Tag: Michael Jackson

Could a Beloved ’80s EPCOT Attraction Become a New Movie? Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ Director Thinks So!
Posted onOne Hollywood director wants to turn a popular '80s EPCOT attraction into a feature film!

The Hidden Detail You’ve Never Noticed on Kali River Rapids in Disney World
Posted onCheck out which celebrity is hidden in a Disney World attraction queue here!

Walt Disney World’s 15th Anniversary Brought New Meaning to the Term Over-The-Top
Posted onWalt Disney World celebrated its 15th year of operation on Oct. 1, 1986, by throwing what was arguably the most ambitious, over-the-top, spare-no-expense party it has ever hosted.

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.

Did You Know These Famous Actors Inspired Your Fave Disney Characters?
Posted onTrivia time! See what famous figures were the inspiration for your favorite Disney characters!

Did You Know Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas Made a Disney Attraction Together?
Posted onDid you know legendary filmmakers George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola teamed up to make a Disney attraction? Find out the incredible backstory here of one of Epcot's 80's classics.
Trip Report: Day Two – Part I/Animal Kingdom/Epcot
Posted onFor those who need to catch up, the previous blogs in this series are, in order: Trip Prequel: Decisions, Decisions Trip Prequel: Research & Practice Trip Report: Day One – Epcot Slumber was disturbed by the wake up call I’d set the night before. I picked up the phone to hear Mickey Mouse interrupted by … Continue reading "Trip Report: Day Two – Part I/Animal Kingdom/Epcot"
Captain EO Returns to Disneyland
Posted onCaptain EO, the 3D film starring Michael Jackson which ran at Disneyland from 1986-1997, re-opened at Disneyland on Tuesday, February 23 as Captain EO Tribute. In addition to Michael Jackson starring as the title character, the cast features Anjelica Huston as the Supreme Leader. It was produced by George Lucas and directed by Francis Ford … Continue reading "Captain EO Returns to Disneyland"
‘Captain EO’ Returns to Disneyland Park, Classic Attraction Featuring Michael Jackson Now Open
Posted onANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 23, 2010) – “Captain EO,” the classic musical spectacular that thrilled Disneyland park guests from 1986-1997, is now open at Disneyland. The attraction’s return to Tomorrowland provides new audiences the opportunity to experience the original 3D production for the very first time, as well as a nostalgic look back for longtime fans … Continue reading "‘Captain EO’ Returns to Disneyland Park, Classic Attraction Featuring Michael Jackson Now Open"