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London Home of ‘Mary Poppins’ Author, P. L. Travers, For Sale
Image: Russell Simpson The former home of P. L. Travers, writer of the children’s classic Mary Poppins novels, is up for sale in London. Although this is not the home in which P. L. Travers wrote the original Mary Poppins; that home is at 50 Smith Street in Chelsea. The Travers home that is currently on the … London Home of ‘Mary Poppins’ Author, P. L. Travers, For Sale
D23 to Host a Conversation and Panel Presentation with Disney Legend Don Iwerks December 11th
D23 and Walt Disney Imagineering will present a special livestream event on Wednesday, December 11th as they host a conversation with Disney Legend Don Iwerks. Don will share stories and experiences as detailed in his newly released book Walt Disney’s Ultimate Inventor: The Genius of Ub Iwerks. He will give sneak peeks into the new methods of … D23 to Host a Conversation and Panel Presentation with Disney Legend Don Iwerks December 11th
Go Around The Globe and Meet the Cast Members in Disney Edition’s New Book ‘One Day at Disney’
On February 21, 2019, camera crews dispersed virtually all across The Walt Disney Company on a secret project. No one knew anything about it until August 1, when Disney added a cryptic event to its D23 Expo schedule: “Secret Walt Disney Company Project.” After making Disney fans crazy with theories and speculation, on August 22, … Go Around The Globe and Meet the Cast Members in Disney Edition’s New Book ‘One Day at Disney’
Recapping the 10th Anniversary Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend
*DIS Contributors review meals, resort stays, and entertainment that they have paid for during their own vacations. They only utilize discounts and offers if they are available to the general public, such as annual passholder discounts, Tables in Wonderland, or DVC membership discounts. They receive no additional compensation for dining experiences or events, so that … Recapping the 10th Anniversary Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend
Rare Collection of Disneyland and Walt Disney World Memorabilia to be Auctioned Off December 7-8
The Van Eaton Art Galleries in Sherman Oaks, California, known as the go-to auction house for Disney memorabilia, is once again auctioning off some incredibly rare items from the Disney parks. The Disneyland memorabilia auction will take place on December 7, 2019, and the Walt Disney World auction will occur on December 8, 2019. The entire … Rare Collection of Disneyland and Walt Disney World Memorabilia to be Auctioned Off December 7-8
Jeff Kurtti Explores the World of the Costume Designer in ‘The Art of Disney Costuming: Heroes, Villains, and Spaces Between’
“Fashion is instant language” – – Miuccia Prada Whatever form of entertainment someone experiences – film, television, theme parks, etc., people are usually interested in hearing about the actors, directors, singers or creators (in the case of theme parks, etc). In many instances, other professions, like costumers, are overlooked. “Our job is often confused with … Jeff Kurtti Explores the World of the Costume Designer in ‘The Art of Disney Costuming: Heroes, Villains, and Spaces Between’
How the “Connecting With Walt” Podcast Connected With Us
Full disclosure – yes, we’re addicted to the DIS Unplugged, especially the Connecting with Walt podcasts. Craig Williams and Michael Bowling (and his partner in research, Carol Bowling) are masters at research and storytelling. They have captivated the attention of our family, and we thoroughly enjoy listening to each show. This article is dedicated to … How the “Connecting With Walt” Podcast Connected With Us
Review: Bob Iger’s The Ride of A Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Co.
The first sentence of the first chapter of Bob Iger’s new book The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company says, “This book is not a memoir, but it’s impossible to talk about the traits that have served me well over the course of my professional … Review: Bob Iger’s The Ride of A Lifetime: Lessons Learned From 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Co.
The History of the First Walt Disney World Mountain: Space Mountain
Walter Elias Disney always wanted to entertain people. He was a huge proponent of advancement, and helped create some incredible technological advances as far as animation goes. He helped create the first ever full-length animated feature film, for example! He was always looking at ways to innovate. His creation of Disneyland is the perfect illustration of … The History of the First Walt Disney World Mountain: Space Mountain
Marty Sklar Shares Some Final Stories in “Travels With Figment”
“Everything about Marty was legendary – his achievements, his spirit, his career. He embodied the very best of Disney, from his bold originality to his joyful optimism and relentless drive for excellence. He was also a powerful connection to Walt himself. No one was more passionate about Disney than Marty and we’ll miss his enthusiasm, … Marty Sklar Shares Some Final Stories in “Travels With Figment”
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