Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[BrianL]

Walked by that for years. Finally went a couple weeks ago. Couldn't believe how good it was. It would be a great attraction to copy agreed.

I haven't seen Bourne, but I will say that stunt shows are something that Universal really gets right. I alwyas love them!

 

[Naomeri]

Anyone know if you can do the deluxe mk after hours if it’s on your check out day?

Yes, all resort benefits extend for the full trip, including all of check-in and check-out days

 

[jormom1030]

Update: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster is expected to reopen in summer 2024.

Scott Gustin

NOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!! The last time we went in 2018 my now 12 year old was just a hair away from being tall enough. This was the ride she most looking forward to riding when we go in March.

 

[Sweettears]

Does it need a retheme? Yeah, probably, but I think if a retheme was in the works Disney would shout it from the rooftops like they did with splash mountain.

I think the rushed announcement was more due to the social uproar at the time than their desire to get the word out.

 

[Tom_E_D]

Disney World Adds Passholder Bonus Reservations in Early January 2024 Before Rebrand Into “Good-to-Go Days”

Here are the newly added Bonus Reservations:

• January 4 | Disney’s Animal Kingdom
• January 6 | Magic Kingdom
• January 7 | Disney’s Hollywood Studios
• January 8 | EPCOT

I hope this means that there are lots of park reservations available on January 7 at HS and crowds will be light that day, not that the park will now be flooded with APs going to take advantage on their "bonus." If that is the last day that Rock 'n Roller will be open for a while, I may go there that day.

 

[TikiRob]

Walked by that for years. Finally went a couple weeks ago. Couldn't believe how good it was. It would be a great attraction to copy agreed.

The technology with this show is awesome. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. Imagine what Disney could do with that tech in an attraction.

 

[jade1]

The technology with this show is awesome. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. Imagine what Disney could do with that tech in an attraction.

Yea exact same. Terminator was fine and all, but this was the first time in a long time I looked at the family like what? During an attraction.

Trying to think of a good Disney candidate.

Obviously anything could work, not a big enough draw but something like National Treasure would have some great city scenes, chase scenes and Mount Rushmore would be amazing.

 

[PolyRob]

That makes sense. I have also read that the model of coaster from Vekoma that Rock n Roller Coaster is from is prone to having issues and riders often complain that it is WAY too bumpy/rocks you around too much.

The back of RnRC definitely whips you around. I've been bruised by it before. I much prefer the front.

 

[C&Jx2]

Update: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster is expected to reopen in summer 2024.

Scott Gustin

HS is a half-day park for me anyway. Now we'll spend even less time

 

[rangerxenos]

Good Morning! Two more days, two more days...

 

[SkyGuy]

HS is a half-day park for me anyway. Now we'll spend even less time

Yep. We’re doing a quick trip right after marathon. We didn’t have HS on our agenda and were discussing if we should hop there for a bit. I think we just got our answer - although Baseline might be calling out to us

 

[HokieRaven5]

‘Disney Zootopia Comes Alive’ at Shanghai Disney Resort

Now that Zootopia is finally open at Shanghai Disney Resort, guests can fully immerse themselves in the exciting mammalian metropolis from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Zootopia.” To help bring this new land to life, Disney Live Entertainment partnered with Walt Disney Imagineering and the team at Shanghai Disney Resort to develop a unique live show experience starring many of the film’s most iconic characters.

“Disney Zootopia Comes Alive” is a groundbreaking new show presented at the Zootopia Park Apartments along the land’s Mane Street. Here, characters including the Hopps family, Fru Fru and her father Mr. Big, Koslov the polar bear, Flash the sloth, Yax the yak, Duke Weaselton, and more pop up on balconies or lean out the windows of their homes or workplaces, chatting with each other and the guests passing by.
“We’ve never done anything quite like this before. This is a brand-new, first-of-its-kind experience,” said Jeff Conover, Creative Director with Disney Live Entertainment, who has been on the project for more than four years. “The idea is that as we walk into the land, we come across the characters living their daily lives. Our guests will be able to see the characters, and each time they show up, it may be a bit of a different story.”
Compared to more traditional productions with defined showtimes that may only be presented during certain periods, this ambitious project weaves together multiple storylines to create an immersive atmosphere in which things appear to happen spontaneously throughout the day.

Disney Live Entertainment Production Manager Michelle Tritt worked closely with her Imagineering colleagues to develop the space in the land where the show takes place. “What’s unique about this show is that it isn’t necessarily a show, it’s a living embodiment of the land,” said Michelle. “We’ve brought together various disciplines, from audio designers and lighting designers to creative specialists and production people, to work on the project, integrating the show into the land and creating a highly natural feel for the characters there.”

The team has taken great care to ensure “Disney Zootopia Comes Alive” will resonate with guests and fans in China while embracing the spirit of Disney Animation’s original film. “We want to give guests that firsthand emotional experience of being in Zootopia in the middle of this vibrant community,” shared Jeff. “There are so many little surprises. You could probably spend four hours in that land just walking around and looking at all the little details.”
Michelle added, “We don’t have anything like this anywhere around the world in any of our parks. I think the guests are going to love this show. They’re going to laugh, they’re going to cry, because we’ve made these characters really come to life in the land.“

 

[HokieRaven5]

Preparations Underway for New Year’s Eve Rave at EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion

 

[OppR2nist]

Does it need a retheme? Yeah, probably, but I think if a retheme was in the works Disney would shout it from the rooftops like they did with splash mountain.

I don't necessarily think so, but some have been asking for a few years now. Aerosmith, while a classic band, is not as relevant as they used to be. They could very well have taken a lesson from Splash Mountain, and are preferring to keep quiet about it until it's almost time to roll it out. Don't forget, we found out about Tiana's Bayou Adventure because of a supposed "leak" of concept art ahead of the announcement.

 

[HokieRaven5]

NEW: “Wondrous Journeys” – returns to Disneyland Park for a special presentation March 22-April 14.

Scott Gustin

 

[HokieRaven5]

NEW: “Mickey’s Mix Magic” will be performing at Disneyland Park Jan. 8-March 21 and April 15-25.
Scott Gustin

 

[HokieRaven5]

“Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” – returns April 26-Aug. 4.

Scott Gustin

 

[HokieRaven5]

Magic Happens Parade Returns to Disneyland Feb 2, 2024.

Scott Gustin

 

[Naomeri]

NEW: “Mickey’s Mix Magic” will be performing at Disneyland Park Jan. 8-March 21 and April 15-25.
Scott Gustin

I’m glad there’s going to be some entertainment when I go for the runDisney weekend

 

[sherlockmiles]

Hate to see the news about rockin rollercoaster. It’s our favorite ride and we will be there beginning of March.

At least you know ahead of time and can plan. That's WAY better than having it unexpectedly down....a lot.......during your trip.