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Storybook Land - One of Walt Disney's favorite attraction within his Anaheim park was the charming Storybook Land Canal Boats. It was a ride that Walt dedicated to his wife, Lilly.
Theme Parkology brings you the history of its concept, construct- ion, and the simularularities at Walt Disney World. This is a charming documentary of mini- ature proportion
Did you know... that the true inspiration of the Storybook Land Canal Boats attraction began in 1952 when Walt Disney visited an attraction in Holland? Yup, he visited the miniature world of Madurodam and was deeply impressed. After his trip he knew that he had to have his own tiny world. The difference would be that the small villages would all represent his cartoon character's home.
Did you know... that the Tower of Terror is inspired from the Rod Serling's television show, The Twilight Zone? The bizarre story is in fact true. In fact, there are lots of props within the hauntedly hotel that pays homage to the show. For example; Henry Bemis' glasses from the episode “Time Enough at Last” are on display and a minutre space man from the episode “The Invaders” sit on top of a shelf.
Tower of Terror - The Hollywood Hotel at one time was so elegant and was believed to be the place to be, that is until one frightening night when lightning struck the hotel causing five guest within an elevator to oddly disappear.
As chilling as that sounds, Theme Parkology has explored the history of the hotel with an interview from voice artist, Marc Silverman.
Theme Park
Walt Disney World: The Magic Kingdom - Theme Parkology is thrilled to release the much awaited documentary on the Florida park, The Magic Kingdom. Discover the history of Disney's sister park, highlighting the many attractions, including the Seven Drawf's Mine Train and the remodeled Fantasyland which include Storybook Circus and the Enchanted Forest.
Did you know... that walt Disney had mapped out the Florida park and bought 27,000 acres of land before he passed away? Walt Disney had always had one eye in the present and the other in the future. He knew with the success of Disneyland it was only a matter of time before a sister park would be needed. After his passing his brother Roy made sure that Walt's dream park was completed. It opened October 1, 1971.
Disneyland 1955-1959 - Have you ever wondered what Disneyland was like in its early years? What were some of the changes? Which attraction was once there in the beginning, but is no longe there?
Well now you can view the history of Disneyland from its opening day on July 17, 1955 to the end of that era in 1959. Witness how Walt Disney made his dreamed theme park into a reality.
Did you know... that Walt Disney had originally wanted to build a smaller park attached to the back of the Disney Studio lot? He wanted a place where fans could be entertained, but after designing many of the elements for this Disney park it became clear that a bigger property was needed.
Within a short time Walt Disney bought 160 acre in Anaheim and construction began 1954.
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The Enchanted Tiki Room - The charming land of Adventureland recieved the whimsical show, The Tiki Room, which entertained guests with talking birds, drumming gods, and singing flowers. Journey through the history of this show, which features an interview with Disney Legend and Imagineer, Rolly Crump.
Disneyland 1955-1959
Attraction
Storybook Land Canal Boats
Tower of Terror
The Monorail - Who doesn't love the Monorail. This sleek attraction allows guest to view the park from the sky, peering down at all of the guest, rides, and landscape. Oh, let's not forget that its a great way to rest your tired feet.
Theme Parkology brings you the complete history of the Highway in the Sky with another fantastic interview with Disney Legend and Imagineer, Bob Gurr.
Did you know... the Monorail is technically an accomplice to a crime? The broken law story is true... in a way. When the Monorail was unveiled in 1965 Walt Disney invited vice president, Richard Nixon, to assist in cutting the opening ribbon. Mr. Nixon requested a ride on it and Walt told Bob Gurr to drive it away... unbe- known to the crew the secret service missed the ride and the vice-president was kidnapped.
The Monorail
Did you know... that there is a very special doll within the Small World attraction that's in honor of a very special person? It's true. The charmimg ride has a special mechanical doll that resembles and pays tribute to Mary Blair, who had a unique way with shapes and color. Mary's obvious influence within the ride had Walt Disney insisting that a replica doll be place as a life long rememberance.
It's A Small World- This unique and charming attractions gives guest a heartfelt look at unity around the world, represented by hundreds of mechanical dolls.
Theme Parkology sails down the Small World canal to unveil the history of the whimsical ride, from it's concept for the 1964-1965 New York World's Fair to its home in Disneyland and we'll take a look at the ride throughout the world.
It's A Small World
Did you know... that the all bear band was originally designed to play at the Mineral King Valley of Sequoia National Forest? Walt Disney had the idea of building a ski resort in Mineral King Valley. It was there that the bears would perform while guests ate. The idea was changed at the passing of Walt Disney and the bear band restaurant show would now be a Country style band performing at the Happiest Place on Earth.
Country Bear Jamboree- This toe-tapping, hip swinging, finger snapping, all bear band jamboree captures the history of the Country Bears.
Theme Parkology is "BEARY" excited to bring you the history of the bear band from its concept to its rumored appearance at the Mineral King Valley of Sequoia National Forest to its show in Disneyland to its home in Florida.
Country Bear Jamboree
Did you know... that at one time Tom Sawyer Island once allowed guest to fish off the harbor? The fishy tale is true? When the island first opened guest could rent a fishing pole, hook a worm, and fish off the harbor. But the idea soon went underwater as guest would complain that once the fish was caught they had to carry it around all day and by mid- afternoon the catch of the day would smell, well, very fishy.
Tom Sawyer Island- This island is perhaps one of Disneyland's unique attractions as it contains hidded treasures, walk-through caves and many Pirates of the Caribbean props.
Theme Parkology brings you the history of the island from its concept to its construction and its take over from pirates. We also explore the various islands from the other Disney parks.
Tom Sawyer Island
Did you know... that originally Walt Disney wanted to have live animals roam about within the Jungle Cruise? When Walt Disney researched the idea of building a thatched jungle within his theme park, he invisioned wild animals roaming freely around the jungle giving guest a one-of-a-kind experience. Fortunately, someone pointed out that real wild life often slept during the day and they have the need to hunt... gulp!
The Jungle Cruise - This exciting attraction travels through the many rivers of the world and explores the many dangerous animals within their habitat.
Theme Parkology brings you the adventurous history of one of Disneyland original attractions and features an interview from Disney Legend and Imagineer, Bob Gurr. You don't want to miss this exciting tale.
The Jungle Cruise
Did you know... that several of the janitors who worked inside the Haunted Mansion vowed not to work in the manor at night again? It's scarily true. Prankster Rolly Crump rigged up a faded light in a room that would disappear as someone entered, a black light would then encase the room and a blow up monster would appear. Late one night Rolly forgot to turn it off and the janitors saw the frightening monster and fled.
The Haunted Mansion - The Haunted Mansion has 999 ghostly residents. This attraction gives riders a very unique tour of the decrepit manor, highlighting a ballroom and an eerily graveyard.
Theme Parkology visits the history of the Mansion and shares a hauntedly good interview from Disney Legend and Imagineer, Bob Gurr, and Doombuggie.com creator, Jeff Baham.
The Haunted Mansion
Forgotten Attraction
Did you know... on one particular summers day a group of Japanese guests boarded the Submarine Voyage and proceeded to explore the depth of the Disneyland Sea when the submarine fell off the track causing the underwater vessle to tip to its side. The group panic not realizing that the water seeping in was only ankle deep. The Disney staff came to the rescue and within a few minutes the group was dried.
The Submarine Voyage - The original Submarine Voyage traveled to the bottom of the sea and gave guest the rare view of sunken treasure, incredible sea life and a forgotten city in ruins.
Theme Parkology visits the lost and forgotten submarine ride that closed its ports in 1998 and stars another detailed interview from Disney Legend and Imagineer, Bob Gurr.
The Submarine Voyage
Did you know... that the Flying Saucer would often shut down with a loud "BOOOOOM!" and created a windstorm of paper and debris. The ride was really ahead of its time. Unfortunately, it was forced to shut down in 1966 due to the intensive maintence and the hefty expense to keep it running, but in 2012 at Disney California Adventure a simular attraction opened called, Luigi's Flying Tires.
Rocket to the Moon/Flying Saucers - The Rocket to the Moon was a entertaining attraction that allowed guest to venture into space, while the Flying Saucers enable guest to sail across a cusion of air in a spacecraft vehicle.
Theme Parkology explores the story of both of these Forgotten Attractions with an interview from Disney Legend, Bob Gurr.
Did you know... that the Mine Train Through Nature's Wonder- land closed its tracks to make way for the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad attraction? Within the new runaway train attraction guest can still see parts of the former ride such as; the Rainbow Ridge town, and if you look across from the Arizona mountain you can still see some of the old tracks from its previous attraction as well as some jumping fish.
Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland - In 1956 Disneyland unveiled, The Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland, which was a mine train that ventured through the desert, rocky terrain, field of cactus and colorful caverns.
Theme Parkology digs into the history of this train exploration attraction and features a detailed interview from Disney Legend and Imagineer, Bob Gurr.
Rocket to the Moon/Flying Saucer
The Mine Train
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Betty Boop: What A Gal!
Did you know... that originally Betty Boop was designed to be a dog? That's right, Betty Boop was drawn as a poodle in the 1930 classic animated short, Dizzy Dishes, but by 1932 her female human figure was drawn pretty much the way we see her today in the short, Any Rags. Her poodle ears where shorten to resemble earrings and her snout of a nose became a cute black button nose. She has come a long way.
Betty Boop: What A Gal - Betty Boop began her career at the Fleischer Studio in 1930. She soon became the world's most loved flapper girl and has managed to remain in the spotlight for years.
Theme Parkology travels trough the history of Betty Boop and features a rare interview with, Deseree Goyette, who voiced Betty Boop in the 1985 film, The Romance of Betty Boop.
Jiminy Cricket
Did you know... that one of Eddie Carroll's most satisfying moments in his life was being invited to the Florida park to watch the new firework display, of which Jiminy Cricket, aka Eddie, narrates. Upon listening and watching from within the Disney princess' castle, Eddie not only heard his mini alter self narrate the impressive fire- work show, but he was able to view and hear how much the fans loved Jiminy Cricket.
Jiminy Cricket: A Journey of Coinscience - Walt Disney shared his second featured animated film, Pinocchio, with the world in 1940. Bassed off the book by Carlo Collodi the story follows the life of a wooden boy and his conscience, Jiminy Cricket
Theme Parkology hops into the history of the little cricket, Jiminy and features an interview with voice over actor, Eddie Carroll.
Did you know... that Margaret got the reference model job for Tinker Bell by pantomiming Tinker Bell waking up in the morning, stretching and attempting to make breakfast? Once hired Disney had Margaret use large props such as a giant keyhole to peer through so that the animators could imulate the motion on paper. It was very important to use large props so that the animators could draw Tinker Bell in small portportions.
Tinker Bell: The Story Behind the Pixie Dust - For the 1953 film, Peter Pan, Walt Disney needed a reference model to act out the part of the world's most loved pixie, Tinker Bell. The studio hired actress, Margaret Kerry.
Theme Parkology invites you into the world of Peter Pan, exploring the history of Pan's fairy sidekick, Tinker Bell witha great interview from Margaret Kerry
Tinker Bell
Animated Tales
Floyd Norman
Did you know... that Floyd began his life as a storyboard artist by chance? It's true. While Walt Disney was working on The Jungle Book he had a fall out with writer, Bill Pete. Bill left the studio. Walt had to find another writer, a storyboard artist, so he looked within the company and tapped Floyd on the shoulder and assigned him the task of finishing up the film's story. It was a job that he never thought of doing.
Floyd Norman - Floyd Norman has worked with several animated studios such as; Hannah Barbera, Disney and Pixar and has worked on such classic films as; Sleeping Beauty, The Jungle Book, Mulan and Monsters Inc., to name an impressive few.
Join Theme Parkology as we journey into the wonderful works and talents of the man they call, Mr. Fun.
The Magic Kingdom
Did you know... that Walt and his team had pioneered something they called Audio-Animatronics, or AA, when they designed the singing and moving birds for the Tiki Room. These mechanical creatures were programed to move in a very limited capacity when recorded sounds were played. This was the stepping stone for a full length animatronic show with a family of robots.
Carousel of Progress - The fun animatronic show featured several different stages that would each represent a different period of time. After an act was concluded, the audience would simply get up and move on to the next one. T
The show was be hosted by an electromechanical man named Wilbur K Watt and was sponsored by the General Electric Company
Carousel of Progress
The Matterhorn Bobsled - One of the fastest and most thrilling ride within Disneyland is the one of a kind coaster ride, The Matterhorn Bobsled.
The Bobsled's story began while Walt Disney was in Switzerland filming. He was so amazed at the Matterhorn mountain that he sent Vic Greene (an Imagineer) a postcard that said two words... Build this!
Did you know... that the Bobsled was the first coaster of its kind? It's true. The Matterhorn used tubular pipe rails instead of the popular flat rails of the past. This made the vehicle contact on the top surface and allowed the guide wheels to control the horizontal movement and restricted vertical movement of the car. This type of track also meant that the ride would be able to twist and turnin a way that had never been done before.
The Matterhorn Bobsled
Did you know... that Bill Farmer has a rare voice over job that makes it a one of a kind? It's true. For the film Beauty and the Beast, within the scene where Gaston is singing in the bar, gloating his abilities, the muscled bully juggles some eggs and then swallows them. Bill was kind enough to voice the gulping sounds of each egg being swallowed. We here at Theme Parkology thinks that's raw talent.
Just Goofin' Around - One of Disney's most loved character, Goofy Goof, is highlighted within this documentary and features a fun filled interview with voice over artist, Bill Farmer, who is currently the voice of Goofy.
Theme Parkology soars through the history of Bill Farmer and enjoys the many characters that he has voiced from many hit buster animated films.
Just Goofin' Around
Disneyland 1990-1999 - Walt Disney never intednded for his park(s) to ever be completed. The 90s saw many changes within the park which included; new parades, the addition of Indiana Jones Adventure, Roger Rabbit Car Toon, and The Rocket Rods, to name a few.
This was a great era where visiting the park was as magical as ever.
Did you know... that he Rocket Rod attraction was a high-speed thrill attraction that reached speeds up to 35 mph and was up on a 21 foot rail, replacing the PeopleMover?
The GM car video in the queue featured Steppenwolf's hit "Born to Be Wild", which was recorded by former Oingo Boingo member Steve Bartek.