have you ever been...?

[BrerFrog]

I was the guy with an urge to dance once. I didn't dance.

 

[MattyDrums]

I was wondering when we went in there.. Do they ask you if you want to be "that guy" beforehand?

They did not ask me to be "that guy" and since it was my first time seeing the show I had no clue it was coming. After a couple times on the screen I kind of figured it out and saw that there's a light that goes on right before they put you on screen so I was able to really ham it up for the show. The whole audience was laughing and I felt like a king even though I was "being made fun of." I wish everyone would get a chance to be a part of a show. It really makes your vacation.

 

[David S.]

I love it too. I don't get the anomosity that some people have for the attraction.

Because not everyone will like everything, and not every attraction will be liked by everyone. The random camera elements that make some unwitting guests a part of the show are enjoyed by some, but those same exact elements can make others feel extremely uncomfortable, just like the high speeds and drops of thrill rides can make some people uncomfortable. I know I personally would rather have a cavity filled at the dentist or spend 8 hours renewing my drivers license at the OMV on an insanely busy day than be made the center of attention in public! Same for the "World Showcase Players", although at least if they try to put you in the show you can "Just Say 'NO!'" (the most powerful word in the English language) or simply walk away.

I wonder if anyone who ever got picked on to be "that guy" ever simply walked out after the first time, which would mess up the running gag!

(I am not attempting to bash this attraction or start an argument about it's merits, I was just explaining why not everyone likes it with a specific example)

 

[bigkbull]

My dad wasn't "that guy", but he did get picked to be Sully when they did the retelling of Monsters, Inc. He was great....did a monster face every time the camera was on him. It's one of my favorite memories, especially since he is no longer with us.

I haven't been "That Guy" but I was the one doing the monster face. It was a lot of fun. Definitely one of my favorite Disney memories.

 

[magicwand]

"That girl"

I was chosen to be "that girl" once. I am not one to like being the center of attention but I hammed it up and played along. My daughter, her husband, and my 2 grandsons were there and they thought it was really funny. I have to admit it was a lot of fun. Part of how they choose people, in my opinion depends on where you sit. They also scan the crowd prior to the show for unsuspecting people. No, they do not tell you ahead of time. I think that would ruin your reaction.:wave:

 

[echovictor]

Because not everyone will like everything, and not every attraction will be liked by everyone. The random camera elements that make some unwitting guests a part of the show are enjoyed by some, but those same exact elements can make others feel extremely uncomfortable, just like the high speeds and drops of thrill rides can make some people uncomfortable. I know I personally would rather have a cavity filled at the dentist or spend 8 hours renewing my drivers license at the OMV on an insanely busy day than be made the center of attention in public! Same for the "World Showcase Players", although at least if they try to put you in the show you can "Just Say 'NO!'" (the most powerful word in the English language) or simply walk away.

I wonder if anyone who ever got picked on to be "that guy" ever simply walked out after the first time, which would mess up the running gag!

(I am not attempting to bash this attraction or start an argument about it's merits, I was just explaining why not everyone likes it with a specific example)

Touche.
I see where you are coming from.

 

[Kamikaze]

Just wanted to say hi to my neighbors in this thread

Westie here :wave:

 

[disneygirl1]

Never been, but my fingers are crossed that either by brother or cousin get picked to be that guy when we are there in 2 weeks!!!