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“Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives” Opening in Chicago October 16

WDWNT on August 7, 2013

Nearly 300 artifacts from 90 years of Disney history will appear in an exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago beginning October 16, 2013 (the 90th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company), and running through February 17, 2014.

Tickets will go on sale at msichicago.org on September 4, 2013.

Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives highlights the creative accomplishments and innovations of Walt Disney, a Chicago native son, and the company that bears his name.

“The Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives showcases the creativity and innovation that has defined Disney for 90 years,” said Robert A. Iger, chairman and CEO, The Walt Disney Company. “We’re proud of this heritage, and we are very pleased to share this rare glimpse into our rich history with Chicago’s world-renowned Museum of Science and Industry.”

The exhibition will feature many rarely-seen artifacts such as drawings, props, costumes, artwork from classic Disney animation, theme park attractions, TV shows and live action films, as well as items from contemporary Disney milestones.

Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives promises to not be just another static, look and read, “don’t touch” museum exhibition. Hands-on, interactive stations will bring Disney technological breakthroughs in animation and motion pictures to life. Visitors to the exhibition will be able to try their luck at recording sound effects for a film, discover the workings of Disney’s innovative MultiPlane film camera and try their hand at drawing Disney characters in the Animation Academy.

“Through this exhibit we’re pleased to showcase Walt Disney as both a master storyteller and an impressive innovator whose creative legacy continues to inspire people of all ages,” said David Mosena, president and CEO of the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. “Guests will be immersed in Walt Disney’s ‘can do’ spirit, optimistic outlook and never-ending curiosity that propelled him through his impressive career. This spirit continues to be the creative inspiration behind many of the incredible experiences created by Disney today.”

This impressive collection of artifacts will include:

Clips from some of Walt Disney’s earliest animated works, before there was a Mickey.
The original script for the 1928 cartoon short Steamboat Willie, which introduced movie theater audiences to Mickey Mouse for the very first time, written by Walt Disney.
A partial recreation of Walt Disney’s formal office from the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, Calif., including original furnishings and many of his personal items.
Hand-drawn artwork, hand-sculpted models and props used in the production of some of Disney’s renowned animated features, including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo and Sleeping Beauty.
A recreation of a working animator’s office from the Disney Studios featuring authentic animator’s furniture, and models.
Animation models and artwork from contemporary Disney animation film hits, including The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King and Aladdin.
Props from classic Disney live-action films, including Mary Poppins, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, The Rocketeer, The Princess Diaries, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl and Enchanted.
A special area of the exhibition dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the release of Mary Poppins, with film clips, interviews with the movie’s creators and rare behind-the-scenes photos.
A salute to Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida, showcasing artwork, Audio-Animatronics characters, and memorabilia from such popular attractions as It’s a Small World, Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln, and The Hall of Presidents, as well as early plans and correspondence for Walt Disney’s vision of Epcot.

Regular museum admission does not include this special exhibition. An additional timed-entry ticket, which is priced at $9 for adults and seniors, and $7 for children ages 3-11, will be required. D23 Gold and Silver members will receive a special discount on exhibit admission.

The exhibition, presented by D23 will run through February 17, 2014.

Cool Off with the New Animated Film Frozen in the Fall Issue of Disney Twenty-Three

WDWNT on August 7, 2013

This August, the latest issue of Disney twenty-three Magazine will be delivered to the mailboxes of D23 Gold Members, and the cover story is Frozen! Disney’s 53rd animated feature, in theatres this November, will be the highlight of this issue, with behind-the-scenes film maker magic, as well as interviews with voice actors Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel.

Readers will also enjoy a fascinating look at newly discovered photographs recovered from Walt’s personal camera in “Every Picture Tells a Story”.

There will be stories about Tokyo Disneyland’s 30th Anniversary in “Happiness in the Park”, as well as an inside look at Hong Kong Disneyland’s exhilarating new attraction Mystic Manor.

Disney Legend Marty Sklar gives an exclusive interview, as he takes you into his home, and shares information about his exciting new book, Dream It! Do It!: My Half-Century Creating Disney’s Magic Kingdoms.

Other features of this Fall issue will include:

The latest on the new Mickey Mouse cartoons
PHOTOfiles: The best photo ever taken of Walt
Remembering Mouseketeer Annette Funicello in “Forever Annette”
The Disney classic, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, on its 25th anniversary
“D Society”: A tour of the Disney Studio Lot, Jerry Bruckheimer at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Monsters University world premiere

Members will also receive one of two exclusive retro-style magnets, celebrating Tinker Bell, and the Haunted Mansion’s Hatbox Ghost.

Complementing the Disney twenty-three Fall issue, there will be additional magic available at D23.com starting August 9th, with member-only news and web extras. Readers will be treated to interviews with voice actors from Disney’s Planes, additional artwork from Frozen, and a video interview at home with Marty Sklar.

So grab a frosty drink and cool off while enjoying the latest Disney twenty-three magazine!

Images courtesy of the Walt Disney Company

D23 Releases Images from Walt Disney’s Personal Camera

WDWNT on July 17, 2013

D23 Releases Images from Walt’s Camera

By Michael Truskowski

I have never really spent much time in the D23 website despite being a charter member. I just didn’t find a whole lot of content that was interesting. But Disney has finally addressed this with a revamped, members only section of the website.

Don’t want to join D23? Now you can get a free membership that grants you access to the website without costing you a single dollar. Of course, if you want the magazine, access to special events, and other benefits from your membership, you still need to pay the annual fee. But if you are simply curious about the web content, there really is no reason not to sign up.

As a way of announcing the new site (and driving traffic to it), they released several never before seen images of Walt, taken with his own personal camera. Two of the images were released to the general public.

The first shows Walt in June 1951 on a family trip to Denmark. (Although we have to wonder, whose camera is Walt holding if this picture was captured with Walt’s camera?)

The second shows a younger (1940’s) Walt asleep in his lawn on some sort of lounge mat, thing. It is always interesting to see someone famous when their guard is down, living their normal life. Think of every other image of Walt you have ever seen. He is almost always working. We tend to think of him now as just being Disney the company (which happens when you give your name to what ends up being one of the largest companies in the world). But this photo reminds us all that he was, in many ways, just like us.

Some of the other photos on the D23 website include photos of the girls on the carousel. Yes, those girls on that carousel. You know, the one which served as the inspiration for Walt to build Disneyland. Also in one of the carousel photos is a very young Roy E. Disney. Another part of Walt’s life that readers of this are no doubt aware of is the Carolwood Pacific railroad, Walt’s backyard train, and the predecessor to the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Railroads. There are also several photos of his wife Lillian, who we do not get to see nearly as often as her husband.

What I love about these photos is that the really do look like someone’s family photos, not studio publicity pictures. It is an interesting mix of history and human interest. It is accessible at D23.com as a part of the D’scovered series. If you have not been around the D23 site lately, it is worth a trip back. If you have never been there, go grab a free membership and take a look around.

Disney CEO Bob Iger to Open D23 Expo 2013; John Lasseter to Host Presentation

WDWNT on July 17, 2013

As many of you know, the D23 Expo, the Ultimate Event for Disney Fans, is happening this August 9-11, 2013, in Anaheim, California. It’s always exciting to hear all the special things they will have in store for those in attendance, and some exciting news has just been released!

The grand opening celebration of the Expo on August 9th will feature a Welcome by none other than Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger, officially kicking off the amazing three day event.

Art and Imagination: Animation at The Walt Disney Studios: A presentation hosted by Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter will follow the Opening Welcome, and promises to be filled with surprises and sneak peaks on upcoming animated features, a new film short, surprise celebrities and filmmakers, major announcements in movies, and a live musical performance. This will be held in the Anaheim Convention Center Arena.

Let the Adventures Begin: Live Action at The Walt Disney Studios: On August 10th in the Arena, Walt Disney Studios Chairman Alan Horn will present all the exciting new live-action releases coming up, including Thor: The Dark World, Tomorrowland, and Saving Mr. Banks. There will be behind-the-scenes footage, exclusive clips, and many other surprises in store!

Both these amazing presentations will be held in the Arena, which holds 4,000 fans, but in case you’re worried you still won’t get in, this year features an additional 2,000 seats in the new overflow theatre, where guests can watch all the excitement through a live-feed!

For those of you who cannot make the D23 Expo, we’ve got you covered! WDW News Today will be there providing you with up-to-the-minute exclusive coverage of all the weekend’s events. So stay tuned to WDWNT.com.

Images courtesy of the Walt Disney Company

Miss Mindy Gives a Peek at her Wonderland D23 Set

WDWNT on April 24, 2013

Here is a look at the previously released concept art and details:

Wonderland Chess Set

Miss Mindy

Retail: $12,500

With its mix of 32 customized 3″and Jr. Vinylmation figures, all hand-embellished, sculpted & painted, it’s an insane detail feast for your eyes! The Chess Board is laden with solid, extreme-attention-to-detail craftsmanship….. and surprise! There’s a tiny little sculpted Alice watching the game on the side lines, among the various flora, fauna, and crafted elements framing the playing field of these mini marvels… enjoy your trip to Wonderland!

Episode 130 Wet Paint Donald

WDWNT on April 24, 2013

Ep. 130 Wet Paint Donald

This week we give a full D23 Expo Vinylmation and Artist Meet and Greet Preview. We also find out news about Popcorns 2, Food & Wine and an update on Reflections of Evil. Matt from Vinylmation Kingdom stops by to talk about customs, scrappers and Walt.

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NRB Relic & Evilos Disney D23 Expo Event Page

WDWNT on March 3, 2013

The NRB Relic & Evilos Disney D23 Expo Event page is now up and EVERYONE is INVITED..!! Come join us on the event page to see event news, custom artwork, custom Vinylmations, Collector Vinyl display bags, giveaways and so much more. Even if you can’t go come join the event page and see all the fun event news and artwork that will be posted on the event page.

We are so excited and hope to see you there.
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An In-Depth Look at Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

DLNT Reporter Tim Alcoser went to a media preview of D23’s Treasures Of The Walt Disney Archives exhibit at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley and captured tons of photos of all the displays and exhibits to share. The exhibit opens to the public on Saturday, July 6, and is open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Â The exhibit is scheduled to run through April 2013.

These Haunted Mansion props are from Walt Disney World

Maleficent dragon head from Disneyland’s Fantasmic!

Mickey Mouse Revue!

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D23 Expo 2013 Tickets Go On Sale August 9th!

WDWNT on December 3, 2012

BURBANK, Calif. – July 26, 2012 – On Thursday, Aug. 9, at 10 a.m. PT, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will begin selling tickets for the next D23 Expo, which will open one year later and run from Aug. 9-11, 2013, at the Anaheim Convention Center. The largest Disney fan event in the world, the D23 Expo celebrates the entire world of Disney entertainment and brings together all parts of The Walt Disney Company under one roof, including The Walt Disney Studios; Walt Disney Parks and Resorts; Disney Consumer Products; Media Networks (including ABC, ABC Family, Disney Channel, and Radio Disney) and Disney Interactive. D23 Expo 2013 marks the third Expo held in Anaheim, following Expos in 2009 and 2011.

More than 40,000 Disney fans from around the world gathered at the Anaheim Convention Center in 2011 for the second D23 Expo: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. In anticipation of even bigger attendance, D23 Expo 2013 will feature: an overflow theater for the D23 Arena, which will accommodate more than 2,000 guests for live streaming of the popular Arena presentations; nearly double the size of presentation venue Stage 23 (formerly 1,000 seats); and an expanded show floor, to include Halls A, B, C and D, as well as a larger Collectors’ Forum to provide even more magical experiences for guests.

As in previous Expos, D23 Expo 2013 will showcase all of the latest stars in the Disney universe. In 2011, celebrity appearances included Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Jennifer Garner, Dick Van Dyke, Willem Dafoe, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Jason Segel, Marty Sklar, Alice Davis, Michael Giacchino, Tony Baxter, Tom Bergeron, Regis Philbin, Jodi Benson, Lea Salonga, Linda Larkin, Paige O’Hara, Anika Noni Rose, David Arquette, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer, Kelly Macdonald, Kevin McKidd, Taylor Kitsch, Wilmer Valderrama, Melissa Joan Hart, Sean Astin, Chelsea Kane, and Kyle Massey, along with Disney executives and creative talent. They came together to bring special presentations, announcements, and performances to Disney fans throughout the three-day extravaganza.

D23 Expo 2013 will also feature the Disney Legends Awards–a stirring biennial event that pays tribute to the talented men and women who have made indelible contributions to the Disney legacy; an all-new Fan Art Contest themed to the upcoming 50th anniversary of Mary Poppins; the 12,000 square-foot Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives exhibit featuring costumes, props, and set pieces from Disney’s rich history; plus amazing live events, celebrity appearances, panels and presentations, sneak peeks, and unique experiences that celebrate the past, present, and future of Disney.

Tickets for D23 Expo 2013 will be available at a discounted price for a limited time. From August 9–December 31, 2012, tickets will be $47 for a one-day adult admission and $37 for children 3-12. Tickets for members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will be $40 for a one-day adult admission and $32 for children. Multi-day money-saving tickets are also available for both D23 Members and the general public, and D23 Members can save as much as $204 off the price of admission, based on the purchase of four three-day tickets at the D23 Member rate. For more information on tickets and the ticket pricing structure for members and general admission, visit www.D23Expo.com.

In addition to these special advance-purchase savings, D23 Members can also buy D23 Expo VIP Sorcerer Packages, extremely limited tickets that are only available to members. These packages offer incredible, exclusive opportunities.

The SORCERER PACKAGE includes:

Three-day admission ticket
Reserved seating at all presentations in the D23 Arena and Stage 23
Commemorative Sorcerer credential
Pre-Expo tour of the Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives exhibit
Exclusive shopping time in the D23 Expo Dream Store and the Treasure Trove the day before the Expo is open to guests
Exclusive tour of the D23 Expo show floor the day before the Expo is open to the public
Private welcome reception
Special entrance to the Expo each morning
Hardbound Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives catalog
Hardbound Disney Legends ceremony commemorative program
A voucher for an appointment with an on-site massage therapist
Exclusive D23 Expo 2013 tote bag filled with gifts
“Fond Farewell” reception on final day of Expo
In addition, Sorcerer-level members have access to the Sorcerer Member Lounge

Sorcerer Package tickets will be available exclusively to both Gold- and Silver- level D23 Members at $1,500 per ticket. Members will also have the option to purchase up to two Sorcerer tickets. Additional details and benefit are highlighted at www.D23Expo.com.

D23 Members receive early admission to the Expo show floor, and D23 will once again give a special thanks to D23 Charter Members, providing them special access to the Expo’s Charter Member Lounge.

Visit www.D23Expo.com to relive some of the extraordinary experiences from the first two Expo events and get a peek at what’s to come in 2013.

Full Details on D23’s Epcot 30th Anniversary Celebration

WDWNT on October 30, 2012

October 1, 2012, marks the 30th anniversary of Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort and D23: The Official Disney Fan Club invites its members and their guests to fete one of Disney’s crowning achievements on this special occasion. The event on Sunday, September 30, will whisk D23 Members back to a time touted as when “the 21st century begins”—those early Epcot years when guests first marveled at “Astuter Computers,” “Smellitzers,” the novelty of “riding on sunshine,” and were awed by a massive geodesic sphere called Spaceship Earth. The celebration will feature rare and never-before-seen artwork; film and video footage and photos; along with a number of pioneers of Epcot, including such Disney Imagineers, Legends and Epcot luminaries as Marty Sklar (exclusive pre-taped presentation), Tony Baxter, Ron Schneider, Charlie Ridgway, Ron Logan, Bill Sullivan, Bob Garner, Jason Surrell, Jason Grandt, Alex Wright, Duncan Dickson and Steve Taylor.

World Passport ($65) general admission includes:
• Access to all presentations
• A commemorative gift
• Access to exclusive D23 merchandise

World Key ($185) level admission includes:
• All features of the World Passport admission
• Reserved seating for all presentations
• A special dessert reception at 8 p.m. inside an exclusive Future World lounge
• Exclusive meet-and-greet opportunity with Disney Legends and Epcot luminaries
• Reception will also include screenings of rare film footage of Epcot’s early days

Check out some of the presentations D23 is has in store for this extraordinary tribute to Epcot:

Hooray for the 21st Century

Disney Legend and former Walt Disney Imagineering Principal Creative Executive Marty Sklar joins D23 guests via a virtual presentation, where we see and hear what it was like to work with Walt Disney on his original vision for an Experiemental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. Along the way, learn about Marty’s favorite memories working on the EPCOT Center project with a team of passionate Imagineers.

The Music of EPCOT Center

Some of Epcot’s most passionate fans agree that the park’s soundtrack has created one of its most lasting legacies that continue to help “makin’ memories” around the world. Join Disney historians and songwriters as we explore the incredible world of Epcot music, celebrating the talents of such Epcot songwriters and composers as Bob Moline, Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman, George Wilkins, Buddy Baker, X. Atencio, Peter Stougaard, Russell Brower, Edo Guidotti and others who have left a permanent musical mark on the park’s creative legacy. Along the way, hear stories about the recording sessions, learn about some fascinating alternate versions of some of your favorite melodies, and sing along to your favorite Epcot tunes!

We Can Do It!

Disney Legends and EPCOT Center creators review the immense challenge that loomed ahead of them when bringing Epcot to reality in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Guests will hear stories of trips to foreign countries to secure participants in the World Showcase concept, what life was like inside the largest private construction project in the world, and how they readied its highly anticipated opening day.

We’ve Just Begun to Dream

Join Disney Legend Ron Logan and other key Disney entertainment veterans as they reminisce about the official EPCOT Center opening festivities that remain among the most elaborate Disney has ever staged. This presentation will include rare footage from the grand openings of various Future World and World Showcase pavilions, which were held throughout October 1982.

Makin’ Memories: Epcot on Film

Join former Disney Imagineer Bob Garner and Disney author and historian Tim O’Day as they cast a “Magic Eye” on the marvelous world of Epcot on film. Bob was closely involved in the creation of film documentation and production at Epcot, including special video elements of Future World and World Showcase pavilions and such promotional films as EPCOT Center: The Opening Celebration.

Looking Back at Tomorrow

Few Epcot visitors, even its most avid fans, realize The Land pavilion was almost called “Harvest Tomorrow” or that Figment was slated to co-host an “Images & Imagination” pavilion with “Professor Marvel.” With recently discovered materials from the Walt Disney Archives, join Disney archivists as they examine how the “dreamers and doers” developed favorite Epcot attractions of the past including Horizons, Journey into Imagination, Kitchen Kabaret, World of Motion, theAstuter Computer Revue, and the original Universe of Energy.

The EPCOT Center That Never Was

Using rare concept artwork, guests will glimpse what it was like to design Epcot with Walt Disney Imagineering Senior Vice President Tony Baxter, designer and producer for several beloved Epcot pavilions, and explore early versions of Epcot attractions that never made it off the drawing board.

Imagineering Epcot: An Extra Perceptive Close-up Of Things

Fans of wall-to-wall carpeting and leapfrog fountains unite! Disney Imagineers Jason Surrell, Jason Grandt, and Alex Wright return with a humorous exploration of the details that make Epcot so unique. From miniature gardens to massive buildings (and every international food and beverage offering in between), they’ll show what makes Future World and World Showcase like no place else on earth.

Tickets go on sale on June 21st at 10 A.M. PST.

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