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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS);faqs.227 If you'd like an annual report, write to: Walt Disney Company 500 S. Buena Vista St. Burbank, CA 91521-7320 14) What is Club 33? Club 33 is a somewhat exclusive club located in Disneyland. It's not really *exclusive* in the sense that anybody who is willing to wait 2-3 years on the waiting list and can afford the membership fee and annual dues (see below for amounts) can join. To get more information, you can write to Club 33, c/o Disneyland (Disneyland's full address is included in question #99). Club 33 is located in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. It occupies most of the upstairs of the buildings in that area. As you exit from Pirates of the Caribbean, turn left. Just beyond the Blue Bayou restaurant is a green door with the address 33. In the atrium between the One of a Kind shop and the pirate shop is a large staircase and an elevator (behind a door) which serve as alternate entrances. (These directions were taken from the Disneyland FAQ.) Here is some information from a brochure about Club 33, which was posted to rec.arts.disney by David Mikkelson (mikkelson@breakr.enet.dec.com) in mid-January 1991 (it still seems to be current, as I sent away for my brochures around June 1992, and receive the same information): The colorful realism and the precise architectural detail of New Orleans Square in Disneyland captures the atmosphere of the nineteenth- century New Orleans French Quarter. Glancing upwards to the second story balconies and the ornate iron railings hung with flowers, one would hardly guess that they surround the little-known but quite elegant Club 33. Years ago, Walt Disney felt that a special place was needed where he could entertain visiting dignitaries and others in a quiet, serene atmosphere where superb cuisine and distinctive decor would complement one another. He asked artist Dorothea Redmond to provide watercolor renderings of what such a place might look like. Accompanied by renowned decorator Emil Kuri, Walt and his wife traveled to New Orleans to select many of the beautiful antiques that are on display. After years of planning, Club 33 became a reality in May of 1967. Sadly enough, it was never seen by its creator because of his untimely death five months earlier. Club 33, so named after its address, 33 Royal Street, is comprised of two dining rooms and several adjoining areas, all of which hold a wide array of magnificent antiques and original works of art. After ascending in the French lift to the second floor, guests enter into The Gallery. Here they find interesting items such as an oak telephone booth with beveled leaded glass panels adapted from the one used in the Disney motion picture "The Happiest Millionaire" and a rare console table which was found in the French Quarter of New Orleans. In The Gallery, as elsewhere in the Club, are many original works by Disney artists and sketches done as design studies for New Orleans Square and the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. The Gallery leads into Lounge Alley which serves as a vestibule and also the buffet for the Main Dining Room and Trophy Room. One wall displays several conceptual sketches of New Orleans Square, and directly across from these sketches is a custom-designed harpsichord decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting New Orleans harbor in the nineteenth century. The furnishings are a combination of antique and reproduction pieces. The Main Dining Room is decorated in First Empire, recalling the era of Napoleon and the early nineteenth century. Three glimmering chandeliers and wall sconces illuminate the entire room. Much of the framed artwork on the walls is again, the work of Disney artists. Fresh flowers, parquet floors, and antique bronzes create an atmosphere of serenity and warmth. humorou humorous in nature, as the vulture was to converse with guests during dinner. The Trophy Room also contains a number of antiques and it is usually sunlit from a long row of windows. Today, Club 33 functions as an exclusive private club where members or their guests may enjoy a gourmet meal complemented by the finest wines. Tradition, accompanied by gracious hospitality, has been the hallmark of Club 33 since its opening day . . . and will continue to be for many years to come. In a leaflet detailing the membership costs: High above the streets and courtyards of New Orleans Square, hidden from public view and the bustle of a typical day at Disneyland, is a page of old New Orleans that even the proud Creole society might have chosen and cherished as its own. Here French doors open onto balconies that overlook Disneyland's own muddy Mississippi, the Rivers of America. Here in the tradition of the good host, Walt Disney and his staff planned and executed Disneyland's most exclusive setting -- part elegant dining room, part relaxed refreshment center, part distinguished art gallery, part meeting room and part private showplace. Here, away from the general public, adult beverages are available, including the finest of wines to match the house food specialties. This was Walt Disney's concept -- an elegant, exclusive club . . . a place for conversation, and a conversation piece in its own right. Corporate Membership This membership is designed for organizations to make Club 33 available to a number of their executives, and has a membership fee of $20,000. This entitles the corporate member to designate up to nine associate members. Dues for associate members are $1,800 per member per year. All memberships are transferable to other executives in the corporation. Members no longer in the employ of the corporate member's company must surrender the membership cards to Club 33. The corporate members may then designate another member of his company. Limited Corporate Membership This membership is designed for organizations wishing to make Club 33 available to one of their executives, and has a membership fee of $10,000. This entitles the corporation to transfer the membership to another employee whenever necessary. For individual members, credit is extended based upon the membership fee initially paid if a transfer of membership is desired. Dues are $1,800 per year. Individual Membership This particular membership is for individuals and is available at $5,000 membership fee and $1,800 annual dues. These memberships are nontransferable. Members will be billed monthly for all charges. Information reservat reservations accepted only from the cardholder, the spouse or the cardholder's secretary. Use of the membership card is subject to the terms covering membership agreed to by the member in the membership application. The membership card entitles the member and a party of nine to free parking and admission through the Main Entrance of Disneyland (except when special tickets are the only admission to a special event or private party). This privilege is applicable when the members plan to dine at Club 33. If the card is used for admission but the member does not dine at the Club the member will be billed for the regular price of admission. If the member is unable to accompany the guests, the Club will arrange admission for them at no charge. Members may purchase Disneyland passports through Club 33 for pick-up at the Guest Relations Booth. The membership card authorizes the member to receive credit by signing special charge slips when presented at Club 33 and other restaurants and merchandise locations owned and operated by Disneyland park. We reserve the right to approve or disapprove any membership to assure that our high standards are maintained. To remain a member in good standing, dues must be paid annually within thirty (30) days following receipt of invoice. Usage of Club 33 is by reservation only. It is advisable to call for reservations well in advance. Private parties utilizing the entire Club facilities are available upon member's request with the required minimum number of guests. 15) What are the names of Ariel's sisters in The Little Mermaid? Ariel's sisters are: Aquata; Andrina; Arista; Atina; Adella; Allana. (Note the second sister is "Andrina," not "Adrina.") This information was verified using both the songbook lyrics and the book The Little Mermaid: Tales From Under the Sea. 16) What are the Disney Stores? The Disney Stores are a chain of retail stores dedicated entirely to Disney merchandise. They are located throughout the US and UK, and will soon be opening in Japan and Europe; for the location of the one nearest you, try calling the Disney Catalog at (800)-237-5751- there is a list in the Disney Catalog itself. The first Disney Store opened on May 28, 1987 in Glendale, CA. There are currently well over 100 stores in operation to date. I've found that the prices of certain merchandise are lower than those at the theme parks. The Disney Store model is different than an average retail store. As you enter, the Disney Store logo is large and prevalent, usually overhead. There are two glass cases to either side of the entrance one of which is used for seasonal features, and the other a Disney scene portrayed by plastic or wooden models. There are other exterior decorations, including a line of "film" which has in each frame a Disney character, being animated from one frame to the next. At the entrance of each store there is a "greeter" who stands and greets entering guests (customers), and says good- bye to departing guests. Inside the store, around the perimeter and overhead, are various scenes, which differ from store to store throughout the country. Some scenes are from the movies; most are from cartoon shorts or are original. There are usually two cash register locations, behind which hang Disney art (cels, serigraphs, etc.). At the back of the store is a large screen for playing scenes from movies, cartoons, music videos, etc., for the purpose of entertainment (and marketing Disney videos and soundtracks). The stores are kept well stocked and well organized. The Disney Store receives entirely new merchandise on a regular basis (on average about every two to three weeks). Every couple of months or so a new promotion with a different theme is emphasized, sometimes based on the season, other times based on the current movie in the theaters, etc. The employees, called "Cast Members," are intensively trained in Disney culture, and are routinely kept up to date with current activities at the theme parks, new programs on the Disney Channel, when new movies and videocassettes will become available, etc. There is an internal newsletter, called The Disney Store Scoop, and award programs for Guest Courtesy, Teamwork, etc. that are reflected in pins. One Cast Member told me that he received some rather substantial offers on his pins (which are not for sale). Cast Members also attend a fully paid Disney Store trip to see the latest animated film release twice a year. The Disney Store/Disney Catalog outfit is accessible via the online services CompuServe (GO DS) and Prodigy (JUMP DISNEY). Xref: bloom-picayune.mit.edu rec.arts.disney:11447 news.answers:4727 Path: bloom-picayune.mit.edu!enterpoop.mit.edu!mojo.eng.umd.edu!darwin.sura.net!mlb.semi.harris.com!uflorida!purdue!haven.umd.edu!uunet!seismo!tanida From: tanida@forseti.css.gov (Tom Tanida) Newsgroups: rec.arts.disney,news.answers Subject: rec.arts.disney FAQ, part 1c Summary: FAQ for rec.arts.disney Keywords: FAQ, disney Message-ID: <51657@seismo.CSS.GOV> Date: 16 Dec 92 22:46:12 GMT Expires: 16 Dec 92 22:46:11 GMT Sender: usenet@seismo.CSS.GOV Reply-To: tanida@esosun.css.gov (Tom Tanida) Followup-To: rec.arts.disney Lines: 637 Approved: news-answers-request@MIT.Edu Nntp-Posting-Host: beno.css.gov Originator: tanida@beno.CSS.GOV Archive-name: disney-faq/part1c Last-modified: 16 Dec 1992 17) Who were the "nine old men"? The "nine old men" were the group of lead animators who worked closely with Walt Disney and the Disney studios from around the mid 1940's to the mid 1980's. The term "nine old men" was a takeoff from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's term for the U.S. Supreme Court justices. The nine old men, in alphabetical order with a fraction of some of the notable characters and movies that they contributed to, are: Les Clark - Minnie Mouse, Mickey in Fantasia Marc Davis - Bambi, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Cruella in 101 Dalmatians Ollie Johnston - Dopey in Snow White, Mowgli in The Jungle Book, Bambi, Mr. Smee from Peter Pan Milt Kahl - Pinocchio, Robin Hood, Medusa in The Rescuers Ward Kimball - The Three Caballeros, Captain Hook in Peter Pan, Lucifer in Cinderella, Dwarves in Snow White Eric Larson - Figaro in Pinocchio, horses in Beethoven's 6th in Fantasia John Lounsbery - Ben Ali Gator in Fantasia, Bambi, Victory Through Air Power Wolfgang Reitherman - Goofy, Cinderella, Rite of Spring in Fantasia, The Aristocats Frank Thomas - Bambi, Sword in the Stone These nine men worked on many of the Disney classics, from Snow White to The Rescuers. Not all of the nine men worked on all of the movies (although there were some movies that all of them participated in, including Cinderella). Some of the other major animators at the Disney studios included Ub Iwerks, Norman Ferguson, Ken Anderson, Mary Blair, Bill Justice, Vladimir (Bill) Tytla, William Peet, and Wilfred Jackson (who was the first director for Walt Disney). 18) Who are the current Disney animators? Ruben Aquino - Ursula (The Little Mermaid); Maurice (Beauty and the Beast) James Baxter - Belle (Beauty and the Beast) Randy Cartwright- Magic Carpet (Aladdin) Lorna Cook - Contributed to Belle (Beauty and the Beast) Andreas Deja - Mickey Mouse (Prince and the Pauper); Triton (The Little Mermaid); Gaston (Beauty and the Beast); Jafar (Aladdin) Russ Edmonds- Max the dog (The Little Mermaid); Cody (The Rescuers Down Under); Philippe the horse (Beauty and the Beast) Eric Goldberg- Genie (Aladdin) Will Finn- Grimsby (The Little Mermaid); Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast); Iago the Parrot (Aladdin) Mark Henn - Stationed in Florida. Contributed heavily to the character development of Belle and Mrs. Potts/Chip. Was the lead animator on Jasmine (Aladdin). Glen Keane - Supervised The Fox and the Hound; characters include Ratigan (The Great Mouse Detective); Ariel (The Little Mermaid); Eagle (The Rescuers Down Under); Beast (Beauty and the Beast); Aladdin (Aladdin) Lisa Keene - Background artist/supervisor Duncan Majoribanks- Sebastian (The Little Mermaid), Abu (Aladdin) Tom Sito - Worked on layout and animated the Gaston wrestling scene in the pub (Beauty and the Beast) Dave Pruiksma- Bernard (The Rescuers Down Under); Mrs. Potts and Chip (Beauty and the Beast); Sultan (Aladdin) Nik Ranieri- Ursula (The Little Mermaid); Wilbur (The Rescuers Down Under); Luminere (Beauty and the Beast) Chris Wahl - Lefou (Beauty and the Beast), multiple characters (Aladdin) These animators led the teams that animated the characters they are credited with. Lead animators provide many of the story and character ideas, but I am sure that many other ideas (and a lot of hard work) come from the animators work for the lead animator. 19) Where can I get the movie poster for {Beauty and the Beast, other Disney movie}? You can try just about any movie poster dealer that deals in current posters. Prices will vary. Some things to know: Posters aren't easy to mail. You may need to send the seller a mailing tube in which to hold the rolled poster. The following list was obtained from the periodical Movie Collector's World, published at P.O. Box 309, Fraser, MI 48026. Phone: (313)-774- 4311. You might want to get a copy (published bi-weekly at a cover price of $2.50) to see all the ads for yourself. All of those listed here had at least one Disney title in their advertisements. Disclaimer: I can't vouch for any of these places personally, since I have not ordered from any of them. As always, additions to this list are welcome. Comic Castle 3148 Midway Drive #113, San Diego, CA 92110 (619)-222-3302 (Tu, W, Th only, 11-6 PST) Mike Kinder P.O. Box 772198, Winter Garden, FL 34777 (904)-394-3569, after 5 PM Mark J. Myler 3300 S. Tamarac #N101, Denver, CO 80231 (303)-368-1306 The Movie Gallery 2072 Front Street, East Meadow, NY 11554 (516)-794-0294 Pamela Banner 3409 Lake Montebello Dr., Baltimore, MD 21218-3151 (410)-235-7427 (10-6 EST M-Sa) Poster Emporium P.O. Box 16681, Raytown, MO 64133-6681 (800)-877-7860 Richard Hubel 549 88th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 (813)-578-1236 Walls of Fame 2798 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229 (718)-692-3200 If you do order from any of these (or other) places, I'd like to know about your experiences (positive or negative). 20) Where can I find a particular Disney book? How can I find an original version of a book that Disney adapted into a movie? One way is to consult your local big-chain bookseller (B. Dalton, Waldenbooks, BookStop, Bookstar, Crown Books, etc.). Many have listings, although many Disney books are out of print. If the book you are looking for is indeed out of print, your best hope is to search local used book resellers in your area. Note: Hyperion Press is owned by Disney. A good place to get information about books of any subject without leaving the comfort of your UNIX machine is via the online Melvyl Catalog. The Melvyl Catalog, accessible via Telnet, is an online card catalog listing for every book in the vast University of California library system. To access, try the following at your favorite UNIX prompt: unix% telnet melvyl.ucop.edu (You can substitute 31.0.1.0 for melvyl.ucop.edu if you don't have domain name resolution.) If you can FTP, you should be able to telnet .If you get a "network inaccessible error", you probably don't have the proper access to the outside world. If you have trouble, feel free to send me e-mail (tanida@esosun.css.gov) and I can try to find the book you want for you. If you can telnet, you'll be prompted for a terminal type. Use "Z99" (w/o the quotes) as your terminal type. Then press return. From here, you can use the online help by typing "help <subject>". Some useful commands: find su Disney = Finds "subject" Disney = any book with Disney as a subject word find pa Christopher Finch = Finds "personal author" Christopher Finch = books written by author Christopher Finch find tw Magic Kingdom = Finds "title words" Magic Kingdom = any books with the words "Magic Kingdom" Upon retrieving your results, you can use the display command: display all review = Display all in a review format display 10 long = Displays entry #10 in a long format (all the info- author, title, etc.) display 10 ISBN = Displays the ISBN number for entry #10 21) I remember a scene from Peter Pan where Tinkerbell is dying (having borne the brunt of the explosion from Captain Hook's trick present to Peter), and the audience is asked to clap to bring her back to life. Why isn't it on the Disney video? This scene never existed in the Disney version of Peter Pan. It did, however, exist in the Mary Martin stage version, which is also available on videocassette. The videocassette was released at about the same time the Disney version was released, so if you don't believe me, you can rent the play and see for yourself. :-) 22) What was the first Disney film ever to receive a PG rating? The first film was The Black Hole, on December 21, 1979. The first animated feature film was The Black Cauldron, on July 24, 1985. 99) Where can I get more Disney info? Mail Order: If you're interested in animation in general, or if you are looking for a good place to order harder to find videos, I recomment the Whole Toon Catalog. Call (206)-391-8747. Books: There are many books available about topics related to Disney, from biographies of Walt himself, to books about the near takeover of the Disney company in 1984, to books about Disney animation and history. Listed here are some of the many books available related to Disney subjects, in order by author. Many are probably out of print. Your contributions to this list are appreciated. Walt Disney's World of Fantasy, by Adrian Bailey; compiled and designed by Julie & Steve Ridgeway. Everest House, New York, 1982. ISBN: 0-896-96117-6 Covers the cinematography, animation, and special effects in the films from the Disney studios. 252 pages. Walt Disney's EPCOT Center, by Richard R. Beard H.N. Abrams, New York, 1982. ISBN: 0-8109-0819-0 An excellent work on EPCOT Center, covering its inception, design, and construction. Cover priced at $55.00. Disneyland: The Inside Story, by Randy Bright, forward by Michael Eisner. H.N. Abrams, New York, 1987. ISBN:0-810-90811-5 Coverage of the history of Disneyland. Highly recommended by more than one Disney fan on the Internet. 240 pages, including many color illustrations. Walt Disney's Fantasia, by John Culhane Harry N. Abrams, Inc., New York, NY, 1983, reprinted in 1987 ISBN 0-8109-8078-9 A discussion of Fantasia from its inception to completion. Individual chapters deal with each of the parts of the film. 221 pages. The Art of Walt Disney: From Mickey Mouse to the Magic Kingdoms, by Christopher Finch H. N. Abrams, New York, 1975 ISBN 0-810-90321-0 160 pages. Walt Disney's America, by Christopher Finch Abbeville Press, New York, NY, 1978 ISBN 0-896-59000-3 A biography of Walt Disney, focusing on his movie making. 301 pages. Prince of the Magic Kingdom, by Joe Flower John Wiley and Sons, Inc., New York, NY, 1991 ISBN 0-471-52465-4 History of the Walt Disney Company beginning with the appointment of Michael Eisner as CEO. Complete through 1991, the first third of the book covers the takeover attempt of 1984. The remainder of the book is a focus on Michael Eisner. 309 pages. Window On Main Street, by Van Arsdale France Laughter Publications, Inc., Nashua, NH, 1991. ISBN: 0-941613-17-8 (softcover) ISBN: 0-941613-18-6 (hardcover) Autobiography of Van Arsdale France, one of the major contributors to the creation and building of Disneyland. Includes many first-hand stories, original photographs, and illustrations. This book is published by the same group that publishes Storyboard magazine (information included below). 123 pages. Encyclopedia of Walt Disney's Animated Characters, by John Grant, foreword by David R. Smith Harper & Row, New York, 1987 ISBN 0-060-15777-1 A comprehensive list of Disney characters, including filmographies and a complete index. Includes a bibliography. 320 pages. (Note: The original edition is out of print, but a new version is to be released in January 1993.) The Man Behind The Magic: The Story of Walt Disney, by Katherine and Richard Greene Viking Penguin, 375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014, published in 1991 ISBN 0-670-82259-0 A more sugar-coated biography of Walt Disney's life than Leonard Mosley's Disney's World; it emphasizes Walt's role as a dreamer and covers how he achieved those dreams in the face of adversity. 183 pages. The Disney Touch: How a Daring Management Team Revived an Entertainment Empire, by Ron Grover Business One Irwin, Homewood, IL 1991 ISBN 1-556-23385-X The story of how Michael Eisner took over charge of the Walt Disney Company in 1984 and turned it into the company it is today. 315 pages. The Disney Studio Story, by Richard Holliss and Brian Sibley Crown Publishers, Inc. 225 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10003, published in 1988 ISBN 0-517-57078-5 Covers the history of Disney films, from the creation of Mickey Mouse through the films of 1987. Includes a synopsis of every Disney film and short on record. Also includes a list of Academy Awards and Oscar nominations. 256 pages. Justice for Disney, by Bill Justice Tomart Publications, 1992 ISBN 0-914293-13-3 Autobiography of Disney animator Bill Justice, including illustrations and photos. This was a limited, signed edition of 1000, with an original cover price of $45.00. 168 pages. Walt Disney and Assorted Other Characters: An Unauthorized Account of the Early Years at Disney's, by Jack Kinney, foreword by Leonard Maltin Harmony Books, New York, 1988 ISBN 0-517-57057-2 Biography of Walt and behind the scenes look at the Walt Disney studios. 207 pages with a cover price of $17.95. The Wonderful World of Disney Animals, by William R. Koehler Howell Book House, New York, 1979 ISBN 0-876-05810-1 Notes: Presents a behind-the-scenes account of the techniques and trials of training various animals who have appeared in Disney productions. 252 pages. Walt Disney: A Guide to References and Resources, by Elizabeth Leebron and Lynn Gartley G. K. Hall, Boston, 1979 ISBN 0-816-18004-8 The Disney Films, by Leonard Maltin ; research associate, Jerry Beck Crown, New York, 1984 (updated edition) ISBN 0-517-55407-0 (paperback) Written by Entertainment Tonight film critic and long-time Disney fan Leonard Maltin. Includes criticism and interpretation of the Disney animated films. 343 pages. Of Mice and Magic, by Leonard Maltin Crown, New York, 1987 ISBN 0-452-25993-2 Covers the major American cartoon studios, including Disney, Fleisher, Terry, Lantz, Warner Bros., etc. 485 pages. The Story of Walt Disney, by Diane Disney Miller as told to Pete Martin Holt, New York, 1957 Biography of Walt from the perspective of his daughter. Note that it was published ten years prior to Walt's death. 247 pages. Walt Disney, Master of Make-believe, by Elizabeth Rider Montgomery, illustrated by Vic Mays. Garrard Pub. Co., Champaign, Ill., 1971 ISBN 0-811-64568-1 Notes: A biography of cartoonist Walt Disney stressing his professional contribution to the film industry and influence on American life. 96 pages. Disney's World, by Leonard Mosley Stein and Day, New York, NY (hardcover, 1985) Published by Scarborough House, Chelsea, MI 48118 (paperback, 1990) Distributed by Independent Publishers Group, Chicago, IL 60610 ISBN 0-8128-8514-7 (paperback) One of the better biographies on Walt Disney's life that I've seen. Mosley is a noted biographer, and he obviously put a lot of research into this one. It is not wholly positive, but is certainly not the Disney-bashing found in Richard Schikel's The Disney Version. 330 pages. The Ultimate Disney Trivia Book, by Kevin Neary and Dave Smith Hyperion Press, New York, NY, December 1992 ISBN 1-56282-925-4 Contains 999 trivia questions (and answers) on the Disney characters, cartoon shorts, feature films, the Theme Parks, and Walt Disney himself. The Disney Version : The Life, Times, Art, and Commerce of Walt Disney, by Richard Schickel Simon and Schuster, New York, 1985 ISBN 0-671-54714-3 A generally negatively critical book about Walt Disney and the Disney company.