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One sheet Disneyland vintage poster for General Electric's "Progressland" pavilion at the 1964-1965 New York World's Fair. The main attraction within this pavilion was the "Carousel of Progress," a rotating theater show created by Walt Disney himself.
The Progressland Exhibit & Carousel of Progress
Sponsorship and Creation: General Electric sponsored the pavilion, and the attraction was designed by Walt Disney and his Imagineers. It was a major hit at the fair and showcased the development of a typical American family's home life through the decades, highlighting the impact of electricity and technology.
Innovation: The show was presented in a unique revolving theater where the audience seating area rotated around a series of stationary stages. It was also one of the first attractions to feature human-like Audio-Animatronic figures.
Theme Song: The original attraction featured the iconic and optimistic song, "There's a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow," written by the Sherman Brothers.
Legacy: After the World's Fair closed, the "Carousel of Progress" attraction was moved to Disneyland in California and later relocated to Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom in Florida, where it still operates today. |
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