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So, I have always been a bit of a nerd…okay, more than a bit, a whole lot of nerd going on here. One of the projects we have been working on has been a periodic table of the elements of attractions.

Taking that nerd gene and combining it with the best of being a Disney geek to create a unique series of posters that celebrate Disney’s parks and resorts in a new, and we think, interesting way.

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One of the impetuses behind this series was a drive to find a new way to present data for an iOS application. Having worked on app design for years, we have always been on the lookout for new ways and interesting ways to browse the many offerings available at a Disney park.

The first poster is the elements of attractions of the Magic Kingdom. We have used the current lineup of attractions and dining locations in the park, per the latest map available in the Magic Kingdom.

The next poster will be Disneyland, with the other parks following suit. Ultimately, we will create one giant poster comprising all of the attractions for the Walt Disney World Resort as well as Disneyland and the other Disney destinations around the world.

The current design is single color with a spot color design in the works. When all the single park designs are finished, a full color version will be created as well, with each set of attractions from each park having their own color palette.

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The design of the elements is based around some of the periodic table design as well as expanded to include geolocation and some location based functionality. As you can see the attractions are easily discernible from the dining locations while each maintain the same structure for review the data presented.

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At the footer of the poster you can find the key as well as the designation for the lands within the Magic Kingdom. We are in the process of producing a letterpress version, as well as some shirts and other merchandise, of the initial poster; if you are interested please let us know. We will post the relevant shopping information once we have the first series produced, in the meantime you can find a larger-sized version here.

UPDATE!

The response to the elements of attractions has been great and we are very thankful for the kind worlds from so many cool friends around the internets. We have begun to release some items through Society6 and Zazzle. You can check back here, or those sites, for information on more products related to the Elements of Attractions. As always, thanks for stopping by and look for the next in our series coming soon.

Well, we have had quite an adventurous few days/weeks here at etckt.com. Our site was recently hacked and it took a little bit to get back to 100% but we are now back to normal. We have undertaken a few changes due to this attack and will continue to refine our practices to secure etckt.com.

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In between the various fire-drills associated with the recent events, we have undertaken a series of digital paintings with topics ranging across the span of Disney characters. The first classic character painting is one we have entitled, Oh Boy!

It is an interpretation of everyone’s favorite mouse and offers a whimsical view at the big cheese.

We have provided a couple of different sizes in case you would like a desktop patter/wallpaper for your device. It is a small token of thanks to all of our readers and friends and we hope that you enjoy this painting. There are plenty more in the queue, with a host of Marvel characters included, since they are now part of the Disney family.

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Wrapping it up

It has been an hectic few days but we appreciate our friends here at etckt and wanted to start a trend for sharing some digital goodies with you for allowing us to spend some time with you during your day. Thanks for reading!

As Rapunzel is welcomed into the Disney Princess royal court on Oct. 2 at Kensington Palace in London, England, Disney Princess fans can feel a part of the special occasion by participating in an online video contest on Disney.com. Whether it’s the kindness shown by Cinderella, determination of Tiana, or adventurous nature of Rapunzel, girls connect with Disney Princess characters in different ways to bring their own stories to life. With the “Your Princess Moment – The Story Begins With You” video upload contest, fans age 12 and under can submit a 45-second video singing part of one of four songs from the upcoming Disney Princess Fairy Tale Songs compilation album – available Sept. 20 from Walt Disney Records. Alternatively, fans can submit a video recreating a favorite Disney Princess scene, dressing up or performing a dance.

Videos entered between now and Sept. 12, 2011 at Disney.com/PrincessMoment are eligible for the ultimate Grand Prize – a trip for four to London for Rapunzel’s royal celebration. From videos entered by Oct. 4, 2011, one First Prize winner will be selected to receive a 3D TV and DVD assortment from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, and ten Second Prize winners will receive the Disney Princess Ultimate Dream Castle from Mattel. Parental consent is required to enter the contest.

Disney will officially welcome Rapunzel as the 10th Disney Princess character at a high profile, star-studded celebration, to take place in front of a global audience on Oct. 2, 2011. Little princesses from across the globe will watch Rapunzel be welcomed into the Disney Princess royal court by Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Mulan, Pocahontas, Snow White and Tiana. In a world first, Kensington Palace, London, UK, was chosen by Disney as the perfect location for this magical welcoming ceremony of a Disney Princess, as it has been the home of many real life princesses over the centuries.

For full contest rules, prize information and details for how to enter, please visit Disney.com/PrincessMoment.

This weekend, Disney film fans went behind the scenes to explore the exciting roster of projects on the horizon at The Walt Disney Studios.

Rich Ross, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios; Sean Bailey, president, production, The Walt Disney Studios; John Lasseter, chief creative officer, Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios; and Kevin Feige, producer and president, Marvel Studios, presented a look at The Walt Disney Studios’ upcoming film slate, which included DisneyToon Studios’ Planes,Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph, Disney•Pixar’s Brave, Disney•Pixar’s Monsters University, Untitled Pixar Film From Director Bob Peterson, Untitled Pixar Film From Director Pete Docter,John Carter, Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie, The Odd Life of Timothy Green, Oz The Great and Powerful, Disney’s The Muppets, Disneynature’s Chimpanzee and Marvel’s The Avengers.

DisneyToon Studios’ Planes

It was announced that actor Jon Cryer (TV’s “Two and a Half Men”) will voice the main character in DisneyToon Studios’ Planes. Jon joined John Lasseter on stage for the announcement and to introduce the teaser trailer of the film.

Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph
Director Rich Moore welcomed Jack McBrayer and Sarah Silverman on stage where the D23 audience was the first to see the opening sequence from the movie.

Disney•Pixar’s Brave
Filmmakers Mark Andrews and Katherine Sarafian were joined by actors Kelly Macdonald and Kevin McKidd to present footage from the film.

Disney•Pixar’s Monsters University
In a special surprise appearance, Billy Crystal, flanked by Mike Wazowski and Sulley, joined director Dan Scanlon to discuss the film and show some behind-the-scenes making of the film.

Untitled Pixar Film From Director Bob Peterson
Joining Bob Petersen was producer John Walker to give fans never-before-released information about the untitled film. Please find the official logline in the attached materials.

Untitled Pixar Film From Director Pete Docter
Alongside Pete Docter was producer Jonas Rivera to provide never-before-released information about their upcoming project. Please find the official logline in the attached materials.

John Carter
Producer Jim Morris and director Andrew Stanton were accompanied by the film’s stars Taylor Kitsch, Lynn Collins, and Willem Dafoe to present never-before-seen footage, introducing fans to the film’s epic characters.

Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie
Producers Don Hahn and Allison Abbate gave fans a sneak peek at what’s to come in next year’s film, including a demonstration on how these fascinating characters come to life through stop-motion animation.

The Odd Life of Timothy Green
The film’s star Jennifer Garner was on hand to talk about the inspiring, magical film and her experience making the movie.

Oz The Great and Powerful
Unable to join in person as they’re currently filming in Detroit, the film’s director Sam Raimi and stars James Franco, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams, Mila Kunis and Zach Braff provided fans with a first look at the making of Oz The Great and Powerful via a taped piece from the set of the film.

Disney’s The Muppets
Stars Jason Segel, Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy gave fans an exclusive look at never-before-seen footage from their upcoming film.

Disneynature’s Chimpanzee
Walt Disney Studios Chairman Rich Ross presented the next Disneynature film, Chimpanzee.

Marvel’s The Avengers
The Avengers assembled at the D23 Expo, alongside producer and president of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige. Stars Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Tom Hiddleston, Cobie Smulders and Chris Hemsworth made an appearance to present their upcoming film.

Also, as part of the festivities, Buzz and Woody were onboard to help celebrate Pixar’s 25^th Anniversary – with enough cupcakes for the entire audience!

Disney Consumer Products announces an exciting schedule of must-see events during the ultimate Disney fan event, D23 Expo, held at the Anaheim Convention Center from August 19-21. Fans will enjoy exciting announcements, meet and greets with Disney artists and talent, never-before-seen product previews, exclusive D23 Expo merchandise, and much more inside DCP’s Disney Living Pavilion and throughout the D23 Expo.

Must-see DCP events during the D23 Expo Include:

FRIDAY, August 19, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion: Disney Store Booth #1101

25th Anniversary Merchandise Preview, 9 a.m. Exclusive 25th Anniversary Disney Store Products Preview. Disney Living Pavilion: Disney Store Booth #1101

25th Anniversary Artist Signing, 10 a.m. Artist Signing featuring Exclusive 25th Anniversary Disney Store Products and Jim Salvati, Artist. Disney Living Pavilion: Center Stage

Designer Princess Dolls Reveal to Disney Princess Legends, 10:30 a.m. The Disney Store will unveil ten spectacular designer Disney Princess dolls and will present them to honorees at the Legends of Disney Awards ceremony. Arena

Rock Out with Rock Star Mickey, 1 p.m. Join us for a performance with Rock Star Mickey and American Idol’s Constantine Maroulis. Disney Living Pavilion: Center Stage

Special Announcement and Storytelling Event, 1 p.m. Meet actor David Arquette and Disney authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson for story time. Disney Channel Pavilion

USPS Send a Hello Stamps-First Day Issue Ceremony, 4:15 p.m. In a grand celebration, the U.S. Postal Service and John Lasseter will unveil the new Disney·Pixar Send a Hello Forever stamps. Stage 23

John Lasseter Appearance, 5:30 p.m. — 6:15 p.m. John Lasseter visits the Cars die-cast car display & Life-Size Lightning McQueen by LEGO®. Disney Living Pavilion: Mattel Booth #401 and LEGO Booth #410

SATURDAY, August 20, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion: Disney Store Booth #1101

Disney Store Costume Preview Parade, 1 p.m. The Disney Store will unveil this Halloween’s must-have costumes.Disney Living Pavilion: Center Stage

Ken Paves Collaboration Announcement, 2:30 p.m. DCP announces a cross-divisional creative collaboration with celebrity hair stylist Ken Paves. Disney Living Pavilion: Disney Beauty Booth #1012

SUNDAY, August 21, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion: Disney Store Booth #1101

Disney Store The Lion King Vinylmation Series Launch, 10 a.m. Disney Living debuts a new Vinylmation series with character artists Jim Valeri and Oskar Mendez. Disney Living Pavilion: Center Stage

Kidada for Disney Store, 1 p.m. Disney Store debuts Wish-a-Littles, featuring actress, model, and fashion designer Kidada Jones. Disney Living Pavilion: Center Stage

Disney Channel Shake It Up D-Signed Tween Fashion Show, 1:30 pm — 3:00 p.m. Check out the new tween back-to-school and fall fashions from Disney with appearances from the Shake It Up cast. Arena

*A full schedule of DCP events throughout the D23 Expo is available on D23.com and will be available at the expo in the official guidebook.

Tween girls won’t want to miss the fashion event of the year — the Disney Fashion Show at D23 Expo, the ultimate Disney fan event, featuring new back-to-school and fall fashions plus holiday looks, and a sneak preview of spring 2012 styles. Celebrity guests from Disney Channel’s hit buddy comedy series Shake It Up will make a special appearance including Bella Thorne (CeCe); Zendaya (Rocky); Adam Irigoyen (Deuce Martinez); Davis Cleveland (Flynn); Kenton Duty (Gunther); Roshon Fegan (Ty); Caroline Sunshine (Tinka) and R. Brandon Johnson (Gary Wilde). For fans who can’t attend the Expo, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is collaborating with Stardoll.com, the largest tween site for girls who love fashion, to stream the event live online and host a virtual boutique at the Disney Fashion Lounge. The fashion magic happens Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. PDT in the D23 Expo Arena or on Stardoll.com.

The Disney Fashion Show will feature fashion-forward, dance-ready styles inspired by various Disney Channel characters including CeCe and Rocky from Shake It Up. Fashion collections showcased on the runway will include: D-Signed’s Shake It Up line available at Target stores nationwide and Target.com; stylish Shake it Up-inspired footwear available at Payless ShoeSource stores nationwide and Payless.com; plus chic athletic clothes from ivivva athleticacoming this spring to ivivva.com.

Clips from the fashion show, as well as exclusive video interviews and backstage features, will be posted on Disney.com/disneyfashion starting Sept.12, with new videos added throughout 2011. Stardoll.com will also host an online Disney Fashion Lounge where tweens can interact with virtual avatars of CeCe or Rocky and dress them in clothing from the fashion show plus virtually decorate their personal suites. The Disney Fashion Lounge will be refreshed regularly to feature new collections seasonally highlighting the most current Disney Channel-inspired styles available at retail.

Fans of all ages will experience the fun and energy of the new tween fashion lines at our Disney Fashion Show at the D23 Expo, and through the power of the Internet, millions of fans at home can share in the excitement by viewing it online in real-time. With more than 25 million registered Stardoll.com users in the United States, our collaboration with the site gives young fans an unprecedented opportunity to experience fashion in an interactive and creative way. It fits perfectly with our collection’s emphasis on mixing and matching and self-expression.
Stephen Teglas, VP and GM, Fashion & Home, DCP

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This innovative collaboration gives our Stardoll users and Disney’s fan base an opportunity to engage with Disney fashions virtually. It bridges the gap between the online experience and offline reality for tens of millions of our fashion-savvy fans.
Chris Yates, VP of Sales at Stardoll Media

Guests attending the Disney Fashion Show at D23 Expo are encouraged to give back by donating a new piece of clothing for Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation, which provides relief to families in need, as well as survivors. Expo attendees can drop off their donation throughout the weekend at the Fashion Delivers drums located inside the Disney Living Pavilion on the show floor.

Sponsors of Disney’s Fashion Show include Target, Payless and ivivva athletica.

Marvel is coming to Anaheim this year to make its historic debut at D23, the ultimate Disney fan event, and we’re pulling out all the stops!

On Sunday, August 21, at 10:15 a.m. in the Arena, join us for Marvel: The House of Ideas, an exclusive and unprecedented experience that will take you through the evolution of Marvel from its first comic book in 1939 to its current position as one of the most important creative forces in the world. During this presentation, which will include interactive Q&A segments, you will not only get an inside glimpse of the history of Marvel and its iconic Super Heroes but also discover why Marvel truly is the House of Ideas. This session will be hosted by Joe Quesada, Marvel’s Chief Creative Officer and one of the most respected and sought-after writers and artists in the entertainment industry.

We’re thrilled to be a part of the one-of-a-kind show that is Disney’s D23. Whether attendees are new to the world of Marvel or longtime fans, they’re going to love what we’ve planned for them!
Joe Quesada, Chief Creative Officer, Marvel

Also, be sure not to miss Marvel’s own President of Production Kevin Feige as he joins some of the top names in film onSaturday, August 20 at 10:30 a.m. at the Walt Disney Studios panel to discuss Marvel Studios’ plans for 2012, including the hotly anticipated Marvel’s The Avengers!

Tickets to D23 Expo 2011 are available at http://www.D23Expo.com. Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 Expo and can be purchased for single days or for three full days of festivities. Admission is $42 for a one-day adult ticket and $32 for children 3-12. Three-day passes are $121 for adults and $91 for children. Members of D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans will receive a discount on admission as well as early entry to each day of the D23 Expo for themselves and their guests. More details about D23 Expo entertainment, events and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can keep up with all the news by visiting www.D23Expo.com, as well as by following “Disney D23″ on Twitter and Facebook.

For three incredible days beginning August 19, fans of Disney entertainment will revel in new discoveries, special panels and presentations, movie screenings, celebrity appearances and autograph signings, plus new insights into movies, TV shows, theme parks, animation, Disney history, and more.  It’s all part of Disney’sD23 Expo 2011 from August 19–21 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Exciting details about the activities and events planned for the three days of Disney’s D23 Expo 2011 have been announced, and a complete, up-to-the-minute schedule can be found online at www.D23Expo.com. Tickets for D23 Expo 2011, which is open to the general public, are available at D23Expo.com, and are available for individual days or for the full three days of this Ultimate Disney Fan Event.

Highlights of the D23 Expo 2011 include:

Exclusive Screenings & Sneak Peeks

D23 Expo 2011 will offer guests the chance to get sneak peeks and screenings of upcoming Disney movies and TV shows and specials like The Avengers, Disney’s The Muppets, John Carter, Disney•Pixar’s Brave, The Lion King in 3D, Tim Burton’sFrankenweenie, Oz The Great and Powerful, Once Upon A Time, Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice, and many others. D23 Expo 2011 also will present the U.S. premiere screening of The Lion King in Disney Digital 3D™.

Special Presentations and Panels

D23 Expo 2011 will offer fascinating explorations of the past, present, and future of Disney. Throughout the three days, scores of special panels and presentations will bring new insight into Disney history, let guests go “behind the magic” of Disney theme park attractions and movies, and get fans up close and personal with Disney’s legacy of unforgettable entertainment.

D23 Expo Show Floor

A giant Show Floor filled with incredible pavilions and interactive areas assembles the entire world of Disney under one roof. From Disney’s global theme parks to the Company’s environmental initiatives, the Show Floor includes an area for collectors, a gathering of Disney licensees, a high-energy area devoted to Disney Channel, a pavilion dedicated to Walt Disney Animations Studios, and more.

Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Exhibit

The legendary Walt Disney Archives will assemble a 12,000-square-foot exhibition featuring a beachside display of props, costumes and set pieces from LOST and Pirates of the Caribbean; a “House of de Vil” featuring the finalists and winner of Disney’s Fan Art Contest; a room devoted to 1982′s Tron, a display of vintage Mickey Mouse memorabilia, and much more. Plus, the Expo Show Floor will feature three iconic pieces: Walt Disney’s limousine, a 23-foot-long model of the Black Pearl fromPirates of the Caribbean and the Dharma Initiative Volkswagen van from LOST.

Ultimate Disney Trivia Tournament Presented by Hasbro^® TRIVIAL PURSUIT: Disney For All Edition

For D23 Expo 2011, Disney is launching the first-ever Ultimate Disney Trivia Tournament. Topics will range from classic to contemporary and from theme parks to films and everything in between. The tournament begins at 7:30 a.m. at the AnaheimConvention Center on Thursday, August 18, the day before the D23 Expo opens. Twenty semi-finalists will compete in front of a live audience during a dynamic show at 6 p.m. in Stage 23 on Friday, August 19 to win a special preview cruise on the Disney Fantasy.

Arena Presentations

The 4,000-seat Anaheim Convention Center Arena will be home to spectacular presentations throughout the three days of the Expo.The event kicks off with the Disney Legends ceremony, which honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy including Regis Philbin, Jim Henson and the voices of many of the Disney Princesses. Other highly anticipated sessions include presentations from The Walt Disney Studios, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, Marvel Studios, and a rocking performance by the cast of the Disney Channel hit Shake It Up.

Celebrity Appearances

Celebrities from both current and classic Disney projects (both on screen and behind the scenes) will be on hand throughout the Expo, and are currently scheduled to include: Jennifer Garner, Dick Van Dyke, Willem Dafoe, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy,Jason Segel, Marty Sklar, Alice Davis, Michael Giacchino, Tony Baxter, Tom Bergeron, Regis Philbin, Jodi Benson, Lea Salonga, Linda Larkin, Paige O’Hara, Anika Noni Rose, David Arquette, Jason Dolley, Hayley Keyoko, Sterling Knight,Tiffany Thornton, Sarah Silverman, Jack McBrayer, Kelly MacDonald, Kevin McKidd, Lynn Collins, Taylor Kitsch, Wilmer Valderrama, Sean Astin, Melissa Joan Hart, Sean Astin, Chelsea Kane, Kyle Massey, cast members from Marvel’s The Avengers and many more.

SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS

The three days of the D23 Expo are packed with excitement and activity. Below are selected highlights from the three-day D23 Expo schedule. Please note that because the D23 Expo is a live experience, schedules, talent, locations, and descriptions are subject to change—so be sure to visit www.D23Expo.com for full updates and even more schedule details and surprises.

FRIDAY, August 19, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion

History of the Disneyland Hotel (D23 Members Only), 9:30 a.m. See vintage film footage, featuring Walt, the Mouseketeers,Annette Funicello, and more! Stage 28

Disney Living Meet and Greet, 10 a.m. Join us for a Disney Store 25th anniversary artist signing with artist Jim Salvati. Disney Living Pavilion

Jake and the Never Land Pirates, 10 a.m. Character appearances by Disney Channel’s Jake, Captain Hook, and Mr. Smee.Disney Channel Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 10:30 a.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Dream Store miniaturist and sculptor Robert Olszewski. Welcome Center

2011 Disney Legends Ceremony, 11 a.m. D23 Expo kicks off the first day by honoring the latest recipients in Disney’s 24-year tradition. Arena

The Wonderful Words of Disney… Behind the Page: Kingdom Keepers, 11:30 a.m. In his presentation, author Ridley Pearsondiscusses the Kingdom Keepers series and reveals his own behind-the-scenes adventures. Stage 28

Disney Living Story Time, 11:30 a.m. Hear a Disney story from Disney Publishing Worldwide. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 11:30 a.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Precious Moments Doll artist Linda Rick. Welcome Center

The Never Land Pirate Band, 12:00 p.m. The Never Land Pirate Band from Jake and the Never Land Pirates rocks out! Disney Channel Pavilion

Christmas in August, 12:45 p.m. The world premiere screening of Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice with the creative team.Stage 23

Special Announcement and Storytelling Event, 1:00 p.m. Meet authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, as well as David Arquette, for story time. Disney Channel Pavilion

Rock Out with Rock Star Mickey, 1:00 p.m. Join us for a performance with Rock Star Mickey and American Idol‘s Constantine Maroulis. Disney Living Pavilion

The Making of The Little Mermaid — Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, 1:00 p.m. Imagineers Lisa Girolami, Larry Nikolai, andChris Crump take you behind the scenes. Stage 28

Cast of Good Luck Charlie, 1:30 p.m. Meet Good Luck Charlie‘s Jason Dolley, Leigh-Allyn Baker, and Bradley Steven Perry.Disney Channel Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 2:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with author Ridley Pearson. Welcome Center

Warren Spector Meet and Greet, 2:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Disney Epic Mickey videogame designer Warren Spector. Disney Interactive Media Group Pavilion

Disney Living Story Time, 2:30 p.m. Join us for It’s a Small World story time and postcard pen pals. Disney Living Pavilion

Pixar Shorts, 2:30 p.m. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Pixar Animation Studios with this retrospective screening of the Studio’s legendary shorts. Stage 23

Radio Disney’s N.B.T. Performance, 3:00 p.m. Performances from Tay Barton, Zack Montana, Shealeigh, Ladina Spence, and Hollywood Ending. Disney Channel Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 3:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with original Tinker Bell model Margaret Kerry. Welcome Center

Why We Create, Featuring Author and Filmmaker Don Hahn, 3:00 p.m. Don Hahn, a filmmaker, Academy Award®-nominated producer, and author of Disney Publishing’s new book Brain Storm explores “why we create,” revealing his insights about the creative process. Stage 28

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, 3:30 p.m. Glimpse into some of the exciting projects currently underway at Disney’s parks and resorts. Arena

Perry-oke, 4:00 p.m. Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

Artists of ACME, 4:00 p.m. Join us for a conversation with the artists of Acme. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 4:15 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with filmmaker and author Don Hahn. Welcome Center

USPS Send a Hello Stamps-First Day Issue Ceremony, 4:15 p.m. In a grand celebration, the U.S. Postal Service and The Walt Disney Company unveil the new Disney•Pixar Send a Hello stamps. Stage 23

Cast of Lemonade Mouth, 4:30 p.m. Meet Lemonade Mouth‘s Adam Hicks, Hayley Kiyoko, Blake Michael and Chris Brochu.Disney Channel Pavilion

It’s a Small World: Celebrating 45 Years, 5:00 p.m. Join us for a discussion about the art, music, fashion, and more inspired by Disneyland’s it’s a small world attraction. Stage 28

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 5:30 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Walt Disney Archives founder and Disney Legend and Chief Archivist Emeritus Dave Smith. Welcome Center

Cast of So Random!, 5:45 p.m. Meet Tiffany Thornton, Sterling Knight, Doug Brochu, Allisyn Ashley Arm, and more! Disney Channel Pavilion

Ultimate Disney Trivia Tournament, 6:00 p.m. One very knowledgeable individual will be crowned Ultimate Disney Trivia Champion. Stage 23

Voices of the Parks, 6:45 p.m. Meet the men and women who provide voices for the Disney parks. Stage 28

Dick Van Dyke & The Vantastix, 8:15 p.m. Hear songs from Dick Van Dyke’s varied entertainment career and various Disney classic songs. Stage 23

SATURDAY, August 20, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9:00 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion

The Wonderful Words of Disney…Behind the Page: Peter and The Starcatchers (D23 Members Only), 9:15 a.m. Disney Publishing is so proud to present best-selling authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson as they discuss the blockbuster seriesPeter and The Starcatchers, with focus on the new book, Bridge to Never Land. Stage 28

Phineas and Ferb, 10:00 a.m. Character appearances by Phineas, Ferb, and Perry, too! Disney Channel Pavilion

Disney Living Meet and Greet, 10:00 a.m. Meet Disney Store Princess Designer Collection artists. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 10:00 a.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Disney artist Mike Clitherow. Welcome Center

The Walt Disney Studios, 10:30 a.m. Exclusive video clips, live performances, filmmaker discussions, star appearances, and more! Arena

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 10:30 a.m. Join us for a meet and greet with authors Ridley Pearson and Dave Berry. Welcome Center

Cast and Crew of Phineas and Ferb, 11:00 a.m. Meet Dan Vincent Martella, Alyson Stoner, and Dee Bradley Baker. Disney Channel Pavilion

Meet and Greet, 11:00 a.m. Meet artist David Willardson. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 11:40 a.m. Join us for a meet and greet with ABC Family’s Melissa Joan Hart and Joey Lawrence.Welcome Center

Perry-oke, 12:00 p.m. Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

Cast of Kickin’ It, 12:30 p.m. Meet Leo Howard, Dylan Riley Snyder, Alex Christian Jones, and Olivia Holt. Disney Channel Pavilion

Screening of ABC’s Once Upon a Time, 12:45 p.m. Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz participate in a Q&A following a screening of their bold, new series about fairy-tale characters. Stage 23

Michael Giacchino’s Music of Pixar, 1:00 p.m. In this musical presentation, Michael Giacchino provides an earful of tunes and tales about his early influences for Pixar’s modern-day classic scores. Stage 28

Disney Store Costume Preview Parade, 1:00 p.m. Hear a Disney story from Disney Publishing Worldwide. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 1:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with filmmakers Greg and Jeff Sherman. Welcome Center

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 2:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with D23 Expo Dream Store artist Noah. Welcome Center

Warren Spector Meet and Greet, 2:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Disney Epic Mickey videogame designer Warren Spector. Disney Interactive Media Group Pavilion

A Conversation with the Pixar Creative Team, 2:30 p.m. Join us for a rare opportunity to spend time with the key figures responsible for Pixar’s moviemaking magic. Stage 23

Disney Storytellers, 2:30 p.m. Join us for a panel discussion with artists from Walt Disney Animation Studios. Disney Living Pavilion

Performance by Coco Jones, 2:30 p.m. Performance by Radio Disney’s guest and Hollywood Records recording artist Coco Jones. Disney Channel Pavilion

A Good Look at Buena Vista Street, 2:45 p.m. Sneak a peek at the new entrance to Disney California Adventure with Disney Imagineers. Stage 28

Cast and Crew of Fish Hooks, 3:00 p.m. Meet Noah Z. Jones, Chelsea Kane, and Kyle Massey. Disney Channel Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 3:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with filmmakers Ted Thomas and Kuniko Okubo. Welcome Center

Cast of A.N.T. Farm, 4:00 p.m. Meet China Anne McClain, Jake Short, Sierra McCormick, Stefanie Scott, and Carlon Jeffery.Disney Channel Pavilion

Magic Secrets, 4:00 p.m. Find out how Disney Toys are made with the Disney toys creative team. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 4:00 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Disney artist Larry Nikolai. Welcome Center

Legends of Walt Disney Imagineering, 4:30 p.m. Disney Legend Marty Sklar will lead a celebration of Imagineering careers and accomplishments. Stage 28

The Characters of Monsters University, 5:00 p.m. Character designers behind Pixar’s upcoming animated feature Monsters University come together to discuss how they bring these wonderful characters to life. Stage 23

The Lion King 3D, 6:00 p.m. Get an exclusive advance screening of the Disney Digital 3D version of The Lion King. Arena

Perry-oke, 6:00 p.m. Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

Imagineering’s Guide to Creativity and Innovation, 6:30 p.m. A panel of Imagineers discusses how they use storytelling and technology to make Disney magic. Stage 28

D23 Expo Live Auction, 8:00 p.m. Bid on unique experiences, tours, artwork, props, and one-of-a-kind Disney treasures. Stage 23

SUNDAY, August 21, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9:00 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion

Imagineering the Dream and the Fantasy Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9:00 a.m. Imagineers Joe Lanzisero and Bob Zalktalk about the design of Disney’s latest cruise ships. Stage 23

Handy Manny, 10:00 a.m. Meet the voice of Manny, Wilmer Valderrama, with character appearances from the show. Disney Channel Pavilion

The Lion King Vinylmation^™ Series Launch, 10:00 a.m. Disney Living debuts new Vinylmation series with character artists Jim Valeri and Oskar Mendez. Disney Living Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 10:00 a.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Disney artist Mike Clitherow. Welcome Center

Marvel, 10:15 a.m. Hear from Marvel’s Chief Creative Officer Joe Quesada about the evolution of Marvel, beginning with its first comic book in 1939. Arena

Story Time, 11:00 a.m. Hear a Disney story from Disney Publishing Worldwide. Disney Living Pavilion

Special Agent Oso, 11:15 a.m. Meet the voice of Oso, Sean Astin, with character appearances from the show. Disney Channel Pavilion

The Art of Brave, 11:30 a.m. Join us for an afternoon of conversation and art with Steve Pilcher and Tia Kratter as we uncover the secrets behind Pixar’s detailed process. Stage 23

Style-Your-Sole Contest, 11:30 a.m. Design your own shoe in the It’s a Small World Style-a-Shoe Contest, hosted by TOMS^®Shoes. Disney Living Pavilion

Cast of Pair of Kings, 12:30 p.m. Meet Doc Shaw, Kelsey Chow, and Geno Segers. Disney Channel Pavilion

Kidada for Disney Store, 1:00 p.m. Disney Store debuts Wish-a-Littles, featuring actress, model, and fashion designer Kidada Jones. Disney Living Pavilion

Radiator Springs Reality, 1:30 p.m. Pixar’s John Lasseter and Roger Gould join Imagineers for a sneak peek look at Cars Land. Stage 23

Shake It Up Cast Photos, 1:30 p.m. Snap a photo of Bella Thorne, Zendaya, Davis Cleveland, Roshon Fegan, and more! D23 Arena Entrance

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 1:30 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Precious Moments doll artist Linda Rick. Welcome Center

Story Time, 2:00 p.m. Hear a Disney story from Disney Publishing Worldwide. Disney Living Pavilion

Disney Channel, 2:30 p.m. A spectacular live performance, featuring stars of Disney Channel’s hit series Shake It Up. Arena

Style-Your-Sole Contest, 2:30 p.m. Design your own shoe in the It’s a Small World Style-a-Shoe Contest, hosted by TOMS Shoes. Disney Living Pavilion

Perry-oke, 2:30 p.m. Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

The Making of Star Tours — The Adventures Continue, 3:30 p.m. Find out how Imagineers updated the attraction, hosted by Imagineering’s Tom Fitzgerald. Stage 23

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 3:30 p.m. Join us for a meet and greet with Dream Store miniaturist and sculptor Robert Olszewski.Welcome Center

Cast of Shake It Up, 4:00 p.m. Meet Bella Thorne, Zendaya, Davis Cleveland, Roshon Fegan, and more! Disney Channel Pavilion

MORE of The Wonderful World of Vintage Disneyland and Walt Disney World, 5:15 p.m. Film preservationist Ed Hobelmanand Imagineer Tony Baxter look back at vintage footage. Stage 23

Perry-oke, 6:00 p.m. Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

Tickets to D23 Expo 2011 are available at http://www.D23Expo.com. Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 Expo and can be purchased for single days or for three full days of festivities. Admission is $42 for a one-day adult ticket and $32 for children 3-12. Three-day passes are $121 for adults and $91 for children. Members of D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans will receive a discount on admission as well as early entry to each day of the D23 Expo for themselves and their guests. More details about D23 Expo entertainment, events and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can keep up with all the news by visiting www.D23Expo.com, as well as by following “Disney D23″ on Twitter and Facebook.

Disney Interactive Media Group (DIMG) invites Disney fans and families to step into its pavilion at the D23 Expo—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—for hands-on fun with the latest interactive entertainment products for video game consoles, mobile devices and online, based on beloved Disney stories and characters.  Every day of the D23 Expo, taking place August 19-21, 2011 at the Anaheim Convention Center, will be packed with hours of game play, special guests, interactive art contests, giveaways and more!

Guests of the D23 Expo will be able to suit up, power up and team up as they enter Disney Universe, a multiplayer action-adventure video game set in a mix-up of Disney and Disney Pixar inspired worlds that will be released this fall.

The Phineas and Ferb: Across the Second Dimension video game, inspired by the Disney Channel Original Movie, will be available for hands-on gameplay.  Fans will be able to play as their favorite Phineas and Ferb characters as they journey through new dimensions to battle the evil Dr. Doofenshmirtz.

Guests can also immerse themselves in the recently released and critically acclaimed Cars 2: The Video Game. Inspired by the Disney Pixar animated film, the game allows players to dive into the Cars 2 universe alongside some of their favorite Carspersonalities in exotic locations spanning the globe.

The award-winning video game Disney Epic Mickey will be featured in the DIMG pavilion and the game’s creator, legendary game designer Warren Spector, will be on hand. Mr. Spector will be making special appearances at the booth on August 19 and 20 to meet guests and sign autographs.

Online gamers can play Disney’s latest social games, including this summer’s smash hit Gardens of Time and the popular online virtual world for kids Club Penguin.  Guests who want Disney games on the go, can try out the latest mobile games, such as Cars 2 and Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty, available for iPhone, iPad and Android.

For aspiring young Disney artists and animators, Disney.com’s Create will offer its newest collection of online creativity tools for making digital paintings, comic books, animated pets, photo mashups, music slideshows and animations.  During the D23 Expo, the new Disney Epic Mickey Digital Painter will be featured in the booth and guests will be invited to participate in daily art contests judged by Warren Spector for the chance to win exclusive D23 DIMG prize packages.

The robots are coming! The robots are coming! Today, Disney Store announced the launch of its exclusive Vinylmation Robots series invading Disney Store locations nationwide and DisneyStore.com on Friday July 22^nd. Designed by Disney Store artists who were inspired by vintage wind-up robot toys of the 1950s, the new Vinylmation Robots are also featured in a never-before-seen video on DisneyStore.com/vinylmation, www.youtube.com/disneyliving and on the 2,000 square-foot digital billboard above Disney Store in Times Square. To continue the vinyl craze, Disney Store also revealed its first limited edition Disney POP! Vinyl by Funko at San Diego’s Comic-Con. The POP! Vinyls are Funko’s creative take on Disney characters and the limited edition designs are on sale July 20 through July 24 only at Comic-Con.

Disney vinyls are the hottest collectible right now and we’re pleased to offer two different styles in one great weekThe Vinylmation community keeps challenging us to be more imaginative and creative, and the Vinylmation Robots series is like nothing they’ve ever seen before. Comic-Con is all about exclusives and Disney POP! Vinyls are a great way to give the fans something unique.
John Balen, director of toys for Disney Store North America

The Disney Store Vinylmation Robots collection includes 12 three-inch vinyl figures ($9.95 each) representing a different robot persona, including Radio-Bot, Tesla-Bot and Love-Bot, to name a few. Also available are three nine-inch limited edition Robots characters — Silly-Bot, Salvage-Bot and Reflector-Bot ($39.95 each).

The POP! vinyls come with metallic finishing and glow-in-the-dark features. The series includes nine-inch Metallic Buzz Lightyear ($50), nine-inch Metallic Maleficent ($50), three-inch Flocked Sully ($15), three-inch Glow in the dark Mike Wazowski ($15), three-inch Metallic Mickey Mouse ($15), and a three-inch Blue Mr. Incredible ($15).

Ben Butcher, Disney-Pixar designer will meet with Comic-Con attendees and sign autographs at the Funko Booth #4829 July 21 and July 22 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Guests can also take a break from the madness of Comic-Con and head over to the Fashion Valley Mall Disney Store location, where they can meet their favorite Disney Store Vinylmation artists on July 22 and 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

For information about all Vinylmation series from Disney Theme Parks and Disney Store, guests can visit the official Vinylmation blog at www.vinylmation.com.

To find a local Disney Store, guests can visit www.DisneyStore.com/storelocator or call (866) 902-2798. To stay updated on all the exciting news at Disney Store, guests can visit the official blog, the Buzz, at blog.disneystore.com. Guests can also become a fan on Facebook www.facebook.com/DisneyStore or follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/DisneyStore.

Fans attending Disney’s D23 Expo August 19-21 at the Anaheim Convention Center will have the chance to experience “a great big beautiful tomorrow” as they immerse themselves in the future of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, which is currently in the biggest period of global expansion in its history.

Drawing inspiration from a classic attraction that debuted at the 1964 New York World’s Fair and has made stops at Disneyland in California and Magic Kingdom in Florida, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts invites attendees to hop aboard the “Carousel of Projects” for a sneak peek at concepts, designs, models, storytelling tools, and technologies currently being developed at Walt Disney Imagineering for Disney parks around the world.

Throughout the weekend, exclusively at the D23 Expo, fans will get a look at the latest details for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts‘ 11 parks and five resorts around the world, as well as Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Hawaii, Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney and Disney Vacation Club, including:

• Actual figures, props and ride vehicles for Radiators Springs Racers, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the building of Cars Land, the newest land at Disney California Adventure which opens next year.
• The opportunity to meet a classic Disney icon in an entirely new way.
• Concepts, models and plans for Fantasyland, one of the most ambitious expansions in the 40-year history of Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
• What’s new at Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney and Disney Vacation Club.

In addition to the pavilion, D23 Expo attendees will also have the chance to attend numerous presentations and panel discussions. On Friday, August 19, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs will give guests in the 4,000-seat main arena an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at some of the biggest projects currently underway at Disney parks, featuring a few surprises along the way.

Imagineers and cast members who create and operate Disney’s parks, resorts, cruise ships, and other vacation experiences will take fans behind-the-magic with nine exciting presentations including:

• Radiator Springs Reality: Imagineering Cars Land for Disney California Adventure – Join Disney-Pixar’s John Lasseterand a panel of Imagineers and Pixar creative talent as they share the twists and turns through the real-life development of Radiator Springs.
• The Making of Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald will share the inside scoop on how Walt Disney Imagineering and George Lucas’ Industrial Light &Magic began laying the groundwork for a new version of Star Tours.
• A Good Look at Buena Vista Street –Imagineers Lisa Girolami, Ray Spencer, and Coulter Winn provide a preview of the new entrance to Disney California Adventure, an idealized depiction of the Los Angeles Walt Disney lived and worked in throughout the 1920s and 1930s.
• Imagineering the Dream and the Fantasy – Imagineers Joe Lanzisero and Bob Zalk talk about charting the design course of the two newest Disney cruise ships.
• Legends of Walt Disney Imagineering – Disney Legend Marty Sklar will lead a celebration of the careers and accomplishments of Walt Disney Imagineering, including Alice Davis, Orlando Ferrante, Bob Gurr, and Don Iwerks. With special guest and current Imagineer Kim Irvine, daughter of Disney Legend Leota Toombs.

In addition, and for the first time, the Parks and Resorts pavilion will also feature Mickey’s of Glendale, an outlet of Walt Disney Imagineering’s employee-only store, where—for just three days– guests can shop for “Carousel of Projects” souvenirs and collectibles and Walt Disney Imagineering merchandise not available anywhere else.

Tickets to the D23 Expo are available at http://www.D23Expo.com.  Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 Expo, including the Disney Legends Ceremony, and can be purchased for single days or for the full three days of festivities. Admission is $47 for a one-day adult ticket and $37 for children 3-12. Three-day passes are $136 for adults and $106 for children. Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will receive a discount for up to four admissions, as well as early entry to each day of the D23 Expo for themselves and their guests.

A strong commitment to corporate citizenship is as much a part of The Walt Disney Company’s heritage as the family entertainment that has delighted and captivated audiences for decades. Disney opens a new chapter in that level of commitment at the D23 Expo on Friday, August 19, 2011 in the Anaheim Convention Center Main Hall. A special announcement will be part of a storytelling event featuring two of America’s best-known and most popular writers,Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, and David Arquette, star of Disney Junior’s #1 series, “Jake and the Never Land Pirates.”

Disney Publishing Worldwide authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson have enthralled readers since 2004 with their re-imagining of Peter Pan’s adventures, ”Peter and the Starcatchers,“ the best-selling and award-winning prequel trilogy. Visitors are invited to hear from the authors, listen to a family reading event led by Disney Junior’s “Jake and the Never Land Pirates” star David Arquette, participate in the big announcement and receive a free book.

By nurturing young readers we help support creativity and imagination, an important part of our citizenship mission at Disney. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with Disney Publishing Worldwide to bring this special event to the D23 Expo while at the same time encouraging visitors to take part in our daily pavilion activities that show how we can all make a lasting, positive change in the world.
Leslie Goodman, Senior Vice President, Disney Corporate Citizenship

At this year’s D23 Disney Corporate Citizenship pavilion, visitors will see how they can take action through Disney Friends for Change, an initiative that helps inspire kids and families to join together and make a positive impact on their world. Visitors can participate as an “honorary” Disney VoluntEAR in a different community service project each day, including preparing child comfort kits for kids in need, assembling care packages for military families and planting seedlings for the environment.

Visitors can also become “honorary” D23 Green Team members by taking part in a scavenger hunt that will lead them through the Expo in a quest to boost their environmental I.Q. Not only will they find out what Disney is doing to help protect the planet for future generations, they’ll be in the running for prizes and a fun Friends for Change photo as well!

Tickets to the D23 EXPO are available at http://www.D23Expo.com. Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 EXPO and can be purchased for single days or for the full three days of festivities. Admission is $47 for a one-day adult ticket and $37 for children 3-12. Three-day passes are $136 for adults and $106 for children. Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will receive a discount for up to four admissions, as well as early entry to each day of the D23 EXPO for themselves and their guests.