It’s here later this week and StarWars.com bring a look at everything you need to know about the saga at the D23 Expo. There’s the costume exhibit, the Lucasfilm pavilion, the Disney Plus pavilion and some exclusive merchandise as well as a selection of panels.
With a packed panel schedule over the three-day event, there’s sure to be plenty of news!
Disney Legends Ceremony
Friday, August 23, 2019
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hall D23The ceremony, hosted by Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger, will once again honor those visionaries and artists who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy, including the legendary voice of Darth Vader and The Mandalorian showrunner. This year’s recipients are: Wing Chao, Robert Downey Jr., Jon Favreau, James Earl Jones, Bette Midler, Kenny Ortega, Barnette Ricci, Robin Roberts, Diane Sawyer, Ming-Na Wen, and Hans Zimmer.
The Music and Sounds of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Friday, August 23, 2019
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
D23 Expo ArenaStep into the world of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, now open at Disneyland Resort and opening August 29 at Walt Disney World Resort, with a closer look at the soundscape and music, including the new theme by legendary composer John Williams, that makes Batuu and Black Spire Outpost come to life.
Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series – Episode II First Look
Friday, August 23, 2019
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Stage 28Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series lets you become the hero of your own personal adventure as you step into the role of a Force-sensitive smuggler recruited by Darth Vader himself. Director Ben Snow, Senior Experience Designer Jose Perez III, and Lucasfilm Story Group Creative Executive Matt Martin take the stage for an in-depth discussion about the upcoming second episode, including an exclusive sneak peek that will be available only to those at D23 Expo.
Disney+ Showcase
Friday, August 23, 2019
3:30p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hall D23The highly anticipated streaming service Disney+ will give guests a first look at some of its original content including the upcoming Star Wars live-action series The Mandalorian. Executive producer Jon Favreau will be joined by Dave Filoni and other special guests for a sneak peek at what’s to come in the series. Fans won’t want to miss this star-studded presentation!
Go Behind the Scenes with The Walt Disney Studios
Saturday, August 24, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hall D23Fans will glimpse what’s on the drawing board for the acclaimed filmmakers at Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios and get a peek at the exciting slate of live-action projects, from Disney to Marvel Studios to Lucasfilm’s Star Wars. As always, attendees will be treated to exclusive footage, special guest appearances, and more! Cell phones, cameras, and all recording devices will be checked for this presentation.
Heroines of the Disney Galaxies, Presented by BoxLunch
Sunday, August 25, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Stage 28Join the voice of Ahsoka Tano, Ashley Eckstein (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, creator of Her Universe) and special guests for a celebration of some of the most inspiring and empowered heroines from the worlds of Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and more!
Inspiring Women Behind Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Sunday, August 25, 2019
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Stage 28From leveraging design talents to create Black Spire Outpost, to penning the stories that guests will uncover as they explore, these women used their diverse perspectives and skills to create the groundbreaking land of Batuu and transport visitors to a galaxy far, far away inside Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts. On Sunday, meet the women behind the magic, including Lucasfilm’s Vice President of Development Carrie Beck and other talented special guests who have helped to bring the world of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to life.
We’ll be bringing coverage of D23 Expo over the weekend and into next week.
