MIssion Tortilla Factory Tour - California Adventure - Anaheim, California shoeface25 2010-09-02 | Get a taste of California heritage as you watch fresh dough transformed into hot, tasty tortillas. A variety of storytelling techniques "round" out the experience: •Murals •Vignettes •A special behind-the-scenes walking tour •Special cooking and tasting demonstrations
Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar in California Adventure shoeface25 2011-09-04 | Get a rare preview of upcoming magic through the eyes of Walt Disney Imagineers at Disney California Adventure Park. Marvel at the creative process used to develop current ideas into future attractions. Imagineers have revealed an abundance of eye-opening materials in the Blue Sky Cellar where innovative concepts are cultivated that include: •Sketches, concept art, models and maquettes •Note cards describing plans for new attractions, shops, shows and restaurants •A video journal featuring the Imagineer's creative progress and displayed on a spectacular 103-inch plasma television. Also, answer a variety of trivia questions on one of four interactive video screens to learn more about Walt Disney's adventures in California and how they inspired shows and attractions at Disney California Adventure Park.
Cerreta Candy Factory during the Glendale Chocolate Festival in Arizona shoeface25 2011-09-03 | Cerreta chocolate factory during the Glendale chocolate festival in Arizona
Fantasmic at Disneyland Part 2 shoeface25 2011-08-30 | Mickey's active imagination sets the stage on the Rivers of America for Fantasmic!, a musical extravaganza where the forces of good and evil battle in his dreams. Stunning effects erupt against the night sky as beloved Disney Characters join the reverie both in digital film projections on water and live performances. The Story Begins Mickey opens his imagination to the audience as he conducts a breathtaking water show on the Rivers of America. Follow Mickey's dream as he takes you through high-resolution digital film sequences from the film Fantasia as they are projected onto enormous screens of water! His conductor's wand guides the whimsical scenes as brilliant sprays of sparks burst overhead. Pink elephants, massive puppets, princesses and more magically appear on and around Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island. When the Evil Queen calls for her Magic Mirror, Mickey's dream takes a dark turn. The forces of evil come out of the shadows as she invokes some of Disney's most dastardly villains! Will Mickey triumph over this terrifying beast from the depths of his nightmare?
Fantasmic at Disneyland Part 1 shoeface25 2011-08-29 | Mickey's active imagination sets the stage on the Rivers of America for Fantasmic!, a musical extravaganza where the forces of good and evil battle in his dreams. Stunning effects erupt against the night sky as beloved Disney Characters join the reverie both in digital film projections on water and live performances. The Story Begins Mickey opens his imagination to the audience as he conducts a breathtaking water show on the Rivers of America. Follow Mickey's dream as he takes you through high-resolution digital film sequences from the film Fantasia as they are projected onto enormous screens of water! His conductor's wand guides the whimsical scenes as brilliant sprays of sparks burst overhead. Pink elephants, massive puppets, princesses and more magically appear on and around Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island. When the Evil Queen calls for her Magic Mirror, Mickey's dream takes a dark turn. The forces of evil come out of the shadows as she invokes some of Disney's most dastardly villains! Will Mickey triumph over this terrifying beast from the depths of his nightmare?
Remy flips over his new toy! shoeface25 2011-08-28 | Our cat Remy is enjoying his new Christmas gift.
Downtown Disney at Disneyland California shoeface25 2011-08-28 | Visit the Downtown Disney District, a lively promenade featuring unique shopping and dining, as well as exciting nighttime entertainment. Located just outside the Parks and adjacent to the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort, the Downtown Disney District offers something for everyone from early morning until late at night. Disney Fun for Southern California Get away for a few hours and spend some quality time in an immersive Disney environment, all without an admission fee. The Downtown Disney District features open-air cafes, lively entertainment, nightclubs and a movie theater. You'll feel transported to a uniquely Disney world where you can relax and spend some special time with the people you love. And if you live in Southern California, it's all right next door!
Verde Canyon Railroad Caboose at Clarkdale, Arizona shoeface25 2011-08-28 | Located just 25 miles from Sedona this soft-adventure attraction is the perfect addition to your Sedona vacation. Asphalt, concrete and tension drift away as you slip into an unspoiled world where serenity and stimulation miraculously coincide. Running from Clarkdale to Perkinsville, the Verde Canyon Railroad is a stress-free wilderness adventure...at 12 mph. As the gentle iron giants wind their way through one of Arizona's treasures, being onboard makes your senses come alive. You hear the wheels echo off the canyon walls, feel the gentle wind kiss your cheek, taste Arizona's special blend of fresh air, or spy a majestic Bald Eagle effortlessly floating on a breeze calling for its mate. But the sense most energized is that of adventure...railroad style. The train passes towering crimson pinnacles; near ancient Indian ruins; over fortified trestles; past a monocline fault and through a manmade 680-foot tunnel on a four hour rail journey from the old mining town of Clarkdale to the Perkinsville ghost ranch and back.
Live Animation Show at California Adventure shoeface25 2011-08-23 | Live Animation Show that they had at California Adventure.
Disneyland Monorail at Disneyland California shoeface25 2011-08-22 | Ride this high-speed, "green" transportation system that rockets along a single rail that circles Disneyland Park! Route As you are whisked around the Resort for a 13-minute ride, sit back and enjoy aerial views of Fantasyland and Tomorrowland in Disneyland Park and Condor Flats, Sunshine Plaza and Hollywood Pictures Backlot in Disney California Adventure Park. The route also parallels Harbor Boulevard and travels over the Disneyland Main Entrance and Entrance Plaza, taking you above and beyond the Park scenery. Boarding Points Board at the Tomorrowland station or the Downtown Disney District. It's the only Disneyland Park attraction that can be boarded outside of the Park. The Trains The fleet of trains comprises the Red, Blue and Orange Mark VII trains. Computer monitored, the trains are operated and controlled by onboard pilots. Running on a 600 volt DC at about 30 mph, the trains do not emit exhaust or pollutants. Thanks to an innovative painting technique, the surface of the trains shimmers with a visual electricity. The colors shift with a brush of light — from red to crimson, from blue to teal and from orange to a golden sunburst. It's not just a stroke of technological innovation. It's a work of art! The First in America The Disneyland Monorail was the first transportation system of its kind in America. It was based on a system built by the Alweg company and discovered by Walt Disney while traveling in Germany. It first appeared in Disneyland Park in 1959 with its "Googie" architecture, a space age look that was enormously popular during the 1950s. The Monorail celebrated its 50th anniversary on June 14, 2009!
Minnies House in Toontown at Disneyland California shoeface25 2011-08-14 | Minnie's House Pull open the heart-shaped gate, cross the pink picket fence and stroll into Minnie's house! This rosy home is full of sweet surprises like framed family photos over the candy-colored fireplace and a talking wishing well — with Minnie's voice wishing you all the best! Mouse Around Minnie has a paws-on policy in her house. Pull open the Cheesemore refrigerator and find every cheese known to "mouse-kind." Make a cake in the oven rise and fall with the turn of a knob. Hop on Minnie's sweetheart-shaped computer and read all her emails, or page through sophisticated magazines like Mademousele and Cosmousepolitan. In The Neighborhood Take time to stop by and visit all the Mickey's Toontown neighbors including Mickey's House and Donald's Boat.
Gadgets Go Coaster in Toontown at Disneyland California Complete Ride shoeface25 2011-08-13 | Gadget's Go Coaster -- Presented by Sparkle Tumble, twist and turn on this gentle rollercoaster ride created by Gadget Hackwrench, that inventive mouse from the television show, Chip n' Dale's Rescue Rangers! She has scavenged spare parts from her garage to make a ride that travels around Toon Lake in Mickey's Toontown. The Go Coaster Climb into one of the vibrant green "acorn pods" in a chain that makes the train and get ready to go go go! The acorn train briskly departs the workshop platform and takes you for a spin on a red tubular track. Reach speeds of up to 22 mph as you sail around Toon Lake for just under a minute. During this exhilarating trip, travel through a salvaged comb, a soup can and a spool of thread. Watch for the happy green frog sitting on a boulder who spits a stream of water arcing directly over your head! Gadget's Workshop While you wait for your acorn pod, check out the workshop of this ever-so-clever member of the Rescue Rangers team! A colorful collection of found objects makes up Gadget's amazing home where she designs all kinds of marvelous contraptions. Various workshop tools make up her marquee: •"G" is a wrench •"A" is a folding measuring ruler •"D" is a saw •"G" is a horseshoe magnet and nail •"E" is a multi-bladed pocket knife •"T" is a hammer •"S" is a coiled spring
Mickeys House in Toontown at Disneyland California shoeface25 2011-08-12 | Get ready to meet the most "famouse" star around — meet, greet and snap a photo with Mickey himself! Welcome to the home of a Disney legend. Explore this charming mouse house and find fantastic treasures like Mickey's baby shoes and photos of Mickey with his old pal Walt Disney. Mouse-y Memorabilia Delight in the silly design details that celebrate all things Mickey. Grab a giggle at the bookshelf where the famous books have Mouse friendly titles like "Mice Station Zebra" and, of course, the "Random Mouse Dictionary." Hollywood Living Behind the house might be the greatest treasure of all — Mickey's movie barn! Step inside, walk through the prop department and see costumes and props from some of his most famous cartoons. And, for the grand finale, you'll get to meet Mickey Mouse! Operational Times The hours for Mickey's Toontown vary and the land often closes before the rest of Disneyland Park, especially on nights when fireworks are presented. When you arrive at Disneyland Park, check the Entertainment Times Guide to learn the daily operational times for Mickey's House and Meet Mickey.
Mickeys Toontown at Disneyland California shoeface25 2011-08-11 | Just a quick viewing of some of the buildings and scenary around Mickey's Toontown in Disneyland in California
Video Games Live playing Still Alive shoeface25 2011-08-10 | Tommy Tallarico and Laura Intravia performing Still Alive @ Mesa Arts Center in Mesa Arizona April 2011
Video Games Live playing Chrono Cross & Chrono Trigger themes shoeface25 2011-08-10 | Video Games Live playing various theme songs from Chrono Cross & Chrono Trigger at Mesa Art Center in Mesa Arizona 2011
Video Games Live playing One Winged Angel from Final Fantasy shoeface25 2011-08-09 | Video Games Live playing the theme "One Winged Angel" from Final Fantasy 7 with Tommy Tallarico at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa Arizona April 2011
Video Games Live playing Street Fighter Themes shoeface25 2011-05-05 | Video Games Live playing various themes to Street Fighter
Video Games Live playing Sweet Emotion by Aerosmith with Guitar Hero shoeface25 2011-05-04 | Video Games Live inviting the winner of the pre-show guitar hero contest to come on stage and play Sweet Emotion on Guitar hero Aerosmith for prizes @ Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona 2011
Video Games Live Presents Worst Game Titles shoeface25 2011-05-01 | Video Games Live listing the Worst Game title in no particular order @ The Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona 2011
Video Games Live with Laura Intravia playing Super Mario Bros. themes shoeface25 2011-04-27 | Video Games Live with Laura Intravia playing Flute Super Mario Bros. music from different Mario Bros. games
Video Games Live playing Starcraft themes shoeface25 2011-04-26 | Video Games Live playing music to starcraft at Mesa Art Center in Mesa, Arizona 2011
Video Games Live playing Warcraft themes shoeface25 2011-04-21 | Video Games Live playing various parts to World of Warcraft at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa Arizona 2011
Video Games Live list of the Top 10 Worst Video Game Voice Acting shoeface25 2011-04-20 | Video Games Live top 10 list of video game voice acting at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona 2011
Video Games Live playing Metal Gear Solid themes shoeface25 2011-04-20 | Video Games Live playing Metal Gear Solid themes with Laura Intravia singing at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa Arizona, 2011
Video Games Live playing Castlevania themes shoeface25 2011-04-20 | Video Games Live playing various themes from different Castlevania games @ Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona - 2011
Video Games Live playing Halo themes shoeface25 2011-04-18 | Video Games Live playing various Halo music compositions at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona 2011 ----Check out Master Chief lose his body armor at the end....lol!
Video Games Live - Tron - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-14 | Video Games Live playing themes to Tron @ Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona- 2011
Video Games Live - Shadow of the Colossus - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-13 | Video Games Live playing at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona - 2011 Shadow of the Colossus
Video Games Live - Contra VS Duck Hunt - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-13 | Video Games Live VS The Final Chapter @ Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona 2011
Video Games Live - Laura Intravia as Flute Link - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-12 | Video Games Live @ Mesa Arts Center Mesa, Arizona 2011 Laura Intravia as Flute Link
Video Games Live - Afrika - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-12 | Video Games live performance at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona - 2011
Video Games Live - Human Space Invaders - Mesa Arizona, 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-11 | Video games live performance that included Space Invaders played in a completely different way.
Video Games Live - Donkey Kong VS Mortal Kombat and Space Invaders VS Super R-Type shoeface25 2011-04-10 | Video Games Live VS Part 2 @ Mesa Arts Center - Mesa Arizona April 7th, 2011
Video Games Live - God of War - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-10 | Video Games Live playing various God of War music at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona April 7th 2011
Video Games Live - Sonic VS Pac-Man and Grand Theft Auto VS Frogger shoeface25 2011-04-09 | Video Games Live @ Mesa Arts Center - Mesa, Arizona April 7th 2011
Video Games Live - Assassins Creed 2 - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-08 | Video Games Live, including Tommy Tallarico and Laura Intravia playing and singing to Assassin's Creed 2 at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona
Video Games Live - Mega Man Medley - Mesa, Arizona - 2011 shoeface25 2011-04-08 | Video Games Live playing the various Mega Man themes at Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona
Storybook Land Canal Boats - Disneyland - Anaheim, California - Complete Ride shoeface25 2011-04-05 | Journey through the gaping mouth of Monstro the Whale to a magical realm populated by miniature representations of memorable locations from some of your favorite Disney animated movies. Storybook Land Canal Boats features intricately replicated houses, villages and palaces — complete with imaginative landscaping, charming music and special lighting effects. A live tour guide tells the story of each scenic environment. Scenes Board a brightly colored 12-person canal boat for a 7-minute cruise past picturesque representations of the following famous locations: •Cozy straw, stick and brick houses from Three Little Pigs •English village from Alice in Wonderland •Manicured London park from Peter Pan •Royal city of Agrabah and Cave of Wonders from Aladdin •The Dwarfs cottage from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs •French countryside village and mountaintop castle from Cinderella •The Giant's patchwork quilt from Lullaby Land •Toad Hall from The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad •Dutch windmills from The Old Mill •Alpine village from Pinocchio •Prince Eric's palace and King Triton's underwater castle from The Little Mermaid Scale The hand-crafted miniatures use a scale of one inch to one foot and are as painstakingly detailed as full-sized structures. The doors on many of the buildings actually open, both for the added detail and also to help replace the light bulbs inside that illuminate the tiny windows.
Astro Orbitor - Disneyland - Anaheim, California - Complete Ride shoeface25 2011-03-31 | Blast off into the outer reaches of the solar system on the Astro Orbitor, a retro rocket ride where you spin around the spheres of the solar system! The Ships Board shining ships with gleaming gold fins that hearken back to space ships from classic science fiction films. Painted red, blue, gold and silver, your sleek space ship sails high and low — all at your command! Control your altitude by pulling or pushing a lever inside the ship. The Spheres Ride around a fascinating kinetic sculpture inspired by real centuries-old astronomical designs. With the precision of a finely tuned watch, the orbs dance with universal grace as you zip past these circling satellites!
Turtle Talk with Crush - California Adventure - Anaheim California - Complete Show shoeface25 2011-03-31 | Have an in-depth chat with Crush, the totally awesome sea turtle from the Disney·Pixar film, "Finding Nemo." Engage in live, unrehearsed conversations with this denizen of the digital deep who talks, jokes and even recognizes Guests. Dive into this Disney Animation attraction at Disney California Adventure Park. •Turtle Talk with Crush uses real-time animation for live conversations. •Crush's speech and actions are specific to each audience. •Crush asks Guests questions about the human world and answers questions about his underwater world.
Character Close-Up - California Adventure - Anaheim, California shoeface25 2011-03-29 | Explore a fascinating exhibition filled with original Disney artwork and see how designs progress from concept sketch to three-dimensional models to their final animated form. At Character Close-Up, you'll discover first-hand how Disney artists created some of your favorite characters. Toy Story Zoetrope It is impossible to miss the mesmerizing Toy Story Zoetrope dramatically spinning in the center of the room. Instead of using traditional, one-dimensional drawings, the Toy Story Zoetrope features three-dimensional sculptures of characters from the Disney•Pixar film Toy Story 2. As large disks whirl under a flashing strobe light, the Toy Story characters appear to come to life right before your eyes. Disney Animation Building Character Close-Up is only one part of the Disney Animation building, where you can learn all about the art and history of Disney animation, in a fun, interactive, hands-on environment.
Animation Academy - California Adventure - How to draw Dale shoeface25 2011-03-29 | Discover the secrets of how to draw a classic Disney character from a Disney animator at Animation Academy. When the hands-on show is over, you get to take home your artwork as a souvenir. Learn the Basics of Drawing Fun for any age and experience level, Animation Academy provides step-by-step instruction on how to draw some of your favorite Disney characters. Learn some basic tricks and techniques to give your drawing a professional pedigree. Disney Animation Building Animation Academy is only one part of the Disney Animation building, where you can learn all about the art and history of Disney animation, in an interactive, hands-on environment.
Heimlichs Chew Chew Train - California Adventure - Anaheim, California - Complete Ride shoeface25 2011-03-28 | Ride around the track as this talkative Bavarian caterpillar invites you on a smell-icious journey through his favorite food! Chew, Heimlich, Chew! The hilarious Heimlich winds his way through one snack after another. Smell each snack as he chomps through every delectable tidbit: watermelon, carrots, candy corns and more! You'll soon discover he's not particularly "chew-sy" about what he likes to eat. His belly seems to be bottomless!
Disneyland Dumb Bird shoeface25 2011-02-03 | This bird is not my friend, and he took some food without asking, so I called him dumb.
Disneyland Railroad - Disneyland - Anaheim, California - Complete Ride shoeface25 2011-02-01 | All aboard these old-fashioned locomotives for a relaxing and entertaining trip around Disneyland Park! The Main Street Train Station Step back in time with this gem that perches on a berm above the Park entrance. With its turn-of-the-century architecture and lush gardens, the station offers the first point of entry for those who wish to soak up the scenery on this grand circuit tour. The Stations Need a lift from one land to the other? The trains travel clockwise for about 18 minutes through a total of 4 stations, each styled to the theme of its land: Main Street, U.S.A. New Orleans Square Mickey's Toontown Tomorrowland Please note that the Main Streeet, U.S.A. station is not wheelchair accessible. The Dioramas For a dramatic change of scenery, take in these 2 fascinating dioramas between the Tomorrowland and Main Street, U.S.A. stations: Grand Canyon -- The Grand Canyon opens before you to reveal sun-kissed vistas that spill across the horizon. The canyon ridges are home to all kinds of critters such as mountain lions, mountain sheep, deer and elk. Primeval World -- Welcome to the world of dinosaurs! This diorama reveals a mysterious, prehistoric landscape where such dinosaurs as the Apatosaurus, Pterodactyl, Triceratops and more roam. The Trains Running on bio-diesel fuel, these trains are mean "green" steam machines! Listen to the chug-chug-chug of the engine, the churn of the wheels and the wail of the whistle as you take in some of the terrain that surrounds the Park. The Disneyland Railroad sports 5 different trains: C.K. Holliday E.P. Ripley Ernest Marsh Fred Gurley Ward Kimball Each is lovingly detailed with a fine finish and striped awnings. Per Walt Disney's vision, the trains are purely historical in design. Only one has any reference to a Disney character — a golden silhouette of Jiminy Cricket. This appears on the Ward Kimball train, which was named after the legendary Disney animator who fostered Walt's love for locomotives. Lily Belle Presidential Train Car Get a glimpse of this gleaming beauty hitched as a caboose to one of the other trains. This elegant Victorian parlor car is quite the lady of the rail with its stained glass and gold stenciling. The Imagineers worked with Lillian Disney to create this precious car, which had been a longtime dream of Walt's. It's just another reason to ride the Disneyland Railroad for a tour you'll never forget!
Mad Tea Party - Disneyland - Anaheim, California shoeface25 2011-01-24 | Madly whirl your way around Fantasyland inside a giant multi-colored tea cup. Inspired by the classic Disney animated movie Alice in Wonderland, Mad Tea Party recreates the film's madcap "unbirthday" sequence featuring the Mad Hatter and March Hare's chaotic tea party. The Tea Cups Choose one of 18 pastel tea cups for a spin under haphazardly strung brightly colored Japanese lanterns. The teacups twirl around 3 separate turntables, which themselves are mounted on one larger turntable. That whole crazy contraption is fun to watch and a blast to ride! Each teacup holds up to 5 Guests. You control how fast you spin by rotating a large wheel in the center of your teacup.
Dumbo the Flying Elephant - Disneyland - Anaheim, California - Night Time shoeface25 2011-01-23 | Generations of children have happily soared above Fantasyland on Dumbo the Flying Elephant. This iconic attraction spins up to 3 passengers each in 16 elephants around an ornate pylon topped by Dumbo's best friend, Timothy Q. Mouse. Dumbo's Flight Feel a lighthearted thrill as Dumbo lifts off the ground, leaving the cares of the world behind. You control the aerial adventure by joystick: climb toward the clouds or "trunk"-dive back to earth. It's a high-flying adventure that lifts your sprits and reminds you that, if you believe in yourself, anything is possible! Inspiration Dumbo the Flying Elephant is inspired by the classic Disney movie, Dumbo, about a circus elephant born with abnormally large ears who discovers that he has the unlikely ability to fly. The Organ The band organ located under the circus tent behind Dumbo the Flying Elephant is an authentic Gavioli band organ, also known as a fairground organ, built in 1915. The band organ faithfully recreates the sound of several different instruments as it plays a merry collection of favorite Disney tunes. Photo Opportunity It can be difficult to snap a picture of a loved one as Dumbo the Flying Elephant whirls past. Fortunately, there is a replica of a Dumbo gondola located behind the main attraction. It's ideal for getting the perfect snapshot to remember your Disneyland
Creepy Disneyland Cast Member on Tower of Terror Ride shoeface25 2011-01-23 | While we were waiting in line for our elevator to take us on a ride, a Disneyland Cast Member decided to start staring at a couple of people waiting in line. Kinda creepy and funny at the same time.
Muppet Vision 3D - Main Show - California Adventure - Anaheim, California shoeface25 2011-01-18 | It's time to play the music and light the lights because The Muppets are putting on a show that's gonna blow you away — or, at least large parts of the theater! The Pre-Show The show starts in the theater lobby, where Scooter and Fozzie try their hand at stage direction — that is, until Gonzo and others find a way to foil anyone's sense of direction! The laughs come thick and fast in this 3-screen presentation that is sure to whet your appetite for the insanity that awaits you on the stage. Don't forget to grab your 3D glasses before you enter the theater! The Main Show You'll find all of your favorite Muppet characters ready to rock the screen with their usual wackiness as they demonstrate their exciting movie-making technology. Dr. Bunsen Honeydew even introduces his latest invention, Waldo C. Graphic, a new and especially wily computerized Muppet who can't seem to be contained! Altogether it's almost half an hour of fun, 3D thrills and cool theater effects, capped by a special Muppet appearance live onstage to interact with the audience. You won't want to miss the ending. It's a blast. Literally! What are you waiting for? This is what we call The Muppet Show!
