What's going on in Disneyland this week? Quite a bit, actually, with several stories making headlines. One in particular is causing debate among a family you'd least expect.
Notice the lack of "Toy Story" in the sign. Darkbeer on smugmug.com, 2008.
The entrance for DCA's Toy Story Mania is nearly complete, with a sign recently installed. The attraction is set to open this summer.
Also in the news is Disney's plans to add new characters to the beloved "it's a small world," including Mickey Mouse, Lilo and Stich, and Nemo. This is causing controversy among some fans who are reluctant to see the attraction change. Personally, I'm fine with this, as long as Disney doesn't go overboard and keeps it in moderation.
However, the family of Small World's creator, Mary Blair, wrote a letter to Disney stating their concern over this move.
Mary Blair, an artist, worked on "it's a small world" by special request from Walt Disney himself. Disney, 1941.
"Ripping out a rain forest...and replacing it with misplaced patriotism [rumors say Disney will add an American scene to the attraction] is a public relations blunder so big you could run a Monorail through it," Blair's son Kevin Blair said.
How do you all feel about this? Certainly not as outraged as the Blair family, I would imagine.
1 comment:
While it does seem a shame to change the ride, Disney seems to do well with their improvements and refurbishments. I think in the end, whatever they choose to do will be tasteful and fun!
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