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Fantasia 2000 Premieres New Year's Eve

Reworked Disney classic will kick off with symphony, black-tie affair

"Fantasia/2000" includes seven exciting new visual interpretations of classical pieces as well as two returning favorites from the original 1940 release. Using breakthrough animation technology along with the time-honored traditions of Disney craftsmanship, the film showcases the talents of a new generation of animators and filmmakers as they push the boundaries of their imaginations and visually interpret the classical compositions of such music masters as Beethoven, Shostakovich, Respighi, Saint-Sa'ns, Elgar, Gershwin and Stravinsky.

The 2000-guest magical black-tie affair begins with an Epicurean feast specially created and prepared by the celebrated chef Joachim Splichal and Patina Catering. Following dinner, gala festivities will kick off with a special screening of "Fantasia/2000" with live orchestral accompaniment in the Pasadena Civic Auditorium.

After the film, the evening's party shifts into high gear with dancing and music, featuring live performances by legendary band Chicago and the swing sensation, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Of course, there will also be a spectacular midnight countdown complete with pyrotechnics and confetti to ring in the New Year.

"Fantasia/2000' is the culmination of all the hard work and devotion that's gone into bringing Walt's fondest wish into reality," Vice chairman of The Walt Disney Company and head of Walt Disney Feature Animation, Roy E. Disney said in a company press release. "What better way to recognize the vision of one man whom began building on a dream in the 20th century, than by sharing the magic with everyone as we enter the new millennium. This is truly the celebration of a lifetime."

Tickets for the event are $2000 each. A portion of the ticket sales will benefit the California Institute of the Arts. Following its special New Year's Eve presentation, the celebration continues as "Fantasia/2000" makes its debut on January 1, 2000 in IMAX theaters all over the world. On that same date, Roy E. Disney will act as the 2000 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshall presiding over the 111th Rose Parade and 86th Rose Bowl Game.

Source: Company Press Release

DATE: 8/12/99

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