Tag: Puppet
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Halloween Tree | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 31, 2007
On this day in 2007, the Halloween Tree was dedicated in Frontierland at Disneyland.
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The Making of Me | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 30, 1989
On this day in 1989, ‘The Making of Me’ opened at the Wonders of Life Pavilion at EPCOT in Walt Disney World. Martin Short narrated the film about how we come to be and are born. Short looked back at his parents’ history, from their meeting in high school to getting married and later having…
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Hulu | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 29, 2007
On this day in 2007, the streaming service Hulu was founded.
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One-Thousandth Ghost | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 28, 2004
On this day in 2004, a Baton Rouge lawyer became an honorary resident of Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion and attended his own midnight “burial.” His winning bid of $37,400 in a charity auction on eBay entitled him to become the one-thousandth ghost in the Haunted Mansion. The doctor and healthcare attorney’s name was immortalized on a…
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On Stage in the Magic Kingdom | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 27, 1984
On this day in 1984, the first “On Stage in the Magic Kingdom” event was held at Walt Disney World. The special after-hours concert took place from 9 PM until 1:30 AM. Performers included Cheap Trick, The S.O.S. Band, Shannon, New Edition, and KC & The Sunshine Band. Tickets cost $14.95 at the gate and…
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CAPS | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 26, 1989
On this day in 1989, CAPS (the Computer Animation Production System) was used for the first time in a feature film on the second-to-last shot of ‘The Little Mermaid.’
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Disney Legend Vladimir “Bill” Tytla | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 25, 1904
On this day in 1904, animator, director, and Disney Legend Vladimir “Bill” Tytla was born.
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Gargoyles | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 24, 1994
On this day in 1994, ‘Gargoyles’ debuted as part of the Disney Afternoon TV lineup.
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Carnival de Lumiere | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 23, 1982
On this day in 1982, Carnival de Lumiere, EPCOT’s first nighttime spectacular, debuted on the World Showcase Lagoon.
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Tropical Serenade | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 22, 1969
On this day in 1969, the Florida Citrus Commission signed a contract with WED Enterprises to sponsor an attraction at the future Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.
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Le Journal de Mickey | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 21, 1934
On this day in 1934, ‘Le Journal de Mickey’ launched in France.
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First Disney Studio | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 20, 1984
On this day in 1984, “The First Disney Studio” was dedicated in its new location at the Stanley Ranch Museum in Garden Grove, Calif.
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The Lion King | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 19, 1999
On this day in 1999, ‘The Lion King’ stage show opened on the West End at the Lyceum Theatre in London.
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Maleficent: Mistress of Evil | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 18, 2019
On this day in 2019, ‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’ was released in theaters.
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Halloweentown | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 17, 1998
On this day in 1998, the Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Halloweentown’ debuted.
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Journey of Water | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 16, 2023
On this day in 2023, the walkthrough attraction Journey of Water, Inspired by ‘Moana’ opened officially at EPCOT.
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Steps in Time | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 14, 2001
On this day in 2001, the stage show “Steps in Time” held its final performance at the Hyperion Theater in Disney’s California Adventure.
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Once Upon a Studio | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 13, 2023
On this day in 2023, ‘Once Upon a Studio’ was released to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company.
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George Kalogridis | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 12, 2009
On this day in 2009, George Kalogridis became president of the Disneyland Resort.
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Rainbow Caverns Mine Train | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 11, 1959
On this day in 1959, the Rainbow Caverns Mine Train attraction closed in Disneyland’s Frontierland. Walt Disney thought the attraction needed more humor and enhancements, which Imagineer Marc Davis delivered. The area transformed into Mine Train Through Nature’s Wonderland, opening in 1960. The pack mules returned for this new version, but sadly the Conestoga Wagons…
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Michael Giacchino | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 10, 1967
On this day in 1967, composer and director Michael Giacchino was born.
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runDisney Race for the Taste 10K | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 9, 2005
On this day in 2005, the first runDisney Race for the Taste 10K took place at Walt Disney World. Originally called Disney’s 10K Classic, its date was moved to coincide with the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. The route began at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex, wound through the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme…
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Disney Legend Betty Taylor | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 7, 1919
On this day in 1919, singer, dancer, and Disney Legend Betty Taylor was born. She is best known for her role as Slue Foot Sue in Disneyland’s Golden Horseshoe Revue from 1956 to 1987. It is estimated that over 10 million guests saw her perform across those 31 years and 45,000 performances! Taylor started her…
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a bug’s land | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 6, 2002
On this day in 2002, the first guests entered “a bug’s land” at Disney California Adventure.