EPCOT Center: The Opening Celebration

We are pleased to share a restoration of the EPCOT Center Opening Celebration TV special. Aired shortly after the park opened in October 1982, the show introduced a huge television audience to the park and helped answer the question “What is an EPCOT?”

 

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Gary Stewart
Gary Stewart
October 6, 2023 9:40 am

I’ve watched this clip many times. I never could figure out why they used Danny Kaye as the host? In my opinion, he wasn’t that impressionable. Who agrees?

Stanton
Stanton
December 7, 2023 9:40 am
Reply to  Gary Stewart

It’s all about “connections”…and he had them (with Disney). These sort of shows/specials require a wide range of talents/competence…and he had them.

Abdul
Abdul
December 19, 2023 1:44 pm
Reply to  Gary Stewart

in my opinion they used him because he was a multitalented actor with singing , dancing and comedic skills. i watch that special every now and then on YouTube and reminisce the good old days. Say what you will , Danny did a great job

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