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Ehh…. Literally the only thing we’ve gained is the monsters coaster. Everything else is a simple change or retheme.
I’d argue live-action shows (especially ones without improv or other “spontaneous” elements) do and should have a much, much shorter lifespan than more traditional, “mechanical” theme park attractions. One of the major points of a live-action show is that it is relatively cheap and easy to switch out. The fact that Studios has three ancient live-action show that are positively ancient is an indictment of the park’s directionlessness and management’s bad decisions. It is also incredibly silly that Disney is “revitalizing” an area by bringing back a show that was shuttered five years ago.
I think we have a pretty good idea what will be in Animation Courtyard because it was there ten years ago. We also have decades of experience at EPCOT with the big empty carpeted spaces with interactive exhibits that quickly become underpopulated wastelands.I think it’s a little premature to judge the space without knowing what it will look like (the plans so far are pretty vague), although I will say I don’t love the idea that this is supposed to be for 10 years only. If something is high quality there shouldn’t be any foreseeable time limit on it, to say it’s semi-temporary kinda indicates it might be “mid”, as the kids say.
That said… there are so many indoor playgrounds and children’s museums now, run by small business owners who don’t have millions to invest. Honestly it’s pretty amazing what they have for kids now in fairly average settings. If Joe Schmoe business owner can put together some really cool stuff in a local mall, I would hope Disney, undertaking the same project with a few million, can put together something really stellar, relatively speaking. If the area is done well, it could redirect tons of families and help with crowds. What parent with little kids doesn’t want an air conditioned space to let their children entertain themselves for a bit? Disney has a lot of experience building spaces for play on their cruise ships, maybe they bring some of that to this project and make something really cool (although so help me Disney, if this ends up being the never-used instrument wall you see at every local playground and one of those boards where you push buttons to make lights change color, I will judge you so hard.)
It’s more like just one, not three. The Animation Building is what is blocking access. The two theaters could be part of a redevelopment but would not be necessary.
I think the only shows that have basically remained untouched for over 10 years are...
Depending of course on what you qualify as a live show, Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, Dapper Dans, Voices of Liberty,
Do you think the Dapper Dans have been singing the same set list all these years?
I mean if we're going to be comparing it to a show with new visuals and a new song, eh? They still sing a lot of their older songs as a changing set afaik
Honestly a solution I would quite like, maybe even a Toontown back there?
Then yes, I would say these are the oldest. I've been wanting them to leave anyway for quite a while (except Mermaid, it's refreshed and was great last time I was there) but definitely BatB and Indiana
Why? If they fill the theaters and guests enjoy them, why change them?
Don't forget the Mandolorian and Grogu mission added to Falcon. That might get even me excited to go on it over and over, because right now it's not something I ever feel the need to do lol.
What happened to it being best to wait to use this area for more than just a single attraction?
Yeah I don't know exactly. Maybe the new space and courtyard will be pleasant and having it destroyed in 5-10 years again won't be necessary?
I believe Big Band has ended. I’d also be very surprised if Lucky Nugget was the same show.
