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Book Review: “The Disney Monorail: Imagineering a Highway in the Sky”

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
When it comes to the Disney Parks, one of their many immediately identifiable icons familiar to people around the world surely must be the monorail. Sleek, quiet, and comfortingly futuristic, they have been a symbol of the optimistic future that technology can afford us from the time Walt Disney cut/ripped the ribbon on the Disneyland … Continue reading "Book Review: “The Disney Monorail: Imagineering a Highway in the Sky”"
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“The Art of Disney Costuming” Explores the Fascinating World of Wardrobing

Posted on by Chuck Schmidt
The Disney Editions book "The Art of Disney Costuming: Heroes, Villains and Spaces Between," by Jeff Kurtti and the Walt Disney Archives staff, takes a deep dive into the heretofore unexplored world of the costumes that permeate Disney’s expansive world. What we learn is that costumes aren’t just set pieces, but are true works of art that embellish each character's role.
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Review: “Travels with Walt Disney”

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
For those of us with minor or not-so-minor obsessions concerning all things Disney, one of the few things as fascinating as history of the Walt Disney Company or its parks is background on the man himself. Consequently, I was very pleased to get a review copy from Disney Consumer Products of Jeff Kurtti’s new book … Continue reading "Review: “Travels with Walt Disney”"
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AWARD WINNERS CELEBRATED AT THE WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM

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San Francisco, CA – January 31, 2012-February is awards season, and The Walt Disney Family Museum is celebrating with film presentations and visitor programs throughout the month. The San Francisco Bay Area is home to several Oscar® winners, including Pixar and Lucasfilm, but there is only one place where you can get an up-close look … Continue reading "AWARD WINNERS CELEBRATED AT THE WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM"
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Disney Dream Entertainment Overview

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While on the Disney Dream Christening Cruise, I spoke with David Duffy, Creative Director for Entertainment and Port Adventures Disney Cruise Line. David shared an overview of what Entertainment is in store for guests on the Disney Dream. The Walt Disney Theatre has been greatly enhanced from the Magic and Wonder ships and now seats … Continue reading "Disney Dream Entertainment Overview"
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Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet – Tickets On Sale!

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All Ears® a proud platinum sponsor since 2009! NEWS RELEASE July 9, 2010 The Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet is proud to announce another Celebrity Guest: Author, former Imagineer and Disney Historian: Jeff Kurtti. JEFF KURTTI is one of the leading authorities on The Walt Disney Company and its history. The author of more than 25 … Continue reading "Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet – Tickets On Sale!"
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