Changes to the Superstar Parade

[TubaGeek]

So apparently the Hop unit is out, my guess is when Macy's starts, if not sooner.

The vehicle itself will be MIA for awhile, as it gets repurposed, which leaves the state of the full parade in an awkward position. I would anticipate extra street shows from the remaining three units to help bridge the gap, at least a little.

When the vehicle returns it will be repurposed to an unknown IP (I'm hoping the only thing they keep of the vehicle are the absolute essentials, so it doesn't look like they reskinned a giant egg).
My guess is Secret Life of Pets, as that would maintain the 2 Nickelodeon, 2 Illumination system they started with. Naturally, this creates a whole new batch of questions, as I don't think anything exists in terms of SLoP Meet-and-Greet characters.

Take all of this with how ever many grains of salt you deem necessary.

 

[Sketch105]

I'm surprised/not surprised at the response to this, especially considering a lot of forum members have ragged on HOP since parade still opened. I'll be sad to see it go...it might not have been the most well known, but people loved the characters and shows from what I saw.

 

[champdisney]

They're probably going to revamp it with the Sing characters and all it's musical numbers. I'm happy for HOP's exit. Next up, the elimination of Dora. And if we're lucky, Spongebob too.

 

[TubaGeek]

So... new strong rumor: Hello Kitty... Dang it.

 

[Magenta Panther]

So... new strong rumor: Hello Kitty... Dang it.

Bleah. Well, it's a cinch the costume won't be articulated...with Kitty having no mouth and all.

 

[squidward]

Never understood what Hop was doing there to begin with. Universal has so many great characters to have in the parade. Obviously, Spongebob and Despicable Me are great fits. But they could use the Seuss characters, Scooby-Doo and the gang, Simpsons, Shrek, Curious George.

I would love to see Universal partner with Cartoon Network. So many great characters to work with.

 

[Sketch105]

It's official! Secret Life of Pets is joining the parade!

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/trav...l-secret-life-pets-parade-20161121-story.html

 

[Magic Feather]

Hop Unit is already MIA as of last week, but no difference in music. Conversion is in process.

 

[Jones14]

Hop Unit is already MIA as of last week, but no difference in music. Conversion is in process.

Casting has been underway for a few weeks, as well.

 

[TubaGeek]

Hop Unit is already MIA as of last week, but no difference in music. Conversion is in process.

Wait, so they're still doing the full parade, complete with the Hop music, but with just the three remaining units?

 

[Magic Feather]

Wait, so they're still doing the full parade, complete with the Hop music, but with just the three remaining units?

Last I saw.

 

[UniversalLover]

I heard they will have an interactive TSLOP float, and I heard it probably will have high energy performers dressed as ordinary pet owners doing gymnastics and dancing to the classic "Bust a Move". I also heard for the first time ever, some of the characters will talk with guests. Might be. I'll have to check it out next time I go and find out.. :/

 

[Magic Feather]

I heard they will have an interactive TSLOP float, and I heard it probably will have high energy performers dressed as ordinary pet owners doing gymnastics and dancing to the classic "Bust a Move". I also heard for the first time ever, some of the characters will talk with guests. Might be. I'll have to check it out next time I go and find out.. :/

That is very accurate.

 

[TubaGeek]

Last I saw.

That is... a little surprising. At least they can turn off the vocal tracks, though I don't know if they can keep the other tracks on and turn off just the Hop dialogue.

 

[TubaGeek]

I thought it was already announced that this is a thing. Thought I saw on twitter some pics of the float.

I'm not talking about the fact that SLOP is replacing Hop, but that they're running while they're down a unit. I figured they'd just have everyone do an extra show/M&G or two.

 

[brb1006]

Wait the HOP characters talked? Was it just that brown rabbit and the chicks? (I forgot there names besides The Pink Berets)

 

[TubaGeek]

Wait the HOP characters talked? Was it just that brown rabbit and the chicks? (I forgot there names besides The Pink Berets)

Honestly, I think it may have been just EB that had any lines during the parade/shows.

 

[Sketch105]

Honestly, I think it may have been just EB that had any lines during the parade/shows.

During daily shows you could hear his dad go "Here and Here!" and the friendly chicken also had a line.

 

[TubaGeek]

During daily shows you could hear his dad go "Here and Here!" and the friendly chicken also had a line.

Color me corrected. I feel a little guilty saying this, but I never really paid much attention to the Hop shows. Lots of fun gimmicks and everything, but the IP was just worthless.

 

[UniversalLover]

I agree with you.