Month: February, 2010

A Conversation with Cheryl Stockwell

by David Yeh on February 25, 2010

Disneyland has become synonymous with merchandise over the years and for projects that we are especially fond of, it’s especially interesting to see what the fun things that are sold in conjunction with a new attraction, or in this case, the return of a classic.  We speak with Cheryl Stockwell of the Disneyland Resort to find out what it took to get the merchandise to the stores and whether or not we can expect a home video release anytime soon. Read it Here!

D23 Brings You Closer to Tony Baxter

by David Yeh on February 25, 2010

Meeting the folks behind your favorite attraction or film is always a special treat and with D23, the official community for Disney fans, you’ll have two great opportunities to talk or meet with Tony Baxter, the renowned Imagineer behind favorites such as Captain EO, Star Tours, and The Indiana Jones Adventure.

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A Conversation with Rick Rothschild

by David Yeh on February 25, 2010

Rick Rothschild has overseen the creative development and installation of multiple attractions in all of the Disney Theme Parks world wide for over 30 years.  More recently, he serves as the In-Theater Effects Director for “Captain EO”.  Rick speaks with EndorExpress about the changes that have been made and also what stayed the same. Read it Here!

Tony Baxter Interview!

by David Yeh on February 24, 2010

Tony Baxter, a key Imagineer of the new generation spares a moment with EndorExpress to talk about Captain EO, 3D, and drops a few hints of what’s to come with Star Tours II! Read it here!

Captain EO Tribute Coverage

by David Yeh on February 23, 2010

We are working hard to post photo’s and interviews from today’s opening of Captain EO Tribute at Disneyland. Keep checking back…

UPDATE: David’s interview with Tony Baxter now posted.

UPDATE: David’s interview with Rick Rothschild

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Captain EO Merchandise

by David Yeh on February 23, 2010

Disney enthusiasts will be excited to find special Captain EO inspired merchandise created in celebration of the re-opening of the attraction.  Merchandise will include, ladies and men’s tees, fleece, military and beanie style hats, posters and souvenir items.

UPDATE: Pics added from Disneyland 2-23-2010

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Captain EO Returns 2-23-10

by Brian Curran on February 19, 2010

It is official. Captain EO featuring Michael Jackson will return to Disneyland in California on Tuesday February 23 2010. For more details read the Official Disney Parks Blog.

Boarding Party Details

by Brian Curran on February 13, 2010

“In celebration of the original Star Tours attraction, Disney & Hasbro
will release the Star Tours Boarding Party action figure set….”

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Exclusive Holo Emperor Stitch

by Brian Curran on February 13, 2010

“In honor of the 30th anniversary of Empire Strikes Back, we will
release an exclusive, limited edition Holographic Stitch Emperor action
figure….”

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New Set Confirmed!!!

by Brian Curran on February 13, 2010

Our friends from Yakface.com just posted this image from Hasbro’s Toy Fair presentation!

“Star Tours Boarding Set”

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