- There is a bag check in Lobby A. It's five dollars per bag, so, shoppers, load up one of those huge Disney bags and then drop it off.<\/li>
- If there's merchandise or giveaways you want, get it early Friday or Saturday morning. Or even wait until Sunday. Most people are at the big panels on the first couple days and Sunday is usually the least crowded day.<\/li>
- Find the bathrooms and any other important rooms (such as the sensory break room) on the map before you get there. It will make finding them in the midst of the crowd much easier.<\/li>
- The edges of the show floor are always the least crowded. Need to get to the other side in a hurry? Walk the wall.<\/li>
- Don't forget to make time for the various occasional freebies on the show floor.<\/li>
- Like with Disney Parks, don't try to do it all<\/strong>. Make priorities, around three or four presentations on a given day, and time to check out the show floor.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For all the rules, details, and other information, check out D23 Expo's Things to Know<\/a> list.<\/p>\n","post_title":"D23 Expo 2019: How to Prepare, Enjoy, and Survive","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"d23-expo-2019-how-to-prepare-enjoy-and-survive","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-09-30 18:10:05","post_modified_gmt":"2019-10-01 01:10:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.rotoscopers.com\/?p=53353","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":54395,"post_author":"29","post_date":"2019-08-06 12:14:20","post_date_gmt":"2019-08-06 19:14:20","post_content":"then In addition to releasing the full schedule calendar<\/a>, Disney announced another ten panels, dozens of special guests, and more information on fun events like the Mousequerade.\n
New Panels:<\/h2>\nFriday, August 23, 11AM - Stage 28<\/strong>\nMousequerade<\/em> - Presented by Raw Threads<\/strong>\n\nDisney's Jim Babcock, and judges Ashley Eckstein (Star Wars Rebels<\/em>), Yvette Nicole Brown (Disney's upcoming Lady and the Tramp<\/em>), Jennifer Leonard (owner and designer of Raw Threads), host the fan-favorite costume competition. Dozens of fans will compete in five categories for the $2,300 Best in Show Prize.\n\nFriday, August 23, 2PM - Stage 28<\/strong>\nVader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series - Episode II<\/em> First Look<\/strong>\n\nVader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series gives fans a chance to become the hero as they become a Force-sensitive smuggler recruited by Vader himself. Director Ben Snow, Senior Experience Designer Jose Perez III, and Lucasfilm Story Group Creative Executive Matt Martin host an in-depth discussion of this upcoming episode, including a exclusive sneak peek.\n\n
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\n\nSaturday, August 24, 5:30PM - D23 Expo Arena<\/strong>\nA Musical Celebration of Aladdin<\/em><\/strong>\n\nCelebrating the in-home releases of the new live-action Aladdin<\/em> and Walt Disney Animation Studios' original Aladdin<\/em> Walt Disney Signature Collection, Scott Weinger (Aladdin) and Linda Larkin (Jasmine) host the star-studded musical medley. Additionally, Brad Kane (Aladdin's singing voice), DeeDee Magno Hall (Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular<\/em>), Jamal Sims (live-action Aladdin<\/em>'s choreographer), Clinton Greenspan (Broadway's next Aladdin<\/em>), Lilias White (Hercules<\/em>), and Norm Lewis (The Little Mermaid<\/em> on Broadway) all join in the musical fun.\n\nSunday, August 25, 10AM - Stage 28<\/strong>\nHeroines of the Disney Galaxies - Presented by BoxLunch<\/strong>\n\nAshley Eckstein (creator of Her Universe) and special guests, including Sana Amanat (VP of Content & Character Development, Marvel) and Ally Maki (Marvel\u2019s Cloak & Dagger<\/em>, Toy Story 4<\/em>), celebrate inspiring and empowered heroines from Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and more.\n\n ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.rotoscopers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AshleyEcksteinEars.jpeg\")
\n\nSunday, August 25, 3PM - D23 Expo Arena<\/strong>\nDisney Character Voices, Inc: The 30th Anniversary Celebration<\/strong>\n\nJoin Rick Dempsey, SVP of Character Voices, and many beloved voice actors - including Tony Anselmo (Donald), Jodi Benson (Ariel), Bill Farmer (Goofy and Pluto), Bret Iwan (Mickey Mouse), and Linda Larkin (Jasmine) - as they celebrate this anniversary through stories and their amazing voices.\n\nSunday, August 25, 5:30PM - D23 Expo Arena<\/strong>\nTwo Worlds, One Family: The Making of Tarzan<\/em><\/strong>\n\nThe team who brought the Disney classic to life joins the D23 Expo for a behind the scenes look at the making of Tarzan<\/em>. Guests will include directors Chris Buck (Frozen 2<\/em>), Kevin Lima (Enchanted<\/em>), animators Bruce W. Smith, Ken Duncan, Disney Legend Glen Keane, and producer Bonnie Arnold, as well as a special performance by Matthew Morrison (Glee<\/em>).\n\nSunday, August 25, 6PM - Stage 28<\/strong>\nThe Art of Disney Storytelling<\/strong>\n\nA panel of master storytellers discuss Walt Disney's impact on their careers. In addition to Disney Legends Tony Baxter and Floyd Norman, guests will include Walt Disney Animation Studios' Paul Briggs (head of story, Frozen<\/em> and Big Hero 6<\/em>) and producer Don Hahn.\nExhibits and Events<\/h2>\nInside the World of Avatar<\/em><\/strong>\n\nAs well as displaying props and costumes, the one-of-a-kind exhibit, on the second floor of the convention center, will also display the making of Pandora - The World of Avatar<\/em> at Walt Disney World Resort.\n\n
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\n\nCenter Stage<\/strong>\n\nTons of special guests and performances will fill the weekend. Also, Bill Rogers - the \"voice of Disneyland\" - will be on hand each day to record fans' outgoing voicemail messages. The complete lineup is available on the D23 Expo website and app.\n\nD23 Expo's Ultimate Fan Street Party - Presented by Alamo<\/strong>\n\nThe one-of-a-kind street party returns to the show floor, this time with a disco twist. The cavalcade will travel down Mickey Avenue twice a day, with a live band, beloved characters, and celebrity grand marshals. Newly-inducted Disney legend Kenny Ortega leads the parade 4:30PM on Friday, and then Peyton Elizabeth Lee (Andi Mack) and Skylar Astin - both starring in the upcoming Disney+ film Secret Society of Second Born Royals<\/em> - will lead the 2PM parade on Saturday.\n\nCheck out the website and app for more information and news over the next three weeks leading to the expo.\nWhich panels are you most excited for?<\/h3>","post_title":"[D23 Expo] New Panels, Full Schedule Released Online","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"d23-expo-new-panels-full-schedule-released-online","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-09-30 18:10:50","post_modified_gmt":"2019-10-01 01:10:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.rotoscopers.com\/?p=53341","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":52559,"post_author":"29","post_date":"2019-07-17 18:56:24","post_date_gmt":"2019-07-18 01:56:24","post_content":"As well as a jam-packed schedule of presentations, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presents an immersive pavilion and exclusive shopping opportunities will especially excite every Disney fan.\r\n\r\n
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\r\n\r\nThe \"Imagining Tomorrow, Today\" pavilion will give fans a unique inside look at new developments happening at Disney parks around the world. For instance, there will be a dedicated space showcasing the historic EPCOT transformation at Walt Disney World. Fans will also get to see the latest plans for Avengers areas in Hong Kong, Paris, and California.\r\n\r\nThe major Hall D23 presentation, with Disney Parks, Experiences and Products chairman Bob Chapek, will take place Sunday, August 25, at 10:30am. Of course, fans will get many more details on upcoming attractions, experiences, and immersive storytelling.\r\n\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.rotoscopers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/DLPMARVELENTRY.jpg\")
\r\n\r\nAcross the show floor, fans can grab brand-new collectibles. Shops on the show floor include shopDisney, Disney DreamStore, Mickey's of Glendale, and Mickey's of Glendale Pin Store. In particular, Disney will release new collections to celebrate anniversaries and favorite characters in Disney, Pixar, Star Wars<\/em>, and Marvel stories.\r\nPRESENTATIONS<\/h2>\r\n
D23 Expo Arena - August 23, 12:30p<\/strong>\r\nThe Music and Sounds of Star Wars<\/em>: Galaxy\u2019s Edge<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nMatt Walker, Imagineering Music Studio lead, discusses the creative process behind music and sound design throughout the new Galaxy's Edge. Imagineers and collaborators also share how they developed all-new Star Wars films-inspired soundscapes.\r\n
D23 Expo Arena - August 24, 12:30p\r\nHaunted Mansion: Celebrating 50 Years<\/h4>\r\nCelebrate the iconic mansion's rich history and global fandom.\r\n
Stage 28 - August 24, 3:30p\r\nImmersive Worlds: Bringing Stories to Life in Disney Parks<\/h4>\r\nJoin Imagineers Joe Rohde and Scott Trowbridge as they take fans through the creative process for dreaming up and then developing new themed Disney environments and experiences.\r\n
Walt Disney Archives Stage - August 24, 6p\r\nTravels with Marty: A Conversation with the Sklars and Imagineers<\/h4>\r\nCelebrate the legacy of Marty Sklar, Disney Legend, with his colleagues, mentees, and family. Fans will get insight into the publishing of his last book and his huge impact on The Walt Disney Company.\r\n
Stage 28 - August 25, 10a\r\nBehind the Art of Disney Costuming: Heroes, Villains, and Spaces Between<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nCheck out the imagination, passion, and attention to detail that go into creating Disney costumes. Specifically, fans will get a behind the scenes look with the team that created the new Walt Disney Archives exhibit on the show floor, and its coffee table book.\r\n\r\n
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\r\nStage 28 - August 25, 2p\r\nInspiring Women Behind <\/strong>Star Wars<\/em>: Galaxy\u2019s Edge<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nMeet talented women from across the Disney Parks, Experience and Products responsible for bringing the new Galaxy's Edge to life. For instance, fans will hear stories about their experiences developing original backstories of the land and inhabitants as well as themed merchandise and interactive elements throughout the land.\r\n
Walt Disney Archives Stage - August 25, 4p\r\nMagic Journey: My Fantastical Walt Disney Imagineering Career with Kevin Rafferty<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nImagineer Kevin Rafferty reminisces about his career spanning 40+ years, from a dishwasher at Disneyland to building immersive lands.\r\n
Stage 28 - August 25, 6p\r\nMarc Davis in His Own Words \u2013 Imagineering the Disney Theme Park<\/strong><\/h4>\r\nPete Docter and Christopher Merritt reveal their two-volume tribute to Marc Davis, Disney Legend. Especially featuring Davis's artwork for the creation of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland, the presentation will also highlight the attraction's 50th anniversary.\r\n
Disney Store Artist Signing Schedule\r\nAugust 23-24, Talent Central<\/em><\/h2>\r\nMeet the artists and designers behind some of the new D23 Expo product ranges:\r\n
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- Friday, August 23, 4-5p<\/strong>: Jerome Ranft - Disney Tiki Mug Signing<\/li>\r\n \t
- Saturday, August 24, 11a-12p<\/strong>: Steve Thompson & Courtney Watkinson - Midnight Masquerade and Animator Villains Collections<\/li>\r\n \t
- Saturday, August 24, 4-5p<\/strong>: Steve Thompson, Bryan Mon, Daria Vinogradova, Diana Tran, Cathy Clark-Ramirez - The Little Mermaid 30th Anniversary Collection<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
Disney Parks Designer Collection Artist Signing Schedule\r\n<\/strong>August 23-25, Talent Central<\/em><\/h2>\r\nAlso meet artists behind the latest collection Mickey ear hats and Minnie ear headbands releases:\r\n\r\nJerrod Maruyama<\/strong>\r\n\r\nFriday, August 23, 4p-5:30p., Talent Central\r\n<\/em>Saturday, August 24, 12:30p-2p, Talent Central \u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nSHAG<\/strong>\r\n\r\nSaturday, August 24, 2p-3:30p, Talent Central \u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nNoah Fine Art<\/strong>\r\n\r\nSaturday, August 24, 2p-3:30p, Talent Central \u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\nAshley Eckstein for Her Universe <\/strong>\r\n\r\nSaturday, August 24, 9:30a-11a, Talent Central\r\n<\/em>Sunday, August 25, 5p-6:45p, Talent Central <\/em>\r\n\r\n \r\n
Are you also excited for all the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products presentations at D23 Expo?<\/h3>","post_title":"[D23 Expo] Disney Parks, Experiences, Products Panels Revealed","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"d23-expo-disney-parks-experiences-products-panels-revealed","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-07-17 18:59:40","post_modified_gmt":"2019-07-18 01:59:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/rotoscopers.com\/?p=52559","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_3o3","class":"jnews_block_5"};
- Saturday, August 24, 11a-12p<\/strong>: Steve Thompson & Courtney Watkinson - Midnight Masquerade and Animator Villains Collections<\/li>\r\n \t
- Friday, August 23, 4-5p<\/strong>: Jerome Ranft - Disney Tiki Mug Signing<\/li>\r\n \t