BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 We were lucky enough to see the original, long version of this parade in 2000 during the millennium celebration. I think it is my all-time favorite Disney parade (at least daytime parade). I still have the soundtrack cassette. Unfortunately this was back before I lugged a camera and took 1500 photos every trip. Anyone out there got any photos of this they can share? Vintage Walt Disney World: Tapestry of Nations Steps Offposted on September 26th, 2013 by Nate Rasmussen, Archivist, Marketing Resource Center Beating drums, igniting torches and dancing puppets – in September 1999, World Showcase at Epcot ushered in the Walt Disney World Millennium Celebration when Tapestry of Nations began its soft opening. Led by The Sage of Time, this parade showcased drummers riding aboard rolling percussion units and performers bringing puppets, designed by artist Michael Curry, to life from the Mexico pavilion to the Canada pavilion. Tapestry of Nations was performed twice nightly and showcased eight different puppets – Angel, Aztec, Birdman, Discman, Hammerman, Reverse Marionette, Sprite and Wiggle Girl. Take a close look at the puppeteer above. Sure, it’s from thirteen years ago, but that smile is still recognizable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouseketab.....Carol 1,261 Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 That parade was AWESOME!!!! Unfortunately, the poor CMs bout killed their backs working this parade. Was told there were "lots" of workmen's comp claims put in Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 Burning Man! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PureTcrazy...rita 380 Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 I saw this one too! It was during my Senior Trip sponsor time. It was awesome, the kids loved it! I bet it was rough on the backs of the cm's. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 I totally laughed at "soundtrack cassette" ahh back in the day lol. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magnoliafig 51 Posted September 29, 2013 Report Share Posted September 29, 2013 I have a few photos. I'll dig them out. It was my favorite too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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