By Zach Johnson In celebration of D23’s 10th anniversary, we’re unboxing the magic once again by taking a closer look at all the exclusive goodies our Gold Members have received over the years. From limited-edition lithographs to rare reproductions, D23 Gold Members have amassed quite a collection! Without further ado, here is the complete list …
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By Alexander Rannie Few moments in animation linger in the mind as vividly as the ballroom sequence in Beauty and the Beast. The seamless combination of music (“Beauty and the Beast,” sung by Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Potts), hand-drawn animation (Mrs. Potts, Chip, Lumiere, Cogsworth, Belle and the Beast), and computer technology (the ballroom environment) …
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By William Keck “To our friend Howard, who gave a mermaid her voice and a beast his soul, we will be forever grateful.” This dedication in the closing credits of Beauty and the Beast pays homage to the film’s lyricist, Howard Ashman, who never lived to see the final print. Were only real life as just …
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By William Keck In real life, sidekicks (usually our little brothers and sisters) can be, well, let’s face it—super annoying. But in Disney animated films, they are the characters who provide the biggest laughs and one-liners. There’s Ariel’s calypso-singing crab. Anna’s buck-toothed snowman. Peter’s jealous pixie. But it’s Beauty and the Beast’s Belle who really …
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Enjoy tea for two with this darling duo from Beauty and the Beast as your décor. Reminder Cutting and scoring are intended only for grown-ups! Materials 8 1/2” x 11” cardstock (we recommend 110-pound paper for best results) Scissors Cutting knife Ruler Glue Directions Print all the pieces on cardstock. Click here to download. Have …
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It’s time for a treat! Enjoy these charming Cogsworth cupcakes from our friends at Disney Family. Ingredients Peach-colored frosting (Note: to make your own, simply stir 1 drop of red food coloring and 2 to 3 drops of yellow food coloring into 1 cup of butter cream frosting. This should be enough to frost 1/2 …
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The perfect afternoon tea treat! Enjoy these Mrs. Potts cake pops from our friends at Disney Family. Ingredients 1 box cake mix (bake as directed on box for 13×9 cake) One 16-ounce can of ready-made frosting Wax paper Baking sheets White candy coating Purple candy melts (teapot lid and base) White licorice pastilles for spout …
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By D23 Team Oh, isn’t this amazing? Watch some of your favorite scenes from Beauty and the Beast transform from pencil to picture. For more fun Beauty and the Beast stories and activities, click here. Lumiere From black and white to full of light! Belle Little town, it’s a quiet village… Ballroom This revolutionary scene is stunning from start to …
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By Alexander Rannie In hindsight it seems a no-brainer that Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s 30th animated feature, would have begun life as a musical. But as many folks know, this wasn’t the case. Songwriters Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, fresh off their success with The Little Mermaid, immediately began working on songs for Aladdin. …
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By Max Lark One of the many reasons that Beauty and Beast continues to live on in the hearts of generations of Disney fans is its incredibly realized characters. We all know that writers, actors, and animators played pivotal roles in bringing these characters to life; less well-known are the contributions of former Disney animation …
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By Courtney Potter We here at D23 love Beauty and the Beast! And what’s not to enjoy, right? The charming love story; the fantastic music; the colorful, memorable (not to mention technologically advanced) animation… But just when we thought we knew all there was to know about Belle, Beast, Gaston, and all their cohorts, we …
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Enjoy these two coloring pages from Disney Princess: Art of Coloring! Click here to download.
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Get some style inspiration from the beautiful Belle with this charming nail design inspired by Belle’s beautiful blue dress! Materials Nail polish base coat Blue nail polish White nail polish Nail polish top coat Cotton swabs Nail polish remover Optional: nail art rhinestones Directions 1. Apply base coat to your nails then apply two coats …
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No one will be gloomy or complaining with flatware this entertaining! Create your own enchanted space with this charming chandelier inspired by Beauty and the Beast. Materials 3 embroidery hoops in different sizes (available online or at craft stores) Hot glue gun Gold-colored plastic utensils Scissors Gold-colored ribbon Directions 1. Take the large embroidery hoop …
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Write your very own “tale as old as time” with this beautiful paper rose that doubles as a pen!
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By William Keck Most every little girl dreams of one day growing to be a Disney princess. But Paige O’Hara—the melodic voice behind Beauty and the Beast’s Belle, actually managed to make her Disney dream come true—and without an ounce of Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo! How’d she do it? By drawing inspiration from classic Disney characters and working her …
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By D23 Team Without doubt, Beauty and the Beast is one of the most majestic movies in the Disney animated film canon. In honor of the film’s 25th anniversary, we asked our friends at the Animation Research Library to share some of the magnificent story sketches, concept art, and drawings that served as inspiration for …
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By Jim Fanning A beastly leading man, a bookworm princess, a brittle brood of supporting characters in a story confined to a dark castle. These unlikely elements make up one of the most well-known yet unlikely fairy tales ever—and only the magic of Disney animation could bring it to the screen with such unforgettable enchantment. …
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Inspired by the colors of Belle’s beautiful yellow ball gown and Beast’s brown fur, enjoy this salty-meets-sweet snack. Ingredients and Materials Pretzel rods Yellow melting chocolate Yellow edible pearls Brown melting chocolate (milk chocolate) Chocolate jimmies Directions 1. To make the Belle pretzel rods: place yellow chocolate in a microwave-proof container and heat 20 seconds at …
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By Courtney Potter For some couples, a Disney-themed wedding is a dream come true… a fairy tale come to colorful life, replete with touches of their favorite Disney locations, characters, or stories. And what better fairy tale to emulate than Beauty and the Beast? Belle’s iconic gown? A totally unique wedding look. That twirl around …
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By D23 Team Enjoy Beauty and the Beast as never-before! Follow along with the classic film and mark off phrases and items you see in the film for a fun game of Beauty and the Beast BINGO. Click here to download. Materials 8 ½” x 11” cardstock (we recommend 110-pound paper for best results) Scissors …
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By D23 Team Stand out with this stunning stained-glass rose design inspired by the stained glass windows from Beauty and the Beast! Materials Nail polish base coat Light green nail polish Red nail polish Dark green nail polish Black nail polish (we recommend using a nail polish pen) Optional: clear glitter polish Nail polish top …
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By Nicole Nalty As we celebrate 25 years of Beauty and the Beast, we can’t help but wish our homes were filled with cuddly footstools, dancing dishes, and wardrobes we could consult about, well, our wardrobe. So we headed to DisneyStore.com—a treasure trove of Beauty and the Beast goodies—to find some adorable items to make …
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This tasty treat is almost too pretty to eat! Enjoy these colorful cookies inspired by the stained glass windows from Beauty and the Beast. Ingredients and Materials Sugar or shortbread cookies (store-bought or prepared according to your favorite recipe) at least 3 inches wide White royal icing Edible rice paper (available online or at baking …
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By Nicole Nalty Whether it’s for trick-or-treating, attending a Halloween party at a Disney park, or exploring D23 Expo, Disney fans love to fill the shoes of their favorite Disney characters. We asked D23 fans to share photos of themselves dressed in their Beauty and the Beast best, and they did not disappoint! Scroll down …
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By D23 Team Have your very own dinner party! While your flatware may not be as animated, you can still use Beauty and the Beast for decoration inspiration. Here are some ideas for place settings for a Beauty and the Beast-themed party. Suggested Materials Gold- or yellow-colored tablecloth (fabric or plastic—either will do) A few …
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By D23 Team Ask your friends and family to be your guest with these eye-catching D23’s Fanniversary Beauty and the Beast party invitations! Simply print on your favorite paper, fill in the party details, and deliver! Click here to download.
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By D23 Team This garland certainly has a lot of character! Celebrate D23’s Fanniversary by decorating your home with this Beauty and the Beast banner. Click here to download.
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By D23 Team “With a dreamy far off look, and her nose stuck in a book…” Keep your place in your current read with these Beauty and the Beast bookmarks! Click here to download.
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By D23 Team Make your D23 Fanniversary photos more animated with our Beauty and the Beast selfie kit! Print out the template below on sturdy cardstock, and follow the cut lines to create your own enchanted image. Click here to download.
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