WATCH TONIGHT: The Lost Disney Circle-Vision Film “Portraits of Canada” from Expo ’86 with Director’s Commentary!

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While many remember the artistic presence of Walt Disney at the fabled 1964 New York World’s Fair, few know of the other world’s fair endeavors taken up by his company in the years after. Tonight, WDWNT is proud to bring one of those experiences back to life with behind the scenes footage and director’s commentary! … Read more

VIDEO: EPCOT’s “Wonders of China” Director Shares Vintage Behind-the-Scenes Footage

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Many Disney fans have memories of Circle-Vison films they’ve enjoyed throughout the years, but sadly, due to its 360° format, very few have been viewable since their closing. But, thanks to director Jeff Blyth, we can now once again enjoy portions of the bygone EPCOT film “Wonders of China”, along with behind-the-scenes footage! Blyth recently … Read more

Artist Creates “Tomorrowland 2055” Based on Rejected Imagineering Concepts for Disneyland

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Theme park concept art has always excited people, even though much of what is drawn never actually comes to pass. For artist Rob Yeo, that would not be the end of the story for some of his favorite discarded designs. Through the 3D modeling software Blender, Yeo has created “Tomorrowland 2055″—a landscape based on Art … Read more

REVIEW: 3D Disneyland Marks the Most Unique Disney Book This Holiday Season

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Disney fans love a book that adds extra depth to their understanding of the theme parks, but rarely does the book contain literal depth. “3D Disneyland” by David A. Bossert provides one of the most unique looks at a Disney park ever printed thanks to the stereoscopic (3D) photography of Ted Kierscey, who captured the … Read more

CircleVision Director Releases Memoir on the Making of EPCOT’s “Wonders of China”

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Ever wanted to know what it takes to make a Circle-Vision 360 film? Well, director Jeff Blyth has just released a memoir doing just that! Blyth, known for such Disney classics as “The Timekeeper” and “Reflections of China,” has written “Polishing the Dragons: Making EPCOT’s Wonders of China” – an in-depth look at his first … Read more

SHOP: New 2021 Walt Disney World Calendar by Photographer Matthew Cooper Now On Sale with Early Bird Discount!

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If you’ve ever loved some of the beautiful Disney landscape photos we’ve showcased here at WDWNT, then we have a special surprise (and discount) for you! Many of these are the work of photographer Matthew Cooper, and he currently has an early bird special for his 2021 Disney World calendar at just $20 if purchased by … Read more

VIDEO: “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with Director’s Commentary by Randal Kleiser

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Last night, WDWNT premiered a very special program – “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with commentary from the director of the attraction film himself – Randal Kleiser! For over a decade, “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” gave Disney fans all over the world a 3D adventure like no other and now you get to go … Read more

TONIGHT: Watch “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with Director’s Commentary by Randal Kleiser

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For over a decade, “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” gave Disney fans all over the world a 3D adventure like no other and tonight you get the story behind the attraction! At 9PM EST, join WDWNT as we premiere “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with commentary from the director of the attraction film himself – … Read more

Disneyland Paris Pianist Gijs Van Winkelhof and Priscilla Pfalz Release Walt Disney World Nighttime Spectacular Music Medley, Plus an Interview

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Every Disney theme park fan has their favorite Disney World nighttime show, but what if you could have a little bit of all of them? Thanks to musicians Gijs Van Winkelhof and Priscilla Pfalz, that’s now a possibility with their new 12-minute long music medley, containing snippets from beloved shows such as “IllumiNations”, “Wishes”, the … Read more

EDITORIAL: 10 Tips for Social Distancing at Disney Parks You’ve Not Been Told

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With the official reopening of the Disney theme parks in Florida, many fans are weighing the pros and cons of venturing out for a mask-covered day at their favorite magical destination. This is, without a doubt, a personal choice and one that comes with assessing the risk to, not only one’s self, but those around … Read more

VIDEO: From Carousel of Progress, to Hall of Presidents – Top 10 Great Disney Parks Experiences to Brighten Your Fourth of July!

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With all American Disney Parks still closed, many are missing a theme park Fourth of July. Well, never fear because we have 10 great patriotic Disney experiences for you to enjoy right from home! 10. The Carousel of Progress You’re not the only family getting ready for the Fourth of July! In fact, Mother and … Read more

EXCLUSIVE: Director Jeff Blyth Remembers Michel Piccoli and the Making of “The Timekeeper”

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As we reported earlier today, famed French actor Michel Piccoli, known to Disney park fans as Jules Verne in the Circle-Vision 360 presentation “The Timekeeper” or “Le Visionarium,” has passed away at the age of 94. Filmmaker Jeff Blyth, who directed Piccoli in “The Timekeeper,” spoke to WDWNT about his experience working with the French … Read more

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW – David Danipour Talks Playing Dr. Stevens in AVATAR Flight of Passage in Pandora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to lots of unique characters, but one that particularly sticks out to guests is Dr. Stevens, our pre-show guide to Avatar Flight of Passage. David Danipour, the actor behind the role, recently gave an exclusive interview to WDWNT’s Dreamfinders podcast, where he spoke … Read more

A Digital Tour Through Disney’s Animal Kingdom with Imagineer Joe Rohde – Part 6: Pandora – The World of Avatar

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Imagineer Joe Rohde has been taking Disney fans on an online digital tour of Animal Kingdom through his Instagram, providing deep backstory on its ethos and culture. He’s discussed the Tree of Life, Africa, Asia, Expedition Everest, and Dinoland USA, but now we’re going off world to Pandora – The World of Avatar! Joe begins … Read more

A Digital Tour Through Disney’s Animal Kingdom with Imagineer Joe Rohde – Part 5: DinoLand U.S.A.

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Imagineer Joe Rohde has been taking Disney fans on an online digital tour of Animal Kingdom through his Instagram, providing deep backstory on its ethos and culture. He’s discussed the Tree of Life, Africa, Asia, and Expedition Everest, but now we’re heading to the American southwest to Diggs County and DinoLand, U.S.A.! Joe starts out … Read more

A Digital Tour Through Disney’s Animal Kingdom with Imagineer Joe Rohde – Part 4: Expedition Everest

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Imagineer Joe Rohde has been taking Disney fans on an online digital tour of Animal Kingdom through his Instagram, providing deep backstory on its ethos and culture. He’s discussed the Tree of Life and Africa, and aspects of Asia, but now it’s time for some thrills as Joe takes us to Expedition Everest! Joe begins … Read more