Tag: Walt Disney Imagineering
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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…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Executive Creative Director Beth Clapperton Named a TEA Master
Beth Clapperton, Executive Creative Director at Walt Disney Imagineering, has been working on creating new magical experiences for guests at Disneyland Paris for over three decades. On October 21, 2025, during the TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) SATE North America event, she will be named a TEA Master. This honor celebrates professionals in the entertainment industry,…
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The Magic of Imagineering – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #781
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the Geeks spend some time geeking out about the magic of Imagineering. This comes after a recent trip to Walt Disney World, where Mr. Daps experienced The Beak and Barrel at Magic Kingdom. They also discuss Imagineer That!, Test Track 3.0, the Walt Disney Archives exhibit at Destination D23,…
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The Making of Mountains Explored in Newest Episode of ‘Imagineer That!’
Have you ever wondered how Walt Disney Imagineers bring Disney mountains to life? In the newest episode of Imagineer That!, Tom Morrow 2.0 explores the answer to this question. He does this with the help of Tammy Tosounian, Rockwork Design & Engineering Manager, Walt Disney Imagineering. Tammy takes Tom Morrow 2.0 through the process of…
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Disney Castle in Abu Dhabi to Incorporate Water Into Design
Since being announced earlier this year, the new Disney theme park that is being built in Abu Dhabi has had Disney fans speculating about what will be coming to this park. Specifics have been few and far between. However, in the newest episode of We Call It Imagineering, a few details were learned about this…
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It’s All About Disney Castles in New ‘We Call It Imagineering’
There are few things more iconic in the world of Disney than a castle. Since the day Disneyland opened in 1955, a castle has been an iconic part of the Disney parks experience. Since then, the castles have been a part of the “castle parks.” This includes Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom and Tokyo Disneyland,…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Releases Trailer for Episode 5 of ‘We Call It Imagineering’
We Call It Imagineering is a new series that is now available on the Walt Disney Imagineering YouTube channel. This series takes a look at the various things that Walt Disney Imagineering does and answers some questions about this traditionally (but not so much anymore) secretive wing of Disney. Already, four episodes have been released…
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Tom Morrow 2.0 Returns for More ‘Imagineer That!’
This week, fans of Imagineer That! will be happy to hear that they will once again be able to have questions about Walt Disney Imagineering answered by Tom Morrow 2.0. Tom Morrow 2.0 originally hosted the series on the Disney Channel from 1999 – 2001. In this modern day and age, the adorable little robot…
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Disney Shares Early Look at Mickey’s of Glendale Destination D23 Collections
Destination D23 is almost upon us! In just a little over a week, Disney fans will descend on Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for a weekend celebrating Disney magic, history, and more. Along with the lineup of panels, there will also be the opportunity to shop at the Mickey’s of Glendale at the event. Fans will…
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Disney’s 170,000th Wish Celebrated on 70th Birthday
Check out this story about Disney’s 170,000 wish for Maddie that was celebrated on Disneyland’s 70th birthday with Make-A-Wish.
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Disney Shares How it Brings Characters From Movies to the Parks
In an interview, Disney shares how characters make the transition from the big screen to the theme parks, including the Fantastic Four!
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Disney Shares Behind the Scenes Look at H.E.R.B.I.E. Who is Meeting with Guests at Disneyland
Learn all about H.E.R.B.I.E., the unique robot from the Fantastic Four, now delighting guests at Disneyland.
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New Episode of ‘We Call It Imagineering’ Gives First Look at ‘Disney Starlight’ Parade
In the newest episode of ‘We Call It Imagineering,’ The curtain is lifted on ‘Disney Starlight’ ahead of its debut on July 20th!
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New Episode of ‘We Call It Imagineering’ To Debut Tomorrow!
Get ready for a new episode of ‘We Call It Imagineering,’ featuring insights into entertainment and the upcoming Disney Starlight parade.
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Tiana’s Joyful Celebration Traveling Exhibition to Launch in 2026
Walt Disney Imagineering has announced that in collaboration with The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, a new traveling exhibition called Tiana’s Joyful Celebration will beginning to tour the USA in 2026. This new exhibition will extend Princess Tiana’s story in the form of a fully immersive museum experience. The exhibition will launch on March 7, 2026…
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Frozen Ever After Reaches New Milestone With Global Water at Disneyland Paris
Frozen Ever After reaches a milestone with water from around the globe now flowing through its attraction. Learn more here.
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Students Get Unique and Inspiring Visit to Disneyland Paris
Read about the Disneyland Paris student visit and how it showcased the inspiration and storytelling behind the iconic park.
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New Test Track Vehicles Revealed Ahead of Reimagined Attraction’s Reopening
Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a look at the reimagined vehicles for EPCOT’s Test Track ahead of the attraction’s reopening this summer. In a video shared on social media, Imagineers discuss the changes that have been made to the vehicles. This is done from a garage where one of the cars is being worked on.…
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Richard Irvine | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 5, 1910
On this day in 1910, Imagineer and Disney Legend Richard Irvine was born.
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Kyle Laughlin, SVP, Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development Talks About BDX Droids
BDX Droids have taken the world (or Galaxy?) by storm! Learn more about these adorable technological marvels ahead of their global tour!