Did I hear that right? Big Thunder is down there too? I know it's down in Disneyland 9 the ride is 45 yeras old. Something was BOUND to happen eventually, even though as far as I've heard, they aren't sure what CAUSED tha accident, though though they do know something caused the cars to uncouple from the train). I kls te one in Toyko as well, since the rides are., as I've heard it, duplicate ride systmes. I was under the impression that the WDW version was still open, due to the ride system itself being newer and not an exact replica of the ride in Disneyland.
Going in 7 days so I'm curious!
As far as the flash bulbs, we refused to let it ruin our evening, but it did ruin that show, w at lesast. Since MVMCP is a limited time party (7pm-midnight), we couldn't take the time to get in line again to see it. Yes, they were used throughout the show. I totally understand wanting to have pictures, but if you take photos in there, it's usually light enough for no flash (assuming you're in the first couple rows). They were not "encouraged" to take photos at all, but they did mention they were "allowed". There's a difference. ; ) Though maybe that's Florida speak for "TAKE ALL THE FLASH PHOTOS YOU WANT FOLK! BLIND YOUR NEIGHBOR! COME ON! IT'S FUN!".
But "allowed" in CA speak means, acceptable. Not necessarily encouraged. Had they been just during the finale, it would have been different and FAR less of a distraction.
Anyway - I hope you have the best of fun and if someone could answer my Big Thunder Question, I'd appreciate it!