Tomorrow Society

137. Disney Imagineer Chris Runco on Typhoon Lagoon and Grizzly River Run (Part 2)

04.26.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Imagineer Chris Runco visits Typhoon Lagoon, a park he helped create at Walt Disney World.

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There’s so much to cover from Disney’s rapid expansion during what Michael Eisner named “The Disney Decade”. Beginning in the late ’80s and progressing for more than 10 years, it was an exciting time for both fans and the people that created the parks.… Read more...

You Make the World Go Round: A Tribute to Universe of Energy

04.19.2021 by Dan Heaton // 2 Comments

The Universe of Energy is no longer entertaining guests at Epcot. — Photo by Dan Heaton

Back on August 13th, 2017, two long-time Walt Disney World attractions rode into the sunset. Ellen’s Energy Adventure and The Great Movie Ride weren’t the most popular attractions at their parks, but both hearkened back to an era of rapid expansion for Disney.… Read more...

136. Russell Brower on the Innoventions Loop and Creating Music for Theme Parks

04.12.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Russell Brower is a composer and conductor for Disney's theme parks, video games, and more.

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When I think about factors that distinguish the best theme parks from the rest, background music ranks near the top. The best examples create the right sense of place and atmosphere.… Read more...