As previously announced, Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ will make their return to D23 Expo 2022, showcasing the ultimate streaming lineup of live and on-demand content. During the three-day Ultimate Fan Event, presented by Visa, attendees can enjoy immersive experiences, talent appearances, and photo opportunities at The Disney Bundle Pavilion along with live demos of the latest features on Disney+, special perks for Disney+ subscribers across the show floor, and much more.
Below is the Disney Bundle Pavilion stage schedule with times and events subject to change (all times PT):
Friday, September 9
10:00 a.m. – Morning Yoga with Zenimation: Ease into the day with a yoga session featuring yoga instructor Julio Bajdaun and inspired by the soothing sights and sounds of Walt Disney Animation Studios' Zenimation, now streaming on Disney+.
10:35 a.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - Hulu: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with Hulu-themed trivia.
11:00 a.m. – Remembering: A Discussion with filmmakers Brie Larson & Elijah Allan-Blitz: Enter The World of Imagination. Academy-Award winner Brie Larson and Emmy-winning director Elijah Allan-Blitz invite you to discuss their all-new original short film Remembering.
11:35 a.m. – Pixar’s Onward Story Presentation by Story Supervisor Kelsey Mann: Discover the magic behind how the fantasy world of Onward came to life. Join story supervisor Kelsey Mann as he reveals the secrets behind Pixar’s amazing story process and how this film went from quest to screen.
12:00 p.m. – To the Edge of the Unknown from National Geographic with Jimmy Chin and Alex Honnold: Renowned professional athletes, collaborators and friends Jimmy Chin and Alex Honnold talk candidly about preparing for Alex’s generation-defining “Free Solo” climb, what has changed since then and what drives them to pursue the Edge of the Unknown.
12:35 p.m. – Sketch with an Animator: Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Eric Goldberg: Legendary Disney Animation director and animator Eric Goldberg demonstrates how to draw Mickey Mouse, in celebration of Disney 100 Years of Wonder.
1 p.m. – Eli’s Places Screening: Catch an episode of the college extension of Peyton Manning’s popular Peyton’s Places, with two-time Super Bowl champion and former Ole Miss star Eli Manning.
1:35 p.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - Disney+ Originals: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with Disney+ Originals-themed trivia.
1:55 p.m. – From ka-chow to Cars on the Road, the history of Pixar’s Cars with Jay Ward: Sit back and enjoy the drive as Pixar’s creative director Jay Ward shares landmarks and milestones that shaped and influenced the Cars films, Cars Land, and the new series Cars on the Road, now on Disney+.
3:05 p.m. – O.G. Simpsons with David Silverman and Al Jean: Test your Simpsons knowledge and get inside the minds of writers, animators, and producers Al Jean and David Silverman, two of the masterminds behind The Simpsons Shorts, now streaming on Disney+.
3:30 p.m. – Learn to Take Epic Photos with National Geographic’s Bertie Gregory: Wildlife filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory shares tips on how to take epic photos using your smartphone. He demonstrates techniques he uses to film his new Disney+ series Epic Adventures to help you make the most of every shot.
3:50 p.m. – Across the Bundle Spotlights: Voces Unidas Panel: Hispanic creators and stars from across the Bundle discuss the importance of representation in media, and how they draw from personal experience to create multifaceted Latino stories, beyond traditional portrayals, that resonate. Panelists include: Gabriel Llanas (National Treasure: Edge of History, Disney+), Frankie Quiñones (This Fool, Hulu), and Katia Castorena (LaLiga / Somos Afro Latinos, ESPN+). Moderated by ABC7’s Anabel Munoz.
4:25 p.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - ESPN+: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with ESPN+-themed trivia.
4:45 p.m. – Subscriber Perks Showcase: Explore a custom curation of perks, offers, and so much more just for DIsney+ Subscribers. Including some very special extras only at D23 Expo!
5:25 p.m. – Sketch with an Animator: Firebuds' Craig Gerber and Jose Zelaya: Join Emmy Award-winning creator/executive producer Craig Gerber and character designer Jose Zelaya for a presentation on Disney Junior's upcoming new series Firebuds, including an interactive segment where attendees will learn how to draw one of the main characters from the series.
6:00 p.m. – What’s Up with What’s Up, Disney+?: What's Up, Disney+ hosts Jenny Lorenzo and Andre Meadows go head-to-head in a game of How Well Do You Know Your Co-Host? Will they be #FriendshipGoals? Join the fun to see if they'll guess each other's favorite animated Disney+ character, most unforgettable What's Up Disney+ moment, and more!
6:25 p.m. – Hulu Dance Party: There’s no shortage of obsession-worthy content on Hulu – from live music festivals to work inspired by the greatest performers of our time. Now, the streamer is bringing the hits to D23 Expo. End the day at the Hulu Dance Party with live Hulu-inspired DJ sets under the Disney Bundle Pavilion.
Saturday, September 10
10:00 a.m. – Morning Yoga with Zenimation: Ease into the day with a yoga session featuring yoga instructor Julio Bajdaun and inspired by the soothing sights and sounds of Walt Disney Animation Studios' Zenimation, now streaming on Disney+.
10:35 a.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - ESPN+: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with ESPN+-themed trivia.
10:55 a.m. – American Born Chinese: Exclusive First Look at the Series: Series creators discuss bringing the popular graphic novel to screen.
11:15 a.m. – Solving the Mystery: Get to Know the Cast of The Mysterious Benedict Society: Get to know Mystic Inscho, Marta Kessler, Seth B. Carr and Emmy DeOliveira, the cast of The Mysterious Benedict Society, through an interactive game of “Superlatives.”
11:35 a.m. – Decoding the Puzzle: Decode Disney History with the Cast of National Treasure: Edge of History: The stars of National Treasure: Edge of History reveal behind-the-scenes secrets on the making of the series and then fans can play along with the cast as they try to answer some Disney history trivia and solve some puzzles.
11:55 a.m. – Test Your Disney Sports Knowledge: Take Your Shot with the cast of Big Shot: How Well Do You Know Disney Sports Trivia? Take your shot with the cast of Big Shot. The stars of Big Shot reveal some tidbits of season two and then play a fun Disney sports trivia game, featuring 12 sports trivia questions.
12:10 p.m. – A Conversation with Frozen Filmmakers with Academy Award® Winners Chris Buck (Director) and Peter Del Vecho (Producer): Join Academy Award-winning filmmakers Chris Buck and Peter Del Vecho for a conversation about the iconic Frozen films.
1:10 p.m. – Sketch with an Animator: Solar Opposites’ Lindsay Carrozza: Art Director Lindsay Carrozza demonstrates how to draw the adorable and mischievous Pupa from the hit Hulu Original series, Solar Opposites.
1:35 p.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - Disney+ 90's Throwbacks: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with 90’s throwbacks- themed trivia.
2:00 p.m. – Inside The Orville: Get the inside scoop on Seth MacFarlane's sci-fi series with cast members Penny Johnson, Scott Grimes, J. Lee and Anne Winters. The Orville is now streaming on Hulu & Disney+.
2:35 p.m. – America’s Caddie Hits the Road: Join Michael Collins (aka America’s Caddie) for an interview with golf analyst and WWE superstar Jonathan Coachman, hitting on all the ways fans can discover and enjoy golf content on ESPN+. Collins, a senior golf analyst at ESPN, also worked for 20 years as a standup comedian.
3:10 p.m. – Disney+ Sing-Along with Darren Criss: Darren Criss, from Muppets Haunted Mansion and Glee, hits the Disney Bundle Pavilion for a rousing sing-along from the Disney+ classic songbook.
3:50 p.m. – Across the Bundle Spotlights: Made by Her Panel: Creators from across the Bundle will celebrate the women who inspired them & forged the path they now walk. They will discuss how they found their own voices, and their hopes for the next generation of female identifying people in the industry. Panelists include: Josie Trinidad (Zootopia+, Disney+), Raamla Mohamed (Reasonable Doubt, Onyx Collective), and Jalaine Edwards (Why Not Us: Southern Dance, ESPN+). Moderated by ABC7’s Coleen Sullivan.
4:25 p.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - Hulu: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with Hulu-themed trivia.
4:50 p.m. – Meet the Muppets: The Muppets Mayhem Conversation hosted by Tahj Mowry: It’s time to play the music! Join host Tahj Mowry in conversation with members of the legendary Electric Mayhem band – Floyd, Janice and Animal – as they discuss their new Disney+ show, The Muppets Mayhem, which chronicles the band’s journey through Hollywood to record their first album.
5:15 p.m. – Smart Guy: The 25th Anniversary: Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 90’s hit, Smart Guy, starring Tahj Mowry and streaming now on Disney+.
5:45 p.m. – A conversation with Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules writer and producer Jeff Kinney: Best-selling author Jeff Kinney stops by the Disney Bundle Pavilion stage to talk about the beloved Diary Of A Wimpy Kid book series and the upcoming animated sequel on Disney+, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules.
6:25 p.m. – Hulu Dance Party: There’s no shortage of obsession-worthy content on Hulu – from live music festivals to work inspired by the greatest performers of our time. Now, the streamer is bringing the hits to D23 Expo. End the day at the Hulu Dance Party with live Hulu-inspired DJ sets under the Disney Bundle Pavilion.
Sunday, September 11
10:00 a.m. – A Conversation with Encanto Filmmakers with Academy Award Winners Jared Bush (Director/Writer), Clark Spencer (Producer), and Yvett Merino (Producer): Join Academy Award-winning filmmakers Jared Bush, Yvett Merino and Clark Spencer for a conversation about Encanto.
10:35 a.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - ESPN+: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with ESPN+-themed trivia.
11:00 a.m. – Outsmarting Black Market Scammers with TRAFFICKED’s Mariana van Zeller: Award-winning National Geographic journalist Mariana van Zeller discusses her exploration of the world’s most secretive black markets and shares tips to recognize and avoid scammers targeting regular people in the multi trillion-dollar shadow economy.
11:55 a.m. – Kim Possible: The 20th Anniversary: Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Kim Possible with series' stars Christy Carlson Romano and Will Friedle. Kim Possible is now streaming on Disney+.
12:50 p.m. – Kristen Kish’s Incredible Journey to Find Restaurants at the End of the World: Adventurous chef, entrepreneur and global trailblazer Kristen Kish discusses her upcoming National Geographic series that has her traveling the world in search of the people, places, culture and traditions behind the world’s most remote restaurants.
1:35 p.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - Hulu: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with Hulu-themed trivia.
2:00 p.m. – Baseball Going Bananas: The Savannah Bananas story is a uniquely American tale of ingenuity, vision and grit, but it’s also an incredibly fun and authentic picture of how sports can bring people together. SportsCenter anchor Ashley Brewer will speak with founder Jesse Cole and star player Bill Leroy on how it came together for Bananaland.
2:35 p.m. – Sing-Along with Nina West: Join drag performer Nina West for a rousing sing-along from the Disney+ classic songbook.
3:10 p.m. – Prey on Hulu: A Conversation with Dan Trachtenberg and Jhane Myers: Celebrating the success of the Hulu original movie Prey from 20th Century Studios, producer Jhane Myers and director Dan Trachtenberg will share the importance of Native representation in media and bringing the next chapter of The Predator franchise to audiences around the world.
3:50 p.m. – Across the Bundle Spotlights: Black History Always Panel: How does content format inform the approach that creators take when crafting stories about the Black experience? Creatives from across the Bundle talk about their unique portrayals and how they deliver authentic stories no matter the medium. Panelists include: Bruce W. Smith and Ralph Farquhar (The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, Disney+), Michaela angela Davis (The Hair Tales, Onyx Collective), and Randy Wilkins (The Captain, ESPN+). Moderated by Andscape Editor-in-Chief Raina Kelley.
4:25 p.m. – Disney 100 Presents: Disney Bundle Trivia - Disney+ Hallowstream: Disney 100 Years of Wonder live across the Disney Bundle! Put your knowledge to the test with Hallowstream-themed trivia.
4:45 p.m. – Girls Can Do Anything: A Conversation with Carla Esparza: SportsCenter host Ashley Brewer joins UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion Carla Esparza for a conversation about her decorated collegiate career, winning The Ultimate Fighter and being crowned as the first-ever UFC women’s strawweight champion.
5:45 p.m – Disney Original Documentary Presents: A Conversation with Mija Director Isabel Castro: Join Emmy-nominated filmmaker Isabel Castro for a conversation about the upcoming documentary Mija, a film about two daughters of immigrants from Mexico navigating their careers in the music industry.
6:25 p.m. – Hulu Dance Party: There’s no shortage of obsession-worthy content on Hulu – from live music festivals to work inspired by the greatest performers of our time. Now, the streamer is bringing the hits to D23 Expo. End the day at the Hulu Dance Party with live Hulu-inspired DJ sets under the Disney Bundle Pavilion.
D23 Expo is sold out. Select presentations will be streamed for guests at D23 Expo [LIVE]. For more information, visit D23Expo.com.
About D23 Expo 2022
D23 Expo—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—brings together all the worlds of Disney under one roof for three packed days of presentations, pavilions, experiences, concerts, sneak peeks, shopping, and more. The event provides fans with unprecedented access to Disney films, streaming, television, games, theme parks, and celebrities. For the latest D23 Expo 2022 news, visit D23Expo.com. Presentations, talent, and schedule subject to change. To join the D23 Expo conversation, be sure to follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and use the hashtag #D23Expo.
About D23
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