In the 1930 Silly Symphony Winter, the frosty seasons are perfectly depicted with hibernating animals, snow, and comical ice skating. Join us as we glide through film and television history and explore how characters have mastered the art of ice skating. Using traditional hand-drawn animation, we...
In the 1930 Silly Symphony Winter, the frosty seasons are perfectly depicted with hibernating animals, snow, and comical ice skating. Join us as we glide through film and television history and explore how characters have mastered the art of ice skating. Using traditional hand-drawn animation, we...
“Do you want to build a snowman?” In this wintery Studio Series, the snowman builds itself! From Frosty the Snowman (1969) to Olaf from Disney’s Frozen (2013), we examine how these whimsical, circular beings have been animated on-screen. Join us as we use animation principles such as weight and...
During the month of December, many people give gifts to their loved ones. Luckily, there are a few magical assistants who show up once a year to offer their help: elves. Join us for this jolly workshop, where we delve into the role of elves in holiday-themed television and film, then animate a gift...
During the month of December, many people give gifts to their loved ones. Luckily, there are a few magical assistants who show up once a year to offer their help: elves. Join us for this jolly workshop, where we delve into the role of elves in holiday-themed television and film, then animate a gift...
As Fall fades, it’s time to do your last bit of foraging of the season! Come along as we unearth the history of fabrication in animation and how fungi have appeared in film and video games. Then using recycled book pages, stationery, and tissue, you will create three-dimensional paper-sculpted...
Let it snow! As the weather becomes chillier, Winter is the best time for doing indoor activities. Join us in this toasty workshop as we take on a seasonal favorite: the gingerbread house. Looking at perspective and simplified infrastructure, you will use cardboard and decorative materials to build...
Join Pixar artist Ana Ramirez as she discusses her career in animation with an emphasis on her work as sets shading designer on Disney and Pixar's Academy Award®-winning film Coco (2017).
Walt Disney's The Jungle Book: Making a Masterpiece will close at 3pm with last entry at 2pm. Have a wonderful holiday!
Join us for a conversation with the executive team at Baobab Studios about their journey to inspire its audience to dream, evoke a sense of wonder, and tell stories that matter. Moderated by Public Programs Manager Tracie Timmer, the conversation includes CEO and Co-Founder Maureen Fan, Chief...
In November, we remember the importance of family with holidays including Día de los Muertos and Thanksgiving. Join us for a month-long screening of Disney and Pixar’s Coco (2017), a film about a young boy finding balance between following his dreams and honoring his heritage.
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It’s that time of year again to bring out your pumpkins, ghouls, and broomsticks and start decorating! In this Pop-Up, we will dig up Halloween lore and the origins of festive décor. Then using paint swatches, we will create a new spin on an Autumn classic and construct a spooky garland fit for any...
In 1937, Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs gave us one of the most iconic scenes in movie history—a vengeful witch brewing a potion in her cauldron to create a poison apple. Join us as we celebrate the 85th anniversary of the iconic and influential feature-length film and examine Grimm...
A witch’s favorite method of transportation is their trusty broom. In this workshop, soar through the world of animation as we look at the various ways in which this magical item has been illustrated. Then we will take a classic branch and create an unconventional witch’s broom using dried flowers...
As Halloween nears, prepare to knock door-to-door for delicious treats, but watch out for the doors that talk back! Cross the threshold and follow along with us as we take a closer look at some of the most famous haunted door plaques in film, television, and theme parks. Digging into practical prop...
No screening on Sat, Oct 1, 22, and 29
“Fall” under our spell this October with a month-long screening of Hocus Pocus (1993).
Whether it be apple, pumpkin, or pecan, a freshly made pie is a wonderful dessert to top off a delicious meal! Join us as we uncover the recipe for animating scenes involving these popular baked goods. You will then use animation principles to create a warm pie siting on a windowsill, cooling down...
Whether it be apple, pumpkin, or pecan, a freshly made pie is a wonderful dessert to top off a delicious meal! Join us as we uncover the recipe for animating scenes involving these popular baked goods. You will then use animation principles to create a warm pie siting on a windowsill, cooling down...
Turkeys are on the loose this Thanksgiving! Gather together in this festive workshop for tips and techniques on how to create comedic timing and hilarious gestures in animation. Featuring a familiar, feathery fowl friend, animate a dynamic getaway.