TBD Candlelight Processional Narrators

[MissDisneyTeach]

Has anyone heard any rumors on who the TBD celebrity narrators are for the Candlelight Processional? We are trying to plan our trip and would like to know who is going to be there!!!

 

[disney1990]

Here you go:

Who are the narrators?

The schedule of those who will appear as narrators for performances of Epcot's 2008 Candlelight Processional, the annual retelling of the story of Christmas that features a mass choir and a full orchestra:


November 28-30 John O'Hurley
December 1-3 TBD
December 4-6 Brian Stokes Mitchell
December 7-9 Virginia Madsen
December 10-12 Monique Coleman
December 13-15 TBD
December 16-18 Chita Rivera
December 19-21 Abigail Breslin
December 22-24 Steven Curtis Chapman
December 25-27 Edward James Olmos
December 28-30 Marlee Matlin

 

[WhateverLolaWants]

December 1-3 was originally supposed to be Patti LaBelle, which is why we got the CP package for 12/3. I pray it's someone good, though I wouldn't be surprised if Gary Sinise was filled in on one of those TBDs since he does it often and is not on this year.

 

[disney1990]

Yes, Gary loves to do it. He is usually scheduled right around Christmas. We've seen him before and loved it.

 

[doconeill]

Here you go:

I think the OP was wondering if there were any rumors as to who might take the TBD slots.

Unfortunately, there is some liquidity in the schedule as it is. I believe last year we were supposed to see Phylicia Rashad, but then it changed to Monique Coleman. I wonder if they keep a few slots as TBD until later in case they need to slide someone from another slot if something comes up, and then fill in later with whoever they can get.

Sometimes you might be able to infer possibilities by who ISN'T listed. For instance, Gary Sinise is notably absent from the list this year. And with HSM3 due in October, Disney might want to plug another cast member in there if they can...but please understand I have NO information on this, I am NOT a CM and I'm just making suppositions.

Otherwise, next week we'll be hearing Zac Efron and the Jonas Brothers will be taking over all the slots next week...

 

[MissDisneyTeach]

doconeill-- You are right...we are trying to decide if we are flying down on Friday or Saturday. We were hoping to know before we have to book the trip. I was hoping for Kirk Cameron since he's not on the list this year!

I have emailed Disney.com because there are some conflicting dates on different websites. (wdwinfo.com and allears.net say that the 10-12 is Monique and the 13-15 is TBD)(disney.com says 10-12 is TBD and the 13-15 is Monique) so I'm not sure who is right!

So hopefully they will figure it out soon!

 

[Timon-n-Pumbaa Fan]

http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/parks/specialEvents?id=HolidaysAroundTheWorldSpecialEventPage

Nightly Candlelight Processional at the American Gardens Theatre. Revel in the joy of the season as you listen to an unforgettable retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir.

Shows are at 5:00, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m.

Scheduled Celebrity Narrators include:

John O'Hurley Nov. 28 - 30
TBD Dec. 1 - 3
Brian Stokes Mitchell Dec. 4 - 6
Virginia Madsen Dec. 7 - 9
TBD Dec. 10 - 12
Monique Coleman Dec. 13 - 15
Chita Rivera Dec. 16 - 18
Abigail Breslin Dec. 19 - 21
Steven Curtis Chapman Dec. 22 - 24
Edward James Olmos Dec. 25 - 27
Marlee Matlin Dec. 28 - 30

Disney changed the schedule since AllEars.net and some of the other sites originally published info. I actually changed out my dinner package date because Disney changed the entertainment schedule.

 

[LITTLEKID58]

Here you go:

Who are the narrators?

The schedule of those who will appear as narrators for performances of Epcot's 2008 Candlelight Processional, the annual retelling of the story of Christmas that features a mass choir and a full orchestra:


November 28-30 John O'Hurley
December 1-3 TBD
December 4-6 Brian Stokes Mitchell
December 7-9 Virginia Madsen
December 10-12 Monique Coleman
December 13-15 TBD
December 16-18 Chita Rivera
December 19-21 Abigail Breslin
December 22-24 Steven Curtis Chapman
December 25-27 Edward James Olmos
December 28-30 Marlee Matlin

TFS

 

[wannabef]

We saw Edward James Olmos last year. He was amazing! We refrained from yelling, "frak 'em up, Admiral!' but it was difficult. I only wish I could've had him sign my toaster...

 

[Orlando313]

No Kirk Cameron???? I'm in shock, and very sadly disappointed

I will be seeing Marlee Matlin for sure, and would love to see Abigail Breslin. Or, I might just go see all of them, it's that good.

But I really am sad not to see Kirk Cameron this year. He did a great job.

I would also be interested in seeing his sister, Candice Cameron Burr (DJ from Full House, for those who don't know.) But she's probably too busy with her family to take time to do it.

 

[MissDisneyTeach]

No Kirk Cameron???? I'm in shock, and very sadly disappointed

I will be seeing Marlee Matlin for sure, and would love to see Abigail Breslin. Or, I might just go see all of them, it's that good.

But I really am sad not to see Kirk Cameron this year. He did a great job.

I would also be interested in seeing his sister, Candice Cameron Burr (DJ from Full House, for those who don't know.) But she's probably too busy with her family to take time to do it.

Hey Orlando313...
I'm right there with you wishing for Kirk!! Almost went 2 years ago to see him, but decided to do a birthday trip instead! Then didn't go last year...now I'm going and he's not there! I'm hoping that he'll be the TBD when I'm there. I even went on his website to see if it listed any upcoming appearances. I didn't see any! I'm going to keep wishing and hoping that he will be there!

 

[MissDisneyTeach]

I sent Disney an email and here is what they sent back...

Dear Teresa,

Thank you for contacting the Walt Disney World Resort.

One of the most beloved holiday traditions at Epcot is the Candlelight
Processional - a joyous retelling of the Christmas story by a celebrity
narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a glorious mass choir.

November 28 - December 30, 2008 in Epcot World Showcase, America Gardens
Theatre. Please note that narrators are subject to change without
notice.

Dates Narrators
Nov 28-30 John O'Hurley
Dec 1-3 TBD
Dec 4-6 Brian Stokes Mitchell
Dec 7-9 Virginia Madsen
Dec 10-12 Monique Coleman
Dec 13-15 TBD
Dec 16-18 Chita Rivera
Dec 19-21 Abigail Breslin
Dec 22-24 Steven Curtis Chapman
Dec 25-27 Edward James Olmos
Dec 28-30 Marlee Matlin

For an extra special treat, ring in the holiday season with a
Candlelight Dinner Package, which includes dinner at a select Epcot®
restaurant and reserved general seating at the American Gardens Theatre
during the Candlelight Processional. For more information or to make
dinner reservations, please call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463).

Tier 1
Seating 1 - $27.99 plus tax & gratuity / (3-9) $12.99 (Lunch)
Seating 2 & 3 - $32.99 plus tax & gratuity / (3-9) $14.99 (Dinner)

The Garden Grill Restaurant - Land Pavilion
Biergarten - German Pavilion
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Tier 2
Seating 1 - $36.99 plus tax & gratuity / (3-9) $12.99 (Lunch)
Seating 2 & 3 - $42.99 plus tax & gratuity / (3-9) $14.99 (Dinner)

San Angel Inn - Mexico Pavilion
Restaurant Marrakesh - Morocco Pavilion
Nine Dragons - China Pavilion
Rose & Crown - United Kingdom Pavilion
______________


Tier 3
Seating 1 - $41.99 plus tax & gratuity / (3-9) $12.99 (Lunch)
Seating 2 & 3 - $47.99 plus tax & gratuity / (3-9) $14.99 (Dinner)

Chefs de France - France Pavilion
Tutto Italia - Italy Pavilion.
Le Cellier Steakhouse - Canada Pavilion
Mitsukoshi Teppanyaki Dining Room - Japan Pavilion
Coral Reef - The Seas with Nemo & Friends Pavilion
______________



If you have questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact
us.

Please include your full name, E-Mail address, and reservation number if
applicable on all correspondence.

Thank you!

Sincerely,

Amy Sheng
WDW Online Communications

PLEASE NOTE: All information is subject to change without notice and
should be confirmed just prior to your visit.

 

[aribelle]

Be aware that this list and dates seems to change every couple of weeks....first to change was Patti LaBelle.....Monique's dates have changed twice now.

So, if you really have your heart set on one person, you need to be sure that you check often and be prepared to find the ADRs difficult to come by for many of the restaurants. I originally made an ADR for Patti, then when she was dropped, I thought about cancelling, but figured since I have it already I'll keep it and hope it's someone good to replace her. If not, I'll cancel it then. And I had originally booked for Monique on the 14th, now she's changed to the 10-12 and there is none of our preferred restaurants open, so I had to take a distant second choice. Not sure whether I should cancel the 14th or wait and see if that too is someone worth going again! It sounds like it's a very cool event and worthy of two trips, but I'm not so sure about three, lol.

And before someone gets up in arms about me having three ADRs....if I'm willing to pay for them, then I'm entitled to them. I also have Le Cellier and Coral Reef each booked two different nights while we're there and if the first visit to each is not worth it, I'll cancel the second, because the reviews are so mixed. Of course, I got those ADRs because someone else cancelled, so eventually someone else may benefit from MY cancelling too. And yes, I'll cancel with several days to spare so someone can grab it (and I'll post it here if I have a chance).

 

[huge mickey fan]

Otherwise, next week we'll be hearing Zac Efron and the Jonas Brothers will be taking over all the slots next week...

As completey great as the Jonas Brothers would be I think it would completely destroy the Christmas story to hear thousands of screaming fans. However I would seriously consider going if the Jo Bros were going to read. Maybe in a few years if there fans have calmed down enough to have enough respect. Until then I doubt the Jo Bros would be asked to read.

 

[crazy4wdw]

There's been changes to the Candlelight Processional Narrators. Marlee Matlin and Monique Coleman's dates have been changed and Angela Basset/Courtney Vance have been added for the end of the month.

Nov. 28 - 30: John O'Hurley
Dec. 1 - 3: TBA
Dec. 4 - 6: Brian Stokes Mitchell
Dec. 7 - 9: Virginia Madsen
Dec. 10 - 12: Marlee Matlin
Dec. 13 - 15: Monique Coleman
Dec. 16 - 18: Chita Rivera
Dec. 19 - 21: Abigail Breslin
Dec. 22 - 24: Steven Curtis Chapman
Dec. 25 - 27: Edward James Olmos
Dec. 28 - 30: Angela Basset & Courtney Vance

 

[DancingBear]

No Kirk Cameron???? I'm in shock, and very sadly disappointed

I will be seeing Marlee Matlin for sure, and would love to see Abigail Breslin. Or, I might just go see all of them, it's that good.

But I really am sad not to see Kirk Cameron this year. He did a great job.

I would also be interested in seeing his sister, Candice Cameron Burr (DJ from Full House, for those who don't know.) But she's probably too busy with her family to take time to do it.

Kirk's got six kids under age 13. Why do you figure that Candice (3 kids) is tied up with her family and not Kirk?

 

[Orlando313]

A lot of mom's are more hesitant to leave their families for extracurriculars than father's are.

 

[ConnieB]

Maybe it's more because Candace has done 4 movies in the last 2 years....and Kirk has one movie since 2005. Sounds like she's a lot busier in front of the camera than he is lately. Of course he's been on more talk shows, lol.

 

[YellowMickeyPonchos]

Doesn't he have a regular show for teens on Christian broadcasting? I know he produces, directs and is heavily involved in the Christian teen movement.