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Plongez dans l’histoire de Main Street, U.S.A., de sa création en 1955 à Disneyland en Californie jusqu’à son aboutissement à Euro Disneyland. L’épisode retrace les étapes-clés du développement de cette zone emblématique, des ambitions initiales aux adaptations nécessaires pour séduire le public européen.Vous découvrirez :Les choix artistiques, économiques et culturels derrière les différentes versions de Main Street aux États-Unis, au Japon et en France.Les défis relevés par Walt Disney Imagineering lors du renouveau de l’entreprise dans les années 1980.La course contre-la-montre pour livrer une version victorienne de Main Street à temps pour l’ouverture du parc le 12 avril 1992.Les retombées d’un projet jugé "trop bon" et les enseignements tirés par Eddie Sotto, l’un des concepteurs clés du projet.--------------LiensLe livre est disponible sur le site : www.mainstory.fr Suivez-nous sur:Twitter — mainstory_editInstagram — main.storyFacebook —  mainstroy.dlp

Dive into the story of Main Street, U.S.A., from its original creation in 1955 at Disneyland California to its final form at Euro Disneyland. This episode explores the key milestones in the development of this iconic area, from early ambitions to the adjustments needed to appeal to a European audience.You'll discover:The artistic, economic, and cultural choices behind the various versions of Main Street in the U.S., Japan, and France.The challenges faced by Walt Disney Imagineering during its 1980s revival.The race against time to deliver a Victorian-style Main Street for the park’s opening on April 12, 1992.The consequences of a project considered "too good" and the key takeaways from the experience, as shared by lead designer Eddie Sotto.LinksThe book is available for free at : ⁠www.mainstory.fr ⁠Follow us on:Twitter — ⁠mainstory_edit⁠Instagram — ⁠main.story⁠Facebook —  ⁠mainstroy.dlp⁠

Retour sur le projet, message personnel et remerciement

Looking back on the project, personal message, and acknowledgements

What stands out from this project and what Eddie Sotto takes away from this adventure.

For your convenience, we have omitted descriptions of the locations and window tributes. If you want to know more, please consult the book.

Returning to the Victorian version meant working against the clock to meet the opening deadlines of April 12, 1992. However, it also brought about the consequences of a park considered "too good."

This chapter revisits the renewal of Walt Disney Imagineering and the foundations of the future Euro Disneyland project (Euro Disney Resort), focusing particularly on Main Street, U.S.A. New concepts are explored, fresh ideas are launched, and a completely changed vision emerges.

This chapter discusses the realization of the Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida, and the first park outside the United States, Tokyo Disneyland.

The Disney studios faced internal tensions and financial setbacks, particularly during the Second World War. Walt began to dream of a project, envisioning revolutionizing the world of amusement parks.

Explore the foundations of this "land" created in 1955 at Disneyland, leading up to its Parisian version, where several iterations were considered to meet the expectations of future European visitors.It's a narrative that delves into the economic, artistic, and entertainment stakes of Disney parks associated with this area.