Walt Disney World’s futuristic Epcot theme park began less as an entertainment location and more as a utopian society. The Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, as originally dreamt up by Walt Disney himself, transformed into a World’s Fair-inspired park with an emphasis on science, technology, and the arts by the time it opened in 1982.
Nighttime Spectaculars Fill the Skies at Walt Disney World
CENTER STAGE: The skies above Walt Disney World come alive at night with darting lasers, dancing spotlights and spectacular fireworks in live entertainment spectacles that leave guests breathless. With amazing projections on Cinderella Castle and fireworks exploding in the skies above it, Happily Ever After is a dazzler showcasing current and classic Disney stories. It’s accompanied by “Once Upon a Time,” a nighttime show using projection-mapping technology to dramatically fill every nook and cranny of Cinderella Castle with Disney magic.
Epcot guests stand in wonderment as IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth unfolds before them, bursting forth above World Showcase Lagoon in homage to the nations of the world, with a memorable soundtrack and brilliant effects. Now, more than ever, is the time to say farewell to IllumiNations, as it is scheduled to complete its nearly 20-year run in the second half of 2019.
Spellbound guests of Disney’s Hollywood Studios see the forces of good and evil battle it out in Fantasmic!, an amazing spectacle of pyrotechnics, laser lights, characters, music, decorative floats and dancing water taking audiences through the imagination of Mickey Mouse.
ALSO STARRING:
- Guests relive memorable Star Wars moments projected onto the Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular, featuring the music, magic and characters of the film series accompanied by sensational fireworks, lasers, fog effects and more.
- Tree of Life Awakenings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom leave guests gazing in wonderment as animal images emerge nightly from within the mystical tree – anything from flickering fireflies to a leaping doe to love blossoming among hummingbirds.
6 Things I Learned Bringing A Child To Walt Disney World For The First Time
There are few people in the world who don’t enjoy a good theme park. Whether you like the rides, parades, fireworks or just eating loads of food that is terrible for you, but tastes amazing, there’s something there for everybody. I say this as somebody who first visited Disneyland when he was 10, but didn’t truly fall in love with the place until I went back when I was an adult.
Remembering Walt Disney Archives founder Dave Smith
Walt Disney Archives founder Dave Smith passed away in Burbank, California, on February 15, 2019. He was 78. Dave dedicated his four-decade career at The Walt Disney Company to preserving Disney’s precious treasures from film, television, theme parks, and beyond. Named a Disney Legend in 2007, Dave was beloved by fans around the world for his wide knowledge of the Company’s rich history, which he shared in books and through his popular magazine column “Ask Dave.”
Star Wars IX’: The Last Skywalker Film Wraps Principal Photography
It feels impossible, but today wrapped photography on Episode IX. There is no adequate way to thank this truly magical crew and cast. I’m forever indebted to you all.
Disney World’s Now Got Sleeping Beauty Cupcakes And They Are SO Cute
Roses are red, violets are blue, Disney World’s new Sleeping Beautycupcakes are pink and blue…and they are extremely cute.
…I’m so sorry, but that was the only fitting way to alert you to the existence of the All Star Music Resort’s newest Cupcake of the Month—an Aurora-inspired frosted masterpiece.
CAPTAIN MARVEL LANDS ON THE NEW COVER OF DISNEY TWENTY-THREE
This March, Marvel Studios’ epic new adventure Captain Marvel flies into theaters, and Disney twenty-three was on set during production. The new movie explores the origin story of Carol Danvers, who just might be the most powerful Super Hero ever. Stars Brie Larson and Samuel L. Jackson talk about making this groundbreaking film, as well as how they have become good friends—Jackson loves to show off the impressive iPhone video Larson sent him of the grueling training she endured to transform into the courageous character. Plus, every copy of Disney twenty-three, which is delivered to Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, will include an exclusive poster highlighting 10 amazing characters moviegoers will meet when the film opens in March.
Step Into the Internet with Ralph and Vanellope at Epcot
Ralph and Vanellope from Disney’s animated adventure “Ralph Breaks the Internet” have been meeting their fans at Disney Parks since last fall, when their movie debuted in theaters. Starting this week, you can find these best friends in an all-new location at Epcot®.
The staff of the Imagination Institute is now conducting a new experiment, creating a portal into other dimensions. That portal has opened a window on the internet for Ralph and Vanellope to step through, right into the ImageWorks area of the Imagination! pavilion, where Guests can meet with them every day.
The hit film “Ralph Breaks the Internet” is now available on Digital and comes to Blu-ray on Feb. 26, 2019. Available for the first time on 4K Ultra HD!
