Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
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When we visit theme parks, part of the magic is how well everything works. Broken attractions and bad show stand out because they are so rare. When Disneyland is succeeding, you barely think about the behind-the-scenes efforts that make that day possible.… Read more...
Part of what makes theme parks fascinating is the small stories from behind the scenes. It’s exciting to read about grand creations from the brilliant minds that design the attractions. That material just scratches the surface of what makes the parks tick each day.… Read more...
I’m frequently amazed by the prolific output of author and Disney historian Didier Ghez. His Walt’s People series is up to 21 volumes of interviews with key figures in Disney history. And those titles are just part of the story. Ghez’s other major project is They Drew As They Pleased, an ongoing collection of striking books presenting concept artists from the ‘30s to the ‘90s.… Read more...