Talent Central is the place to meet many of your favorite stars, luminaries, explorers, artists, animators and more from the worlds of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, National Geographic, and more, for all three days of D23 Expo!
Schedule
Friday
Meet the cast and creative team of Disney Channel’s Hamster & Gretel
Friday, Sep 9
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Meet Phineas and Ferb co-creator Dan Povenmire, along with the cast and creative team of his hilarious new Disney Channel animated series Hamster & Gretel. Additional participants include Joanna Hausman, Michael Cimino, Meli Povenmire, Carolina Ravassa, Brock Powell, Karina La Voz, and Thomas Sanders.
*This will be a socially distanced photo opportunity
Meet National Geographic's Cesar Millan
Friday, Sep 9
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Dog behaviorist Cesar Millan from Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet the creative team from The Simpsons!
Names to be announced
Friday, Sep 9
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Springfield’s best and brightest are returning to D23 Expo! Meet the creative team behind the longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, The Simpsons!
Meet Stacia Martin from Walt Disney Archives' Sounds Delightful! – An Illustrated Audio Adventure
Friday, Sep 9
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
In 2022, Disney artist and historian Stacia Martin celebrates her 44th year with The Walt Disney Company. Based in Anaheim, her many activities span the Disney divisions and include drawing, painting, writing, broadcasting, “audio archaeology,” and global travel. A life-long Disney enthusiast, she is particularly proud to have been named to the inaugural “classes” of both Walt Disney Legacy and Walt Disney Archives Angels award recipients.
Meet Disney artist Eric Tan
Friday, Sep 9
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Disney artist Eric Tan will be signing copies of the D23 Gold Member exclusive print or a D23 autograph card. D23 Gold Members: Pick up your print in advance at the D23 Ultimate Fan Lounge. The print will not be available at Talent Central.
Meet National Geographic's Alex Honnold & Jimmy Chin
Friday, Sep 9
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Renowned professional athletes, collaborators and friends from Edge of the Unknown and Free Solo, Jimmy Chin and Alex Honnold will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet actor Daniel Logan, Star Wars Saga's Young Boba Fett
Friday, Sep 9
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Meet Actor Daniel Logan, Young Boba Fett in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones and the Disney Original series The Book Of Boba Fett, as well as Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series and the voice of Boba Fett this 2022’s new hit multiplayer video game, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.
Meet Disney Legend Andreas Deja, Animator and Guest Curator of Walt Disney's The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece
Friday, Sep 9
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Disney Legend Andreas Deja will sign copies of an exclusive commemorative poster celebrating The Walt Disney Family Museum’s current exhibition, Walt Disney's The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece. Limit one poster per guest, while supplies last. Max. two signed items per guest. Posters are free available at this signing, or from The Walt Disney Family Museum booth on the show floor.
Meet the 2022 Global Disney Ambassador Team!
Friday, Sep 9
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Meet National Geographic's Superhero Women of STEM: Danni Washington, Dr. Serena McCalla, and Dr. Rae Wynn Grant
Friday, Sep 9
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Three powerhouse scientists, Danni Washington of an upcoming Disney+ project, Dr. Serena McCalla of Science Fair: The Series and National Explorer Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet Mouseketeers of Disney Channel’s The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989–1994)! Group 1, See Details
Friday, Sep 9
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Meet Mouseketeers of Disney Channel’s The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989–1994)! Group 2, See Details
Friday, Sep 9
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Meet Mouseketeers of Disney Channel’s The All New Mickey Mouse Club (1989–1994)! Group 2: Dee Dee Magno, Raquel "Roque" Herring, David Kater and Tony Lucca.
Meet artists Stacey Aoyama and Steve Thompson
Friday, Sep 9
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Illustrator, designer, and creator are just some of the hats Stacey Aoyama and Steve Thompson wear. Meet the faces behind this year's D23 Expo Snow White Collection, Hercules Collection, and more.
Meet artist Jess Fuchs
Friday, Sep 9
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Jess Fuchs has designed more than 100 Limited Edition dolls throughout her career, and she's not stopping yet! A Disney Designer for over a decade, Jess also assisted in the development of Brittney Lee's Anna and Elsa Frozen Artist Series dolls. Come meet her during this year's D23 Expo.
Meet Reimagine Tomorrow's Jeremy Passion and Bardo
Friday, Sep 9
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Head over to Talent Central to meet Recital of Remixes artists Jeremy Passion and Bardo for a meet and greet and signing opportunity!
Saturday
Meet the cast and creative team from Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Saturday, Sep 10
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Meet Cast Members From Big Shot, names to be announced
Saturday, Sep 10
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Meet Disney Ambassador Alumni, Connie Swanson Lane, and Debby Dane Browne
Saturday, Sep 10
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Want to know what it was like to work with Walt Disney or open Walt Disney World? Join us for this historic signing with our Disney Ambassadors.
Meet cast members from Raven's Home
Saturday, Sep 10
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Meet Disney on Broadway Star Michael James Scott aka (The Genie from Aladdin on Broadway)
Saturday, Sep 10
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Meet artists Ann Shen, Courtney Quinn, and Brittney Lee
Saturday, Sep 10
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Meet the Women in Disney Fashion Panelists and designers: Courtney Quinn (Color Me Courtney), Ann Shen, and Brittney Lee! From a Princess Tiana themed collection to Aristocat's home decor and stunning Anna and Elsa Limited Edition dolls, the powerhouse trio are a can't miss at this year's Expo.
Meet cast members from Under Wraps 2
Saturday, Sep 10
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Meet Artist Eric Robison—Renowned Disney Artist and Former Imagineer
Saturday, Sep 10
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
Meet cast members from The Mysterious Benedict Society
Saturday, Sep 10
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Meet Disney artist Eric Tan
Saturday, Sep 10
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Disney artist Eric Tan will be signing copies of the D23 Gold Member exclusive print or a D23 autograph card. D23 Gold Members: Pick up your print in advance at the D23 Ultimate Fan Lounge. The print will not be available at Talent Central.
Meet Tamron Hall, Host of the Tamron Hall Show
Saturday, Sep 10
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Don’t miss your chance to get your picture taken with two-time Emmy winner Tamron Hall at Talent Central. As host of her own talk show, now in its fourth season, Tamron Hall features fascinating people, celebrities, musicians, actors, artists, and now you, too! Be a part of the Tam Fam and meet Tamron!
Meet National Geographic's Dr. Pol, Diane Pol, and Dr. Vernard Hodges
Saturday, Sep 10
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Nat Geo WILD Vet sensations, Dr. Jan Pol and Diane Pol from The Incredible Dr. Pol and Dr. Vernard Hodges from Critter Fixers: Country Vets will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet Disney's Animal Kingdom's Dr. Geoff Pye, Dr. Jennifer Flowers, keeper Rain Westgard
Saturday, Sep 10
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s own Animals, Science and Environment team members from Disney+’s Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Dr. Geoff Pyle, Dr. Jennifer Flower and Rain Westgard will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet Bruce Reitherman Filmmaker, and voice of Mowgli from The Jungle Book (1967) and Darleen Carr Actress, singer, and voice of The Girl from The Jungle Book (1967)
Saturday, Sep 10
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Voice actors Bruce Reitherman and Darleen Carr—Mowgli and The Girl in The Jungle Book (1967), respectively—will sign copies of an exclusive commemorative poster celebrating The Walt Disney Family Museum’s current exhibition, Walt Disney's The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece. Limit one poster per guest, while supplies last. Max. two signed items per guest. Posters are free and available at this signing, or from The Walt Disney Family Museum booth on the show floor.
Meet artists Fenway Fan, Jerrod Maruyama, and Joey Chou
Saturday, Sep 10
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Three Wonderground arists unite in a one-of-a-kind signing experience, representing three of our global Disney Parks in their artwork: Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disneyland, and Tokyo Disneyland! Meet them right after their "It's a Small Disney World: Celebrating the Art of Disney Parks" panel.
Meet artists Ashley Taylor, and Kevin & Jody
Saturday, Sep 10
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
From Fantasmic!, to Country Bear Jamboree, the Disney Wish, and beyond, these three artists have quite the extensive Disney history. Join Ashley Taylor, alongside Kevin & Jody as they sign autographs and chat through their favorite Disney memories.
Meet artist Shag
Saturday, Sep 10
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Shag's remarkable work has been recognized in North America, Europe, Japan, Australia, and South America, and he's here at this year's D23 Expo to meet YOU! Meet him after his "It's a Small Disney World: Celebrating the Art of Disney Parks" panel.
Meet Marvel Comic's C.B. Cebulski, Nick Lowe, Zeb Wells, and Humberto Ramos
Saturday, Sep 10
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Swing by Talent Central to meet Marvel’s Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski, Executive Spider-Editor Nick Lowe, Amazing Spider-Man writer Zeb Wells, and Amazing Spider-Man and Strange Academy artist Humberto Ramos for a signing opportunity!
Meet Artist Eric Robison — Renowned Disney Artist and Former Imagineer
Saturday, Sep 10
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Meet Artist Eric Robison — Renowned Disney Artist and Former Imagineer
Saturday, Sep 10
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Head over to Talent Central to meet Recital of Remixes artists Brittney Mendoza and Danni Cassette for a meet and greet and signing opportunity!
Sunday
Meet Artist Eric Robison—Renowned Disney Artist and Former Imagineer
Sunday, Sep 11
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Artists Jason Peltz, Jes Willis, Maria Stucky
Sunday, Sep 11
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
It's no secret—everyone loves Disney trading pins! Meet three of the faces behind the world's most beloved collectibles inspired by Disney films, shows, and experiences.
Meet cast members from BUNK'D
Sunday, Sep 11
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Meet Jackie Cox from 'This Is Me' Pride Celebration Spectacular
Sunday, Sep 11
11:15 AM - 12:15 AM
Meet artist Joe Ledbetter
Sunday, Sep 11
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Joe Ledbetter is known for his distinct painting style and vinyl toy design. Universal and unmistakable, Ledbetter interprets Disney's classic characters, Mickey and Friends, in his artwork and has brought to life vinyls for this year's D23 Expo.
Meet film historians and Disney fans Leonard Maltin and Jessie Maltin
Sunday, Sep 11
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Meet cast members from Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion
Sunday, Sep 11
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Meet Disney artist Eric Tan
Sunday, Sep 11
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Meet Disney Legend Floyd Norman, Animator and Story Artist
Sunday, Sep 11
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Meet the Cast and Creative Team From The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder
Sunday, Sep 11
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Meet Artist Eric Robison—Renowned Disney Artist and Former Imagineer
Sunday, Sep 11
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Meet Recital of Remixes Artist Alan Eugene Price
Sunday, Sep 11
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Meet the cast and creative team from Walt Disney Archives' Back to the Grid: 40 Years of TRON Presented by Enterprise
Sunday, Sep 11
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
As the first motion picture to make extensive use of computer imagery, TRON (1982) was a groundbreaking film of the future with high-tech special effects, computer graphics, and imaginative filmmaking. Enter The Grid (and Talent Central) with the cast of TRON, Cindy Morgan (Lora/Yori), Bruce Boxleitner (Alan Bradley/TRON), producer Donald Kushner, associate producer and visual effects supervisor Harrison Ellenshaw, computer effects supervisor and visual effects supervisor Richard Taylor, effects technical supervisor John Scheele, and publicist Mike Bonifer.
Meet retired Imagineer Tania Norris
Designer of The Haunted Mansions wallpaper
Sunday, Sep 11
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Meet retired Imagineer Tania Norris, who worked on many areas of Disneyland, Walt’s airplanes, concepts for Walt Disney World, and projects for the Disney family. Her last major project was the Haunted Mansion, where she designed the now iconic purple wallpaper.
Meet National Geographic's Kristen Kish and Mariana van Zeller
Sunday, Sep 11
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
The next generation of National Geographic stars, Top Chef winner, Kristen Kish of Restaurants at the End of the World and award-winning journalist, Mariana van Zeller of Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet National Geographic's Jeff Jenkins, Dwayne Fields, and Bertie Gregory
Sunday, Sep 11
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
The next generation of National Geographic stars, travel blogger, Jeff Jenkins, adventurer and explorer, Dwayne Fields of The 7 Toughest Days on Earth, and National Geographic Explorer and wildlife filmmaker, Bertie Gregory of The Epic Adventures with Bertie Gregory will be available to meet with fans and capture a socially distant photo.
Meet Recital of Remixes artists OTNES and Gabby Samone
Sunday, Sep 11
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
Head over to Talent Central to meet Recital of Remixes artists, OTNES and Gabby Samone for a meet and greet and signing opportunity!
