New D23 Issue Out and D23 Holding Two Special Events in December

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The new D23 magazine is out and it dives deep into "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" which releases into theaters December 16. In the issue film stars Felicity Jones and Alan Tudyk, director Gareth Edwards, and producer Kathleen Kennedy give readers and fans a glimpse into the making of the film. Kennedy reveals the origins of the first stand-alone film while Edwards reveals what it took to bring Darth Vader back to the big screen. 

The issue also gives us a look into the 30th Anniversary of Star Tours with detailed concept art and in-depth interviews including one with Alan Tudyk. Tudyk calls himself Disney's "lucky charm," he's been in several big Disney films recently including Big Hero 6, Frozen, Wreck-It-Ralph, and this month's release in Disney's next big animated film, Moana.

Speaking of "Moana," star Auli'i Cravalho who voices the character Moana discusses how she almost didn't audition for the role. There is details from the Imagineers who created the new Iron Man Experience in Hong Kong Disneyland opening in January. We also get an inside look at the new enhancements aboard the Disney Wonder which is set to debut real soon. There is that and so much more in the new issue. 

D23 will also be holding two special events for members in December to celebrate the holiday season. First up will be Light Up the Season with D23 on December 4 at Walt Disney Studios in California. Next up will be D23's Disney Springs Holiday Celebration on December 13 at Disney Springs in Disney World.

Here are the details on Light Up the Season with D23:

OVERVIEW
Celebrate the holiday season on the Disney Studio lot with activities, shopping, photo opportunities, delicious treats, and a special lighting of the Studio Christmas tree!

DETAILS
Experience begins at 4 p.m. and will end at approximately 7 p.m. Check-in will be from 3:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please do not arrive before 3:15 p.m. Available to Gold, Gold Family, and General Members. Gold and Gold Family Members will be required to show their D23 Membership Card

Every December, the Disney Studio in Burbank gets a little more magical as the spirit of the holiday season sweeps across the lot with twinkling lights, music, and festive decorations. Continuing the tradition, D23 Members and their guests are invited to Light Up the Season on the fabled Studio grounds and celebrate that special Disney time of year with wintertime activities and games, shopping, photo opportunities, and delicious treats—fun for the whole family!

Normally reserved for Disney Studio employees and cast members, Light Up the Season will extend an extra night so that Disney’s best fans can celebrate the season in a place like no other. Along with a special lighting of the Disney Studio Christmas Tree, D23 Members will enjoy:

• Holiday classics under the stars, surrounded by the stars of Legends Plaza
• Several holiday photo opportunities, including Disney character photo spot
• Holiday shopping opportunities at the Studio Store, where Disney authors will be on hand to sign their books*
• Local vendor booths with a variety of crafts and gifts
• Fun holiday games and prizes
• Complimentary treats
• Additional seasonal sweets and savories—including Walt’s Chili!—will be available for purchase

Tickets for this event will cost $20 per person (plus a $5 processing fee) for D23 Gold and Gold Family Members and $30 per person (plus a $5 processing fee) for General D23 members. Tickets for the event will be available on November 4 at 1 p.m. ET/ 10 a.m. PT. 

Here are the details on D23's Disney Springs Holiday Celebration:

OVERVIEW
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with your D23 family at Disney Springs with reserved seating for a Walt Disney World Holiday Services Q&A, shopping discounts and merchandise, delicious treats, and a few ho-ho-holiday surprises!

DETAILS
Experience begins at 4:30 p.m. and will end at approximately 6:30 p.m. Check-in will begin at 4 p.m. Please do not expect to check-in before 4 p.m. Available to Gold, Gold Family, and General Members
Gold and Gold Family Members will be required to show their D23 Membership Card.

Join your D23 family for reserved seating at a special Q&A presentation with a representative from Walt Disney World Holiday Services to learn how an extraordinary team of Cast Members decorates four theme parks, more than a dozen resorts, Disney Springs, and, of course, much more for the merriest time of year!

But first, celebrate the holiday season at Disney Springs and be transported to a winter wonderland Guests in attendance will have the opportunity to pick up a complimentary cup of hot cocoa and an exclusive sweet treat, as well as shop at various locations along the way.

Of course, the celebration wouldn’t be complete without all attendees receiving a D23 reusable souvenir mug and some additional ho-ho-holiday surprises!

Tickets for this event cost $10 per person (plus a $5 processing fee) for D23 Gold and Gold Family Members. Tickets for Gold and Gold Family members go on sale on November 14 at 3 pm EST/12 p.m. PST. Tickets for General members will cost $10/person plus $5 processing fee and will go on sale November 21 at 1 pm EST/10 am PST.