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Destination D Walt Disney World 40th, Dreamfinder Returns, Star Tours: The Adventure Continues Soft Opening, New Fantasyland Construction Update – Photos & Video

Hi everyone!

We had a fantastic time at Destination D! The event was full of wonderful Disney memories, and we made some new ones as well. There was even a small Archives area which consisted of characters such as Donald Duck, Panchito and José Carioca from the classic Mickey Mouse Revue (below, left) and Figment from the original Journey into Imagination. (below, right).

Mr. Mustard from the original Epcot Center Land Pavilion’s Kitchen Kabaret was also part of the display (below, left). We had another opportunity to meet Disney Legend and Imagineer Bob Gurr (below, right) he’s always very friendly.

The Main Street Philharmonic delighted D23 members with some tunes (below, left), before the phenomenal Richard Sherman took to the stage (below, right). Sherman played and sang a variety of his most popular songs, from “it’s a small world” to Walt Disney’s favorite “feed the birds” and even pulled a few out that were more obscure.

The highlight of the evening for nearly everyone was when Dreamfinder took the stage with Figment (below left and right). Entertainer Ron Schneider is a friend of ours, and we had talked with him several times over the weekend – he’d never given any hint that he’d be performing! It was an incredible, magical moment.

Dreamfinder (Ron Schneider) entertained the crowd on his own (below, left) and then sang “One Little Spark” with Richard Sherman (below, right). The crowd went totally crazy when he walked onstage, and we were so fortunate to be able to see it live!

Dreamfinder, Figment and Richard Sherman stand for their deserved applause (below, left). After their performance, the cast choir Encore sang a medley of original Epcot Center songs, including Tomorrow’s Child, New Horizons, Universe of Energy, Listen to the land and more (below, right).

Dreamfinder, Figment and Richard Sherman stand among other entertainers that were part of the evening (below, left). You’ll notice at the middle of the photo, Billy Flanagan, who has worked for Disney since the Centennial – 30 years! You can find him pumping up the crowds at the Christmas Parade tapings. Richard Sherman (below, right) dons D23 ears.

Video Clip (courtesy of  TheOrlandoBureau on Youtube)

Bonus Clip – Original Dreamfinder Ron Schneider sings One Little Spark in it’s a small world, Disneyland – Ron Schneider, the original walk-around Dreamfinder from Walt Disney World’s Imagination Pavilion at Epcot Center showed us how “One Little Spark” can be sung to the tune of “it’s a small world” while at Disneyland last year 🙂

Star Tours Flight Testing started on Saturday (below, left). We didn’t make it to Disney’s Hollywood Studios until today, and we enjoyed two flights aboard the Starspeeder 1000!  Cast members had their new flight suits on (below, right).  We enjoyed the new attraction! The queue had many new features, we are looking forward to exploring it further. There are 54 unique combinations in the ride, consisting of 2 beginnings, 3 middles and 2 ends. We had the same beginning both times (Stormtroopers), a different middle each time (Hoth in a sled the first, the Wookie planet on a speed bike for the second), and Yoda was part of our experience during the first ride, with Princess Leia the second. We enjoyed the Wookie planet more than Hoth, but both were a lot of fun!

Over at the Magic Kingdom, the scrim is now down from the back of Cinderella Castle, and it looks beautiful again (below left and right).

Fantasyland is coming along nicely, you can see Belle’s Cottage and The Beast’s Castle (below, left) and detailed rock work nearby (below, right).

The Be Our Guest Restaurant (below, left) is visible from Dumbo, and The Little Mermaid building is progressing as well (below, right).

Video #2 – Fantasyland Construction Update Including from Dumbo 5/16/11 Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World – A new video update showing Beast’s Castle and more from Dumbo and the ground! Also, the scrim is now down from the back of Cinderella Castle, which is part of this video.

For many more great photos, please check out MouseSteps latest update HERE!

Latest Release – Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2011:

Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2011

Celebrate spring at one of Disney’s most anticipated events of the year: The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival 2011.

Experience these unique panoramic displays throughout Epcot’s Future World and all around World Showcase!

Running Time: 64 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2010, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 09, Jeff Lange Experiences: Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival 2008

All New Releases – Adventureland Classics and Liberty Square Classics:

Jeff Lange Remembers: Adventureland Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Adventureland” attractions. This third volume in the series features the following: Adventureland Tour (1992-1997), Jungle Cruise (1993), Enchanted Tiki Birds Tropical Serenade (1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (original version including Barker Bird 1992), Pirates of the Caribbean (1997) and more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Fantasyland Classics

Jeff Lange Remembers: Liberty Square Classics

Take a trip back in time to experience classic Walt Disney World “Liberty Square” attractions. This third volume in the series features the following: The Hall of Presidents (Original Version – 1993), Mike Fink Keel Boats (opening day attraction – 1992), Haunted Mansion (original version – 1992), Haunted Mansion Bonus Ride (my final recording of the original version with some special surprises – 2006)!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Tomorrowland Classics

Epcot Center Historical DVDs – Available Now:

For fans of classic Epcot Center, I present my Epcot Center Historical Collection!

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Holiday Treat 2010 DVD – Available Now:

Jeff Lange’s Holiday Treat 2010 (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2010)

Seasons Greetings from Jeff Lange! Celebrate the holidays with this new DVD featuring the 2010 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World.

Features yearly favorites such as: “Cinderella’s Holiday Wish (Castle Lighting)“, “Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade“, “Holiday Wishes Fireworks – Celebrate the Spirit of the Season“, “Celebrate the Season Show“, Very Merry Party Scenes, and much more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Halloween Time at Disneyland (Mickey’s Halloween Party 2010)

Jeff Lange’s Disneyland Trick or Treat (Mickey’s Halloween Party 2010)

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2010 Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland!

Featuring: Spooky Halloween Party Scenes, Snow White’s Scary Adventures, Mickey’s Costume Party Cavalcade, Space Mountain: Ghost Galaxy, Halloween Screams – A Villainous Surprise in the Skies Fireworks, Haunted Mansion Holiday and more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Halloween Titles (Including Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties 2003-2010) – Click HERE

More Halloween Fun (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party’s 2003 – 2010 Available)

Jeff Lange’s Trick or Treat 7 (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2010)

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2010 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World!

Featuring: Alice & Mad Hatters Treat Party, TheHeadless Horseman, Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, Happy HalloWishes Fireworks, Villains Mix and Mingle, Not So Scary Party Scenes, Haunted Mansion at Midnight and more!

Running Time: 66 min

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Also available: Trick or Treat vol 1 – 6 (Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Parties 2003-2009) – Click HERE

Magic Kingdom Summertime 2010:

Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Summertime 2010 (Featuring SpectroMagic, Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Show, Main Street Electrical Parade and more!)

Jeff Lange brings the grandeur of Spectromagic, the brilliance of the Main Street Electrical Parade, and the dazzling display of the Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Show to your door with Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Summertime 2010.

Featurers: SpectroMagic (Final showing of the season 06/05/10), Summer Nightastic! Fireworks Show (Premiere 06/06/10), Main Street Electrical Parade (Premiere 06/06/10) plus, BONUS: “Top of the World” Fireworks Viewing (2010)!

Running Time: 66 Min

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Vintage Disney-MGM Studios:

Jeff Lange Remembers: Disney-MGM Studios Classics – Vol 1

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience the early years of the Disney-MGM Studios. This first volume in a series features the following vintage footage:

Studios Entrance Scenes (1989-1992), Here Come The Muppets (1991), Soundstage Restaurant (1992), The Studio Showcase (1992), Star Today Ceremony (1992), The Great Movie Ride (1991) and more!

Running Time: 66 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange’s Disney-MGM Studios Parade Classics – 20th Anniversary Collectors Edition DVD

Wishes Fireworks – All Versions!

Jeff Lange’s Magic Kingdom Wishes DVD

Jeff Lange takes you to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom to experience the best of all the “Wishes” nighttime fireworks spectaculars!

Features: Wishes – A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams, Happy HalloWishes Fireworks, Holiday Wishes – Celebrate The Spirit of the Season plus Bonus: Magic, Music & Mayhem Fireworks!

Running Time: 61 Min

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Walt Disney World Vintage Footage:

Jeff Lange DVD Presents: Bob Welbaum’s Walt Disney World 1986 DVD

Jeff Lange turns back the clock to 1986, where you will experience Walt Disney World through the eyes of Disneyana documentarian Bob Welbaum. This incredible vintage footage includes select narration from Mr. Welbaum, who shot this video before recording was commonplace.

Walt Disney World 1986 contains clips from the following: Walt Disney World Resorts, Original Disney Shopping Village, Epcot Center, Discovery Island, Magic Kingdom, Seven Seas Lagoon and much more!

Running Time: 65 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Fantasyland Classics and Jeff Lange Remembers: Tomorrowland Classics

Disneyland Vintage Footage (5 Volumes Available):

Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 5

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience classic Disneyland attractions. This fifth volume in the series features the following:

Aladdin’s Royal Caravan (1993), Disneyland Railroad(1992) including the burning settlers cabin, Big Thunder Ranch and more, Beauty and the Beast Show (1993),Pinocchio’s Daring Journey (1993), Alice in Wonderland (1993) andFantasy in the Sky Fireworks (1993)!

Running Time: 66 Min

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Also available: Jeff Lange Remembers: Disneyland Classics Volume 1 – 4.

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