WITH MORE THAN 40 PAGES OF STORIES,
PHOTOGRAPHS, AND IMAGES, D23 HONORS THE PAST WHILE CELEBRATING THE FUTURE OF
WALT’S FIRST PARK. PLUS, LEONARD MALTIN GIVES READERS A SNEAK PEEK OF THE SUMMER’S
BIGGEST MOVIES
approaches its 60th anniversary, Disney
twenty-three brings readers inside the party, with an in-depth look at how
the park is celebrating this milestone with new parades, spectaculars, and
enhancements to popular attractions. In preparation for the landmark occasion, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club took Disney Legend
Marty Sklar-who worked at Disneyland on opening day-and Walt Disney
Imagineering Chief Creative Executive Bruce Vaughn on a walk through
Disneyland, where they reminisce about details from the past, such as the
park’s legendary opening day, and look ahead at all the excitement yet to come.
Also in the Summer issue, available exclusively to D23 Gold Members, the Walt Disney
Archives unveils rarely showcased ephemera from Disneyland’s opening including a media pass and concept art for freeway billboards
promoting the world’s first theme park. And for Disney parks foodies, there’s a
look at some of the park’s signature snacks, from Dole Whips and turkey legs to
churros and Mickey Mouse ice cream bars.
Plus, film critic, historian, and co-producer of the
Walt Disney Treasures DVD series Leonard Maltin gives a behind-the-scenes look
at Disney’s three big summer movies featuring exclusive interviews with Tomorrowland director Brad Bird (The Incredibles, Ratatouille), Inside Out director Pete Docter (Monsters, Inc., Up), and Ant-Man director Peyton Reed. Each
director offers Maltin-who authored the book The Disney Films-a fascinating look at the creation of the
colorful, complicated, and magnificent worlds of their three films.
Also included in the Summer issue of Disney twenty-three:
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Rarely seen photos
from the Disneyland Hotel’s storied history -
A look inside a
Disneyland Pitch Portfolio that was used to sell East Coast investors on Walt’s
vision for the park -
Fifty years of
Disney Ambassadors and how they bring magic to people around the globe -
Newlyweds share
the stories of their beautiful Disney-themed weddings -
An up-close look
at the beloved animated feature Pinocchio
with historian J.B. Kaufman -
Regular columns
including A Walk with Walt, D Society, and Ask Dave
D23 Members are invited to visit D23.com
for additional online-exclusive features, including a gallery of more artwork
from the Disneyland Pitch Portfolio, used to showcase concepts of the park that
would turn Walt’s dream into a reality.
Other features coming to D23.com
include:
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Disney Legend
Marty Sklar talking about the past and future of Disneyland
as the park celebrates its 60th anniversary -
A robust gallery
of images of Disneyland
through the years -
A dazzling display of wedding cakes to
bring a sweet finish to any Disney fan’s wedding, from classic confections to
truly innovative tastes for all the senses
Disney twenty-three, which is delivered directly to fans’
doorsteps, is offered exclusively to D23 Gold Members as a benefit of their
membership. The latest issue will begin arriving late May.
About D23
The name “D23” pays
homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his
first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first
official club for fans in Disney’s 90-plus-year history. It gives its
members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in
the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com with
members-only content; member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23
Members throughout the year.
Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($74.99) and General
Membership (complimentary) levels at D23.com and at DisneyStore.com/D23.
To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on
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