This week, imagineering gives us a peak behind the curtain, demonstrators highlight labour issues, a new way to travel around the outside of the resort is in planning stages, New activities are happening at the resort hotels, holidays collide across the parks, and we talk about the history of Sleeping Beauty Castle, and more!
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News:
Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a behind-the-scenes video highlighting new lighting upgrades for the Grand Canyon and Primeval World dioramas along the Disneyland Railroad. The enhanced effects debuted when the classic dioramas reopened last month, bringing new life to an attraction that has been part of Disneyland since 1966. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-railroad-diorama-wdi-upgrades-video/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeiSKrjhDlt/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet
An ongoing labor dispute between the Walt Disney Company the Disneyland Resort performers has been causing a lot of friction. Cast Members held a rally on October 17th to protest Disneys unwillingness to settle on a first contract. Two years ago, 1,700 Cast Members in the characters and parades departments voted to join the Actors’ Equity Association. Since then, Disney has delayed contract talks, with little progress being made on both sides coming to an agreement. – https://www.micechat.com/446399-disneyland-update-snowcapped-castle-candy-canes-tea-party/
The City of Anaheim has shared a new “Resort 2.0” draft proposal aimed to give visitors a scenic, traffic-free way to explore the area. It introduces the “Resort Ribbon,” a long-term pedestrian loop designed to make getting around the theme park district a breeze. This proposed route would feature wide, landscaped paths and bridge or tunnel crossings to seamlessly connect major spots like Downtown Disney, the Anaheim Convention Center, GardenWalk, and future expansion areas. This is still just an early draft with no official timeline for when it might actually be built. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/city-of-anaheim-resort-ribbon/
There are some special events happen at the Resort Hotels. Guests can stop by Pixar Place to explore the art gallery display celebrating the 20th anniversary of Cars. Over at the Disneyland Hotel, you can celebrate the spooky season with pumpkin carving demonstrations. Doug Marsh will be carving on select dates through the end of the month. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-hotel-pumpkin-carving/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/pixar-place-hotel-cars-20/
The Holidays are colliding at the Disneyland Resort. Last week we reported that snow has fallen on Sleeping Beauty Castle and now there are filming notice signs around the resort, likely for the Holiday Special. Filming is expected to take place on October 23-26, though Disney has not officially announced the event. Meanwhile Magic key holders can celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion Holiday and pick up special lenticular cards. Each card features the iconic hallway portraits from the attraction. – https://www.micechat.com/446399-disneyland-update-snowcapped-castle-candy-canes-tea-party/
SnackChat:
Candy Canes – https://www.micechat.com/446399-disneyland-update-snowcapped-castle-candy-canes-tea-party/
Discussion Topic:
History of Sleeping Beauty Castle – https://www.waltdisney.org/sleeping- beauty-castle https://d23.com/a-to-z/sleeping-beauty-castle/ https://disneyparksblog.com/disney- experiences/magic-behind-the-castle-hear-from-imagineers-about-the-dreams-for-these-icons/
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