Wayne Jackson began his career as an Imagineer in October 1965, and in the decades that followed he would put his technical skill and know-how to great use in the development and installation of Disney attractions around the world. Wayne was the first employee of MAPO—Walt Disney Imagineering’s manufacturing and production arm. Originally trained in …
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By Max Lark The Walt Disney Archives, which has preserved Disney history for more than 47 years, opens its vaults once again at D23 Expo 2017 to curate a brand-new 12,000-square-foot exhibit on the Expo show floor. “Walt Disney Archives Presents—A Pirate’s Life For Me: Disney’s Rascals, Scoundrels, and Really Bad Eggs” honors some of …
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If ye come seekin’ news about Pirates, you’ve come to the proper place! The Disney Parks Blog just revealed that a few changes are coming to the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction at Disneyland Paris when it reopens on July 24, and we’ve got all of the details about the new rascals and scoundrels who …
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By D23 Team Get ready, Disney Parks fans! Walt Disney Parks and Resorts have some pixie dust up their sleeves for D23 Expo, taking place July 14–16 at the Anaheim Convention Center. At the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts pavilion, guests will discover “A Galaxy of Stories,” with an exclusive first-look at some of the …
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Brought to you by Alamo Rent A Car a proud sponsor of By Jocelyn Buhlman The weather’s getting warmer, school is almost out, which leaves us wondering: What do we do over summer vacation? Whether you have a grand adventure planned or are spending the summer at home, you can wish upon a star and …
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By Courtney Potter A cadaverous corps of ghostly sailors, led by an unearthly El Matador Del Mar (“the Killer of the Sea”)… miles and miles of churning ocean… undead sharks, ready for a feast. These are just a few of the amazing visual effects awaiting you in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Me Tell No …
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By Beth Deitchman “Dead Men Tell No Tales…” The words are part of a sinister warning to all who come “seeking adventure and salty old pirates” on the iconic Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, but they’ve never been as thrilling as they are when spoken by Javier Bardem, as Captain Salazar in the latest installment …
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By Jim Frye What’s a hero without a villain? Scar. Maleficent. Jafar. Darth Vader. And, of course, Cruella De Vil. The greatest movies always have the greatest villains who do the most dastardly deeds imaginable. Whether it’s ensnaring a young mermaid’s poor, unfortunate soul; killing a brother lion and chasing away his young cub; or …
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By Jocelyn Buhlman On May 26, we join Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) for his latest swashbuckling adventure in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. This time, Jack is on the run from deadly ghost sailors and on the search for the mythical Trident of Poseidon. Jack’s going to need some assistance, …
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By Courtney Potter ABC announces its huge 2017–18 season, and Cars 3 revs up a new trailer… Read more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs! ABC Announces Amazing New Slate of Primetime Shows for 2017–18 It’s a big week in the world of television… networks are announcing their new …
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