WALT DISNEY ANIMATION STUDIOS AND PIXAR ANIMATION STUDIOS BRING THREE
DAYS OF FILM SNEAK PEEKS, ENGAGING PRESENTATIONS, MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS, AND
IMMERSIVE SHOW FLOOR EXPERIENCES TO D23 EXPO 2017, JULY 14–16
BURBANK, Calif., June 6, 2017 – Pixar Animation Studios and Walt
Disney Animation Studios are once again teaming up to bring a jam-packed
weekend of announcements, presentations, displays, and giveaways to this year’s
D23 Expo in Anaheim, California.
On the show
floor, the two studios join forces for a must-see animation experience at D23
Expo. Artist demonstrations, autograph signings with top filmmakers, fan
giveaways, and interactive displays featuring the latest films, including Cars
3, Coco, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, and Ralph
Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, make this booth one to visit
over and over again.
The lineup of
presentations begins with an Expo tradition no animation fan should miss:
FRIDAY,
JULY 14, 2:30 P.M. – HALL D23
Pixar and Walt Disney
Animation Studios: The Upcoming Films, Hosted by John Lasseter
Were you there in 2015 when Ellen DeGeneres and
Dwayne Johnson wowed the crowds? When Zootopia’s sloth scene screened
for the very first time? And when Randy Newman, Buzz Lightyear, and Woody
celebrated the 20th anniversary of Toy Story? Then you know
the Animation presentation at Hall D23 is a MUST. Join host John Lasseter, chief
creative officer of Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios, as he presents Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios: The
Upcoming Films. Never-before-seen footage from Pixar’s upcoming feature Coco and Disney
Animation’s Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 will
be unveiled, as well as surprise announcements, musical performances, and
appearances by star voice talent. Cell phones, cameras, and all
recording devices will be checked for this presentation.
Additional
animation-focused panels include:
SATURDAY,
JULY 15, 10:30 A.M. – STAGE 28
The Power of the
Princess
Walt Disney
Animation Studios invites you to The Power of the Princess, featuring Jodi Benson (Ariel), Ming-Na Wen (Mulan),
Anika Noni Rose (Tiana), and Auli‘i Cravalho (Moana)—the talented
actresses who brought these iconic characters to life—as they share stories of
making their films and the impact of their characters on people around the
world. Hosted by Walt Disney Animation Studios animators
Amy Smeed and Kira Lehtomaki.
SATURDAY,
JULY 15, 12:15 P.M. – STAGE 28
Creating the Worlds in Pixar’s Universe
Pixar’s films are filled with beloved characters living in
relatable yet previously unimagined worlds. Join Pixar production designers and
artists who have created the mountain tops, oceans, and “monstropolises” in which your favorite characters
live. These artists create the setting and cultivate the mood of every
scene using extensive research, incredible imagination, and each
individual director’s vision, giving life to the amazing worlds in Pixar’s movies.
SATURDAY,
JULY 15, 2:30 P.M. – STAGE 28
Olaf's Frozen Adventure: A Sneak Peek at the New Frozen Short Film
Be among the first to see both exclusive and
behind-the-scenes footage from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ newest Frozen holiday
short film event, the highly anticipated Olaf's Frozen Adventure.
The film, which features the talents of the original Frozen cast,
as well as brand-new songs, is directed by the Emmy®-winning team
Stevie Wermers-Skelton and Kevin Deters (Prep & Landing) and
produced by Oscar®-winning producer Roy Conli (Big Hero 6,
Tangled).
SATURDAY,
JULY 15, 6 P.M. – STAGE 28
The Evolution of Pixar’s Characters
From the waves in their hair to the shoes on their feet,
Pixar characters are designed to be full of personality and to tell a story. Hear
from the legendary Pixar artists who have created the most memorable characters
in Pixar’s history. These are the visionaries who start with
an initial doodle and see the evolution of a character through to final
animation—the people who let technology influence the art and make the
impossible, possible.
SUNDAY,
JULY 16, 11:30 A.M. – WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES STAGE
Bambi’s 75th
Anniversary
Join us as we commemorate the 75th anniversary and Walt Disney
Signature Collection release of Bambi,
the endearing, timeless tale of a wide-eyed fawn that has touched generations.
Audiences can look forward to hearing personal stories from the voice cast,
anecdotes behind the making of this film and its exquisite hand-drawn artwork,
and much, much more. It’s groundbreaking animated classics like Bambi that were created or inspired by
the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney and still influence many great
visionaries and animators today.
Tickets for D23 Expo 2017 are available for $81 for one-day adult admission and $59 for children 3–9. Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club can purchase tickets for $72 for a one-day adult admission and $53 for children 3–9. Multi-day tickets are also available. For more information on tickets and D23 Expo 2017, visit D23Expo.com.
About Walt Disney Animation Studios
Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. Located in Burbank, WDAS continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully animated feature film, 1937’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to 2013’s Academy Award®-winning Frozen, the biggest animated film of all time. Among the studio’s timeless creations are Pinocchio, Sleeping Beauty, The Jungle Book, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Big Hero 6, and Zootopia.
About Pixar Animation Studios
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including "Toy Story," "Monsters, Inc.," “Cars,”
"The Incredibles," "Ratatouille," "WALL•E," "Up," "Toy Story 3,” “Brave,” and “Inside Out.” Its movies have won 32 AcademyAwards® and have grossedmore than $10 billion at the worldwide box office to date. “Cars
3,” Pixar’s 18th feature,
will open in theaterson June 16, 2017.
About D23 Expo 2017
D23 Expo—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—brings together all the worlds of Disney under one roof for three packed days of presentations, pavilions, experiences, concerts, sneak peeks, shopping, and more. The event, which will take place July 14–16 at the Anaheim Convention Center, provides fans with unprecedented access to Disney films, television, games, theme parks, and celebrities. For the latest D23 Expo 2017 news, visit D23expo.com. Presentations, talent, and schedulesubject to change. To join the D23 Expo conversation, be sure to follow DisneyD23 on Twitter,
Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube,
and use the hashtag
#D23Expo.
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 membersa greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterlypublication, Disney twenty-three; a rich websiteat D23.com with members-only content;
member-exclusive discounts; and specialevents for D23 Membersthroughout the year.
Fans can join D23 at Gold and General Membership levels at D23.com and at DisneyStore.com/D23. To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on Facebook,
Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
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