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Abraham Lincoln Returns to the Disneyland Resort

Monday, January 18, 2010
Celebrate the return of the most patriotic attraction at Disneyland ® Park just in time for President's Day 2010! Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, a beloved attraction for nearly 45 years and a historic landmark in the development of Audio-Animatronics® technology, has reopened in the Main Street Opera House. With a new, stunningly lifelike Abraham Lincoln figure and an enriched presentation, the refreshed attraction combines the best elements of the original Disneyland ® Park 1965 show and the most advanced technical enhancements. (The show first opened at the 1964 New York World’s Fair.)

The new Lincoln figure represents several major milestones. The fully electric head – a first for human Disney Audio-Animatronics figures, which are traditionally hydraulically operated – is based on an all-new sculpt that is more lifelike than in previous versions of the show. Thanks to Imagineers, Lincoln is more realistic than ever before as he rises from his chair and speaks.

Upon entering the Main Street Opera House, you'll encounter a redesigned lobby, including a separate presentation of items relating to Abraham Lincoln’s life and work. In the auditorium, you will first view an onscreen program about Lincoln and the Civil War that features digitally enhanced versions of pictures and sound created for past versions of the show along with fresh material. Next, the state-of-the-art figure of the 16th President of the United States will take the stage to deliver a speech composed of highlights from speeches made by Lincoln during his lifetime. When the 15-minute show concludes, you'll exit through a gallery depicting notable Americans who have followed in Lincoln’s footsteps and continue to inspire others.

Some of the latest enhancements to the show include:

• New Audio-Animatronics technology gives Abraham Lincoln more emotion and vitality during his speech.

• New, specially commissioned artwork by animator John Pomeroy of "Pocahontas" is on display.

• Audiences hear the original audio voice narration that has been preserved and made sharper using digital technology.

• The narration includes passages never heard in past Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln presentations.

Utilizing advanced technology to present Lincoln's words for a more innovative and inspirational journey, this re-opening provides a fresh take on the nostalgic presentation. Experience this attraction in its fully restored glory on your next Disneyland ® Resort vacation

For an especially patriotic President's Day weekend, come see Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln and save big with our 3rd Night Free Specials!  Our 3 Night vacation packages start at just $503 and include hotel accommodations at the Castle Inn and 2 adult 3-Day Disneyland ® Resort Park Hopper ® Bonus Tickets.  Extra 3-Day Disney tickets for additional travelers are just $146 each...that's a $28 savings per ticket over gate prices!  We have many more hotels to choose from, but you'll want to book now for best availability over the holiday weekend.  Or, extend your stay and Get 2 Nights Free When You Buy 3!  Either way, you're guaranteed to have a magical and affordable Disneyland ® Resort vacation when you book with Get Away Today.
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