News and Rumors 5/2/11 - 5/8/11

Hi guys!  I'm so sorry I've been a little lacking in the posts lately.  I've been EXTREMELY busy!!!  I don't know where on earth the time has been going lately.  So, don't worry, if you see less posts over the next few weeks, you'll know why!  :)

Anyway, here's the news and rumors for the week! 

News and Rumors are gathered from various different sources. All rumors are rumors and are to be taken as such.

News


Magic Kingdom

• Captain Blackbeard will be joining the crew of Pirates of the Caribbean.  He will be appearing in the water mist in place of Davy Jones starting May 20th.

Epcot

• The new group that took over for The British Invasion is called The English Channel.  This new band plays British Rock and Roll.  Showtimes are typically 3pm, 4:30pm, 6pm, 7pm and 8pm.  
• The China Marketplace is closed for refurb in the China Pavilion.  It is set to reopened June 2nd.
• The 2011 Wine and Dine Half Marathon Tickets are now on sale.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

• Voyage of the Little Mermaid will be closed for refurb from Aug. 15th - Sept. 4th.

General WDW News

• The Sand Trap Bar and Grill will be closed until May 19th while Ospry Ridge Golf Course is being refurbished. 
• Car Masters Weekend will take place this weekend, May 13th - 15th at Downtown Disney Westside.  It's a weekend filled with all things cars (including Cars 2 characters) and will last from 10:30 am - 6 pm.
• The AMC Pleasure Island 24 Movie Theater will reopen as the Downtown Disney 24 Movie Theater featuring a Dine-In option on May 16th. 
• Blizzard Beach will be down for refurb from Oct. 30th to Dec. 4th.  
• Typhoon Lagoon will be down for refurb from Dec. 4th - March 18th.
• The Military 4 Day Ticket Promotion will continue until Sept. 2012.  The deal gives the following pricing for themselves and up to five (5) family members and/or friends
  
  · Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Park Hopper Option for $138 each, plus tax
  · Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Water Parks Fun and More Option for $138 each, plus tax AND
  · Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Park Hopper and Water Parks Fun and More Options for $165 each, plus tax

Rumors

• Rumors are indicating that the Phineas and Ferb meet and greet may not open until May 20th.  It was previously scheduled to open May 16th.