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June 2

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June 2, 2011 – A Special Ceremony is Held to Celebrate the Opening of The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure

“…because at our heart, great storytelling is what we are all about.” – Chairman of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Tom Staggs

On June 2, 2011, a special ceremony was held in Disney’s California Adventure park to celebrate the opening of the newest attraction The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. On hand to kick off the celebrations was the voice of Ariel, Jodi Benson, who performed the song “Part of Your World,” along with The Little Mermaid musical performer Sherie Rene Scott, who performed “Poor Unfortunate Souls.” The attraction was opened to the public the following day.

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May 27

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May 27, 2016 – The Live Show Frozen – Live at the Hyperion Opens in Disney’s California Adventure

“Delight in the magic of Frozen like never before in an all-new, larger-than-life stage production.”

On May 27, 2016, the live musical show Frozen – Live at the Hyperion premiered at the Hyperion Theater in Disney’s California Adventure Park. The show, based on the animated feature film Frozen, follows the legacy of other animated films becoming live stage shows, such as the show Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular. The hour-long show features the musical numbers from the film, complete with intricate costumes and sets, including puppetry for characters Olaf and Sven akin to the puppetry used in the Broadway production of The Lion King. The show was directed by Liesl Tommy.

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February 25

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February 25, 2012 – A Time Capsule is Buried in Disney California Adventure Park

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“It came from their hearts, all the pieces that are in here, and we’re really excited to be putting this in the ground right now to be opened in 25 years.” – Lisa Girolami, Senior Show Producer, Walt Disney Imagineering

On February 25, 2012, Walt Disney Imagineers and Disney cast members buried a special time capsule on Buena Vista Street in Disney’s California Adventure Park. The capsule, which is to be opened in 2037, featured several interesting items, including PhotoPass Cards, a Blackberry, and a Duffy bear. A special plaque was placed over the spot where the capsule was buried.

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December 14

Posted on December 14, 2016 by disneydetail

December 14, 2001 – The Wine Country Trattoria Restaurant Opens in Disney’s California Adventure

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“Experience the Napa Valley’s passion for wine and fresh seasonal fare in an idyllic Mediterranean garden setting.”

On December 14, 2001, the fine-dining restaurant Wine Country Trattoria opened in the Golden Vine Winery area of Disney’s California Adventure. Replacing the Wine Country Market, the restaurant serves healthy Mediterranean cuisine, with each dish listed with an ideal wine pairing from a variety of 25 different wines. The restaurant also has a special World of Color Dining Package, where guests can have dinner and a reserved spot to view the World of Color evening show. Menu items include Aged Cheddar Risotto Bites, Broccolini Aglio Olio, and Wine Country Tiramisu.

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October 17

Posted on October 17, 2016 by disneydetail

October 17, 2007 – Disney Announces Overhaul of Disney’s California Adventure Park

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“They’re trying to give it some heart…right now, you go through California Adventure once, and that’s about it.”

On October 17, 2007, The Walt Disney Company announced plans to overhaul its California Adventure Park in Anaheim, California. The park, barely six years old at the time of the announcement, was considered a disappointment from financial and anticipation standpoints, with crowd numbers well below expected. Attempts had already been added to make the park more of a draw, including the addition of the popular Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, but the park still faced a host of criticisms. The overhaul, which would include elements of classic Hollywood, as well as a section dedicated to popular Pixar characters, was estimated to cost 1.1 billion, almost the same amount as it cost to build the park in the first place.

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July 1

Posted on July 1, 2016 by disneydetail

July 1, 2011 – The Goofy’s Sky School Attraction Opens in Disney’s California Adventure Park

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“The wild blue yonder gets a little wilder when you learn to fly the Goofy way.”

On July 1, 2011, as part of the major refurbishment effort of Disney’s California Adventure Park, the Goofy’s Sky School attraction opened in the Paradise Pier area. The attraction was originally opened in 2001 as a ride called Mulholland Madness, but had to be shut down often due to accidents. The current steel roller coaster attraction was based on the 1940 short film Goofy’s Glider, and features Goofy on billboards throughout the ride instructing guests how to fly a plane.

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June 11

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June 11, 2010 – The Silly Symphony Swings Attraction Opens in Disney’s California Adventure

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“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.

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May 5

Posted on May 5, 2016 by disneydetail

May 5, 2004 – The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Attraction Opens in Disney’s California Adventure

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“Hold on tight for a thrilling journey into another realm of sight and sound you’re sure to never forget.”

On May 5, 2004, the thrill attraction The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror opened in Disney California Adventure Park (DCA). Based on the hit attraction that opened in Disney-MGM Studios in 1994, the DCA version is 183 feet tall, making it one of the tallest buildings in the city of Anaheim. The attraction differs from the Walt Disney World attraction significantly in terms of technology, particularly in the setup of three separate shafts for the ride, which results in fewer breakdowns; this advancement in the ride system was then replicated in the original Florida attraction, and added to the Tokyo DisneySea’s version, Tokyo DisneySea’s Hotel Hightower. The backstory of the attraction, however, is still the same as the Florida attraction, where five unlucky souls got lost in another dimension when lightning struck the Hollywood Tower Hotel on Halloween night, 1939.

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February 17

Posted on February 17, 2016 by disneydetail

February 17, 2012 – The Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline Show Begins

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“Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline opens for business today at Disney California Adventure park.”

On February 17, 2012, the new show Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline began in Disney’s California Adventure park in Condor Flats. The show uses song from the ’40s, ’50s, and ’60s to create a retro-style show that can be enjoyed by old and young guests alike, featuring standards such as “Come Fly With Me,” “Straighten Up and Fly Right,” and “Lady of Spain.” There is also a second medley of songs featuring Disney songs that featuring flying, including “Let’s Go Fly a Kite” from Mary Poppins. The show also features a special talking and singing Minnie Mouse, appearing for the first time in Disneyland’s history. The show ended its run on October 20, 2013.

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December 20

Posted on December 21, 2015 by disneydetail

December 20, 2002 – The Restaurant Ariel’s Grotto Opens in Disneyland’s Paradise Pier

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“Delight in a daytime banquet alongside some of your favorite Disney Princesses or enjoy the Grotto as part of a special dining package.”

On December 20, 2002, the restaurant Ariel’s Grotto opened in Disneyland’s Paradise Pier area of California Adventure. The restaurant is a buffet style dining experience, where guests can meet the Disney Princesses during the lunch dining period. It is one of the few restaurants that offers a World of Color dining package during dinner, where guests that participate are given priority seating to the World of Color nighttime show.

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