A New Hope and Rogue One Darth Vader comparison

Behind-The-Scenes of Rogue One: Capturing the Essence of A New Hope

By D23 Team Lucasfilm’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story blew up box offices around the world this past weekend, just like Luke Skywalker blew up a certain moon-sized battle station. But about that moon-sized battle station: Considering that nearly four decades have passed since Luke’s first Death Star encounter, how did Lucasfilm design the …

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Star Wars Celebration badge art

Amazing Art for Star Wars Celebration 2017—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Badge Art Goes Rogue at Star Wars Celebration—This April in Orlando! If you’ve ever been to a Star Wars Celebration, you know that badge art has become its own tradition—each event has had totally unique illustrations, with styles and approaches that vary in the coolest way possible. And next year’s Star Wars …

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Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade

Parading Through the Holidays at Disney Parks

By Courtney Potter The holiday season is in full, festive swing at Disney Parks and Resorts around the world… Mickey and Minnie appearing in their yuletide best; all manner of holiday-related treats tickling the taste buds of young and young-at-heart; and merrily memorable entertainment you can find only at this special time of year. Case …

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peek-a-boo candle craft

Peek-a-Boo Candle

Add a little holiday cheer to your candles. Materials D23 bell template Scissors Glue stick Large glass mason jar Spray paint (you choose the color) Votive candle Glass beads or uncooked beans Directions 1. Download and print our bell stencil template and cut out the bell. 2. Apply glue to the back of the bell …

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Alex Maher Disney holiday art

Celebrate the Holidays with Original Disney Artwork

By D23 Team To celebrate D23 Days of Christmas, four different artists from throughout The Walt Disney Company have created original artwork, just for D23 Members! Click the links below to download this exclusive art for a little merry magic on your device. Happy Holidays! How To Install Wallpapers On a PC: Click on a …

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Walt Disney Studio lot Christmas

Christmas on the Walt Disney Studios Lot

By Courtney Potter Walt Disney had a knack for celebrating the holidays… surprising the Inking and Painting Department in December 1939 (during the making of Pinocchio) with a pushcart of festively wrapped presents and lots of Christmas cheer, helping create all manner of holiday tunes through Walt Disney Records, and even premiering the very first …

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Southern Spice Cake

Southern Spice Layer Cake

This southern staple from our friends at The Chew is sure to make your mouth water! For more recipes, visit TheChew.com. Servings 8-10 Ingredients Southern Spice Layer Cake 1 cup dark brown sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 1 stick unsalted butter (softened) 1/2 cup vegetable oil 3 large eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 …

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Mashed potato casserole

Mashed Potato Casserole

From our friends at The Chew, enjoy this mashed potato casserole that’s to die for! 6–8 Servings Ingredients Mashed Potato Casserole 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 pounds potatoes (peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces) 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened) 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese (shredded) 1/2 cup …

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Andreas Deja, Richard Sherman, and Eric Goldberg

Fans and Luminaries Pay Tribute to Walt Disney

By Jeffrey Epstein Yesterday, December 15, to honor the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney’s passing, “Memory Boards” were set up on the Walt Disney Studios lot and at Disney parks around the world for fans to pay tribute to the man and his enduring legacy. The event was the culmination of “Walt Week,” during which …

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