Below is a list of events being held this weekend January 27-30, 2017 at Epcot’s Inaugural International Festival of the Arts.
- Disney On Broadway Performances
Showtimes are 5:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 8:00 PM Fridays through Mondays
Kerry Butler & Kevin Massey perform songs from Disney’s Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Newsies and Tarzan. - You can reserve a seat for the 8 p.m. show Broadway shows by booking a dining package at 407-WDW-DINE for breakfast, lunch or dinner at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, Biergarten Restaurant, Coral Reef Restaurant, The Garden Grill or Rose & Crown Dining Room.
Professional Workshops
Friday, January 27, 2017
- Painting with a Disney Artist
Odyssey Events Pavilion
Premium Workshop begins at 8:00 AM
$259 per person plus tax
Experience a rare opportunity to paint under the guidance of a talented Disney artist! This World Showcase class is sure to inspire, unleash imaginations and leave Guests excited to explore the medium more. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or simply curious, pick up a brush and get in touch with your inner Van Gogh… but keep your ears! A bagged breakfast will be provided. - Truffle Making
Amy Holmes & Kathleen Dunn, The Ganachery, Disney Springs
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Workshop begins at 11:00 AM
$39 per person plus tax
Roll and decorate your own truffles using tips and tricks from pro chocolatiers! - The Art of Face Painting
Enjoy Your Face, Inc.
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 1:30 PM
Watch trained artists transform a face—in an instant!If you want to “dig” a little deeper, sign up for one of the fascinating seminars (some with a fee, others included with your Epcot admission, in Odyssey Festival Showplace). Call 407-WDW-TOUR to book. - History of Silhouettes
Bruno Riberon, Rubio Arts
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 4:30 PM
Learn the history of Silhouettes and enjoy an amazing demonstration.Saturday, January 28, 2017
Ink & Paint Animation
Lynn Rippberger, Disney Animation Ink and Paint Artist
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Workshop begins at 11:00 AM
$39 per person plus tax
Learn the history of cel animation and paint your very own cel!- Artisan Spice Blends Seminar & Tasting
Nicole Ramsland, P.S. Flavor
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 1:30 PM
Discover how spices promote health and enhance flavor—plus, taste your way through a variety of vibrant flavors!
- Art of Wood Carving
Andrew Mutiso, African Heritage, Inc.
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 4:30 PM
Soak up some history on the art of carving wood sculptures.
- Origami Class
Garden Deck at the Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
Outdoor session starts at 1:30 PM
Disney Cast Members teach origami and explain Japan’s cultural arts.
- Anime Drawing Class
Garden Deck at the Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
Outdoor session starts at 2:30 PM
Disney Cast Members teach anime-style drawing and explain Japan’s cultural arts.
- Kagami Biraki
Courtyard at the Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
Outdoor sessions start at 4:30 PM
Enjoy Iwaizake (celebratory sake) and learn about “breaking the barrel.”
Sunday, January 29, 2017
- The Art of Mixology
Eric Foster, Stacole Fine Wines & Spirits
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Workshop begins at 11:00 AM
$39 per person plus tax
Elevate classic cocktails into an elegant art using craft ingredients.
- Watermelon Carving
Gina Carrilho, Chef Assistant, Disney’s Boardwalk Resort Catering
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 1:30 PM
Take away tips and tricks on artfully carving a watermelon!
- Photography 101: Lighting and Perspective
Tom Smutny, Disney Photo Imaging
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 4:30 PM
Explore photographic lighting, perspective. previsualization and plussing.
- Origami Class
Garden Deck at the Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
Outdoor session starts at 1:30 PM
Disney Cast Members teach origami and explain Japan’s cultural arts.
- Anime Drawing Class
Garden Deck at the Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
Outdoor session starts at 2:30 PM
Disney Cast Members teach anime-style drawing and explain Japan’s cultural arts.
- Kagami Biraki
Courtyard at the Japan Pavilion, World Showcase
Outdoor sessions start at 4:30 PM
Enjoy Iwaizake (celebratory sake) and learn about “breaking the barrel.”
Monday, January 30, 2017
- Animation 101
Todd Bright, Former Disney Animator
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Workshop begins at 11:00 AM
$39 per person plus tax
Create your own animated flip book and watch your drawings come to life!
- The Horns and Heroes Project
Chad Harmon, Director, The Horns and Heroes Project
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 1:30 PM
Learn how art and conservation help raise funds to help the world’s rhinoceros
- A Disney Artist’s Journey
Ronald Cohee, Sr. Character Artist, Disney Creative Group
Odyssey Festival Showplace
Seminar starts at 4:30 PM
Discover how Disney stories are told by spanning the artist’s career in animation as well as design for the parks and merchandise.
- Artisan Spice Blends Seminar & Tasting
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