The posting follows a disastrous July 13 interview by CNBC of Disney chief executive Bob Iger, in which he called the actors and writers strikes “very disturbing,” their demands “not realistic,” and coming at “the worst time in the world.”
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LOS ANGELES, Aug 9 (Reuters) - Walt Disney (DIS. N) Chief Executive Bob Iger on Wednesday said he was committed to finding a solution to the Hollywood writer and actor strikes, citing his deep respect for creative professionals, as he signaled a turn from comments that inflamed tensions last month.
Starting on January 9, 2024, you can visit any theme park without a reservation as long as you have a date-based ticket. A date-based ticket is the standard ticket option and means you've purchased park passes for a specific time frame (whether it's tickets alone or part of a vacation package).
The guild, which has been on strike since May 2, issued a report arguing that the three companies were poised to become the new gatekeepers of media and have abused their positions to further disadvantage competitors, raise prices for consumers, and push down wages for the creative workforce.
There should be no real effect at the park. The Screen Actors Guild is striking, but Disney Park Cast Members aren't part of that union. Exactly. The relevant trade union for Disney parks cast members who qualify as stage performers is the Actors' Equity Association (Equity), and they're not on strike right now.
The worst times to visit Disney World in 2023 are:March 17 – April 16 (Spring Break & Easter) May 26 – August 13. November 17-26 (Avoid Thanksgiving Week) December 15 -31 (Avoid Christmas and New Year's Weeks)
The other somewhat-significant 2023 opening date is Moana's Journey of Water, which will debut by late 2023. That's also when the EPCOT overhaul will be finished according to Walt Disney World, which means no more Giant Dirt Pit at the front of the park.