Full Video of World of Color testing
Laughingplace.com has released the following video featuring a complete run-through of “World of Color” at Disney’s California Adventure:
Video of “World of Color” Fountain Testing
DLNT Reporter Chris Lastrapes was able to catch some “World of Color” fountain testing on his latest trip to Disney’s Californai Adventure, and he even recorded a short video to share with us:
A look at World Of Color Paper Animation
From the Disney Parks Blog:
Paper and water don’t seem like an ideal match, but throw in animation and it works in a very cool way. One type of art form being considered for “World of Color” is paper animation. Local Glendale, California artist Megan Brain has created 3-dimentional paper sculptures of Disney characters that are turned into models or puppets with computer animation. The result is very fun and very unique when it is projected onto a giant water screen. Heather Hust Rivera will give a more in depth update on “World of Color” next week, but in the mean time, take a look at this video and see for yourself.
Toy Story Parking Open!
The new Toy Story Parking Lot located on Harbor Blvd. has opened.
From the OC Register:
The parking lot was built on land Disney bought 12 years ago with the intention of constructing a future theme park. For now, Disney has an agreement with the city to run a parking lot there for up to 10 years. Read a full story about the Disney parking lot.
The lot, called Toy Story, sits east of the Anaheim Convention Center on Harbor Boulevard south of Katella Avenue. The lot will have 2,678 new spaces, said Suzi Brown, a Disneyland Resort spokeswoman. Another 1,000 spots were already there.
(A previous version of this story stated that the lot would have 2,750 new spaces. That was the number originally approved by the city.)
Regular-car parking will cost $14, the same as at other Disney lots, Brown said. Visitors can take free shuttle buses to the parks. The lot is expected to be open every day.
Disney also leased OCTA Busses to act as shuttles to and from the resort
Disney is leasing the vehicles and hiring the drivers through Anaheim Resort Transit – the public organization that runs the red trolleys and other vehicles in the Disney area.
Resort Transit gave hiring preference to the former public bus drivers, because they are familiar with OCTA vehicles, said Diana Kotler, executive director of Anaheim Resort Transit.
For those who don’t know where the new lot is, here is a map…
D23 First Anniversary Event Video
Here is a short video overview of the D23 First Anniversary Event held at Disneyland taken by our own Chris Lastrapes.
Get a 5-Day Park Hopper for the Price of a 3-Day
Starting May 1, 2010 to September 29, 2010, you can buy a 5 or 6 day Park Hopper® for the price of a 3 or 4 day ticket.
• “5-for-3” or “6-for-4” offer provides each guest with a 5 or 6-Day Park Hopper® Bonus Ticket at the regular price of a 3 or 4-Day Park Hopper® Bonus Ticket. These tickets entitle Guests to admittance to both Disneyland® Resort theme parks over 5 days, including visits to both theme parks on the same day.
• Tickets may only be purchased between March 16, 2010 and September 1, 2010 and are valid for theme park admission from May 1, 2010 through September 29, 2010.
• The “5-for-3” or “6-for-4” offer expires 13 days after first use or on October 13, 2010, whichever occurs first.
• Each day of use of a Disneyland® Resort Park Hopper® Bonus Ticket constitutes one full day of use.
• Park Hopper® Bonus tickets include one Magic Morning admission for early entry into a designated theme park. A Magic Morning early entry admission allows access to a designated Disneyland® Resort theme park before the park opens to the general public. While not available daily, the feature will be available multiple times per week.
Valid for use from May 1, 2010 through September 29, 2010.
You can purchase the tickets now but they will not be valid until May 1, 2010
You can purchase the tickets Here.
Summer Nightastic Returns to Disneyland!!
Beginning June 11, “Summer Nightastic!” returns to the Disneyland Resort, featuring exciting evening events that will electrify the night. “Summer Nightastic!” runs through Aug. 29 at Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure theme parks.
Headlining the entertainment is the new nighttime water spectacular – “World of Color” – at Disney’s California Adventure park. Surpassing all previous water productions, “World of Color” brings Disney animation to life with powerful fountains that are the stars of the show, forming the world’s largest projected water screen. In the making since 2005, “World of Color” combines hundreds of magnificent fountains, LED-produced dazzling colors, and an all-new kaleidoscope of audio and visual effects to take water-infused entertainment to a new level of artistry.
Located in Paradise Bay, Disney’s newest production features an unprecedented infrastructure of water effects, larger-than-life projections, lasers, fire, fog, surround sound and stunning images. This technical wizardry, combined with classic, animated Disney and Disney•Pixar film sequences, creates an emotional experience for guests as jaw-dropping effects sweep across the lagoon and soar into the sky.
Meanwhile, at Disneyland park, “Fantasmic!” ignites the night with thrills, life-like creatures including a fire-breathing dragon, and spine-tingling adventures for Sorcerer Mickey. Also, in the skies above Sleeping Beauty Castle, “Magical”sparks to life with a dazzling fireworks spectacular in which colorful choreographed pyrotechnics burst and soar to a soundtrack of celebratory Disney songs. “Magical,” which premiered in summer 2009, features both Tinker Bell and Dumbo in flight over the castle.
More details to come later.
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Conner Purzycki’s 3/11/10 DLR Photo Report
I stayed after the D23 party and went to the parks the next day and have some newsworthy photos share…
Right at park opening, CM’s were preparing for the Sherman Brothers window dedication
DLNT D23 Anniversary Party Photo Report
Several DLNT staff members including Jamie Nakagiri, Chris Lastrapes, and myself attended the D23 Anniversary Party at Disneyland last Wednesday. We have several interesting photos to share…
Before the party started, we waited in the Hub. Read More about DLNT D23 Anniversary Party Photo Report
“The Boys” Get Their Window
Sorry I’m a little behind on the news as I just got back from the D23 Anniversary Party.
Starting with the Sherman Brothers window dedication…
From the Disney Parks Blog:
Today, Main Street, U.S.A. was buzzing with the tune of several familiar songs as Richard and Robert Sherman were honored with their own window. A window dedication, by the way, is the highest honor a cast member can receive at Disneyland Park. The window dedicated to the Sherman Brothers reads “Two Brothers Tunemakers,” with their names inscribed underneath. Check it out next time you stroll down Main Street, U.S.A. The famous brothers are the creative minds behind the song “it’s a small world (after all),” and the theme songs for several attractions (The Enchanted Tiki Room, Carousel of Progress) and songs from the movies “Mary Poppins,” “The Jungle Book,” “Bedknobs and Broomsticks,” “The Aristocats” and “Winnie the Pooh.” Richard Sherman was at the ceremony today. Take a look at this video and hear what Richard had to say at this heartwarming celebration of the Sherman Brothers’ amazing work.
And after Richard finished his speech, he performed Feed The Birds. A very moving moment…