Check Out the Noteworthy Guests Attending This Year’s D23 Expo
D23 Expo which kicks off the second week in September is shaping up to be a who’s who of the entertainment industry. Disney just released a list of some of the guests and panelists taking part in this years ultimate Disney fan event in Anaheim and all we can say is WOW. Since MickeyBlog will be there we’re excited to share with you a look at some of the folks we might be bumping in to!
Raven-Symone and Lilly Singh will be hosting Disney’s Epic Entertainment Showcase: The Musical: the Extravaganza on Saturday, September 10 at 3:30pm. This fan extravaganza will feature big news, big stars, big musical performances and big previews of upcoming series, movies and specials across Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney Junior. Best of all, for those that can’t be there, it will be broadcast live!
Check out some of the stars that will be turning out for this event!
Disney+
- American Born Chinese: Executive producer Kelvin Yu and stars Michelle Yeoh, Daniel Wu, and Ben Wang
- Growing Up: Executive producer and director Brie Larson and series subject Vanessa Aryee
- High School Musical: The Musical: The Series: Stars Joshua Bassett, Sofia Wylie, Matt Cornett, Julia Lester, Dara Reneé, Frankie Rodriguez, Saylor Bell Curda, Adrian Lyles, Larry Saperstein, Joe Serafini, and Liamani Segura
- National Treasure: Edge of History: Stars Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lisette Olivera, Zuri Reed, Lyndon Smith, Antonio Cipriano, Jordan Rodrigues, and Jake Austin Walker
- Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Executive producer and author Rick Riordan and special guests
- Prom Pact and Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.: Stars Peyton Elizabeth and Milo Manheim
- Choir: Detroit Youth Choir and choir director Anthony White
- The Muppets Mayhem: Stars Lilly Singh and The Electric Mayhem, including Teeth, Floyd, Lips, Zoot, Janice, and Animal
- The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder: Creator and executive producer Bruce W. Smith, executive producer Ralph Farquhar, and cast members Paula Jai Parker, Alisa Reyes Karen Malina White, Soleil Moon Frye, and JoMarie Payton
- The Santa Clauses: Stars Disney Legend Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell, Kal Penn, Elizabeth Allen-Dick, Austin Kane, Matilda Lawler, Devin Bright, and Rupali Redd
- ZOMBIES 3: Stars Milo Manheim, Meg Donnelly, Kylee Russell, Carla Jeffery, Trevor Tordjman, Chandler Kinney, Pearce Joza, Matt Cornett, Terry Hu, and Kyra Tantao
Disney Channel
- Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Executive producers Laurence Fishburne and Steve Loter, and cast members Diamond White, Fred Tatasciore, and Libe Barer
- Phineas and Ferb: Creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh
- Raven’s Home: Stars Raven-Symoné, Issac Ryan Brown, Mykal-Michelle Harris, Felix Avitia, Emmy Liu-Wang, and Rondell Sheridan
- Under Wraps 2: Stars Malachi Barton, Christian J. Simon, Sophia Hammons, and Phil Wright
Disney Junior
- Alice’s Wonderland Bakery: Star Donald Faison
- Firebuds and Alice’s Wonderland Bakery: Star Yvette Nicole Brown
- Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends and Mickey Mouse Funhouse: Star John Stamos
- Mickey Mouse Funhouse: Star Harvey Guillén
Here’s a quick look at the other talent that will be taking party in additional panels at D23!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Hamster & Gretel- 4:30-5:30 P.M. | Location: Backlot Stage
Join the cast and creative team of Disney Channel’s Hamster & Gretel as they share a behind-the-scenes look at what went into making the music-filled animated series and content from the show. Guests slated to appear include Dan Povenmire (creator and executive producer), Joanna Hausmann(co-producer/story editor), Michael Cimino(Kevin), Meli Povenmire (Gretel), Carolina Ravassa(Carolina), Brock Powell (Lyle aka FistPuncher), Karina La Voz(La Cebolla), and Thomas Sanders (Neighslayer).
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur- 11:45 A.M.-12:45 P.M | Location: Hyperion Stage. You’ll be able to check out an exclusive sneak peek of the premiere episode of Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Following the screening will be a Q&A with cast and creative team, ahead of the 2023 debut on Disney Channel and Disney+. Guests slated to appear includes Diamond White (Lunella/Moon Girl), Fred Tatasciore (Devil Dinosaur), Libe Barer (Casey), Laurence Fishburne (executive producer), Steve Loter (executive producer), and Pilar Flynn (producer).
The Santa Clauses- 6:00-7:00 P.M | Location: Premiere Stage. Join The Santa Clauses cast and creatives for a panel discussion regarding the history of the beloved franchise and first look at the upcoming Disney+ series. Guests will include Tim Allen (Scott Calvin),Elizabeth Mitchell (Carol),Kal Penn (Simon), Elizabeth Allen-Dick(Sandra), Austin Kane(Cal), Matilda Lawler (Betty), Devin Bright(Noel), Rupali Redd(Grace), Jack Burditt(executive producer), andJason Winer(executive producer).
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder- 10:30-11:30 A.M | Location: Premiere Stage- Join the cast and creative team of the Disney+ animated series The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder as they gather to discuss the acclaimed revival of the series and share a look at the upcoming season. Guests panelists will include: Bruce W. Smith (creator and executive producer), Ralph Farquhar (executive producer), Kyla Pratt (Penny Proud), Paula Jai Parker (Trudy Proud), JoMarie Payton(Suga Mama), Cedric “The Entertainer” (Uncle Bobby), Keke Palmer (Maya Leibowitz-Jenkins), EJ Johnson(Michael Collins), Alisa Reyes(LaCienega Boulevardez), Karen Malina White (Dijonay Jones), and Soleil Moon Frye (Zoey Howzer).
Stay tuned for more awesome updates regarding the line-up for the Expo Live Stage, Disney Bundle Stage and Talent Central! D23 Expo is sold out. Select presentations will be streamed for guests at D23 Expo [LIVE]. For more information, visit D23Expo.com
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