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Sunday, March 14, 2010

Disney PRINCESSES THEN & NOW

Not much has changed within the realm of royal roles!  From the Middle Ages to today, take a look at how Princess Tiana fits in with a long line of Princess pageantry and practices!

PRINCESSES THEN –
Princesses then, enjoyed delicious desserts called ‘subtleties.’   Made of sugar and jam, subtleties were sculptured in the form of animals and heroes.

PRINCESSES NOW --
Princesses today cook up any number of tasty dishes.  Tiana’s beniets are tasty treats that cap off any meal especially when it’s Tiana’s gumbo or jambalaya!



PRINCESSES THEN –
Music was played as a princess enjoyed her evening meal.  After the meal, there was often entertainment, including acrobats, animal trainers and storytellers.

PRINCESSES NOW --
Jazz music is served up regularly at Tiana’s Place.   With Louis the Alligator on trumpet and Prince Naveen on ukulele, Tiana’s court and her patrons enjoy the best New Orleans entertainment imaginable!



PRINCESSES THEN –
In the middle ages, princesses often enjoyed great festivities and banquets that were occasionally celebrated by hundreds of guest and sometimes lasted for days.

PRINCESSES NOW --
Celebrations and festivities never go out of style – especially in New Orleans.  Princess Tiana often resides over balls and banquets throughout the many days of Mardi Gras celebrations!



PRINCESSES THEN –
Princesses of the middles ages enjoyed beautiful clothes, and their garments were often made of linen, silk and velvet.  These beautiful gowns were often adorned with braid, embroidery and fur.

PRINCESSES NOW --
As a master seamstress, Tiana’s mother Eudora often made clothes for Tiana and Charlotte from the finest cloth imaginable.  Ribbons, lace and fine details shape the gowns of today’s Princesses.



PRINCESSES THEN –
In the middle ages, little Princesses enjoyed playing with toys.  Playthings might include ceramic dolls or miniature cooking utensils.

PRINCESSES NOW –
Little Princesses today, still enjoy playing with toys.  Cooking utensils were definitely a favored toy for Princess Tiana as well!



The Princess and the Frog is Available on Blu-ray & DVD March 16th!



A Timeless Royal Legacy

Princess Tiana & Prince Naveen join the timeless legacy of Disney Royalty!



1937
The gentle sweetness of Snow White draws her handsome Prince to her side.


1950
Cinderella’s goodness transfixes her Prince Charming at first sight.


1959
Princess Aurora’s melodious voice captivates the the dragon fighting Prince Phillip.


1989
Princess Ariel’s kindness engulfs the heart of Prince Eric.


1991
The gentle beauty of Belle enchants her Prince, The Beast.


1992
Love of adventure binds Princess Jasmine to her Prince Aladdin.


1995
The wise and gentle nature of Pocahontas mystifies Captain John Smith.


1998
Mulan’s selfless bravery captivates the heroic Captain Li Shang