Tag: Dave Smith

As Walt Disney World Approaches Its 50th, We Look Back at Previous Anniversaries
Posted onBeginning in 1981 and for every five years hence, Walt Disney World was the place where anniversaries were not only celebrated, but were celebrated in grandiose, over-the-top fashion.

Walt Disney Archives Founder Dave Smith to Be Honored with a Window in Disneyland
Posted onDave Smith, Disney Legend, is being honored with a window on Main Street USA in Disneyland.

“The Art of Disney Costuming” Explores the Fascinating World of Wardrobing
Posted onThe 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.

18 Books Every Disney Lover Should Have Already Read
Posted onHere are some books we think all Disney lovers should read -- history, biography, and original fairy tales all made the list.

Disney Legend and Walt Disney Archives Founder Dave Smith Dies at Age 78
Posted onDisney Legend Dave Smith, who founded the Disney Archives, has passed away in California at the age of 78.
San Diego Comic-Con 2018: D23 Takes a Trip to SDCC, Part 1
Posted onAs its first big foray into the madness that is Comic-Con, D23 put on two panels and a member mixer. Starting off its first-ever SDCC panel, "Celebrating 90 Years of Mickey Mouse with D23: the Official Disney Fan Club," Walt Disney Archives Director Becky Cline, Official Voice of Mickey Mouse Bret Iwan, and Master Disney Animator Mark Henn took the audience members through a whirlwind tour of the iconic mouse's long and famed history.
Disney Twenty-Three Celebrates 30 Years of Disney Legends
Posted onTIM ALLEN, HAYLEY MILLS, PAIGE O’HARA, REGIS PHILBIN, ANIKA NONI ROSE, KURT RUSSELL, LEA SALONGA, RICHARD SHERMAN, DICK VAN DYKE, AND DOZENS OF HONOREES FEATURED IN EXCLUSIVE NEW PHOTOGRAPHS AND INTERVIEWS BURBANK, Calif. — This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Disney Legends award, created to honor those who have made significant contributions to … Continue reading "Disney Twenty-Three Celebrates 30 Years of Disney Legends"
New Panels on “The Lost Chords” and Mary Poppins Announced for D23 Expo
Posted onD23: The Official Disney Fan Club is announcing additional presentations. As we near the award-winning film’s 50th anniversary, Disney Legend and Walt Disney Archives Chief Archivist Emeritus Dave Smith will host “Behind the Scenes of Walt Disney’s Mary Poppins.” Guests will learn the complete story of how Walt Disney first discovered the book, worked on … Continue reading "New Panels on “The Lost Chords” and Mary Poppins Announced for D23 Expo"
Disneyland Resort Limited Time Magic Events 3/22
Posted on1) At Disney California Adventure there was a Vinylmation Easter Egg Hunt going on this week.
You buy the map for $4.95 (no discounts) from one of several stores around the park and then go off to find the eggs. Once you are done you head to Elias & Co to redeem your prize. It is an honor system event. There are no cast members with the eggs. As I walked the park there were a good number of guests participating and all I overheard/observed seemed to be having a good time.
2) The other Limited Time Magic Event today was for Disneyland Annual Passholders at the Opera House, a special presentation by Dave Smith.