Learn from animators, Imagineers, and other speakers about Walt Disney's life, career, and legacy.
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Sat, Sep 26 | 2pm
When San Francisco artist Ruth Asawa was interned in a camp for Japanese Americans during World War II, she found hope and inspiration among some of her fellow internees. She befriended and took drawing lessons from interned Disney animators Tom Okamato, James Tanaka, and Chris Ishii—a much-needed...
Thu, Oct 8 | 5:30pm PT
Join Disney·Pixar filmmaker Pete Docter and Imagineer Chris Merritt on a journey through Marc Davis’ move from The Walt Disney Studios to WED Enterprises, as told in their book Marc Davis in His Own Words: Imagineering the Disney Theme Parks (2019, published by Disney Editions).
Fri, Oct 16 | 5:30pm PT
Milicent Patrick was a true Renaissance woman. Not only was she one of The Walt Disney Studios’ first female animators, but throughout her illustrious career, she also worked as an actress, makeup artist, and special effects designer. Recently recognized as the costume designer behind the iconic...
Sat, Oct 17 | Noon PT
We invite you and your family to join our latest Virtual Storytime, I Am Walt Disney with Author Brad Meltzer, as he reads aloud the story of Walt Disney—highlighting Walt’s childhood in Marceline, his move to Hollywood, and the creation of Disneyland Park.
Rescheduled from Sat, Mar 7
Wed, Oct 21 | 5:30pm PT
Wed, Oct 21 | 5:30pm PT
Moderated by Her Universe Founder and Designer Ashley Eckstein, hear from Disney+ short film Director Valerie LaPointe (Lamp Life, 2020), Storyboard Artist Aphton Corbin (Toy Story 4 and Soul, 2020), and Storyboard Artist Louise Smythe (Onward, 2020) as they discuss their “storied” journeys from...
Sat, Oct 24 | 1pm
After 30 years in animation, Francis Xavier Atencio—better known as X. Atencio—became one of the most influential Imagineers of his time, developing dialogue and music for attractions including Adventure Thru Inner Space, Haunted Mansion, and Pirates of the Caribbean. Join his daughter, Tori Atencio...
Sat, Oct 31 | 1pm
Join us for this frightfully fun Halloween panel as artists and creators behind the holiday stop-motion favorite, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993), discuss the making of this groundbreaking animated masterpiece and memories from working on set alongside the creative genius Tim...
Sat, Nov 7 | 1pm
Every year since Disneyland opened, Disney Parks have been wowing guests during the holiday season with festive decorations and elaborate spectaculars. Join Graham Allan, Becky Cline, and Charlie Price, authors of the new book Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks, as they discuss the history of the...
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