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On the Cover: “Splash!”, photo by Tim Devine Issue 24 Taking the Plunge on 42 Contents Splash Mountain Letters...... 6 Calendar of Events...... 8 Disney News & Updates...... 10

MOUSE VIEWS...... 15 Guide to the Magic O Canada by Tim Foster...... 16 50 Explorer Emporium by Lou Mongello...... 18 Hidden Mickeys by Steve Barrett...... 20 Photography Tips & Tricks by Tim Devine...... 22 Music in the Parks Pin Trading & Collecting by John Rick...... 24 58 Disney Cuisine by Allison Jones...... 26 Disney Secrets by Jamie Hecker...... 28 Disneyland Magic Roy O. Disney by J Darling...... 30 62 FEATURED ATTRACTION Kilimanjaro Safaris...... 32

FEATURED RESORT All-Star Movies Resort...... 36 Who Lives on Main FEATURED FILM Street, U.S.A.? 66 The Avengers...... 38 Lou Mongello’s Wayback Machine...... 70 Wandering the World...... 72 By the Numbers: The Magic Kingdom...... 73 Quick Quiz...... 74 In Search of: The Fab Four...... 76 Kids Korner...... 78 Mystery Quest: The Yacht and Beach Clubs...82 Tim & Lou’s Top 10...... 84 What’s New We’ve spoken a lot about change recently. Walt Disney World is an ever evolving landscape, and that’s part of what makes it so exciting…you never know what’s coming next. There’s certainly a lot of exciting changes heading our way, and at Celebrations it’s no different.

We recently launched our new digital version of the magazine (see the Letters section for more info), and we’re even more excited about the addition of some new columns. First up is a new column that debuts in this issue. As we all know, part of the fun in exploring Walt Disney World is discovering all of those hidden secrets-the inside jokes, clever references, and obscure tributes. Celebrations writer Jamie Hecker takes us on an exploration of these hidden treasures in his new column, Disney Secrets. He’ll share some Hollywood Studios secrets with us, and we look forward to discovering more treasures with Jamie in issues to come. Jamie will also be debuting a new column in our next issue, where he will profile a Disney legend. This is a great way to get an appreciation for all of the folks who worked so hard to build the Disney empire. It may have started with a mouse, but it took the tireless efforts of many many people to create the magical world we enjoy today.

We have even more exciting news coming in the near future, but we’ll keep that under wraps until another time. For now, I hope you enjoy our new column, and keep on enjoying the magic!!

Tim Foster

2 · Celebrations Editor Tim Foster

Contributing Writers Steve Barrett J Darling Tim Devine Allison Jones Beci Mahnken John Rick

Associate Editors Lou Mongello Jennifer Bright Reich • Michelle Foster • Catherine Lusby

Creative Direction and Design Tim Foster Associate Art Director Michelle Foster

Social Media Director Jessica Clawson

Contributing Photographers Tim Foster, Tim Devine, J Darling, Lisa Mahan

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“The more things change, the more they stay the same…”

For many Walt Disney World enthusiasts, a quiet, internal, friendly battle sometimes is waged between nostalgia and progress. While we love the classic shows and attractions, we crave new additions, enhance- ments, and opportunities. We miss old favorites like 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, World of Motion, or Horizons. Yet we are giddy as we await the opening of a Fantasyland that will bring new adventures, joys and (oh yes), dining as well. So how is the balance struck? How do we reconcile the loss of an old favorite with the anticipation of what may be coming next? We rush to Test Track in Epcot to say goodbye to Bill and Sherry in the queue and for “one last ride,” yet analyze concept art for what the “Chevrolet Design Studio at Epcot” will be when it opens. But every so often (and more so as of late), we don’t have to make that compromise, as old friends, favorites, and experiences are returned to the parks and resorts. Case in point: Adventureland. In the past few months, we have seen the return of the “original” Enchanted Tiki Room (now under “old management”), and the April, 2012 (re)introduction of the Little Orange Bird (I heralded his return back in an article I wrote in 2007!), AND the Citrus Swirl to the adjacent Sunshine Tree Terrace. Nostalgics and young guests alike came together to share both a piece of their childhood and the opportunity to share the story of the little bird who thinks his happy little thoughts. But as Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress states, “…at every turn, we’ll be making progress…” And that’s what Disney is always doing – moving forward, “opening new doors…” and enhancing our experiences. In doing so, they often don’t forget where it all began. Whether it’s a tribute to animated shorts like Mickey and the Beanstalk at Sir Mickey’s in Fantasyland, a subtle nod to the original Horizons logo in Mission: SPACE, Casey Jr.’s presence in Storybook Circus, or the return to an original like the Tiki Room, it’s great to know there is always something innovative around the corner, while still reminiscing about the past.

Lou Mongello

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Daniel Butcheris a husband Lori Elias credits her pas- Ray Harkness thanks Disney Jim Korkis is an and father of two in a sion for Disney to long- for saving his marriage. internationally recognized family of Disney enthusiasts. time friend Tara Miller, After being shown the joys Disney Historian whose Daniel has degrees in history a Cast Member with the of a vacation by his lovely writing and original from Iowa State University. Disney Cruiseline. Lori is wife Nancy, he now cannot research has been utilized by He writes academic policy a Cleveland-area middle imagine being away from other Disney Historians as for a Minneapolis-based school music teacher by day, work if it doesn’t involve a well as the Disney Company. university and blogs about freelance writer by night, Disney resort. When not living between Disney and Disney fan 24/7. She has touring the parks, Ray experiences at http:// written for a number of writes for his blog Grumpy’s betweendisney.blogspot. music publications, and is Hollow under the name com. thrilled to be able to share Grumpwurst (grumpyspace. her love of all things Disney. blogspot.com).

Donald Myers Jr. first trip to Disney in 1986 at age 4 forever sparked his passion for Walt Disney World. Don is not only a true Disney enthusiast, but also considers himself to be a “Disney traditionalist” as well. He loves the history of the resort and has a special place in his heart for all of the extinct attractions of Walt Disney World.

5 · Celebrations Letters will be active and fun. There are still Around the World a few attractions he can enjoy with Disney Style! me, and a handful that his pregnant mommy can do too. His favorite We have been busy park hopping character is Eeyore, so we’re hoping again and wanted to share our new for big smiles when they finally adventures with you. As always we meet. look forward to each and every issue My wife and I are usually the ones of Celebrations like we are welcoming with the minute-to-minute itinerary, home an old friend. hitting all the most popular rides We are such big Disney fans that we before the crowds swell and get to the parks often, sometimes a gobbling Fastpasses as frequently little too often. In the past 12 months as possible. So taking in the sights, we visited every Disney park in the The First Time sounds, and smells of Disney at a world, all 11 parks. We didn’t set out leisurely, stroller-pushing pace will to accomplish this, it honestly just My wife and I are Disney veterans. be a welcome change. Perhaps we’ll kind of fell into place. We visited Originally from the East, she has find some new (to us) out-of-the- Disneyland Resort in California on visited Walt Disney World more way places to explore or take a show our way back to the U.S. last April. times than the number of years she’s instead of waiting in line for a ride. We headed to WDW in June with lived, and she’s never lived less than Most of all, it’ll be meaningful to my parents for a trip that had been six hours away. I’ve been a handful of spend a few days in one of the places planned for a year. In October we had times too. The last time we attended where we find real solace — one of an unexpected trip to Hong Kong a Disney park together was nearly rare spots where the ping of a new come up so we took the opportunity two years ago. We didn’t know it at email on our smartphones doesn’t to go to HK Disneyland. We did plan the time, but there were really three demand our attention and we can to do Tokyo Disney in December as of us. genuinely focus on the moments this is one of our favorite Disney Now we’re prepping for our first with each other. Toddlers are more resorts and we wanted to go back to trip back to Disney with our son perceptive than we give them credit see the Christmas decorations. When — now a year old — and another for. Our boy knows when one of us we realized we had been to almost little one due in November. We’ve misses a bedtime or leaves the room. all of the Disney parks in a year moved to Colorado, so this time it’ll He’ll know a special place when he and only had Paris to go, we knew be Disneyland where we make our sees it. Perhaps by a miracle he’ll this was a rare opportunity that memories. We’ve been asked, though: even remember a fuzzy picture of we couldn’t pass up. so we planned “Don’t you want to wait until he’s a that first encounter with Eeyore. spring break in Paris. little older?” “Will it be memorable for I have attached a picture from each him?” “Will it be fun for him?” Either way, just the fact that we’ll all of the 11 parks that we visited this We’re approaching this trip as be together is enough to make the year. There are 6 of us so it’s hard to proof that no matter what age or trip worth it. get everyone in every picture! circumstances you find yourself or you family in, you can always make Michael Reneau Suzanne, Jason, Aerin, Jack, Isabel and great memories at Disney. Manitou Springs, Charlie Crew Certainly for our boy, Fantasyland Colorado Shanghai, China

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Main Street Friends I am finishing up my scrapbook and got some great pictures of the statues in front of Cinderella Castle. What I wanted to include was some info on who designed Sand Castles them, why and how? Alison Tsomis We made this Mickey Mouse sorcerer hat on the beach Ontario, Canada about a year ago and we thought it would be pretty cool to share it with you. Enjoy! Thanks Alison! We must admit, this one has us stumped! Our first thought was that they might have been sculpted by Blaine Gibson, A.J. and Theresa who created both the Partners statue and the Roy Disney statue., Pennsylvania but alas, we can’t find a record of that being the case. It’s quite possible that the statues were created by an anonymous group at WDI, but we’ll throw it out to the readers. If anyone know the identity of the mystery artist, please write in and let us know!

7 · Celebrations Calendar of Events Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Epcot World Showcase Summer 2012 Summer just isn’t summer without great tunes. So all summer long, Epcot has your ears covered with great entertainment from some of the world’s greatest tribute bands, courtesy of the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series. Get the family together and get into the groove with the songs you all know and love. Dance to classic hits and have a toe-tappin’ good time under the skies of the open-air America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase.

Night of Joy Magic Kingdom September 7-8, 2012 Each fall, Night of Joy brings spirited and soulful entertainment to the Magic Kingdom theme park. During this contemporary Christian music festival, Guests can delight in live performances by music superstars across a variety of genres—including rock, pop and gospel.

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ 10-Miler Weekend September 28–29, 2012 This newly created 10-mile race takes place in and around Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Disney’s Hollywood Studios and features your favorite September 28 - November 11, 2012 Disney villains. The weekend includes the Disney Villains There’s something to satisfy most every taste and interest. Hollywood Bash, kids’ races and a family fun run 5K at ESPN In addition to the attractions Guests already enjoy at Epcot Wide World of Sports Complex. theme park, this annual autumn event features a delectable array of offerings, including: Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party • International kiosks featuring tasty tapas and refreshing Magic Kingdom beverages Select Dates: Fall • Cooking demonstrations and dining events—including Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a Halloween- experiences with celebrity chefs! themed special event held on select dates in Magic King- • Mixology classes and wine tastings dom theme park. Purchase of an additional event admis- • Live musical performances by popular hit-makers sion ticket is required to attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Enjoy all this—and more—when this annual event returns Halloween Party. to Epcot theme park in fall 2012. Dine your way around the During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Guests of all world. Cultivate your cooking skills. Savor a rare vintage. ages are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Hallow- Enjoy an exhilarating outdoor concert. Make magical een costumes. Even better, you can collect delicious candy memories to last a lifetime at Epcot International Food & as you trick-or-treat around Magic Kingdom theme park! Wine Festival.

8 · Celebrations Photo ©Disney 9 · Celebrations Disney News Additional 2012 Openings Announced for the New Fantasyland as Largest Expansion in Magic Kingdom History Spreads its Wings his July and “Holidays 2012” are the next two milestones Tfor openings in the multi-year expansion of the New Fantasyland. A “What’s New, What’s Next” presentation detailed the next phases in the project designed to nearly double the size of Fantasyland, the largest expansion in Magic King- Openings “In time for Holidays 2012” were also an- dom history. nounced by Crofton for: “Fantasyland is a place where a very special kind of mem- Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid ory is made: where children just old enough to understand Enchanted Tales with Belle the moment come in contact with princesses and heroes Be Our Guest Restaurant and meet their most beloved friends,” said Meg Crofton, Gaston’s Tavern president, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, Unit- Ariel’s Grotto ed States and France. “We are excited about sharing our treasured stories in new ways and giving Guests the opportunity to interact with their favorite characters like never before.” Last month, the New Fantasyland unwrapped its first openings with one of two Dumbos planned for Storybook Circus, a new train station and The Barnstormer family coaster whimsically re-themed to The Great Goofini. Upcoming phases include:

July 2012 Opening of the second Dumbo the Flying Elephant And beyond… Indoor interactive area serving the new double attraction In addition, Crofton announced plans for a 2014 opening Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station. for The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

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activities – a hallmark of Adventures by Disney itineraries. From the Silver Screen to On the Isle of Skye, adventurers will partake in traditional highland games, make Scottish pastries – a favorite treat of Merida’s triplet brothers – and take lessons in Celtic music the Scottish Highlands: and dance. While traveling through Inverness, Guests will participate in two of Merida’s favorite activities – horse- Adventures by Disney back riding through the Caledonian Forest and archery at Glamis Castle. In Edinburgh, families will learn the art of tapestry-making at Dovecot Studios. Brings Disney•Pixar’s Epic Another signature of an Adventures by Disney vacation, families will visit the country’s most treasured historical Action Adventure “Brave” sites – including Eilean Donan and Edinburgh Castles, the ancient Callanish Standing Stones and Dun Carloway Broch on the Isle of Lewis – but in unique ways that only Disney to Life with New Scotland could dream up. Rather than just walking the shores of Loch Ness, Guests will go on a canoe expedition where they Itinerary will search for “Nessie” and Discover the picture-perfect Urquhart Castle. In the capi- tep out of the theater and become immersed in the tal city, travelers will tour the Royal Mile, including private- Sworld of Brave with Adventures by Disney’s first-ever ly-guided visits to the Palace of Holyroodhouse – the Scot- Pixar-inspired itinerary, “Scotland: A Brave Adventure.” tish home of the Royal Family – and the National Museum Disney•Pixar’s Brave tells the tale of the courageous Merida, of Scotland, where they will learn fascinating details of the the film’s headstrong teenage protagonist, who defies an- ancient period in which Brave is set. Each departure fea- cient tradition and challenges destiny to change her fate. tures two knowledgeable Adventure Guides who will serve This 9-day, 8-night quest through Edinburgh, the Isle of Skye, as leaders, storytellers, companions and personal concierge the Isle of Lewis and Inverness takes families through the – taking care of all the details for a truly hassle-free travel rugged Highlands, allowing them to experience first-hand experience. the history, culture, nature, legends and lore of Scotland “‘Scotland: A Brave Adventure’ combines the creative ge- that inspired Merida’s story of bravery. nius of Pixar Animation Studios with Disney’s ability to Adventures by Disney is a leader in the group guided-tour bring iconic stories to life with in a whole new way,” said industry – sharing the stories of the world through 20+ in- Josh D’Amaro, Vice President, Adventures by Disney. “For ternational itineraries. For “Scotland: A Brave Adventure,” the first time ever, our Guests will be fully immersed in the Adventures by Disney trip-planning specialists worked legends and locations that inspired the film. ‘Brave’ is the directly with the expert storytellers on Pixar’s Brave pro- perfect tale for Adventures by Disney to share; Merida’s ex- duction team to incorporate the castles, landscapes and perience speaks to the importance of the family bond – a legends that inspired the lush settings and memorable cornerstone of any Disney vacation.” characters in the film – creating a Scotland experience that Also new for 2013, Adventures by Disney has announced a could only come from Disney. Southeast Asia itinerary. Featuring Vietnam, Laos and Cam- Guests will discover locations that inspired Pixar’s cre- bodia, the 12-day, 11-night itinerary will give travelers the ative spark during visits to the historic Black House of Ar- opportunity to experience some of Asia’s most exotic and nol and the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, both of which culturally rich cities – including Saigon, Hanoi, Hoi An, Luang served as reference for the Witch’s cottage, and Dunnottar Prabang, Siem Reap and Angkor Wat. Castle, one of the inspirations for the DunBroch family’s home. For more information on “Scotland: A Brave Adventure,” Beyond the drawing board, the culture of the Scottish visit www.AdventuresbyDisney.com or contact the reserva- Highlands will come to life through authentic, hands-on tions center at 1-877-728-7282.

12 · Celebrations About Adventures by Disney About the Movie Launched in 2005, Adventures by Disney provides im- Set in the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland, mersive, hassle-free and unforgettable group guided-fam- Disney•Pixar’s Brave follows the heroic journey of Merida ily vacation experiences to destinations in Europe, North (voice of Kelly Macdonald), a skilled archer and headstrong America, South America, Africa, Asia and Australia. Families daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen traveling with Adventures by Disney receive exceptional Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). Determined to change service while taking part in extraordinary experiences at her fate, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the un- locations including: the South African plains, the great cit- ruly and uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuf- ies of Europe, North America’s national parks, the ancient fin (voice of Kevin McKidd), surly Lord Macintosh (voice of monuments of Egypt, Costa Rica’s rich rainforest, the ruins Craig Ferguson) and cantankerous Lord Dingwall (voice of of Pompeii and Machu Picchu, Australia’s Outback and the Robbie Coltrane), unleashing chaos in the kingdom. When Great Wall of China. she turns to an eccentric Witch (voice of Julie Walters), she Over the last seven years, Adventures by Disney has been is granted an ill-fated wish and the ensuing peril forces Me- recognized by numerous travel organizations for its ex- rida to harness all of her resources—including her mischie- cellence in family tourism and was ranked #1 among Tour vous triplet brothers—to undo a beastly curse and discover Operators and Safari Outfitters for Families in Travel + Lei- the meaning of true bravery. sure’s World’s Best awards 2011 readers’ survey. With Disney-trained Adventure Guides, engaging ac- Directed by Mark Andrews and Brenda Chapman, and tivities, VIP experiences and personal touches throughout, produced by Katherine Sarafian, Brave is a grand adventure Adventures by Disney excites and delights everyone. Visit full of heart, memorable characters and signature Pixar hu- AdventuresbyDisney.com, call 1-877-728-7282 or contact a mor. Opens on June 22, 2012, in Disney Digital 3D™ in select travel agent. theaters.

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15 · Celebrations Now You See It... t’s an illusion that epitomizes the Haunted Mansion, one that has been seen by Icountless thousands of Guests, (perhaps more times than any other effect in Walt Disney World), and one that never ceases to amaze. This is the haunted ballroom scene, surely the centerpiece of one of the most beloved attractions in the Magic Kingdom. No matter how many times you see it, you can’t help but be enthralled by the wealth of detail waiting to be discovered in this web-strewn decrepit dining hall. From the dueling gunmen and the waltzing couples to the birthday cake and ghoulish organ player, this memorable scene is stuffed to the rafters with cadaver- ous creeps and spooky surprises. To the new visitor used to the CGI magic of today’s films, the effect may appear by Tim Foster to be an elaborate setup of 3D images and holographic projections. But most Dis- ney fans know that the illusion is much simpler, and many may even know that it’s based on an old theatrical trick called Pepper’s Ghost. But how exactly does it work? And is it used anywhere else?

Ghostly Origins Before we get into the nuts and bolts of how the illusion works, let’s go back in time to the mid-19th century. Long before the days of TV, radio, and even movies, the theater was the main source of public entertainment. Just as with the movies of today, there was always a drive to create the “next big thing,” an innovation that would attract new audience members and give them something new to enjoy. Even basic features like electric lights weren’t introduced until 1881 in London. The elevator stage came a few years later, allowing different portions of the stage to tilt or raise. Trickery was always a mainstay of elaborate theater productions. Simple devices like trap doors allowed actors to appear and disappear. You can see this effect at the Tim Foster is the author of Great Movie Ride when the Wicked Witch makes her frightening entrance and fiery the Guide to the Magic book exit (interestingly, this was how the same effect was achieved in the original film). series, which includes the Guide to the Magic for Kids, the Lost False weather was also a mainstay of theatrical effects, with snow being creat- Journals, and the Guide to the ed by cut-up pieces of cloth shaken through a perforated bag. Nowadays, theaters Magic Autograph & Sticker use more sophisticated techniques such as fluid-based snow machines, much like Book. Tim is also the creator of those used on Main Street U.S.A. during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. (Can the www.guidetothemagic.com you imagine being covered by paper scraps as you admired the Dream Lights on website. Cinderella Castle?) However, bringing ghosts and otherworldly apparitions to life was always a favorite effect. Back in the 1700s, magicians used a device called a Magic Lantern to create an effect called spiritism, or the summoning of the dead. In this illusion, a small box with a light source and a semi-transparent slide projected images onto smoke or billowing cloth, creating ghostly images that moved about convincingly. This type of effect could be seen in the Haunted Mansion foyer in the aging por- trait. To achieve the illusion of a man transforming into a rotting corpse, dual slide projectors would cast images onto the rear of the canvas-like material, flickering on and off so the images would slowly dissolve into one another (In 2007, the por- trait became digitally animated). Because this technique utilized still images or pre- filmed sequences, it was rather limited in its execution. What if there was a way to project a live image into a scene? The concept was not a new one, and in fact had its

16 · Celebrations origins in 16th century Italy. In 1584, a scientist named Giambattista della Porta published a work called Magiae Naturalis, or Natural Magic. Della Porta is also credited with developing the camera obscura, a precursor to today’s modern camera. In his book, he covered a variety of top- ics including occult philosophy, astrology, and alchemy among others. But for our purposes, the most interesting part of his book was his description of an illusion titled “How we may see in a Chamber things that are not.” This is believed to be the first known description of the Pepper’s Ghost effect. However, it wouldn’t be until 1862 that an in- Audio-Animatronic ghosts that reside there. As the figures ventor named Henry Dircks created the Dircksian Phantas- are illuminated (out of sight of the unsuspecting Guests), magoria, intended to add a new dimension of realism to the their images are reflected off several large planes of glass phantasmagoria performances of the day. (Phantasmago- that rest between you and the ballroom, making them ap- ria was a specialized theater genre that utilized Magic Lan- pear as ghostly apparitions superimposed on the ballroom terns and other effects to project ghostly images on stage.) itself. Many of the props in the ballroom have counterparts Unfortunately, his design required existing stages to be re- in the dark areas, things like tables and chairs, though there built in order to accommodate the necessary equipment, they are painted black. This further enhances the illusion and no one was interested. Dircks set up a booth at the Roy- that the ghosts are interacting with what you see in the al Polytechnic to showcase his invention, and it was there ballroom. A good example of this is the organ player. In that it caught the eye of John Pepper. Pepper revamped the truth, the actual Audio-Animatronic figure is sitting at a invention so that it could be employed by theaters without black block. Only when he is illuminated does his ghostly any costly reconstruction. The effect was first used onstage counterpart appear at the real life organ that you see. Turn- in a production of The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bar- ing off the lights makes the ghosts disappear. gain, the fifth in Charles Dickens’ series of Christmas no- The Pepper’s Ghost in the Haunted Mansion is the larg- vellas that began with A Christmas Carol. Although it was est illusion of its kind, utilizing several panes of glass that in not invented by him, the effect became known as Pepper’s total measure 90 feet long by 30 feet high. The panes them- Ghost, despite all efforts by Pepper to give proper credit to selves are mounted on the pillars in the ballroom, thus con- Dircks. cealing their edges and making the illusion seamless. Even The Pepper’s Ghost illusion is simple in conception, and though they are in several pieces, that still makes for an convincing in execution. Basically, the illusion involves mul- unwieldy piece of glass. In the Disneyland version of the at- tiple rooms, a light source, and a pane of glass. The rooms traction, a Guest mishap caused a hole to appear in one of are identical mirror images of each other. When the lights the panes. Due to its sheer size and the way the ballroom are off in the hidden room, the main room is what the view- was constructed, replacing the glass was all but impossible. er sees. However, if the secondary room in illuminated, its But no fear, the Imagineers fixed things up by disguising the reflection will suddenly appear, though to the viewer it will crack with a spider web (which you can see if you look care- look like the same room. In this way, actors and objects can fully enough). be made to appear or disappear, or to transform into some- The Pepper’s Ghost illusion pops up throughout Walt one or something else. Disney World. You can see it put to use in the ghost illusion at the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and the Many Adven- Bringing a Ballroom to “Life” tures of Winnie the Pooh. But it’s the Haunted Mansion that In the case of the Haunted Mansion, the hidden areas really puts the “ghost” in Pepper’s Ghost, and for a few brief are located above and underneath the balcony your Doom moments you can believe you are truly in the company of a Buggy is riding on, and both are entirely dark save for the few of those 999 Happy Haunts.

Photo ©Tim Devine 17 · Celebrations Interview with former Disney Imagineer Steve Kirk – The Origins of Figment and the Dreamfinder eginning as a show designer at Walt Disney BImagineering, former Disney Imagineer Steve Kirk conceived and designed some of Dis- ney’s most memorable characters, attractions, pavilions, and even complete theme parks. And, for more than a decade, he served as the creative by Lou Mongello leader of Tokyo Disney Sea in his role as Senior Vice President. But one of his most memorable projects was one that resonates with Disney enthusiasts to this day. Lou: You really had a large hand in creating one of the most beloved characters, not only in Epcot or in the Imagination Pavilion, but one of Disney’s greatest characters in re- cent history; the one and only Figment. Steve: Well, it’s kind of an anomaly because the conventional wisdom is that you really can’t introduce a character to the public in a theme park. It almost has to be via some [other] media, either animation or live action or something. There are a few exceptions, like Pirates of the Caribbean – which were all new characters at the time; “it’s a small world” – again, a new introduction of styling and characters; and Lou Mongello is the host of the the Imagination Pavilion with Figment and Dreamfinder. They are about the only award winning WDW Radio podcast examples I can think of offhand of a product, an intellectual product, that came and the author of the definitive along before or, actually, exclusive of any media. So, I think it’s basically luck in a lot Disney trivia books, “Walt Disney of ways; the character being in the right place at the right time. World Trivia” Volumes 1 and II. He is also the producer of the newly The genesis of Figment is something I think is very, very interesting: the released Audio Guides of Walt Disney legendary story of Tony Baxter watching an episode of Magnum PI, coming World, a CD series that gives you a up with the idea of quantifying something about a figment of the imagina- personal tour of the happiest place tion. But, really, it was you, and Andy Gaskill, and X Atencio that kind of gave on Earth. You can listen to the show him form and substance whereas Tony really came up with the name and and discover more secrets, rumors the idea? and facts at Lou’s website: www.wdwradio.com It’s really interesting the genesis of some of this stuff, but going back to Discovery Bay, it was with Dreamfinder (he wasn’t called Dreamfinder then, it was Professor Marvel as per that Wizard of Oz thing) that Tony really wanted to have this travel- ling wizard and magician character, almost a Circus of Doctor Lao type of thing. That character stuck in Tony’s mind (and ended up in) the Imagination Pavilion as being a host and kind of an embodiment of the imagination process. Using Figment as the foil to Dreamfinder was a great way to explore the subject matter that we wanted for the Imagination Pavilion. Please explain the Discovery Bay concept for Disneyland that never really

18 · Celebrations took place, and how Professor Marvel ended up be- of collecting old ideas and then synthesizing them into a coming the Dreamfinder. third new product. So the idea of some kind of a metaphor We’d all been taken off of every other project except Ep- for gathering creative ideas, natural things or other con- cot, so everyone had been reassigned from Disneyland and cepts that had existed before and recombining them was Walt Disney World to Epcot, and everybody was part of a the angle. And so we knew we had to start the show out pavilion. Tony was in with the Kodak folks, who were po- with some way of showing the Dreamfinder and Figment tential sponsors for some kind of pavilion, and I don’t think collecting stuff. You know: scientific stuff, artistic stuff, he quite knew yet what their tie-in would be. He ran into natural stuff, whatever. For him to have a device that col- my office in the middle of this meeting and said, “Can I bor- lected and then stored and took them back to his workshop row little Figment and Dreamfinder?” He grabbed them and seemed to be pretty straight forward. took them into the meeting, and he said this is the kind of I had done a lot of assemblage-type, whimsical Victorian character development we can do as being a host for a pa- flying machines in my portfolio, and so Tony and I thought vilion; maybe on Imagination. And they said, “That’s great, why not build a machine that the character can actually do we get the dragon, too?” And Tony said, “Oh, yeah, yeah, pilot with a vacuum bag at the back that was sucking up yeah, yeah!” He kind of all those great ideas for threw the dragon in as use later on. And so I just an extra. The only issue sat down at my work- was that, at the time, bench there and, in an Figment was green. Ko- inch scale model, built dak thought that was this from just junk. Stuff too reminiscent of Fuji I’d found; stuff I’d stolen [their rival], so he turned from the model shop or purple as a result of that. the tool crib or what- I’ve actually seen a ever. And then, drawings photograph of some were drawn of that ma- of the early sculpture chine, and they mass- work of a very differ- produced 6 of these ent looking Dreamfinder, with his monocle and white things in full scale, and they were quite large: they were like moustache and beard holding this green, very skinny 25 feet in total length or something. I remember going over looking dragon. to MAPO [Manufacturing and Production] and seeing 6 of Yeah, that kind of represents my edgier, sarcastic ap- these things in full scale laid out on the construction floor. proach to character design. And he got the edges, thanks to And it was just amazing, like something from World War II Andy Gaskill. X Atencio took his angle on it, and then, finally, where you see fighter planes being assembled en masse. Re- when he was sculpted dimensionally he evolved into what ally impressive. I was amazed that I got that far with that he is today. He got a lot cuter as he grew older, I think. thing. There’s a quote saying that X Atencio made him love- The attraction closed in 1998 and re-opened a year able in a way that kids could actually relate to. later as Journey Into Your Imagination, unfortunate- Yeah, and at the time I wasn’t quite sure, but in retrospect ly without Dreamfinder and Figment. How did you it really was a good call because I think that all the curves feel when that change took place? and all that business in the design really did help make him Well, I was a little disappointed. I thought, “Well, nothing a very appealing character. lasts forever, except Mickey Mouse.” I was grateful that it The Dreamfinder character – tell us how he came had as long a life span as it had. And then I’m told the Guests to be, where you came up with the concept of him go- really wanted to see the two characters come back, and ing around the universe collecting all these magical that was responsible for the renaissance and them return- things, and how you came up with the Dream Port and ing. the dream catching machine. (You can listen to Lou’s full interview with Steve Kirk by visiting I think Tony had the idea that new ideas are the product WDWRadio.com/stevekirk)

19 · Celebrations Hidden Mickeys in Splash Mountain and Frontierland alk into the Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland and straight into scenes from the WOld West. You may encounter singing cowboys, musical bears, and talking animals that will escort you to your own Laughing Place. You’ll marvel at mountains, rivers, geysers, a frontier fort, a mining town, a ghost rider in the sky, and of course Hidden Mickeys! Allow me to introduce you to a few Hidden Mickeys in Splash Mountain and elsewhere in Frontierland.

1. A red classic Hidden Mickey is painted on a yoke that hangs on a left wall of the entrance queue of Splash Mountain. It’s in the first tunnel. Start looking for it when you reach the part of the tunnel with lights on the wall. You can spot it from both the Standby and FASTPASS queues. As you can see, this image (at the upper part of by Steve Barrett the middle of the yoke) is fading with time. 2. Halfway up the second crankhill of Splash Mountain, on the right side, three barrels in the lower right corner of a stack of barrels form a classic Mickey. 3. During the first part of the Splash Mountain ride, when your boat is outside, look to your right for a barrel with “Muskrat Moonshine” painted on the side. A classic Mickey is formed by holes in the paint, above the “s” in “Muskrat.” 4. As your log floats along, look for a picnic basket up on a small ledge. You’ll spot it just past Br’er Frog, who is sitting on an alligator and fishing with his toe. Near the basket are three red and white striped fishing bobbers in the shape of a classic Hidden Mickey. 5. Near the end of the Splash Mountain ride, the upper outline of one of the white clouds on the right side of the riverboat scene is shaped like Mickey Mouse lying on his back, with his head to the right. (This Hidden Mickey is also visible from the Steve Barrett is the author of three Walt Disney World Railroad train as it passes through Splash Mountain.) Hidden Mickeys Field Guide books (Walt Disney World, Disneyland, 6. A birdhouse with a rope ladder in the entrance queue of Splash Mountain (also and the Disney Cruise Line) and visible as you exit) has a classic Mickey acorn formation above a door and below “The Hassle-Free Walt Disney World blue roof slats. You’ll find the birdhouse just past the photo viewing area. Vacation” book, as well as an iPhone app for Walt Disney World Hidden 7. In the front center of the target area of the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade is a group Mickeys. You can check out more of cactus plants. One near the middle, just below the gray tombstone, has three Hidden Mickeys at Steve’s website: lobes forming a classic Hidden Mickey. Cactus lobes, both artificial and natural, www.hiddenmickeysguide.com sometimes resemble classic Mickeys. 8. In the Frontier Trading Post store, look for the “How to Pin Trade” posters. A black classic Mickey is on the cowboy’s lanyard. 9. In the Frontier Trading Post store, a coiled rope classic Mickey is on a pole above the merchandise, facing the middle entrance to the store. 10. Inside Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe, find the plates sitting upright along a ledge near the ceiling behind the middle of the serving counter. On the third plate from the left, at the upper left of the inside circle of the plate, three red spots behind the white bird form a classic Mickey.

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21 · Celebrations A Sweet Piece of Glass

hen it comes to photography, one thing more than anything will determine Wwhat kind of pictures you are going to be able to get and that is your LENS. Although the actual physics and theory are much too complex to be covered here in their entirety, a lens can simply be thought of as a device that accepts light rays and focuses them onto a photographic medium. In our case, the medium could either be film or a digital camera sensor.

Nomenclature Lenses are constructed with all of the following parts: the front element (the out- by Tim Devine ermost piece of glass), the aperture (electrically controlled blades inside of the lens that open up/ close down to control the amount of light passing through the lens), and the mount (the part that connects to the camera and contains the electrical and electronic contacts for communication with the camera body). Mount types are generally not interchangeable, meaning you cannot use a Canon lens on a Nikon body without an adapter. Third-party lenses, such as Sigma, Tamron, or Tamrac will often be made with camera-specific mounts, meaning that Sigma may make a 50- 500 for Canon and a 50-500 for Nikon. Each version will have the camera-specific mount on it. The aperture controls how much light passes through the lens. It also controls the depth of field (how much of the photo appears to be in focus). The aperture can be compared to a garden hose. The wider the hose, the more water is able to pass through at any one time and vice-versa; the camera’s aperture has the exact Tim Devine is an avid photographer same effect. Larger apertures (smaller f/numbers) will allow for more light to pass and the owner and webmaster through, give you more shallow depth of field, and allow for faster shutter speeds. of www.themagicinpixels.com, a The opposite holds true, smaller apertures (larger f/numbers) will transmit less website created for and dedicated to fellow Disney Photography light but give deeper depth of field, and provide for slower shutter speeds. Lenses Enthusiasts. In addition to a large with maximum apertures of f/2.8 or larger are considered “fast” lenses. They will gallery of photos you can browse, contain more glass and be larger and heavier, and can be MUCH more expensive. you’ll also find tips, articles and On the outside of the lens are additional controls for switching between auto equipment reviews to help you create focus and manual focus, engaging or disengaging the stabilizer (if available on that magical photo memories of your particular lens), the zoom ring, and the focus ring. The lens may also come with a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Tim lives in South Jersey with his lens hood which is used to control the direction of light coming into the lens, and wife, Karen, and their son, Billy, and to give a small degree of protection to the front element. Internally there may also recently celebrated the birth of their be a focusing motor, of which there are several different types, and possibly an im- second son, Ryan Christopher, on age stabilizer. There will be additional pieces of glass, which are known as elements May 12, 2009. Be sure to check that aid in the transmission of light and the minimizing of distortion and other www.themagicinpixels.com for visual errors. Each element is a precision ground and polished piece of glass or simi- current information on Pixelmania! a festival of Disney photography, lar substance and serving a specific purpose, such as focusing light or correcting an friends, and fun in Walt Disney World issue caused by another individual element. Sometimes several elements are fused October 2012. together and act as a single entity; this is known as a group. Often times, groups may even made from elements that are of different materials. It is inaccurate to assume that just because a lens contains more elements and groups than another that the more complex lens is a better one. It will, however, mean that most times the more complex lens will be heavier due to all of

Photo ©Tim Devine 22 · Celebrations the additional glass. Types of Lenses and Their Uses Another piece of terminology that is often used is the PRIME lenses often feature much larger maximum aper- word prime versus the word zoom. A prime lens simply tures than their zoom-enabled counterparts. This makes it means that it is of a fixed focal length and does not zoom in possible to use them in lower light, to photograph fast mov- and out. For example, a 50mm f/1.8 lens means that it has a ing action, or enable more shallow depth of field for portraits. fixed 50mm focal length. A zoom lens has a range that it can Although there are some relatively inexpensive prime lenses cover, such as 17-40 (17mm on the widest end, 40mm at the that all photographers should own, prime lenses can often longest end). have very heavy price tags, such as the AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4G ED VR AF Lens that is often used for photographing wild- What All of Those Numbers Mean life and costs about $10,000 (think of it this way... the hood All lenses, regardless of brand, adhere to the same basic alone costs $530). I have three prime lenses, the Canon EF 28 identifying conventions, at least in the basics. Each manu- f/1.8, Canon EF 50 f/1.4, and the Canon EF 85 f/1.8. I use these fast facturer uses their own nomenclature for identifying addi- primes to photograph dark rides. tional or advanced features, such as stabilization. WIDE-ANGLE lenses are used for allowing much more of a To understand what the basic numbers means, consider scene to be displayed in a photograph than a “normal” lens the case of the Sigma 50-500 f/4.5-6.3 lens: 50-500 represents would allow. A normal lens reproduces a field of view that is the focal length (the “range” of the lens in millimeters), similar to what the human eye would normally view. Wide- f/4.5-6.3 identifies the minimum aperture range of the angle lenses are often used for landscapes, room interiors, lens at each end of the zoom range (f/4.5 at 50mm, f/6.3 at to exaggerate the difference in size between near and far 500mm). objects, and for creative distortion effects. You should never The Canon EF 24-105 f/4 L IS USM lens can be explained as photograph people with a wide-angle lens unless they are follows: Canon (brand) EF (mount-type), 24-105 (focal range), incidental to the actual scene (for example, a large group of f/4 (maximum aperture), L (Canon’s professional line), IS (im- people wandering down Main Street, U.S.A.). The shorter the age stabilization), USM (ultra-sonic motor). In the case of focal length in millimeters, the wider the scene will appear this Canon lens, you will notice that the listed aperture is f/4. to be. It will also have a much deeper depth of field. That means that the maximum aperture remains the same TELEPHOTO lenses are used for photographing subjects throughout the entire zoom range. Prime lenses will only that are farther away from you. These lenses can be broken have one listed maximum aperture as they do not have a down into medium telephoto (for example a 70-200 lens) and zoom range to cover. super telephoto (300-500 lens). The longer the focal length in While Canon refers to their stabilization with the acro- millimeters, the closer to the subject your photo will appear nym “IS”, it is important to note that Nikon uses the term Vi- to be. It will also have a much more shallow depth of field due bration Reduction “VR”, Sigma calls their method Optical Sta- to the “compression effect”. bilizer “OS”, etc. They all basically function exactly the same. Finally, next time you see someone with an impressive Similarly, Canon uses the term USM to describe their focus- camera lens, tell them that they have some “sweet glass.” You ing motor, Nikon uses HSM (hyper sonic motor). will get instant photographic street-cred!

23 · Celebrations Disney Villains: Love Them or NOT! o other group of Disney characters garners as much attention across the spec- Ntrum of Disney pins as the Villains. By definition, a “Villain” is a wicked or evil person; a scoundrel; a dramatic or fictional character who is typically at odds with the hero. Throughout the years, Disney has crafted amazing villains that have stood the test of time to become icons to some and remembered by all. Collectors of Disney Villains pins have an extremely large group of existing pins to choose from, as well as a steady stream of new designs to help bolster their collection. Although this is by John Rick just a small sampling, this issue’s pins include some “old” veterans, as well as a rela- tive “new comer.” So sit back, be brave, and journey with me to meet some Disney Villains. In October of 2009, DisneyStore.com released our first pin: a jumbo from the Disney Villains Series featuring the Evil Queen. With an edition size limited to 250, this 3-inch tall pin is enamel cloisonné with a gold finish and numerous glit- ter filled areas. Seated on her elegant peacock throne, Snow White’s jealous stepmother appears to be ordering the princess’ demise. This pin displays all of the icy beauty of her vain and wicked majesty. During 2004, Disneyland Resort Paris released our next pin as part of a thirteen-pin “train set” surprise release with an edition size of 1200 each. This pin depicts the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland. She is in the car of a train being pulled by two of her card servants. Unfortunately, it appears that she has missed the train, probably because she is disliked by the other characters. She John Rick founded the Central appears to be screaming to her servants to catch up with the others. Let’s hope Jersey Disney Pin Traders in 2002. You can visit the website at that the Queen doesn’t spoil the fun and that her servants don’t lose their heads for www.cjdpt.com and contact him at their slowness. The wheels on the car spin and are heart shaped. This piece is actu- [email protected]. John is also one of ally two separate pins attached together by two twisted chains. As with all DLRP the Hosts of the Disney Pincast- the Limited Edition pins, each pin is individually numbered, for example: #25/1200. This is only weekly podcast dedicated to also the thirteenth and final pin in that Disneyland Paris set. Disney Pins. It can be found at Regarded by some as the “holy grail” of villain pins, this www.disneypincast.com. John and his wife Sheila live in central was the event gift in October of 2000 for attending the Dis- New Jersey. neyland “Divas Villain Event.” This large, boxed 3-D style pin has an edition size of just 500. It features Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty as she is transforming into the Dragon. Ma- leficent is a pin-on-pin element, with a gold border. The dragon has a silver border. The Villains Pin-of-the-Month series from Disneyland in 2008 brings us our next villain; Madam Mim from 1963’s The Sword In the Stone. This pin has an edition size of 1000. Each pin in this series is hinged and features a “Villainous” phrase on the pin. The pin is shaped like a door. The outside of the pin shows Madam Mim holding a blue potion. Below her are displayed the words “Bad Girls.” The pin opens up and the

24 · Celebrations left side reads, “The Sword In the bones and is holding what appears to be a shrunken head in Stone 1963”- on shiny, polished his left hand. silver metal. The right inside has This Cruella De Vil spinner was avail- a green background, and shows able from Disney Auctions in Decem- Mim transformed into a young- ber of 2004. This pin was a Disney Auc- er lady with the words “Have tions exclusive, with a limited edition More Fun” across the bottom. As of 500 fixed-price pins. It was available you can see, she is smiling and only from Disney’s Purchase It Now beckoning with her finger. Store located at the site that was then Our next Limited Edition DisneyAuctions.com. This is a large, hard enamel pin that is pin features the Horned King approximately 3 inches in diameter. from Disney’s The Black Caul- A limited edi- dron, released in 1985. This pin tion super jumbo from Disneyland has an edi- pin featuring tion size of 1500, and it was Chernabog from released in January of 2005 as the Night on Bald part of a series of pins featuring different villains. It was re- Mountain seg- leased on various Tuesdays during that year. The pin reads, ment of Disney’s “Disneyland Resort 2005” in the top right hand corner of the Fantasia is the next pin in our group. This pin was released pin in gold. The king is holding a skeleton in his right hand in November of 2004 as part of the merchandise available and his hench “thing” Creeper in the other. He is dressed in during the “Villainous Voyage Pin Cruise” aboard the Disney a red robe including a hood and there is a flocked element Cruise Line. This Limited Edition pin of 500 was designed by around his neck. Disney Design Group Artist Jeff Ebersohl. Chernabog’s wings We go back to Disneyland are hinged elements, and when opened fully this pin mea- Resort Paris for our next pin, a sur- sures 5 ½” wide and 5 ½” tall! Approximately 150 of these pins prise release in January of 2004. It is had damaged hinges and were returned but not replaced. an individually numbered edition Therefore, the edition size is smaller than originally stated. size of 900 and was the first of ten The pins were not remade due to its size and design. Disney mystery pins released at DLRP in did however send every event attendee an “apology” pin, 2004. The pin features Hades, Pain, which was very similar to this except for its size. and Panic from Hercules inside a Our final pin was released on violet flaming “circle.” In addition to being individually num- board both Disney Cruise Lines’ bered on the back, these pins also include the “Mystery” Pin Magic and Wonder. September 2002 logo with a big question mark “?.” I’m not quite sure what to saw the release of the “Artist Choice make of that. Dangle” Captain Hook with an edi- 2011 saw the release of a 110- tion size of 750. It portrays Captain pin collection from the Disney Hook from about the chest up look- Store to help celebrate Walt ing to the right with a pin on pin of Disney’s 110th birthday. In Sep- his left forearm and hook. Behind tember they released our next him is a large graphic of the hook. The “DCL Artist Choice pin, themed after The Princess Dangle” logo is hanging from the bottom of the pin. and the Frog, with an edition Beware! This is just an introduction to a few of the many size of 250. Dr. Facilier will add sinister, evil characters that the Disney Artists have creat- voodoo magic to any villain’s collection! As he turns Prince ed over the years. Rest assured that good somehow always Naveen into a hopping green amphibian, Dr. Facilier sur- wins out and Disney Villains will forever be woven into the rounds himself with his “friends from the other side.” Facilier fabric of Disney stories yet to be written. Which Disney Vil- is wearing his signature top hat with the skull and cross- lains do you “love to hate?”

25 · Celebrations Le Cellier ucked away in the Canada pavilion in Epcot sits one of the most popular steak- Thouses at Walt Disney World, Le Cellier. You may visit Epcot several times before even discovering this hidden gem. Le Cellier Steakhouse is themed after the wine cellars of the chateau-style hotels Le Chateau Frontenac and Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Canada. The quaint restaurant is a meat-lovers choice for lunch and dinner. As you walk into the cellar, you will see wine racks, wine, metal, lots of dark wood, stone arches, and earth tone colors. You truly get the feeling you are in a wine cellar in Canada. The flickering candle chandeliers offer intimate lighting for dining. Le Cellier’s appetizer menu includes several different choices including meats, salads, and cheeses. The only meat appetizer is the Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with beef By Allison Jones tenderloins, capers, radish, and cheddar cheese. Other appetizers include the Assortment of Artisanal Cheese, Lobster Chopped Salad, Selection of Beets, and Seared Scallops. The Lobster Chopped Salad features mixed field greens, haricot verts, avocado, tomato, and Lake Meadow Egg. The Se- lection of Beets includes Chioggia, Golden Beets, Baby Beets, Mâche, Pistachio, and Purple Haze Goat Cheese. The Seared Scallops comes with Cannellini Bean Puree, smoked bacon, spring garlic, and mushrooms. The delicious salads and soups are one of the favorite menu items at Le Cellier, including the Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup made with Moosehead Beer and bacon. The salads include the Heirloom Tomato Salad with red onions, Minus “8” Vinegar, and smokey blue cheese; the Steakhouse Caesar Salad with crisp romaine, aged parmesan, and pretzel croutons; and the “Le Cellier” Lobster Chopped Salad with mixed field greens, Haricot Verts, avocado, tomatoes, and “Lake Meadows” egg. Appetizers range from $9-16 per dish. All of the red meat entrees are Canadian raised beef, so you know you are getting authentic Canadian dishes right in Orlando. The red meat entrees include “Le Celli-

As an Orlando local, Allison has seen the growth of the Walt Disney World Resort. She experienced the inside as a Disney Cast Member and has planned Disney vacations for over 10 years. Allison Jones is a travel consultant with Destinations in Florida Travel and MouseDine. Destinations in Florida is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner selling Disney vacations. MouseDine is a restaurant consulting company for Disney World Dining Reservations. Visit www.destinationsinflorida.com or www.mousedine.com for more information on Disney Dining.

26 · Celebrations er” Mushroom Filet Mignon, Grilled Bone-In Rib-Eye, Braised Short Rib, and Canadian “Prime” New York Strip. Picking just one entree is always a challenge! The “Le Cellier” Mushroom Filet Mignon is an 8 oz. Canadian AAA Beef Tenderloin with wild mushroom risotto and white truffle-butter sauce. The Grilled Bone-In Rib-Eye is a 16-oz Bone-In Rib-Eye with herb- parmesan potato wedges and maple-pink peppercorn- butter. The Braised Short Rib includes Rutabaga Mash, baby carrots, and picked pearl onions. Canadian “Prime” New York Strip is a 12-oz Strip Steak with Gruyère-Yukon Gold Potato Gratin, wilted spinach, and Vin Rouge Reduction. Le Cellier also features two white meat entrees including Kurobuta Pork with baby spinach, wild mushrooms, fried cheddar cheese pasta, and smoked tomato reduction or Roasted Free-Range Chicken with marble potatoes, braised artichokes, spicy chicken sausage, and roasted shal- Cheddar Cheese Soup lot butter. For seafood entrees you can enjoy Pacific King Salmon or Pan-Seared Halibut. The Pacific King Salmon is Ingredients: accompanied with cauliflower, baby beets, carrots, and ol- 5 cups milk, warmed ive tapenade and the Pan-Seared Halibut features whipped ½ pound bacon potato, mushroom, and English pea nage. 10 tablespoons butter This restaurant also features a vegetarian dish called 1 cup celery Potato-Leek and Goat Cheese Quiche. This entree is served 2 each red onions, finely chopped with melted leeks and truffle-butter sauce. Entrees range 1 ½ cups flour from $35-43 per dish. Your server can recommend a Cana- 1 quart chicken stock dian wine to enhance any of these entrees. 1 pound cheddar cheese, shredded You can accompany the entrees with several side items Salt and pepper to taste including “Poutine” Fries, Creamed Spinach, Roasted Marble 1 ½ teaspoons Tabasco sauce Potatoes, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Cauliflower Gratinee, 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce or Sautéed Mushrooms. My favorite is the “Poutine” Fries 12 ounces slightly warm ale with Canadian cheddar, truffle salt, and red wine reduction. The side items range in price from $7-8. Method of Preparation: Save room for dessert! Le Cellier features a cheesecake, Ma- 1. Slowly heat milk ple Crème Brulee (one of our favorites), sorbet, and a no sugar 2. Brown the bacon first, then render until crisp added lemon poppy seed shortcake. Another popular choice 3. Add the butter and melt is the Le Cellier Chocolate “Nanaimo” bar, and of course, what 4. Add celery and onions, cook until translucent would a Canadian-themed restaurant be without chocolate 5. Add flour and mix thoroughly to form a roux “moose”? The desserts range in price from $8-10. 6. Add chicken stock and simmer for three minutes Le Cellier is considered a Signature Table Service res- 7. Add warm milk and stir vigorously to thicken taurant for dinner and requires (2) sit down meals on the 8. Cook out roux until thickened (it should not have a Disney Dining Plan. You can make Advanced Dining Reser- starchy taste) vations with your travel agent or by calling 407-WDW-DINE. 9. Reduce heat to low, add cheese, and stir until melted Be sure you make your reservation early, as this restaurant 10. Season with kosher salt, pepper, Tabasco, and Worces- does book up quickly. Le Cellier also has a cancellation policy tershire sauce of $10 per person if you cancel less than one day prior to res- 11. Just prior to serving, add warm ale ervation or if you are no-show. 12. Garnish with cooked bacon and fresh chives.

27 · Celebrations Hollywood Studios Secrets n 1989, Michael Eisner, the CEO of the Walt Disney Company, officially opened the IDisney-MGM Studios, Walt Disney World’s third theme park. Now known as Dis- ney’s Hollywood Studios, its dedication plaque warmly welcomes us “to a Hollywood that never was—and always will be.” The park contains thrilling attractions and memorable shows, and the architecture of the park evokes Los Angeles and Hol- lywood during the glamorous 1930s and 40s, and beyond. Many of the buildings are pitch-perfect replicas of Hollywood icons, or are broadly influenced by their Los An- geles doppelgangers, and include the Carthay Circle Theatre and Grauman’s Chinese By Jamie Hecker Theatre. But beyond the glitz and the glamor of old Hollywood are some cleverly placed tributes to Walt Disney and his company. Let’s examine a few of them now. The next time you’re enjoying a stroll around Echo Lake, keep a sharp eye out for a door stenciled “Holly-Vermont Realty.” This is a sentimental nod to a young and ambitious Walt who, along with his brother Roy, founded the Disney Brothers Car- toon Studio in 1923 upon Walt’s arrival to Los Angeles. In the beginning, all Walt and Roy could afford was the back room of a local realty agency named – you guessed it – Holly-Vermont Realty. Walt and Roy got their feet wet with the Alice Comedies, and within a few years they moved to a larger studio space on Hyperion Avenue. Adding another layer to the tribute is a “for rent” sign in the window above, signifying that the Disney brothers have moved on to their new and bigger studio. While working at the studios on Hyperion, the company, now known as the Walt Disney Studio, created its iconic characters – Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and Pluto. Walt and his band of animators were pushing the envelope of artistry with the evolution of the cartoon medium, as Mickey Mouse shorts paved the way for the Silly Symphonies, which in turn led to the first feature-length animation, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The leading animators were affectionately dubbed Walt’s Nine Old Men, a name inspired by President Franklin Roosevelt’s battles with the US Supreme Court. Walt’s nine, Disney Legends all, paved the way for generations of Jamie Hecker has been a lifelong fan of Disney, and is passing on his classic animators to follow. Four of them have been immortalized at Disney’s Holly- love to his sons. He and his family wood Studios. The next time you’re in the Magic of Disney Animation building, seek visit Orlando annually and always out the interior courtyard and look for three white concrete slabs that stand in look forward to their next trip. contrast to the soft pink tiles around them. These blocks feature the signatures When not in Orlando, he resides of Marc Davis, Ward Kimball, Frank Thomas, and Ollie Johnston. All three were in- in northern Virginia with his stalled on May 1st, 1989, the opening day of the park. Each icon hand-drew their own beautiful wife Suzanne, two boys and four cats. name and provided handprints, similar to how real Hollywood stars would leave You can read more about his behind their names and footprints on the genuine Hollywood Walk of Fame. Marc “hidden Disney” musings at Davis’ animation work began with Snow White. Perhaps his most famous work was myhiddendisney.blogspot.com/ done at WED, the original name for Disney Imagineering. Pirates of the Caribbean and the Jungle Cruise are both derived from his creative mind. Ward Kimball’s legacy stretches from Pinocchio to EPCOT Center’s original World of Motion, and his own backyard railroad helped pique Walt’s interest in a personal railroad, laying the groundwork for the Disneyland Railroad. Frank and Ollie’s names are often cited together, as their body of work complements each other. They jointly wrote several books on animation, including the seminal work “Disney Animation: The Illu- sion of Life.” As a young animator, Brad Bird attended the Disney-created California Institute for the Arts, better known as CalArts, and he was heavily influenced by

Photo © Tim Foster 28 · Celebrations the teachings of Thomas and Johnston. To pay them back, he added a cameo of Frank and Ollie at the end of his first Pixar film. The next time you watch The Incredibles, look for the two older men talking about the “old school” way of doing things. Frank and Ollie themselves provided the dialog. The Nine Old Men and the army of animators were busy at work in the 1930s and 1940s, but like the rest of America, their work was greatly affected by World War II. The Studio shifted gears after the outbreak of war and partnered with the US Government to create propaganda films. However, the servicemen of our country saw Disney’s involvement in the war much more closely. The Disney Studio provided hundreds of insignias for airplanes and watercraft, all with a unique Disney style. The next time you’re enjoying a cheeseburger at Rosie’s All American Café on Sunset Boulevard, pay close attention to the artwork on the walls and you’ll spot several reproductions of authentic Disney- created insignias. Here you can find Thumper, Goofy, Don- ald Duck, and Mickey Mouse doing their patriotic duty for a nation at war. If your appetite is more thrills than fries Reluctant Dragon, a hybrid of live action and animation, and then head over to the Backlot Tour. First up is the filming of was meant to showcase Disney’s new studio to the public. the fictional movie “Harbor Attack” where we can see how The premise is that American humorist Robert Benchley a water set is used for special effects. Pay attention to the is visiting the Disney Studio to pitch an idea to Walt about PT boat on the set; it features an insignia of an angry mos- animating the short story The Reluctant Dragon. Benchley quito ready to drop a torpedo into the water. This is the logo travels throughout the studio searching for Walt, allowing Disney designed that adorned Navy torpedo boats, which us to see its various elements. Animation, sound, and cam- soon earned the nickname “mosquito boats.” Disney’s other era work, including the unique multi-plane camera, are all famous emblem from WWII is the Flying Tiger, created for prominently featured. In the end, Benchley finally meets the 1st American Volunteer Group that patrolled the skies Walt only to learn that Disney has completed animation on of the South Pacific. Throughout the entire war, the Disney The Reluctant Dragon. Studios completed over 1,200 unit insignias, all gratis to the The movie, created in 1941, mostly features actors por- military and the US government. traying studio employees, and was filmed throughout the A visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios wouldn’t be com- new facility. A temporary prop was specifically created for plete without a trip to Pixar Place to enjoy Toy Story Midway the film, placed outdoors for a short scene. You guessed it Mania. The next time you’re making the mad dash to the – it was a signpost that marked the intersection of Mickey Fastpass machines, look for the unique signpost between Avenue and Dopey Drive! This original listed Animation, One Man’s Dream and the Pixar archway. This sign features Multiplane, Ink & Paint, In Between, Special EFX, and Layout distinctive block letters, indicating it’s at the intersection Dept. All such entries were meant to showcase the work of Mickey Avenue and Minnie Lane. Additional entries on that went into an animation feature. However, when film- the sign read Post Production, Scenic & Grip, Wardrobe, Stu- ing was completed the sign remained, and has stood ever dio Offices, and Animation. It seems a natural fit for a park since, standing in tribute to a bygone era. Its cousin at Dis- themed to a working studio. But the lineage of this sign ney’s Hollywood Studios stands in similar salute. comes directly from its ancestral home in Burbank. Following the smashing success of Snow White and the At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Mickey’s sorcerer’s hat isn’t Seven Dwarfs, the Walt Disney Studio relocated to a custom the only tribute to Walt and his company. Homages can be built campus in Burbank California, where it remains today. found high and low. It’s just a matter of taking the extra One of the first features created at the new studio was The time to find it!

29 · Celebrations Disneyland Resort Time Capsules: A Trip Through History ost Guests today know about Hidden Mickeys and seek them out in every Mattraction. Others may have even discovered the golden spike survey marker that is rumored to be the center of the original Disneyland Park. Some Guests even recognize the names on the windows of Main Street, U.S.A. as those who made great contributions to the development of the Disney Parks and company. These are just a few of the many hidden treasures in Disney Parks intended for those with a sharp By J Darling eye (or sometimes, a rather creative perspective or keen imagination in the case of the Hidden Mickeys). But few Guests seek out the home, or remember the contents, of the Disneyland time capsules. Walt Disney has often been called a man ahead of his time – a visionary when it came to creating magical worlds that fans still enjoy today, both on the screen and on the streets of any Disney Park. In October of 1956, Walt was asked to write a letter predicting what the world (and entertainment) would be like in the year 2006. In the letter, he understood that people would always have a need to escape from the stress of the everyday world and step into a little bit of magic, just like at Disney- land. Guests who grew up with wonderful Disney experiences still make the trips to Disney Parks all over the world to share those memories with their children. Though Walt Disney World was not yet in the planning stages, Walt certainly hit the nail on the head. He also predicted that information would travel much faster, energy would be made cleaner (he specifically mentioned solar power) – and that J Darling is a California native and we’d hopefully have found some sense of world peace. Well, we have solar power and life long Disney fan. Her parents first the internet – though we’re still working on world peace. Two out of three ain’t bad. took her to Disneyland when she was As Walt said on Disneyland’s opening day, “To all who come to this happy place; 2 years old. According to them, her welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past...and eyes just popped out of her head, and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedi- apparently they never went back in. cated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America...with Outside of her Disney fandom, J is a singer, songwriter, blogger, and the hope that it will be a source of joy and inspiration to all the world.” The fantas- theatrical actress. tic and unique thing about Disneyland is that it honors its legacy as it grows and You can find her music at changes. Disney’s California Adventure Park is keeping that legacy alive as well. www.jdarlingmusic.com Disneyland’s time capsule is shaped like Sleeping Beauty’s castle. It was buried as and on Myspace at part of the Disneyland’s 40th anniversary celebration on July 17th, 1995. The plaque www.jdarlingmusicmyspace.com. Her covering the time capsule states that it is to be reopened on July 17th, 2035, which is blogs are available at www.jjourneybook.blogspot.com. Disneyland’s 80th birthday. There were 62 items placed inside, including a 40th An- niversary Cast Member name badge bearing Mickey’s name, documents and photos of the new Indiana Jones and The Temple of the Forbidden Eye attraction which opened that year, a list of quotes from notable Disney Legends such as Marty Sklar, and an aerial view of Disneyland as it appeared in 1995. Where is the time capsule? For those that would like to go hunting, look for a golden plaque near the entrance to the castle off the hub of Main Street. This year, Disney’s California Adventure got its own time capsule. With all of the new changes coming to the park, marking its beginning seems only fitting. Since

30 · Celebrations Disneyland’s time capsule was buried in 1995, theme park capsule? Reports say current park maps, Disney’s Photo- technology has grown by leaps and bounds. FastPasses were pass cards, current park passports, a construction helmet, first introduced in 1999. Disney’s Photopass has become a a Duffy bear plush, a copy of the Orange County Register part of every Park’s day-to-day operation. Attractions such newspaper, a current Cast Member name tag, a Blackberry as California Dreams, the Maliboomer, ElecTRONica, and cell phone, and a piece of the Timon Parking lot. The time Superstar Limo have come and gone. Attractions such as capsule is slated to be reopened in the year 2037, 25 years af- Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, a bug’s land, Carsland, Monsters ter its burial. Inc. Sully to the Rescue, the soon-to-debut after-dark party As Walt once said, “Disneyland will never be completed. themed to Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland Mad Tea Party, It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination and World of Color have come to stay. left in the world.” It’s a legacy that the Disney Company has Unlike Disneyland’s time ‘castle’ capsule, there was no worked hard to preserve as it grows. Walt also said, “We did ceremony involved in the burial of the California Adventure it (Disneyland), in the knowledge that most of the people I time capsule. The event was video-taped and broadcast on- talked to thought it would be a financial disaster - closed line, but due to the construction, that’s as close as the public and forgotten within the first year.” While each Disney Park could get to witnessing the event itself. The time capsule has had its growing pains over the years, this author feels is buried at the heart of Buena Vista Street, the new entry an immense sense of gratitude that those people were ‘land’ to the Park. It’s a fitting tribute to Walt, as the area is wrong about Disneyland. Be sure to be on the lookout for themed after Los Angeles as it may have appeared during the plaque marking Disney California Adventure’s time cap- the 1930s, when Walt Disney arrived to pursue his dream. sule and snap a photo with it! It might end up in a time cap- So what made the cut for inclusion in the newest time sule of its own someday.

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You may be in central Florida, but try telling that to your senses once you step foot onto the Harambe Wildlife Reserve. It’s here on this reserve where you set off for a two-week trek through the savanna and brush of East Africa. Your ride vehicle, Simba 1, is the only thing that separates you from over 40 different species of wildlife (relax, there’s a slew of invisible barriers as well). So climb aboard and get ready for the expedition of a lifetime on Kilimanjaro Safaris!

32 · Celebrations ilimanjaro Safaris has been taking Guests on a breath- they hoped to provide. While there was no avoiding the bar- Ktaking tour of the African savanna ever since Disney’s riers required to keep the animals separated from Guests Animal Kingdom opened its gates in 1998. But the roots for and vice versa (as well as keeping the animals apart from the attraction go back much further than that. Things be- each other), the Imagineers strived to keep things feeling as gan to take shape shortly after Walt Disney World’s third lifelike as possible; carefully designing the barriers so they park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios (then known as the Dis- blended seamlessly into the surrounding landscape and ney-MGM Studios), opened in 1989. Soon after Guests were would be virtually invisible to the naked eye. But the bar- able to relive the magic of the movies, plans were in the riers were only part of the work. Some of the animals were works to immerse them in the wonderful and exotic world going to require overnight housing, and in addition, there of the animal kingdom. With Disney’s Animal Kingdom now was major landscaping that had to be done. Not only for the on the drawing boards, a safari ride would clearly be the fo- safari, mind you, but also for the entire park. Trees, shrubs, cal point of the new park. The man in charge of bringing and grass all needed to be planted and given an appropri- this safari-themed attraction to life (as well as the majority ate amount of time to grow. Compounding the challenge, of the Animal Kingdom park) was the large number of animals that Joe Rhode. By the late 1980s, Rhode would soon arrive required lots of was a veteran Imagineer of nearly a sustained vegetation. In many cas- decade. He had put his special touch es, this meticulous growing process on several projects for the company, began up to two years before the ar- including Captain EO, the Adventur- rival of the first animal. In addition, ers Club, and World Showcase’s Mex- the animals themselves had to be ico and Norway pavilions, to name a selected, and permits needed to be few. It was a task that Rhode and his obtained. But finally on April 22, 1998, team were more than ready to tack- after nearly a decade in the making, le, and in the summer of 1990, their the first safari truck pulled away work on the project officially began. from the loading dock and made its One of the first orders of busi- way onto the 100-acre savanna. Kili- ness was a field trip to get a feel manjaro Safaris was officially open for the natural environments they for business. would be recreating. A trip to the As with any safari, the main at- local zoo? Hardly. Rhode and his traction here is the animals. You’ll team actually travelled to the East find no shortage here on the sa- African countries of Kenya and Tan- vanna. In fact, Kilimanjaro Safaris zania for what would be the first of six trips to the region. is home to over forty different species. The list reads like a On these trips, the crew gathered valuable knowledge and “who’s who,” with animals such as cheetahs, elephants, gi- information, and they also collected a plethora of authentic raffes, zebras, mandrills, hippos, crocs, flamingos, warthogs, artifacts to bring back. In addition, they carefully observed wildebeest, black rhinos, white rhinos, Thomson’s gazelles, all of the native customs of the local people, as well as their and lions all taking up residence within the confines of the relationships with the various animals in the region. Since attraction. You’ll even find four different species of ducks they were researching a safari attraction, they were also (much to Donald’s delight!). The driver of the safari truck able to take part in several locally-run expeditions while also serves as your tour guide, pointing out all of the ani- they were there. For Rhode and his team, no stone went un- mals and answering any questions that you may have. turned. This knowledge was immediately put to good use, In true Disney fashion, the Imagineers created a detailed and construction on both the attraction and the park soon history of the attraction to lay the foundation for all that began. One of the challenges was to provide Guests with an you see. The story begins as soon as you enter the tiny East authentic world where they could see the animals in their African town of Harambe. As you make you way through natural habitats. In doing so, the team realized that artifi- the crowded streets and pass by the shops and restaurants, cial fences and walls would ruin the immersive experience the air is alive with the sweet smells and vibrant sounds of

Photos © Tim Foster 33 · Celebrations Soon you’ll climb aboard your safari truck and disembark from the loading dock, ready to explore the beauty of the African landscape. The forests and rivers all have names, like Safi River (where you’ll find Nile crocodiles and hippos) and Ukungu Forest (home to the bongo and okapi). Remember warden Wilson? You’ll hear him throughout your journey as he continues to check in with the safari driver via the radio. Wilson first warns of potential poachers in the area, and then proceeds to report that a baby elephant the region. You’ll soon find yourself at the entrance to the has been picked up wandering apart from his mother. Vet- Harambe Wildlife Reserve. According to local legend, the erans of the safari know this elephant to be Little Red, while Reserve was established in 1971, and serves as a sanctuary his mom has been appropriately dubbed Big Red (though all for the animals, who are constantly being threatened by mention of the names has been wiped from the attraction). poachers. In addition, the reserve also helps out the citi- With poachers in the reserve, and a mother elephant unac- zens of Harambe by providing the tiny town with jobs and counted for, the hunt is now on to find her and make sure economic security. As you explore Harambe, you’ll find no- this story has a happy ending! tices and advertisements for several safaris, but only one In the end, Wilson is able to capture the poachers and of them can be the best, and that’s Kilimanjaro Safaris. The bring them to justice. The mother elephant is found un- reputable company’s “Signature Safari” is a two-week trek harmed, and is eventually reunited with her baby. Simba 1, through the East African terrain, and that’s where your ad- your ride vehicle, even gets to play a role in the apprehen- venture begins. (Did you forget to pack your suitcase? Don’t sion of the poachers. The storyline may play a supporting worry, the actual journey only takes 22 minutes.) role to the actual animals, but it’s a vital component of the As you enter into the queue, the storyline continues. attraction. It helps hammer home the critical dangers that Hanging television monitors introduce you to wildlife bi- these animals face, and it also promotes the overall urgency ologist Catherine Jobson, as well as the warden of the re- for continued conservation efforts worldwide. serve, a gentleman by the name of Wilson Matua. Get used But the storyline hasn’t always followed this particular to good ol’ Wilson, as he’s going to be in radio contact with script. In fact, the attraction has seen several modifications your vehicle at various points throughout the safari. You’ll since its inception. The first change took place before the also discover the offices of Kilimanjaro Safaris, as well as a general public even had a chance to experience it. In the number of maps and signs hanging around the offices of original ending of the ride, the poachers got the best of Big the safari company. There’s even a sign that urges Guests to Red, sadly making an orphan out of Little Red. Although it immediately report any signs of poaching. was a very real reminder of the dangers that animals like elephants face, the grisly finale was just too graphic, and was thus changed before the attraction’s public debut on April 22, 1998. In May of 2007, nearly a dozen modifications took place. Most of the changes were of the subtle variety, ones that the average park-goer probably didn’t even notice. These included things like the timing of the narration and the position of the truck containing Red in the finale. Signif- icant modifications included the removal of the elephant’s names from the narration. Now they are simply referred to as mother and baby. Also removed was all mention by Wil-

34 · Celebrations son of Ms. Jobson on the radio chat- ter. In February, it was announced that the finale scene would be completely revamped. The truck, along with the rescued Little Red, will be removed from the savanna altogether. In its place will be a herd of (real) zebra, which will add one more opportunity to catch a glimpse of some live animals before the conclusion of the safari. The changes are expected to be in place by autumn of 2012. Many people often speculate, “What would Walt think of this?” or “Would Walt approve of on the radio. At this point the driver briefly turns on the that?” But the fact of the matter is that Kilimanjaro Safaris radio for a little music break. The song heard is Happa Du- incorporates that crucial element that Walt so deeply want- niani by African Dawn. ed to include in his original version of Disneyland’s Jungle • The safari company is named after Mount Kilimanjaro, Cruise so many years ago: live animals. Audio-Animatronics which is the highest mountain in Africa. Mount Kiliman- are impressive works of art, and they can be programmed jaro can be found in the East African country of Tanzania, to do what you want, when you want. But they are not liv- which just so happens to be one of the countries that Joe ing, breathing animals. That’s what Walt loved, and that’s Rhode and his crew visited during their research trips. what he longed for when he closed his eyes and dreamed • The ostrich eggs visible on the safari do not actually have up his original vision for Jungle Cruise. It may have taken a soon-to-be babies in them. Prior to the attraction’s open- little time, but that’s exactly what Joe Rhode and his dedi- ing, the eggs were filled with concrete and placed there for cated team of Imagineers have brought to the “Florida Proj- show. ect” with Kilimanjaro Safaris. • In the early days of the attraction, there was an additional Cast Member on each ride vehicle. The Cast Member Secrets & Little Known Facts (equipped with gun!) would save the day, as they played • The word Harambe means “working together” in Swahili. the vital role of stopping the poachers in the end. The role • Every ride vehicle at the attraction is named Simba 1. So if was eliminated from the storyline after a few years, and you’ve ever wondered why you always manage to hitch a the drivers now serve as the lone Cast Member inside the ride in Simba 1 and never Simba 2 or Simba 3, this is why! safari trucks. • The ride vehicles are modified GMC trucks that run, not on • Many people often wonder why there aren’t any tigers to gasoline, but on liquid propane. be found on Kilimanjaro Safaris. This is because tigers are • Many tricks are in use to entice the animals to stay in view native to Asia, not Africa. Their presence would compro- of the Guests. One of these tricks is a simple misting of the mise the attraction’s storyline, thus the reason for their rocks around the lions. The cool mist is a proven favorite omission. (But if you really want to see some tigers, don’t amongst the big cats. fret. Just wander over to the Maharajah Jungle Trek to • With 100 acres of savanna, 800 square-feet of natural ter- catch a glimpse of these regal beasts.) rain, and a total site area of nearly 5 MILLION square-feet, • Today, the ride vehicles cease operation at sunset. However, Kilimanjaro Safaris is the largest attraction in Disney this hasn’t always been the case. During the holiday season Theme Park history. It’s so big that you could actually fit of its first year (1998), the attraction continued to run well the entire Magic Kingdom inside! after the sun had gone down. Known as “Kilimanjaro Night • At one point during the attraction, you’ll enter the only Safaris,” this would be the only time in its history that the part of the reserve where music stations can be picked up attraction would operate after sunset.

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36 · Celebrations hether you take Director’s Drive, Premiere Way, or Inside, you’ll find the check-in/check-out desks, as well as WShow Biz Lane, the story follows the same script. It’s the World Premiere Food Court, which has been cleverly a script that’s been in place since January 15, 1999, the day themed to resemble the lobby and concession stands of a Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort welcomed its premiere au- local theater. Large marquees, movie posters, velvet ropes, dience. When it opened, All-Star Movies became the third and hundreds of bright bulbs highlight the area. In addition, offering in Walt Disney World’s “Value Category,” joining its framed photos of some of Hollywood’s most elite celebrities neighboring resorts All-Star Music and All-Star Sports. Nat- line the walls nearby (be sure to keep your eyes peeled for urally, the theme here is movies, and there’s no shortage of several classic pictures of Walt Disney himself, including a Disney classics on display here. A quintet of films makes the classic shot of him and Shirley Temple). It’s here that you’ll transition from the big screen to real life: 101 Dalmatians, The also find Donald’s Double Feature. Similar to Maestro Mick- Love Bug, The Mighty Ducks, Toy ey’s over at All-Star Music and Story, and Fantasia. Like its sis- Sport Goofy’s at All-Star Sports, ter resorts, All-Star Movies fea- a little bit of creativity has tures ten Guest room buildings transformed a simple gift shop which are split up among five into an animated world right distinctly themed areas. from one of Walt’s classics. Don- Each area is filled with over- ald is the star here, playing the sized icons and statues, many role of a theater proprietor. As of which stand as tall as the usual, he’s just one step away three-story buildings them- from complete chaos, as his ev- selves. Massive duck-shaped er-mischievous nephews Huey, goalie masks flank the build- Dewey, and Louie are on hand ings in the Mighty Ducks sec- to lend their unwanted servic- tion, and Herbie has been es to Uncle Donald. Evidence of brought to the Winner’s Circle this can be found if you look up in the Love Bug area. The 30- at the sign, as you’ll see Dewey foot tall canine couple of Pongo has gotten himself into a bit of and Perdita stands guard over a tangled predicament. Inside the Dalmatians wing, and an the store, Louie can be spot- army of pail-toting brooms ted dangling from a rope in lines the buildings in the Fanta- the rafters. Huey is right there sia section. Speaking of armies, in the mix as well, as the entire there’s a corps of plastic green trio threatens to put a monkey troops watching over the Toy wrench in the cogs of Donald’s Story area. You’ll also find some Double Feature. Situations sim- of Andy’s other childhood fa- ilar to this one have been play- vorites on display here, including some enormous replicas ing out since the boys’ first cartoon, Donald’s Nephews, de- of Buzz Lightyear and Sheriff Woody. Buzz tops out at a buted in 1938. After all these years, Uncle Donald still hasn’t height of nearly 50 feet, and Woody’s so tall that he had to wised up to their antics, as the hijinks continue to play out be maneuvered into a sitting position. Why? In the movies, inside Cinema Hall like a vintage cartoon. Woody only stands upright when no one but the other toys The resort’s theme isn’t confined merely to Cinema Hall and are around to see him. So to keep every little detail accurate, the Guest buildings. You’ll also discover the magic of the big the Sheriff has been strategically propped up against one of screen at the resort’s swimming pools. There are two pools Andy’s bookshelves. at All-Star Movies, with the feature pool located in the Fan- The five themed sections surround Cinema Hall, which tasia area. Aptly titled the Fantasia Pool, this refreshing oa- serves as the main building and central hub of the resort. sis brings one of the film’s most iconic scenes vibrantly to

Photos © Tim Devine 37 · Celebrations life. A statue of Sorcerer Mickey boldly stands on a cliffside perch, firmly in control of the aquatics below. Clad in his trademark red robe and sorcerer hat, Mickey commands the water to shoot up and dance. This water feature comes courtesy of a built in squirting mechanism, which allows the Mickey statue to double as a playful fountain. The second pool is much smaller (just under half the size of Fantasia Pool), and can be found in the Mighty Ducks area. Known as the Duck Pond Pool, this swimming pool is reminiscent of a hockey rink that has been out in the Florida sun for too long. Goofy is even on hand to don the goalie equipment and play the role of net minder. One thing you won’t find here though is any frozen ice; it’s all melted away. What’s been left behind is a fun-filled aquatic play land that Coach Gordon Bombay would be proud of! From Sorcerer Mickey and goalie Goofy all the way up to Buzz Lightyear and Sheriff Woody, you’ll find an All-Star cast at All-Star Movies!

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• Each of the films featured at the resort come from fran- chise lines as oppose to being from singular movies. Toy Story, Mighty Ducks, and The Love Bug have all had multiple sequels. In addition, the 101 Dalmatians saga features both an animated version as well as a live action version. Finally, there’s Fantasia, which saw its first sequel come sixty years after its original release in the form of Fantasia 2000. • Several of the icons (including the green Army men buck- ets in the Toy Story area and the fire hydrants in the Dal- matians wing) serve a dual purpose, as they also cover up the buildings’ staircases. • Even from a sitting position, Woody towers over the landscape at a staggering 30 feet. • When the resort first opened, only two of the five sections were open for business: 101 Dalmatians and Mighty Ducks. The Love Bug and Fantasia wings would follow six weeks later, with Toy Story being the final section to welcome Guests, opening exactly three months to the day after the resort’s initial opening. • The Fantasia section is the closest of the five areas in proximity to Cinema Hall. If you want a room that’s close to the transportation and food court, you are going to want to request a room in Fantasia. • Conversely, if you’re looking for a little bit of peace and quiet, then the Love Bug section is going to be your best bet. Herbie and friends can be found in the far back of the resort, making for a little less hustle and bustle. • The gigantic icon of Pongo weighs 17,000 pounds! . At just over 60 acres in size, All-Star Movies could fit com- fortably inside the confines of Kilimanjaro Safaris. In fact, there would still be nearly enough space left over for one of the other All-Star Resorts! • There aren’t too many Hidden Mickeys to be found at All- Star Movies, but there are a few of them out there if you know where to look. For starters, head over to the area of the Fantasia Pool. Study the patterns of the nearby trees and you just might notice that three of them have been bunched together. Go in for a closer look at the landscaping around their bases, and you’ll discover that they have been arranged in the shape of that classic tri-circle design. • The hunt continues in the Toy Story section. Head over to Andy’s game of checkers, and take a real close look at the pieces on the game board. You’ll soon discover that the checkers have all been topped with classic tri-circle Mickeys!

Photos © Tim Devine 39 · Celebrations 40 · Celebrations Continuing the epic big-screen adventures started in “Iron Man,” environments, but there is no substitute for starting with a “The Incredible Hulk,” “Iron Man 2,” “Thor,” and “Captain America: The real image and adding what you need.” First Avenger,” “Marvel’s The Avengers” is the Super Hero team up of Cinematographer Seamus McGarvey stated that he com- a lifetime. When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens posed the frame with an 1.85:1 aspect ratio to cope with the global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the international varying heights of the main characters, explaining that peacekeeping agency known as SHIELD, finds himself in need of a “shooting 1.85:1 is kind of unusual for an epic film like this, but team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. we needed the height in the screen to be able to frame in all the characters like Hulk, Captain America and Black Widow, The Making of an Epic who is much smaller. We had to give them all precedence Principal photography for The Avengers began on April and width within the frame. Also, Joss [Whedon] knew the 25, 2011 in Albuquerque, New Mexico with additional film- final battle sequence was going to be this extravaganza in ing taking place in Cleveland, Ohio and New York City. In Manhattan, so the height and vertical scale of the buildings July 2011, secondary filming took place about an hour out- was going to be really important.” About his visual approach, side Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the Butler area. A chase McGarvey remarked “Joss and I were keen on having a very sequence was also shot in Worthington, Pennsylvania at visceral and naturalistic quality to the image. We wanted this Creekside Mushroom Farms, the world’s largest single-site to feel immersive and did not want a ‘comic book look’ that mushroom farm, which provided 150 miles of abandoned might distance an audience with the engagement of the film. limestone tunnels 300 feet below the ground for filming. We moved the camera a lot on Steadicam, cranes and on dol- In August, production moved to Cleveland, where the lies to create kinetic images; and we chose angles that were city’s East 9th Street was chosen as a double for New York dramatic, like low angles for heroic imagery.” City’s 42nd Street to be used in climactic battle scenes. Army Reserve soldiers assigned to the Columbus, Ohio-based 391st Little Known Facts Military Police Battalion provided background action dur- The Avengers is the twelfth film to surpass the $1 billion ing the battle scenes. Staff Sgt. Michael T. Landis stated mark worldwide, and the tenth to surpass the $400 million the use of real soldiers made the scenes more realistic and mark in the USA. It tied with Avatar and Harry Potter and helped portray the Army in a more positive light, explain- the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 for surpassing the $1 billion mark ing that, “It’s easy for us to make on-the-spot corrections to worldwide in the fastest time (19 days) and set the record of tactics and uniforms, the director actually took our recom- surpassing the $400 million mark in the USA (14 days). mendation on one scene and let us all engage the enemy Pixar fans will recognize A113 as a number that’s appeared as opposed to only the gunners in the trucks engaging”. in all of the Pixar films. “A113” is a reference to the room Filming also took place in the large vacuum chamber at number for graphic design at CalArts. In The Avengers, look the NASA Plum Brook Station near Sandusky, Ohio. The sta- closely at the news clip of the waitress that appears on Nick tion’s Space Power Facility was used to portray a S.H.I.E.L.D. Fury’s computer screen toward the end of the film. It is list- research facility. A series of explosions were filmed at the ed as SHIELD File A113. Chevrolet powertrain plant in Parma, Ohio as part of the Mark Ruffalo personally portrays the Hulk through virtual- battle sequence that began in Cleveland. camera motion-capture. Previous live-action versions have In September, production moved to New York City for had Bruce Banner and the Hulk be played by separate people two days of wrap up filming. Filming locations there includ- (Bill Bixby and bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno), or had the Hulk ren- ed Park Avenue and Central Park. For scenes taking place in dered into the film in computer-generated imagery. Manhattan, visual effects supervisor Jake Morrison shot The Avengers is the first Marvel film to be distributed by aerial footage for over three days to use as background Walt Disney Pictures. To promote the film, the red monorail plates, elaborating “My focus is to get as much aerial work at Walt Disney World has been wrapped with an Avengers in as possible for the audience to see the big expanses, the overlay, similar to the Tron overlay used to promote Tron: wide establishing shots, while also making sure that the ef- Legacy. You can spot the monorail riding the express loop fects work doesn’t look too computer generated. We’re get- to the Magic Kingdom, and for those keeping track, the red ting much better at making entirely computer-generated monorail is that one that received the overlay.

Artwork ©Disney 41 · Celebrations Taking the Plunge on Splash Mountain by Don Myers Jr.

42 · Celebrations Photo ©Tim Devine 43 · Celebrations Dreaming of a Mountain Splash Mountain’s roots extend all the way out to Califor- nia and a fateful summer day in 1983. As is often the case, inspiration came from several seemingly unrelated sources. It was around this time that a team of Disney Imagineers, led by Tony Baxter, was trying to come up with an attraction to replace the Audio-Animatronics show America Sings, which had been running in Disneyland’s Carousel Theater in To- morrowland since the summer of 1974. The show (which took Guests through a musical history of the USA) wasn’t packing in the crowds as it had been in its early days, and a change was also needed to bolster the Guest flow in that section of the park. They considered several possibilities, but nothing seemed quite right. Baxter was also trying to come up with ideas to increase the popularity of Bear Coun- try, home to the Country Bear Jamboree and one of the more lightly-traveled areas in all of Disneyland. (It seemed that the folks out west weren’t as enamored with the country-crooning bears as their southern counterparts in Flor- ida.) Coincidentally, it was during this time that Dick Nunis, President of Walt Disney Attractions, was independently pushing hard for the development of a water flume attraction for the parks. This was something that was commonplace at other theme parks around the globe, yet no Disney Park had one. While the Imagineers resisted the idea of such a commonplace attraction being placed into a Disney park, Nunis continued to press hard. Then one hot summer day, wenty years ago this summer, Splash Mountain sent Baxter was stuck in traffic on the way to work. It may have Tits first Guests plummeting into the wet and wild briar been the sweltering heat that made him long for a way to patch and carved itself a place of honor among the Magic cool off, or the opportunity for his mind to wander that led Kingdom’s trio of mountains. Today, after countless cho- him to reminisce about the tales from the Disney film, Song ruses of “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah” and ominous climbs up that of the South. Whatever the reason, an idea suddenly popped dark tunnel, Splash Mountain has etched its name firmly into his head that could address all three of these seemingly among Walt Disney World’s most elite attractions. But in disparate challenges. Br’er Rabbit, Br’er Bear, Br’er Fox, and the early years of the park, the phrase “Mountains of the the rest of the rascals from Song of the South could serve Magic Kingdom” and the idea of a flume ride in Frontierland as the perfect basis for a water-based attraction in Bear were foreign concepts. When the Magic Kingdom opened Country. Such an attraction could make use of the Anima- its gates, Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, tronics already in use for America Sings. Upon arriving at and of course Splash Mountain were all just tiny sparks in the office, Baxter anxiously presented his concept to the the creative minds of Disney Imagineers. Then, one by one, team, and they enthusiastically hopped on board. Story- the Magic Kingdom mountains began to rise up. Space boards were drawn up, models were constructed, and mu- Mountain was the first, making its official debut in January sic was arranged and recorded. It was time to pitch the idea, of 1975, with Big Thunder Mountain Railroad following five and the timing couldn’t be better. Arriving to see what the years later. As the 1980s gave way to the 1990s, it had been Imagineering team was up to was new CEO Michael Eisner, some time since the Magic Kingdom’s special club had wel- and the Imagineers were anxious to show off all of their comed in a new member. new ideas. (They also had an idea for an attraction based on

44 · Celebrations Photos © Tim Devine a rather popular science fiction film, but the story of Star keep calling these things mountains,” said Eisner. And so, the Tours is a tale for another time!) green light was given to begin work on Splash Mountain in Eisner and his team of experts, including his fourteen- 1986, though it would take another three years for the at- year old son, listened intently to the team’s pitch. Upon traction to be completed. hearing that the attraction would feature the world’s lon- After extensive planning and soaring costs, Disneyland’s gest flume drop, they were sold. Well, on everything except Critter Country (as the area was now known) became the the name, that is. Baxter and his team had dubbed the new new home for Splash Mountain. The attraction made its de- attraction the Zip-A-Dee River Run, playing off the famous but on July 17, 1989, which just so happens to be same date song that would be the focal point of the attraction. How- that the park itself opened back in 1955. The 1946 Disney film, ever, to Eisner the name sounded a bit too cute; what teen- which served as the inspiration for the attraction, was in it- ager would want to ride a flume called the Zip-A-Dee River self based upon characters from the writings of Joel Chan- Run? But what else to name it? Eisner suggested tying it dler Harris. Just about all of the (non-human) characters into the new Disney/Touchstone film, Splash. He even sug- from the film were present and accounted for, including gested incorporating the film’s main character, a mermaid, Br’er Bear, Br’er Fox, Mr. Bluebird, and of course, Br’er Rabbit. into the attraction. The Imagineers pointed out that a mer- The movie’s soundtrack was also brought back to life, with maid wouldn’t fit into the theming of the area to which songs like How Do You Do, Ev’rybody’s Got a Laughin’ Place, Eisner reluctantly agreed, but despite that the name stuck. and the iconic Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah all featured prominently It was also Eisner’s idea to append the word “mountain” at in the new attraction. Additionally, there were a few other the end, and thus was born the concept of the Disney moun- familiar faces that weren’t from the film. Disneyland vet- tains. While several mountains had come before (the Mat- erans would recognize them as characters from America terhorn, Big Thunder Mountain, and Space Mountain), the Sings, the very attraction that Splash Mountain was re- thought of linking them thematically as a signature group placing. Several of the old Audio-Animatronic figures were of headliner attractions hadn’t occurred yet. “We should just spruced up and re-used for the attraction, including the

45 · Celebrations vulture duo affectionately known as the Boothill Boys (in Railroad Station was constructed in the space between the America Sings, the boys would indulge Guests with tales two mountains. This closure was necessary, but it brought about outlaw Billy the Kid). The attraction was an instant about a dilemma. The Walt Disney World Railroad was a success at Disneyland, so it was only a matter of time before huge favorite, and was also a major mode of transportation a version would find its way to Florida. around the Magic Kingdom. Rather than close it down all together, it was decided that the train would continue to Br’er Rabbit, Coming Through! operate, bypassing Frontierland all together and shuttling It had been twelve years since Big Thunder Mountain back and forth between the Main Street, U.S.A. and Mickey’s Railroad joined Space Mountain at the Magic Kingdom, and Starland stations while construction commenced. in 1991, construction began on the newest addition to the Magic Kingdom mountains. The attraction was to take up Building a Mountain residence in Frontierland, right next to Big Thunder Moun- Before Guests could find their Laughin’ Place, Imagineers tain Railroad. But there was a small problem. To make room had to construct a gigantic mountain in the middle of Fron- for Splash Mountain, the Frontierland Railroad Station tierland. However, this would be no ordinary mountain. was going to have to be relocated. As a result, the old sta- Rather than rocks, boulders, and dirt, this mountain would tion was completely demolished, and a new Frontierland be constructed of steel and concrete. A mighty steel skele-

46 · Celebrations Photos © Tim Devine ton lies at the heart of Splash vironments was nothing new to the Imagineering depart- Mountain, serving not only ment. (Examples of this often-overlooked skill can be found as a structural basis for all in Adventureland, the Animal Kingdom, the Wilderness of the elements that would Lodge, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and many other come later, but also as a places at Walt Disney World.) In the case of Splash Mountain, framework for the many me- part of the challenge was the need to incorporate it into the chanical elements that keep nearby surroundings. In Disneyland, that included attrac- everything moving along. tions such as the Haunted Mansion and Tom Sawyer Island. Developed by Dennis A. Mur- Inspiration for the color scheme came from Song of the phy Design & Drafting Ser- South itself, with care taken to ensure that the mountain vices (who also designed and was right at home in its new surroundings. Those concerns constructed the ride vehicles were reserved only for the attraction’s exterior though; for the Twilight Zone Tower once Guests entered the mountain via their plunge down of Terror), these elements in- Slippin’ Falls, the natural earth tones of the mountainside clude the ride’s track system, give way to a more vibrant interior that makes Guests feel chain lift troughs, and con- as if they’ve landed in the middle of a real life cartoon. veyor system, which includes In Florida, the coloring of the mountain needed to be both pre-lift conveyors and modified in order to bring it in line with its home in Fron- station conveyors. Construction on Splash Mountain would continue throughout 1991 and into 1992. As the steel frame neared completion, work was underway inside the mountain on the attraction’s Audio-Animatronics. In addition to Br’er Rabbit and company, other critters directly inspired by their America Sings cousins were fabricated, including the Boothill Boys, who would now bid Guests a chilling farewell just before the final plunge. The exterior rocks and interior caves and passageways were sculpted from cement. Professional plasterers created everything from cave walls and rocky facades to rustic homes and even watermelons. The use of cement not only allowed for a realistic recreation of a rugged mountain, but also provided a durable finished product that could with- stand years of being immersed in a water-soaked environment. Additionally, the natural-looking trough fit in seamlessly with the attraction’s theming, in stark contrast to the aqua-blue fiberglass chutes that were the norm among other flume-type rides. Painting the cement so that it resembled real rock was a particular challenge, even though recreating natural en-

47 · Celebrations tierland and its proximity to Big Thunder Mountain Rail- tools? Yep! As you make your way deeper into the mountain, road. Show Producer Kathy Mangum explains, “The other you’ll soon find yourself navigating through an old mine thing we really played with was the color, because you’ve got shaft before finally winding your way through Tall Tale Tun- Big Thunder Mountain next to you which of course has a lot nel and into the loading area. Along the path through Tall of warm red in it, maybe a little more orange and ochre. So Tale Tunnel, you’ll notice various signs, props, and artwork we decided to push [our version of Splash Mountain] way that pay homage to various characters from Song of the red…almost violet, and these deep, deep greens; the peaks South. At one point, you’ll even pass by the residence of Br’er look different, but we also really wanted the colors to pop Frog! One of the best props can actually be found back at the out differently.” beginning of the queue. It’s a set of newspapers, which offer a warning of the dangers that lie ahead. But these aren’t just any ordinary newspapers. Imagineers actually created a fictitious publication entitled Rabbit Tales just for the attraction. These “Special Edition” copies of Rabbit Tales can be found hanging on the large wooden barn doors in the earlier section of the queue, and if they happen to psyche you out (or if you just find yourself having second thoughts for whatever reason); don’t worry. There are several opportunities to duck out of line along the way, and there’s even a “last chance” exit in the loading area.

The Backstory of Chick-A-Pin Hill As with so many of the attractions, resorts, and even restaurants at Walt Disney World, Imagineers created a brand new backstory for Splash Mountain that goes above and beyond the film that inspired it. As the tale goes, Splash Moun- tain was originally known by the local folks as Chick-A-Pin Hill. At the bottom of Chick-A-Pin Hill was the thorny briar patch, which was home to Br’er Rabbit and his kin. The area around Chick-A-Pin Hill was flanked with water, but a dam had been constructed by the Beaver Brothers to keep the aquatics at bay. The dam did its job for a while...until things went awry at Rackety Raccoon’s juice still. Adding an exces- sive amount of berries to a new batch turned out to be a catastrophic blunder for Rackety Raccoon, a blunder that caused a massive explosion that completely leveled the still. But there were bigger problems for the critters of Chick-A- Details are the hallmark of the Disney Imagineer, and Pin Hill, as the explosion had also destroyed the dam. Water Splash Mountain is a prime example. Authentic props and rushed through the area, completely transforming every numerous “little touches” are on display from the moment nook and cranny. From that day forward, Chick-A-Pin Hill you enter the queue. Instrumental versions of the attrac- was known as Splash Mountain! tion’s songs can be heard playing throughout the winding interior. Props such as wooden barrels, crates, horse yokes, Changes at Splash Mountain metal milk containers, a butter churner, and sacks of grain For the majority of the year, the briar patch is a bustling can be found in the barn as soon as you pass through the destination. But around the same time each year (usually large wooden doors and make your way into the heart of the February), the screams subside, and the mountain goes queue. In addition, the walls are lined with dimly lit oil lan- quiet. During this annual refurbishment, all of the water is terns, illuminating a collection of old mining tools. Mining drained out of the attraction. With the mountain complete-

48 · Celebrations Photos © Tim Devine ly devoid of liquid, the lifts and near half-mile concrete flume slight change. As the result of an earlier modification, wa- are free to receive some much-needed attention. Anything ter cannons let loose with a drenching stream of water to- else that may be in need of repair can also be addressed at ward newly-embarked logs as they circled around the final this time as well. When the work has been completed, water plunge. This meant that Guests were often soaked before is pumped back in, and the attraction is as good as new. The the ride had barely started. This may have been a welcome closure time varies from year to year based on exactly how refreshment on a hot Florida afternoon, but it negated the much work the mountain needs, but generally it’s going to strategy of minimizing or maximizing your chances of get- begin sometime in January and run anywhere from four to ting wet by picking the appropriate seat (up front to get eight weeks. Oh, and if you’re wondering how they get that wet, in the back to stay dry). The water cannons have now much water in and out of the attraction, Splash Mountain been modified so as to narrowly miss the logs; a welcome comes equipped with a reservoir that can hold 950,000 gal- change for those of us who enjoy Splash Mountain but can lons of water! do without the dripping wet shorts! The attraction has seen a few small modifications since its 1992 opening. When Fastpass debuted at the Magic King- This summer, Splash Mountain celebrates its 20th an- dom in the summer of 1999, Splash Mountain was one of niversary at Walt Disney Word’s Magic Kingdom. From the the first attractions to offer the service (along with Space first day of its “soft opening” back on July 17, 1992, the attrac- Mountain). Then in 2008, an additional loading area was tion has been a crowd favorite. After twenty years and constructed. This increased the total from two loading ar- countless plunges into the briar patch, it’s safe to say that eas to three, and the addition was completed during the Splash Mountain has definitely garnered that prestigious attraction’s annual January/February down time. The ride “icon status” among WDW attractions. So what are you wait- vehicles received a safety upgrade during the annual clo- ing for? Your “Laughin’ Place” is well within your grasp...just sure in 2011, as lap bars were added to each log. It was also as long as you’re brave enough to face a 52 1/2-foot plunge in 2011 that the attraction’s “splash sequence” underwent a at 40 mph!

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50 · Celebrations Photo © Tim Devine O CANADAby Lori Elias

51 · Celebrations walk through the Canada Pavilion in Epcot’s World of those who live there are members of Aboriginal bands. A Showcase is essentially a circle tour of “the True North Canada’s 600-plus tribes of indigenous peoples are divided strong and free,” as Canada’s national anthem proudly pro- into three ethnicities: the “First Nations,” which refers to the claims. The varied landscapes of the pavilion reflect the original inhabitants of Canada (known as “Native Americans” diverse geography and cultures of Canada’s ten provinces in the U.S.A.), whose roots in Canada date back to between and three territories. Here you’ll discover everything from 50,000 and 25,000 B.C.; the Métis, who are of mixed Aborigi- waterways, mountains, and flatlands, to lush countrysides nal and European heritage; and the Inuit, who live in the far and European-style communities. north. Your journey across Canada begins before you even enter Three totem poles create a magnificent entrance into the pavilion itself. The lagoon side of the pavilion is lined Canada. The two shorter totems, constructed of fiberglass, with a wooden fence sporting red maple leaves. This pictur- were designed by Disney Imagineers, while the tallest was esque area is a nod to the eastern Maritime Provinces: New carved on-site in 1998 by David Boxley, a noted artist from the Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. The name Tsimshian First Nation. A native of Alaska, Boxley has created “Canada” comes from the Huron word Kanata (“village”), so it is traditional Tsimshian art pieces for dignitaries across the fitting that the first community you encounter as you climb globe, including the King and Queen of Sweden, the Japanese the steps is an Aboriginal village, representative of Canada’s Emperor, and the President of Germany. In January 2012, he immense northern territories of the Yukon, Northwest Ter- unveiled a 22-foot totem pole for the National Museum of the ritories, and Nunavut. (The Pavilion is also wheelchair-acces- American Indian at the Smithsonian Institution in Washing- sible via the ramped entrance to the pavilion’s highly-rated ton, D.C. For Epcot’s totem pole, Boxley worked full-time for steakhouse Le Cellier on the far right of the Pavilion.) Though three months, carving out a 9000-pound red cedar log. the territories’ populations are relatively small, the majority Aside from being decorative, Boxley’s totem relays three

52 · Celebrations legends of the Raven, an important hero in the culture of the twentieth centuries. While wood is typically used to con- Tsimshian First Nation. In Tsimshian mythology, Txamsem struct northern and western Canadian structures, brick (pronounced chahm-sum) is the creator god who takes care and stone are more commonly utilized in eastern Canada. of his people, though he often does so through trickery and A Québécois stone mansion graces the left-hand side of the finds himself in messes because of it. Txamsem is a mystical street, while the imposing brick Hotel du Canada reigns on creature who becomes a raven through a magical feather the right. The Hotel du Canada is based on Le Château Lau- robe. rier in Canada’s capital city of Ottawa, as well as Le Château Boxley’s totem is read from top to bottom. The uppermost Frontenac in Québec City. (For you history buffs, Wilfred Lau- carvings relay how Txamsem faced down the Chief of the rier was Canada’s first French-speaking Prime Minister, while Sky, who kept light hidden in a box and refused to share it. By Louis de Buade, Compte de Frontenac was a great soldier as disguising himself as a crying baby, Txamsem fooled the chief well as Governor General, which is the British monarch’s rep- into releasing the moon, stars, and sun. (If you look closely un- resentative in Canada.) Though this is a very French street, der the highest hands, you might spot a Hidden Mickey!) In Guests may notice a red English phone booth, which is a tip the middle figure, Txamsem saw people fishing and attempt- of the “toque” to the British presence in Canada. (While many ed to steal their bait. He was caught by a fisherman’s hook may believe that Canada is largely French or that the French- and in order to escape removed his own beak. The fisherman English ratio is “half and half,” in reality only approximately 23 showed his friends the beak, and when it was passed to Tx- percent of the country is exclusively French-speaking in this amsem, he placed it back on his own face, returning him to officially bi-lingual country.) his former glory. The bottom carvings represent Txamsem Until 2005, the hotel housed La Boutique des Provinces, a putting on his feather robe in order to transform into the third shop featuring the work of Canadian artists as well as Raven figure. products related to Anne of Green Gables, the spunky red- The raven is also a noted symbol of the Gitxsan First Na- haired heroine created by Prince Edward Island native Lucy tion, which is closely related by language and geography to Maud Montgomery. At this time, the hotel interior is closed the Tsimshian. The Gitxsans’ ‘Ksan Village in Hazelton, British to Guests. Columbia, on Canada’s southwest coast, served as a model Like the hotels that inspired it, the Hotel du Canada was for the Trading Post shop, which is based on the longhouse constructed in the château style, which is very popular in homes inhabited by the Gitxsan. The ornate outside walls hotels and other buildings throughout Canada. The château feature paintings of a man, bear, raven, and wolf, all impor- style is known for its use of columns, turrets, and gables as tant symbols in their legends. The Pavilion’s other shop, the well as a steep, slanting roof. The roofs are traditionally con- Northwest Mercantile, adjoins the Trading Post and recalls structed of copper, which, like the Statue of Liberty, start out the pioneering days of the Canadian frontier. Made of Cana- as brown but ultimately turn green as they oxidize. dian oak, red western cedar, and fir, the Mercantile is decorat- Like the American Adventure Pavilion and Cinderella’s Cas- ed with tools and various modes of transportation used by tle, the Hotel du Canada is an example of “forced perspective.” the early settlers and indigenous peoples, including canoes, Look closely at the bricks and windows of the hotel: as the snowshoes, and toboggans. The Trading Post and Northwest building gets higher, they get notably smaller, making the ho- Mercantile offer a variety of tasty treats including maple tel appear taller than it actually is! syrup, cookies, and maple sugar candy. You’ll also find a won- Both of the original châteaus that inspired the Pavilion’s derful selection of Canadian apparel, including sweaters and centerpiece were built as part of the Canadian National Ho- other souvenirs of Canada’s National Hockey League teams. tels system in the nineteenth century. It was during this time The shops also offer plush dolls of Canada’s favorite crea- that the Canadian Pacific Railway, which stretches from tures, such as the moose, beaver, and wolf, as well as record- Montreal in the northeast to Vancouver in the southwest, ings by the Pavilion’s band-in-residence, Off Kilter. made its way westward. If you keep your eyes open, you’ll Returning to the Pavilion, Guests may notice the sharp even see a “Canadian National Hotels” logo on the side of the contrast in color and texture of the buildings as they cross hotel. This logo, created for the Pavilion, features both the a stone bridge to La Rue du St. Louis (St. Louis Street), a small fleur-de-lis, a symbol of Québec, as well as Canada’s national village reminiscent of Québec in the nineteenth and early emblem, the maple leaf.

Photo ©Tim Foster 53 · Celebrations 54 · Celebrations To the right, the hotel faces a mountain and the 30-foot came a headliner at Downtown Disney, Cirque du Soleil got Shannon Falls. From this vantage point, the hotel takes on its start through Québécois street performers in the 1980s. the appearance of the Banff Springs Hotel (also part of the While Walt Disney World Guests are more familiar with their Canadian National Hotels system) located in the western distinctive white theatre on the shore of Downtown Disney’s province of Alberta. Though Alberta is considered one of the West Side, Cirque du Soleil’s vivid blue and gold tent-shaped Prairie Provinces (along with Saskatchewan and Manitoba), headquarters remain almost 1500 miles away on the St. Law- Banff is in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Epcot’s replica rence River in Montreal. Rockies are another example of forced perspective: the plants This beautiful 14-minute film is scored by Bruce Broughton, at the bottom of the mountain are larger than those at the Oscar-nominated composer of Silverado, who also penned the top, making the mountain appearing taller than it actually is. music for Spaceship Earth and Ellen’s Energy Adventure. His As Guests move down the stairs, they find themselves on score reflects the wide variety of soundscapes heard across Salmon Island, beholding a magnificent gorge. Guests may the large and diverse nation, from the accordions of French- notice that the water is a peculiar shade of greenish-blue (or influenced Québec and cowboy songs of the prairies to the bluish-green). This is intentional, as it reflects the runoff of fiery fiddles of the Maritimes. Though Broughton is Ameri- minerals that are caused by glacier deposits. can, much of his family is Canadian, and he enjoyed reaching Beyond the gorge is Maple Leaf Mine, which resembles into that part of his background. “The ethnic music of Cana- mines found throughout northern and western Canada. da, particularly in the eastern part, is very interesting to me,” Early twentieth-century mining tools such as pick-axes and he said. The film concludes with the bilingual song “Canada shovels serve as the décor for the mine, which doubles as the (You’re a Lifetime Journey)” by Guy Bonnardot, performed by waiting area for O Canada!, the Pavilion’s Circle-Vision movie the 2006 winner of Canadian Idol, Eva Avila. narrated by Canadian comedian Martin Short. Upon emerging from the mine-theatre, Guests move past Co-sponsored by Disney and the Canadian Tourism Com- the gorge into the crowning glory of the Pavilion: the mag- mission, O Canada! was updated from the original 1982 film nificent Victoria Gardens, the largest garden area in World in September 2007, and this new version takes Guests on a Showcase. The picturesque area was inspired by the Butchart tour of the True North, exploring the country’s natural and Gardens of Brentwood Bay, British Columbia. The origins of man-made wonders. After a good-natured poke at many Butchart Gardens go back to 1909 and the estate of Jennie non-Canadians’ vision of Canada (“Here in the Great White and Robert Butchart. Robert had excavated limestone quar- North,” an authoritative voice proclaims, “it snows 24 hours a ries for his cement business, and once the quarries were ex- day, every day of the year.”), Short, a native of Hamilton, On- hausted, Jennie had them turned into the Sunken Garden, tario, interrupts the proceedings to set the record straight. which expanded over time and now attracts visitors from Beginning with Niagara Falls, Guests are shown the natural across the globe. beauty of Canada, from the world’s highest tides of the Bay of Much of the plant life found in the original gardens could Fundy in New Brunswick to the giant trees of British Colum- not be grown in Florida, as most northern vegetation cannot bia’s Cathedral Grove. Also explored are man-made attrac- survive the tropical climate. Instead, stand-ins were found: tions like the Bluenose schooner in Nova Scotia and the cos- Chinese redwoods substituted for the great redwoods found mopolitan cities of Victoria, Vancouver, and Toronto. Canada’s throughout the northern Pacific coast, and Japanese juni- athletic prowess gets a nod, from the ski slopes of the Rockies pers and Himalayan cedars replaced the Canadian versions and National Hockey League arenas, to Blue Jays’ baseball at of these trees. A Florida red maple tree is used in place of the Rogers Centre and ice-skating on Ottawa’s Rideau Canal. the Canadian maple, whose leaf serves as Canada’s familiar The end of the film features a salute to many Canadian-born national symbol. Flowers such as roses and azaleas are not performers including William Shatner, Avril Lavigne, Keanu planted in the ground but are kept in pots so that they may Reeves, Mike Myers, Kim Cattrall, Alex Trebek, and Donald be quickly and easily replaced should they succumb to the Sutherland…just to name a few! tropical heat. A charming stone cottage rests in the garden, Short even gets in on the action, portraying a cowboy and while it may seem like a suitable home for Snow White, it roping a calf (or is it the other way around?) at the Calgary is actually a storage shed for gardening equipment! Stampede in Alberta, a pee-wee hockey star-in-the-making A journey through a nation as vast as Canada requires in Ontario, and an acrobat in Cirque du Soleil. Before it be- refreshment, and fortunately Guests can enjoy one of Walt

Photo ©Tim Foster 55 · Celebrations of French fries covered in cheddar cheese curds and thick, spicy gravy. The restaurant specialty is surely the hearty cheese soup made with Cana- dian cheddar and Moosehead beer, and the restaurant is also well known for their delectable desserts, particularly the melt-in-your-mouth maple crème brulée. Le Cellier owns up to Disney World’s most highly-rated restaurants: Le Cellier its ambience by featuring a wide variety of Canadian wines. Steakhouse. Its name means “cellar,” and the restaurant is Vineyards are common in British Columbia and Ontario, es- fashioned after a traditional wine cellar. (Pay attention and pecially in the Niagara region, and Le Cellier offers a generous you just might spot the Hidden Mickeys created by wine bot- listing of reds, whites, and ice wines. Patrons enjoy their meal tles inside the restaurant’s entrance!) surrounded by maple leaf-based décor and engraved metal Le Cellier features food and recipes that are popular in plates of Canada’s provincial flowers. (American Guests may Canada, including a variety of seafood and steak prepara- be surprised to learn that the Mayflower is not only the ship tions, traditional northern treats like Prince Edward Island that brought the Pilgrims to our shores: it is also the provin- mussels, and poutine, a side dish from Quebec that consists cial flower of Nova Scotia!)

56 · Celebrations If you aren’t hungry enough to partake of a full meal, there Scotia” actually means “New Scotland”), while Irish music is is also a snack cart in front of the pavilion, as well as a souve- predominant in Newfoundland and Labrador. The lads of Off nir kiosk, offering tees and sweatshirts, personalized leather Kilter blend bagpipes with standard rock band instrumenta- bracelets, and other Canadian-themed gifts. And while we’re tion to cover many tunes heard throughout Canada, includ- lingering out in front of the pavilion, to the left of the en- ing old-country folksongs like “Loch Lomond,” favorites by trance steps is a “stockade” featuring First Nations art, perfect Irish and Scottish groups such as the Pogues and Battlefield for a fun and silly photo spot! Band, and of course Canadian songs, ranging from centuries- Continuing further toward the nearby United Kingdom old traditional melodies to hits by pop superstar Bryan Ad- Pavilion, you’ll encounter a favorite entertainment spot ams. among Epcot visitors; the rustic stage that plays host to the As Martin Short suggests in the film O Canada!, “There’s musical group Off Kilter. Clad in their red plaid kilts and black nothing like the real thing…so hook a left near that big silver shirts emblazoned with a maple leaf, Off Kilter provides ball and keep walking due north—you can’t miss it.” If that’s Guests with a rollicking serving of Celtic rock from their post not a possibility for you—or even if it is! —the next time you at L’Estrade du Moulin (the Mill Stage). Off Kilter follows the visit World Showcase, take the opportunity to fully explore lead of Celtic-rock bands that dot the eastern seaboard, such our northern neighbor and their rich cultural heritage as Great Big Sea (from Newfoundland and Labrador), Qué- through the wonders of the Canada Pavilion. (Special thanks bec’s Bodh’aktan, and the Boston-based Dropkick Murphys. to Canada Pavilion cast members Carrie Proctor and Arden Wil- Scottish music is prevalent in the Maritime Provinces (“Nova loughby)

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alt Disney once said, “Music has always had a promi- France film in Epcot, created the scores for a number of Dis- Wnent part in all our products, from the early cartoon ney animated and live-action films, such as The Apple Dump- days. So much so, in fact, that I cannot think of the pictorial ling Gang and The Shaggy D.A. story without thinking of the complementary music that Bruce Broughton, whose music from Silverado appears will fulfill it.” Though he was speaking of the studio’s film both in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and in the queue for work, he could just as easily be describing the Disney theme Soarin’, can be heard throughout Walt Disney World: he parks. penned the soundtracks for One Man’s Dream, Spaceship From the moment you approach the main gate of any Earth, Ellen’s Energy Adventure, and the films O Canada! and of the Walt Disney World parks, music is already doing its Honey, I Shrunk the Audience. Though his television work part to immerse you in the magic, even if you don’t real- has garnered multiple Emmy Awards, and Silverado earned ize it. As you move through each park the music provides him an Oscar nomination, Broughton has a special place in a soundtrack, or “audio wallpaper,” to enhance each leg of his heart for his theme park compositions. “I have begun your journey. several of these projects with the thought that I didn’t have Many of the parks’ composers are also known for their a clue either as to what was going on or how I would do it,” outstanding contributions to film. Jerry Goldsmith, who he said, “but I’ve honestly never worked on a theme park created the unforgettable music for the Soarin’ attraction, project that I didn’t enjoy from top to bottom. I’ve often penned the scores for Disney’s Mulan, as well as many oth- told people that theme parks and animation are the two er films includingLilies of the Field, Patton, Hoosiers, and The jobs that are the most fun, partly because the composer is Omen, for which he won an Academy Award. Disney Legend viewed as a real creative partner. The people you work with Buddy Baker, whose attraction music can be heard in the are very, very imaginative, prepared, and skilled. They know Magic Kingdom’s Haunted Mansion and the Impressions de everything about the project down to the smallest detail.”

58 · Celebrations While film and theme park attraction scoring certainly for Muppet Vision 3-D and the entire Muppets vicinity. have their unique challenges, Broughton (below) finds many similarities as well. “The process for scoring a film, whatever Magic Kingdom it is, is pretty much the same,” he explained. “However, in the In an opera or Broadway musical, the first piece of music theme park films the sequences are generally shorter and heard is the overture, an instrumental piece that presents are meant to involve the viewer much more quickly than the audience with musical themes they will hear later on in a [traditional] film, so the music is often much less con- in the production. The Magic Kingdom follows their lead by strained. In Ellen’s Energy Adventure, for example, part of providing Guests with a medley of the park’s most popular the film deals with the tunes as they approach the entranceway, including “it’s a birth of the universe. small world,” “Heigh-Ho,” and “Yo Ho (A Pirate’s Life for Me).” There was no reason to As Guests filter down Main Street, U.S.A., the mood is set be shy about making a with a series of songs evoking a beautiful day in small-town big musical statement America, such as piano tunes from the Ragtime era and on that!” melodies from classic “Americana” musicals, including Rich- And of course, the ard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II’s (below left and right) composer needs to fa- Oklahoma! and Meredith Willson’s The Music Man. miliarize him or her- self with the project at hand. “If it’s a ride you’re working on, you ride it!” Broughton said. “If it’s a show with lots of special effects, you work with storyboards until you understand what’s happening. Some- times the shows are so complex, it takes a while to know how to pull it all together with music. Working with Disney people, however, is to work with people who are extraordi- narily prepared and knowledgeable about what the attraction is, how it will play physically in its space and what the effect should be on the audience.”

Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ effect on their Guests is to place them in the magic of making movies as soon as they In order to keep the diverse music from overlapping, enter the park. As Guests approach the gate, they are greet- there is a “fade out” as Guests depart one section of the park ed by some of film’s most glorious scores, including John and a “fade in” as they approach another. For example, as Williams’ well-known Superman and the theme from televi- Guests leave Main Street, U.S.A. and veer left, they may no- sion’s hit series Dallas by Jerrol Immel. tice that the all-American tunes slowly give way to the ex- As Guests move down Hollywood Boulevard, they are im- otic sounds of marimbas, drums, and claves, luring them to mersed in the “Golden Age of Hollywood” through the décor Adventureland, where the music takes a decidedly tropical of the buildings, the starlets and directors moving through turn. The change is seamless and subtle, and many Guests the throngs, and of course the music, reminiscent of the are surprised when they notice the transition for the first films of the thirties and forties. Movies are the name of the time. Middle Eastern music takes over near The Magic Car- game at DHS, and film scores such as James Horner’s rollick- pets of Aladdin and the Agrabah Bazaar, beckoning visitors ing Rocketeer and Erich Korngold’s swash-buckler Captain to a “faraway place...when the wind’s from the east and the Blood serve as the audio backdrop throughout the park, sun’s from the west and the sand in the glass is right.” except for the Streets of America, where you can hear the The exotic sounds of Adventureland give way to the sounds of the cities. Songs such as “You’ve Got a Friend in down-home country charm of the banjo, harmonica, and Me” can be heard as you stroll through Pixar Place and Toy fiddle as Guests venture into Frontierland. As you amble Story Mania, while “Muppetational” music sets the theme down the street, you’ll feel as if you’ve been transplanted

59 · Celebrations into a prairie town in the Old West, with cowboy tunes such heard through the Africa section of the park. as “My Darling Clementine” and “Home on the Range” provid- As Guests move on to Asia, the dizi (below), a Chinese flute, ing an authentic soundtrack to your journey through time. makes its presence known. Listen closely for a sound simi- A lively polka draws Guests through a quaint village and lar to the xylo- into Fantasyland, where Prince Charming’s Regal Carousel phone: what you both literally and musically takes center stage and Guests are hearing is can hear Disney hits played by the charming sound of the the gamelan, a calliope. Electronic music provides the audio backdrop type of instru- throughout Tomorrowland, effectively enhancing a mood mental ensem- of looking—and listening--into the future. ble from Indo- The Magic Kingdom is, of course, where fans of Disney nesia. And that film music can hear some of the biggest hits from the most piercing reed prolific of Disney’s composers. The compositions of Richard instrument you hear is the suona, a sort of hybrid between and Robert Sherman (below) can be heard throughout the a trumpet and oboe found in China. park: “It’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” in the Carousel But the best is saved for the park’s unforgettable center- of Progress; “it’s a small world” from the attraction of the piece. One of Walt Disney World’s most beautifully haunting original pieces of music is the “Tree of Life Theme,” composed by Tish Eastman. This piece is commercially available on many “music from the Disney parks” recordings, and the sheet music can be found in The Disney Park Songbook: Remember the Magic, published by Hal Leonard. Eastman contributed other incidental music for the park, including a piece called “Sunlight and Shadows” that, along with 15 or so other snippets by other composers, comprises the welcome music as Guests enter the park.

Epcot Epcot may feature the most diverse of Walt Disney World’s soundtracks. As Guests move through Futureworld into the eleven countries of World Showcase, the music reflects same name; and a medley of memorable songs at The Many what is going on around them. Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Buddy Baker’s “Grim Grin- Like the Magic Kingdom, Epcot introduces its Guests to ning Ghosts” accompanies visitors to the Haunted Mansion, an overture of musical favorites heard throughout the and when Fantasyland reopens we will be hearing some of park when they first arrive. Some of the best-known tunes Alan Menken’s unforgettable work as Ariel takes us “Under include “One Little Spark,” written by the Sherman broth- the Sea” in the new attraction, Under the Sea: Journey of the ers for Journey into Imagination and Ellen’s Energy Adven- Little Mermaid. ture by Bruce Broughton. Much like Tomorrowland in the Magic Kingdom, the music of Futureworld is electronic and Disney’s Animal Kingdom futuristic. While much of the park’s soundtrack was writ- Two of Walt Disney World’s most popular musical per- ten by Disney’s musical composers specifically for Epcot, a formances can be found at the Animal Kingdom: Festival of commercially-available piece by New Age composer and the Lion King and Finding Nemo—The Musical. But it’s the performer David Arkenstone, “Papillon (On the Wings of the background music that really brings this beautiful and ex- Butterfly),” is prominently featured and can be found on his otic world to life. The rhythmic tones of the African mbira recording In the Wake of the Wind. (thumb piano) and shekere (gourd maraca) welcome Guests Music plays a large part in transporting Guests around to the main gate. Drumming is prevalent in many cultures the globe in World Showcase. As Guests move from coun- of Sub-Saharan Africa, and traditional rhythms can be try to country, traditional, popular, and classical music of

60 · Celebrations the eleven Showcase nations are just as integral to the “im- the singing game “Alouette,” as well as Jacques Offenbach’s mersion” experience as the Eiffel Tower or the Marrakesh. “The Galop Infernal” from the operetta Orpheus in the Un- Memorable songs include the glorious “Golden Dream,” fea- derworld. (You may know the last tune better as the music tured in the American Adventure show and written by Rob- of the Can-can!) ert Moline, who also Just as the eleven pavilions provide Guests with a won- composed “Canada drous variety of authentic architecture and enticing aro- (You’re a Lifetime Jour- mas, the varied music of the pavilions is like an audio money)” for the O Canada! saic of the world. Lively tunes like “Funiculì, Funiculà” in Italy film. (The latter song and the German bierhaus songs are contrasted with haunt- was rerecorded in ing ballads like the Newfoundlander folksong “Let Me Fish 2007 when the attrac- Off Cape St. Mary’s” and “Sakura,” a well-known song from tion was updated, and Japan. Music written two centuries ago, such as the Ameri- featured a new ar- can folksong “Old Folks at Home” (more popularly known as rangement by Bruce “Swanee River”) is contrasted with more contemporary cre- Broughton. The song ations like “Days of Emancipation,” composed by Zhu Jian’er was sung by Canadian in 1950. This particular Eva Avilia (left), winner song was written for the of the 2006 edition of banhu (a Chinese bowed Canadian Idol.) string instrument) and Because Epcot strives for authenticity, some of the eth- orchestra to celebrate the nic musical offerings heard in World Showcase may be un- emergence of a new Chi- familiar to many, but keep listening: you may find yourself na. For those who prefer singing along to a familiar melody! In Canada, sharp-eared classical composers, you listeners can pick up Gordon Lightfoot’s “The Wreck of the might notice a tarantella Edmund Fitzgerald.” Though “the ship was the pride of the by Italian opera master American side,” with an entirely American crew (two of Giacchino Rossini (if that whom were from Florida—both less than two hours’ drive name is unfamiliar to you, from Epcot), Lightfoot is a native of Orillia, Ontario, and a think the William Tell Overture, a.k.a. the theme to The Lone Companion in the Order of Canada, the nation’s highest Ranger…and Mickey’s featured piece in The Band Concert!). honor for a civilian; his “Alberta Bound” can also be heard in Or perhaps you’ll sing along with “Summertime” from the the Canada Pavilion’s music loop. opera Porgy and Bess by New York native George Gershwin The United Kingdom features some of the most well- (whose Rhapsody in Blue is also featured in Fantasia 2000), known traditional tunes in World Showcase, including as you stroll by the American Gardens Theatre. “Greensleeves,” “The When your day at the park has come to an end, you can British Grenadiers,” find the perfect ending to your magical day at any of the “The Ash Grove,” and magnificent evening shows, complete with resplendent popular melodies from music of course. Bruce Healey’s score for Fantasmic! at Dis- Gilbert and Sullivan’s ney’s Hollywood Studios, Gavin Greenaway’s Reflections of operetta HMS Pinafore. Earth for Epcot’s IllumiNations, and Gregory Smith’s Wishes France has its share at the Magic Kingdom provide the perfect musical back- of recognizable songs drop to the glorious laser and fireworks presentations. as well, including “La Vie en rose,” made As you take in the glamour of 1950s Hollywood, the yes- popular by French teryear innocence of Main Street, U.S.A., the lush flora of the songstress Édith Piaf Maharajah Jungle, or a figurative journey across the globe, (right) in the 1940s, “Sur let the magical music of the Disney parks take you to “a le Pont D’Avignon,” and whole new world”!

61 · Celebrations hen visiting the Walt Disney World Resort, it is impossible to Roy O. Disney: Wseparate the visionary side of Walt Disney from the dreamer. However, while many Guests are well acquainted with Walt Disney’s role in creating this magical place, it was the persistence of another Completing the Disney that made the resort reality. Without the guidance and leadership of Walt’s older brother, Roy O. Disney, the Florida Project would Vision never have taken the shape and name it has today, and it is quite possible that it would never have been completed at all.

By Daniel Butcher Big Brother On June 24, 1893, Roy Oliver Disney was born in Chicago, Illinois. Roy was the third of five children born to Elias and Flora Disney. Eight and a half years later the Disneys’ fourth and most famous son, Wal- ter Elias Disney, was also born in Chicago. Despite the age gap, the two brothers grew very close with Roy charged to help care for his younger sibling. Years working beside each other (on the family farm in Marceline, Missouri and later delivering newspapers in Kansas City) only drew the growing boys closer together. This closeness led

62 · Celebrations Walt to view his older brother as his closest confidant to other areas, such as the global marketing of Disney films, whom he could readily share his dreams. the offering of Disney over-the-counter stock in 1940, the Roy began his business career at the First National Bank financially thin years of World War II, and guiding the post- of Kansas City as a teller. He made a lifelong friend in an- war financial recovery. Roy was the first chief executive of- other teller, Mitch Francis, whose sister Edna would later ficer of Walt Disney Productions, serving as CEO from 1945 become his wife. However, World War I cut short Roy’s bank- to 1971. ing career and marriage plans when he entered the United States Navy with Francis in April 1917. Roy crossed the Atlan- The Florida Project tic three times serving hazardous convoy duty. After the With the success of Disneyland in the late 1950s, Walt be- war Roy returned to the bank, his fiancé, and his younger gan to explore the idea of a second park located in the east- brother Walt, who had started a cartooning career. After ern United States. Roy had seen Disneyland help Walt Disney his discharge Roy became sick, eventually discovering that Productions pay off its debts and serve as the foundation he had acquired tuberculosis during his navy years. He was for tremendous growth. This success made Roy one of the forced to leave Kansas City to enter a veteran’s hospital. first believers in Walt Disney’s plan for a second theme Meanwhile, Walt’s cartoon company, Laugh-O-Gram studio, park. Research was conducted on sites in Washington D.C. was going bankrupt in Kansas City. and Florida, with Florida eventu- Roy urged his little brother to pick up ally becoming the primary target and restart somewhere else. for development. Before settling on the Orlando area, Walt Disney Partner Productions looked to acquire a Late one evening as Roy lay in the section of land near Palm Beach Sawtelle veteran’s hospital, Walt that was owned by billionaire John found Roy’s bed and begged him to MacArthur. Roy visited Florida help establish a Los Angeles film ca- to negotiate the purchase of sev- reer. Roy left the hospital the next day eral hundred acres from MacAr- and was officially discharged months thur. However, negotiations broke later “Against Medical Advice.” Walt down as Roy insisted on expand- wished to move into live action, but ing the land parcel to overcome with no offers Roy urged his brother the land limitations inherent in to return to cartoons. Walt and Roy Disneyland that led to an inability founded the Disney Brothers Cartoon to control building developments Studio on October 16, 1923, with Walt outside of the park. In 1963, Roy Dis- serving as the chief creative voice ney commissioned Disney lawyer and Roy overseeing business affairs. Robert Foster to acquire between Not only did Roy oversee the company’s finances, he even 5,000 and 10,000 acres of Florida property in various loca- participated in the production side of things, operating the tions for the development of a future theme park. Always camera for their early Alice productions. the frugal businessman, Roy’s instructions to Foster stipu- As the business head of the Disney Brother’s Cartoon Stu- lated that all land purchased had to provide a sound real dios, Roy oversaw years of growth and change in the com- estate investment in case the plans for the east coast park pany. In 1926, Roy reincorporated the company as the Walt fell through. Needing a partner in Florida, Foster contracted Disney Studio to better highlight the creative role of Walt Miami attorney Paul Helliwell to serve as the instate lead in studio productions. He was responsible for finding the for acquisition and development. Under the name Robert funding for all of his younger brother’s visions; everything Price, Foster identified three potential development areas from the company’s first full-length cartoon feature, Snow for the new park. One area north of Orlando was eliminated White and the Seven Dwarfs and live action features such as due to fears that it would be too chilly. The other two poten- 1950’s Treasure Island, to television productions and the cre- tial sites were around Orlando itself. In 1964, Roy O. Davis, an ation of Disneyland in 1955. Roy also provided leadership in alias for Roy Disney, visited potential sites around Orlando

Photos ©Disney 63 · Celebrations and authorized Foster to purchase options on three large his diagnosis, but soon he was back in the hospital. Roy vis- tracts of land. By August, the acquisition team added a 1,250 ited Walt in the hospital on the evening of December 14. Dur- acre property around Bay Lake. With the major portions ing that visit, Walt sketched out an imaginary layout of his of the site purchased, Roy continued to work closely with Disney World Resort plan in the air, using the ceiling tiles Foster’s and Helliwell’s team as they bought the smaller land as a guide. He talked with enthusiasm about the portion of tracts needed to consolidate their purchases. the project that excited him the most, not the Magic King- With speculation on the mystery company buying land dom Park but the Experimental Prototype Community of around the Orlando area widespread, the Orlando Star-Sen- Tomorrow (EPCOT). Walt planned for a test city of 20,000 tinel published an article on October 17, 1965, guessing the residents. Sadly, on December 15, 1966, Walt Disney died. Re- mystery company was Walt Disney Productions. With the tirement was no longer an option for Roy as he realized he secrecy around their land purchases quickly disappearing, needed to bring his brother’s dream to fruition. Governor Haydon Burns announced at the Florida League As the new President of Walt Disney Productions, Roy be- of Municipalities Convention that Disney was in fact the came the face of the Florida project. On February 2, 1967, he mystery company. November 15, 1965 was a busy day for held a press conference in Florida that detailed the plans for the Disney brothers. In the morning they surveyed their $5 the proposed park. The highlight of the meeting was Walt million, 27,000 acre purchase by airplane. Later they held a Disney, describing through a prerecorded film his hopes for press conference at the Cherry Plaza Hotel in Orlando, out- the project, particularly EPCOT. Roy followed his brother, lining their plans to build a new theme park. Roy’s contribu- providing additional details and restating the company’s tions to the project were highlighted as Walt outlined his commitment to complete the project. Though Roy dis- vision to the press. He noted that Roy had always served as cussed EPCOT, at that time a $75 million dollar glass domed his big brother, setting him straight on ideas that were wild city, no date was provided for construction. Following the and unreachable. He noted that with this Florida endeavor, presentation, Roy traveled to Jacksonville and recorded a Roy did not take any convincing and was a partner since the television special with Governor Claude Kirk designed to start. Governor Burns also praised Roy, noting that he was inform and gather support from Floridians for the regula- the financial wizard of Walt Disney Productions. tory and legislative changes needed by the company for the With the land for the Orlando area park secured, Roy project to become a success. On May 12, 1967, Roy joined the looked for ways to finance this massive undertaking. Initial Governor for the signing of the legislation that created the estimates set the cost of the Florida park at $100 million. City of Bay Lake, the City of Reedy Creek, the Reedy Creek (In comparison, Disneyland only cost $17 million.) Advisors Improvement District, and other modified state laws that suggested that Walt Disney Productions could not finance allowed the Florida project to move from concept to com- such an effort and urged for a merger with another bigger pletion. company. Roy explored talks with General Electric, but Walt With Walt gone, Roy was the primary decision maker for did not approve of the idea of becoming an employee of an- the Florida project. Like the renaming of the studio, Roy re- other corporation. Additionally, negotiations with Westing- named the park to pay tribute to the vision of his brother. house were also examined but abandoned. In the end, Roy Disney World Resort was renamed by Roy the Walt Disney agreed that Walt Disney Productions should fund the entire World Resort. However, not every decision Roy made paid Florida project and remain independent of other investors. tribute to his brother’s dream. Roy was apprehensive about EPCOT and with the passing of Walt, Roy decided to discon- Retirement Postponed tinue the development of the experimental city of tomor- Roy Disney had discussed retirement as early as 1963. He row. In the end, the Magic Kingdom portion of the project was an accomplished man in his seventies who looked for- was a guaranteed success, but the desire to move into com- ward to enjoying his life with wife Edna and son Roy E. Dis- munity planning was lacking without Walt’s enthusiasm. ney’s family. However, a tragic turn led Roy to remain with Though the resort would eventually have an Epcot Park, it the company. Roy had been concerned with Walt’s deterio- would not be the working city of Walt’s dreams. Addition- rating health for some time. In November 1965, Walt was ally, Roy helped finalize the final position of the Magic King- diagnosed with lung cancer and was told he only had six dom Park. Financial advisors wished to place the park near months to two years to live. Walt declared he would beat the I-4 and 193 highways. This would save the company from

64 · Celebrations spending precious funds on infrastructure and land drain- name Roy went by while investigating Florida property). age. However, those who had worked with Walt argued that Additionally, Roy is memorialized with a restored antique he had developed a master plan with the park centralized, locomotive on the Walt Disney World Railroad that bears allowing the land to be prepared for future use by build- his name. Originally, he was offered Engine No. 3. He refused, ing needed infrastructure. Roy selected his late brother’s not wishing to be compared to his brother’s legacy, Engine proposed layout for the resort, as imaginatively drawn on No. 1. After his death, Engine No. 4 was named the Roy O. Dis- Walt’s hospital room ceiling. Without Walt to provide lead- ney by his colleagues, the only one of the current engines ership for the project, Roy filled the gap. He toured con- that was not running on opening day. struction, provided guidance, and was the final mediator of However, the most prominent tribute in the Magic King- all disputes. dom to Roy O. Disney is the statue located in the middle of On October 1, 1971, Walt Disney World opened and wel- Town Square titled “Sharing the Magic.” It was installed in comed its first visitors to the Magic Kingdom. On the 23rd, 1999 at the location of Roy’s park dedication speech. It’s a Roy Disney officially dedicated the park. Roy spoke little of perfect counterpoint to the “Partners” statue in the middle his own contributions to the creation of the park. He ac- of the Hub featuring Walt and Mickey. Both statues were knowledged both his and Walt’s families in attendance. He sculpted by renowned Disney sculptor Blaine Gibson, who then told the crowd about the relied on his personal memo- man who was indispensable ries of both Disney brothers to the creation of the park, his in his designs. The “Partners” brother Walt, the man who pro- statue poses Walt Disney as a vided the vision and creative visionary looking to further his spirit behind the resort that vision. However, the “Sharing would be named after him. For the Magic” paints the picture most of the day, Roy sat on a of a more humble man, a sup- boat in the Seven Seas Lagoon portive figure with Roy gently watching the crowds, remark- holding up the hand of Minnie, ing that it was his brother’s day, supporting her as he did his not his. After the dedication, brother’s dreams. While most Roy returned to his California home, never to visit Florida visitors recognize Walt Disney of the “Partners” statue, to or Walt Disney World again. many the elderly gentleman of this statue appears to only With Walt Disney World completed, Roy began to speak be scenery on Main Street, not realizing the significance of again about retirement. On December 19, 1971, Roy stayed the great man it celebrates. As a testament to Roy O. Disney’s home while Edna and Roy E. Disney took the grandchildren role in the creation of Walt Disney World, a plaque accom- to Disneyland. Upon returning they found Roy O. Disney panies the statue quoting his dedication of the park, words laying on the floor in a coma. On the 20th, Roy O. Disney that praised the vision of his brother, and not his own ef- succumbed to the effects of a stroke in the same hospital forts, that brought the park to completion. where his younger brother had taken his last breaths. Finally, there’s one last nightly tribute that’s likely missed by most Guests. Every evening as the park closes, the “Kiss A Lasting Legacy Goodnight” light and musical display is played out on Cin- There are a number of tributes to Roy O. Disney through- derella Castle. As part of the goodbye to Guests, Roy O. Dis- out the Magic Kingdom. On Main Street, U.S.A. he has been ney’s dedication speech is read for all to hear. Naturally, it honored with two windows. The first one, above the Main honors his brother and not himself. Street Confectionery, proclaims Roy O. Disney the chairman of Dreamers & Doers with the motto, If We Can Dream It – For decades, the Walt Disney World Resort has delighted We Can Do It! The second is a subtle tribute to Roy O. Disney, Guests. Those memories would never have been realized with a window about halfway down the east side of Main without the vision of Walt Disney and the persistence of Street emblazoned with the name Pseudonym Real Estate Roy O. Disney. The park stands as a memorial to the achieve- Development Company, listing Roy Davis as president (the ments of both men.

Photo ©Disney 65 · Celebrations Who Lives on Main Street, U.S.A.?

ne of the reasons there are no attractions on Main OStreet, U.S.A., unless you would count the train and the horse drawn trolley car, is that it is supposed to represent a turn-of-the-century East Coast city where people actually live and work. Unlike Disneyland’s Main Street that represents Walt Dis- ney’s memories of his hometown of Marceline, Missouri and Imagineer Harper Goff’s memories of his hometown of Ft. Collins, Colorado, Walt Disney World’s Main Street represents the more upscale architecture of a prosperous East Coast community. The train station is modeled after a similar one that existed in Saratoga Springs, New York at the turn of the century. However, both Main Streets were designed, as Imagineer John Hench often stated, to symbolize “optimism,” the joy of a simpler time as well as the belief that life would only get better in the future with the coming of the new century. Yet, as Guests rush hurriedly through this quiet oasis to other lands and attractions, they often miss some subtle touches, including references to the residents of this bright, happy community. On some days, even the mayor himself

66 · Celebrations Photos ©Lisa Mahan will wander the street to greet visitors. reference to the actual dentist who financed Walt Disney’s Just as in a real turn-of-the-century city, the windows on first educational live action film in 1922, Tommy Tucker’s the second floors of the Main Street buildings include the Tooth. The backstory itself ties into the 1893 World’s Fair, names of people who run businesses on the upper floors. where Walt’s father, Elias, worked as a carpenter. The tale Of course, those names are sly references to former Dis- goes that the mechanical marvels on display at the Fair’s ney Cast Members and other Machinery Hall were seen by legendary names in honor of McCrum, inspiring the fantas- their contributions to the Dis- tic contraptions that you can ney empire. Often, the name see in the Confectionery to- of the business indicates their day that make and transport specific contribution or an the candies and chocolates. area of personal interest in If you look around the shop their life. closely, you’ll even discover a Some names only appear poster on the wall for the 1893 at Disneyland. One example World’s Fair (look for a por- is Harriet Burns and her Ar- trait of Columbus advertising tisans Loft that does “hand- the Columbian Exposition) made miniatures,” a reference near the rice krispies counter! to her work in the Imagineer- ing model shop. Some names Summer Magic only appear at Walt Disney Main Street, U.S.A. also pays World, like Tom Nabbe and his tribute to one of Walt Disney’s Sawyer’s Fence Painting Com- favorite live action movies pany. This is to honor Nabbe’s produced by his studio, Sum- first Disney job when he was selected by Walt Disney him- mer Magic, released in July 1963. In the film, Boston widow self to be a live Tom Sawyer on Tom Sawyer Island. Some Margaret Carey moves her family of two young sons and names appear on both Main Streets, including Walt Disney, an exuberant teenage daughter to a house in Beulah, Maine Blaine Gibson, Bob Gurr, Bill Evans, Marvin Davis, and Rich- after the death of her husband. Her daughter Nancy Carey ard Irvine among others. (played by Hayley Mills) has written to Osh Popham (played However, there are other references to residents of the by Burl Ives), the caretaker of an absent millionaire’s aban- Magic Kingdom’s Main Street, U.S.A. that are much more doned big yellow house. subtle. The headstrong and imaginative For example, in the Confectionery, the daughter writes such an exaggerated owner and operator was dentist Thomas tale of heartbreaking white lies that McCrum who had attended the World’s Osh lets the family rent the house for a Fair Columbian Exposition in Chicago. pittance and contributes labor and ma- This multi-layered story was composed terial to refurbish it. While the family is by Imagineering Show Writers Kevin happily adapting that summer to their Neary and Michael “Shawn” Slater. new life in a rural East Coast community, The name and persona of the fictional their snobbish cousin Julia (who loves all Thomas McCrum is the source of several things that are French) shows up to stay inside jokes, as well as a key component and causes some anxiety for Nancy. Even- of an elaborate backstory. There’s the tually, Julia learns the error of her snooty joke of having a dentist run a candy shop, ways. despite knowing that too many sweets The film is a sentimental snapshot of a could cause cavities. The name is also a time period and a rural lifestyle that Walt

67 · Celebrations Disney remembered fondly. Further, in the lower part of one of the Emporium’s front Originally, the screenwriter intended the film to be a windows, at the southwest corner facing the Roy Disney straight drama, but once Walt decided to cast Burl Ives as statue, is the name “Osh Popham,” listed as the proprietor the folksy shopkeeper, it was decided that there should be of the merchandise store, and of course a nod to the shop- a song or two for Ives to sing. The Sherman Brothers were keeper, constable, carpenter, postmaster, and good-natured brought in to the project and ended up composing seven storyteller in Summer Magic. Elsewhere, The Chapeau, the songs for the movie. Songwriter Robert Sherman claims hat shop in Town Square, is supposedly owned and oper- that his favorite Sherman Brothers song of all time is one ated by the two Carey girls. The sign outside lists its street from this film, “On the Front Porch.” address as “No. 63,” which was the year the film was first re- How does Summer Magic, the simple old-fashioned story leased. of a gentle, loving family from the turn of the century trans- Disney musicologist and writer Greg Ehrbar, who relate to Main Street, U.S.A.? cently toured the location looking for references to the While no Burl Ives Streetmosphere performer sits rock- film, wrote that “The store inside is modeled after a turn-of- ing away on a nearby porch strumming his guitar, the mu- the-century store. The ceiling is just like the old tin ceilings sic on the Main Street loop includes three instrumental ver- prevalent during that era, black and white pictures of ladies sions of songs from the film: “Flitterin’,” “Beautiful Beulah,” wearing what else but hats also from that time period. Par- and the title tune “Summer Magic.” Most Guests probably quet wood floors, flowered wall paper, and oak shelves for never realize that these sprightly Sherman Brothers tunes the hats complete the feeling you’ve stepped back in time.” are not authentic turn-of-the-century songs. Walt Disney World Imagineering created an official sto-

68 · Celebrations Photos ©Tim Foster ryline for the hat shop that further ties into the film. (For lest anyone forget that this is also a residence – and a fam- those who don’t know, a milliner is a designer and manufac- ily-run business to boot – Carey family photographs cover turer of hats.). Here it is: the walls and mementos line the shelves. “The Chapeau was such a success that the Careys had to The Chapeau: Nancy Carey, Milliner expand into the building next door, converting the entire “Bowlers and bonnets are all the rage during Ragtime, first floor into their main showroom. The cousins have and it’s getting to the point where it feels like every day is a tried to further ease the transition between the two spaces veritable Easter parade on Main Street, U.S.A. It’s a good time by connecting them with a slight ramp that takes patrons to be a milliner, and no one knows that better than Nancy through an archway that has been cut into the shared wall. Carey, proprietress of The Chapeau, the finest hat shop – for And it all seems to work. Patrons can easily pass from the both ladies and gentlemen – showroom into the adjacent in town. workshop and back again. “Nancy moved to Main “And it’s all to keep up with Street after spending many the hustle and bustle of rag- happy years with her family time and a seemingly endless in the “yellow house” in beau- supply of small town parades tiful Beulah. She had set out and pageants, all of which to seek her fortune, but she call for the Carey cousins’ fin- wanted to do something ar- est. With their expansion of tistic, something that would The Chapeau, the Careys have bring happiness to people. proved themselves to be “thor- And at the height of ragtime oughly modern merchants” and hometown Easter pa- with a commitment to pro- rades, nothing could compare viding their patrons with to fine headwear! So Nancy the very latest in fashionable enlisted her notoriously headwear. But no matter how fashion-conscious cousin, Ju- much it may have to expand lia Carey, and opened a small or change to keep up with the millinery and hat shop, where rapidly changing times, The together they would design, Chapeau will always lay at the make and sell hats of all sorts heart of Main Street, U.S.A.” for the ladies and gentlemen Recently, the outside sig- of Main Street. They dubbed nage has changed significant- their new venture The Chapeau, a suitably highbrow name ly since its original opening, and now there is no mention of reflecting the time Julia spent in the fashion capital of the “N. Carey, Milliner” anywhere. Also, on the interior wall there world, Paris. used to be two framed silhouette portraits facing each oth- “Nancy and Julia found a quaint Victorian house located er that were clearly meant to be Nancy and Julia. But don’t right on Town Square and set up their millinery and shop despair, the hidden treasure of an antique phone still hangs on the first floor. A tasteful brass plaque in front of the on the wall, and if you pick up the receiver, you can listen in house announces the address: “N. Carey, Milliner, No. 63 Main on an amusing party line conversation from the turn of the Street.” A small sign hangs above the front door, “The Cha- century. peau,” identifying the residence as a place of business. Inside, it’s clear that what was once a foyer and sitting room has In many a small town, sometimes a hat shop is just a hat been converted into a workshop and display space. Patrons shop. Sometimes a candy store is just a candy store. Howev- browse through the headwear, and workers can often be er, here at the Magic Kingdom, there are times when there found in the workshop, embroidering names onto hats. And is much more to the story.

69 · Celebrations skilled performers, but some favorite Disney characters as well. Starting in 1972, Walt Disney World’s Entertainment and Recreation divisions partnered to produce and premiere the “Walt Disney World Water Ski Spectacular” on the Seven Seas Lagoon. Guests (in 1972) would purchase a ticket for just The Wonderful World of... fifty cents to gain access to a viewing grandstand located in the grassy area in front of the Magic Kingdom monorail sta- Waterskis? tion. Tickets would later skyrocket to an astonishing $.75 (or “D” ticket coupon), and eventually top out at the astronomi- ver the past 40 years, we have seen some interesting cal price of $1.00 (tax included). Guests who had traveled to Osights at Walt Disney World (not to mention some in- other tourist destinations in Florida such as Cypress Gar- teresting fashions as well – lest we forget the Cast Member dens were familiar with this type of show, and would see costumes of the 1970s or Mickey’s rainbow spacesuits in the them again many years later when Sea World opened just 80s). From giant Orange Birds in Adventureland (welcome down the road. back, old friend), to rapping Mickey Mouse, Epcot’s Daredevil Shows ran throughout the day (and evening), with up to Circus Spectacular and Magical World of Barbie shows (re- five performances daily. Guests were treated to waterski ac- ally), to the Dick Tracy Diamond Double Cross stage show at robatics and fanciful feats, including a three-tiered pyramid the Disney-MGM Studios (we’ll talk more about those in up- of skiers, high and long-jumps, and even some pretty fancy coming Wayback Machine articles, I promise). kite-flying (think early parasailing with skis and flares) as But some of the most interesting sights weren’t found well. in the parks, or even the In 1973, the name was resorts. They were found changed to the “Wonderful on the water. No, not the World of Water Ski Show” (a Bob-A-Round boats, or the nod to the “Wonderful World Polynesian wave-making of Disney” television show) to machine. What if I told you give it more of a familiar Dis- that seeing Goofy on wa- ney feel. To further enhance terskis on Bay Lake or the the show, Disney characters Seven Seas Lagoon was a and new costumes were add- regular sight? No, it’s not ed as well, so it wouldn’t be some kind of weird ‘70s uncommon to see Goofy, Plu- flashback – it’s true. to, and even a Fantasia hippo In Walt Disney World’s holding on to a rope behind a early days, when there was nothing more than the Magic powerboat. (I’ll let that sink in for a moment…) Kingdom and two resorts (the Contemporary and Polyne- If you don’t remember the show, I don’t blame you, as it sian Village), Disney was looking for fun, new ways to keep only lasted two seasons. But no good (and/or fun) idea ever the Guests entertained beyond the parks – and on Walt dies at Disney, so a combination water/air show was per- Disney World property. Entertainment ran from kids and formed in (on? over?) EPCOT Center’s World Showcase La- family activities such as a cocktail cruise on an authentic goon when Skyleidoscope debuted in the 1980s. Chinese junk, to a high-end lounge at the “Top of the World” at the Contemporary Resort. Next thing you know I’ll be talking about some Audio-Ani- So not long after the opening of the Magic Kingdom, Dis- matronics owl heralding the opening of some giant expan- ney tested a new kind of water show featuring not only sion in Frontierland…but that’s a tale for another time!

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hen we last parted ways, my companion and I ment reminding you to remember to stay hydrated. It Whad just enjoyed a chance encounter with the gets hot out there, friends]. All this heat made it hard lovely and enchanting DeVine while we enjoyed some for us to get our minds off of water. ice cream from the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck. Upon Upon exiting the Maharajah Jungle Trek, we heard a completion of our much-needed refreshment, we head- very familiar sound. It was the unmistakable sound of ed back to Expedition Everest to enjoy the runaway kids getting wet. Being parents of young ones, we quick- train ride through the Himalayas. ly learned that our kids make different sounds for dif- We were lucky on this day, as a wonderful Cast Mem- ferent occasions, and there is definitely a tell-tale sound ber allowed us to stay on our train and enjoy the attrac- of glee that comes from splishing and splashing. tion another time. Sure enough, we came upon a fountain near the exit As we were leaving Expedition Everest, we were try- of Kali River Rapids that was surrounded by kids frol- ing to figure out where to go to next. We realized that icking and having a grand time. The water was spilling we were really close to the Maharajah Jungle Trek, so out everywhere, and there was more than enough to al- that is where we decided to head. I must admit that the low each child to achieve maximum saturation in little Trek seems more like or no time. I’m not kid- exercise than an attrac- ding either. Their socks, tion at times, but we al- shoes, shirts, and shorts, ways leave with a sense basically everything of enjoyment. Not only they had on, was abso- is the theming impec- lutely soaked, to the de- cable, but there are a lot light of all. of wonderful animals Nothing seems to re- to observe. Regardless juvenate a child like get- of what kind of animal ting soaked. It was very floats your boat, there apparent that these are definitely tons of op- kids were feeling a lot portunities to see animals in habitats that often make better about their day. What I was wondering is wheth- you feel like you were in their home instead of them beer or not they were going to let their clothes air dry or if ing in ours. their parents brought a backup set. As we were wandering, we couldn’t help but marvel So, fellow wanderers, remember to not forget about at the attention to detail the Imagineers gave to every- your little ones. Sometimes allowing them to get a bit thing in our line of sight. In fact, their accuracy was so of external hydration may be just the thing to allow for good they even found a way to pump in the stifling heat hours of additional fun. Sometimes that water source and humidity of an actual jungle. None of the other is a little to the left or right of the beaten path. Don’t parks seem to create an environment that makes you stand in line for your water; just listen for the sounds of sweat like Disney’s Animal Kingdom, so it must be a de- the squealing kids. liberate design detail provided by those at WED [Editor’s Until next time, this is Ray and you have been Wan- Note: This is a good place for a public service announce- dering the World. 72 · Celebrations Number of attractions at the Magic Kingdom when it first opened. 23 (Today that number has doubled.)

Number of those attractions that were unique to Florida (apart 3 from a few similarly themed restaurants with new names). These three attractions were the Mickey Mouse Revue, the Country Bear Jamboree (whose Disneyland counterpart would open a few months later), and the Hall of Presidents (originally planned for Disneyland under the name “One Nation Under God” but never built).

Depth, in feet, of the water table in Central Florida. So how did they 2 build the Utilidors beneath the Magic Kingdom without having them flood? Simple! Don’t build under the ground, build over it! That means...

Elevation, in feet, of the Magic Kingdom. Yep, when you’re walking 107 through the Magic Kingdom, you’re actually walking on the second floor (and sometimes third floor!) of what’s basically a giant building.

Number of times that the Magic Kingdom has closed. Apart from 5 9/11, the closures have all been due to hurricanes. By contrast, Disneyland has only closed three times, once for 9/11, once for the JFK assassination, and once for inspection after the 1994 Northridge earthquake.

Size of the Magic Kingdom, in acres. That’s less than half the size of 142 nearby Epcot.

Number of gasoline-powered vehicles permitted in the underground 0 Utilidors. Well, that’s not quite true, there are two exceptions: armored cash pickup trucks, and, in extreme emergencies, ambulances.

Number of costumes that were once stored in the Utilidors. In 2005, 1.2 million the storage areas were replaced with a larger facility near the Cast Member parking lot.

Number of visitors to the Magic Kingdom in 2010. Yes, that’s a lot of 17 million Dole Whips!

1. How fast is the final drop in Splash Mountain? 6. Who gives the introductory narration once a. 30 mph your log leaves the loading area? b. 40mph a. Br’er Frog c. 50mph b. Uncle Remus d. 55mph c. Br’er Rabbit d. Pecos Bill 2. How many Guests does a Splash Mountain log hold? 7. What kind of animal is harassing Br’er Bear a. 4 and Br’er Fox when you last see them? b. 6 a. Vulture c. 8 b. Snake d. 10 c. Alligator d. Wild Pig 3. What is the name of the gift shop right outside Splash Mountain? 8. What is the fictitious name of Splash a. The Laughing Place Mountain? b. The Briar Patch a. Frontier Mountain c. Critter Country Store b. The Laughing Place d. Uncle Remus’ Souvenirs c. The Briar Patch d. Chick-A-Pin Hill 4. In Disneyland, what land is Splash Mountain located in? 9. Who provided the voices for the bullfrogs? a. Critter Country a. Walt Disney b. Frontierland b. Thurl Ravenscroft c. Adventureland c. Robin Williams d. New Orleans Square d. Paul Frees

5. How many Audio-Animatronic figures are in 10. Besides Walt Disney World and Disneyland, the Magic Kingdom version? Splash Mountain is in one other Disney theme a. 112 park. Which park? b. 202 a. Tokyo Disneyland c. 68 b. California Adventure d. 49 c. Disneyland Paris d. Honk Kong Disneyland

74 · Celebrations 11. What is the name of the first drop you 14. How many logs are available for use in the encounter? Magic Kingdom version? a. Zippin’ Slippin’ a. 30 b. Slippin’ Falls b. 40 c. Look Out Below c. 50 d. Gettin‘ Wet d. 60

12. How much did it cost to construct the 15. How wide is the riverboat seen in the final Disneyland version? scene at the Magic Kingdom? a. $75 million a. 22 feet b. $100 million b. 50 feet c. $250 million c. 34 feet d. $1 billion d. 12 feet

13. What is the total length of the Splash Mountain flume in the Magic Kingdom? Quiz Answers a. 1 mile 1) B 6) A 11) B b. 2600 feet 2) C 7) C 12) A c. 3200 feet 3) B 8) D 13) B d. 1200 feet 4) A 9) B 14) D 5) C 10) A 15) A

ANSWERS CANDY MATCH 6. The beam is longer. MYSTERY QUEST (pages 82–83) KIDS KORNER (pages 78–81) Number 6 is the unique photo. 7. The “S” is different. 1 and 5 have blue candies in the middle 8. The arrow is reversed. SECRET SYMBOLS WHERE AM I? row that are supposed to be green. 9. Br’er Rabbit’s shirt is a different color. 1. In the bedspread at the Yacht Club 1. Tomorrowland 2 and 9 are missing a wall decoration 10. The rock face is bigger. 2. The Yachtsman Steakhouse sign 2. The Contemporary Resort above the candy. 3. Beaches and Cream decor 3. The Polynesian Resort 3 and 7 have an extra divider above the FIND THE DIFFERENCE BONUS ANSWER 4. Boat rental sign at the Yacht Club 4. Dinoland U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal bottom row of candy. Splash Mountain is actually the Kingdom 4 and 8 have an extra green tube in the shortest of the Magic Kingdom HIDDEN MICKEYS 5. Downtown Disney top row. 6. The Wilderness Lodge Mountains, but if it makes you feel 1. In the woman’s broach (Yacht Club BRAIN BUSTERS better it’s the fastest! guest room) ALL WET! Huey, Dewey and Louie 2. In the sky on the right (the Solarium) 1. Splash Mountain WORD SCRAMBLE 3. In the woman’s hat (Beach Club guest 2. Kali River Rapids FIND THE DIFFERENCE 1. Bull frog room) 3. Maelstrom in the Norway pavilion 2. Slippin’ Falls 4. On the buoy (Yacht Club guest room) 4. Catastrophe Canyon in the Backlot 3. Laughing Place Tour 4. Vultures WHERE AM I? 5. The Jungle Cruise 5. River Boat 1. On the globe in the Yacht Club lobby 6. The Liberty Square Riverboat 6. Logs 2. Chest of drawers in Yacht Club lobby 7. Br’er Bear 3. Beach Club hallway carpeting 8. Briar Patch 4. Cape May Cafe 5. Crew’s Cup Lounge sign 6. Beaches and Cream sign 7. Lighthouse in front of Yacht Club 1. The shutter is backwards. resort 2. The lantern is missing. 8. Ship at Stormalong Bay 3. The paw print is gone. 4. “Entrance” is spelled wrong. 5. A spot is missing.

75 · Celebrations Not so long ago, I used to relive a bit of my youth by visiting the United Kingdom Pavilion in World Showcase and listening to a quartet of talented musicians. What intrigued me the most was their striking resemblance to another band I was familiar with, The Beatles. Sadly, after fourteen years (double the time between the first and last albums by the real Beatles), the group, known as the British Invasion, ended their engagement at Epcot. I was at a loss. Despite the fact that I could find a wealth of Beatles souvenirs in a nearby shop, I felt there must be more. It seemed that if I looked hard enough, I should be able to find another representation of the Fab Four here at Walt Disney World, so I set off on my quest.

As I set off toward the Magic Kingdom, my mind wandered back to a favorite film of mine, The Jungle Book. I excitedly recalled a scene near the end of the movie that featured a quartet of vultures. Their resemblance to The Beatles was uncanny, and I later learned that this was no mere coincidence. In the book, the vultures are evil, but Walt Disney decided to make them less fearful by turning them into a cartoon version of The Beatles, complete with moptop haircuts. It was even hoped that The Beatles themselves would act in the film, but those plans never came to fruition. While the vultures retained many of The Beatles characteristics (including their Liverpool accents), they were modified just enough so as not to be too dated.

However, the film did remind me of an incident I had heard rumors about, an event that took place in another nearby jungle-themed locale. I sailed over to the Polynesian resort and snooped around a bit. I was excited to learn that the rumors were true, even though the subject of the rumors is a sad one for Beatles fans. It seems that John Lennon himself stayed at the resort back in 1974 with son Julian and May Pang. It was a holiday trip, though on December 29, an event took place that carried great significance. It was then that a team of lawyers arrived with a massive stack of legal documents for John Lennon to sign. He did so with a quick scrawl at the bottom of the last page, and thus with one stroke of the pen The Beatles were officially dissolved. It was a sad day indeed, but it wouldn’t be the end of The Beatles and Disney.

76 · Celebrations Throughout the years, various members of The Beatles have had their own Disney connections. Ringo Starr appeared on a 1988 Japanese compilation where he sang “When You Wish Upon a Star,“ accompanied by Herb Alpert. Paul and Linda McCartney were also known to “goof” around in the 1970s, popping up on Disney TV specials.

But some of my fondest Beatles memories go back to the 1960s. No, not to the actual albums (even though I thoroughly enjoyed them of course), but to Saturday mornings in front of the telly enjoying a bowl of cereal with my favorite band. No, they didn’t stop by for a sleep over, I’m speaking of The Beatles cartoon show, which ran for four years and 39 episodes. Each episode was named for a pair of Beatles songs, and included a Sing-a-long segment where I got to pretend I was a member of the band. (Fortunately, no one was around to listen.) Recently, I was fortunate enough to discover that the series was being rebroadcast on the Disney channel back in the 1980s, and it was at that time that I noticed something oddly familiar about John’s and George’s voices. I knew that the voices were not those of the actual Beatles (who had declined to participate), but I learned that those voices were instead provided by Paul Frees, who also played the part of the Ghost Host in the Haunted Mansion! Spooky!

After some further sleuthing, I uncovered details of a proposed project which made my heart leap. My favorite Beatles film was certainly Yellow Submarine, an animated adventure that was stylistically far removed from classic Disney animation (even though Paul McCartney had originally envisioned a Disney-like treatment of his underwater tale). The news was that there was a proposal for a cooperative effort between Disney and Apple Corp to release a new, 3D version of the classic film. Plans were even announced at the 2009 D23 Expo, but sadly the project fell apart and was disbanded in May of 2011.

I next went to Spaceship Earth, and my hunch was rewarded as I viewed the new Moon landing scene midway through the ride. There on the floor, next to the TV, was an actual Beatles album! I had found it! However, something seemed a bit off. I have quite an extensive collection of Beatles albums, and this was a cover that I was unfamiliar with. Certainly it wasn’t one of the classic albums that The Beatles released, so it must be a compilation of some sort. After some searching I was able to identify the mystery disc as a collection of their 20 greatest hits. The problem was that the album was released 13 years after the Moon landing, which struck me as odd. However, it does have the distinction of being the album that was released closest to the opening of Epcot, having hit the shelves a mere nine days after the park began welcoming Guests. That’s good enough for me!

77 · Celebrations Where can you find these yummy places to eat? 1. The Lunching Pad 2. Chef Mickey’s 3. ‘Ohana 4. Restaurantosaurus 5. T-Rex 6. The Whispering Canyon

Can you figure out what these water-filled attractions are? Try to stay dry!

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78 · Celebrations You’ll find so much candy at the Confectioner on Main Street U.S.A. that it will make your head spin! Every photo below has a matching pair except one. Can you find the one photo that’s unique?

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Answers on page 75 79 · Celebrations Can you name all three of Donald Duck’s mischievous nephews?

Being tossed into the briar patch has gotten Br’er Rabbit all mixed up! Can you spot the 10 differences in the photos below?

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BONUS QUESTION Compared to its Magic Kingdom cousins Big Thunder Mountain and Space Mountain, where does Splash Mountain rank in terms of height?

80 · Celebrations See if you can unscramble the names of these things you can find in Splash Mountain.

1. GULL FORB 5. VIERR TOBA

2. PINSPIL SLAFL 6. SLOG

3. HUGGLINA CLAPE 7. RREB AREB

4. RUESTLUV 8. ARBIR THAPC

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In each issue, our Kids Korner columnist will answer questions that are too tough for the grown-ups! If you have a question for her, send it to: [email protected].

Which do you like collecting better, moments…like when it looks like paint balls pins or VinylMation? are falling out of the castle, or when they Pins are fun to trade, I especially like set the castle on “fire,” and even when part finding the Hidden Mickey series with Cast of it “takes off” with Buzz. Of course, the Members. At home I have a big pin board coolest part is the pictures and the video of that I put my favorites on. But I think the everyone having fun in the Magic Kingdom. mystery of VinylMation is what makes them And there is always that surprise feeling my favorite. Getting that brand new box when you are lucky enough to recognize with all those questions is fun - what will it yourself up there. be, maybe a cool chaser? My favorites are Where’s your favorite spot to always from the Park Series, it’s really cool watch Wishes? how they turn Mickey into a fun reminder I can’t give away my super-secret-best- of the attractions that I love to visit! place-ever spot, but one of my favorite What do you think of the new places is on the bridge to Tomorrowland, castle show, The Magic, the near the Rose Garden. You get a good view Memories, and You? of the castle, Tinker Bell flies right over your The magic that they make with the castle head, and the fireworks are so near that they is unbelievable! There are so many cool give you a shake!! :)

81 · Celebrations Where can you find these Secret Symbols cryptic inscriptions?

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82 · Celebrations Where Am I? Can you determine where these photographs were taken?

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Answers on page 75 83 · Celebrations Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Pinocchio

1. Despite being the star of one of Walt Disney’s most ac- known in the book) rescue Pinocchio. claimed films, Pinocchio’s origins go way back…all the way 6. However, the original Pinocchio still possessed a pretty to 1883 in fact. It was then that Pinocchio made his first severe nasty streak. In the novel, he encounters Jiminy appearance as the title character in Carlo Collodi’s Italian Cricket (who is unnamed in the novel), at which point he children’s novel. Walt became aware of the novel during throws a hammer at him and kills him. That certainly the production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and he would have put a damper on the film! immediately slated it to be the studio’s third animated 7. Thankfully, Walt Disney’s treatment of the story was much feature after Bambi. (Bambi was originally intended to be more family-friendly, and Pinocchio (along with Jiminy) Disney’s second film, but production delays promptedPin - went on to become one of the most beloved of all the Dis- occhio to be released ahead of it.) ney characters. So much so that he has made a few cameo 2. Pinocchio wasn’t always the lovable marionette that we’re appearances over the years, most notably in Aladdin all familiar with. He was originally intended to be more when the Genie morphs into Pinocchio, complete like another famous puppet, Charlie McCarthy. In ad- with his telltale long nose, when he thinks Aladdin dition to looking like a real puppet, Pinocchio was is lying. Pinocchio also makes an appearance in going to be a sarcastic, mischievous wise guy. Tangled. 3. Fortunately, Walt decided that no one would 8. Speaking of lying, while Pinocchio is best sympathize with such a character, and he known for his stretching nose, that only was transformed into the good-heart- happens one time in the film. ed puppet we are familiar with today. 9. In Disneyland, if you look carefully you’ll The biggest visible change was find Pinocchio in the attraction “it’s a that Pinocchio now looked small world.” However, if you’re in Flor- more like a real boy, save for ida, don’t bother to look; you won’t his arms and legs. find him among the singing dolls. 4. One other difference still He’s not far away though, as you can remained between him and join him in waving hello to Guests as other traditional human Dis- they embark on their “small world” journey characters. Pinocchio only has ney from the large windows in the Pin- three fingers (and a thumb), just like occhio Village Haus restaurant. Mickey Mouse. Only truly human char- 10. That’s not Pinocchio’s only appear- acters, such as Snow White, were drawn ance in Disneyland; he is also the star with all four digits. of his own attraction. Located in Fan- 5. Pinocchio is certainly one of the more lov- tasyland, Pinocchio’s Daring Journey able characters in the Disney universe, but was the first Disney-created attraction he wasn’t like that in Collodi’s novel. In fact, to feature holographic technology. You’ll Collodi originally had planned to have also find an example of the Pepper’s Ghost illusion Pinocchio hanged as punishment for his (best known as the method used to bring the many faults. Fortunately, his editor had ballroom ghosts to life in the Haunted Mansion). other thoughts and insisted that the Blue The illusion occurs when the Blue Fairy disap- Fairy (or Fairy with Turquoise Hair as she is pears.

Keepsake Image: “Canada Twilight”• Photography by Tim Devine 84 · Celebrations Artwork ©Disney Back Cover Photography by Tim Foster

Everybody’s got a laughin’ place, A laughin’ place, to go ho-ho! Take a frown, turn it upside-down, And you’ll find yours I know ho-ho!