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The folks at StarWars.com have done some investigative journalism and have unearthed images and information about appearances Darth Vader made at Walt Disney World as far back as 1977, which came as a shock even to them.
Check out the article here.
Categories: Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Darth Vader, Star Wars, SWW
Star Wars Weekends Event: Book Signing with Author Ryder Windham June 6
Come meet author Ryder Windham as he signs copies of his book, Star Wars: The Ultimate Visual Guide, on Saturday, June 6 at Wicket’s Warehouse (at Soundstage 1 near the Backlot Tour entrance). Windham has authored over fifty titles including junior novelized versions of Indiana Jones and Star Wars movies and will be signing his book from 11 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Star Wars: The Ultimate Visual Guide is the definitive companion to the entire Star Wars phenomenon. In this special updated edition, Star Wars: The Ultimate Visual Guide uncovers the full story of the amazing Star Wars saga, with more than 1,000 images from the movies, cartoons, comics, and novels, along with merchandise, behind-the-scenes photography, and much more! This Special Edition features brand-new overviews of the latest comic books, new information on merchandise, as well as a special feature on fan celebrations.
The book must be purchased at the signing location with a limit of two (2) per customer. No personal items may be signed.
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Star Wars Weekends Hints and Tips from StarWars.com (Video)
StarWars.com has produced a really great video full of tips for surviving Star Wars Weekends. While the big figs displayed at one point are actually from last year, the video is new and current and includes vital information such as the change this year with celebrity FASTPASSes being distributed outside the park. To some extent, the video also features the Prop Shop which is a backstage venue at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Check it out here.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Star Wars, SWW, Video
Star Wars Weekends Event: Book Signing with Illustrator Chris Reiff May 30
Come meet Chris Reiff as he signs copies of his book, Star Wars Blueprints: The Ultimate Collection, on Saturday, May 30 at Wicket’s Warehouse (at Soundstage 1 near the Backlot Tour entrance). Reiff is a frequent contributor to Star Wars Insider magazine, co-founder of the Parts of Star Wars and the designer of the Riddell miniature Star Wars helmets and will be signing his book from 11 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Star Wars Blueprints: The Ultimate Collection is an incredible collection of blueprint posters which shows Star Wars locations like you’ve never seen them before! Whether it’s a breakdown of the hyper drive system in the Millennium Falcon, or the complete floor plan of the Deathstar, these blueprints will impress and amaze any Star Wars fan.
The book must be purchased at the signing location with a limit of two (2) per customer. No personal items may be signed.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Chris Reiff, Events, Star Wars, SWW
Details on Star Wars Weekends’ The Clone Wars: Behind the Force
Hosted by Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano), the show will consist of the celebrity guest and even a participant from the audience performing a live reading of the script as the sequence plays out on screen.
The first week’s celebrity guest will be James Arnold Taylor (Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi).
Source: StarWars.com
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Star Wars Weekends Event: Book Signing with Illustrator Matt Busch May 23
Come meet the ‘rock star of illustrators,’ Matt Busch as he signs copies of his book, You Can Draw Star Wars, on Saturday, May 23 at Wicket’s Warehouse (at Soundstage 1 near the Backlot Tour entrance). Busch is a professor of Media and Communication Arts art Macomb College, north of Detroit, Michigan and will be signing his book from 11 am to 1 pm and from 4 pm to 6 pm.
You Can Draw Star Wars teaches you how to draw characters, vehicles, clothing, weapons, equipment and more from the world of Star Wars. You’ll also learn vital comic book skills such as penciling, inking and coloring.
The book must be purchased at the signing location with a limit of two (2) per customer. No personal items may be signed.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Matt Busch, Star Wars, SWW
Star Wars Weekends Host Jay Laga’aia Officially Turns to the Dark Side
The 501st Legion reported earlier today that Star Wars actor-turned-Star Wars Weekends host Jay Laga’aia has officially joined the dark side and has enlisted as a stormtrooper (TK 6352 to be exact). In fact, Laga’aia even assumed a false identity during the application process to keep it a secret.
The 501st Legion and the Rebel Legion provide characters for the Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and its parade (all but Darth Vader I believe). No word on whether Laga’aia will be participating in the parade as a stormtrooper or himself, but I’d place most bets on the latter.
Via the Official Star Wars Blog
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Jay Laga'aia, Star Wars, SWW
Star Wars Weekends 2009 Map and Schedule Now Available
Stitch Kingdom is proud to be one of the very first to bring you the SWW 2009 map and schedule in PDF form. This is the same map you will be able to get in person at the park.
Here’s a brief rundown of the event’s events:
CELEBRITIES
It appears that James Arnold Taylor and Ashley Eckstein will be appearing only for their respective events and will not be offering formal autograph sessions as the rest of the celebrities will.
FASTPASS distribution for celebrities will be done outside the main entrance, to the right of the turnstiles. Distribution is most likely to start prior to park opening. Each guest is entitled to one FASTPASS and each guest must have a FASTPASS in order to obtain an autograph.
MERCHANDISE
Once again, Wicket’s Warehouse will serve as the official Star Wars Weekends merchandise location. Wicket’s is located inside Soundstage 1 at the top of Pixar Place, next to the Backlot Tour. Last year, guests were routed backstage to enter the warehouse.
CHARACTERS
Rebel Alliance characters can be found in the area surrounding Star Tours and the Premier Theater (located near the San Francisco backdrop). Empire characters can be found around the Backlot Tour area. All of the characters from 2008 are expected to return with an additional meet & greet opportunity with Captain Rex from the Clone Wars.
PARADE
The Star Wars Celebrity Motorcade featuring Star Wars characters and Star Wars Weekends celebrities will kick off at 11:40 am. The parade begins near the entrance, travels up Hollywood Boulevard and turns at the Sorcerer’s Hat to end near Star Tours, where a celebrity welcome ceremony is held at 12:00 pm.
EVENTS
Events will take place at two main locations: The Jedi Academy Training stage and the Premiere Theater.
JEDI ACADEMY TRAINING STAGE EVENTS:
Jedi Training Academy - A modified version of the daily event, the special SWW edition includes the opportunity for some padawans to battle Darth Maul while others take on Lord Vader. Participants chosen at random. Times: 9:30am, 10:20am, 12:30pm, 1:20pm, 2:10pm, 4:15pm, 5:15pm, 6:15pm
Padawan Mind Challenge – Star Wars fans aged 11 and younger can sign up at the SWW Information Desk beginning at 9 am to compete in this traditional trivia challenge. Challenges take place at 11:00 am and 5:45 pm.
Hyperspace Hoopla! - This not to be missed event closes the day. All of the Star Wars characters join the event’s host on stage in a very irreverent (but family-friendly) salute to the galaxy. Note that in order to obtain a good view of this show, guests will attend the last Jedi Training Academy session. The ~25 minute show kicks off at 7pm.
PREMIERE THEATER EVENTS:
Behind the Force – Join host Ashley Eckstein in Clone Wars: Behind the Force – a show that explores the excitement of Star Wars: The Clone Wars with a fascinating look behind the scenes led by the talented voice behind “Ahsoka” and other guest celebrities. Times: 11am & 3:35pm.
Stars of the Saga: Star Wars Celebrity Talk Show Hosted by Jay Laga’aia – Experience the fascinating life and movie-making adventures of our three visiting celebrities. Get your
questions ready because the presentation concludes with a lively audience Q & A session. 1:15pm
Visit to The Maul Starring Ray Park (May 22-24 only) – Experience a Master Class from the action film icon, Ray Park, hosted by Jay Laga’aia. 5:30pm
The PDF is available below. Please enjoy.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Star Wars, SWW
Star Wars Weekends 2009 Merchandise and Pin Preview (Photos) (Updated 5/7)
Star Wars Weekends 2009
Note: this article was updated to include additional merchandise as well as some pricing and sizing information.
In addition to those displayed, there will be four other spinner pins: Senator Amidala & Senator Palpatine with Republic Symbol, Obi-Wan Kenobi & Anakin Skywalker with Jedi Order Symbol, General Grievous & Ventress with General Grievous Symbol and Darth Maul & Court Dooku with Sith Symbol
Images courtesy of StarWars.com
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Merchandise, SWW
Star Wars Weekends 2009 Big Figs Now Available for Pre-Order
Retailing at $195.00, each member of the final edition of the Disney Star Wars Big Figures is being offered in a limited edition of 600. 500 pieces will be available at Walt Disney World with the remaining 100 at the Disneyland resort.
The figures are set to be released during the second weekend of Star Wars Weekends (May 29-31) but the resort is accepting pre-orders now. Availability to pre-orders is extremely limited, so order today. Once allocated pre-orders have been sold, remaining buyers will be placed on a wish list for any figures not sold after SWW ends.
To order, contact Walt Disney Event Services at 407-827-7600 (M-F, 9a-5p EST). Tell’m Stitch Kingdom sent ya.
The final set of Big Figs is shown below
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disneyland Resort, Merchandise, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Big Fig, Collectibles, Merchandise, SWW
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