Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
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We’ve come to expect a lot more from theme parks than just passive entertainment. Competition from video games, streaming series, and other new technologies gives us plenty of choices every day.… Read more...
To an easily frightened child, there are plenty of tense moments in Walt Disney World attractions. This was especially true when I was a kid during the 1980s. Snow White’s Scary Adventures terrified us with its recurring Witch, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride sent you to hell, and Martin Short explained how babies were made in The Making of Me.… Read more...
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In today’s world of immersive lands and high-tech thrills, sitting down for a 3D movie could sound quaint. Back in the mid-’80s, creating even a 17-minute attraction represented the cutting edge of what was possible.… Read more...