Tomorrow Society

Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks

180. Imagineer Mark Page on Art for Tokyo DisneySea, Star Wars, and Disney Cruise Line

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The Mickey & Friends Greeting Trails provide a cool way to meet characters at Tokyo DisneySea.


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Mark Page never planned to work for Walt Disney Imagineering; he nearly missed his interview and was focused on film projects. That first meeting ultimately led to more than 15 years at WDI.… Read more...

179. 40 Years of EPCOT

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The EPCOT fountain pays tribute to 40 years of the park's history.


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EPCOT remains one of my favorite places despite changes during the past 40 years. I still remember my first visit to EPCOT Center in 1984 when I was only eight years old.… Read more...

178. Imagineer Jaime McGough on Digital Sculpting for Theme Parks

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Jaime McGough used digital sculpting at Walt Disney Imagineering for 12 years.


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When I think about sculpting figures for Disney’s theme parks, my mind goes to Blaine Gibson. The photo of him and Walt examining Abe Lincoln’s head remains ingrained in my memory.… Read more...