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D23 details 2023 slate of events; Destination D23, Studio tours, and more
Posted by Joey Inigo | Dec 29, 2022 | - Featured Articles , Disney twenty-three (D23) | 0
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With the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration kicking off in 2023, D23 is gearing up for a momentous year with tons of offerings including fan favorites and special commemorative events.
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Here’s a few of the highlights for 2023 D23 member events!
D23 2023 Event Highlights:
Destination d23.
D23 returns to The Most Magical Place on Earth for the biggest Disney fan event of 2023 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, September 8–10, to celebrate 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. Fans will be among the first to hear exciting announcements and see sneak peeks from the many worlds of Disney—and relive favorite memories with behind-the-scenes stories, special guests, and so much more at this epic event.
THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS OFFICIAL TOUR – PRESENTED BY D23
D23 welcomes guests to The Walt Disney Studios Lot, giving members the opportunity to visit the world-famous studio in Burbank, California. These tours offer fans a unique perspective on historic moments from Disney films, television series, and theme parks—along with the chance to look inside the Walt Disney Archives and draw inspiration from Walt Disney’s office suite.
FAN-FAVORITE MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
D23 will celebrate several milestone anniversaries with in-person events in 2023 for fan-favorite films, including Finding Nemo (20th), Mulan (25th), and Who Framed Roger Rabbit (35th). D23 is excited to celebrate these iconic films with extra-special experiences and even more magic for D23 Members. And Halloween will return in phantom fashion, celebrating the anniversaries of monstrously major movies including Hocus Pocus (30th) , Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas (30th) , and Halloweentown (25th).
WALT’S MARCELINE
Walt Disney frequently cited this charming Missouri town where he spent his early childhood as one of his greatest influences. Its lovely main thoroughfare was an inspiration for Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A. D23 Members will have a chance to return in June 2023 for a very special hometown event.
D23 NIGHTS WITH DISNEY THEATRICAL
D23 and the North American tours of Disney’s The Lion King and Disney’s Frozen are excited to offer D23 Members exclusive theatrical experiences, including special ticket packages and post-show Q&As with cast members. D23 will kick off these dazzling theatrical events in Los Angeles with The Lion King and in Costa Mesa, California, with Frozen , and offer an exclusive experience with the cast during the highly anticipated opening of Disney’s Hercules at the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey.
SIGNATURE EVENTS :
Fans can look forward to D23 Gold Member previews of Walt Disney Archives traveling exhibitions across the country. D23 Gold Members will enjoy advance and opening night screenings of new Disney films at locations across the country. Walt Disney Imagineering’s exclusive merchandise store, Mickey’s of Glendale, will open its doors to members with both online and in-person opportunities. Look out for the return of the holiday favorite Light Up the Season in December 2023 as part of a very merry D23 Holiday Celebration!
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Dates, ticketing information, and more D23 events will be announced throughout the year. Full details on D23’s lineup of 2023 special events can be found on the fan club’s website at www.D23.com/events .
Many of these events are exclusively for D23 Gold and Gold Duo Members. Be sure to check the full listings when events post for details. All events and dates are subject to change.
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On May 6, 1940, Walt Disney’s employees finished the arduous task of moving into the brand-new Walt Disney Studios location in Burbank, California. At the time of the move, Robin Coons, a reporter with the Associated Press, was concerned about Disney’s decision to relocate.
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“I was worried because the removal to the new factory, still in progress, could change the Disney atmosphere as drastically as a Disney venture into big business,” she wrote. “So I went out and browsed around the big new lot, and I’m happy to report that Disney is still Disney, and the Disney lot is still like no other in this town or any other.”
Coons continued her happy report, adding that “the artists work in roomier, air-conditioned, more convenient quarters, but their walls are still adorned with those extra-curricular inspirations indicative of the sans-souci spirit of old. There was Walt himself in a leather jacket, still being called plain ‘Walt’ by everybody in sight.”
The elated reporter complimented Walt Disney , his relationship with his employees, and the overall morale of the organization, saying the following in her report:
There may be other lots with almost as much loyalty to the head man as here; there certainly are lots with more formidable lines of time clocks, but there isn’t another with a higher morale.
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That was more than 80 years ago, but a sense of that morale and the nostalgia of Disney days gone by can still be felt within the walls and halls of the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. And as part of the Disney100 celebration this year , D23, the Ultimate Disney Fan Club, is inviting ultimate Disney fans to step back in time with a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Studios.
From February 6 to March 31, 2023, Disney fans of all ages are invited to a very special tour of the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank.
D23 invites Guests to “kick off the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company in 2023 by visiting the heart of the magic with The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour , presented by D23!
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D23 Members have the rare opportunity to enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour tour of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. This exclusive experience includes a visit to Walt Disney’s office suite, the Walt Disney Archives, and Legends Plaza. Additionally, on weekend tours, get a glimpse of the Animator’s office exhibit only open on Saturdays for D23. You will also have the opportunity for your own private visit to the Archives, where you may even run into someone from the Archives team.
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Join your D23 tour guide on a stroll through the original Animation building, where beloved animated films, including Cinderella , Lady and the Tramp , and The Jungle Book , were created; see the historic soundstages used for filming such Disney live-action movie classics as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea , Mary Poppins , Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 ; plus explore the beautiful Legends Plaza, which honors those who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy. Many guests will also recognize the exterior spaces on the lot, which have been featured in productions from the Mickey Mouse Club and The Absent-Minded Professor to Saving Mr. Banks , Muppets Most Wanted, and ABC’s black-ish !”
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This special tour even includes a look at the Walt Disney Archives–and a visit to Walt’s 3H office, which has been restored and still includes original furnishings used and enjoyed by Walt Disney himself . It’s a dream come true for nostalgic Disney fans who can’t get enough of Walt and the story behind The Walt Disney Company.
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General members of D23 can enjoy the tour on weekdays for $149 per person and on weekends for $159 per person, plus a $7 processing fee per person. D23 Gold Members enjoy a savings of $50 per person and can experience the tour for $99 during the week and $109 on the weekends, plus a $7 processing fee per person.
For more information, visit the official D23 website .
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Official D23 Tours of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank Returning August 11th
D23 is bringing back a long-time favorite tour for members, that being the Official Walt Disney Studios Tour!
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What’s Happening:
- D23 Members have the rare opportunity to enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour tour of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, CA.
- This exclusive experience includes a visit to Walt Disney’s office suite, Legends Plaza, and the Walt Disney Archives.
- Additionally on weekend tours, an Archivist from the Walt Disney Archives will join the tour and share the rich history of this amazing department.
- Join your D23 tour guide on a stroll through the original Animation building, where beloved animated films, including Cinderella , Lady and the Tramp , and The Jungle Book , were created; see the historic soundstages used for filming such Disney live-action movie classics as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea , Mary Poppins , Pirates of the Caribbean : The Curse of the Black Pearl , and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 ; plus explore the beautiful Legends Plaza, which honors those who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy.
- Many guests will also recognize the exterior spaces on the lot, which have been featured in productions from the Mickey Mouse Club and The Absent-Minded Professor to Saving Mr. Banks , Muppets Most Wanted , and ABC ’s black-ish !
- Then, explore the rich legacy and historical collections of The Walt Disney Company during a tour of the Walt Disney Archives. To complete this epic experience, take a tour of Walt Disney’s restored 3H office suite, filled with original furnishings, awards, and items from the master showman’s personal collection. Upon exiting the suite, all guests will receive an exclusive gift to commemorate this memorable experience.
- All guests will also have the opportunity to shop at the Disney Studio Store and Employee Center and purchase items only available on the Studio lot!
- Pricing for D23 Gold Members is $99 for weekday tours or $109 for weekend tours per person, plus a $7 per person processing fee.
- For General Members, pricing is $149 for weekday tours and $159 for weekend tours per person, plus a $7 per person processing fee.
- Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, August 2nd, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET).
- All guests will be required to wear face masks upon entering the Walt Disney Studio Lot and for the entire duration of the tour.
- Additionally, all guests will need to provide proof of either confirmation that you have been fully vaccinated or a negative PCR test for COVID-19.
- Tour dates are as follows:
GENERAL AND GOLD MEMBERS:
- August 11, August 18, August 25, September 1, September 15, September 22, October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27
- Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
- August 12, August 19, August 26, September 2, September 16, September 23, October 7, October 14, October 21, October 28
- Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., and 10:30 a.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
- August 20, October 22, November 5
- Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
For more details and to purchase tickets when they become available on August 2nd, visit the official D23 website .
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The Walt Disney Studios Official Tour takes place between February 6 through March 31.
The tour takes place at The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California.
The tour is presented by D23 – kicking off Disney’s 100 celebration.
The tour costs $149 for weekday general admission and $159 for weekend tours – plus a $7 per person processing fee.
D23 Gold members can purchase weekday tour tickets for $99 and weekend tickets for $109 – plus the $7 per person processing fee.
The tour includes a visit to Walt Disney’s restored office suite, the Walt Disney Archives and Legends Plaza during the 2.5 hour long tour.
Weekend tours also get to see a peek at the Animator’s office exhibit – however it is only on Saturdays and for D23 members.
The tour gives Disney fans a glimpse at historic soundstages as well as how classic Disney films were made and more.
There is a Disney Studio Store and Employee Center gift shop with items only available in the Studios lot.
See more about the tour here .
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How to Tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank
Have you ever dreamed of getting to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank? This is one of the hardest studios in Los Angeles to get to see. There are only three studios that offer tours that anyone can buy tickets for. Those studios are Paramount , Sony and Warner Bros . The main ways that you can tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank are through D23 Events, Disney Movie Insider Rewards, and Adventures By Disney.
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What is D23? It is The Official Disney Fan Club! Earlier this year I attended the D23 Expo which I highly recommend. You can be a general member for free or a gold member for a price. For $99.99 a year, plus shipping and taxes, you can join the club. There will be a few free member events throughout the year but most activities require you to spend more money to attend. However, if you really want to tour the studio you’ll most likely find the price tag worth the investment.
At least two times a year club members can purchase tickets to tour the studio. This tour always sells out though so you do have to pay close attention to when it goes on sale. The best way to stay informed is to check the D23 events page on their website often. The pricing starts at $99 and goes up from there. Pricing is more for general members (the free membership), and it is more expensive for weekend tours as well. You can find tickets and available tour times through the D23 event page when availability permits.
What does this tour entail? According to the D23 website, you can expect a 2 and 1/2 hour tour which includes a visit to Walt Disney’s Office and the archives.
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Did you know that you can earn points for watching Disney movies in theatres and by purchasing Disney Movies on DVD and BluRay? Once you create an account with Disney Movie Insider Rewards and start earning points you can redeem them for great rewards. One of the rewards is to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. This reward costs 12,000 points so it will take a while to earn enough.
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It’s back!
Disney offers many types of VIP tours throughout their parks. Some of them returned in late 2021 and others returned earlier this year . And now, another popular tour is finally returning — The Walt Disney Studios Official Tour!
D23 has just announced that their wildly popular Walt Disney Studios Official Tour is finally returning from August 11th,2022 through November 5th, 2022 for D23 Gold and General members. We knew the tour would be returning this year, but Disney hadn’t announced an exact date…until now !
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The tour will cost $99 on weekdays and $109 on weekends for Gold members and $149 on weekdays and $159 on weekends for General members . Tickets will go on sale on August 2nd at 10AM PST (1PM EST).
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The tour lasts 2.5 hours and guests will be able to see sights such as Walt Disney’s office suite, Legends Plaza, and the Walt Disney Archives . On weekends, a Disney Archivist will join the tour to offer additional commentary.
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Find out more about the tour and grab your tickets on the D23 website . If you are not a D23 member yet, it’s free to sign up for a General membership and $99 per year for a Gold membership.
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awe shucks… from the headline, I was hoping there was a return to the back lot tour that used to take place at the Florida Studio’s lot. The action of the Catastrophe Canyon sequence was one to remember, and I am so upset that the next generation will not be able to enjoy this groundbreaking attraction. So much was lost when the Fl. Studios became a thrill park instead of a working studio.
April 13, 2023 at 8:46 pm
It says sold out as of abril 2023… any chance they will re-open? Does anyone know?
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Field Trip: Walt Disney Studios Tour
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Thanks to D23 I was able to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank on a VIP tour, exploring the campus and learning many new facts about the hundred-year-old company. Here are the highlights and my overall thoughts on the tour.
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D23, the official Disney fan club, hosts VIP tours at Walt Disney Studios throughout the year that members can register for. These tours explore the campus from the animation buildings to Walt’s office to the sound stages and the archives. It all ends with a stop at the Disney Legends Plaza and the Disney Employee stores.
The tour overall was quite relaxing and enjoyable. Our tour guide Linda was very pleasant and knowledgeable, keeping an uplifted energy to the experience that genuinely made the time go by quickly. She also paid attention to our groups’ personal favorites and would pinpoint specific facts for us. As an example, once I admitted that I am very much a Disney Parks fan above all else, she would mention certain theme park projects that were completed at the studios. She was a big part of why I enjoyed the tour as much as I did.
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My favorite part of the tour was seeing Walt’s office. It is a faithful recreation with all of the items that were previously archived following Walt’s death, located in the original suite Walt worked in. He actually has two offices side by side, one being the formal office for important meetings and home to the iconic Sherman Brothers piano and the other the working office where his closest collaborates met to come up with the next big Disney project. Both of these spaces had me a bit emotional, to be honest. The formal office greatly reminded me of my own grandfather’s office which both warmed my heart and made me miss him. And the working office made me audibly gasp seeing the large Disneyland map on the wall with notes about upcoming (at the time) projects for the park as well as EPCOT concept art.
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Other highlights of the tour were seeing a breakdown of the animation process while exploring all the artwork that made some of our favorite films. This included concept art for Bambi and Aladdin, cells from Sleeping Beauty, backgrounds from 101 Dalmations and The Lion King, and an explanation of how all of these elements come together to make Disney’s classic animations. On our way to Walt’s offices, we pass many historic photos of the man at work, including drawing Mickey Mouse, having tea with Julie Andrews as Mary Poppins, and many historic moments from Disneyland. A big highlight was holding a real Oscar won by Walt. And the Disney Legends Plaza was a perfect end where we could see who all were inducted and see the only Partners Statue (A statue of Walt and Mickey) that you can get close to.
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The Walt Disney Studios Tour hosted by D23 was a very fun and relaxed experience where I actually learned new facts about the iconic company and the man who started it all. If you are a Disney fan and ever have the chance to tour the studios, I recommend that you take it.
What behind-the-scenes look would you like to see at Disney? Leave a comment!
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What to Know About Disney D23: The Ultimate Fan Event
T he magical world of Disney comes alive every two years at Disney D23 The Ultimate Fan Event. This event is perfect for all Disney fans. It takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center and at the Honda Center. At the event, you can find special previews, exciting panels with musicians, actors, and directors, and hands-on exhibits. Each area of this event reflects the amazing story of the Walt Disney Company.
What is the Disney D23 Event?
Disney’s D23 , the Ultimate Fan Event, is the biggest event for Disney fans. It takes place every two years at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. At this event, fans from everywhere gather to experience the magic of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars , and more.
People can expect a fun weekend at the D23 weekend event. There will be special previews, exciting news, talks with stars, and interactive exhibits. Fans will also have chances to meet each other. This event is great for all fans, whether you’re a long-time supporter or someone who just enjoys Disney.
Why Should You Attend D23 The Ultimate Fan Event?
D23 is a unique experience every Disney fan should have at least once. At the event, you can watch brand-new clips from upcoming films. You can also meet Disney Legends like Anika Noni Rose, James Cameron, Joe Rhode, or Martha Blanding. Plus, you will be the first to hear about new Disney attractions at the Disney Experiences Showcase .
At D23, you can see great cosplay and find special merchandise. This event helps build a close community among visitors. It gives you a chance to show your love for Disney. D23 is the spot to learn about new attractions at Disney Parks and upcoming movies. You can hear from experts at the company who reflect on their past experiences like retired Imagineer Bob Weis and historian from the Walt Disney Archives, Becky Cline.
Star-Studded Panels and Interviews
The 2024 event was full of excitement. Many famous figures from the Walt Disney Company came to speak, including past and present Disney Legends. They talked about their new projects and shared good ideas. Fans were able to see actors, including the cast of the Percy Jackson series. They also listened to directors like Pete Docter and Jon Favreau, producers like Kevin Feige, and animators from popular series such as Star Wars and Pixar. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro said it well, “The sky’s the limit, and we’re only just getting started.”
The event brought fans and creators together. People enjoyed fun interviews and Q&A sessions, and listening to the talented individuals behind Disney’s famous stories and characters made the event special.
Exclusive Previews and Teasers
One of the best things about D23 is seeing what Disney will do next. All the people who went to the entertainment showcase got a special first look at new movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel Studios, and Lucasfilm.
Attendees had a great time seeing previews of live-action remakes. They got to see Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen in the new live-action movie. There was also some concept art for upcoming animated films. Pixar talked about a fifth Toy Story film, but they did not share a new trailer for it. A highlight of the night was the performance by the cast of “Agatha All Along.” Kathryn Hahn, Patti Lupone, and others sang “Down the Witch’s Road” and gave a sneak peek of the new show coming in September to Disney+.
Interactive Exhibits and Immersive Experiences
D23 is not just about talks and panels. It offers a chance to enjoy exclusive Disney experiences. This year, the event had amazing exhibits that showed Disney’s magic. The Marvel Cinematic Universe was a big hit with the Time Variance Authority, or TVA, walk-through experience. It always had at least an hour-long wait!
Fans could visit Pixar Animation and Disney Animation Studios. They could see detailed models, original artwork, and fun displays. Visitors enjoyed behind-the-scenes looks at how animations are made. There were also photo ops that made guests feel like they were in their favorite films. I personally loved the Imagineering area where they “pulled back the curtain” to show how our favorite attractions, cruise ships, and shows are made.
Announcements from the Entertainment Showcase
The Marvel Cinematic Universe was a big part of the entertainment showcase. Many exciting announcements made fans feel thrilled. People cheered as Marvel revealed plans for new films and Disney+ series. These will expand the MCU in surprising ways.
Disney shared special clips from upcoming projects. These include “ Star Wars : Skeleton Crew” with Jude Law, “Mufasa: The Lion King,” “ Freakier Friday ” featuring Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, and a live-action version of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”
Exclusive Merchandise and Collectibles
No D23 experience is really complete without some limited-edition merchandise . The event offered many special items, clothes, and other Disney surprises just for those who attended. You could find unique pins and outfits featuring popular characters. This year, many exhibitors joined “The Great Pin Pursuit.” This fun activity encouraged guests to visit different booths to collect various pins from Disney+, Hulu, Honda, FX, and other sponsors.
Limited art prints and copies of popular items, like Captain America’s broken shield and Iron Man’s helmet, were up for sale at the D23 Marketplace, a great spot for shoppers who wanted to take home something exclusive.
Limited Edition Releases
D23 is well-known for its unique merchandise, and this year was no exception. The Disney Company understands how much fans enjoy these items. They revealed many limited-edition products that thrilled collectors. There were detailed figures, pins, beautiful artwork, handbags, backpacks and clothing.
The special items at D23 are valuable and can turn into popular collectibles. They represent what the event celebrates: Disney’s rich history, what it is creating now, and its future plans. If you wanted a special keepsake to add to your collection, the limited edition items at D23 Marketplace were a must-purchase.
Must-Have Disney D23 Souvenirs
For fans of Disney, souvenirs from the event are a must-have. Commemorative pins are popular among collectors. In addition, exclusive D23 designs appeared on T-shirts, jackets, and hats. Art prints featured special artwork from Disney artists. All of these items were popular, but some fans were counting on their value to increase over time and become worthwhile investments. I was just excited to get some unique pieces for myself!
Fan Reactions and Memorable Moments
The energy at Disney D23 was incredible. So many Disney fans were excited throughout the weekend. Social media buzzed with reactions to the news, trailers, and special highlights, sparking a wave of excitement, and healthy debate, online. During the trailer reveals and sneak peeks, people cheered for their favorite Disney characters and their favorite Marvel and Star Wars characters.
Cosplay Highlights and Fan Interviews
Cosplay and Disneybounding are important parts of the D23 event. This year, fans displayed their amazing cosplay skills and really “brought it” when it came to making their own costume Many people dressed as their favorite characters, from classic princesses to superheroes.
They focused on details and showed a real passion for the craft. Each year, fans show that the stories and characters matter, and these stories inspire creativity and a shared love among fans.
Networking and Community Building
D23 is a fantastic spot for meeting new people and making friends who also love Disney. Sharing a love for Disney helps you connect with others. This can start conversations and build friendships that stay strong even after the event is over.
D23 has many ways for you to connect. You can join panels, watch presentations, and attend fan meet-ups or casual get-togethers. There are lots of chances to meet people who love Disney just like you. This shows how shared interests can help bring together a global community that loves these special stories and characters.
Meeting the Minds Behind the Magic
Many people find Disney D23 one of the special events that allows them to meet the talented people who bring Disney’s magic to life. This year, fans had the chance to talk with well-known filmmakers, animators, actors, and Imagineers from Disney Parks and Walt Disney Studios.
At various meet-and-greet events and signings, fans had the chance to speak with celebrities and important figures in the Walt Disney Company. They could talk to directors like Pete Docter and Leslie Iwerks. Fans were also able to meet the cast of the Percy Jackson series, Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana, and Raven-Symoné from “Raven’s House.” This created a special moment for fans to connect with the people who made their favorite stories.
These personal moments help fans see how things are made and allow fans to thank the artists who create the magic. This helps create a strong community and a shared love at the heart of the Disney experience.
Fan and Unofficial Meet-ups
D23 had more than just official events. It also had meet-ups organized by fans. These events brought people together. Groups shared interests like Disney pin trading. This created great opportunities for fans to connect with each other. Fan meet-ups showed how different Disney fans can be. You can find groups for fans of Disney history, animation, theme parks, music, and more.
Get Ready for D23 2024 with These Insider Tips and Tricks
Attending a large Disney fan event like D23 needs some planning. Here are some tips to help you enjoy your time at the next event. First, buy your tickets early! Since the event is at the Anaheim Convention Center and at the Honda Center, it’s essential to reserve your accommodations in advance, too.
- Know the event schedule.
- Plan which panels you want to see.
- Get there early for a good seat.
- If you want special merchandise, be ready to wait in line. Items are limited and sell out fast.
- Set realistic expectations. You won’t be able to do it all!
Tips for Attending the Next Disney D23 Event
Attending the Disney D23 event is a dream for any Disney fan. Here are some tips to help you enjoy this exciting experience. First, plan your trip early . Tickets can sell out quickly, so make sure to buy yours in advance. Also, remember to think about your budget when buying tickets. There are several options and extras to choose from.
The event takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center and the Honda Center nearby. It is a good idea to book your hotel and travel early, especially if you’re traveling from another state. When you arrive, make sure to give yourself enough time to get to the convention center and the Honda Center. It can become quite busy, especially during peak times.
Tips for First-Time Attendees
First-time attendees should plan ahead! Review the schedule, map out your must-dos, and do whatever you need to do to stay organized and not overwhelmed. Look at the D23 schedule before the event. Make a list of the Disney experiences that are most important to you. Don’t hesitate to line up early for the popular panels and presentations.
Frequently Asked Questions
These are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers related to D23 The Ultimate Fan Event.
How Can I Attend the Next D23 Event?
For information on the next D23 event at the Anaheim Convention Center, visit the official D23 website and their social media pages. They will share updates about tickets and how to register. Tickets typically become available a few months before the event. Since many people want to attend, it is smart for any Disney fan to book early.
What Are the Must-See Panels and Exhibits?
I believe everyone should see the panels and exhibits that share the past, present and future of Disney. When the schedule is released a few months ahead, take time to see what interests you. There will always be showcases on the entertainment, theme park, and celebrity aspects of the company. Don’t hesitate to skip those if you find something else more interesting!
Can I Buy Exclusive Merchandise Online?
Some special items often appear on the Disney Store online after the D23 event. However, only a few of these items are usually available. Not every Disney fan collectible will be in stock, so it might be worth it to attend at least one day of the convention center experience if you’re a collector.
Finding Your Community at D23
D23 is a wonderful way to connect with a larger community! You can meet other fans by joining special social media groups for D23 attendees. It is also a good idea to join fan meetups during the event. Don’t be shy! Talk to people who are enjoying Disney experiences and make a few new friends while you’re at it.
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Warner Bros.? Paramount? Universal? How to choose the best Hollywood studio tour for you
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When it comes to L.A. outings, the movie studio tour can be easy for locals to overlook. After all, surrounded by Hollywood productions, the entire city can feel like a stage. And if you’ve been on backlots or know people who work in the film and television industries, the magic of the moving picture may already be demystified.
And yet there’s still much to adore about an afternoon jaunt through a filmmaking campus.
In a city that’s too often unjustly stereotyped as favoring the new, the Hollywood studio reminds us of how much history — and, specifically, pop-culture myth-making — is rooted in and around Los Angeles. There in these spaces, you might see a spot where James Dean once stood, roll past the “Psycho” house, step into a partly dressed soundstage or walk through a sound-making Foley factory. Our studios remain working palaces dedicated to crafting dreams.
That all may sound romanticized — the reality of “ making it ” in Hollywood is increasingly challenging, and the studio itself is threatened by a global, digital and consolidating production industry — but it’s only meant to note what’s at risk.
For me, the studio tour was once a go-to destination when out-of-towners came to visit. These days, I like to revisit one every few years, just as a reminder to remain uncynical and to marvel at the talent and cinematic art that this region has invented. And each tour has a slightly different flavor. Whether it’s animation history you crave or museum-like installations, there’s a tour for every kind of film buff.
Universal Studios
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Best for: Seekers of thrills and cinematic magic
It’s not an exaggeration to say that if there was no tram tour on the Universal Studios lot, there would be no Universal Studios theme park. Sixty years ago, the backlot tram tour began as a way, in part, to increase commissary sales as tourists liked the opportunity to dine on the lot. Quickly, however, those running the tour had a realization that every studio trek has to confront: looking at giant soundstages or deserted sets is fun for only so long.
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How the Universal Studios tram tour defined the modern theme park
The most important theme park ride ever created? It may just be the Universal Studios tram tour, which dates to the silent film era. Once primarily a behind-the-scenes tour, the trek has evolved to define the modern theme park.
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Thus, Universal Studios pioneered the concept of melding the tour with various attractions — cinematic illusions such as a flash flood, a runaway train or, in the late ’80s, an earthquake simulator. Today, the tram tour — now officially designated as the World-Famous Studio Tour — is but one part of a larger theme park, designed to show us mini-attractions such as an encounter with a shark from “Jaws” or a 3-D ride alongside King Kong. Yes, there are backlot sets, including instantly recognizable locations from “Back to the Future,” “Pyscho,” “Desperate Housewives” and, most recently, “Nope.” But this 60-minute journey is more than a behind-the-scenes look. Instead, the focus is on the emotion and excitement of movie-making mirages.
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There is even a lesser known VIP option to exploring the park. Expect to spend around $400 per person for it, but the perks include a longer tour with the ability to walk around the sets, venture into a prop house and likely set foot on a soundstage.
Universal Studios, 100 Universal City Plaza. The tram tour is included with theme park admission, which varies per day but ranges from $109 to $149 per person. For more information , visit universalstudioshollywood.com .
Warner Bros.
Best for: Fans of interactive exhibits, Central Perk selfies and everything “Harry Potter”
Warner Bros. has always had a showman’s approach to its studio tour, opening its gates to the public in the mid-’60s to herald the arrival of “The Great Race” with cars, props and a behind-the-scenes featurette to accompany a backlot venture. It’s a mindset that continues today, as the Warner Bros. Studio Tour aims to walk the line between pure history and entertainment, with numerous recent expansions into interactive installations. Come for the tour, stay for a potion-making mini-game to celebrate the “Harry Potter” franchise or the ability to pose with multiple Batmobiles.
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Classic film lovers: See James Dean’s apartment and more on new TCM tour at Warner Bros.
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The standard tour offers about a 60-minute tram outing. Expect to stop and walk among its suburban town, where guides will point out filming locations from “Friends,” “The Big Bang Theory,” “Gilmore Girls,” “Cool Hand Luke” and more, as well as to see the wilds of San Fernando Valley, including a forest area that’s been used in the likes of “Jurassic Park,” “True Blood” and “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.” There’s also a Turner Classic Movies-themed tour , if you lean more toward cinematic classics such as “Casablanca” and “Rebel Without a Cause.”
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But what truly separates Warner Bros. from its competitors is recent investments in a re-creation of the “Friends” Central Perk Café — yes, you can dine there — and its surrounding museum-like exhibits. Interactive tables will allow you to explore the actors of Warner Bros. past and present, while special effects stations can add or subtract digital accouterments with the movement of a knob. There’s up-sell green screen photo ops, short films and demonstrations of motion-capture technology. A secondary stop pulls from tricks from the theme park industry, with photo ops pegged to DC superhero films and the “Potter” franchise, including the ability to be assigned a personality by the latter’s wizardly Sorting Hat.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour, 3400 Warner Blvd., Burbank. The standard tour starts at $73 ; Southern California residents receive a $12 discount through Dec. 17 , with deluxe and VIP offerings providing additional exploration of the studio’s backlot. For more information , visit wbstudiotour.com.
Walt Disney Studios
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Best for: Disney history buffs and animation lovers
If Disneyland idealizes American stories and Western takes on classic fairy tales, then a trip to the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank grounds them in a bit more reality. But it is still Disney, so expect a little bit of folkloric mythologizing, especially when it comes to company founder Walt Disney.
A centerpiece of the 2½-hour tour — open only to members of the Disney fan club D23, including those with a free membership — is the meticulous restoration of Disney’s five-room office suite. It’s a treasure trove of items belonging to Disney — or re-creations of them, such as a reproduction of the special Oscar he won for “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” with a normal-sized statuette and seven smaller ones. Marvel, too, at the Disneyland master plan, with nods to what were then recently completed projects such as It’s a Small World. The office is preserved as it would have looked at the time of Disney’s death in 1966. (Note: At the time of publication, the office was due for renovation in late 2024.)
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Additionally, no other tour is as dedicated to the art of animation as this one. No real surprise, of course, but guests will visit the original animation building — where “Cinderella” and “Lady and the Tramp,” among many others, were created — and learn about Disney’s many advancements to the medium. Discover, too, the unique construction of the lot, and clever efforts to conceal precious hand-drawn animation cels from the sun. The tour also includes a stop at the Walt Disney Archives, the working research lab dedicated to preserving all things Disney.
The Walt Disney Studios Official Tour, 500 S . Buena Vista St., Burbank. D23 members are allowed to purchase two tickets; ticket cost varies by membership level but starts at $79. For more information , visit d23.com/upcoming-events.
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Sony Pictures
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Best for: Game show devotees and a vision of Oz
The Times first wrote about a tour of the famed MGM Studios lot in the late ’60s. Times, culture and ownership have changed, and the now Sony Pictures Studio Tour no longer, for instance, provides a look at Esther Williams’ private swimming pool. Today, it begins with a re-creation of the “Seinfeld” set and props from the “Men in Black” films. The Culver City lot still offers the occasional nod to its past, via architectural allusions to MGM’s history or artist Tony Tasset’s 94-foot, 2012-constructed rainbow that references “The Wizard of Oz,” which was filmed at the locale.
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A signature of the modern Sony Pictures tour is a stop on the sets of venerable game shows such as “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune,” provided they’re not in the midst of filming. But even if they are, you’ll still have the opportunity to stand before a green screen and take home a “Jeopardy!” picture as a memento.
You’ll also likely get a look at various working aspects of the studio. On the day I visited, we strolled through the sound production offices to see how Foley artists operate. Imagine a darkened, cramped room that looks like someone’s garage filled with old clothes, crusty leaves, an assortment of footwear and broken machinery.
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It was a brief chance to play, as guests stepped among different floor types to create various sounds. We also spent a moment in an overdub room, mimicking the creation of white noise from a crowd.
“Breaking Bad” and Ghostbusters” fans will snare a look at vehicles used in productions. For a different perspective, schedule one of Sony’s evening tours.
Sony Pictures, 3990 Overland Ave ., Culver City. Tours start at $55. For more information, visit sonypicturesstudiostours.com.
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Best for: Those looking for Hollywood nostalgia
Paramount dispenses with the slickness and some of the how-to’s of other tours, focusing instead on its historic Hollywood locale on Melrose Avenue. A sense of grandeur permeates the lot, thanks in large part to the ornate archway of the Bronson Gate — which was a filming location for “Sunset Boulevard.” On Paramount’s standard tour, you’ll learn how Alfred Hitchcock nearly destroyed a soundstage to film “Rear Window,” and glimpse the lot’s expansive “blue sky tank,” which can create oceanic illusions. On the day I visited, we explored a soundstage dressed for Taylor Tomlinson’s “After Midnight,” and paused to watch crews ready the lot’s New York streets for filming.
At a prop warehouse specifically geared for the tour, one can step on a transporter from “Star Trek Beyond.” Also present: costumes for the “Halo” series, a full-scale Bumblebee from the “Transformers” films and mushrooms and an “egg mobile” from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” movies. This is more of a gallery-like setup than it is a venture into a working prop house.
The two-hour Paramount tour is relatively intimate, featuring a small group and a tour guide armed with an iPad. Higher-priced options offer a look into more operational archival areas of the lot, but as it stands, it’s primarily a chance to see a historic Hollywood lot, one potentially on the verge of significant change .
Paramount Pictures, 5515 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles. Tour start at $65. For more information, visit paramountstudiotour.com.
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How to Tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank
Have you ever dreamed of getting to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank? This is one of the hardest studios in Los Angeles to get to see. There are only three studios that offer tours that anyone can buy tickets for. Those studios are Paramount , Sony and Warner Bros . The main ways that you can tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank are through D23 Events, Disney Movie Insider Rewards, and Adventures By Disney.
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What is D23? It is The Official Disney Fan Club! Earlier this year I attended the D23 Expo which I highly recommend. You can be a general member for free or a gold member for a price. For $99.99 a year, plus shipping and taxes, you can join the club. There will be a few free member events throughout the year but most activities require you to spend more money to attend. However, if you really want to tour the studio you’ll most likely find the price tag worth the investment.
At least two times a year club members can purchase tickets to tour the studio. This tour always sells out though so you do have to pay close attention to when it goes on sale. The best way to stay informed is to check the D23 events page on their website often. The pricing starts at $99 and goes up from there. Pricing is more for general members (the free membership), and it is more expensive for weekend tours as well. You can find tickets and available tour times through the D23 event page when availability permits.
What does this tour entail? According to the D23 website, you can expect a 2 and 1/2 hour tour which includes a visit to Walt Disney’s Office and the archives.
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Did you know that you can earn points for watching Disney movies in theatres and by purchasing Disney Movies on DVD and BluRay? Once you create an account with Disney Movie Insider Rewards and start earning points you can redeem them for great rewards. One of the rewards is to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. This reward costs 12,000 points so it will take a while to earn enough.
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Adventures By Disney
Adventures By Disney is a way to travel while having Disney take care of everything. There is a four-day tour of Los Angeles. This experience gives you access to the park in a unique way and provides a tour of the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. You even get to tour Imagineering. These trips and experiences with ABD can be very pricey but you certainly get some spectacular experiences. You can see pricing and details here .
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Official D23 Tours of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank Returning August 11th
D23 is bringing back a long-time favorite tour for members, that being the Official Walt Disney Studios Tour!
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What’s Happening:
- D23 Members have the rare opportunity to enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour tour of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, CA.
- This exclusive experience includes a visit to Walt Disney’s office suite, Legends Plaza, and the Walt Disney Archives.
- Additionally on weekend tours, an Archivist from the Walt Disney Archives will join the tour and share the rich history of this amazing department.
- Join your D23 tour guide on a stroll through the original Animation building, where beloved animated films, including Cinderella , Lady and the Tramp , and The Jungle Book , were created; see the historic soundstages used for filming such Disney live-action movie classics as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea , Mary Poppins , Pirates of the Caribbean : The Curse of the Black Pearl , and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 ; plus explore the beautiful Legends Plaza, which honors those who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy.
- Many guests will also recognize the exterior spaces on the lot, which have been featured in productions from the Mickey Mouse Club and The Absent-Minded Professor to Saving Mr. Banks , Muppets Most Wanted , and ABC ’s black-ish !
- Then, explore the rich legacy and historical collections of The Walt Disney Company during a tour of the Walt Disney Archives. To complete this epic experience, take a tour of Walt Disney’s restored 3H office suite, filled with original furnishings, awards, and items from the master showman’s personal collection. Upon exiting the suite, all guests will receive an exclusive gift to commemorate this memorable experience.
- All guests will also have the opportunity to shop at the Disney Studio Store and Employee Center and purchase items only available on the Studio lot!
- Pricing for D23 Gold Members is $99 for weekday tours or $109 for weekend tours per person, plus a $7 per person processing fee.
- For General Members, pricing is $149 for weekday tours and $159 for weekend tours per person, plus a $7 per person processing fee.
- Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, August 2nd, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET).
- All guests will be required to wear face masks upon entering the Walt Disney Studio Lot and for the entire duration of the tour.
- Additionally, all guests will need to provide proof of either confirmation that you have been fully vaccinated or a negative PCR test for COVID-19.
- Tour dates are as follows:
GENERAL AND GOLD MEMBERS:
- August 11, August 18, August 25, September 1, September 15, September 22, October 6, October 13, October 20, October 27
- Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
- August 12, August 19, August 26, September 2, September 16, September 23, October 7, October 14, October 21, October 28
- Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., and 10:30 a.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
- August 20, October 22, November 5
- Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
For more details and to purchase tickets when they become available on August 2nd, visit the official D23 website .
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The Walt Disney Studios Official Tour takes place between February 6 through March 31.
The tour takes place at The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California.
The tour is presented by D23 – kicking off Disney’s 100 celebration.
The tour costs $149 for weekday general admission and $159 for weekend tours – plus a $7 per person processing fee.
D23 Gold members can purchase weekday tour tickets for $99 and weekend tickets for $109 – plus the $7 per person processing fee.
The tour includes a visit to Walt Disney’s restored office suite, the Walt Disney Archives and Legends Plaza during the 2.5 hour long tour.
Weekend tours also get to see a peek at the Animator’s office exhibit – however it is only on Saturdays and for D23 members.
The tour gives Disney fans a glimpse at historic soundstages as well as how classic Disney films were made and more.
There is a Disney Studio Store and Employee Center gift shop with items only available in the Studios lot.
See more about the tour here .
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Hello- I’ll be going in December- where do they want us to park and check in at ?
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Walt Disney Studios: Take a tour of the working lot
Pausing at the intersection of Mickey Ave. and Dopey Drive – which doubles as Pluto's Corner – it's evident that The Walt Disney Studios isn't merely a place where movies are made. To many, it's hallowed ground. To be able to walk among the buildings where so much creativity has been flourishing and where so much of the cultural zeitgeist has been forged for generations is a wonderful and rare treat.
But not that rare. You too could stroll down Mickey Ave. and ogle the history-making studios.
Unlike Universal, Warner Bros., and other movie lots, The Walt Disney Company does not offer regular public tours of its studios. But there are two ways you could make it past the gates. As part of its Southern California itinerary, Adventures by Disney takes vacationers to the Burbank lot for a guided visit. Or, premium members of Disney's official D23 fan club can sign up for exclusive studio tours, which the club presents a few times a year.
Jeffrey Epstein, director of corporate communications at Disney, took me on a modified version of the club's two-and-a-half-hour tour. On the day I visited, there didn't appear to be any major production activity, and the lot seemed fairly hushed. But the nostalgia-tinged grounds screamed at every turn. "So many of the things you see here on the studio lot are icons in their own right," Epstein says.
The Burbank lot, which dates back to 1940, is not Disney's original studio. (Walt Disney arrived in Hollywood in 1923, hence the name of the fan club.) The company moved remnants of its earlier Hyperion Studio, where Mickey Mouse took shape and the world's first animated feature, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs , was produced, to the current spot where they remain to this day. Those remnants include a production bungalow and a building identified as "Shorts," which refers to the animated shorts that were once Disney's stock in trade.
The animation building is among the highlights of the tour. This is where many of the company's legendary films, starting with Dumbo , were crafted. The walls are lined with storyboards, model sheets, and other reminders of movies such as Lady and the Tramp , Bambi, and Aladdin . Epstein pointed out the building's long hallways and its many wings, which were designed to maximize natural light for the artists.
There is an underground tunnel that connects the animation building to the inking and painting building. The passageway helped protect the artists' hand-drawn cels from the elements when they were delivered between the buildings. Legions of inkers and painters (all of whom were women, by the way) painstakingly finished each cel by hand and prepared them to be photographed. The inking process, even for hand-drawn animation, is now done using computers, and the building is primarily used for offices today. Salvaged jars of the brightly colored inks are nonetheless on display.
The studio's plush, 400-seat theatre is used to screen films that are both in production and have been completed. The theatre occasionally hosts screenings for critics and special events for D23 members.
There are a number of soundstages that are used for live action productions. One of them is dedicated to Julie Andrews who filmed both The Princess Diaries and Mary Poppins there. Many of the exterior scenes for the 2013 movie, Saving Mr. Banks , which is about the making of the seminal Mary Poppins , were shot on location at the studios. There is a sense of authenticity as Tom Hanks, who portrays Walt Disney in the film, makes his way around the lot, because it retains the look and feel of the era when Mary Poppins was made.
The producers of Saving Mr. Banks had to build a set for the scenes inside Walt Disney's office since the actual office had long been dismantled. But in 2015, the company reproduced the office suite in its original location on the third floor of the animation building. It is now another highlight of the D23 tour.
Epstein says that the company's archives team meticulously replicated the space as it looked when Walt Disney died in 1966, including quirks such as books that were left upside down. "Although it's a place that is of the 1960s, it serves as a place of inspiration for D23 members," he notes. "You can see that Walt was looking forward. There was a map of what would become Walt Disney World, for example."
Another feature of the suite is its custom-designed piano. Richard Sherman, who wrote the music for Mary Poppins and other Disney projects with his brother Robert, has returned to play on the piano that he used to preview songs for Walt back in the day.
A visit to the archives department, which is dedicated to documenting and preserving the history of the company, is also part of the tour. Among the artifacts on display the day I visited the archives were an animator's desk, original birthday portraits of Mickey Mouse drawn by legendary animator and Imagineer John Hench, and Walt Disney's Disneyland employee badge.
While he's been gone for decades, Walt Disney still looms large at the studio that bears his name. A statue of Walt and Mickey Mouse stands at the center of Legends Plaza. The area also features handprints of many of the celebrities, creative professionals, and others who have made contributed their talents to the company.
The plaza leads to the Team Disney building, which serves as the company's corporate headquarters. The fanciful structure, which was designed by noted architect Michael Graves, includes statues of the Seven Dwarfs built into the upper reaches of its exterior. They symbolize, according to Epstein, their oversized role in "holding up the studios from the beginning."
Snow White was an artistic and cultural landmark, and the profits from the highly successful film were used to build the Burbank studios. But another architectural nod to the company's past is even more apt. Etched into the tiles of the entranceway to the Team Disney building is an evocative, larger-than-life photo of a young Walt Disney standing in a doorway. Bathed in a yellow spotlight next to him is the silhouette of Mickey Mouse. They were the true foundation of the company.
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On May 6, 1940, Walt Disney’s employees finished the arduous task of moving into the brand-new Walt Disney Studios location in Burbank, California. At the time of the move, Robin Coons, a reporter with the Associated Press, was concerned about Disney’s decision to relocate.
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“I was worried because the removal to the new factory, still in progress, could change the Disney atmosphere as drastically as a Disney venture into big business,” she wrote. “So I went out and browsed around the big new lot, and I’m happy to report that Disney is still Disney, and the Disney lot is still like no other in this town or any other.”
Coons continued her happy report, adding that “the artists work in roomier, air-conditioned, more convenient quarters, but their walls are still adorned with those extra-curricular inspirations indicative of the sans-souci spirit of old. There was Walt himself in a leather jacket, still being called plain ‘Walt’ by everybody in sight.”
The elated reporter complimented Walt Disney , his relationship with his employees, and the overall morale of the organization, saying the following in her report:
There may be other lots with almost as much loyalty to the head man as here; there certainly are lots with more formidable lines of time clocks, but there isn’t another with a higher morale.
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That was more than 80 years ago, but a sense of that morale and the nostalgia of Disney days gone by can still be felt within the walls and halls of the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. And as part of the Disney100 celebration this year , D23, the Ultimate Disney Fan Club, is inviting ultimate Disney fans to step back in time with a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Studios.
From February 6 to March 31, 2023, Disney fans of all ages are invited to a very special tour of the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank.
D23 invites Guests to “kick off the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company in 2023 by visiting the heart of the magic with The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour , presented by D23!
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D23 Members have the rare opportunity to enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour tour of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. This exclusive experience includes a visit to Walt Disney’s office suite, the Walt Disney Archives, and Legends Plaza. Additionally, on weekend tours, get a glimpse of the Animator’s office exhibit only open on Saturdays for D23. You will also have the opportunity for your own private visit to the Archives, where you may even run into someone from the Archives team.
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Join your D23 tour guide on a stroll through the original Animation building, where beloved animated films, including Cinderella , Lady and the Tramp , and The Jungle Book , were created; see the historic soundstages used for filming such Disney live-action movie classics as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea , Mary Poppins , Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 ; plus explore the beautiful Legends Plaza, which honors those who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy. Many guests will also recognize the exterior spaces on the lot, which have been featured in productions from the Mickey Mouse Club and The Absent-Minded Professor to Saving Mr. Banks , Muppets Most Wanted, and ABC’s black-ish !”
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This special tour even includes a look at the Walt Disney Archives–and a visit to Walt’s 3H office, which has been restored and still includes original furnishings used and enjoyed by Walt Disney himself . It’s a dream come true for nostalgic Disney fans who can’t get enough of Walt and the story behind The Walt Disney Company.
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General members of D23 can enjoy the tour on weekdays for $149 per person and on weekends for $159 per person, plus a $7 processing fee per person. D23 Gold Members enjoy a savings of $50 per person and can experience the tour for $99 during the week and $109 on the weekends, plus a $7 processing fee per person.
For more information, visit the official D23 website .
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When it comes to L.A. outings, the movie studio tour can be easy for locals to overlook. After all, surrounded by Hollywood productions, the entire city can feel like a stage. And if you’ve been on backlots or know people who work in the film and television industries, the magic of the moving picture may already be demystified.
And yet there’s still much to adore about an afternoon jaunt through a filmmaking campus.
In a city that’s too often unjustly stereotyped as favoring the new, the Hollywood studio reminds us of how much history — and, specifically, pop-culture myth-making — is rooted in and around Los Angeles. There in these spaces, you might see a spot where James Dean once stood, roll past the “Psycho” house, step into a partly dressed soundstage or walk through a sound-making Foley factory. Our studios remain working palaces dedicated to crafting dreams.
That all may sound romanticized — the reality of “ making it ” in Hollywood is increasingly challenging, and the studio itself is threatened by a global, digital and consolidating production industry — but it’s only meant to note what’s at risk.
For me, the studio tour was once a go-to destination when out-of-towners came to visit. These days, I like to revisit one every few years, just as a reminder to remain uncynical and to marvel at the talent and cinematic art that this region has invented. And each tour has a slightly different flavor. Whether it’s animation history you crave or museum-like installations, there’s a tour for every kind of film buff.
Universal Studios
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Best for: Seekers of thrills and cinematic magic
It’s not an exaggeration to say that if there was no tram tour on the Universal Studios lot, there would be no Universal Studios theme park. Sixty years ago, the backlot tram tour began as a way, in part, to increase commissary sales as tourists liked the opportunity to dine on the lot. Quickly, however, those running the tour had a realization that every studio trek has to confront: looking at giant soundstages or deserted sets is fun for only so long.
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Thus, Universal Studios pioneered the concept of melding the tour with various attractions — cinematic illusions such as a flash flood, a runaway train or, in the late ’80s, an earthquake simulator. Today, the tram tour — now officially designated as the World-Famous Studio Tour — is but one part of a larger theme park, designed to show us mini-attractions such as an encounter with a shark from “Jaws” or a 3-D ride alongside King Kong. Yes, there are backlot sets, including instantly recognizable locations from “Back to the Future,” “Pyscho,” “Desperate Housewives” and, most recently, “Nope.” But this 60-minute journey is more than a behind-the-scenes look. Instead, the focus is on the emotion and excitement of movie-making mirages.
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There is even a lesser known VIP option to exploring the park. Expect to spend around $400 per person for it, but the perks include a longer tour with the ability to walk around the sets, venture into a prop house and likely set foot on a soundstage.
Universal Studios, 100 Universal City Plaza. The tram tour is included with theme park admission, which varies per day but ranges from $109 to $149 per person. For more information , visit universalstudioshollywood.com .
Warner Bros.
Best for: Fans of interactive exhibits, Central Perk selfies and everything “Harry Potter”
Warner Bros. has always had a showman’s approach to its studio tour, opening its gates to the public in the mid-’60s to herald the arrival of “The Great Race” with cars, props and a behind-the-scenes featurette to accompany a backlot venture. It’s a mindset that continues today, as the Warner Bros. Studio Tour aims to walk the line between pure history and entertainment, with numerous recent expansions into interactive installations. Come for the tour, stay for a potion-making mini-game to celebrate the “Harry Potter” franchise or the ability to pose with multiple Batmobiles.
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The standard tour offers about a 60-minute tram outing. Expect to stop and walk among its suburban town, where guides will point out filming locations from “Friends,” “The Big Bang Theory,” “Gilmore Girls,” “Cool Hand Luke” and more, as well as to see the wilds of San Fernando Valley, including a forest area that’s been used in the likes of “Jurassic Park,” “True Blood” and “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.” There’s also a Turner Classic Movies-themed tour , if you lean more toward cinematic classics such as “Casablanca” and “Rebel Without a Cause.”
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But what truly separates Warner Bros. from its competitors is recent investments in a re-creation of the “Friends” Central Perk Café — yes, you can dine there — and its surrounding museum-like exhibits. Interactive tables will allow you to explore the actors of Warner Bros. past and present, while special effects stations can add or subtract digital accouterments with the movement of a knob. There’s up-sell green screen photo ops, short films and demonstrations of motion-capture technology. A secondary stop pulls from tricks from the theme park industry, with photo ops pegged to DC superhero films and the “Potter” franchise, including the ability to be assigned a personality by the latter’s wizardly Sorting Hat.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour, 3400 Warner Blvd., Burbank. The standard tour starts at $73 ; Southern California residents receive a $12 discount through Dec. 17 , with deluxe and VIP offerings providing additional exploration of the studio’s backlot. For more information , visit wbstudiotour.com.
Walt Disney Studios
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Best for: Disney history buffs and animation lovers
If Disneyland idealizes American stories and Western takes on classic fairy tales, then a trip to the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank grounds them in a bit more reality. But it is still Disney, so expect a little bit of folkloric mythologizing, especially when it comes to company founder Walt Disney.
A centerpiece of the 2½-hour tour — open only to members of the Disney fan club D23, including those with a free membership — is the meticulous restoration of Disney’s five-room office suite. It’s a treasure trove of items belonging to Disney — or re-creations of them, such as a reproduction of the special Oscar he won for “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” with a normal-sized statuette and seven smaller ones. Marvel, too, at the Disneyland master plan, with nods to what were then recently completed projects such as It’s a Small World. The office is preserved as it would have looked at the time of Disney’s death in 1966. (Note: At the time of publication, the office was due for renovation in late 2024.)
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Additionally, no other tour is as dedicated to the art of animation as this one. No real surprise, of course, but guests will visit the original animation building — where “Cinderella” and “Lady and the Tramp,” among many others, were created — and learn about Disney’s many advancements to the medium. Discover, too, the unique construction of the lot, and clever efforts to conceal precious hand-drawn animation cels from the sun. The tour also includes a stop at the Walt Disney Archives, the working research lab dedicated to preserving all things Disney.
The Walt Disney Studios Official Tour, 500 S . Buena Vista St., Burbank. D23 members are allowed to purchase two tickets; ticket cost varies by membership level but starts at $79. For more information , visit d23.com/upcoming-events.
Sony Pictures
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Best for: Game show devotees and a vision of Oz
The Times first wrote about a tour of the famed MGM Studios lot in the late ’60s. Times, culture and ownership have changed, and the now Sony Pictures Studio Tour no longer, for instance, provides a look at Esther Williams’ private swimming pool. Today, it begins with a re-creation of the “Seinfeld” set and props from the “Men in Black” films. The Culver City lot still offers the occasional nod to its past, via architectural allusions to MGM’s history or artist Tony Tasset’s 94-foot, 2012-constructed rainbow that references “The Wizard of Oz,” which was filmed at the locale.
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A signature of the modern Sony Pictures tour is a stop on the sets of venerable game shows such as “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune,” provided they’re not in the midst of filming. But even if they are, you’ll still have the opportunity to stand before a green screen and take home a “Jeopardy!” picture as a memento.
You’ll also likely get a look at various working aspects of the studio. On the day I visited, we strolled through the sound production offices to see how Foley artists operate. Imagine a darkened, cramped room that looks like someone’s garage filled with old clothes, crusty leaves, an assortment of footwear and broken machinery.
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It was a brief chance to play, as guests stepped among different floor types to create various sounds. We also spent a moment in an overdub room, mimicking the creation of white noise from a crowd.
“Breaking Bad” and Ghostbusters” fans will snare a look at vehicles used in productions. For a different perspective, schedule one of Sony’s evening tours.
Sony Pictures, 3990 Overland Ave ., Culver City. Tours start at $55. For more information, visit sonypicturesstudiostours.com.
Paramount Pictures
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Best for: Those looking for Hollywood nostalgia
Paramount dispenses with the slickness and some of the how-to’s of other tours, focusing instead on its historic Hollywood locale on Melrose Avenue. A sense of grandeur permeates the lot, thanks in large part to the ornate archway of the Bronson Gate — which was a filming location for “Sunset Boulevard.” On Paramount’s standard tour, you’ll learn how Alfred Hitchcock nearly destroyed a soundstage to film “Rear Window,” and glimpse the lot’s expansive “blue sky tank,” which can create oceanic illusions. On the day I visited, we explored a soundstage dressed for Taylor Tomlinson’s “After Midnight,” and paused to watch crews ready the lot’s New York streets for filming.
At a prop warehouse specifically geared for the tour, one can step on a transporter from “Star Trek Beyond.” Also present: costumes for the “Halo” series, a full-scale Bumblebee from the “Transformers” films and mushrooms and an “egg mobile” from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” movies. This is more of a gallery-like setup than it is a venture into a working prop house.
The two-hour Paramount tour is relatively intimate, featuring a small group and a tour guide armed with an iPad. Higher-priced options offer a look into more operational archival areas of the lot, but as it stands, it’s primarily a chance to see a historic Hollywood lot, one potentially on the verge of significant change .
Paramount Pictures, 5515 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles. Tour start at $65. For more information, visit paramountstudiotour.com.
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Todd Martens is a features columnist at the Los Angeles Times who writes about theme parks and West Coast Experiences, among other topics. Martens joined the Los Angeles Times in 2007 and has covered a mix of interactive entertainment as its game critic and pop music as a reporter and editor. Previously, he reported on the music business for Billboard Magazine. Martens has contributed to numerous books, including “The Big Lebowski: An Illustrated, Annotated History of the Greatest Cult Film of All Time.” He continues to torture himself by rooting for the Chicago Cubs and, while he likes dogs, he is more of a cat person.
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The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour
by Whitney Littlejohn · December 21, 2019
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Of all the fantastic places in Disney history, Walt Disney’s “dream factory” in Burbank would prove to be one of the most influential. Tour The Walt Disney Studios exclusively with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, and celebrate the historic Studios’ milestone 80th anniversary in 2020!
Join your D23 tour guide on a stroll through the original Animation building, where beloved animated films, including Cinderella , Lady and the Tramp , and The Jungle Book , were created; see the historic soundstages used for filming such Disney live-action movie classics as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea , Mary Poppins , and Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl ; plus explore the beautiful Legends Plaza, which honors those who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy. Many guests will also recognize the exterior spaces on the lot, which have been featured in productions from the Mickey Mouse Club and The Absent-Minded Professor to Saving Mr. Banks , Muppets Most Wanted , and ABC’s black-ish !
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Then, explore the rich legacy and historical collections of The Walt Disney Company during a tour of the Walt Disney Archives, just in time to celebrate the storied department’s 50th anniversary. To complete the epic experience, take a tour of Walt Disney’s restored 3H office suite, filled with original furnishings, awards, and items from the master showman’s personal collection.
We are also excited to announce that as part of the Walt Disney Archives 50th anniversary, all attendees will receive a brand-new gift that commemorates this milestone occasion.Guests will also have the opportunity to shop at the Disney Studio Store and purchase items only available on the Studio lot!
GENERAL, GOLD, AND GOLD FAMILY MEMBERS: January 27, February 24, March 16, March 30, April 13, April 27
Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour.
GOLD AND GOLD FAMILY MEMBERS ONLY: January 25, February 22, April 25
Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 15 minutes before your tour.
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- D23 General, Gold, and Gold Family Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and one (1) guest.
- Children under the age of 10 are not able to partake in this experience.
- Children should be supervised. Guests under age 14 must be accompanied by a Guest age 14 or older.
- D23 Members are eligible to purchase one Official Walt Disney Studios Tour each calendar year .
- D23 Members who do not bring their photo IDs and tickets will not be admitted to the event.
- Ticketed Members and guests who do not attend the event forfeit their place as well as all experiences, benefits, and gifts associated with the event. D23 Members must be present or guests will not gain admittance to event.
- Please note, the Walt Disney Studios is a working studio lot. We reserve the right to alter the tour itinerary at any time due to work activity on the lot. All D23 events are subject to change without notice. There are strictly no cancellations or refunds, and tickets are not transferable.
- Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) will not be permitted inside Walt Disney’s office suite. Guests utilizing a wheelchair will need to transfer to a wheelchair supplied by the Walt Disney Archives.
- Photography is permitted in most locations of the tour, but recording of any kind, including video recording, is not permitted at any time on the tour. Flash photography is not permitted in the Archives or Walt Disney’s office suite.
Gold and Gold Family Members: $80 per person, plus a $7 per person processing fee. General Members; $100 per person, plus a $7 per person processing fee. Click on the link for the chance to purchase tickets.
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Whitney is a wife and mom of 2 princesses of her own. She has grown up visiting Disney World and has turned her passion into a career. When she's not at the parks, she can be found planning her client's vacations with MickeyTravels and sharing advice with readers at MickeyBlog. Please reach out for a free, no-obligation quote at 843-288-1130 or [email protected] .
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Disney Studios, Burbank, California
The 45 acre site is the only studio in the Los Angeles area that has stayed in the hands of the founders of the company throughout its life.
Although the studio site was originally conceived as servicing only the company’s animation work (the large animation building is still central to the campus) over the years a number of soundstages have been added to accommodate an increasing complexity of live-action work.
Many of the attractions for the Disneyland park were assembled and tested at the studio before installation in the park.
Soundstages
- Soundstage 3 was originally built for 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea – the water tank still exists under the floor
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External Links
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The list below is under construction
Productions shot at Disney Studios
Behind the Scenes at Disney Studios
- The Reluctant Dragon , 1941
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Live Action Movies / TV series shot at Disney Studios, Burbank (in chronological order of release, from IMDB.com)
20000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954) Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1955) Corky and White Shadow: The Getaway (1956) The Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Applegate Treasure (1956) The Sign of Zorro (1958) Zorro: The Man wiht the Whip (1958 TV) The Little People (1959) Pollyanna (1960) Zorro: El Bandido (1960 TV) Zorro: Auld Acquaintance (1961 TV) Zorro: The Postponed Wedding (1961 TV) Elfego Baca: Six Gun Law (1962) Those Calloways (1965) Follow Me, Boys! (1966) The Adventures of Bullwhip Griffin (1967) Monkeys, Go Home! (1967) Blackbeard’s Ghost (1968) Michael O’Hara the Fourth (1972) The Island at the Top of the World (1974) Pete’s Dragon (1977) Country (1984) Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend (1985) Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1986 and 1987 TV) Sidekicks (1986 TV) Big Business (1988) Home Improvement (1991 TV) Ellen (1994 TV) The Barefoot Executive (1995 TV) You Wish (1997 TV) Sports Night (1998) Daddio (2000 TV) My Wife and Kids (2001 TV) Lizzie McGuire (2001 TV) 8 Simple Rules (2002 TV) My Adventures in Television (2002 TV) The Country Bears (2002) The Last Shot (2004) Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior (2006) Duel (2007 TV)
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D23 Walt Disney Studios Tour
August 15, 2009.
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Ooooh! Parking lot! Behind it is the building where all the animation takes place today – we didn’t go there
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“What? You gonna let some dorky little sign tell you what to do? C’mon – gimme that burger!"
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The first area we saw was the last remnant of the permanent sets on the lot, a single row of storefronts. They used to have a Wild West town, a small Mexican village (for Zorro), and someplace that I can’t remember what it was but they used it for Darby O’Gill and the Little People . (Soon to be screened at the D23 Expo – get yer tickets NOW!!!)
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Across the way was the back of the Ink & Paint building, which our guide painted as kind of a women’s ghetto, since it was the only department they were allowed to work in and their amenities consisted of a break room and, uh, a place to drink tea (wait til you hear what the men got in their building…).
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We continued down this sort of back street behind the soundstages and stopped at the one where WED Enterprises built lots of the vehicles for Disneyland, including the train, the monorail and I think she said this is where the Mark Twain was built.
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...Perhaps the hippos were built here too?
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Our next stop was Soundstage 3, which is not quite as famous as Soundstage 2, where Mary Poppins was filmed and which has been dedicated to Julie Andrews. That stage was being used for some TV show that I can’t remember what it is. Soundstage 3 was built to shoot the classic squid attack scene in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea – they actually dug out the floor and filled it with water!
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If you can see the blue tape lines on the floor – that’s where the tank was for 20,000 Leagues
Next we headed back the way we’d come and turned down a side street near the old film vaults.
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Now that the animators and, well, everybody, it seems, has moved over to new buildings across the street and around Burbank, all of the buildings are used for something different than what they were built for. These film vaults were built like bunkers because the old kind of film stock, nitrate, was highly combustible. I don’t remember what these fireproof vaults are used for now – maybe they keep Zac Efron here…
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This is the only building where they still do what the sign says, except that in the year 2009 those crazy kids do a different kind of “cutting” here...
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Our tour guide was good about stopping us in shady places. We paused on the steps of the next building because it was the best place to get pictures of the water tower. She told us that it was built with six legs instead of four in order to withstand earthquakes (the hope was that it would collapse straight down instead of tipping over). It used to hold the water needed to heat and cool the entire studio, and at one point Walt wanted to see if it could be turned into an employee pool! No dice…
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The next place we went was the Animation Building. It was built in a sort of E shape so that every office had a window, enabling the animators to draw with natural light.
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All the windows except those facing north, which naturally get the best light, had louvered shades so that lighting could be adjusted.
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Here our guide also told us all about the good life enjoyed by the male employees of the studio. Although the building was 3 floors around the perimeter, the center had a fourth floor that housed a private club for men only. There was a restaurant, a sauna and I think an exercise room where the animators could go unwind. (I should prolly be verifying all of this online, but let’s just assume the guide knew what she was talking about!). I dunno if it’s all still up there – I would have loved to see it!
Instead, I give you a picture of a hall:
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We walked down the center of the building and were allowed to take pictures of the concept art lining the walls, including…
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Backgrounds from one of my childhood favorites, “The Cold-Blooded Penguin,” about a penguin who dreams of moving to a warmer climate.
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... and concept art for The Princess & the Frog
Someone’s going to have to help me out with this one – is it from Bambi ?
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At this point our guide stopped us and said “Walt Disney World likes to brag about its Utilidors, but *we* were the first to have them!” She told us about the tunnel from Animation to Ink & Paint that kept cells from getting wet in the copious amounts of rain Burbank gets. And then she took us down into it!!!
Before we went into the tunnel, she said that poor Jennifer Garner must’ve run up and down these halls hundreds of times for Alias .
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The glow of the Coke machine cleverly distracts the bad guys chasing Jennifer Garner...
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When we emerged in the Ink & Paint building, we got to look into the main paint-mixing room and saw some of the original bottles of the stuff! Apparently it lasts forever.
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On the way out, they had a photo of the original Hyperion studios for us. Some of the buildings were moved to the Burbank lot, but the rest were demolished, and today the site holds a Gelson’s supermarket.
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Back outside, our guide pointed out Walt Disney’s office for us. They also had a picture of the interior. Today it’s being used by Shaun Cassidy. Apparently he’s one of the more reverent tenants the space has had, but it amazes me that they don’t hold Walt’s office out of the pool of rentable space and do something special with it.
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At some point we saw the big fancy building Michael Eisner had built. Maybe on the way back into the Animation building to walk down more halls?
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More halls!
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I’ve always loved the backgrounds in Lady & the Tramp
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The “Hall of Kings” where Frank, Ollie, and many of the other most famous Disney animators had their offices.
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LOVE the 101 Dalmatians concepts!
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Next we briefly backtracked toward the front of the studio to talk about the Hyperion Bungalow, which is from the original lot (I’ve heard it’s the oldest building at the studio) and is now a conference room.
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And the Mickey topiary. There was a funny story about how Disney World sent this topiary to the studios as a gift, and there were originally to be a bunch of them, but this one is having so many problems staying alive that they had to scrap the plan.
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You’ve prolly seen the corner of Dopey Drive and Mickey Avenue a lot. The sign was created for the “documentary” The Reluctant Dragon and it’s still here!
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Pluto’s paw prints are in the asphalt here…
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Before we went into the Archives, we made a stop at Legends Plaza, which runs from the Seven Dwarfs building down to the building housing the Archives. Patrick says it used to have a fountain in it, but now it’s just a big patio.
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Yikes! Unlike Oscar, this award could KILL you if you fell on it
Disney gives out Legends Awards to people who have been instrumental in its success, and I guess at the ceremony they put their handprints down the way stars used to put their footprints in the cement in front of the Chinese Theater. We only had 10 minutes here, so everyone dashed about trying to find the prints of their favorites.
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We spotted Virginia Davis’ handprints first. I just learned she passed on that very day.
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We've actually seen this guy's Legends Award in person at his house!
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Marc Davis, Ward Kimball, Frank Thomas & Ollie Johnston – Look closely, cuz one of these things is not like the others!
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The Sherman Brothers’ hands!
At the Archives end of the plaza is another Partners statue. I wasn’t particularly interested in it until someone mentioned it was the closest one would ever get to the Partners’ statue, and then I dashed down there to get an intimate portrait (graciously snapped by the Editor In Chief of D23’s magazine!).
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Finally they called “time” and we were off to see the Archives. I think we managed to read almost every handprint plaque though.
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One of the D23 writers pointed out that the film strip overhang above the building’s name appears to come off the reels painted above it
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We only spent a few moments in the lobby, and I wish we could have been there longer because they had a fantastic display of hats from various Disney movies.
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Mary Poppins’ hat!
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My fave, the Rocketeer’s helmet
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Ah, TRON...
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Cue EPCOT opening theme song: “We did some things/And other stuff/We put things up/And layed them down/We made some costumes/And jumped around/We’re getting ready for yooooooooou!”
They also had on display costumes from such Disney classics as Hannah Montana and High School Musical XIV: The Reckoning . I took some shots of the curtain dress from Enchanted and the dress Barbossa gave Elizabeth in the first Pirates of the Caribbean movie, but they were really glare-y…
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Wow – one of only two or three multiplane cameras anywhere!
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Outside the Archives...
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Inside the Archives
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We were snickering when we got inside because the room is soooo tiny, yet D23’s magazine ran a promo photo of the Archives picturing the place full of people reading, writing, staring thoughtfully into middle space, etc. They must’ve been midgets!
Waiting for us inside the Archives was none other than Dave Smith, Chief Archivist and founder of the Walt Disney Archives! Like a lot of other Disney nerds, I want to be him when I grow up.
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Dave is great! He told us a bit about what was in the cases around the room and then brought out some rare items for us to see and showed them around. Most of them were in archival sleeves, but some he’d take out and hold in his hand, and I’d think “Yikes! Shouldn’t he be wearing gloves or something?”
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Cases full of merchandise from many different decades
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Walt’s personal items
There are maquettes (3-D models used as reference by animators) all along the tops of the bookcases.
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I think my favorite artifact we saw was the mechanical bird that inspired Walt to develop Audio-Animatronics.
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Dave showed us a postcard Walt drew for his mother, noting that it disproved the theory that Walt couldn’t draw:
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A complete Disneyland ticket book
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Probably the first merchandise licensed by Disney
This script for Steamboat Willie was found in Walt’s desk drawer after he died, seeming to indicate that he was always mindful of the roots of his success.
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Original backgrounds for Steamboat Willie – gack! Only one of them is in protective plastic!
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Walt’s doodle in a scrapbook
We also saw the very first ticket sold to Disneyland (Roy bought it) and some Opening Day ephemera like the commemorative ticket and an intact parking pass. We were given about 10 minutes to wander around the Archives, and when I saw someone getting their picture with Dave, I jumped on the bandwagon!
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Looky! I wear glasses too! I could be the next Chief Archivist!
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Original background plate from The Old Mill
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Dave recently told a story in one of the Disney publications about how he found this in the office of a Disney janitor, who said he’d found it in the trash years ago and pulled it out to keep on his shelf. It’s the original snow globe from Mary Poppins !
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All too soon, they were shooing us out of the Archives to get ready for the next group. On our way out we got replica Disney Studio security officer patches, which was cool but what am I going to do with all these patches? (They gave us a Disneyland one in the latest issue of the magazine). It’s not like I still own an acid-wash Guess jean jacket I can sew them on or anything…
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On the way out, we took some more random pictures. Someone saw me on my iPhone and asked “Are you taking notes?” to which I proudly replied, “I’m live-blogging on Twitter for the DIS Boards!” I don’t think they had ever heard of the DIS before – MiceChat and MousePlanet are more popular in this neck of the woods…
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Lurkyloo: Proudly bringing to the DIS such thrilling shots as these!
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Our last stop was the building containing the Disney Employee Center and the Studio Store. As a D23 staffer held the door open my eyes got big as saucers and I gasped, “You mean we actually get to BUY things here?!!!” Then I dashed inside and started filling our basket like I was on Supermarket Sweep .
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My brain got the part where we were being allowed to shop in a store that is off-limits to the general public, but it missed the part where we didn’t get the huge discount that Cast Members get. However, we didn’t fare too badly because a lot of stuff was on sale.
I didn’t realize there are actually two stores – the Employee Center had the more exclusive, cast member-only stuff (plus random daily necessities like Ritz crackers and InTouch Magazine), while the Studio Store was just a mini Disney Store with all the same junk—er, stuff.
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As I sprinted around the Employee Center trying to find my souvenir for the day, I kept coming back to the colorful display of generic gift shop merch at the front of the store. But I kept telling myself not to get it because it looked like stuff you could get anywhere!
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Even these Fantasia-themed candles look like you could find them in any old gift shop
Since I was striking out, I just started dumping stuff in the basket for Patrick: a “D” logo hat, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit pins, and an ugly but limited-edition Studio pin. He added a $12 T-shirt and some postcards.
After we checked out there, we went next door to the Studio Store.
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I guess Patrick really liked this mural!
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Finally, after another couple of turns through the Employee Center, I settled on a unique souvenir that would capture the essence of our tour and forever remind me of the very special day we spent at the Walt Disney Studios…
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… OK, no, for reals I broke down and got an anonymous mirrored picture frame with a vaguely Moroccan theme that seemed perfect for one of my fave wedding photos, and of course *I* will always know where I got it even if no one else does.
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To continue the theme, after we left we drove over to the circa 1945 Smoke House restaurant, where the Disney studio folks used to lunch. I read that it’s one of the stops on a personal tour D23 is auctioning off at the Expo in September, which also includes meeting Dave Smith, visiting the sites of all three Disney studios in L.A., riding on a miniature train courtesy of the LA Live Steamers, and visiting Walt’s Barn—all things we’ve done, so we pretty much just saved ourselves thousands of dollars!
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Talk about a throwback, this place still has red Naugahyde booths, a neon “Cocktails” sign outside the cavernous bar, and a menu where you half expect to see canned peaches over cottage cheese and a lettuce leaf as the “diet” special.
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The Smoke House is also HUGE – there were three dining rooms, plus a private room, and that bar the size of the main dining room. However, we were one of just four groups eating there that Saturday afternoon. They seated us next to a grouchy older couple who spent their entire meal complaining about people who constantly need to be on their “Palm-berries” and “peep” their every move. So I peeped about ’em!
We started with neon orange garlic cheese bread that tasted like a salt lick and doubles as a handy safety beacon in traffic….
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Next we split a tough, water-logged “grilled” artichoke accompanied by the Smoke House’s special mayo, which must’ve had MSG or crack or something in it because I would have eaten it on ANYTHING, even my Palmberry!
But the meal got a lot better after that. We split the Signature Barbeque Tri-Tip and a baked potato, which required them wheeling out a cart laden with vats of sour cream, chives and whipped butter so they could smear it all over the potater table-side.
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Yeah, this is only *half* a meal at the Smoke House...
After beaning both the remaining patrons when the top buttons ricocheted off our pants, we were going to pass on dessert…. until they brought over a ginormous dessert tray and one of the things on it was Boston Cream Pie! You never see Boston Cream Pie in restaurants! We had to get it.
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I loved that it had so much chocolate on it – usually the chocolate-icing-to-custard-and-cake ratio is really off. This was the perfect amount.
After that, we pretty much didn’t have to eat for the rest of the weekend!
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14 Responses
In doing research for my little out of the way web site, I came across yours. Perfect. So much so that if you don’t object, I’ve linked to this page.
susan villalobos
Wow I tried to get into the tours of the studio when they first started and were free but unlike you I was extremley unlucky and even though I hovered for almost a hour before constantly refreshing I still did not get in! I envy you and this helped to satisfy that incredible curiousity I had! Now the tours are an arm and a leg sigh! Dont know if I will ever get there now but it was so great to be able to see what I had missed and now I kind of feel like I have been there myself! Thank you ever so much for the tour! I may never get there now because of the price burt at least I feel like I have been there!
What a drag! Yeah, the online ticketing process for Disney events is a total mystery to me. It seems like invariably the site stalls out or crashes or just doesn’t let you in—you’d think a company of that size and influence would have the technology to make it all run smoothly. I’m sorry to hear you couldn’t get into the tour! 🙁
Man…that brought back memories. I used to work there! Two different stints actually. The first time in old bungalows (trailers) that were in the location where the Frank G. Wells building is now and then the second time actually in the FGW Building. Before they built that building there was actually still a set street back there that was sort of middle-america-neighborhood looking where they filmed a lot of the exteriors of those Hayley Mills era films. And when I worked there (second stint) there was still a reflecting pool/fountain between the FGW Bldg and the Team Disney (Seven Dwarfs) building. Wahhhhhh…I miss all my old co-workers now. And that castle symbol on the outside of one of the stages is lit up at night, used to love to see that. And there is (or used to be) an executive dining room up in the top floor/round part at the top of the Team Disney building. I ate there once and saw Richard Gere! and oh yeah…Michael Eisner as well. LOL!
What great memories! I’m jealous you got to see an actual street set on the lot—I would have loved that. So do you know why they took out the reflecting pool? I feel like someone said it was because it leaked or something, but it seems such a shame to replace it with a strip of concrete…
The leak thing is probably correct. There is a multi-level parking structure underneath that entire area between those two buildings. It was probably leaking onto the cars! I worked there during the time of the 1994 Northridge Earthquake and the Roy O. Disney bldg (the modern building next to the commissary and across from the animation bldg) shifted off its foundation and had to be closed for months while it was reinforced with the big steel beams that you now see on the outside. I was glad I worked in a small bungalow at that time where it was easy to run outside during an aftershock!
Wow! Thanks for the insider info 😉
No problem. I love talking with people who love Disney! And being in Florida, people seem to forget that there is actually a working creative film studio in Burbank…the mothership as we used to call it!
Mike Forrester
Just found this page…and the timing is perfect. I’m going on the D23 Studio Tour this Saturday (Feb. 5, 2011) and this is a great primer on what to expect. Thanks so much for posting!
This report had so many mind blowing moments. It’s simply unbelievable to me that they don’t do something special with Walt’s office. In addition, I am a moving image archiving student and would kill to get into that archive!
I know—can you imagine what stuff must be in there? I guess the reason they don’t preserve the actual room that Walt’s office was in (just the furnishings) is that the public wouldn’t be able to see it, so it’d just be a little studio-lot museum. But… maybe that wouldn’t be so bad. D23 could hold an amazing event there!
Stephen Joseph
I believe you to be a die hard fan or fanatic and I don’t mean that in a derogatory manner. I do however have some non biased questions, I say non biased because the questions I have were not formed because I already have a pre-determined opinion or idea of what the true answer should or has to be. Did Walt have a dark side that the public didn’t see? Did Walt actually use Communist infiltration as an excuse for the strike of his employees after they moved to the Burbank Studios instead of just revealing that he was slave driving boss instead of the family friendly “Uncle Walt” that he led the outside public to believe? Lastly, did Walt really have a mental break down (i.e. washing his hands 30 times in an hour) because of the 8 week strike and have to be sent away to South America while Roy Disney settled the employee strike within 24 hours? I ask you these questions because I hope you know more than me and especially the “Behind the Scenes” esq. Videos/propaganda that I have researched on YouTube, Documentaries and other modern media avenues. Again, I stress the fact that I am NOT trying to be a dick, I’m just merely trying to get to the Truth, emphasis on the capital “T.” Thanks in advance for your reply.
I am not an expert on the subject of Walt’s personal life, and all my conclusions have been drawn from official and authorized sources. You may want to read Neal Gabler’s biography Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination for a more unvarnished account of his life.
Personally, I think that if there were a really dark side to Walt Disney, there’s no way the Disney Company—which can barely create a functioning web site—would be able to suppress information about it. Of course he wasn’t a saint, and yes he may have done or said things that don’t fit with the “Uncle Walt” image many fans cling to, but my feeling is that it was at the same level that any of us do and nothing sinister.
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- Architects: UNK PROJECT architects
- Area Area of this architecture project Area: 685 m²
- Year Completion year of this architecture project Year: 2010
- Photographs Photographs: Viktor Chernyshov
Text description provided by the architects. The main design idea was to create a space with a hint of Hollywood Studios «Golden era» pavilions atmosphere (opened century old metal columns, arched concrete ceilings, aged ceramic tiles and brick walls, etc.), mixed with high technologies.
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Developers managed to place at new office of the company two independent spaces – working office and a guest zone with a cinema hall. Placing of the last became one of the main difficulties of the project. To create a high-grade cinema hall in office building, it was required to organize qualitative sound Dolby Stereo which would be not audible outside. UNK PROJECT together with Janson + Tsai Design Associates have found the decision of this problem, having cleaned in internal volume rigid joints of walls, a floor and a ceiling. All connections "swimming", and it excludes vibration transfer. Also we had to follow different fire safety regulations for office area and cinema zone.
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Finally this cinema hall became the semantic center of the office also due to its design. Outside it looks like a white alien artifact in the middle of the loft. Only few glass partitions join it – so you always can see it from every side of the office.
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Address: serovsky district, sverdlovsk oblast, russia.
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Tours will take place at The Walt Disney Studios at 9 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. Check-in will begin outside the Hyperion Bungalow at The Walt Disney Studios 30 minutes before your tour. NOTES. D23 Gold and Gold Family Members may reserve a ticket for themselves and one (1) guest. Due to the ...
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