"THE SCIENCE BEHIND PIXAR EXHIBITION"

What:

Enjoy a unique look into the Pixar process and explore the science and technology behind some of the most beloved animated films and their characters with The Science Behind Pixar Exhibition.

With more than 40 interactive exhibit elements, the exhibition's eight sections each focus on a step in the filmmaking process to give an unparalleled view of the production pipeline and concepts used at Pixar every day. Participate in fun, engaging hands-on activities, listen to firsthand accounts from members of the studio's production teams, and even come face-to-face with re-creations of your favorite Pixar film characters, including Buzz Lightyear, Dory, Mike and Sulley, Edna Mode, and WALL•E!

This exhibition was developed by the Museum of Science, Boston in collaboration with Pixar Animation Studios.

When:

Thursday, October 13, 2016

- 9:30 AM - Media check-in
- 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Exhibition preview

Where:

California Science Center

700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037

*Parking is complimentary for media with a press credential or business card in the guest lot at Figueroa and 39^th/Exposition Park Drive

Who:

- Georgina Diaz, Director, Guest Services & IMAX Theater, California Science Center

- Lindsey Collins, VP of Development and New Media, Pixar Animation Studios and producer for the Pixar film "Finding Dory"

- Tom Porter, Senior VP of Production, Pixar Animation Studios

Exhibit Visuals:    

Human-size recreations of beloved Pixar film characters such as Buzz Lightyear, Dory, Mike and Sulley, Edna Mode and WALL•E

Forty (40) interactive exhibit elements

Fifth grade students from the Science Center School will be experiencing the exhibit for b-roll opportunities

General Information: 

The Science Behind Pixar Exhibition opens to the public October 15, 2016 and continues through April 9, 2017 at the California Science Center. This special exhibition charges admission. Please visit www.californiasciencecenter.org for more detailed information and ticket prices.

Media Contacts:

Ariana Swan | ariana@boutiquepublicity.com

Paula Wagner | pwagner@cscmail.org

Risa Chapnick | risa@boutiquepublicity.com

Kristina Kurasz | kkurasz@cscmail.org

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