I think the best idea for the hat came from a Cast Member I talked to at the Studios. She believes that Disney should partner with NASA and attach twin rockets to either side of the Hat. On New Years Eve, have the crowd stand to the sides of the street and light the sucker up. Then, the scenario can go in two directions, an orbital advertisement for Disney, or a Sorcerertastic Finale explosion!
The second best idea I heard from yet another Cast Member, was to build a ramp in front of said Hat and have the High School Musical float, rigged with a couple of tons of dynamite, come barreling down Hollywood Blvd. and presto, two problems solved in one entertaining explosion!
Some days you eat the mouse.
Some days the mouse eats you.
But never give into the mouse without a fight!
KUNGALOOSH!