Tag: Puppet
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Even Stevens | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 17, 2000
On this day in 2000, the Disney Channel comedy series ‘Even Stevens’ premiered.
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Fantasia 2000 | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 16, 2000
On this day in 2000, ‘Fantasia 2000’ opened theatrically after a four-month limited release in IMAX format. It was the successor to 1940s ‘Fantasia’ and included “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” as the only returning theme. Other memorable moments include gliding whales paired with “Pines of Rome,” “Rhapsody in Blue” set in 1930s New York City, “Pomp…
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Red Car Trolleys | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 15, 2012
On this day in 2012, the Red Car Trolleys debuted on Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure.
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Evelyn Henry Coats | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 14, 1910
On this day in 1910, veteran Ink & Paint artist Evelyn Henry Coats was born.
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Toy Story 3 | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 13, 2010
On this day in 2010, Disney Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 3’ held its U.S. premiere at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood.
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Junius Matthews | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 12, 1890
On this day in 1890, actor Junius Matthews was born.
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World of Color | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 11, 2010
On this day in 2010, the nighttime spectacular World of Color debuted to the public at Disney California Adventure. A show that took five years to create, World of Color uses water screens, high definition projectors, and almost 1,200 water jets to bring Disney stories to life in a “living ‘Fantasia.’” The tallest fountains shoot…
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Pocahontas | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 10, 1995
On this day in 1995, ‘Pocahontas’ held its premiere outdoors in New York City’s Central Park.
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Sherman Brothers | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 9, 2005
On this day in 2005, legendary Disney songwriters Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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Smithsonian | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 8, 2005
On this day in 2005, the Walt Disney Company made a donation of Disneyland’s opening day items to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in celebration of the park’s 50th anniversary.
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Daisy Duck | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 7, 1940
On this day in 1940, Daisy Duck made her official debut in the short ‘Mr. Duck Steps Out.’ The short depicts Donald’s first date with Daisy and establishes her as Donald’s permanent love interest. Daisy’s voice in this first outing was performed by Clarence Nash as a “duck” voice, but was later dubbed by June…
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America On Parade | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 6, 1975
On this day in 1975, America on Parade premiered in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, with a second version beginning at Disneyland later that month. The parade honored the United States Bicentennial. It told the story of America’s history, culture, and achievements through floats and costumes that included oversized heads. It featured American…
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SpectroMagic | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 5, 2010
On this day in 2010, the SpectroMagic nighttime parade ended its run in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
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Bengal Barbecue | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 4, 1990
On this day in 1990, the Bengal Barbecue counter-service restaurant opened in Adventureland.
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Puffin Bakery | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 3, 1960
On this day in 1960, the Puffin Bakery closed on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland.
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Disney Legend Randy Newman | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 2, 2010
On this day in 2010, award-winning songwriter and Disney Legend Randy Newman received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Space Mountain: De la Terre à la Lune | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 1, 1995
On this day in 1995, Space Mountain: De la Terre à la Lune opened in Discoveryland at Disneyland Paris.
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Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 31, 1935
On this day in 1935, the Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation was formed after a merger between Fox Film Corporation and Twentieth Century Pictures.
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Pocahontas Soundtrack | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 30, 1995
On this day in 1995, the soundtrack and score for ‘Pocahontas’ was released on CD and cassette by Walt Disney Records.
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Partly Cloudy | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 29, 2009
On this day in 2009, Pixar’s short film ‘Partly Cloudy’ debuted in theaters, playing in front of ‘Up.’
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Ronald Reagan | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 27, 1985
On this day in 1985, sitting U.S. President Ronald Reagan visited EPCOT to observe his second Inaugural Parade.
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Peggy Lee | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 26, 1920
On this day in 1920, legendary singer and actress Peggy Lee was born.
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Here Come the Muppets | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 25, 1990
On this day in 1990 the “Here Come the Muppets” stage show opened at Disney-MGM Studios in Walt Disney World.
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Braveheart | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 24, 1995
On this day in 1995, ‘Braveheart’ was released widely into theaters by 20th Century Fox.