September Programs, Exhibitions, and Events
San Francisco, CA – August 13, 2012-Animal
lovers rejoice! Our furry friends will be in the spotlight all
throughout September at The Walt Disney Family Museum, where we will be
screening the classic Disney live-action film Old Yeller daily. Based on Fred Gibson’s Newberry Honor-winning book of the same name, Old Yeller tells the moving tale of the mutual devotion between animals and their human companions.
Through the production of Old Yeller, Walt Disney sought to combine the popularity of his nature films as well as that of The Mickey Mouse Club
by bringing to life a story that emphasized both animals and children-a
story that would go on to capture the heart of audiences across the
country. Old Yeller opened to great success in 1957, and was
well-received by critics and audiences alike. The extraordinarily
positive reception of Old Yeller encouraged Walt to continue his
endeavors in the field of live-action. Since then, many more animal
films have been made, but this tried and true Disney feature is perhaps
the finest of its genre.
SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
Heinrich Kley: From Fantasy to Fantasia
Through September 16, 2012 | Theater Gallery
Free with Museum admission.
Heinrich Kley: From Fantasy to Fantasia
features drawings by Heinrich Kley-Walt Disney’s most admired European
illustrator-paired with art from Disney’s famed animated film Fantasia
(1940). The exhibition includes 29 drawings by Kley alongside more than
25 sketches, concept art, and maquettes from the Walt Disney classic
film. Also on view are three of Kley’s sketchbooks which feature some 50
pages of intricate drawings. The Kley artworks are from Walt Disney’s
personal collection and are on view for the first time as a collection
in the United States.
Between Frames: The Magic Behind Stop Motion Animation
September 27, 2012-April 28, 2013 | Theater Gallery
Free with Museum admission.
This
special exhibition explores the evolution of stop motion animation in
the United States in special effects, television, and film. Between Frames tells
the story of a 100-year-old art form that launched Walt Disney’s career
in animation. The exhibition features behind-the-scenes photographs,
rare armatures and puppets, and original storyboards from cult favorite
films and television including King Kong, Gumby, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Robot Chicken, and The Nightmare Before Christmas and showcases stop motion innovators like Ray Harryhausen, Phil Tippett, Will Vinton, Tim Burton, Henry Selick, and others.
SCREENINGS + DISCUSSIONS
Film of the Month: Old Yeller (1957)
Screens daily at 11am, 1:30 and 4pm (except Tuesdays, September 22, 29 and 30. No 4pm screening on September 15) | Theater
Free with Museum admission | Without Museum admission: General: $7; Child: $5
Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary
The Bridge on the Big Screen: Movies Starring the Golden Gate Bridge
Monsters vs. Aliens
Saturday, September 15 | 6pm | Theater
Free on a first-come, first-served basis, tickets available at 10am
Jim Van Buskirk, author of Celluloid San Francisco, will introduce the film with a presentation titled, On Location: the Golden Gate Bridge on the Silver Screen. Offered in celebration of the 75th
anniversary of the Bay Area’s beloved icon, this program features
hilariously horrifying film depictions of the Bridge. After the
presentation we will be screening Monsters vs. Aliens.
Old Yeller conversation with Ron Miller and actor Kevin Corcoran, moderated by Don Peri
Saturday, September 22 at 3pm | Theater
General: $12 adult, $9 youth | Members: $10 adult; $7 youth
Old Yeller,
one of Walt Disney’s most memorable and poignant films, will be the
focus of a discussion featuring Kevin Corcoran, who played the part of
Arliss in the movie, and former Disney CEO Ron Miller, who served as
second assistant on the film. Disney historian Don Peri will moderate
the discussion as the speakers share their stories and memories about
the making of this 1957 Disney favorite.
Disney Films with Dogs: Weekend Long Marathon Screening
Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30
All Day | Theater | Free with Museum admission
Saturday: 101 Dalmatians, The Shaggy Dog, GreyFriars Bobby: The True Story of a Dog
Sunday: Lady and the Tramp, The Incredible Journey
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
Animate Your Night: Where It’s AT-ATTM!
Friday, September 28 | 7-10pm | Museum-wide
Members: $5 | General: $10
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new special exhibition Between Frames: The Magic Behind Stop Motion Animation, which reveals the magic behind movie creatures such as King Kong, the Jurassic Park Velociraptors, and the revered Star Wars AT-AT!
San Francisco SPCA and The Walt Disney Family Museum Adopt-a-Thon
Saturday, September 29 | 12-3pm | Main Parade Ground in the Presidio | Free
The
WDFM has gone to the dogs during the month of September and is hosting
its first Doggie Adopt-a-Thon in partnership with the SFSPCA and other
local rescue groups. Join in the fun on the front lawn as we participate
in animal education and help our furry, four-legged friends find new
homes.
Look Closer: The Family Saddles
Friday, September 28, Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30
11am, 1 and 3pm | Gallery 8 | Free with Museum admission
Join us for a brief gallery talk to learn more about the Disney family’s riding saddles.
CLASSES + ACTIVITIES
Open Studio
Saturday, September 1 and Sunday, September 2
1-3pm (drop-in activity) | Learning Center Art Studio | Free with Museum admission
Come
experience, explore, and experiment with us in Open Studio. Every first
weekend of the month we will be experimenting with different art forms
such as performance, fine art, and design.
Disney Discoveries
Saturday, September 8 and Sunday, September 9
1-3pm | Learning Center | Free with Museum admission
In
the spirit of classic Disney westerns, join us to make your very own
dreamcatcher! This Native American craft is intended to ensnare
nightmares and let good dreams through.
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ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The
Walt Disney Family Museum presents the fascinating story and
achievements of Walt Disney, the man who raised animation to an art,
transformed the film industry, tirelessly pursued innovation, and
created a global and distinctively American legacy. Opened in October
2009, the 40,000 square foot facility features the newest technology and historic materials and artifacts to bring Disney’s achievements to life, with interactive
galleries that include early drawings and animation, movies, music,
listening stations, a spectacular model of Disneyland and much more.
Hours:
10am to 6pm, Wednesdays through Monday; closed on
Tuesdays and the following public holidays: New Year’s Day,
Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Tickets: Free for members | General: $20 adults, $15 seniors and students, $12 youth under 17, free for children 5 and under
Where: 104 Montgomery Street, The Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA 94129
Website: waltdisney.org
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