New Details and Concept Art Revealed for The Magic of Disney Animation Coming to Hollywood Studios

Disney Releases Full Map and Stunning Concept Art for Reimagined Magic of Disney Animation

Exciting changes are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios later this summer as the park prepares for the return of a classic. While the newly reimagined Animation Courtyard is already welcoming guests, Disney has just dropped a brand-new “fun map” and detailed concept art revealing exactly what to expect inside the upcoming Magic of Disney Animation attraction.

Inspired by the Emmy Award-winning short film Once Upon A Studio, the reimagined pavilion is housed in a building designed to mimic the iconic Roy E. Disney Animation Building in California, complete with Mickey Mouse’s giant Sorcerer Hat sitting on top.

Inside, guests will find a massive collection of interactive spaces themed around real animation studio departments—but with a magical twist where Disney characters have completely taken over.

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Here is a full breakdown of the incredible new lands, meet-and-greets, and interactive experiences revealed in the new layout map.

Step Inside a Whimsical Mary Blair Playground at Drawn to Wonderland

For younger guests and families, the map highlights an immersive indoor play area called “Drawn to Wonderland.” This vibrant, climate-controlled space is fully inspired by Disney Legend Mary Blair’s original concept art for Alice in Wonderland.

Little ones can burn off energy running through a hedge maze, sliding down a roller slide, or moving interactive props around the Mad Tea Party table. The land features the distinctive, bold color palettes of Tulgey Wood, the Mad Hatter’s house, and the Queen of Hearts’ rose garden. Best of all for parents, the area includes plenty of seating paired with electronic device charging stations to help you power up while the kids play.

Meet Beloved Characters at Off the Page

The back wall of the pavilion will host “Off the Page,” a massive interactive meet-and-greet area designed to showcase different steps of the animation process. Guests will get to pose with their favorite characters, with each specific backdrop highlighting a unique phase of production.

The lineup features an incredible mix of classic and modern characters, including

• Mulan representing Story
• Rapunzel representing Layout
• Chip ‘n’ Dale representing Hand-Drawn Animation
• Donald and Daisy representing Computer Animation
• Goofy representing Lighting
• Stitch representing Effects

Above the character queues, a massive mural will showcase dozens of recognizable and obscure characters. Imagineers have confirmed that every single Walt Disney Animation Studios film will be represented somewhere within the attraction or the surrounding courtyard. Additionally, guests can hang out in a comfortable “reception lounge” that uses the pavilion’s historic glass windows to offer a wide view of all the character meet-and-greets.

Learn to Sketch with an Advanced Olaf Audio-Animatronic

For those looking to brush up on their artistic skills, the previously announced “Olaf Draws!” experience will feature a highly advanced Audio-Animatronics figure of everyone’s favorite snowman sitting at an animator’s desk.

Guests will take a seat and follow step-by-step drawing tutorials recorded by real Disney Animation artists. The rotation of characters you can learn to sketch includes timeless classics and new favorites, such as Genie with animator Eric Goldberg, Moana with story artist Samantha Vilfort, and Mickey Mouse with director Dan Abraham. Original dialogue for the attraction was recorded by Josh Gad specifically to help inspire the next generation of young artists.

Experience Extra Magic Inside the Once Upon a Studio Theater

The pavilion will also feature a dedicated theater showing Once Upon A Studio. To make the viewing experience even more special, Disney is adding projection and physical effects to the room, allowing the characters on screen to seamlessly pop up along the theater walls around you.

The attraction will round out with an enchanted art gallery where traditional Disney concept art will secretly spring to life with brand-new, exclusive character animations.

The Magic of Disney Animation is set to officially open its doors to guests later this summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.