Tag: Walt Disney Imagineering
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The Magic of Robotics is on Full Display with Olaf at Disneyland Paris
Olaf is more popular than ever. After becoming a fan favorite in the Frozen films and shorts, he is now making even more buzz by walking…and talking… and singing… and doing it all on a boat as it moves around! Walt Disney Imagineering continues to utilize technology to create magical experiences and memories for guests…
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Kim Irvine | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 12, 2011
On this day in 2011, Kim Irvine, former Imagineer and Art Director for Disneyland, received the Buzz Price Thea Award from the Themed Entertainment Association. Irvine was the first woman to receive this lifetime achievement award. She began work at WED Enterprises straight out of high school in 1970. Her career with Disney lasted for…
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New ‘We Call It Imagineering’ Episode Looks at Disney Cruise Line’s Biggest Ship
The Disney Adventure is now on its maiden voyage from its home port in Singapore. As cruises get to experience this magical new ship, Walt Disney Imagineering has released a new episode of We Call It Imagineering. This episode takes a look at Disney Cruise Line’s newest and largest ship. This is done by looking…
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D23 | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 10, 2021
On this day in 2021, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club and Walt Disney Imagineering teamed up for the first in a series of special events. It was called D23 x Walt Disney Imagineering Magical Milestones – Disney California Adventure Park 20th Anniversary and was streamed online. Director Leslie Iwerks and then-president of WDI Bob…
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Tiana’s Joyful Celebration Opens at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
The first museum exhibition that is dedicated to Princess Tiana is now open. Tiana’s Joyful Celebration opened at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. This exhibit invites guests to join Tiana as she prepares for the Mardi Gras parade, which ends up being an hour earlier than expected! This comes out of a collaboration between the…
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The Disney Cruise Line Christens the Disney Adventure During Magical Celebration in Singapore with Robert Downey Jr.
The Disney Adventure arrived at its home port in Singapore earlier this week. Following its arrival, the Disney Cruise Line celebrated this beautiful new ship joining the Disney Cruise Line fleet and christened it. This was done during a star-studded event that took place in the Walt Disney Theatre aboard the ship. This event used…
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New ‘Imagineer That!’ Explores How Lions are Kept Away From Rhinos at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A new episode of Imagineer That! has arrived on the Walt Disney Imagineering YouTube channel. In this episode, Tom Morrow 2.0 gets asked the following question: “How do the Imagineers keep the lions away from the rhinos?!” This is in reference to two of the animals that guests often see when they experience the Kilimanjaro…
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‘The Muppet Show’ and ‘We Call It Imagineering’ Debut on Disney+
Today is a big day for Disney+ subscribers. Two new shows have debuted on Disney’s streaming service. They are very different, but Disney fans will love them both. First off, The Muppet Show special has arrived. This is a new take on the classic Jim Henson series that first debuted 50 years ago. This special…
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Did You Ever Wonder About Disney’s Trackless Rides?
Have you ever wondered how rides work without tracks in the Disney Parks? Thanks to the newest of Imagineer That!, this question is explored. Follow Tom Morrow 2.0 as he sees how trackless attractions like Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway work and make for magical experiencesin the Disney Parks. How does Walt Disney Imagineering control…
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Disney Shares Thoughts and Process Behind Timeline Expansion of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
The timeline at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is being expanded. With this timeline expansion, fans will be able to experience characters and stories from three eras of Star Wars. This includes the eras of the Galactic Civil War, the New Republic, and the Age of the Resistance. There will also be the introduction of…
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VIDEO: Inside Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway: Behind‑the‑Scenes Secrets from Imagineers Who Built It
Walt Disney Imagineering has released another video that gives a look at how things work. This time, the behind-the-scenes look was for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. The video is a part of the WED Rides. In these videos and the WED Walks, Disney gives a behind-the-scenes look at Disney attractions and experiences with the…
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Disney Shares Closer Look at Buddy Ahead of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Reopening
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is currently getting refurbished and upgraded. The upgrades include a new show scene, updated ride vehicles, and gameplay enhancements. They also include a new support bot named Buddy. Buddy makes sure departing Space Rangers are fully prepared for their mission, enthusiastically providing encouragement, final…
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New ‘Imagineer That!’ Answers The Age Old Question: How Do You Make Fun Smells Like Gingerbread?
A new Imagineer That! has arrived, just in time for Christmas. In this newest episode, Tom Morrow 2.0 explores the answer to the question: How Do You Make Fun Smells Like Gingerbread? Kaley from Disney Live Entertainment helps answer this question that seems even more relevant this time of year. After all, as one experiences…
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Beloved Former Imagineer Eddie Sotto Passes Away
Former Walt Disney Imagineer Eddie Sotta has passed away. Sotto was only 67. Born on March 14, 1958, he was an American experiential designer, mixed-media producer, and conceptualist. Disney fans know him for his work at Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disneyland, and the continuation of the legacy of Walt Disney Imagineer through his interviews, appearances on…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Concept Art for Carousel of Progress Holiday Scene Ahead of Update
At Destination D23 earlier this year, it was announced that the Carousel of Progress would be getting updated. The main focus of this announcement was that Walt Disney would be added to the attraction in Audio-Animatronic form in the Magic Kingdom attraction. The announcement brought the attraction to the forefront of conversation among Disney fans.…
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Robotic ‘Olaf’ From Disney’s ‘Frozen’ Heading to Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland
A new robotic Olaf from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ hit franchise Frozen will soon delight guests at Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland. This comes as Hong Kong Disneyland has already opened its World of Frozen, and Disneyland Paris will be opening a World of Frozen in 2026. In the newest episode of We Call…
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Disney Uses Creative Powers for Good in Helping Altadena Recover From Wildfires
The Walt Disney Company has committed to supporting Altadena with $15 million after the horrific wildfires that devastated many areas in Los Angeles earlier this year. $5 million of these proceeds is being directed to support the reopening of Altadena’s Charles White Park, which was destroyed in the January blaze. This will feature a new…
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New Episode of ‘Imagineer That!’ Explores Why Roller Coasters Feel Faster in the Dark
In August, Tom Morrow 2.0 returned to explore different facets of Walt Disney Imagineering in Imagineer That! This series is released by Imagineering on its YouTube channel. Today, a new episode was released where Tom explores the answer to the question: Why do roller coasters feel faster in the dark? Check out this episode below!…
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How Do Disney Imagineers Make Things Look Old and Creepy? Find Out on ‘Imagineer That!’
A new episode of Imagineer That! answers the question: How do Disney Imagineers make things look old and creepy? In this episode, as with all episodes, Tom Morrow 2.0 uses his insider access to Walt Disney Imagineering to answer a Halloween-themed question. Take a look below as Tom Morrow 2.0 talks with Associate Set Designer…
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Disney Shares About Bringing ‘Soarin’ Across America’ to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts
As part of its celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, Disney has announced that it will be bringing a new version of Soarin’ to Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. This will take fliers on a journey across the United States of America where they will get to see…
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A Brief History of Disney Audio-Animatronics
There has been a lot of news recently surrounding Audio-Animatronics from The Walt Disney Company. Earlier this year, as a part of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, a new Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic debuted at Disneyland as a part of Walt Disney – A Magical Life. Walt Disney World Resort is also getting a Walt Disney…
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EPCOT’s Frozen Ever After Getting Updated Audio-Animatronics
Guests who are experiencing Frozen Ever After get to experience the story of Frozen when they cruise through this Norway Pavilion attraction at EPCOT. For almost a decade, they have been getting to see Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Sven, and even snowgies come to life in Audio-Animatronic form in this popular attraction. Soon, guests will get…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Gives Behind-the-Scenes Look at Disney Cruise Line Entertainment Rehearsal Facility
Walt Disney Imagineering continues to pull back the curtains of its historically secretive operations. While many (most) of the secrets remain intact, Disney fans are still getting a look at some of the ways that Imagineering makes magic come to life. In a new video that was posted on YouTube, Imagineering showed off the Disney…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Releases Video on How to Sketch, Ink, and Watercolor Paint a Pirate
Walt Disney Imagineering has added another video to its YouTube channel. This video shows how to sketch, ink, and watercolor paint a pirate in the style of Marc Davis’ beautiful concept art for Pirates of the Caribbean. Imagineer Todd is in this video and provides the demonstration. Todd is a Concept Design artist at Walt…