D23 Expo 2009
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815,000 square feet… three floors of dazzling exhibit space… 87 show-stopping presentations, panels and movie screenings…. celebrities galore, from Johnny Depp (in full Captain Jack Sparrow regalia) and Miley Cyrus to Tim Burton and Nicolas Cage (and even Darth Vader!). For four magical days and nights, the action-packed inaugural D23 Expo exhilarated thousands of fans at the Anaheim Convention Center, delivering huge dollops of pixie dust at the largest-ever gathering of all things Disney.
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Check out our complete recap of D23 Expo 2009:
 The Inaugural D23 Expo
Whether it was a penchant for pirates or a proclivity for pixies, everyone shared a love for Disney.
 Cars and Toys and Frogs, Oh My!
Fans filled the D23 Arena for the “The Future of Disney and Pixar Animation” at the D23 Expo.
 A Magical Afternoon
From the moment the cast of Wizards of Waverly Place entered the room for their panel, they had the crowd under their spell!
 D23 Expo Blog, Day 4
The Expo is an event we’ve had circled on our collective calendars for so long!
 A Prince of a Preview
Writer Rob Edwards and co-directors John Musker and Ron Clements preview The Princess and the Frog.
 Growing Up Disney
Roy Patrick Disney grew up the son of the son of one of the greatest businessmen who ever lived – Roy O. Disney.
 Meet Otto!
This is D23 and D23 Expo Web site editor Max Lark’s third report from the inaugural D23 Expo.
 Dynamic Changes Ahead
Day 3 — “Imagineering the Future of Disney Parks” presentation.
 Treasure Island
This is D23 and D23 Expo Web site editor Max Lark’s third report from the inaugural D23 Expo.
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 ABC Takes a Walk on the Funny Side!
During the network’s jam-packed presentation, on day one of the D23 Expo, fans got exclusive sneak peeks.
 Imagine That
beloved Disney Imagineers recounted some of their favorite Disney memories for an audience of a few hundred avid Disney aficionados.
 Disney Answers the Call of the Wild!
Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz announced new Disney Cruise Line offerings and adventures.
 Stars and Surprises
Take a standing-room only arena, toss in a live orchestra, movie sneak previews and surprise appearances at the D23 Expo!
 Early Morning Wakeup Call!
This is D23 and D23 Expo Web site editor Max Lark’s second report from the inaugural D23 Expo.
 The View From the Top
When Disney President and CEO Bob Iger took to the D23 Arena stage this morning, it was abundantly clear he needed no introduction.
 Joining the Circle
The Disney Legends Ceremony was held for the first time ever off Disney property today as part of the inaugural D23 Expo.
 Tomorrow’s the Big Day…
D23′s Max Lark previews the D23 Expo on the eve of the ultimate Disney fan experience.
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