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November 8

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November 8, 1997 – Citricos Restaurant Opens in Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

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“Enjoy American cuisine infused with Mediterranean flavors, plus an award-winning, international wine list.”

On November 8, 1997, the Citricos restaurant opened in Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. It replaced the restaurant Flagler’s, which had been in the resort since 1988. Citricos’s featured cuisine is somewhat similar to its predecessor, featuring a blend of Florida and Mediterranean cooking, including a charcuterie plate, oak-grilled filet of beef, and a tropical fruit crème brûlée. The restaurant also features an award-winning wine list, and an exclusive Chef’s Domain area where guests are treated to a special multi-course dinner while talking with the chef and the sommeliers. A dress code is required when dining at Citricos.

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November 5

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November 5, 2006 – Previews Begin for Finding Nemo – The Musical

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“Hey Dad, hey Dad, wouldn’t it be cool if I maybe met a shark when I’m at school?”

On November 5, 2006, previews of the Disney Park musical Finding Nemo began, with the show officially opening in January, 2007. Based on Pixar’s hit animated feature film of the same, the musical features the songwriting talents of Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (who would later go on to fame for Frozen), and a look reminiscent of the Broadway musical The Lion King, including the use of bunraku and shadow puppetry. The 40-minute show is located in Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Park in the DinoLand USA area. This also marks the first time Disney has created an original musical of a non-musical film in their library.

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October 19

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October 19, 1989 – The Thrill Attraction Body Wars Opens in Epcot’s Future World

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“A high speed thrill ride into the heart of adventure!”

On October 19, 1989, the thrill ride attraction Body Wars opened in the Wonders of Life Pavilion, then located in the Future World section of the Epcot park. Guests board a shuttle, and in an attempt to rescue Dr. Cynthia Lair from inside a human body, they will be “shrunk” and sent inside on an adventure through several systems in the body, including the cardiovascular and the respiratory systems. Tstarred Tim Matheson as Captain Braddock, Dakin Matthews as Mission Commander, and Elisabeth Shue as Dr. Cynthia Lair. The attraction used the same simulation technology was used on Star Tours. The ride, along with many other attractions in the Wonders of Life Pavilion, was closed on January 1, 2007.

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October 14

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October 14, 2008 – The Downtown Disney Restaurant T-Rex Opens in Walt Disney World

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“A prehistoric family adventure.”

On October 14, 2008, the prehistoric-themed restaurant T-Rex opened in Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney Marketplace. The restaurant, designed by the same company that created Rainforest Cafe, features several prehistoric creatures, including a 15-foot-tall Tyrannosaurus Rex, in several themed rooms. A hands-on area called the Paleo Zone is available for kids to dig up fossils and discover various treasures. The restaurant features standard American fare, including Jurassic Chicken Tidbits and Fossil Fish-N-Chips.

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October 11

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October 11, 1955 –The First Ticket Books are Offered at Disneyland

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“This ticket book is your passport to many wonderful adventures in the Happiest Place on Earth.”

On October 11, 1955, the first ticket books were offered at Disneyland. The books had a set of tickets labeled from A to C, and cost $2.50. D tickets were added to the book in 1956, and E tickets – for the most popular rides in the park – were added in 1959. A tickets were for the least popular rides, and the popularity rating for each attraction went up with the ticket. The tickets were phased out in the late 1970s, due to other theme parks implementing a “unlimited use” policy of attractions after paying the initial admission fee. Although not in use today, the term “E Ticket” is still used by cast members and guest alike to describe the most popular attractions in the park. Tokyo Disneyland also used a version of the ticket books until 2001, until they too were phased out.

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October 8

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October 8, 2003 – The Dedication Ceremony for the 3-D Film Attraction Mickey’s Philharmagic is Held

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“…things get out of control fast and Donald is unexpectedly plunged into a 3D dream world of classic Disney animated musical sequences.

On October 8, 2003, the opening ceremony was held for the 3-D film attraction Mickey’s Philharmagic. Although the attraction had been open since September 30, 2003, the dedication ceremony made it officially open to the public. It was the fourth show to be housed in its current location, with its history tracing back to the Mickey Mouse Revue from October 1971 to September 1980. The film is a prime example of Disney’s “4-D” film experience, where guests not only experience a traditional 3-D film, but a fourth dimension is added in terms of added effects of wind, bubbles, and scents.

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October 7

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October 7, 1998 – The Tomorrowland Attraction Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Opens in Walt Disney World

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“Do you have what it takes to stop Zurg and his army before it’s too late? The fate of the universe is in your hands.”

On October 7, 1998, the Tomorrowland attraction Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin opened in Walt Disney World. In this shooting-gallery game, guests sit in Omnimover powered XP-37 star cruisers and use laser guns to disable Emperor Zurg’s evil plot by shooting Z targets. A joystick in the cruiser lets guests to spin 360 degrees, allowing them the chance to score maximum points. At the end of the ride, scores are tallied for the players in each star cruiser, and receive a rank ranging from Space Cadet to Galactic Hero. The attraction has been recreated in other Disney parks, as Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters in Disneyland and Tokyo Disneyland, and Buzz Lightyear Laser Blast in Disneyland Paris.

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September 16

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September 16, 1991 – The Live Show Muppets on Location: Days of Swine and Roses Begins in Disney-MGM Studios

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“We can watch it all develop, starring everybody and me!”

On September 16, 1991, the live show Muppets on Location: Days of Swine and Roses began its run in Walt Disney World’s Disney-MGM Studios. The show ran behind the area of the Muppet*Vision 3D attraction, and ran until January 23, 1994. Featuring a plot about the Muppets filming a movie, the characters included favorites Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo the Great, Bean Bunny, and the Electric Mayhem. The characters would interact with the audience during the show, signing autographs and helping amp up audience participation.

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September 7

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September 7, 1984 – The Morocco Pavilion Opens in Epcot’s World Showcase

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“Savory cuisine and sprightly belly dancing transport you to the heart of Morocco.”

On September 7, 1984, the Morocco Pavilion was added to Epcot’s World Showcase; it was the first country to be added since the showcase’s opening. It is also currently the only area to be sponsored by its home country, and includes an information center for the Moroccan National Tourist Office. Characters Aladdin and Jasmine are available to meet at certain times in the pavilion. The pavilion is home to Restaurant Marrakesh, which gives guests a taste of famous Moroccan delicacies such as roast lamb, couscous, and bastilla. Guests to the pavilion can also shop for clothing, jewelry, and rugs, as well as learn how to belly dance and how to make couscous.

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September 5

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September 5, 1974 – The Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue Begins in Fort Wilderness’ Pioneer Hall

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“Get ready to clap your hands, stomp your feet, sing along and have a good ol’ time at rustic Pioneer Hall in Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground.”

On September 5, 1974, the Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue began its performances in Pioneer Hall, located in the Fort Wilderness resort and campground of Walt Disney World. Guests sit down to a buffet of American barbeque favorites, including ribs and fried chicken, while they enjoy a two-hour-long Wild West themed show. The show is presented by performers the likes of Claire de Lune, Johnny Ringo, Dolly Drew, Six Bits Slocum, Flora Long, and Jim Handy. . Guests have three different seating options: the main floor, the back balcony, and the side balconies, and must pay in advance to get reservations. A version of the show opened in Tokyo Disneyland’s Diamond Horseshoe in 1983.

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