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Happy 17th Birthday Hunchback, and Belated 15th Birthday Mulan!
DisneyDan  Wednesday, June 19, 2013 2:02:59 PM
Today is the 19th of June, and on this day in 1996 Disney's animated feature The Hunchback of Notre Dame had its world premiere in New Orleans.
Also on this day in 1998, Disney's Mulan was released nationwide across the US and Canada, having premiered 9 days earlier on the 10th June.
I have been busy and forgot to post about it on the 10th, so seeing as today is its general release date, I thought it was just as appropriate to celebrate it!

So, in our usual Character Central style, here's a photo cavalcade of our favourite Disney Characters from those movies!

Happy Birthday Quasimodo and friends, and Mulan and friends!

Meeting the Hunchback of Notre Dame Characters

Meeting Quasimodo and Esmeralda

Disney Dreamers Everywhere Gala Dinner Show and Grand Finale

Shan Yu

Dan.
Happy 79th Birthday Donald Duck!
DisneyDan  Sunday, June 9, 2013 8:19:28 AM
Hello everyone,

Today is June 9th, which is Donald Duck's 79th Birthday.
First appearing in the Silly Symphony 'The Wise Little Hen' in 1934, Donald Duck went on to become a super star in his own right.
Despite being ever infuriated with the trivial things in life, and perpetually harassed by the naughty duo Chip 'n' Dale, Donald is loveable and sweet. His heart belongs to the love of his life, the equally hot tempered Daisy Duck.

In our usual Character Central style, below is a photo cavalcade of some of our favourite moments with Donald at the Disney Parks and Resorts around the world.

Happy 79th Birthday Donald Duck!

Mystic Point Exclusive Preview and  DDE HK Closing Event

Meeting Donald and Daisy Duck

"Be My Valentine" day at DLP

WDW DDE Closing Event

Step into a Storybook event

Star Wars Event

Walt Disney World Disney Dreamers Everywhere Opening Event

Walt Disney World Disney Dreamers Everywhere Opening Event

DLR DDE Closing Ceremony

Disneyland Resort Disney Dreamers Everywhere Welcome Ceremony

DDE TDR Closing Event

DLR DDE Closing Ceremony

TDR 30th Anniversary DDE Event

Le rêve d'un Matin de Marie

Dan.
Happy 15th Birthday Disney's Animal Kingdom, and Happy Earth Day!
DisneyDan  Monday, April 22, 2013 1:19:49 PM
Hello everyone,

Today is the 15th anniversary of the grand opening of Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Set in the most lush and natural surroundings of any Disney Park (and probably any theme park!), Disney's Animal Kingdom is dedicated to the preservation of life, and researching new ways of saving the animal kingdom from extinction.

At it's centre and carved with over 300 animals, is the magnificent Tree of Life, which towers above the park.

From the trails, animal habitats, and of course the mind blowing Kilimanjaro Safaris, Disney's Animal Kingdom is incomparable in concept, design, and sheer beauty.

Happy 15th birthday Animal Kingdom!

By no coincidence, April 22nd is also Earth Day. Earth Day celebrates the diversity and beauty of the only known planet to support the ecosystems and life that is found here. Earth Day spreads the important message that we all need to do our bit for the planet through research and conservation, we can all hope to reach the goal of sustaining a better future for every living creature on this beautiful little blue and green world.

Happy Earth Day everyone!

The picture cavalcade below is all from Disney's Animal Kingdom, but of course matches both themes appropriately.

If you're at Disney's Animal Kingdom this week, why not check out their special combined birthday and Earth Day celebrations, 'Party for the Planet', which includes some cool character happenings! (The official LTM website has more information here.)

Kilimanjaro Safaris

Kilimanjaro Safaris

Kilimanjaro Safaris

Pangani Forest Exploration Trail

Maharajah Jungle Trek

Maharajah Jungle Trek

The Tree of Life

Dan.
Happy 30th Birthday Tokyo Disneyland!
DisneyDan  Monday, April 15, 2013 11:18:19 AM
Hello everyone,

Today is the 30th anniversary of the opening of Tokyo Disneyland at Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan.
Often billed as the most successful theme park of all time, it was Disney's first theme park venture outside of the United States.

We have been fortunate enough to visit Tokyo Disneyland (and the rest of the resort of course), a few times, most recently in October 2012 for Halloween. We will also be back again in just a couple of weeks, to check out all the 30th anniversary offerings!

So, in our usual Character Central celebratory style, here's a photo cavalcade from our adventures there!

Happy 30th Birthday Tokyo Disneyland!
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Happy 21st Birthday Disneyland Paris!
DisneyDan  Friday, April 12, 2013 4:55:25 AM
Hello everyone,

Today is the 21st anniversary of the grand opening of Disneyland Paris' main theme park!

Often described as the most beautiful of all the Magic Kingdom style parks, I can't say I disagree! From the gorgeous Sleeping Beauty Castle, to the incredible detail in every land, attraction, boutique and restaurant, Parc Disneyland at Disneyland Paris is stunning.

I could talk all day about all it's magical experiences and wonders, but I think by now many of you have read my blogs, and seen enough online - or even been there - to know what a truly breathtaking place it is, so, in my usual tribute style, I'm going to post some of Character Central' pictures below, for your enjoyment!

Happy 21st Birthday Disneyland Paris!
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Happy 70th Birthday Chip and Dale!
DisneyDan  Tuesday, April 2, 2013 6:48:31 AM
Hello everyone,

On this day in 1943 the loveable but ever mischievous chipmunks, Chip and Dale, made their debut in 'Private Pluto'.
Always getting into some sort of trouble, Chip and Dale like to harass the likes of poor Donald Duck, and Pluto.
Despite their naughty nature, they are fun loving, adventurous (Rescue Rangers!) and simply adorable.

Of course, no Character Central tribute would be complete without our usual photo cavalcade! So, here are some of my favourite pictures from our adventures with Chip and Dale over the years.

Happy 70th Birthday Chip and Dale!

A Table is Waiting

A Halloween Daydream

Meeting Halloween Chip 'n' Dale

Meeting Chip and Dale

The characters are ready for Santa to come!

Meeting Chip and Dale

Halloween Brunch at Inventions

Having fun at Chip 'n Dale's Campfire Sing-A-Long

Meeting Chip and Dale

Meeting the cast and Characters of Discoveryland Celebrates!

Character fun at the 20 Years of Magic! event

Having fun at Castaway Cay!

Dan.
Happy 61st Birthday Clarice!
DisneyDan  Thursday, March 21, 2013 1:11:45 PM
Hello everyone,

Today is the 61st Birthday of the ever adorable and sassy Clarice.

Clarice is the object of Chip and Dale's desire - with the exception of acorns! She starred in just one short - "Two Chips and a Miss" (1952). Clarice works at the Acorn nightclub, and very quickly causes for poor Chip and Dale to fall out over her - the only time Chip and Dale have ever worked against each other! Somewhat an icon because of her brief starring role, Clarice is glamourous and talented, and keeps those troublesome chipmunks on their toes!

In our usual style, here's a photo cavalcade of our own adventures with Clarice over the years.

Happy 61st Birthday Clarice!

Meeting the cast and Characters of Discoveryland Celebrates!

Chef Chip and Dale with Clarice

Clarice

Character fun at the 20 Years of Magic! event

Meeting Clarice

"Be My Valentine" day at DLP

Dan.
The First Eleven Years - Happy Birthday Walt Disney Studios Park!
DisneyDan  Saturday, March 16, 2013 7:52:41 AM
Hello everyone,

Today is the 11th birthday of Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris.

Over the years the park has undergone a massive transformation from the grey open concourse that is once was, and now has some really interesting and unique features. Although it often gets criticised for its size and lack of real depth and detail, it is an interesting park that will only get more and more exciting with time. Already under construction is the much anticipated Ratatouille attraction, which will be accompanied by a store, restaurant and new restrooms, as well as a dedicated FastPass area, all along its own special "Parisian style" street.

Here at Character Central, we love Walt Disney Studios, and look forward to many more years of fun and excitement at the park, and welcoming more and more additions that will give the park the edge that it needs.

Happy 11th Birthday Walt Disney Studios Park! Here's to the next 11 years!

Below are some my favourite pictures from Character Central's adventures at the park over the years. In a slightly different take on how I normally do these things, I've avoided posting too many character shots in here for once, because I really want to highlight the details and offerings that Walt Disney Studios already has, despite the criticisms it receives.   [ Read More... ]
Happy 30th Birthday Dreamfinder and Figment!!
PeterPanFan  Tuesday, March 5, 2013 7:40:33 PM
30 Years ago today Journey Into Imagination opened at EPCOT Center introducing two great characters: Dreamfinder and Figment! Sadly their amazing original attraction was later replaced and they no longer meet in the park; however, Figment still lives on in the current "Journey Into Imagination with Figment" attraction. Many Disney fans, myself included, hold out hope that someday Dreamfinder will return too (and that they both will meet their many fans in the parks).  Unfortunately the only pictures of Dreamfinder and the original attraction I have are on film and haven't been scanned in but we do have more recent pictures so here is a Character Central picture tribute to both Figment and Dreamfinder!


  Figment

Meeting Figment

Walking around Future World

WDW 2008 June

WDW 2008 June

WDW 2008 Sept - Look around the Epcot 25th Exhibit "EPCOT Creating the New World of Tomorrow" one last time

WDW 2008 Sept - Going on Journey Into Imagination

Happy 18th Birthday PUSH the Talking Trash Can!
DisneyDan  Monday, February 18, 2013 11:43:57 AM
Today is the 18th birthday of everybody's favourite talking trashcan, PUSH!

He first landed in the Magic Kingdom's Tomorrowland 18 years ago, to then go on and make appearances in Disneyland, Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland.

PUSH is always chirpy, never stops talking and loves to joke around!

So, let's celebrate now with a mini photo cavalcade, and wish PUSH a very Happy 18th Birthday!

WDW Sept 2008 - Meeting PUSH the best trash can ever!

HKDL Oct 2012 - Meeting Push

Push, the walking, talking trash can!

Dan.
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