January 2008

Disneyland Dream Suite Will Be Awarded To One Lucky Guest This Evening!

ANAHEIM, Calif. – January 29, 2008 – For the first time in history, lucky guests will have the chance to spend an unforgettable night inside Disneyland Park during the Year of a Million Dreams, most nights starting January 31, 2008, as part of the 2008 Disney Dreams Giveaway.

A guest will be escorted on the same day awarded into the most extraordinary accommodations at Disneyland Resort: the Disneyland Dream Suite, an in-park apartment with special-effects surprises and vintage design elements in each room.

The overnight stay in the Disneyland Dream Suite will be a highlight among the more than a million "dream come true" experiences awarded through random process to eligible Disneyland Resort guests and mail-in participants in the 2008 Disney Dreams Giveaway. Mail-in winners of prizes that require use on day awarded, such as the Disneyland Dream Suite, will receive a prize of comparable value.

Disney Imagineers have devoted months of hard work toward remodeling the suite of rooms above New Orleans Square in the Park, conceived by Walt Disney as a private apartment for his family and closest friends. The rooms, which most recently housed The Disney Gallery, have been restored to Disney's original vision of deluxe living quarters. Vintage design illustrations, created under Disney's personal direction, were recovered and used as inspiration for the look, furnishings and other décor elements in the Suite. Special design touches have been incorporated to evoke memories of Disney's diverse interests and the rich heritage of Disneyland.

The guests chosen through a random process to enjoy a "dream stay" in the Disneyland Dream Suite will be following in the footsteps of Walt Disney. His dedication to the constant growth and development of Disneyland Park resulted in frequent overnight stays in a small private apartment which remains today above the Fire House on Main Street, U.S.A. In the 1960s, as plans were developed for the New Orleans Square area, Disney brought in illustrator and designer Dorothea Redmond (Gone with the Wind) and set decorator Emile Kuri (Mary Poppins, It's a Wonderful Life) to help him create a larger, more lavish apartment where he could entertain friends, family, VIP guests and dignitaries.

Unfortunately, Disney passed away before the Suite was completed. Over the years, the rooms were used as offices and to entertain visiting business associates until, in 1987, the space became The Disney Gallery, a unique venue displaying artwork originally created during the development of various Disney movies and theme park attractions. Only now, 40 years later, is Disney's dream being fulfilled. The rooms have been returned to their original intended purpose and, as Disney wished, the Disneyland Dream Suite will be occupied by overnight guests.

"Our plan has been to use the renderings that Walt worked on with Dorothea Redmond and to replicate those as exactly as we can," said Walt Disney Imagineering Art Director Kim Irvine. "Her illustrations were very specific, with a color and style for each room. "But to make it special for the guests, we want it to be more than just a beautiful suite. We want it to be filled with things that might have inspired Walt as he dreamed of Disneyland."

Located above Pirates of the Caribbean in the New Orleans Square section of Disneyland Park, the 2,600-square-foot Disneyland Dream Suite includes a living room, open-air patio, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. In addition to that night's lodging in the Disneyland Dream Suite, each selected 2008 Disney Dreams Giveaway winner of the Disneyland Dream Suite will also be celebrated as the Honorary Grand Marshal in that day's Disneyland parade. The winner and their guests will enjoy dinner, late-night snacks and beverages, and the dazzling view overlooking New Orleans Square and the Rivers of America, where a private balcony provides an ideal vantage point on nights when fireworks or the "Fantasmic!" spectacular are presented.

Guests may enter the Dream Suite by climbing the grand staircase outside the entrance to the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. An elevator will be available to accommodate guests with disabilities. Through the doorway at the top of the stairs is the Living Room, designed in a French Provincial style reflecting the New Orleans Square setting. Unusual decorative items like a full-size carousel horse, a mechanical songbird and original wall paintings of European castles will conjure up memories of Walt Disney and the inspirations that went into creating the magical world of Disneyland.

The Suite features not one, but two Master Bedrooms. In one, the spirit of early 20th century innovation and the American frontier are summoned with an earthy color scheme, leather furniture, a cast-iron stove, an electric train and vintage mechanical toys. The other Master Bedroom is on the side of the residence nearest Adventureland, and its lush décor and atmosphere evoke the exotic flavor of jungle adventure stories as told in the Victorian era.

The Bayou-themed Patio, central to the Disneyland Dream Suite and open to the sky above, is filled with tropical vegetation, furnished with comfortable chaises and illuminated by Chinese lanterns. Using a type of Disney magic familiar to guests on Pirates of the Caribbean, the Patio is also visited by fireflies.

As guests settle in for a stay in the Disneyland Dream Suite, they'll discover special effects surprises in each room. It could be a special tune in a striking clock, a sunset or a starscape that appears when the lights go down, subtle audio enhancements, or something totally unexpected.

The Disneyland Dream Suite will be the supreme addition to the catalog of "dreams come true" at the Disneyland Resort during the 2008 Disney Dreams Giveaway as the Disney Dream Squad delivers dreams, large and small, to eligible guests selected through a random process. For information on how to enter by mail without visiting the parks, please see below.

The 2008 Disney Dreams Giveaway is part of the Year of a Million Dreams at Disney Parks. At Disneyland Park, the popular immersive entertainment experiences will continue to thrill guests at Disney Princess Fantasy Faire, Jedi Training Academy and Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island. And at Disney's California Adventure Park, guests young and old will be dancing to the beat of the new High School Musical 2: School's Out! street show, inspired by the megahit Disney Channel original movie. For information on new attractions, the Year of a Million Dreams celebration and vacations at Disneyland Resort visit www.disneyland.com, call (866) 60-DISNEY or contact local travel agents.

All New Release - Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's World Showcase 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition 2-DVD Set.

Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's World Showcase 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition 2-DVD Set

24 January 2008

Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's World Showcase 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition 2-DVD Set Released Today.

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Windsor, Conn. (January 24th, 2008) -Today, JeffLangeDVD have released their latest title, Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's World Showcase 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition 2-DVD Set.

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to celebrate Epcot’s 25th Anniversary. This ninth in a series, features Epcot’s World Showcase.

Disc One:

Mexico Pavilion: El Rio de Tiempo (1991)

Set sail on 'The River of Time' and view scenes from Mexico’s history. A complete ride thru featuring the earliest footage available of this World Showcase classic.

Mexico Pavilion: El Rio de Tiempo (1993)

This complete vintage ride thru was recorded with an audio mixer and two microphones to capture the main narration plus the sounds of all the background audio effects.

Mexico Pavilion: El Rio de Tiempo (2006)

Final ride thru edited from multiple recordings taken just before this Epcot Center original attraction closed forever. Features full coverage of the exterior, que & load area plus all your favorite ride scenes and exit displays.

Mexico Pavilion: Gran Fiesta Tour (2007)

We have combined the very best footage from seven ride thrus to present this ultimate recording of the updated attraction. Includes full coverage of the que and load area plus the all new scenes featuring Donald Duck, Jose Carioca and Panchito Pistoles.

Norway Pavilion: Maelstrom (1991)

Travel back to a mythological version of Norway’s Viking days and encounter trolls and polar bears before plunging into the North Sea.

World Showcase Omnibus Tour (1991)

Experience a true hidden gem of classic Epcot Center as you take a full circle tour of World Showcase from atop a double decker omnibus.

Disc Two:

The American Adventure (1993-1995)

Ben Franklin and Mark Twain are your hosts for this E-ticket attraction presenting historic figures who shaped our nation. Audio-Animatronics of Thomas Jefferson, Frederick Douglass,Susan B. Anthony, Will Rogers, Alexander Graham Bell, and Franklin D. Roosevelt are some of the people represented.

Skylaidescope Lagoon Spectacular (1986)

Rare footage featuring highlights of the original Epcot lagoon spectacular. Witness a battle between good and evil fought with bi-planes, dragon boats, kites, colorful smoke and daytime fireworks.

Surprise in the Skies: WDW 20th Anniversary Edition (1991)

Colors take flight around World Showcase in this extravaganza that features the worlds largest daytime fireworks display. Boats, kites, para-planes, hang gliders, fireworks and giant balloons encircle the lagoon and soar above the park. Patriotic music signals a surprise appearance from the Disney Characters as forty foot high inflatables pop up around world showcase promenade. This complete performance was shot from multiple angles to capture all the action from the best possible locations.

Surprise in the Skies: Standard Edition (1992)

Another complete performance of the daytime spectacular after it was changed to remove all references of Walt Disney World’s 20th Anniversary.

Celebrate Epcot’s 25th Anniversary year after year or experience the magic for the first time by purchasing ' Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot’s World Showcase'.

Total Running Time: 134 Min

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Production Update: Epcot's World Showcase 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition 2-DVD Set

Hi everyone and welcome back for another update. I am well into production on my current project Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's World Showcase 25th Anniversary 2-DVD Set. This will feature the original Mexico attraction El Rio de Tiempo , a vintage full circle tour of World Showcase from atop a Double Decker OmniBus, Norway's Maelstrom, The original American Adventure, Skylaidescope lagoon spectacular, Surprise in the Skies and much more.

I have been getting many emails lately requesting the Epcot Center original attraction, Mexico's El Rio de Tiempo boat ride . This will be covered extensively with complete vintage ride thru's from 1991 and 1993 plus full coverage of the exterior, que and exit areas. Also included are detailed 2006 ride thru's recorded just before the ride closed forever.

One of the true gems I discovered is a full circle tour of World Showcase recorded in 1991 from the top of a Double Decker Omnibus ! I had forgotten how much fun these were. If anyone knows why these were discontinued please let me know (I imagine it was for safety or crowding issues).

Also included is a complete multi-angle presentation of the daytime lagoon show Surprise in the Skies featuring the worlds largest daytime fireworks display. Boats, kites, paraplanes, hang gliders, fireworks and giant balloons of the Disney characters dressed for their various countries (above)!

Please check back soon for another photo update featuring Norway's Maelstrom, The original American Adventure and the Skylaidescope lagoon spectacular. I hope to have this ready for release by the end of next week.

Future Projects:

Some other projects lined up for 2008 are:

'Walt Disney World Tomorrowland Classics'

'Epcot After Dark'

'Disneyland Classics 4'

'Pirate & Princess Party 08'

'Walt Disney World Class of 1971'

'Epcot's Millennium Celebration'

'Individual Park Top Ten Series' (get those top 10 lists ready)

As always, if you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

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Search for First Ever Disney Park Chief of Magic Official Is On

BURBANK, CA., JANUARY 8, 2008 - Do you wish your M.D. really stood for "Magic Director?" Or perhaps that your Ph.D. had something to do with Pixie Dust? As millions of Americans resolve to search for a new job this New Year, Disney Parks may have just the position they've been waiting for!

To prove that making dreams come true is no longer reserved for fairy godmothers, CareerBuilder.com today launched the search for the first-ever Disney Parks Chief Magic Official (CMO) who will spread magic during The Year of a Million Dreams.

The search for the CMO is part of The Year of a Million Dreams, where this year more than one million more dreams will be granted to guests at Disney Parks. This celebration includes incredible new attractions, parades, interactive entertainment and much more!

"We're looking for that perfect someone to serve alongside our talented Cast of dream makers," said Craig Dezern, Vice President, Global Public Relations, Disney Parks. "The CMO will serve as an ambassador of dreams to help create the magic that only Disney can bring to its guests.

"Whatever you dreamed of being when you were growing up, chances are some of your plans hit a snag along the way," said Richard Castellini, a spokesperson for CareerBuilder.com. "In fact, in a recent survey of over 6,000 workers, only 15 percent said they were actually in their dream jobs. The Disney Parks CMO will have the unique opportunity to live out his or her dream and bring a little magic to the lives of others."

DO YOU HAVE THE CHARACTER TO BE THE CMO?

Beginning May 1, 2008, the part-time CMO will help create magical experiences for guests, participate in special events at Disney Parks and meet Disney's real "masters of magic" - the Imagineers.

The ideal CMO candidate must be happy, never grumpy; able to easily befriend dwarfs, dogs, monsters and mice; have good manners - but also be able to pillage and plunder with pirates when necessary. Also required: pockets full of pixie dust, an aversion to poisonous apples, an interest in oversized teacups and flying elephants and, most importantly, a belief in all things magical.

The position will require travel, including travel to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, during the week and some weekends and holidays. While traveling as the Disney Parks CMO, he/she will receive an hourly rate of compensation for hours spent performing the CMO role, as well as airfare, accommodations and a spending allowance.

"The CMO position is an opportunity of a lifetime for someone who has always wanted to be part of the Disney family," said Dezern. "We will look for the ideal candidate to be naturally outgoing and optimistic, and have a great sense of humor as well as a passion for spreading Disney magic to our guests."

SHOW YOUR DISNEY MAGIC

Beginning January 8 and continuing through January 27, interested applicants can visit www.DreamCMO.com and take the "Magic Aptitude Test" (M.A.T.) to see if they have what it takes to be the first-ever Disney Parks Chief Magic Official. Along with the results of the M.A.T., candidates will be asked to show their Disney magic by submitting a 60 second video resume - online at www.DreamCMO.com - which captures their personality and visually and verbally supports why they would make the ideal CMO.

MICKEY'S APPRENTICE

A magical panel of judges will select the top 10 video resumes, which will be posted to www.DreamCMO.com and voted on by America. The top three vote-getters will take part in a three-day event at Walt Disney World Resort that will test their creativity, enthusiasm, knowledge of the Parks and magic aptitude. Throughout the three-day event, candidates will be videotaped and the videos will be posted on www.DreamCMO.com to be voted on by America. The top vote-getter will be named the Disney Parks Chief Magic Official.

All New Release - Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 3.

Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 3

5 January 2008

Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 3 DVD Released Today.

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Windsor, Conn. (January 5th, 2008) -Today, JeffLangeDVD have released their latest title, Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 3 DVD.

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience classic Disneyland attractions. This third volume in the series features the following:

The World According to Goofy Parade (1992)

Experience this highly coveted parade celebrating Goofy’s 60th birthday and the history of civilization... with a Goofy twist. The World According to Goofy Parade ran only five months in 1992 and many Disney parade fans consider it to be one of the best daytime parades in the history of Disneyland.

Country Bear Vacation Hoedown (1994)

Step on in to Grizzly Hall and get ready for this vacation edition of The Country Bear Jamboree. Reunite with all your favorite bears including: Henry, Liver-Lips McGrowl, The Sun Bonnet Trio, Teddi Barra, The Five Bear Rugs, Gomer, Trixie and everyones favorite Big Al. Includes great close up footage of the bears and full coverage of the exterior, que and exit areas.

The Disney Gallery Tour (1994)

Enjoy a tour of the location originally intended as a private suite for Walt Disney. The featured exhibit is "The Art of Disneyland " including concept art and scale models of various attractions from the history of Disneyland.

The Disney Gallery Bonus Footage (1992)

"The Disneyland That Never Was" exhibit including Dumbo’s Circus and Discovery Bay.

The Haunted Mansion (1992-1995)

Experience the original Haunted Mansion (before changes and additions) as all 999 ghosts thrill and chill you to the bone. This complete ride thru was compiled from multiple recordings to capture every nuance of this true Disneyland classic. Includes full coverage of the Exterior, Pet Cemetery, Foyer, Stretching Room, Portrait Gallery, Doom Buggie Ride and Little Leota’s exit spiel.

Original Pet Cemetery (1992)

Bonus video footage and photos of the rarely seen original pet cemetery only visible to those entering the foyer through a special side entrance.

Relive these Disneyland Classics year after year or experience the magic for the first time by purchasing a copy of ' Jeff Lange Remembers Disneyland Classics Vol 3'.

Running Time: 64 Min

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Happy New Year 2008 from the JeffLangeDVD Family! - Production Update.

Happy New Year 2008 from the JeffLangeDVD family!

I hope everyone enjoyed the holidays and had a safe new years celebration. It has been another very exciting year of Disney theme park travel, recording and adventurers and I want to thank everyone that helped and supported me. I couldn't do what I do without having the best friends in the world! I really appreciate everything and look forward to seeing you all again at the parks very soon!

Production Update:

I am deep in production on my next project 'Disneyland Classics 3 ' featuring The World According to Goofy Parade (1992), Country Bear Vacation Hoedown (1994), Disney Gallery Walking Tour (1994) and the original Haunted Mansion (1993). I have been capturing and organizing vintage footage from 1992-1995 and have just about every attraction and show catagorized for future releases. If anyone has any requests, ideas or suggestions, please send them to suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com. I always appreciate your thoughts and feedback.

I have also started work on my next Epcot 25th Anniversary title featuring World Showcase. This will feature the original Mexico attraction El Rio de Tiempo, a vintage full circle tour of World Showcase from atop a Double Decker OmniBus, Norway's Maelstrom, The original American Adventure, Skylaidescope lagoon spectacular, Surprise in the Skies celebrating Walt Disney World's 20th Anniversary and much more. Please check back soon for more details and release information.

As always, if you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

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