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A Visit to the Disney/MGM Studios in 1989 (Photo Essay)

11.02.2022 by Dan Heaton // 6 Comments

Entrance to the Disney/MGM Studios in 1989 at Walt Disney World.

I’ve spent a lot of time writing about EPCOT Center’s glory days and their influence on my fandom. There have been many changes, but some early attractions remain. I can’t say the same thing about the original Disney/MGM Studios, which opened in 1989.… Read more...

Categories // Disney's Hollywood Studios Tags // Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney/MGM Studios, Photo essays, Vintage Walt Disney World

182. Drew Taylor on Post-Modernist Architecture and Disney’s New Aesthetics

10.31.2022 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

The Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort was designed by Michael Graves and is a perfect example of Disney's post-modern architecture.


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When people think of Disney, the first thought isn’t usually inventive architecture. However, there was a period of time where the company’s buildings showcased cool, original designs. Renowned post-modern architects like Michael Graves and Robert A.M.… Read more...

Categories // Tomorrow Society Podcast Tags // Bob Chapek, Disneyland, EPCOT Center, Interviews, Michael Eisner, Podcasts, Walt Disney World, Walt Disney World Swan

181. Imagineer Mark Gilbert on Working on the Ground to Create Disney’s Theme Parks

10.24.2022 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Imagineer Mark Gilbert stands by the new Harold from the Matterhorn at Garner Holt's shops.


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When creating theme park attractions, you can have amazing ideas. That’s only part of equation, however. There’s still the matter of making that vision a reality. The teams of talented Imagineers that work in the field deserve more attention.… Read more...

Categories // Tomorrow Society Podcast Tags // Disney's Animal Kingdom, Fantasyland, Hong Kong Disneyland, Interviews, Podcasts, Star Wars, Tokyo DisneySea

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