EPCOT Reflections of Earth confirmed to be replaced by Harmonious

[DonaldDoleWhip]

Well that was sure worth ruining the view of World Showcase. I am not a fan of Epcot Forever, but I did get chills from some of the musical sections of it. That's more thanI can say about this...medley

Agreed. Still need to see this in person to see how the music 'feels' at full volume, but while I enjoyed some of the arrangements (Lion King, Coco, and Brave come to mind), I'm not sure anything will match the ToN plus Golden Dream segment of EF.

 

[Dreamer76]

This is a huge miss. It's just not enough for it to be visual stunning. They have the capacity to do both. Story telling and stunning visuals. It's all how you combine elements. The equipment they have on that lagoon is state of the art. That kind of technology coupled with great music, a through line, and even half a story would have you in tears if done correctly. It just goes to show you. Less is ALWAYS more when you have a great story and go on a musical heartfelt journey. Disappointing to say the least. And yes Spaceship E at the end. Def a highlight. That's the WOW the show needs. From the get go. This doesn't have 20 year lasting power ROE did. Won't even come close.

 

[themarchhare]

It is?

Ask any Gen Z kid. You'd be shocked.

 

[Speedy71]

The narrator blowing out the torches at the start of ROE alone puts this IP mess to shame

 

[JohnD]

It needs more pyro.

Agree. Should always first and foremost be a fireworks show then add in other elements.

No one was sure if HEA could pull it off after Wishes but I think everyone agrees it succeeded with the right combination of fireworks and projections. This show felt like it was showing off tech and just threw in the occasional boosts into the sky.

Next test: New MK show.

 

[Coaster Lover]

I give them a lot of credit... a 23 minute show and not a single line from Frozen (and bonus points for TWO songs from Hunchback!)

 

[EvilChameleon]

I'd be fascinated to know from people in the coming days who actually see it in person; what is the audience reaction like? Because on the ResortTV1 stream, it wasn't all that enthusiastic!

 

[CaptainAmerica]

I'd be fascinated to know from people in the coming days who actually see it in person; what is the audience reaction like? Because on the ResortTV1 stream, it wasn't all that enthusiastic!

Those streams never pick up applause.

 

[SoFloMagic]

That... was something...

Unbelievably underwhelming in person. We were standing by a ton of CMs and there's was minimal applause and zero excitement. Confusion at the end.

I thought Disney told stories?

 

[themarchhare]

These boards are ridiculous. I’ll wait to see it in person but the comments from the supposed fanboys were already pre-written, pre-determined and pre-destined to hate the show. I’m sure it’s better than the vitriol spewed on these boards.

Or the show isn't great (per the tepid audience reaction in the livestream).

 

[fotofx]

Hard to tell from the livestream but usually finale fireworks include a lot of salutes (big booms). I saw just a blot of light and would hope it looks AND feels better in person.

 

[SplashJacket]

These boards are ridiculous. I’ll wait to see it in person but the comments from the supposed fanboys were already pre-written, pre-determined and pre-destined to hate the show. I’m sure it’s better than the vitriol spewed on these boards.

People are largely complaining about the songs. You will likely be able to listen to the songs better from the comfort of your home than at the park itself. I'd definitely say that is fair to judge.

 

[Stevek]

I will say that I think SSE looks amazing.

 

[SoFloMagic]

I'd be fascinated to know from people in the coming days who actually see it in person; what is the audience reaction like? Because on the ResortTV1 stream, it wasn't all that enthusiastic!

Tepid at best.

A few people danced to coco but thats it.

 

[wdwmagic]

A look at Spaceship Earth

Spaceship Earth new lighting design with points of light

Spaceship Earth new lighting design with points of light

www.wdwmagic.com

 

[ImperfectPixie]

I thought it was cool visually, but the darkness between scenes and the disjointedness combined with songs we all already know rather than an overarching theme and music...made it generally a big let-down. It feels like a fancy commercial.

 

[EvilChameleon]

Those streams never pick up applause.

Completely untrue. Watch any video of literally any fireworks show across the property that isn't Epcot Forever/Harmonious and you will hear WILD applause. Especially for the special Illuminations tags.

 

[jpinkc]

You guys are right it felt cold and soulless. There was no magic in that show at all. It sounded like a Corporate event, where they want to pump you up but have no clue how to do it or how to connect what they are doing to emotions. It never had any real emotion to the music it just felt flat. I never felt that way about Illuminations. Never did see EF so I cant talk about it. My daughter watched it with me and she even just said to me thats another temporary show right?

 

[Doberge]

I'm curious how views are from spots not in front or behind center screen. Shows in World Showcase could be seen from any pavilion without feeling like there are significantly better spots (closer to Future World bridge and America pavilion, maybe. I'm worried that if watched from Norway or UK or the like that the experience isn't the same. Hopefully I'm wrong here!

 

[monothingie]

A look at Spaceship Earth

Spaceship Earth new lighting design with points of light

Spaceship Earth new lighting design with points of light

www.wdwmagic.com