Movie review: Raya and the Last Dragon

 Synopsis: In a realm known at Kumandra, a re-imagined Earth inhabited by an ancient civilization. A warrior named Rays is determined to find the last dragon. Stars: Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina, Gemma Chan, Daniel Dae KIm Director: Don Hall, Carlos Lopez Estrada, Paul Briggs, John Ripa https://www.youtube.com/watch? Watch the official trailer: 

Good news sports fans: UFC 249 is going ahead this weekend

 Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has deemed UFC an essential service, greenlighting a return to the Octagon. The headliners for this weekend's fight are Tony Feguson and Justin Gaethje but you'll want to tune in early to catch the some of the great pairings in the prelim fights!

Doing Orlando on the Cheap

 Feature image courtesy of Sheraton Orlando / Photos by Jennifer Hartley Even though it appears Spring has finally arrived, it is never too late to head South and it is always a good time to go to Florida. Orlando has the reputation of being the theme park capital of the world,

6 Tasty Treats You Must Try When at Disneyland

 We all know that fun rides, stunning shows, and early arrivals are the keys to having fun at Disneyland. However, there is much more the Disneyland than meets the eye. In fact, many people buy Disneyland tickets for one sole reason – to enjoy the yummy food! Okay, maybe that’s

Disney On Ice Brings Magic to Ottawa with Dare to Dream

 Photos by Kat Walcott Disney On Ice once again graced the Canadian Tire Centre with their latest spectacle Dare to Dream! Disney On Ice, a series of spectacular and vibrant live ice performances, has been producing critically acclaimed shows for almost 40 years and their latest surely does not disappoint!

Unhappily Ever After

 Photos courtesy of Meus Productions The magic factory of Disney whimsy has been churning out happy endings since a mouse named Mickey first took the wheel of a steamboat. We’ve had heroic lions, dancing puppets, sleeping beauties, handsome princes and enough princesses to pack an small island full of wide-eyed

Of Parrots and Men: Q&A with Comedian Gilbert Gottfried

 Who goes to a Gilbert Gottfried show in 2017? Well, according to the controversial comic himself, people who don’t know any better! Former SNL cast member, Microwave Hot Bites salesman, comedian, reality show star, actor, parrot, duck, husband, dad and podcaster, the quick-witted funnyman has been all of the above. Now,

Disney`s Aladdin Jr – catchy and memorable numbers, fun characters, a show that everyone can enjoy

 Ottawa Life’s Festival City Series is back! We'll provide a unique look at some of your favourite events. We’ll go beyond the music with artist interviews, volunteer profiles, concert reviews and spotlights on the tastes, sights and sounds of the festival season.  Your city! Your festivals and events! Like a good sunscreen,

OIAF, Still Drawing In the Animation World After 40 Years

 All photos by Andre Gagne. What do a recently unemployed Martian, a man who’d rather be a dog, a young Paris loving poet, an enlightened pig, a kidnapped imaginary friend and a jilted moustache all have in common? They are either the meandering mental musings of a single man with

“The Force Awakens” Fulfills Old Promises, Makes New Ones

 Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens Directed by J.J. Abrams Written by Lawrence Kasdan, J.J. Abrams, and Michael Arndt Produced by Lucasfilm, Bad Robot, and Truenorth Productions I have to be careful, here. The Force Awakens has been on screens for a few days now, and spoilers abound on

Atlantis is a Warm Weather Water Adventure

 It’s hard not to be taken by the beauty of the beaches on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. A natural reef acts as a buffer, calming the waves that gently crash onto its shores and the sun is said to shine 300 days a year. Hollywood was an early fan of

Disney will deliver in ways beyond your imagination

 When it comes to creating an extraordinary world of escape, there is nobody who does it better than Disney. Whether you are nine or 90, it is impossible to come away from a Disney experience and not be amazed by it, even awestruck, and completely relaxed and renewed. Disney has