Gold Member: $25 (+$3 Processing Fee) per ticket.
Tickets go on sale on Friday, March 27, 2026, 10 a.m./1 p.m. (PT / ET) in the link provided.
D23 invites you to the grand opening of the Walt Disney Archives’ latest exhibition, Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action at Muzeo! Take a peek through the looking glass at a collection of rare photographs of live performers and their animated counterparts as well as costume pieces, works of art, and interactives.
VIP Tours will walk through the charming snapshots celebrating the actors’ performances and the tenacious work of the Disney animation staff with an archivist from the Walt Disney Archives.
D23 Members not holding a VIP Tour ticket are welcome to join the magic at the public reception beginning at 4 p.m. in the Muzeo Courtyard, concluding at 6 p.m. No ticket is required for admission to the public reception. Capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
3 p.m. VIP Tour Itinerary:
- 2:45 p.m. – Check-in opens
- 3 p.m. - Guided tour of Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference with the Walt Disney Archives
- 4 p.m.-6 p.m. – Public reception
- VIP Tour includes Event Credential
3:30 p.m. VIP Tour Itinerary:
- 3:15 p.m. – Check-in opens
- 3:30 p.m. - Guided tour of Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference with the Walt Disney Archives
- 4 p.m.-6 p.m. – Public reception
- VIP Tour includes Event Credential
Public Reception
- D23 Members not holding a VIP Tour ticket are welcome to join the public reception and opening of Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference beginning at 4 p.m. in the Muzeo Courtyard, concluding at 6 p.m. No ticket is required for admission to the public reception. Capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Click the complimentary RSVP link HERE.
DETAILS
ABOUT CAPTURING LIFE, CREATING CHARACTER: THE ART OF LIVE-ACTION REFERENCE
Capturing Life, Creating Character: The Art of Live-Action Reference takes a fascinating look at the pursuit of character animation through a collection of rarely seen photographs of live performers and their animated counterparts. These charming snapshots celebrate the actors’ performances and the tenacious work of the Disney animation staff in their tireless pursuit of filmmaking excellence. They are also a testament to Walt Disney, a man who elevated animation into an art form and who pushed to achieve greater levels of personality in his craft. The exhibition offers an in-depth look at how live-action reference models add depth, personality, and realism to Disney’s animated stories. Featuring rarely seen archival photos, materials, and interactives assembled by the Walt Disney Archives, the exhibition offers visitors an intimate window into the creative process behind some of the most beloved animated films in history.
ABOUT MUZEO MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER
Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center is Anaheim’s premier destination for art, culture, and history, and an innovative model for urban cultural centers. Located in the heart of downtown Anaheim, Muzeo is a 25,000-square-foot complex comprising the city’s historic Carnegie Library building and a state-of-the-art, versatile gallery space opened in 2007.
Rooted in a deep commitment to community engagement, Muzeo brings people together through a vibrant calendar of programs—from concerts, workshops, and family events to poetry readings, walking tours, and beyond. It is a place where Anaheim’s diverse heritage, culture, and creative life are explored, celebrated, and shared by all. For more information, visit www.muzeo.org.
Ticketing Terms and Conditions:
- D23 Gold Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and up to one (1) guest for this event.
- Each attendee, including the D23 Member and their guest, must possess a valid, individual event ticket to be admitted.
- Ticket quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- To reserve tickets, D23 Members must log in using their valid D23 Member account credentials and assign a legal first and last name for their guest’s ticket.
- Tickets are non-transferable and must be used by the individual(s) named at the time of purchase. D23 Members and their guests over the age of 18 may be required to show a valid government-issued ID matching the name on their ticket.
Age Requirements:
- All guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who must also possess a valid event ticket.
Entry Requirements:
- All D23 Members must present a valid D23 Membership card (physical or digital via the D23 App) along with a valid event ticket at check-in.
- D23 Members and their guests over the age of 18 may be required to show a valid government-issued ID matching the name on their ticket.
- Failure to present a valid membership card, a corresponding ticket, and a valid government-issued ID matching the name on their ticket may result in denial of admission without refund or further obligation by D23.
Event Conduct and Restrictions:
- Unauthorized video or audio recording of any kind during the presentation and/or screening is strictly prohibited.
- D23 reserves the right to deny admission or remove any individual who fails to comply with event rules, disrupts the event, or violates the terms and conditions of participation.
- To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, all D23 Members and guests attending this D23 event are expected to adhere to the stated Disney rules (as applicable, and, including without limitation, with respect to Guest Courtesy Policies) found here.
Any ticketed Members or their guests who do not personally attend the event, forfeit their place, as well as all experiences, benefits, and gifts associated with the event. D23 Members must be present or guests will not gain admittance to the event.
All D23 events are subject to change without notice. All ticket sales are final. There are strictly no cancellations or refunds regardless of reason (including, without limitation, due to illness, change in travel plans, etc.) and tickets are not transferable.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: Permission to Film/Photograph/Record:
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., and its parent, affiliated, and subsidiary companies (collectively, “Disney”), and its vendors, contractors, agents and/or assigns (collectively with Disney, “Producer”), may be taking photos, filming and/or making other recordings at this location during the event you will be attending. By entering the premises for the event, for yourself and on behalf of any children accompanying you, you: (i) irrevocably consent to and authorize Producer to photograph you, make audio and/or video recordings of you in whatever medium, and use such photographs and recordings for all purposes (including advertising and promotions) in all media, now known or hereafter devised, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any language without notice, attribution, permission or payment; and (ii) acknowledge all such photographs and/or recordings will be the sole property of Disney.