Q&A: Disneyland Paris Imagineer talks about Christmas past
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Q&A: Disneyland Paris Imagineer talks about Christmas past

Christmas is a special time to share precious moments with the ones we love, and the same is true at Disneyland Paris. To celebrate the holidays, Imagineers and cast members at the park have decided to share their most cherished Christmas memories – starting with Yves Ben Yeta, creative director at Walt Disney Imagineering.

The history of Star Wars’ Ahsoka Tano: Q&A with voice actress Ashley Eckstein
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The history of Star Wars’ Ahsoka Tano: Q&A with voice actress Ashley Eckstein

Just recently, Ahsoka Tano made her first live-action appearance on television in “The Mandalorian” on Disney+, and fans of the animated Star Wars shows were ecstatic! But Star Wars Weekends fans know that wasn’t actually her first live-action appearance. We discuss her appearances and speak with the one who originated the role, Ashley Eckstein.

Q&A: Former cast member Rachel Adams shares her Disney dream
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Q&A: Former cast member Rachel Adams shares her Disney dream

Rachel Adams joined Walt Disney World in 2002 through the Disney College Program, then as a full-time cast member in 2003. She has had roles at the All-Star Music Resort, Disney Fairytale Weddings, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Park Event Operations, Media Operations and Catering Operations.

Working for Disney isn’t ‘just a job’ for some – it’s magical
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Working for Disney isn’t ‘just a job’ for some – it’s magical

Rachel Adams has been making magic since before she graduated college. A Disney College Program student, Adams became a full-time cast member at Walt Disney World immediately after graduating. But now, after 17 years, Adams is seeking opportunities separate from the mouse.

Q&A: Looking back on decades of magic with Christopher Miovac, Disney cast member
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Q&A: Looking back on decades of magic with Christopher Miovac, Disney cast member

Christopher “Kirby” Miovac landed his first job at Disneyland Resort before he graduated high school. At 14, he appeared in “Fantasy on Parade” as a hippo in the Robin Hood unit. From various jobs within the entertainment unit, he went on to join the Broadcast Services department. In all, Miovac worked full-time on and off…

Q&A: Turning common objects magical with Richard Vallet, props director at Disneyland Paris
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Q&A: Turning common objects magical with Richard Vallet, props director at Disneyland Paris

The decoration workshop at Disneyland Paris is a little-known and yet essential service. It manufactures and repairs all the objects and accessories used during parades and shows at the resort, especially during the Disney Halloween Festival. Check out this interview with Richard Vallet, props director in the workshop, as he shares more about his job.