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Saturday 24 May
â° 19:15 â 21:15
đď¸ âŹ35 (regular) | âŹ30 (with TAD Berlin Ticket)
After the first day at TAD Berlin you can join award-winning animator, director, and wildlife artist Aaron Blaise (Brother Bear, The Lion King, Mulan) for a special 90-minute live event celebrating his latest animated short film, Snow Bear.
This one-of-a-kind evening is a heartfelt journey through Aaronâs incredible careerâfrom his beginnings as a traditional animator at Disney, to becoming the independent artist and film maker he is today.
đŹ What to Expect:
â¨Part 1: Aaronâs Story
Aaron shares his inspiring path as an artistâfrom drawing animals as a kid to co-directing Disneyâs Brother Bear and beyond. Heâll reveal behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Disney, what fuels his passion for wildlife, and how he blends art and conservation in his work.
đžPart 2: Screening ofSnow Bear
Enjoy a special screening of Aaronâs award-winning short film Snow Bearâa wordless, hand-drawn journey of a lonely Polar Bear looking for a friend in the Arctic.
đ¨Part 3: Behind the Scenes of the Film
Get a rare look into the making of Snow Bear. Aaron breaks down how the film was createdâfrom early sketches and rough animation to final backgrounds and music. Heâll also tease whatâs next in the Snow Bear universe.
đťPart 4: Live Animation Demo
Watch Aaron bring a bear to life right before your eyes! In this fun, interactive finale, Aaron pulls a volunteer from the audience to record their best bear roar, then creates a spontaneous animation on stage, syncing the bearâs performance to the sound. Itâs equal parts hilarious, educational, and magical.
đ¸Meet & Greet
Stick around after the show for photos, signatures, and a chance to chat with Aaron one-on-one.
Perfect for:
- Art & animation lovers
- Families & students
- Disney fans
- Anyone who loves wildlife and storytelling
This is a rare chance to experience the world of animation from a master storyteller and artist. Come be inspired. Come meet Snow Bear.
