Disney D23 Expo 2019 Schedule Announced

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Mark your calendars, as the schedule has been announced for Disney's D23 Expofor 2019

Friday, August 23
10:30 am
The Disney Legends Awards Ceremony
"The 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. 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."

3:30 p.m
"The highly anticipated streaming service Disney+ will give guests a first look at some of its original content including Lady and the Tramp, The Mandalorian, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and many more during this star-studded presentation."

Saturday, August 24
10:00 a.m.
From Disney to Marvel Studios to Star Wars, The Walt Disney Studios and Pixar Animation Studios will present a behind-the-scenes look at its blockbuster collection of upcoming films

Sunday, August 25
10:30 a.m. 
"Step into the magical world of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products with Chairman Bob Chapek to find out what’s new and what’s next for resorts around the globe, including more about the transformational plans for Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

These Expo favorites will take place in “Hall D23,” the 6,800-seat venue located in Hall D of the Anaheim Convention Center. The schedule of Hall D23 Events and Presentations is as follows (all events subject to change and additional events to be announced in the coming weeks)
(Source: D23.com)

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Jon Favreau (executive producer on The Mansalorian) and Dave Filoni (supervising director on Star Wars: The Clone Wars and writer/director on The Mandalorian) will joined by other special guests during the Disney+ panel at Expo 23 on Friday, August 23 at 3:30 p.m. in Hall D23, for a sneak preview of the upcoming live-action series The Mandalorian. 
 

At the Lucasfilm pavilion, attendees will also have a chance to check out the Stormtrooper exhibit from SDCC, as well as, an area for younger guests. 
(Source: StarWars.com)

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StarWars.com reveals the details for the upcoming D23 Expo ( Aug 23 – Aug 26)
 
In addition to the Exolution of the Stormtrooper display (first seen at SDCC), there will e a special pavilion for families and younger guests,
a Disney+ Pavilion (with a chance to sign up, as well a preview of The Mandalofrian, which debuts November 12th.

There will also be some products available ahead of the official product launch in September.

Here's a look at some of the panels:
Disney Legends Ceremony
Friday, August 23, 2019
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hall D23

Jon Favreau and James Earl Jones are among this year's inductees 

The Music and Sounds of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Friday, August 23, 2019
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
D23 Expo Arena

Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series – Episode II First Look
Friday, August 23, 2019
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Stage 28

Disney+ Showcase
Friday, August 23, 2019
3:30p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Hall D23

The 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 D23

Heroines of the Disney Galaxies, Presented by BoxLunch
Sunday, August 25, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Stage 28

Join host Ashley Eckstein (voice of Ahsoka Tano), 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 28

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.

Check out StarWars.com for more information