Dan Heaton, Author at Tomorrow Society

Saludos Amigos & The Three Caballeros (Disney Feature Animation #7/#8)

03.12.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Saludos Amigos and The Three Caballeros are two of Disney's more interesting package films.

The Disney Company has become an international corporation with a brand that’s recognizable everywhere. During the 21st century, they’ve expanded well beyond animated films and theme parks and keep acquiring new parts. It wasn’t always that way, however. Back in the early 1940s, Disney was struggling with finances and had just faced a vicious strike.… Read more...

It’s Fun to Be Free: A Tribute to World of Motion

03.10.2021 by Dan Heaton // 8 Comments

World of Motion was a stunning pavilion at the original EPCOT Center that I enjoyed on vacations. — Photo by Dan Heaton

When guests first entered EPCOT Center in October 1982, they encountered a fully formed theme park. There were some glitches, but it was quite different from slimmer parks that followed in Florida and California under Michael Eisner.… Read more...

Music of the Animal Kingdom Lodge: Serious Tam by Telek

03.08.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Serious Tam is a beautiful pop album from Telek and plays at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.

I’m continuing to discover remarkable musicians while I explore the background music played at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. It remains my favorite Walt Disney World resort, and the music is a big reason. The songs that play in the background at the Jambo House lobby and throughout the resort create a relaxing atmosphere.… Read more...