June 13, 1960 – Hayley Mills Appears as Pollyanna on the Cover of Life Magazine
“A pert and perfect Pollyanna.”
On June 13, 1960, actress and Disney Legend Hayley Mills was featured on the cover of Life Magazine as the titular film character Pollyanna. The film was a success with film critics since its release in May, with the article focusing on young Mills, who would go on to win the Academy Juvenile Award for the role.
June 12, 1999 – Tarzan Premieres at the El Capitan Theatre
“…Walt Disney Pictures’ exciting new animated feature Tarzan takes moviegoers on an imaginative fun-filled jungle excursion unlike any other.”
On June 12, 1999, Disney’s 37th animated feature Tarzan premiered at the El Capitan Theatre, one week before its general United States release. The theatre had just undergone some drastic renovations, including the new Wurlitzer organ. The presentation of the film included a 20-minute live show, as well as a performance by singer/songwriter Phil Collins. Celebrities at the event included Tony Goldwyn, Minnie Driver, and Brian Blessed.
June 11, 2010 – The Silly Symphony Swings Attraction Opens in Disney’s California Adventure
“You’re in for a whirlwind of fun as you swing above Paradise Bay to the dramatic score of ‘The William Tell Overture.'”
On June 11, 2010, the Silly Symphony Swings attraction opened in the Disney’s California Adventure Park. The attraction, known as a “wave swinger,” is themed after the Mickey Mouse short film The Band Concert, particularly the scene where the orchestra is tossed about by a whirlwind. The attraction replaced the Orange Stinger, another type of wave swinger attraction that had several problems during its operation.
June 10, 2012 – The Pixar Animated Feature Brave Premieres at the Seattle International Film Festival
” I am Merida, firstborn descendant of Clan Dunbroch.”
On June 10, 2012, the Pixar animated feature Brave made its debut at the Seattle International Film Festival, weeks before its general United States release. The film was listed as one of the five special presentations at the festival, along with Diaz, The Last Reef 3D, People Like Us, and Trishna.
June 9, 2005 – The Sherman Brothers are Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
“We are looking forward to another terrific and memorable evening where we spotlight the accomplishments of those who have provided us with the words and music that form the soundtrack of our lives.”
On June 9, 2005, the Sherman Brothers were added as the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The pair was recognized as “incredible children’s film composers” and “one of Disney’s most successful songwriting teams.” Fellow inductees included Steve Cropper, John Fogerty, Isaac Hayes, David Porter, and Bill Withers. The ceremony took place at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
June 8, 2004 – The Soundtrack for the Disney Channel Original Movie Zenon: Z3 is Released
“You’re out of this world, can’t get any better, we’re gonna last forever, keep your head up, don’t look down.”
On June 8, 2004 the soundtrack for the Disney Channel Original Movie Zenon: Z3 was released through Walt Disney Records. The album featured songs from the fictional artists in the film, including Proto Zoa and Cosmic Blush; it also includes a remix of the hit song from the first movie in the series “Supernova Girl.” The album peaked at number 24 on the top soundtracks Billboard chart.
June 7, 2012 – The Animated Series Tron: Uprising Premieres on Disney X D
“You’re more than just a mechanic, Beck. You surpassed your programming. You stood up for what you believed in, all on your own.”
On June 7, 2012, the animated series Tron: Uprising premiered on Disney X D. Based on the cult classic Tron franchise, the series takes place between the 1982 film Tron and the 2010 film Tron: Legacy. The series aired 19 episodes in its total run, and won two Annie Awards and a Primetime Emmy for its distinct artistic style. The series was developed by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz, and directed by Charlie Bean and Robert Valley. It starred Elijah Wood as Beck, Bruce Boxleitner as Tron, Mandy Moore as Mara, Nate Corddry as Zed, Emmanuelle Chriqui as Paige, Paul Reubens as Pavel, and Lance Henriksen as General Tesler.
The first episode, “The Renegade Pt. 1,” begins with a short overview of the state of the Grid, with a young mechanic named Beck fighting back against Clu in the name of Tron, who is thought to be dead. Tron comes out of hiding to train Beck to be the next Tron, and trains him extensively. Beck is seen training with Tron, although is scared when he comes across a giant chasm, and barely makes it across. Tron has to rescue him from falling, and lectures him on hesitating and having faith in himself. Beck has no faith in himself, however, and wonders if there will be any uprising. On his way back, he is stopped for being in violation of his curfew, and barely manages to sneak back inside, only to find himself part of a group captured and taken to The Games. One of the players blames the Renegade, not knowing that Beck is the Renegade among them. The players are taken to the coliseum, but Beck is certain that they will survive.
Later, at the club, Zed is moping because Mara is getting attention from other programs, but soon gets distracted by new girl Perl. Mara pulls Zed away for a dance, but Zed goes back to Perl when Mara calls him only a friend. Back at the games, Beck watches as his friend is deleted, but can’t afford to lose his focus. The round ends after General Tesler realizes that Beck and his teammate Cutler are too good. Although Beck has lost his confidence again, Cutler bolsters his morale, revealing he fought Clu in the ISO Wars. Cutler came to find the Renegade and fight alongside him. As the two are carried out to the games again, Beck and Cutler manage to break away from the group and make an escape. Meanwhile, Zed takes Perl back to Able’s garage, where she steals Able’s ENCOM 786 lightcycle. Back at the coliseum, Beck and Cutler are caught, and are taken to a lightcycle challenge where they are tethered together. The two make a good team and manage to win the challenge. As the two are taken from the games, but are taken once again to another fight, where they must fight each other to the death.
June 6, 1959 – The Submarine Voyage Attraction Opens in Disneyland
“Secure ship for sea, make all preparations for getting underway.”
On June 6, 1959, the Submarine Voyage opened in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland area. The attraction was part of a major expansion of the park, which also included the Matterhorn Bobsleds and the Monorail. Originally painted grey, the submarines seated 38 guests and took them through a tour of underwater curiosities, including mermaids and the city of Atlantis. The attraction was overhauled in 1980, with the submarines being painted yellow to reflect a focus on scientific research. The attraction closed in 1998, but was revamped and reopened as the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage in 2007.
June 5, 1972 – The Tomorrowland Attraction If You Had Wings Opens in Walt Disney World
“You can widen your world. Eastern: the wings of men.”
On June 5, 1972, the exhibit attraction If You Had Wings opened in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park. Located in Tomorrowland, the attraction was sponsored by Eastern Airlines. It used the Omnimover to escort guests through a series of exhibits featuring destinations where Eastern Airlines flights traveled. Locations included Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Bahamas. The attraction closed on June 1, 1987, after Eastern Airlines withdrew their sponsorship; the attraction was replaced by Delta Airline’s If You Could Fly.
June 4, 1938 – Walt Receives Honorary Degree from USC
“[for] bringing to youngsters the spirit of innocent childhood, and bringing to oldsters a bit of their second childhood.” – USC President Rufus B. von KleinSmid
On June 4, 1938, to honor Walt Disney’s many artistic achievements, especially after the release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, the University of Southern California presented him with an honorary master of science degree. This was the first of three honorary degrees Walt would receive, with the second and third coming from Harvard and Yale.
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