Tag: figment
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Dave Goelz | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 16, 1946
On this day in 1946, Muppet performer, voice actor, and puppet builder Dave Goelz was born. Goelz first started working with Henson Associates in 1973 as a part-time puppet builder. He went on to become one of the lead Muppet performers. Goelz is the only original cast member from ‘The Muppet Show’ that still performs…
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We Love The Land – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #709
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week the Geeks don’t just talk about what is going on in the world of Disney and positive stuff. They also talk about Earth Day, Earth Week, and Earth Month. This includes a discussion about the attractions that are fitting for this month and what makes them great. They also…
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Now on shopDisney: Figment Fig-Clair Disney Munchlings Plush – Specialty Treats – EPCOT Festival of the Arts
A new EPCOT Festival of the Arts merchandise offering that Figment fans will love is now on shopDisney. A Figment Fig-Clair Disney Munchlings Plush – Specialty Treats – EPCOT Festival of the Arts is now available and definitely could be popular. It IS a limited release. EPCOT Festival of the Arts runs from January 12 through…
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Acoustic Version of ‘One Little Spark’ Plays After Luminous
Luminous: The Symphony of Us is the new nighttime spectacular that is being presented at EPCOT nightly. This new show utilizes fireworks, fountains, music and lights to remind guests that we are more alike than different. Since it opened earlier this month, it has been delighting guests with both recognizable and new music that is…
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Figment Gingerbread Cookie with Frosting Disney Munchlings Plush Arrives on shopDisney for Limited Release
A new Disney Munchlings plush has been released on shopDisney with everyone’s favorite EPCOT mascot. The Figment Gingerbread Cookie with Frosting Disney Munchlings Plush is available now with a limited release. This plush if 4 3/4″ tall and destined to be quite popular. If it is something you want, definitely order it quickly before it…
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Figment is Back at EPCOT!
On Sunday, September 10, 2023 Figment made his triumphant return to EPCOT. This came the day after it was announced that he would be returning by Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products during a presentation at the Destination D23 event. On Sunday, Figment fans lined up to see the return of their…
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Figment Arriving to Meet Guests at EPCOT on September 10
On Saturday morning it was announced that Figment will be meeting with guests visiting EPCOT starting on September 10, 2023. Figment will be meeting with guests at the Imagination Pavilion. The announcement came during “A Celebration of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” at Destination D23 which included many other announcements about…
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New Character Meet and Greets Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort has announced three new character meet and greets that will be coming to the most magical place on Earth later this year. The three characters will be arriving in three different parks at three different times. Moana – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Moana will be arriving in Disney’s Animal Kingdom next month.…
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Disney Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Figment With the Help of Stacia Martin
On March 5, 1983 the world was introduced to Figment at EPCOT. This little imaginary dragon was the embodiment of what could happen when one puts their imagination to work. 40 years later, Disney is commemorating Figment’s 40th birthday with a post on the Disney Parks Blog where Stacia Martin shares not only how to…
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Figment Ears and Bag Heading to shopDisney!
EPCOT just celebrated its 40th anniversary. With the celebration came quite a range of merchandise for the celebration. More merchandise surrounding EPCOT and its most notable character Figment continues to be released. Today, Disney announced that merchandise based on Figment will be arriving on shopDisney.com tomorrow. The new merchandise will be Figment ears and also…
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Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
There are so many fun things to see and do at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. From incredible food and entertainment to traditional artwork and untraditional artwork, there is something for just about every type of art lover. There is also a scavenger hunt for kids, or kids at heart, to enjoy as…
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Back to Normal – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #591
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the GEEKS have a blast geeking out about a lot of Disney topics. The show starts with a discussion about the Figment popcorn bucket and waiting in lines. What lines would you wait for something for at Disney? Things continue on to the second anniversary of Star Wars: Rise…
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Why Festival of the Arts is My Favorite Festival at Epcot – According to Murray
Epcot at Walt Disney World is home to four annual festivals throughout the year. Flower and Garden, Food and Wine, and Festival of the Holidays are ones that have brought many guests to search about the park. One of them, a newer one, is my personal favorite. It’s possibly the best, and here are some…
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Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Coming to Walt Disney World in January
The newest EPCOT Festival is returning in a new way. The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a global celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts. The 2021 Festival will be known as the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, and is set for January 8 – February 22, 2021. The…
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Dive into the Art Library at Walt Disney Imagineering in Final Virtual Tour
In the last few weeks, Walt Disney Imagineering has opened up its doors to the Glendale campus! This tour has taken us everywhere from the entrance, to the DISH, and now into the art library! This final stop on the tour is certainly not one to miss and there are even some fun easter eggs!…
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Remote Access – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1025 (#496)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week, the geeks are connecting remotely due to the coronavirus as they make every effort to maintain safety and health. Throughout the course of the episode, they talk about the Disneyland Resort and what the short and longterm effects of COVID-19 will be on it. They also talk about Ahsoka…
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The History of Figment at EPCOT Center in Walt Disney World (1983 – Present)
The world can always use a little bit more imagination! In 1955, Disneyland was founded on the imagination that lived in the world and the possibilities that could happen when we believe in our dreams. When EPCOT Center opened to the public in 1982, they opened the Imagination! pavilion alongside it, which explored the exact ideas…
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Destination D Delivers! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 908
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT to cover after the excitement that came out of Destination D: Celebrating Mickey Mouse! From this special weekend at the Walt Disney World Resort, there is news covering Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Epcot, and more! The geeks cover it all! Mickey and Minnie Mouse’s birthday…
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Epcot’s Festival of the Arts From an Artist’s Perspective
Believe it or not, I’m an artist. It’s something that drew me to Disney in the first place. So, when Walt Disney World first announced an International Festival of the Arts, it was something I definitely wanted to go and see. Though I missed the first one, I was able to go to the first…
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May the GROOT Be With You
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there is a lot of Guardians of the Galaxy excitement happening. There is obviously the new Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 movie. There is also the new views of Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! due to the walls coming down. And then… there is #TaterGroot! Thank…
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Sunday Spotlight: Figment! – Journey in Imagination with Figment at Epcot
Happy Sunday everyone! Today I thought we would start a new sporadic series called Sunday Spotlight. Throughout this series, I will spotlight different things throughout the Walt Disney Company that quite simply… are awesome. To start things off, I thought I would go on a journey to Epcot and highlight one of my favorite Disney…
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Marvel Comics News August 2 – August 8 2015
I am excited to bring a couple of Marvel news that I have been waiting to hear about! The first is a sequel to the highly successful Figment comic. Continuing the adventures of Dreamfinder and Figment, this will certainly be another hit! Next is a small comic series of Journey to Star Wars: The Force…
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Marvel Comics News June 15 – June 21 2015
Happy Father’s Day, and a shout out to my dad who first got me into comics with issues of Green Lantern, Captain America, and Sensational Spider-Man when I was just a little kid. Great job, dad! This week had a short amount of news bits for Marvel Comics, but a couple of really big announcements.…