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How the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the media business, from theme park closures at Disney to production halts at Netflix

Reuters Media companies, along with the rest of the economy, are being strained by the coronavirus pandemic. Business Insider breaks down the biggest impact to me.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMar 15th, 2020

In the queue: These theme park attractions are set to open in 2021

Central Florida has some thrills lined up at the theme parks and other major attractions in 2021 that will help draw visitors and business back to the region. Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando each will have major n.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsDec 17th, 2020

Shanghai Disneyland cast members told to wear face masks and avoid guest contact ahead of next week"s reopening as China emerges from pandemic

Getty Images Shanghai Disneyland will become the first Disney theme park to open its doors to visitors after it was forced to shut down in January because of the coronavirus outbreak. .....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 9th, 2020

Disney takes $1.4 billion coronavirus hit, sets date to reopen Shanghai park

Walt Disney Co estimated global coronavirus lockdowns cut profits by $1.4 billion, mostly from its shuttered theme parks, but said it would reopen Shanghai Disneyland next week......»»

Category: topSource: reutersMay 5th, 2020

Will Disney keep its theme park gates closed until 2021?

There are talks that parts of the U.S. will lift coronavirus restrictions, but one expert thinks Disney won’t open its gates until 2021. Veuer’s Justin Kircher has more......»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralApr 24th, 2020

Will Disney keep its theme park gates closed util 2021?

There are talks that parts of the U.S. will lift coronavirus restrictions, but one expert thinks Disney won’t open its gates until 2021. Veuer’s Justin Kircher has more......»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralApr 24th, 2020

Disney suspends pay for 100,000 employees: FT

Walt Disney this week will start to furlough more than 100,000 employees as a response to the global coronavirus outbreak that has shut down or disrupted its media and theme park businesses, according to the Financial Times. Yahaira Jacquez reports......»»

Category: videoSource: reutersApr 20th, 2020

Business in the Age of COVID-19: Disney+ may be the only plus for Disney as coronavirus slams other businesses

Perhaps no company faces a greater existential financial crisis in the age of COVID-19 than Walt Disney Co., a legendary company built on social interaction that may find its newest business offers the most immediate relief......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchApr 13th, 2020

Disney Lays Off Non-Union Theme Park Workers, Maintains Health Care Benefits

Walt Disney Co’s (NYSE: DIS) non-union theme park workers will be furloughed and there is no indication as to when the parks will reopen. read more.....»»

Category: blogSource: benzingaApr 3rd, 2020

Disney to furlough some U.S. employees in wake of coronavirus

Walt Disney Co said on Thursday it will start furloughs of non-essential U.S. employees across the company on April 19, a response to the global coronavirus outbreak that has shut down or disrupted its media and theme park businesses......»»

Category: topSource: reutersApr 2nd, 2020

Coronavirus: Universal"s CityWalk entertainment district & hotels to close

Ongoing business closures due to the coronavirus have hit Universal Orlando Resort's remaining operations. The theme park giant, which already closed its Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure theme parks on March 16, announced it also will.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMar 16th, 2020

Disney is closing its California theme parks as a coronavirus precaution

Starting Saturday, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park will shut down through the end of the month......»»

Category: dealsSource: nytMar 12th, 2020

The Louvre, the Met, and multiple Disney theme parks are closed because of the coronavirus. Here are all of the major museum and theme park closures so far.

Reuters The Louvre, the Met, and multiple Disneyland locations are among several notable museums and theme parks that have closed in Europe and Asia to prevent further spreading of.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMar 12th, 2020

Will Disney Stock Be Helped by Streaming as Virus Spreads?

The risks to Disney's management transition have become compounded by the coronavirus outbreak, which could affect traffic to its theme park and cruise lines businesses and theaters that show films........»»

Category: blogSource: 247wallstMar 10th, 2020

A Disneyland maintenance worker in France tested positive for the coronavirus, but the park is staying open for now

REUTERS/Benoit Tessier A maintenance worker at Disneyland Paris tested positive for the coronavirus, according to The Sun. The theme park remains open for business. Employees who were in contact with the maintenance worker are being tested.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMar 9th, 2020

The Louvre, Legoland, and three Disney theme parks are closed because of the coronavirus. Here"s all of the major museum and theme park closures so far.

Reuters The Louvre, the Leonardo da Vinci museum, and a few Disneyland locations are among several notable museums and theme park.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMar 3rd, 2020

Hotel review: Disney"s Animal Kingdom Lodge feels like sleeping inside a theme park ⁠— here"s why I"ve stayed 4 times and keep going back

Alyssa Powell/Business Insider With animals living on-site, Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is one of the most uniquely themed hotels in the US. Part of the Walt Disney World Resort, the Animal King.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderNov 5th, 2019

Disney heiress slams Disneyland park over low wages after undercover visit

Disney heiress Abigail Disney slammed the Walt Disney Company for low wages after an undercover visit to Disneyland theme park in California......»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralJul 16th, 2019

Disney cast members share their 9 best tips for getting the most out of your visit

Theme Park Tourist/Flickr Walt Disney World cast members know what it takes to have a good time at the theme park. Business Insider reached out to a number of former c.....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderMay 6th, 2018

Disney theme parks in Orlando, worldwide post strong Q2

The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) saw its theme parks welcome more business yet again as it prepares for the summer 2018 tourist season. The theme park/media giant, which owns and operates several theme parks including Walt Disney World in Orlando, re.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsMay 8th, 2018