Go Behind the Scenes with the Walt Disney Studios and Disney Parks, Experiences and Products at D23 Expo 2019
June 06 2019 - 1:00PM
Business Wire
The Walt Disney Studios, Disney Parks, and
Disney+ Join the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony in the 6,800-Seat
“Hall D23” Venue at the Anaheim Convention Center.
D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has announced the lineup of
the most highly anticipated presentations at D23 Expo 2019, August
23–25. The Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, hosted by Disney
Chairman and CEO Bob Iger, will kick off the Expo on Friday
morning, August 23. Later that same day, Disney+ will showcase its
exciting slate of original films and series coming to the streaming
service, set to launch in the U.S. on November 12. On Saturday
morning, The Walt Disney Studios will give fans a sneak peek at
their collection of world-class film labels, including Disney, Walt
Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios,
and Lucasfilm. And on Sunday morning, fans will get a preview of
what’s in store at Disney Parks during a presentation hosted by
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek.
These Expo favorites will take place in “Hall D23,” the
6,800-seat venue located in Hall D of the Anaheim Convention
Center. The schedule of Hall D23 Events and Presentations is as
follows (all events subject to change and additional events to be
announced in the coming weeks):
The Disney Legends Awards Ceremony will take place at
10:30 a.m. Friday, August 23. The ceremony, hosted by Disney
Chairman and CEO Bob Iger, will once again honor those visionaries
and artists who have made significant contributions to the Disney
legacy. This year’s recipients are: Wing Chao, Robert Downey Jr.,
Jon Favreau, James Earl Jones, Bette Midler, Kenny Ortega, Barnette
Ricci, Robin Roberts, Diane Sawyer, Ming-Na Wen, and Hans
Zimmer.
On Friday afternoon at 3:30 p.m., the highly anticipated
streaming service Disney+ will give guests a first
look at some of its original content including Lady and the
Tramp, The Mandalorian, High School Musical: The Musical: The
Series, and many more during this star-studded presentation.
The Walt Disney Studios will present a behind-the-scenes
look at its blockbuster collection of upcoming films on Saturday,
August 24, at 10 a.m. Fans will see what’s on the drawing board for
the acclaimed filmmakers at Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar
Animation Studios and get a peek at the exciting slate of
live-action projects, from Disney to Marvel Studios to Star Wars.
As always, attendees will be treated to exclusive footage, special
guest appearances, and more!
On Sunday, August 25, at 10:30 a.m., step into the magical world
of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products with Chairman Bob
Chapek to find out what’s new and what’s next for resorts around
the globe, including more about the transformational plans for
Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.
Single-day tickets for Friday and Sunday of D23 Expo 2019 are
available for $89 for one-day adult admission and $69 for children
3–9. Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club can purchase
tickets for $77 for a one-day adult admission and $59 for children
3–9. Single-day Saturday tickets and three-day passes are sold out.
For more information on tickets and D23 Expo 2019, visit
D23Expo.com.
About D23 Expo 2019
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 provides fans with unprecedented
access to Disney films, television, games, theme parks, and
celebrities. For the latest D23 Expo 2019 news, visit D23expo.com.
Presentations, talent, and schedule subject to change. To join the
D23 Expo conversation, be sure to follow DisneyD23 on Twitter,
Facebook, 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 members a greater
connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the
middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney
twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com with members-only content;
member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23 Members
throughout the year.
Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($99.99), Gold Family
Membership ($129.99), and General Membership (complimentary) levels
at D23.com. To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events,
follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
NOT FOR PRINT: For images, press releases, and the
official media credential application, please visit
D23ExpoPress.com.
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