DHS Makeover - What we know so far.....

[PhotoDave219]

Haha...personally I would love to have a transportation to new 'planets'. That would be amazing.

I just refuse to be one of these people who believe that there are only 2 attractions coming. I'm sure we'll get specifics at some point.

 

[PhotoDave219]

Okay! that actually works well, but ignores that fact that the old American Idol theater is a part of this stuff...based on rumors though. I'll edit my map because this makes a lot of sense.

AI/Hyperion Theatre has the Frozen sing-a-long.

The old rumors of that theatre being part of SWL was part of the stuff that was shot down a year ago by the board.

 

[Sam Magic]

I just refuse to be one of these people who believe that there are only 2 attractions coming. I'm sure we'll get specifics at some point.

As am I...that is Disneyland. Even from the beginning we will have more attractions because of Star Trek. I'm also expecting we'll get some type of legitimate coaster and a spinner.

 

[danlb_2000]

Okay! that actually works well, but ignores that fact that the old American Idol theater is a part of this stuff...based on rumors though. I'll edit my map because this makes a lot of sense.

Yeah, just trying to illustrate that fact that extending into the parking lot is compatible with the 14 acres land size.

 

[Sam Magic]

AI/Hyperion Theatre has the Frozen sing-a-long.

The old rumors of that theatre being part of SWL was part of the stuff that was shot down a year ago by the board.

Okay...that makes more sense now. So what will that area be themed to? A fifties land?

 

[Thrill Seeker]

First off, has anyone looked at the Toy Story Land Concept Art? It's a pretty massive expansion. My assumption is Toy in 2018 and Star Wars in 2019. No way 2016 and even 2017 seems unlikely for Toy. As for what stays and what goes, I believe Hyperion Theater is staying. Frozen Sing-Along is the most popular show on property and they spent a lot of money updating the theater, so I doubt that's closing... I hope Muppets is safe, but I'm bracingn for the worst...

 

[Sam Magic]

Yeah, just trying to illustrate that fact that extending into the parking lot is compatible with the 14 acres land size.

It works and it makes sense to do it like that.

 

[MuteSuperstar]

Why would it go anywhere?

Was thinking it may get swallowed up by Star Wars. Hopefully not.

 

[danlb_2000]

First off, has anyone looked at the Toy Story Land Concept Art? It's a pretty massive expansion. My assumption is Toy in 2018 and Star Wars in 2019. No way 2016 and even 2017 seems unlikely for Toy. As for what stays and what goes, I believe Hyperion Theater is staying. Frozen Sing-Along is the most popular show on property and they spent a lot of money updating the theater, so I doubt that's closing... I hope Muppets is safe, but I'm bracingn for the worst...

If they start soon, TSL is feasible by late 2017. I would put Star Wars in 2020.

 

[Mike S]

2000's Disney- Oh, no. We'll never get DHS fixed now.

1970's Disney Exec- So certain are you. Always with you it cannot be done. Hear you nothing that I say?

2000's Disney- Master, expanding Fantasyland is one thing. This is totally different.

1970's Disney- No! No different! Only different in your mind. You must unlearn what you have learned.

2000's Disney- All right, I'll give it a try.

1970's Disney- No! Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try.

2000's Disney- I can't. It's too expensive!

1970's Disney- Budget size matters not. Look at me. Judge me by my wealth, do you? Hm? Mmmm. And well you should not. For my ally is the Fanbase. And a powerful ally it is. Expansion creates it, makes it grow. Its energy surrounds us and binds us. Luminous beings are we... not this crude stock price. You must feel the Fanbase around you. Here, between you... me... the tree... the rockwork... everywhere! Yes, even between this budget and that concept art!

2000's Disney- You want the impossible.

1970's Disney- *sighs, raises hand, builds EPCOT Center in 3 years*

2000's Disney- I don't... I don't believe it.

1970's Disney- That is why you fail.

Sorry, couldn't resist (actually am excited for the Star Wars stuff).

Epic.

Studios is a five year plan. Aim for 19-20 for SW to be completed. One would assume TS 16-17.

So we might not have to wait till 2021 for Star Wars? Awesome

 

[tandriello]

New Jim Hill Podcast on Bandcamp. He states very casually that there are at least 2 more Pixar themed lands coming along with Toy Story, Cars-land being one of them. He did not mention the 2nd one.

 

[WDW95]

I really believe that Hyperion Theater / Sounds Dangerous / ABC Commissary are going to be cut. Similar to how on the other side of the hub, OMD / Jack Sparrow are going to be cut to allow for a new, larger pathway to be built to Toy Story Land. This would have direct access off the hub.

Star Wars will need direct access off the hub and a wider path that provides some separation from the Hollywood part of the park. The current pathways leading to the Star Tours area are not sufficient enough to allow for a "grand" reveal of the new Star Wars Land. Also, the congestion that will be caused due to the popularity will be unbearable.

 

[mm52200]

I really like the look of the 14 acres going into the parking lot...you know an actual expansion. Is it too optimistic of me to hope that maybe plans for Star Wars Land could exist that will keep Echo Lake, Indiana Jones, and Muppet Vision in tact?

 

[tandriello]

Listening to the Jim Hill podcast. Claims Monster's Coaster is back on as the 3rd Pixar "land" So, that would be Cars-Land, Toy Story Land and Monster's Inc. I know he has a spotty record, but it seems to line up with what I have read on these boards. This is gonna be a fun five year wait!

 

[danlb_2000]

Listening to the Jim Hill podcast. Claims Monster's Coaster is back on as the 3rd Pixar "land" So, that would be Cars-Land, Toy Story Land and Monster's Inc. I know he has a spotty record, but it seems to line up with what I have read on these boards. This is gonna be a fun five year wait!

I am a little skeptical that they would build two new coasters.

 

[SJFPKT]

It would be nice. I'm assuming Pixar first, Star Wars second.

A reasonable expectation would be Toy Story by 2017/18 and Star Wars by 2019/20.

I'd love to be wrong about this and it be sooner....

I think that is a good assumption, because they don't want to close anymore than they already have closed. They can do Pixar place with minimal interruptions to the park since it is going in a closed area. When they are done and have the coaster and spinner open they can shutdown TSMM for a couple of months to rework the que. Then they can shutdown all of that stuff where Star Wars is going, assuming they are taking over SoA and LMA area.

 

[danlb_2000]

I think that is a good assumption, because they don't want to close anymore than they already have closed. They can do Pixar place with minimal interruptions to the park since it is going in a closed area. When they are done and have the coaster and spinner open they can shutdown TSMM for a couple of months to rework the que. Then they can shutdown all of that stuff where Star Wars is going, assuming they are taking over SoA and LMA area.

I don't think they will want TSMM down when this new land opens, if anything I think they will close it near the opening of TSL and re-open it with the land.

 

[planodisney]

They aren't going to open Toy Story land the same year, or most likely even within a year of Avatar. Disney just doesn't do that. Not even a construction issue, they just first and foremost go by marketing prospects for the resort so they love to spread out new offerings.
I would think 2018 at the earliest for Toy Story and 2020 for Star Wars at both resorts.
The more you look at the Toy Story art, the more impressive it is. It doesn't have the insane rock work of Carsland , but the theming looks to be Carsland level.

 

[Matt_Black]

Or be taught to respect and appreciate genius? Guess not. BORING.

Yes, heaven forbid your kids be taught about Walt Disney. What a boring life he led. Accomplishment, innovation, imagination means nothing to you, and you're not about to bore your kids teaching them about those things. Gotcha. And oh wow, what a great picture. Dressing Disney characters up in Star Wars outfits. Frankly, I'm really not sure which character I feel sorrier for - Darth Vader or Goofy.

You know, do you have to pee in everyone's Cheerios over this? Yes, you don't like Star Wars. However, there are millions, if not tens of millions or higher, of people that do. You taking personal offense with people being excited over something they care about, you look like you're throwing a temper tantrum.

 

[gmajew]

Listening to the Jim Hill podcast. Claims Monster's Coaster is back on as the 3rd Pixar "land" So, that would be Cars-Land, Toy Story Land and Monster's Inc. I know he has a spotty record, but it seems to line up with what I have read on these boards. This is gonna be a fun five year wait!

When was this Jim Hill broadcast?