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Journey through the magic and wonder of Disney costumes and storytelling! D23 and the Walt Disney Archives invite you for a special preview event featuring the Walt Disney Archives Exhibition of Heroes & Villains: The Art of The Disney Costume.
In addition to being among the first to view the exhibit at its newest location—the South Carolina State Museum in Columbia, South Carolina—attendees will also attend a special presentation by the Walt Disney Archives about the creation, curation and development of the exhibit, a Q&A with Disney archivists, an event-exclusive gift, commemorative credential, open bar, and a selection of hor d’oeuvres.
Please join us (costumes welcome!) as we debut this exhibit at its latest location!
ABOUT THE EXHIBIT (Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume)
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume immerses visitors in the textural storytelling and character development woven into Disney’s iconic costumes. The exhibition is organized into three Disney archetypes: heroes, villains, and the spaces between, dedicated to the complex and intriguing antiheroes of Disney storytelling.
The exhibition features a stunning collection of original costumes, including the Sanderson Sisters’ wicked wardrobe from Hocus Pocus 2 (2022), Mary Poppins’ delightful traveling dress from Mary Poppins Returns (2018), Belle’s ball gown from 2017’s Beauty and the Beast, the Evil Queen and Hook’s costumes from Once Upon a Time (TV, 2011-2018), and the dress worn by Bette Davis as Letha in Return from Witch Mountain (1978).
Through original items including ball gowns, sorcerers’ capes, a pirate’s jacket, and iconic glass slippers, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume celebrates the artistry of some of Hollywood’s preeminent designers. Included in the exhibition are costumes created by Academy Award® winners Colleen Atwood (Disney Legend), Sandy Powell, and Tony Walton, as well as Emmy® winner Ellen Mirojnick and Emmy nominees Eduardo Castro and Penny Rose.
DETAILS
Join us for an exclusive evening at the South Carolina State Museum in Columbia, SC, to celebrate Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume.
- Check-In: Begins at 4:00 p.m. at the museum.
- After-Hours Gallery Access: Enjoy the museum’s full collection of galleries from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Private Exhibit Preview: Beginning at 5:30 p.m., D23 Members will have a first look at Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume before it opens to the public.
- Private Presentation and Q&A: At 7:00 p.m., D23 Members will gather in the 4D Theatre for a special behind-the-scenes presentation by Walt Disney Archivists, followed by a Q&A session.
- Reception and Additional Perks: Following the presentation, the evening continues with a mix-in reception alongside the museum’s Friends of Finn premium members. Enjoy an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and access to the gift shop. The shop will feature a book signing opportunity with Walt Disney Archivists (book purchase required). The reception runs until 9:00 p.m.
*Subject to change.
D23 Member Ticket Includes:
- Early access to Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume exhibit before it opens to the general public.
- Admission to all other South Carolina State Museum galleries.
- Behind-the-scenes presentation by Walt Disney Archivists.
- Access to a D23 Member-only reception with light food offerings and an open bar.
- Gift shop with book signing opportunity (with purchase) by Walt Disney Archivists
- Commemorative Credential
- Commemorative Gift
NOTES
- D23 Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and up to three (3) guests.
- Each attendee must have a ticket in their possession for entry.
- There are a limited number of tickets available. D23 Members must log in by using their D23 Member account information when reserving tickets.
- All guests under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to attend this D23 event and will require an event ticket for admission.
- Children under 2 years of age receive complimentary admission.
- D23 Members who do not bring their membership card and tickets may not be admitted to the event.
- Guests who are age 21+ are required to present valid government issued photo IDs to consume alcoholic beverages.
- Ticketed Members and guests who do not 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.
- Video or audio recording of any kind will not be permitted during the presentation and screening.
Attendees in costume must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Costumes may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable, or violent.
- Guests may wear costume masks. However, costume masks must not obstruct vision and must be removable. Costume masks must be removed at security screening.
- Costumes should not drag on the ground.
- Costumes should not contain sharp objects, pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally strike another guest.
- Costumes should not contain any weapons that resemble, can be used as, or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costume swords must be anchored to your costume in such a way that they can’t be drawn. No firearms, projectiles, or arrows (simulated or otherwise) will be allowed.
- Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into the event unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards. The appropriateness of the guest costume will be determined by Disney in its sole discretion.
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. (“Disney”), and its affiliates, vendors, contractors, agents and/or assigns (together, “Producer”), may be taking photos, filming and/or making other recordings 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.