The Disneyland Resort provides Guests with an unparalleled family friendly experience. How are we able to consistently create these fantastic experiences for our Guests every day? In 1962, Van Arsdale France started what is now known as the Disney University and played a major role in creating the Four Keys of the Disneyland Resort Show. These keys are taught as the basics of Guest Service to each Cast Member who joins the Resort.
Safety... Creating an environment where Guests feel safe bringing their families to the park, and Cast Members feel safe coming to work.
Courtesy...Treating each Guest as a VIP and continuing our legacy of quality and friendly service you cannot find anywhere else.
Show...Staying in character, incorporating your area's theme while On Stage and keeping your area clean and "Show ready" to make our Guests a part of the stories they cherish.
Efficiency... Assisting our Guests in experiencing as much of the Resort as possible and being respectful of their time.
DR LEE
Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Movie Release Summer 1981
The Fox and the Hound
A new animated feature to be release this summer, "The Fox and the Hound," promises to possess all the universal and timeless qualities that have become the hallmarks of Walt Disney animation.
In tradition of past Disney animated favorities, the story becomes heartrending in places while retaining humorous sequences in others. The vocal talents of many well known personalities join the Disney family of cartoon characters, including those of Micky Rooney, Jeanette Nolan, Pearl Bailey, Pat Buttram, Sandy Duncan, Kurt Russell and Jack Albertson.
An orphaned fox (Tod) and a hound pup(Copper) grow up as friends only to learn that they are supposed to act as natural enemies. Copper's owner, a cantankerous hunter named Amos Slade (Jack Albertson),and his older dog Chief soon teach Copper skills of a professional hunting dog, and Tod learns the hard way that he should not rely upon their former friendship for protection.
For his safety, Tod (Mickey Rooney) is taken to a game preserve by his adopted owner, the Widow Tweed (Jeanette Nolan). There he loses his heart to a foxy lady named Vixey (Sandy Duncan). To continue with this story of Tod's and Vixey's escape from the hunters and Tod's heroic ventures to save both Copper and his master,would spoil the suspense of future moviegoers looking forward to Disney's 20th animated feature.
Production on "Fox and the Hound" began in the spring of 1977. At the cost of 12 million, this latest animated adventure is the most expensive film of its kind. Its release comes at a time when the medium of animation, which remains a hand-drawn art form, is gaining a worldwide increase in popularity and a new following from almost every age group.
In color by Technicolor, this classic tale is from a story by Daniel Mannix, co-produced by Wolfgang Reitherman and Art Stevens, directed by Stevens, Ted Berman and Rick Rich under the executive producership of Ron Miller. It will be released by Buena Vista.
DR LEE
A new animated feature to be release this summer, "The Fox and the Hound," promises to possess all the universal and timeless qualities that have become the hallmarks of Walt Disney animation.
In tradition of past Disney animated favorities, the story becomes heartrending in places while retaining humorous sequences in others. The vocal talents of many well known personalities join the Disney family of cartoon characters, including those of Micky Rooney, Jeanette Nolan, Pearl Bailey, Pat Buttram, Sandy Duncan, Kurt Russell and Jack Albertson.
An orphaned fox (Tod) and a hound pup(Copper) grow up as friends only to learn that they are supposed to act as natural enemies. Copper's owner, a cantankerous hunter named Amos Slade (Jack Albertson),and his older dog Chief soon teach Copper skills of a professional hunting dog, and Tod learns the hard way that he should not rely upon their former friendship for protection.
For his safety, Tod (Mickey Rooney) is taken to a game preserve by his adopted owner, the Widow Tweed (Jeanette Nolan). There he loses his heart to a foxy lady named Vixey (Sandy Duncan). To continue with this story of Tod's and Vixey's escape from the hunters and Tod's heroic ventures to save both Copper and his master,would spoil the suspense of future moviegoers looking forward to Disney's 20th animated feature.
Production on "Fox and the Hound" began in the spring of 1977. At the cost of 12 million, this latest animated adventure is the most expensive film of its kind. Its release comes at a time when the medium of animation, which remains a hand-drawn art form, is gaining a worldwide increase in popularity and a new following from almost every age group.
In color by Technicolor, this classic tale is from a story by Daniel Mannix, co-produced by Wolfgang Reitherman and Art Stevens, directed by Stevens, Ted Berman and Rick Rich under the executive producership of Ron Miller. It will be released by Buena Vista.
DR LEE
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
New Technology for Guests
In November, a brand new mobile application will be offered to Verizon Wireless subscribers at the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Disney Parks-Verizon Mobile Magic is a phone application that boasts GPS technology to deliver valuable information to Guests within our domestic theme parks and resorts.
With the application, Guests can look up attraction wait times, Disney's FASTPASS Service return times and find their favorite characters. The application can make suggestions for Guests based on their exact location within a park. Guests can also access GPS-enabled theme park maps that pinpoint their location.
With more than 90 percent of families bringing cell phones to Disney Resorts, Disney's objective will be to enhance the magical experience through innovative wireless technology.
Guests who are not Verizon Wireless subscribers can still get in on the fun. A newly developed mobile Web site will allow any Guest with browsing-enabled cell phone to access useful information such as park hours, entertainment schedules and dining information.
The Mobile Magic application will be available for download in November.
DR LEE
With the application, Guests can look up attraction wait times, Disney's FASTPASS Service return times and find their favorite characters. The application can make suggestions for Guests based on their exact location within a park. Guests can also access GPS-enabled theme park maps that pinpoint their location.
With more than 90 percent of families bringing cell phones to Disney Resorts, Disney's objective will be to enhance the magical experience through innovative wireless technology.
Guests who are not Verizon Wireless subscribers can still get in on the fun. A newly developed mobile Web site will allow any Guest with browsing-enabled cell phone to access useful information such as park hours, entertainment schedules and dining information.
The Mobile Magic application will be available for download in November.
DR LEE
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Draining Paradise Bay
When Paradise Bay was drained last year,the Disneyland Resort turned the intricate process into an environmentally friendly project that bolstered Orange County's water reserves. The water from Paradise Bay was drained at Disney California Adventure Park in order to prepare for World of Color, the nighttime spectacular debuting in spring 2010.
The big issue facing the Resort:
How to drain and refill the lagoon while maintaining a respect for the environment and being sensitive to the community's needs. In partnership with the Orange County Water District, a process was developed to send the water through a new, state-of-the-art Ground Water Replenishment System instead of releasing it through storm drains to the ocean.
The water went through an extensive purification process before it was stored in Orange County's water basin which added to the county's overall water supply. When Paradise Bay is refilled, it will be with clean water from the aquifer.
The entire process took additional time and resources, but the work was worth it: caring about the environment and the community at large started with Walt Disney and his legacy that continues today.
Our efforts to responsibly drain and refill Paradise Bay were recently recognized by California Governor Aronld Schwarzenegger who presented Disneyland Resort with California's highest environmental honor, the 2010 Governor's Environmental and Economic Leadership Award.
DR LEE
The big issue facing the Resort:
How to drain and refill the lagoon while maintaining a respect for the environment and being sensitive to the community's needs. In partnership with the Orange County Water District, a process was developed to send the water through a new, state-of-the-art Ground Water Replenishment System instead of releasing it through storm drains to the ocean.
The water went through an extensive purification process before it was stored in Orange County's water basin which added to the county's overall water supply. When Paradise Bay is refilled, it will be with clean water from the aquifer.
The entire process took additional time and resources, but the work was worth it: caring about the environment and the community at large started with Walt Disney and his legacy that continues today.
Our efforts to responsibly drain and refill Paradise Bay were recently recognized by California Governor Aronld Schwarzenegger who presented Disneyland Resort with California's highest environmental honor, the 2010 Governor's Environmental and Economic Leadership Award.
DR LEE
Monday, October 26, 2009
Houdini's Magic Shop
Houdini's Magic Shop has been selected as the new operator of the Main Street Magic Shop. The store, which will remain named Main Street Magic Shop, closed on Oct. 4, for approximately one month, while Houdini refreshes the interior and stocks new merchandise. Houdini's will futher enhance the guest experience by offering an expanded assortment of quality products as well as certified magicians to perform demonstrations.
DR LEE
DR LEE
Friday, October 23, 2009
Disneyland Summer 1982
Seldom Praised Works of Art...
At Disneyland and at Walt Disney World, as in any other organized establishment, how could you hope to find your way around without the visual aids of signs and directions?
This means of communication, in its early form nothing more than a simple printed signpost, has become an art in its own right, with the use of delicate to bold lettering and graphics.
At Disneyland, 14 dedicated artists in the Sign and Pictorial Shop make sure that identifying signs within the Park are easy to read, pleasant to the eye and themed to the area and time which they represent. Their talents go beyond the painting of signs, since they are also responsible for the fresh and realistic appearances of Disney character heads, animated figures, posters and stage backdrops. Although designs and art work may originate in the Walt Disney Studio or from WED Enterprises(the "Imagineering" Division of Walt Disney Productions), it's up to the craftsman and women of the Sign Shop to mix the authentic colors and apply their handiwork by brush or airbrush to any project where touching up is needed.
But it is to the colorful signs throughout the Park that the Sign Shop artists point with the most pride. Just look at them! The Disneyland City Hall, American Egg House, Candy Place, Camera Shop, Antiques, Pirates of the Caribbean, the good ship Columbia, Jungle Cruise, Space Mountain, and many more. Every lettered board, window sign or other display used to identify is a beautiful example of their demanding albeit satisfying art.
Where would we go- wandering aimlessly, searching, forever searching- without them?
DR LEE
At Disneyland and at Walt Disney World, as in any other organized establishment, how could you hope to find your way around without the visual aids of signs and directions?
This means of communication, in its early form nothing more than a simple printed signpost, has become an art in its own right, with the use of delicate to bold lettering and graphics.
At Disneyland, 14 dedicated artists in the Sign and Pictorial Shop make sure that identifying signs within the Park are easy to read, pleasant to the eye and themed to the area and time which they represent. Their talents go beyond the painting of signs, since they are also responsible for the fresh and realistic appearances of Disney character heads, animated figures, posters and stage backdrops. Although designs and art work may originate in the Walt Disney Studio or from WED Enterprises(the "Imagineering" Division of Walt Disney Productions), it's up to the craftsman and women of the Sign Shop to mix the authentic colors and apply their handiwork by brush or airbrush to any project where touching up is needed.
But it is to the colorful signs throughout the Park that the Sign Shop artists point with the most pride. Just look at them! The Disneyland City Hall, American Egg House, Candy Place, Camera Shop, Antiques, Pirates of the Caribbean, the good ship Columbia, Jungle Cruise, Space Mountain, and many more. Every lettered board, window sign or other display used to identify is a beautiful example of their demanding albeit satisfying art.
Where would we go- wandering aimlessly, searching, forever searching- without them?
DR LEE
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Hallween Time at Disneyland
Wicked fun for everyone!!!
The spirits of the season are everywhere-on land,in the sky, and even out in deepest space- during Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort.
A...Space Mountain, Ghost Galaxy, Disneyland- Blast off on a journey through the creepiest corners of the cosmos!
B...Halloween Screams, Disneyland- Thrill to a bewitching fireworks spectacular, courtesy of the Disney villains!
C...Haunted Mansion Holiday, Disneyland- See what happens when Halloween and Christmas collide!
D...The Twlight Zone, Tower of Terror, Disney's California Adventure Park- Drop in-if you dare- and enter a new dimension of terror!
DR LEE
The spirits of the season are everywhere-on land,in the sky, and even out in deepest space- during Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort.
A...Space Mountain, Ghost Galaxy, Disneyland- Blast off on a journey through the creepiest corners of the cosmos!
B...Halloween Screams, Disneyland- Thrill to a bewitching fireworks spectacular, courtesy of the Disney villains!
C...Haunted Mansion Holiday, Disneyland- See what happens when Halloween and Christmas collide!
D...The Twlight Zone, Tower of Terror, Disney's California Adventure Park- Drop in-if you dare- and enter a new dimension of terror!
DR LEE
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Dr. Lee Wisdom
Two items of interest....
1... You won't hurt your eyes by looking at the bright side...
and...
2...When I was born I was so surprised I didn't talk for a year and a half.
DR LEE
1... You won't hurt your eyes by looking at the bright side...
and...
2...When I was born I was so surprised I didn't talk for a year and a half.
DR LEE
Friday, October 16, 2009
Good Clean Fun
Regular hand washing helps prevent the spread of influenza...
In the 1937 Disney classic, Snow white and the Seven Dwarfs, Doc leads his fellow dwarfs in a song as they wash for supper titled, "Bluddle-Uddle-Um-Dum (the washing song)."
While humorous, the song offers a valuable and timely reminder to help each of us stay healthy and prevent the spread of the flu.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to help prevent the spread of the flu, hand washing is very important.
Regular hand washing for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, or with alcohol-based hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available, are both effective ways to prevent the spread of the flu.
DR LEE
P.S. Wash your hands........
In the 1937 Disney classic, Snow white and the Seven Dwarfs, Doc leads his fellow dwarfs in a song as they wash for supper titled, "Bluddle-Uddle-Um-Dum (the washing song)."
While humorous, the song offers a valuable and timely reminder to help each of us stay healthy and prevent the spread of the flu.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to help prevent the spread of the flu, hand washing is very important.
Regular hand washing for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, or with alcohol-based hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available, are both effective ways to prevent the spread of the flu.
DR LEE
P.S. Wash your hands........
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Star Tours Re-Imagined
On Sept. 12, Walt Disney Parks and Resort Chairman Jay Rasulo announced an exicting line up of new attractions and offerings for Disney parks around the globe, before sharing "out of this world " news. Along with Darth Vader and a platoon of Stormtroopers, Jay announced that a re-imagined 3-D Star Tours would open in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park and at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World in 2011.
During the presentation, Jay shared with attendees a video clip depicting what Star Tours II will look like when it opens.
In designing the attraction, Disney Imagineers teamed up with Star Wars creator George Lucas to deliver the innovative new experience. The attraction will feature all new visual and special effects in addition to a new storyline.
"We're creating new experiences that are highly interactive and more personalized," Jay said. "We're going to do things with Star Wars that have never been done before in theme park attractions, and our Imagineers are racing towards a reopening in 2011."
Dr. Lee
During the presentation, Jay shared with attendees a video clip depicting what Star Tours II will look like when it opens.
In designing the attraction, Disney Imagineers teamed up with Star Wars creator George Lucas to deliver the innovative new experience. The attraction will feature all new visual and special effects in addition to a new storyline.
"We're creating new experiences that are highly interactive and more personalized," Jay said. "We're going to do things with Star Wars that have never been done before in theme park attractions, and our Imagineers are racing towards a reopening in 2011."
Dr. Lee
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Alaska, Here We Come
Disney Wonder adds vogages to 2011 itineray...
During the D23 Expo on Sept.11, Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz announced that for the first time ever Disney Cruise Line will take Guests to Alaska. The seven-night Alaskan voyages aboard the Disney Wonder will begin in Vancouver,British Columbia, Canada. The ship will call on Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway, where Guests can explore Alaska's natural beauty and sample its culture and fronties history.
Before and after the 2011 summer season in Alaska, the Disney Wonder will sail seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises from Port of Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta.
In response to Guest demand, the Disney Magic will once again return to the Mediterranean in 2011 with 10-and 11-night vogages, sailing out of Barcelona. In addition to popular ports in Italy, France and Spain, the Disney Magic will visit Tunis in northern Africa and the island nation of Malta.
"We're excited to offer this inredible choice of itineraries for 2011, with cruise vacation options for every family - whether outdoor adventure in Alaska, the beauty and culture of Europe, folklore and pageantry of Mexico or tropical fun in the Caribbean," Karl said. "The unique advantage of Disney Cruise Line is that we offer a customized ship experience that brings families together, while still catering to the personalized vacation needs of every Guest who sails with us."
DR LEE
P.S.Disney Cruise's are the "most"....I have cruised on the Disney Magic to the Eastern Caribbean (April-May 2 2008,seven nights) even as a "Guest," I was truly speechless at all that Disney does for every """"Guest""""......WOW
During the D23 Expo on Sept.11, Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz announced that for the first time ever Disney Cruise Line will take Guests to Alaska. The seven-night Alaskan voyages aboard the Disney Wonder will begin in Vancouver,British Columbia, Canada. The ship will call on Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway, where Guests can explore Alaska's natural beauty and sample its culture and fronties history.
Before and after the 2011 summer season in Alaska, the Disney Wonder will sail seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises from Port of Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta.
In response to Guest demand, the Disney Magic will once again return to the Mediterranean in 2011 with 10-and 11-night vogages, sailing out of Barcelona. In addition to popular ports in Italy, France and Spain, the Disney Magic will visit Tunis in northern Africa and the island nation of Malta.
"We're excited to offer this inredible choice of itineraries for 2011, with cruise vacation options for every family - whether outdoor adventure in Alaska, the beauty and culture of Europe, folklore and pageantry of Mexico or tropical fun in the Caribbean," Karl said. "The unique advantage of Disney Cruise Line is that we offer a customized ship experience that brings families together, while still catering to the personalized vacation needs of every Guest who sails with us."
DR LEE
P.S.Disney Cruise's are the "most"....I have cruised on the Disney Magic to the Eastern Caribbean (April-May 2 2008,seven nights) even as a "Guest," I was truly speechless at all that Disney does for every """"Guest""""......WOW
Disneyland Photos
To everyone who enjoys this "blog", take time now to view photo's below. With the holidays now upon us,gather family and friends and return to Disneyland and have fun.
DR LEE
DR LEE
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Monday, October 12, 2009
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Season's "Greetings"
Many infamous ghosts have played a part in Disney films,such as Davy Jones from the recent Pirates of the Caribbean films to the mischievous ghosts in the 1937 short, Lonesome Ghosts. Capturing the fantastic essence of the classic Dickens tale and opening in theatres in Disney Digital 3D this fall, Disney's "A Christmas Carol,"stars Jim Carey as the miserly Edenezer Scrooge in a multi-sensory film re-envisioned by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis.
DR LEE
DR LEE
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
A Haunting We Will Go:
"Disney's Happiest Haunts" Tour coming in September!
Starting September 25 (and continuing through November 1), you can experience a night of chilling, thrilling tales and eerie attractions as you embark on the new "Disney's Happiest Haunts" tour at the Disneyland Resort.
The price is $64.00 per person, and Deluxe and Premium Annual Passholders receive a 20% discount.
Make reservations early by phone at (714) 781-4400 or in person at the Tour Gardens Kiosk in Disneyland Park.
DR LEE
Starting September 25 (and continuing through November 1), you can experience a night of chilling, thrilling tales and eerie attractions as you embark on the new "Disney's Happiest Haunts" tour at the Disneyland Resort.
The price is $64.00 per person, and Deluxe and Premium Annual Passholders receive a 20% discount.
Make reservations early by phone at (714) 781-4400 or in person at the Tour Gardens Kiosk in Disneyland Park.
DR LEE
Monday, October 5, 2009
Which Disney Villain Are You
Monitor, monitor on the wall, who's the scariest of them all? YOU!!!
Early in September, discover your inner Cruella...or Ursula...or Jafar...or Captain Hook...or...well,you get the idea. To see what you'd look like as a virtual Disney villain,just crawl across the web to this fiendishly fun site: Disneyland.com/Halloween
Dr Lee
Early in September, discover your inner Cruella...or Ursula...or Jafar...or Captain Hook...or...well,you get the idea. To see what you'd look like as a virtual Disney villain,just crawl across the web to this fiendishly fun site: Disneyland.com/Halloween
Dr Lee
Thursday, October 1, 2009
OCT.9th and 10th 2009 MY DISNEYLAND TRIP
Hello to everyone who reads this! With Halloween and Christmas almost here,I shall travel to Disneyland to get some photo's and then post them here on this blog. So get some popcorn,the family, and gather around and enjoy. From me to you,"enjoy," and Happy Holidays..........
Dr Lee...........yeah
Dr Lee...........yeah
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