Environmental Storytelling in Theme Parks

Josh Goren from Walt Disney Imagineering introduces the process of designing themed lands for Disney parks. The video focuses on storytelling, highlighting examples like Cars Land, Pandora, and Treasure Cove. It explains the unique aspects of theme park storytelling, such as multi-sensory experiences, non-linear narratives, and guest participation. The video concludes with an exercise to inspire viewers to design their own themed land.

Who is Josh Goren?

• A creative developer at Walt Disney Imagineering

• A Disney park guest

• A director of Disney movies

• A character in Cars Land

What is the main focus of the first lesson?

• How to cook Disney-themed food

• How to become a Disney character

• How to create Disney movies

• How to design themed lands for Disney parks

Which land is based on the Cars movies from Pixar?

• Treasure Cove

• Fantasyland

• Pandora

• Cars Land

What is the story behind Treasure Cove?

• A futuristic city

• A pirate haven taken over by Captain Jack Sparrow

• A national park on an alien planet

• A race day celebration

What is the main theme of Pandora?

• A car race

• A pirate adventure

• A futuristic city

• Respect for nature and indigenous people

How is theme park storytelling different from movies or TV?

• It is directed by a single person

• It uses only visual effects

• It is multi-sensory and involves the guest's choices

• It follows a strict linear narrative

What is the role of the guest in environmental storytelling?

• To observe passively

• To direct the story

• To play a part in the story

• To create their own movies

What is the first main difference in environmental storytelling?

• It is multi-sensory

• It uses only visual effects

• It is linear

• It is directed by a single person

How does the story unfold in environmental storytelling?

• In an unpredictable way as the guest travels

• In a strict sequence

• Directed by a single person

• Through a series of movies

What is the final main difference in environmental storytelling?

• The story is told through movies

• The guest often has a role in the story

• The guest has no role

• The guest is a passive observer