D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans today unveiled a host of special events that have been designed especially for its growing worldwide membership base.
Among the exiting offerings for 2010 are exclusive D23 one-year anniversary parties at the Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort, free “50 and Fabulous” film screenings at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, and a special 40th anniversary celebration event to honor the Walt Disney Archives.
“In our first year, D23 created some truly memorable event opportunities for our members, and this year we plan to outdo ourselves with a mix of all-new events and encores of fan favorites,” said Steven Clark, head of D23. “D23 Members are going to have more opportunities than ever to be part of the Disney magic through the events we have planned in 2010, and we hope they’ll be as excited as we are to experience them alongside their fellow members.”
D23 Members will receive notification of special events and reservation times via e-mail, and all events are offered on a space-available basis. More details on events, and on becoming a D23 Member, can be found at www.disney.com/D23.
SAVE THE DATE! D23’s special-event lineup includes:
January 22, 2010: A Practically Perfect Night of Surprises with D23 and Mary Poppins
D23 Members will attend a performance of the critically acclaimed Mary Poppins at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles – plus an exclusive post-show experience with the Mary Poppins cast… and a top-secret surprise guest. (Hint: It’s an actor from the classic 1964 film.) D23 Members will receive 20 percent off select tickets for the January 22 performance (in various seating locations and price ranges). Visit the D23 website at www.disney.com/D23 for ticket information and availability.
February 13, April 10, August 14 and November 13, 2010: D23 Day at The Walt Disney Studios and Archives
D23 Members will get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary Walt Disney Studios lot in Burbank and at the Walt Disney Archives on a two-hour tour hosted by D23 and Archives staff members. Three tours will be held on each date, and each tour can accommodate 50 people. In D23’s Charter Year, these special tours sold out almost immediately. Tickets for the February 13 and April 10 tours will be available at 10 a.m. Pacific time Thursday, January 26, and are $50 per person.
March 5, 2010: D23’s First-Anniversary Party at the Walt Disney World® Resort
Hundreds of D23 Members are expected to gather from around the country – and around the world – for a once-in-a-lifetime night of magic and memories. The evening’s festivities include a private dinner inside the Magic Kingdom’s Diamond Horseshoe Saloon, followed by an exclusive D23 viewing of Mickey’s PhilharMagic. Afterward, guests will hear insider details about the upcoming Fantasyland expansion from Walt Disney Imagineering. The celebration will also feature a sumptuous dessert party, a special commemorative pin for everyone attending, and a host of surprises. More details, including reservation availability and pricing, will be announced shortly on D23’s website at www.disney.com/D23.
March 10, 2010: D23’s First-Anniversary Party at the Disneyland® Resort
D23 will hold its one and only West Coast anniversary celebration in the most magical land at the Happiest Place on Earth: Fantasyland. D23 Members will take over all of Fantasyland for one amazing night filled with classic attractions, familiar characters (as well as a few you may not have seen in a while!), and a chance to see rare pieces of Disneyland history up close. Plus, D23 Members and their guests will enjoy an array of delicious Disney-inspired desserts, a special commemorative pin for everyone attending, and other surprises. Additional information, including reservation availability and pricing, will be announced shortly at www.disney.com/D23.
March 27, 2010: “50 and Fabulous” Screening of Toby Tyler
At last year’s D23 Expo, Disney fans had a chance to see Disney masterpieces that were celebrating their Golden Anniversaries… a new D23 tradition that continues in 2010, this time in the recently renovated, state-of-the-art, 400-seat Studio Theater on the Walt Disney Studios lot in Burbank. Tickets to the “50 and Fabulous” screenings are free for D23 Members and their guests, and the series kicks off with a movie that hasn’t been seen on the big screen since its first release in 1960: Toby Tyler, or 10 Weeks with a Circus. D23’s screening of this lighthearted, live-action comedy will combine with special D23 surprises and the opportunity to enjoy a movie in this exclusive cinematic venue. Reservations may be made beginning at 10 a.m. Pacific time on Thursday, January 26. (A $5 processing fee for each ticket will apply.)
As with all live events, dates and times are subject to change.
Additional D23 special events are planned throughout 2010, including:
- May 8: “50 and Fabulous” screening of Pollyanna at the Walt Disney Studio Theatre;
- May 29-30: “Flowers and Fireworks” event at the Walt Disney World® Resort, adding all-new elements as D23 expands the festivities to two days;
- June 26: A special celebration at the Walt Disney Studios marking the 40th anniversary of the Walt Disney Archives;
- July 10: “50 and Fabulous” screening of Swiss Family Robinson at the Walt Disney Studio Theatre;
- October 15-16: “Sip & Stroll” at the immensely popular Epcot International Food and Wine Festival;
- October 23: “50 and Fabulous” screening of The Sign of Zorro at the Walt Disney Studio Theatre
- December 11-12: “Magic and Merriment” weekend at the Walt Disney World Resort;
D23 is also in the planning stages for even more exciting 2010 events, details of which will be revealed in the coming months.
For more details on becoming a member of D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans, or renewing existing memberships, visit www.disney.com/D23.
2009 Events:
The following are a list of events that were scheduled for D23 members in 2009 in Los Angeles, Anaheim, Orlando, Chicago, Las Vegas, New York City, San Francisco and Burbank. Visit http://www.D23.disney.go.com for more details.
D23 ‘UP’ All Night – May 28 – Los Angeles
Details: Beginning at 7 pm, there will be a pin trading event for D23 members only at the Disney Soda Fountain and Studio Store (located next to the El Capitan theater) where eight new limited edition pins exclusive to the store will be released. Space is limited.
Then at 10 pm, enter the El Capitan theater and enjoy complimentary popcorn and soda as you’re treated to Disney music played on the theater’s Mighty Wurlitzer. Enjoy special guest appearances and more. Showing of the main feature and it’s accompanying short, Partly Cloudy, begins at 11 pm.
Cost: Free
D23 Flowers and Fireworks Celebration at Epcot – May 31 – Walt Disney World
Details: Beginning at 7:15 pm, enjoy reserved seating at the American Gardens Theatre and be entertained by Tony Orlando as the final performance of the Flower Power Concert Series. Then be treated to desserts, coffee and viewing of Illuminations in a private viewing area.
D23 members may sign up for themselves and one guest. Details for event sign up to be announced.
Cost: Free (theme park admission required)
D23’s Supercalifragilistic Night on Broadway – June 24 – New York City
Details: See Disney Theatrical’s Mary Poppins in classic D23 style. Members may purchase tickets at the regular box office price and receive: a premium seating location, a special ‘behind-the-scenes’ experience following the show, a coupon for 20% off merchandise and a complimentary 2-disc Mary Poppins 45th Anniversary Special Edition DVD.
Cost: $121.50 per ticket (plus applicable fees)
D23’s Breeze into the Windy City – June 24 – Chicago
Details: See Disney Theatrical’s Mary Poppins in classic D23 style. Members may purchase tickets at the regular box office price and receive: a premium seating location, a complimentary souvenir program, a special ‘behind-the-scenes’ experience following the show, a coupon for 20% off merchandise and a complimentary 2-disc Mary Poppins 45th Anniversary Special Edition DVD.
Cost: $133.00 per ticket
D23’s Roar Into Vegas – June 27 – Las Vegas
Details: See Disney Theatrical’s The Lion King at Mandalay Bay in classic D23 style. Members may purchase tickets at the regular box office price and receive: a premium seating location, a special ‘behind-the-scenes’ experience following the show and complimentary admission to the Founder’s Room at House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay.
Cost: $113.50 per ticket
D23 Day(s) at the Walt Disney Studios and Archives – June 27 & August 15 – Burbank, CA
Details: Enjoy a 2 hour tour of the Walt Disney Studios and Archives led by D23 and Archives cast members.
Members may reserve tickets for themselves and 1 guest.
Cost: Free
D23’s Disneyland, USA – July 17 – Anaheim, CA
Details: Beginning at 6 pm, celebrate Disneyland’s birthday with a backstage screening of the ‘People and Places’ featurette Disneyland, U.S.A along with a panel discussion including Imagineer Tony Baxter, Archivist Dave Smith and Studio Archivist Ed Hobelman.
Members will be able to reserve a ticket for themselves and one guest.
Cost: Free
D23’s Walt Disney Family Museum Preview – September 26 & 27 – San Francisco
Details: Visit the Disney family museum before it opens to the public in October with your host, museum executive director, Richard Benefield.
Members will be able to reserve a ticket for themselves and one guest.
Date: September 26 and September 27
Location: The Walt Disney Family Museum, 104 Montgomery Street, The Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco, California
Tickets: Tickets for D23 Members will be available online at The Walt Disney Family Museum Web site beginning August 1.
Cost: FREE!
D23’s Expo Comes to Southern California September 10-13, 2009 – Anaheim, CA
The ultimate Disney fan experience will connect guests with The Walt Disney Company in exciting new ways, from September 10-13, 2009 at the Anaheim Convention Center just across the street from Disneyland! Guests will enjoy exhibits, screenings, presentations and interactive experiences from every part of The Walt Disney Company. Click here to access the D23 Expo microsite, where you can find the latest information about the ultimate Disney fan experience! Highlights of the D23 Expo will include:
Keynote speakers: Some of The Walt Disney Company’s most dynamic executives will be on hand to break news, including Disney President and CEO Bob Iger, Walt Disney Studios Chairman Dick Cook, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo and John Lasseter, chief creative director, Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios!
World Premiere Screenings: Get an early look at some of the Company’s latest projects.
Performances, Celebrities and a Fashion Show: Musical performances from chart-topping Disney talent will put some bounce in your step! Meanwhile, talent from Walt Disney Pictures films, ABC, Disney Channel, ESPN and more will be on hand for meet-and-greets. Need a little more fun? Disney Couture will debut its new line at a fabulous fashion show.
50 and Fabulous Film Festival: Check out three classic Disney films that all turn 50 this year, including Darby O’Gill and the Little People, The Shaggy Dog and Sleeping Beauty.
Readings, Signing, and Q&As: Check out surprising gallery events, author appearances and signings and even a beautiful Disney Home to walk through.
Film and TV Sneak Peeks: Check out exclusive clips from the latest films from Walt Disney Studios and watch some of ABC’s new fall offerings.
Eye-Popping Exhibits: The incredible experiences, exhibits and presentations at the Expo are another way D23 will connect fans to the timeless stories, characters and amazing worlds that we create here at Disney. Guests entering the main showroom floor of the recently renovated Convention Center will discover exciting pavilions from every part of The Walt Disney Company. Each will offer unique immersive experiences the whole family can enjoy. Parks and Resorts, Walt Disney Records, Disney Consumer Products, ABC, ESPN and Walt Disney Imagineering — to name a few — will all be featured. There will be surprising gallery events, author appearances and signings and even a beautiful Disney Home to walk through. Radio Disney will rock the Expo every day, and you can expect favorite Disney talent to make appearances throughout the event. (We hear there may even be a wedding!)
Disney Dream Store: From pins and mouse ears to DVDs and music, there will be must haves for everyone at the largest Disney shopping experience ever created. Even more special, there will be limited edition collectibles on sale exclusively for D23 members.
Fan Forum: Disney’s biggest fans are invited to participate in all the action. There will be an entire convention hall for everyone to show off their collections and sell their Disney treasures.
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