April 5th 2024.
Disney recently shared a video showcasing some exciting new additions to Princess Tiana's upcoming attraction at Walt Disney World and Resort. Fans can expect to see familiar faces from the beloved movie, including Mama Odie and Louis, brought to life through impressive audio-animatronics in Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
Avi Tuchman, principal show programmer at Walt Disney Imagineering, explained the process of creating these lifelike characters. It all starts with the story, figuring out each character's actions and then building the scenes around them. This attention to detail ensures that visitors will feel fully immersed in the world and story of Princess Tiana.
In a new series titled "We Call It Imagineering," which premiered on YouTube on April 4th, Disney gave viewers a sneak peek into the making of these characters. Tuchman also shared that seeing the characters in person makes it easy to believe that they are the same ones we fell in love with on screen.
The realistic designs and movements of the characters are crucial in creating the whimsical illusion that has captivated visitors since Walt Disney first introduced animatronics in 1963. Jessica Baskergow, another show programmer at Imagineering, explained the thought process behind the design of Louis, the jolly alligator. They wanted to make sure his joyful personality was captured, even down to the movement of his belly.
To make Tiana's Bayou Adventure as magical as possible, Disney has brought in a talented team, some of whom are from Louisiana. Blacksmith Darryl Reeves built a new weathervane for the attraction, paying homage to the state's heritage. Artist Malaika Favorite also contributed to the project with a beautiful painting celebrating Disney's first and only Black princess.
Karina Roca, a welder and apprentice to Reeves, shared her pride in being able to honor Louisiana's history through the weathervane. She believes it is a powerful symbol of the love and legacy passed down by their ancestors.
Fans can look forward to experiencing Tiana's Bayou Adventure when it opens in the summer of 2024. In the meantime, we can all appreciate the hard work and dedication that goes into creating such a magical experience, with the help of talented individuals from all walks of life. After all, as they say, it takes a village to bring a Disney attraction to life.
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