With an introduction by none other than John Lassetter, we’re able to share with you some of the highlights of the Animation panel covering both Disney and Pixar animation studios films. First, there are some backstage interviews with the movie producers and a few show… Read More »New Video of D23 Expo Animation Panel Highlights
Three years ago I wrote a piece on why Disney should build a third theme park in North America—in Toronto to be specific. Alas, that hasn’t transpired—and I’m not exactly holding my breath—although it’s great to see Disney expanding the existing parks with exciting new… Read More »Why Disney Should Bring D23 Expo to East Coast
It’s a little remembered fact, but Disneyland and the Mickey Mouse Club. While the first TV episode of the Mickey Mouse Club didn’t air until October of 1955, the Mouseketeers were featured in the opening day ceremonies at Disneyland. Here’s a bit of rare color… Read More »D23 Expo to celebrate 60th Anniversary of the Mickey Mouse Club with Mouseketeer Reunion
At this year’s Disney fan festival, D23 Expo, there will be more to see and do than ever. Now that Disney has added Star Wars to its lineup, it’s expanding its venue, and event lineup to accommodate more fans. As with last year, Disney has… Read More »D23 Expo expands in 2015
The love of Disney knows no international borders. You’ll find Mickey & Minnie on t-shirts and toy shelves nearly anywhere you visit on the planet. There is one place that takes its mouse worship to a new level however. That is the country of Japan. The Walt Disney Company Japan has just made an announcement that will make those fans very happy, it will stage D23 Expo Japan 2015, a special event for Disney fans created by D23: The Official Disney Fan Club. The Expo will take place over three days from November 6 to November 8, 2015 in Maihama in Tokyo Disney Resort.
“We heard from a lot of fans about how delighted they were with the D23 Expo we held in 2013, and this Expo promises to be even more spectacular,” said Walt Disney Japan President Paul Candland. “We’re very excited about being able to present this great event once again, and we know our guests will have an incredible experience during the three days we have planned for them. ”
D23 Expo is a special event held every two years in the U.S. as part of D23’s ongoing engagement with Disney fans. In 2013, Disney launched D23 Expo Japan, a uniquely Japanese event that remains true to D23’s vision for “the ultimate fan event.” The program includes thrilling performances, as well as engaging presentations by Disney executives, and showcases what’s on the horizon from across The Walt Disney Company, including theme parks, movies, television, and music. Themed around “the power of story,” D23 Expo Japan 2015 will bring together fascinating tales from Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel.
Loose lips sink ships. That’s what they said during World War II reminding dock workers not to talk about the comings and goings of ships involved in the war effort. Yesterday in a Q&A session on Facebook, Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn may… Read More »Is Marvel skipping San Diego Comic Con for D23?
Hey Disney fans in the midwest, it’s time to make a trip to Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry. Due to popular demand the Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives exhibit has been extended. Guests will be able to enjoy the exhibit through August 3,… Read More »Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Chicago Stay Extended Until August 3, 2014
The summer issue of Disney Twenty-Three magazine will feature Angelina Jolie discussing her title role of Maleficent. The magazine of Disney’s official fan club talks with the iconic actress and the creative team behind the film. Plus the issue dives into the creation of Walt Disney’s classic film Sleeping Beauty and explores galaxies far away in the Star Wars Universe and not-so far away in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy.
“I was afraid of her, and I loved her,” Jolie confesses in the cover story. Accompanying the piece is an in-depth look by animation historian Charles Solomon at the development of Walt Disney’s 1959 creative masterpiece, Sleeping Beauty, with rarely seen concept art and drawings.
The summer issue also includes a behind-the-engine look at Walt Disney World’s newest theme park attraction, the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, featuring striking images and interviews with the team responsible for creating the experience, which is based on the world’s first animated feature.Read More »Angelina Jolie graces cover of Disney Twenty-Three Magazine as Maleficent