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Walt Disney Studios outlines its portion of D23 EXPO

The Walt Disney Studios has released a very exciting slate of sessions, screenings, and previews for the inaugural D23 EXPO. Guests at the Anaheim Convention Center will see the US Premier of the first two “Toy Story” films in their new 3D format plus digitally restored versions of the Walt Disney Animated Classic “Snow White” and proto-cyber classic “TRON”. Of course previews of all upcoming films will be included. And that just scratches the surface.

The D23 EXPO is getting more exciting every day. Wish I could make it.

Full Press Release and schedule of sessions is below the cut:

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Win A Trip to the Inaugural D23 EXPO

I don’t know why I’m sharing this with you since it lessens my chance to win and, face it, I’m not making it out to California any other way in this economy. But hey maybe one of you will win and send me a collectible postcard or something.

Disney.com is offering you a chance to attend the inaugural D23 EXPO, where the world of Disney will come together under one roof at the Anaheim Convention Center in California from September 10-13, 2009. Enter exclusively through Disney.com’s mobile Web site by texting D23 to DISNEY (347639)* now through August 21, 2009. The winner will receive the ultimate Disney fan experience including travel accommodations, tickets the to the D23 Expo and Disneyland Resort tickets for a group of four.**

Running September 10–13, the D23 Expo will transform the Anaheim Convention Center into the single largest gathering of all things Disney ever assembled in one place at one magical time. Many more details about D23 EXPO entertainment, events and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can keep up with all the news by visiting www.D23EXPO.com, as well as by signing up for mobile alerts from Disney.com by texting D23 to DISNEY (347639).*

Still not convinced? Check out this video from the folks at D23 with a special look at some of the Disney archives items that might show up at the expo.

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NFFC to become Disneyana Fan Club

The largest unofficial Disney fan club in the US has voted to change its name from “NFFC The Club for Disneyana Enthusiasts” to the “Disneyana Fan Club”. While there was some passionate debate about the name change among the groups membership, the final vote was… Read More »NFFC to become Disneyana Fan Club

Disney News Roundup: A Journey into your Imagination

The LA Times has a cute interview with Iake Eissenmann and Kim Richards, the original children from Disney’s Witch Mountain films. They each have cameo roles in the current relaunch. Downtown Disney Orlando’s latest store, Tren-D, is set to open March 19th. It will feature… Read More »Disney News Roundup: A Journey into your Imagination

“The Princess and The Frog” – Disney moves up release date

I mentioned this was being considered by Disney the other day, now we know the details. Disney has chosen December 11th for the wide debut of its next feature animated musical “The Princess and The Frog”. The movie will actually open on November 25th in… Read More »“The Princess and The Frog” – Disney moves up release date

Disney’s D23: Extended Video Ad

Earlier I posted a 30 second ad for Disney’s new Official Community for Fans D23, now here’s a longer version. In addition to the greeting by CEO Bob Iger, this one has more clips from great Disney movies and other memorable moments. It also features… Read More »Disney’s D23: Extended Video Ad

Disney CEO Bob Iger Welcomes Disney Fans to D23

A quick video from Disney CEO Bob Iger welcoming Disney Fans to D23. Previously: Disney’s D23 Costs and Benefits Details.

Official D23 Website is live

Moments after Bob Iger announced D23 at the Stockholders meeting the official website went live. Lots of details to explore. A look inside the ‘Disney Twenty-Three” magazine, access to the Walt Disney Archives and plenty more. Previously: D23 Membership Cost and Details.