ticket booths nationwide. Watch your favourite Christmas story on ice unfod at @MOAArena on Instagram and Facebook.

Aspiring Musician, Miguel, with trickster skeletal companion Hector on their journey in the Land of the Dead.

The creators of Finding Dory, Toy Story and Inside Out invite you to a musical journey on the bond of family history as Disney · Pixar debuts its newest movie, “Coco” in all SM Cinema theatres beginning November 22.

The movie follows 12 year-old Miguel who aspires to become a musician despite his grandmother, Mama Coco, banning music long ago, thanks to an ancient drama involving Miguel’s great-great grandfather, deceased music and film star Ernesto de la Cruz, who supposedly chose his career over family. On the eve of Dia de Muertos (day of the dead), Miguel breaks into de la Cruz’s mausoleum to borrow the star’s signature guitar and join a talent competition, but instead enters a whole new journey in the Land of the Dead and discovers a string of unbreakable family ties as he attempts to break to the curse that turned him into a living ghost.

Bringing the love of Disney closer to all Filipino families, SM Cinema debuts Coco in branches across the nation, with SM Seaside City Cebu heralding the movie’s first appearance on the Mega Screen featuring Coco brand ambassador Inigo Pascual as the event’s special guest. Coco then tours its premiere at SM City Davao, SM Santa Rosa and SM City Baguio.

Celebrate the month of Thanksgiving by discovering the inseparable bond of family and sing along with Disney · Pixar’s Coco in SM Cinema branches nationwide beginning November 22. For more information, log on to www.smcinema.com or follow @SM_Cinema on Instagram, and /SMCinema on Facebook and use the hashtag #CocoAtSMCinema.

The touring show that enchanted audiences from across the globe is back with yet again another exciting run of Disney On Ice at the Big Dome. Disney-On-Ice-Magical-Ice-Festival-PhilippinesStarting December 25 until January 3, Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival will feature magical moments from across the kingdom with a superstar lineup of Disney royalty.
See your favorite Disney characters from The Little Mermaid, Tangled, Beauty and the Beast, and for the first time ever – the Academy Award® winning and number one animated film of all time Frozen.

“This year’s Disney On Ice is truly magical with Disney properties that are packed with heart and personality. We have princesses that are exuberant and strong-willed, but we’ve also expanded the roles of spirited supporting characters, so that they’re more prominent in the show,” says Producer Nicole Feld. Disney-On-Ice-Magical-Ice-Festival-Philippines 4Expect a spectacular production filled with adventurous and comical segments shared by well-loved Disney princesses Ariel, Rapunzel, Belle, and never-before-seen characters Anna and Elsa!
“We are taking a fresh new spin on how we’re presenting the Disney stories. We are weaving together the four worlds of royal sisters Anna and Elsa, Ariel, Belle and Rapunzel as they each embark on their own epic journey,” says Producer Juliette Feld.
Sing and dance to popular Disney tunes with interactive and playful segments for kids to be led by Disney superstars Mickey and Minnie. Disney-On-Ice-Magical-Ice-Festival-Philippines 2Also join Anna as she fearlessly sets off on an epic journey, together with Kristoff and reindeer Sven, to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in perpetual winter.

Dazzling costume designs, spectacular set elements, and jaw-dropping stunts are also what make this year’s show even more exhilarating.
In Beauty and the Beast’s “Be Our Guest,” the theatrical elements of the glitzy napkins and silverware costumes will astound audiences. “The costumes are designed to emphasize the overwhelming amount of table décor that appears in the movie. The napkins unfold to increase their size and the forks tower over the heads of the performers. This is a big moment for Belle; the costumes need to reflect that,” says Costume Designer Cynthia Nordstrom.
Moreover, lighting plays a crucial role in giving the overall production a truly magical feel. Disney-On-Ice-Magical-Ice-Festival-Philippines 3“The colors really pull you into the different worlds of the princesses, but it’s how the lights are arranged that command your attention when the characters are performing their acts. For example, when the Daughters of Triton are introduced, the lighting individually highlights each of them. Your eyes follow the spotlights,” says Lighting Designer Sam Doty.

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival features an astounding display of creativity and talent, with spellbinding Disney stories we have all come to enjoy and love! Buy your tickets early and visit TicketNet website or call 911-5555 for more details.

Check out the Magical Ice Festival Show Schedule and ticket prices below. See you there!

For kids and kids at heart, Christmas is never complete without the colorful, magical show that makes Christmas dreams and fantasies come to life- Disney on Ice. And this holiday season, the awe-inspiring Disney On Ice returns for another spectacular performance on Ice

Now on its 33rd show worldwide, Disney On Ice presents magical Ice Festival will once again capture the hearts of the Filipino fans both parents and their children-- who will watch the show at the Big Dome.
This year's grand production will wow viewers as it features Disney's The Little Mermaid, Tangled Beauty and the Beast and for the first time -- the Academy Award winning and number one animated feature film of all time, Frozen!

"We are taking a fresh new spin on how we'e presenting the Disney stories. We are weaving together the four worlds of royal sisters Anna and Elsa, Arie, Elle and Rapunzel as they each embark on their own epic journey" say producer Juliette Feld.
Disney on Ice presents Magical Ice Festival showcases medley of splendid set elements,impressive light display and costume pieces, along with show stopping performances by a cast world class skaters.

"Everyone will be awe as they watch Ariel slowly pulled upwards and then rapidly twirl above the ice. This is the first time that we've captured her transformation like this in a production. That's what makes Magical Ice Festival different, we selected scenes we've never done before and then took our time on the details to make them truly special" says director Patty Vincent.
Sure to amaze and delight kids and young at heart , Disney On Ice will take you to an unforgettable magical journey as you get whisked away into the wintry world of Disney movie's Frozen!
"In our more than 30 years of producing Disney on Ice shows, Feld Entertainment has been waiting for a film like Frozen" says producer Nicole Feld.

"By pulling together moments from classic Disney stories to the newest feature film sensation Frozen and combining them with elements of comedy and music, we developed a truly unique way to re-tell each fairytale" says producer Juliette Feld.
Celebrate Christmas with your family and Disney favorites Mickey Mouse Minnie Mouse and Goofy together with Ariel Belle Rapunzel and sistea Anna and Elsa in the Enchanting world of Disney on Ice represents Magical Ice Festival.
The show runs from December 25 to January 3. Tickets are now on sale. For more information, visit TicketNet website or call 911-5555.

It’s that time of the year again. As Christmas fast approaches, a palpable sense of excitement fills the air with the return of an all time Filipino favorite – the annual staging of Disney On Ice at the Big Dome.

There is much to look forward to in this year’s show. Aside from world-class skaters who make up its talented ensemble, Disney On Ice presents Magical Ice Festival will feature Disney’s Academy Award® winning and number one animated feature film of all time Frozen, along with three Disney royal adventures!
“This year’s Disney On Ice is truly magical with Disney properties that are packed with heart and personality. We have princesses that are exuberant and strong-willed, but we’ve also expanded the roles of spirited supporting characters, so that they’re more prominent in the show,” says Producer Nicole Feld.

For the first time on ice, watch your favorite Disney stars Anna and Elsa, together with hilarious snowman Olaf, rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven in a magical winter adventure.
“The most exciting part of bringing characters like Anna and Elsa to the ice for the first time is knowing that they have a powerful and inspiring message the resonates with audiences as the sisters discover the true meaning of love,” says producer Nicole Feld.
Audiences will also enjoy comical segments with captivating stories of princesses Ariel, Rapunzel and Belle in a new twist of fairytale fun featuring Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Tangled, and Beauty and the Beast.
“By pulling together moments from classic Disney stories to the newest feature film sensation Frozen and combining them with elements of comedy and music, we developed a truly unique way to re-tell each fairytale,” says Producer Juliette Feld.

Dazzling costume designs, spectacular set elements, and jaw-dropping stunts are also what make this year’s show even more exhilarating.

In Beauty and the Beast’s “Be Our Guest,” the theatrical elements of the glitzy napkins and silverware costumes will astound audiences. “The costumes are designed to emphasize the overwhelming amount of table décor that appears in the movie. The napkins unfold to increase their size and the forks tower over the heads of the performers. This is a big moment for Belle; the costumes need to reflect that,” says Costume Designer Cynthia Nordstrom.
Moreover, lighting plays a crucial role in giving the overall production a truly magical feel. “The colors really pull you into the different worlds of the princesses, but it’s how the lights are arranged that command your attention when the characters are performing their acts. For example, when the Daughters of Triton are introduced, the lighting individually highlights each of them. Your eyes follow the spotlights,” says Lighting Designer Sam Doty.

Experience Magical Ice Festival at the Big Dome from December 25 to January 3 and don’t miss the chance to see your favorite Disney stars LIVE! Buy your tickets via TicketNet online or call 911-5555 for more details.

It's Christmas time once again and the joyous happenings is about to begin as SM North EDSA brings the Season of Magic together with Disney, one of the world's leading entertainment giants in festive Christmas experience.

We were glad that we just witnessed the grand opening of the truly magical event of Disney at SM. Together with my youngest son, who got his eyes widened and jumped as high as he could, enjoyed the view as we entered inside the Disney Christmas Village at the Block Atrium.
SM North Edsa recreates the home of classic Disney legends-Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck and Pluto! Overflowing and playful Christmas decors like gift boxes, colorful Christmas garlands and a 24 ft high Christmas Tress sets the mood for the Holidays!

Here are the list of what to see inside the Disney Christmas Village at the Block Atrium. (pardon that we did not captured it because of the full pack of mommies and kids that witnessed the event)

Mickey's House

Explore this charmingly quirky mouse house, stroll through Mickey's backyard and take your photos with his shiny car.

Look Gelo enjoyed his experienced at the shiny car. It is really a great experience for my Baby Gelo.

Minnie's House

Spot the heart-shaped sign and have your photos taken in front of the white picket fence! This rosy home is full of sweet surprises with Minnie wishing shoppers all the best!

Goofy's Diner
Scamper around this hilarious house with a loony that could only have been built by Goofy himself. It's the goofiest place around!

Disney Gift Shop
Find a collection of Disney souvenirs, collectibles, toys, apparel and much more for kid and kids-at heart, you've found the right place!

As Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck performed at the stage during the launched, Gelo can't resist his self to dance with them and pushed his self to go to the stage, but unfortunately he is not allowed to do so.

Here is the video of the performance


Since my youngest son, Gelo, and I had a date during that event. We will definitely schedule  a family date here at the Disney Christmas Village at the Block Atrium. As parent, we give the best for our kids and we're giving a great childhood memory.

There are so many things to do during Christmas Season at SM and as what they say with their slogan "We've got it all for you!"

SM City North EDSA continues its promise to bring exciting and unique experiences to its patrons and this Christmas season will surely be another memorable one!
Go North and Share the Magic this holiday!

Mommies, its time for more bonding moments with your love ones. Let us create a very memorable and magical experience with our kids and let them have a very grandiose celebration of Christmas season.

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