Recently, the Hall of Presidents attraction at Disney World was updated to include President Obama. Historian and author Doris Kearns Goodwin was consulted by the Disney Imagineers for historical accuracy. Here’s a bit on the making of the updated attraction:
And here’s a behind-the-scenes video of recording Obama:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NosYRp4Q6CUDisney Insider writes:
There are many more additions to the show to see. For one, now George Washington speaks, for the first-time ever at the Hall of Presidents, delivering a historic address inspired by a speech he gave on the occasion of his second inauguration, when he described his feelings about being elected by the people to be the first president. And the show now concludes with a choir singing “America the Beautiful”-a moment guaranteed to put a lump in the throats of Guests.
In addition, Pam [Fisher, the Senior Show Writer and Director for the Hall of Presidents] explains, Imagineers have taken the opportunity to give the show its first facelift and sprucing up since 1993. “All the costumes have been refreshed, and some beards and wigs have been replaced. We’re using new digital systems-including video projection, the lighting system, and the show control system. We even have new curtains!”
Finally, here’s the show:
(Nod: Ben)
