On April 9th we posted information from the Official Disney Parks Blog with details on Animal Kingdom’s 15th anniversary celebration to be held on April 22nd. Looking at that post now on the blog, Joe Rohde’s name is no longer mentioned. In addition, WDWMagic.com is reporting Animal Kingdom cast members have been told he’s no longer going to be a part of the festivities. Here’s how it currently reads on the Official Disney Parks Blog…
Here are a few of the details of what’s planned for the park’s anniversary.
- Special opening ceremony – Meet at the Tree of Life at 8:40 a.m., to hear from Josh D’Amaro, Vice President of Disney’s Animal Kingdom; Dr. Jackie Ogden, Vice President of Animals, Science and Environment. Make sure you arrive early for this!
- Earth Day “Party for the Planet” festivities – Special interactive activities that focus on animals and nature will take place throughout the park from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Artists and other vendors will present their work on in Africa and on Discovery Island, with their work available for purchase.
- Opportunity to purchase special 15th anniversary merchandise, available in limited quantities.
- Special food & beverage.
The first bullet point initially included Joe Rohde as one of the opening ceremony participants.