Dan Heaton, Author at Tomorrow Society

132. Valerie Edwards, Director of Sculpture and Chief Sculptor at Walt Disney Imagineering

02.22.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Valerie Edwards works on sculpting Mickey and Minnie for area development at Walt Disney Imagineering.

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When we think about our favorite attractions, it’s easy to just consider the concept designers. That’s just the first step to bring those ideas to life. It takes sculptors and other artists to create the places and attractions we enjoy.… Read more...

To Be Alive! (1964-65 New York World’s Fair)

02.17.2021 by Dan Heaton // 4 Comments

The credit screen for the film To Be Alive!, which played at the 1964-65 New York World's Fair.

One of the signature events in Disney’s theme park history is the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. There’s a reason so many obsess over its pavilions. Along with including original versions of attractions like the Carousel of Progress and Great Moments with Mr.… Read more...

131. Disney Imagineer Jim Clark on the Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast

02.15.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Imagineer Jim Clark stands in front of the Beast's Castle at Tokyo Disneyland.

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Much of the world of theme parks has stopped during the past year due to the pandemic. Exciting projects have been delayed or even shelved, and many parks remain closed. All the news isn’t sad, however.… Read more...