Round One Critiques:
@tcool123 – The Garden of Dionysus
Very intriguing. A reservation-only “Pastoral Symphony”-themed lounge would stand out among the atmosphere of Fantasyland, offering something that could appeal to older audiences among all the family rides. Frankly, wine and charcuterie in a Greek garden just sounds like a nice way to cool your heels for a bit.
@Ludpat Mike – Mickey and the Sorcerer’s Hat
“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” is one of the signature sequences from Fantasia, so it makes plenty of sense to make a dark ride inspired by the segment. It sounds like you expand on the idea of the sequence with new situations which can help it to stand out, though I’m slightly curious about the dark ride type. Fantasyland has plenty of dark rides, after all.
@spacemt354 – Walt Disney’s Fantasia Symphony
Fantasia always had more of a “gravitas” to it among Disney’s animated films as it felt like attending a classical concert, so a live orchestra performance could really capture that same atmosphere. Paired with puppetry and interpretive dance, and you could have a show that’s really unique among the Disney park shows.
@Brer Panther – Fantasia
Oh, very interesting! I’ve thought of a log flume Fantasia idea myself before, but a water coaster would add an additional touch of thrill to the experience. Plus, it would offer some more excitement in Fantasyland with a coaster type that Disney doesn’t have yet.
@Pufflefan – The FANTAS(IA)tic Adventures Parade
If they ever made a parade based around a single movie, Fantasia would be the best fit for it. The lack of dialogue with focus on music and imagery work well for a parade format, especially with the landscapes you could recreate in float form. Inspired idea.
@NateD1226 – Sorcery of Fantasia
A new animated show of Fantasia is a solid idea, even if this pitch feels a little basic. I do appreciate there being new segments included, however. Walt had envisioned Fantasia as something which could continually evolve, so this could help keep up some of that initial plan.
@AceAstro – Night on Bald (Matterhorn) Mountain
“Night on Bald Mountain” is probably the other iconic sequence from Fantasia, and it would be a natural fit for a roller coaster. Though a retheme of Matterhorn might seem a little basic for some, I feel like it can add a nice touch of darkness among all the general cheer and fun of Fantasyland.
@TwilightZone – Nutcracker Suite Boutique and Café
A combination store and restaurant themed around the “Nutcracker Suite” sequence would offer something a bit unique, along with a focus on gardening for the merchandise. Besides that, it’s a simple but solid piece of theming.
@Evilgidgit – Fantasia Symphonic River
I’m willing to go along with this, as you could free up so much park space by taking out the submarines and Autopia. Besides that, this is a good idea. The water from “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” offers such inspiration for water rides, and this would make for a fun boat ride. Maybe a little basic, but it works.
@TheSquirrel – Fantasia Grill
Short, sweet, and to the point. A quick service restaurant themed to Fantasia could be a fun space to eat. I’d love to hear a bit more about what it could be like, though.
@Solaris Knight – Fantasia: Sound of the Seas
A strong entry from a new player! This takes the boat ride approach for Fantasia and really adds some great flavor, taking advantage of the trackless system to allow our vehicles to dance with the music. That is a touch that would immerse riders even more into the music. I’m not totally sure about randomizing the songs for the whole experience, but this is still a fantastic idea. Good thinking.
@b-wolf95 – Fantasia Live
I see another concert approach has turned up, and it would certainly help stand out among the Disney park shows. I do appreciate the idea that the segments for this concert would change seasonally, giving guests more of a reason to witness the show again with choices that could be tailored to the season.
@Pi on my Cake – Fantastical Fantasia Footpaths in Fantasyland
Ah, an agile affirmation of alliteration! In any case, Fantasyland is pretty cramped, so this would be a fun and economical way of capturing some of the spirit of Fantasia. Glowing footpaths lighting up like dance steps in time with the area music definitely fits the wonder well.
@DisneyManOne – Fantasia Canal
This is another retheme idea, but it is another solid execution of it. The Storybook Land Canal Boats would lend themselves well to a Fantasia retheme, considering the leisurely pace would be a fine moment to sit back and take in the imagery from that movie.
@pix - Untitled Fantasia Trackless Dark Ride
Right at the deadline! A little earlier, please, if possible. Besides that, a trackless dark ride would fit something like Fantasia, to allow for the vehicles dancing to the music.