Soundstage 1 Behind Walls!

[Mike S]

No more art but a description if you want one.

Yes please

 

[marni1971]

Yes please

Okay.... From my battered memory when I had just a few minutes to peruse the plans electronically at a meeting at Wilderness Lodge a few years ago....

Entrance was on the left, exit from gift shop the right. Entrance had more than one lane, I assume the usual standby, Fastpass and singles.

The front of stage one proper was an elaborate switchback queue, winding through various themed rooms and halls from the film. The iconic circular reception hall was one. This filled probably half of the stage front to back and two thirds left to right. The right hand third (towards TSMM) was the exit gift shop and photo pickup.

Load was an island platform with duel load / unload tracks. Ride system was indeed suspended. 2 seats across. Coaster harnesses but more for safety given the ride style as opposed to a Dragons Challenge or Montu style multiple G harness. I got the impression it was more Thundermountain style thrills and profiles as opposed to Everest.

I want to say there was a small first lift just after load, to go up and above the queue area. There were several dark ride show scenes along this area, all in an upper floor area. There were definitly two lifts, the smaller being in the stage building.

The track then crossed into the new Gravity building, built on the rear of stage one. The main second lift was across the interior of the front of the gravity building. I can't remember if it was immiediatly after entering the gravity building or if the ride looped around the building at this lower level before coming back along the right hand wall to ascend the lift.

The vehicles then ascended the main lift and proceeded through the gravity building. The track seemed lengthy and quite intricate, with a lot of dark ride style show scenes and eye candy. It struck me more of a full on dark ride using a coaster style ride system, as opposed to a roller coaster with a few show scenes interspersed with darkness.

The ride ended up (naturally) coming out of the TSMM side of the gravity building and into stage one for a right hand turn back to unload.

 

[ChesterKiwi]

This went up Friday? I was in DHS Thursday, and I was looking at Soundstage 1 wondering what they're gonna do with it.

 

[NYwdwfan]

Okay.... From my battered memory when I had just a few minutes to peruse the plans electronically at a meeting at Wilderness Lodge a few years ago....

Entrance was on the left, exit from gift shop the right. Entrance had more than one lane, I assume the usual standby, Fastpass and singles.

The front of stage one proper was an elaborate switchback queue, winding through various themed rooms and halls from the film. The iconic circular reception hall was one. This filled probably half of the stage front to back and two thirds left to right. The right hand third (towards TSMM) was the exit gift shop and photo pickup.

Load was an island platform with duel load / unload tracks. Ride system was indeed suspended. 2 seats across. Coaster harnesses but more for safety given the ride style as opposed to a Dragons Challenge or Montu style multiple G harness.

I want to say there was a small first lift just after load, to go up and above the queue area. There were several dark ride show scenes along this area, all in an upper floor area. There were definitly two lifts, the smaller being in the stage building.

The track then crossed into the new Gravity building, built on the rear of stage one. The main second lift was across the interior of the front of the gravity building. I can't remember if it was immiediatly after entering the gravity building or if the ride looped around the building at this lower level before coming back along the right hand wall to ascend the lift.

The vehicles then ascended the main lift and proceeded through the gravity building. The track seemed lengthy and quite intricate, with a lot of dark ride style show scenes and eye candy. It struck me more of a full on dark ride using a coaster style ride system, as opposed to a roller coaster with a few show scenes interspersed with darkness.

The ride ended up (naturally) coming out of the TSMM side of the gravity building and into stage one for a right hand turn back to unload.

Thank you.

Oh to see inside your brain for just a few minutes...

 

[Tom]

Okay.... From my battered memory when I had just a few minutes to peruse the plans electronically at a meeting at Wilderness Lodge a few years ago....

Entrance was on the left, exit from gift shop the right. Entrance had more than one lane, I assume the usual standby, Fastpass and singles.

The front of stage one proper was an elaborate switchback queue, winding through various themed rooms and halls from the film. The iconic circular reception hall was one. This filled probably half of the stage front to back and two thirds left to right. The right hand third (towards TSMM) was the exit gift shop and photo pickup.

Load was an island platform with duel load / unload tracks. Ride system was indeed suspended. 2 seats across. Coaster harnesses but more for safety given the ride style as opposed to a Dragons Challenge or Montu style multiple G harness. I got the impression it was more Thundermountain style thrills and profiles as opposed to Everest.

I want to say there was a small first lift just after load, to go up and above the queue area. There were several dark ride show scenes along this area, all in an upper floor area. There were definitly two lifts, the smaller being in the stage building.

The track then crossed into the new Gravity building, built on the rear of stage one. The main second lift was across the interior of the front of the gravity building. I can't remember if it was immiediatly after entering the gravity building or if the ride looped around the building at this lower level before coming back along the right hand wall to ascend the lift.

The vehicles then ascended the main lift and proceeded through the gravity building. The track seemed lengthy and quite intricate, with a lot of dark ride style show scenes and eye candy. It struck me more of a full on dark ride using a coaster style ride system, as opposed to a roller coaster with a few show scenes interspersed with darkness.

The ride ended up (naturally) coming out of the TSMM side of the gravity building and into stage one for a right hand turn back to unload.

So, how about we just greenlight this right now? Let's take a vote.

 

[Skippy]

So, how about we just greenlight this right now? Let's take a vote.

"Who Wants to be an Imagineer - Play It!"?

 

[doctornick]

So, how about we just greenlight this right now? Let's take a vote.

See, the thing is that I totally understand and even support the idea of adding a third track to TSMM -- but I see no reason not to build this door coaster road (or some other Monsters Inc ride like Ride N Seek) in addition. There's plenty of space on the former Backlot Tour footprint.

 

[djkidkaz]

I'm curious to see what kind of facade goes up. I wonder if it will just be a repeat of what's already at Pixar street, or if it will be themed more towards what they have planned for the future expansion? Cause honestly, they could just route the standby line inside towards that building and theme the stage 1 exterior as something different.

 

[englanddg]

Note - These lists are based off of the listings on the Official Disney sites
WDW​

Magic Kingdom

Rides - 24
Shows - 21
Other - 33
Food - 30
Shop - 37

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (4)

Big Thunder Mountain
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Space Mountain
Splash Mountain

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (9)

Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin
Haunted Mansion
Small World
Jungle Cruise
Liberty Square Riverboat
Winnie the Pooh
Peter Pan's Flight
Pirates of the Caribbean
Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (11)

Astro Orbiter
Barnstormer
Dumbo
Mat Tea Party
Magic Carpets of Aladdin
Prince Charming Regal Carrousel
Tomorrowland Speedway
TTA
Walt Disney World Railroad (Fantasyland)
Walt Disney World Railroad (Frontierland)
Walt Disney World Railroad (Main Street USA)

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (7)

Country Bear Jamboree
Hall of Presidents
Philharmagic
Laugh Floor
Stitch's Great Escape
Carousel of Progress
Enchanted Tiki Room

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (14)

Pirate and Princess Adventures
Celebrate the Magic (8:45p and 9:35p)
Festival of Fantasy Parade (3p)
Dream along with Mickey (stops at 6p)
Electrical Water Pageant (9p to 10:35p)
Flag Retreat (5p)
Incredibles Super Dance Party (5p - 10p)
Magic Kingdom Welcome Show - e.g. Rope Drop (8:40a)
Main Street Electrical Parade (8p - 10p)
Main Street Philharmonic (stops at 4p)
Main Street Trolley Show (9:15a to noon)
Move it! Shake it! Street Party
Wishes Fireworks
Made with Magic

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (7)

Casey Jr. Splash 'N' Soak Station
Swiss Family Treehouse
Tom Sawyer Island
Cinderella Castle
Frontierland Shootin' Arcade
Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom
A Pirates Adventure - Treasures of the Seven Seas

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (19)

Enchanted Tales with Belle
Alice at Mad Tea Party (ends at 1p)
Anna and Elsa at Fairytale Hall
Meet a Pixar Pal in Tomorrowland
Meet Ariel at her Grotto
Meed Aladdin in Adventureland (ends at 6p)
Meet Chip and Dale at Diamond Horseshoe (ends at 11:30a)
Meet Cinderella at Fairytale Hall
Meet Mickey and Friends at Petes Silly Sideshow
Meet Disney Friends in Town Square (ends at 2p)
Meet Fairy Godmother near BBB (ends at 5p)
Meet Gaston near his tavern (ends at 5p)
Meet Disney Friends at Pete's Silly Sideshow (yeah, it's listed twice)
Meet Merida at Fairytale Garden (ends at 7p)
Meet Peter Pan in Adventureland (ends at 5p)
Meet Tiana in Liberty Square (ends at 9p)
Meet TIgger and Pooh near Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (ends at 6p)
Meet Tinker Bell at Town Square Theater
Meet Toy Story Friends near Splash Mountain (ends at 5p)

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (7)

Main Street Vehicles (stops at 10:15a)
Captain Jack Sparrow's Pirate Tutorial (stops at 5p)
Casey's Corner Pianist (stops at 7p)
Citizens of Main Street (stops at 2p)
Dapper Dans (stops at 4p)
Royal Majesty Makers
Notorious Banjo Brothers and Bob

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (23)

Aloha Isle
Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies
Casey's Corner
Cheshire Cafe
Columbia Harbor House
Cool Ship
Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe
Diamond Horseshoe
The Friar's Nook
Gaston's Tavern
Golden Oak Outpost
The Lunching Pad
Main Street Bakery
Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe
Pinocchio Village Haus
Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
Prince Eric's Village Market
Sleepy Hollow
Storybook Treats
Sunshine Tree Terrace
Tomorrowland Terrace
Tortuga Tavern
Westward Ho

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (4)

Be Our Guest
Liberty Tree Tavern
The Plaza Restaurant
Tony's Town Square

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (3)

Cinderella's Royal Table
Crystal Palace
Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party

Spoiler: Shopping (37)

Agrabah Bazaar
Big Al's
Big Top Souvenirs
Box Office Gifts
Briar Patch
Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin Photos
Buzz's Star Command
Casey Jr. Railroad Mercantile
Castle Couture
The Chapeau
Crystal Arts
Curtain Call Collectibles
Disney Clothiers
Emporium
Fantasy Faire
Frontier Mercantile
Frontier Trading Post
Hundred Acre Goods
La Princesa de Cristal
Liberty Square Parasol Cart
Liberty Square Portrait Gallery
Main Street Chamber of Commerce (package pickup)
Main Street Confectionary
Main Street Transportation Co. Cart West
Memento Mori
Merchant of Venus
Mickey's Star Traders
Newsstand
Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar
Prairie Outpost and Supply
Sir Mickey's
Splashdown Photos
Tomorrowland Light and Power Company
Uptown Jewelers
Ursa's Major Minor Mart
Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe
Zanzibar Trading Co.

Epcot

Rides - 9
Shows - 11
Other - 42
Food - 55
Shop - 49

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (3)

Mission: SPACE
Soarin'
Test Track

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (6)

Ellen's Energy Adventure
Gran Fiesta Tour
Journey Into Imagination with Figment
Living with the Land
The Seas with Nemo and Friends
Spaceship Earth

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (0)

None

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (7)

The American Adventure
Captain EO
Circle of Life
Coral Reef
O Canada
Reflections of China
Turtle Talk with Crush

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (4

British Revolution (ends at 8p)
Canadian Lumberjacks (ends at 6p)
Illuminations (9p)
Paul McKenna Band

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (18)

Advanced Training Lab
American Heritage Gallery
Bijutsu-kan Gallery
Phineas and Ferb: Agent P
Gallery of Arts and History
House of Whispering Willows
Imageworks Labs
Impressions de France
Innoventions East
Innoventions West
Kidcot
Leave a Legacy
Mexico Folk Art Gallery
Project Tomorrow
Seabase
Sea Turtles - Disney Animals
Sharks - Disney Animals
Stave Church Gallery

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (13)

Meet Aladdin and Jasmine in Morocco (ends at 5:30p)
Meet a Wonderland Friend at UK (ends at 5:30p)
Meet Belle in France (ends at 5p)
Meet Disney Pals at Legacy Plaza West (ends at 4p)
Meet Disney Pals in the Character Spot
Meet Donald Duck in Mexico (ends at 7p)
Meet Duffy near Showcase Plaza (ends at 7p)
Meet Mary Poppins in UK (ends at 6p)
Meet More DIsney Pals near Character Spot (normally Chip and Dale, ends at 5p)
Meet Mulan in China (ends at 5p)
Meet Aurora in France (ends at 6:30p)
Meet Show White in Germany (ends at 6:30p)
Meet WInnie the Pooh and Friends in UK (ends at 8p)

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (11)

Jammitors at Future World East (ends at 4p)
Jeweled Dragon Acrobats (ends at 7p)
Matsuriza (ends at 6p)
Rose and Crown Pub Musician (ends at 8p)
Sbandieratori Di Sansepolcro (ends at 5p)
Serveur Amusant (ends at 4:30p)
Voices of Liberty (ends at 5p)
B'net Al Hourwariyate
Mariachi Cobre
Sergio
Viva Mexico

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (33)

Karamell-Kuche
Les Vins de France
The Queen's Table
Weinkeller
Block and Hans
Electric Umbrella
Fife and Drum
Fountain View
Funnel Cake
Gelati
Joy of Tea
Kabuki Cafe
Katsura Grill
Kringla Bakeri
La Cantina de San Angel
La Cava del Tequila
L'Artisan des Glaces
Les Halles Boulangerie & Patisserie
Liberty Inn
Lotus Blossom Cafe
Popcorn in Canada
Promenade Refreshments
Refreshment Cool Post
Refreshment Port
Rose and Crown Pub
Sommerfest
Spice Road Table
Sunshine Seasons
Tangierine Cafe
Test Track Cool Wash
Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar
UK Beer Cart
Yorkshire County Fish Shop

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (14)

Biergarten
Chefs de France
Coral Reef
World Showplace
La Hacienda de San Angel
Nine Dragons
Marrakesh
Rose and Crown
Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room
San Angel Inn Restaurante
Teppan Edo
Tokyo Dining
Tutto Italia Ristorante
Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (8)

Akershus
Candlelight Processional
Garden Grill
Illuminations Dessert Party
Le Cellier
Monsieur Paul
Monsieur Paul New Years
New Years at World Showplace

Spoiler: Shopping (49)

After Market Shop
Art of Disney
Bead Outpost
The Brass Bazaar
Camera Center - Future World
Casablanca Carpets
Club Cool
Crown and Crest
Das Jaufhaus
Der Teddybar
Die Weihnachts Ecke
Disney Traders
El Ranchito del Norte
Gateway Gifts
Glaskunst
Good Fortune Gifts
Heritage Manor Gifts
House of Good Fortune
Il Bel Cristallo
ImageWorks
Kunsterbeit in Kristall
La Bottega Italiana
La Gemme Elegante
La Princesa de Cristal
La Signature
L'Espirit de la Provence
Lords and Ladies
Mission: Space Cargo Bay
Mitsukoshi Department Store
Mouse Gear
My Heritage Books
Northwest Mercantile
Pin Central - Future World
Plaza de los Amigos
Plume et Palette
Port of ENtry
The Puffin's Roost
Ring Carvers
SeaBase Gift Shop
Souk-al-Magreb
Souvenirs de France
Sportsman's Shoppe
Stein Haus
Tangier Traders
The Tea Caddy
The Toy Soldier
Village Traders
Volkskunst
World Traveler

 

[englanddg]

Note - These lists are based off of the listings on the Official Disney sites
WDW​

Hollywood Studios

Rides - 5
Shows - 10
Other - 15
Food - 28
Shop - 33

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (3)

Rockin' Roller Coaster
Star Tours
Tower of Terror

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (2)

The Great Movie Ride
Toy Story Midway Mania

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (0)

None

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (5)

For the First Time in Forever - A Frozen Sing Along Celebration
Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular
Jedi Training Academy
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
Muppet Vision 3D

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (5)

Beauty and the Beast (ends at 5:30p)
Citizens of Hollywood Cavalcade of Stars (10:30a)
Disney Junior Live! (ends at 6p)
Fantasmic! (7p and 8p)
Lights Motors Action! (2 shows)

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (5)

Disney's "Cinderella" Sneak Preview
Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame Plaza
Cinderella Carriage
Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure
The Magic of Disney Animation

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (8)

Meet Buzz Lightyear and Woody at Pixar Place
Meet DIsney Pals at Hollywood Boulevard
Meet Mike and Sulley near Streets of America
Meet Phineas and Ferb near Streets of America
Meet the Incredibles at The Magic of Disney Animation
Meet the Stars of Cars near Streets of America
Meet Disney Jr. Stars at Animation Courtyard
Meet Disney Stars at the Magic of Disney Animation

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (2)

Citizens of Hollywood (ends at 6p)
Mulch, Sweat and Shears

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (18)

ABC Commissary
Anaheim Produce
Backlot Express
Catalina Eddie's
Fairfax Fare
High Octane Refreshments
Brown Derby Lounge
Hollywood Scoops
Min and Bill's Dockside Diner
Oasis Canteen
Pizza Planet Arcade
Rosie's All American Cafe
Starring Rolls Cafe
Studio Catering Co.
Toluca Legs Turkey Co.
Tune In Lounge
Sweet Spells
The Writer's Shop

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (4)

50's Prime Time
Hollywood and Vine
Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano
Sci Fi Dine In Theater

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (6)

Dine with an Imagineer
Fantasmic Dinner Package
Brown Derby
Jedi Mickey Star Wars Dine at Hollywood and Vine
Jedi Mickey Star Wars Dine and Fantasmic Package at Hollywood and Vine
Star Wars Dine-In Galactic Breakfast at Sci Fi

Spoiler: Shopping (33)

Adrian and Edith's Head to Tow
Animation Gallery
Beverly Sunset
Celebrity 5&10
Cover Story
Crossroads of the World
The Darkroom
Disney Studio Store
In Character
Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost
Indiana Jones Truck
It's a Wonderful Shop
Keystone Clothiers
Legends of Hollywood
Magic Ink Artisans at Muppet Courtyard
Magic Ink and Bead Artisans at Rock'n Roller Coaster Plaza
Mickey's of Hollywood
Mouse About Town
Movieland Memorabilia
Once Upon a Time
Oscar's Super Service
Planet Hollywood Super Store
Rock Around the Shop
Stage 1 Company Store
Sunset Club Couture
Sunset Ranch Souvenirs and Gifts
Superstar Shop
Tatooine Traders
Tower Hotel Gifts
Tower Photo
Toy Story Dept.
Villains in Vogue
Youse Guys Moychindice

Animal Kingdom

Rides - 9
Shows - 4
Other - 32
Food - 15
Shop - 15

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (7)

Dinosaur
Expedition Everest
Kali River Rapids
Kilimanjaro Safari
Primeval Whirl

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (0)

None

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (2)

TriceraTop Spin
Wildlife Express Train

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (4)

It's Tough to be a Bug
Festival of the Lion King
Finding Nemo the Musical
Flights of Wonder

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (0)

None

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (18)

Affection Station (petting zoo)
African Elephants - Disney Animals
The Boneyard
Conservation Station
Dino-Sue
Discovery Island Trails
Fossil Fun Games
Gorillas - Disney Animals
Habitat Habit
Lions - Disney Animals
Maharajah Jungle Trek
The Oasis Exhibits
Pangani Forest Exploration Trail
Rhinos - Disney Animals
Tamarins - Disney Animals
Tigers - Disney Animals
Tree of Life
Wilderness Explorers

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (8)

Meet Baloo and King Louie at Upcountry Landing
Meet Disney Pals at Adventurers Outpost
Meet Goofy and Pluto in Dinoland USA
Meet Pocahontas at Discovery Island Trails
Meet Rafiki at Rafiki's Planet Watch
Meet Russell and Dug at Discovery Island
Meed Donald Duck in Dinoland USA
Meet Chip and Dale at Rafiki's Planet Watch

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (6)

Burudika
Chakranadi
Gi-Tar Dan
Tam Tam Drummers
DJ Anaan
Viva Gaia Street Band

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (12)

Anandapur Ice Cream Truck
Dawa Bar
Flame Tree BBQ
Gardens Kiosk
Harimbe Fruit Market
Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery
Pizzafari
Restaurantosaurus
Tamu Tamu Refreshments
Upcountry
Yak and Yeti Local Food Cafe
Yak and Yeti Quality Beverages

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (3)

Rainforest Cafe
Tusker House
Yak and Yeti Restaurant

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (0)

None

Spoiler: Shopping (15)

Africa Hub Cart
Chester and Hester's Dinosaur Treasures
The Dine Institute Shop
Disney Outfitters
Garden Gate Gifts
Island Mercantile
Mandala Gifts
Mariya's Souvenirs
Mombasa Marketplace
Out of the Wild
The Outpost Shop
Rainforest Cafe Shop
Serka Zong Bazaar
Yak and Yeti Bhaktapur Market
Ziwani Traders

 

[englanddg]

Note - These lists are based off of the listings on the Official Disney sites
Disneyland, CA​

Disneyland

Rides - 35
Shows - 12
Other - 16
Food - 34
Shop - 18

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (6)

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Indiana Jones Adventure
Space Mountain
Star Tours
Matterhorn Bobsled
Splash Mountain

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (17)

Alice in Wonderland
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
Finding Nemo's Submarine Voyage
Haunted Mansion
It's a Small World
Jungle Cruise
Mark Twain Riverboat (ends at 4p)
Mr. Toad's Wild Ride
Pinocchio's Daring Journey
Pirates of the Caribbean
Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin
Snow White's Scary Adventures
Storybook Land Canal Boats
Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Peter Pan's Flight
Sailing Ship Columbia

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (12)

Astro Orbitor
Autopia
Casey Jr. Circus Train
Disneyland Monorail
Disneyland Railroad - Main Street
Disneyland Railroad - Toontown
Disneyland Railroad - New Orleans
Disneyland Railroad - Tomorrowland
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Gadget's Go Coaster
King Arthur Carrousel
Mad Tea Party

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (3)

Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln
Enchanted Tiki Room
Captain EO

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (9)

Captain America - Living Legend and Symbol of Courage (ends at 6p)
Fantasmic! (7:30p)
Fantasy Faire (ends at 6p)
Jedi Training Academy (ends at 4:30p)
Mickey and the Magical Map (ends at 6p)
Mickey's Soundsational Parade (4p)
Say Hello to ASIMO (ends at 6p)
Thor: Treasures of Asgard (ends at 6p)
Fireworks

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (14)

Big Thunder Ranch
Chip and Dale Treehouse
The Disney Gallery
Donald's Boat
Frontierland Shootin' Exposition
Goofy's Playhouse
Innoventions
Main Street Cinema
Mickey's House (also a Meet and Greet)
Minnie's House
Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island
Tarzan's Treehouse
Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough
Starcade

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (1)

Meet Tinker Bell and Fairy Friends at Pixie Hollow (ends at 3p)

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (1)

Main Street Vehicles (end at 3p)

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (26)

Aladdin's Oasis
Bengal Barbecue
Big Thunder Ranch Barbecue
Clarabelle's Frozen Yogurt
Daisy's Diner
Edelweiss Snacks
Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor
The Golden Horseshoe
Harbour Galley
Hungry Bear Restaurant
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
Market House
Mint Julep Bar
Pluto's Dog House
Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante
Redd Rockett's Pizza Port
Refreshment Corner
River Belle Terrace
Royal Street Veranda
Stage Door Cafe
Tiki Juice Bar
Tomorrowland Terrace
Tropical Imports
Troubadour Tavern
Village Haus Restaurant
Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (3)

Cafe Orleans
Carnation Cafe
Plaza Inn

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (5)

Blue Bayou
Fantasmic Dessert Package at Hungry Bear
Fantasmic Dining Packages
Fantasmic On the Go Package at Aladdin's Oasis
French Market

Spoiler: Shopping (18)

20th Century Music Company
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Briar Patch
Cristal d'Orleans
Crystal Arts
Disneyana
Disney Showcase
Emporium
Gag Factory - Toontown Five and Dime
Little Green Men Store Command
The Mad Hatter in Fantasyland
The Mad Hatter on Main Street USA
Main Street Photo Supply Co.
Pioneer Mercantile
Pooh Corner
Silhouette Studio
The Star Trader
Westward Ho Trading Company

Disney's California Adventure

Rides - 20
Shows - 9
Other - 14
Food - 30
Shop - 6

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (5)

California Screamin'
Mickey's Fun Wheel
Radiator Springs Racers
Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Grizzley River Run
Sourin' Over California

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (3)

The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure
Monster's Inc, Mike and Sulley to the Rescue
Toy Story Midway Mania

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (12)

Flik's Flyers
Francis Ladybug Boogie
Golden Zephyr
Goofy's Sky School
Heimlich's Chew Chew Train
Jumpin' Jellyfish
King Triton's Carousel
Mater's Junkyard Jamboree
Red Car Trolley
Silly Symphony Swings
Tuck and Roll's Drive 'em Buggies
Luigi's Flying Tires

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (4)

For the First Time in Forever - A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
Red Car Trolley News Boys
Turtle Talk with Crush
It's Tough to be a Bug

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (5)

Disney Jr. Live on Stage! (ends at 4p)
Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular (ends at 6:20p)
Freeze the Night Family Dance Party (6p - 8p)
Pixar Play Parade
World of Color

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (9)

Special Extended Sneak Peek of "Cinderella"
Animation Academy
Bakery Tour of Boudin Bakery
Games of the Boardwalk
Olaf's Snow Fest
Princess Dot Puddle Park
Sorcerer's Workshop
Redwood Creek Challenge Trail
Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (5)

Anna and Elsa's Royal Welcome
Meet Disney Pals on Buena Vista Street
Meet Friends from Toy STory at Paradise Pier
Meet Lightning McQueen and Mater in Cars Land
Meet Oswald the Lucky Rabbit on Buena Vista Street

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (0)

None

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (25)

Alfresco Tasting Terrace
Award Weiners
Bayside Brews
Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta
Carthay Circle Lounge
Clarabelle's
Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill
Corn Dog Castle
Cove Bar
Cozy Cone Motel
Fairfax Market
Fiddler, Fifer and Practical Cafe
Fillmore's Taste-In
Flo's V8 Cafe
Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop
Lucky Fortune Cookery
Mendocino Terrace
Pacific Wharf Cafe
Paradise Pier Ice Cream Company
Rita's Baha Blenders
Schmoozies
Sonoma Terrace
Studio Catering Co.
Taste Pilots' Grill
Trolley Treats

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (1)

Paradise Garden Grill

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (4)

Ariel's Grotto
Carthay Circle Restaurant
Wine Country Trattoria
World of Color Dining Package

Spoiler: Shopping (6)

Elias and Co.
Julius Katz and Sons
Kingswell Camera Shop
Off the Page
Sideshow Shirts
Wandering Oaken's Trading Post

 

[englanddg]

WDW Totals (4 parks)
Rides - 9+5+9+24 = 47 or avg of 11.75 per park
Shows - 4+10+11+21 = 46 or avg of 11.5 per park
Other - 32+15+42+33 = 122 or avg of 30.5 per park
Food - 15+28+55+30 = 128 or avg of 32 per park
Shop - 15+33+49+37 = 134 or avg of 33.5 per park

Disneyland Totals (2 parks)
Rides - 20 + 35 = 55 or avg of 27.5 per park
Shows - 9 + 12 = 21 or avg of 10.5 per park
Other - 14 + 16 = 20 or avg of 10 per park
Food - 30 + 34 = 64 or avg of 16 per park
Shop - 6 + 18 = 24 or avg of 12 per park

 

[Mike S]

One thing I noticed, how many shops are packed in each park at WDW compared to DLR. They pack rides, we pack shops. Wonderful...........

 

[englanddg]

One thing I noticed, how many shops are packed in each park at WDW compared to DLR. They pack rides, we pack shops. Wonderful...........

Yeah, I noticed the same thing. It makes you realize that those who "gripe" about the "shopping mall" feel of WDW...really may have something to their concern...when you look at the raw numbers.

Also, WDW pads their numbers, where Disneyland leaves them off.

For example, they break down "Disney Animals, Lions" as "Entertainment" (along with a bunch of others they break down like that)...for AK, to pad the numbers.

But, at Disneyland, for example, I know for a fact they have roving characters in both parks (Duffy in Paradise Pier, various characters in Disneyland, Streetmosphere on both Main Street and Buena Vista), and while WDW lists each and every one, DLR barely notes them on their website.

That's why I did this exercise, because things are called "attractions" that really shouldn't be.

For example, both resorts classify the MK/DL Railroad BY STOP...each STOP is it's own "attraction"...

Yeah...whatever...it's ONE ride.

Though, I listed what they listed...so you'll see that reflected in my counts...hence why I made the detailed list, so you could see my reasoning behind the numbers (or lack thereof where I bowed to Disney calling the same thing by many different names).

 

[Mike S]

Yeah, I noticed the same thing. It makes you realize that those who "gripe" about the "shopping mall" feel of WDW...really may have something to their concern...when you look at the raw numbers.

Also, WDW pads their numbers, where Disneyland leaves them off.

For example, they break down "Disney Animals, Lions" as "Entertainment" (along with a bunch of others they break down like that)...for AK, to pad the numbers.

But, at Disneyland, for example, I know for a fact they have roving characters in both parks (Duffy in Paradise Pier, various characters in Disneyland, Streetmosphere on both Main Street and Buena Vista), and while WDW lists each and every one, DLR barely notes them on their website.

That's why I did this exercise, because things are called "attractions" that really shouldn't be.

For example, both resorts classify the MK/DL Railroad BY STOP...each STOP is it's own "attraction"...

Yeah...whatever...it's ONE ride.

Though, I listed what they listed...so you'll see that reflected in my counts...hence why I made the detailed list, so you could see my reasoning behind the numbers (or lack thereof where I bowed to Disney calling the same thing by many different names).

We do have more shows though, some of which I wouldn't give up for anything (CoP, HoP, AA, etc).

 

[doctornick]

Also, WDW pads their numbers, where Disneyland leaves them off.

Then again, DL has the Monorail as a ride/attraction, but the Monorail rides at WDW aren't counted because they aren't in the parks (an arbitrary distinction since they are still part of the WDW experience). And I don't think the Epcot Friendship Boats are listed which would be something comparable.

Not to debate that DL has far better density of attractions. Just that there are arbitrary listings in both cases.

 

[Kman101]

Okay.... From my battered memory when I had just a few minutes to peruse the plans electronically at a meeting at Wilderness Lodge a few years ago....

Entrance was on the left, exit from gift shop the right. Entrance had more than one lane, I assume the usual standby, Fastpass and singles.

The front of stage one proper was an elaborate switchback queue, winding through various themed rooms and halls from the film. The iconic circular reception hall was one. This filled probably half of the stage front to back and two thirds left to right. The right hand third (towards TSMM) was the exit gift shop and photo pickup.

Load was an island platform with duel load / unload tracks. Ride system was indeed suspended. 2 seats across. Coaster harnesses but more for safety given the ride style as opposed to a Dragons Challenge or Montu style multiple G harness. I got the impression it was more Thundermountain style thrills and profiles as opposed to Everest.

I want to say there was a small first lift just after load, to go up and above the queue area. There were several dark ride show scenes along this area, all in an upper floor area. There were definitly two lifts, the smaller being in the stage building.

The track then crossed into the new Gravity building, built on the rear of stage one. The main second lift was across the interior of the front of the gravity building. I can't remember if it was immiediatly after entering the gravity building or if the ride looped around the building at this lower level before coming back along the right hand wall to ascend the lift.

The vehicles then ascended the main lift and proceeded through the gravity building. The track seemed lengthy and quite intricate, with a lot of dark ride style show scenes and eye candy. It struck me more of a full on dark ride using a coaster style ride system, as opposed to a roller coaster with a few show scenes interspersed with darkness.

The ride ended up (naturally) coming out of the TSMM side of the gravity building and into stage one for a right hand turn back to unload.

That sounds great. Thanks for sharing the details.

Now I'm even more disappointed it wasn't greenlit. Probably cost too much. I wonder at the end of the day how barebones it would end up being and how much would have been cut. Shame I even think that way but history has proven (Dwarfs Mine Train, anyone?) that they will chop it down to the bare minimum.

 

[Next Big Thing]

We do have more shows though, some of which I wouldn't give up for anything (CoP, HoP, AA, etc).

Not to mention pretty much all of the shows at DAK, especially FotLK.

 

[englanddg]

Note - These lists are based off of the listings on the Official Universal Florida site
Universal Studios, FL​

Universal Studios

Rides - 11
Shows - 12
Other - 4
Food - 14
Shop - 23

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (3)

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
Transformers the Ride
Escape from Gringott's

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (6)

E.T. Aventure
Men in Black Alien Attack
Revenge of the Mummy
Disaster
The Simpsons Ride
Hogwarts Express

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (2)

Kang and Kodos Twirl n Hurl
Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (4)

Universal Orlando's Horror Make-up Show
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
Twister
Shrek 4-D

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (8)

A Day in the Park WIth Barney
The Blues Brother's Show
Beetlejuice's Graveyard Revue
Animal Actors on Location!
Fear Factor Live
Universal's Superstar Parade
Universal's Cinematic Spectacular
Terminator 2 3D

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (4)

Curious George goes to Town
Fievel's Playland
Lucy - A Tribute
Kings Cross Station

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (0)

None

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (0)

None

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (12)

Leaky Cauldron
Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlour
Richter's Burger Co.
Mel's Drive In
Universal Studio's Classic Monsters Cafe
Louie's Italian Restaurant
Fast Food Boulevard (includes Moes)
Beverly Hills Boulangerie
Schwab's Pharmacy
Starbucks
Ben and Jerry's
Studio Sweets

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (2)

Lombard's Seafood Grille
Finnegan's Bar and Grill

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (0)

None

Spoiler: Shopping (23)

Ollivander's
Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes
Borgin and Burkes
Magical Menagerie
Madam Malkin's Robes for all Occasions
Wiseacre's Wizarding Equipment
Quality Quidditch Supplies
Cyber Image
Silver Screen Collectibles
Brown Derby Hat Shop
Universal Studios Store
Supply Vault
Super Silly Stuff
It's a Wrap
Shrek's Ye Olde Souvenir Shoppe
On Location
Aftermath
Sahara Traders
Spongebob Storepants
The Barney Store
E.T's Toy Closet and Photo Spot
Kwik-E-Mart
MIB Gear

Islands of Adventure

Rides - 16
Shows - 2
Other - 7
Food - 16
Shop - 24

Spoiler: Ride - High Thrill / Coaster (8)

Spider Man
Doctor Doom's Fearfall
Dudley Do-RIght's Ripsaw Falls
Incredible Hulk
Jurassic River Adventure
Popeye & Bluto's Bilge Rat Barges
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Dragon Challenge

Spoiler: Ride - Dark Ride / Omnimover / Boat (3)

The Cat in the Hat
High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train
Hogwarts Express

Spoiler: Ride - Kiddie / Flat Ride / Spinner (5)

Caro-Seuss-el
One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish
Pteranodon Flyers
Storm Force Accelatron
Flight of the Hippogriff

Spoiler: Show - All day or Animatronic (0)

None

Spoiler: Show - Parade or Limited Hours (2)

The Eigth Voyage of Sinbad Stunt Show
Oh the Stories You'll Hear

Spoiler: Other - Playground / Walkthrough / Other (7)

Hogsmeade Station
Poseidon's Fury
Camp Jurassic
If I Ran The Zoo
Jurassic Park DIscovery Center
Me Ship, The Olive
Kingpin's Arcade

Spoiler: Other - Meet and Greet (0)

None

Spoiler: Other - Streetmosphere (0)

None

Spoiler: Food - QS Restaurant / Snacks (14)

Three Broomsticks
Circus McGurkus Cafe
Cafe 4
Captain America Diner
Comic Strip Cafe
Thunder Falls TErrace
The Burger Digs
Croissant Moon Bakery
Blondie's
The Watering Hole
Hop on Pop Ice Cream
Island Market and Export Candy Shoppe
Snookers and Snookers Sweet Candy Cookers
Honeydukes

Spoiler: Food - TS Restaurant (0)

None

Spoiler: Food - Signature, Special or Character Dines (2)

Mythos Restaurant
Confisco Grille

Spoiler: Shopping (24)

Dervish and Banges
Fitch's Emporium fo Confiscated Goods
Ollivanders
Islands of Adventure Trading Company
Ocean Trader Market
DeFoto's Expedition Photography
Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe
Port Provisions
Gasoline Alley
Betty Boop Store
Toon Extra
DinoStore
Jurassic Outfitters
Treasures of Poseidon
The Coin Mint
The Pearl Factory
Historic Families - Heraldry
Star Souls - Psychic Reading
Marvel Alterniverse Store
Comic Book Shop
Oakley
Cat, Hats and Things
All the Books you can Read
Mulberry Street Store

 

[englanddg]

Universal Florida
Rides - 11+16 = 27 avg 13.5 per park
Shows - 12 + 2 = 14 avg 7 per park
Other - 4 + 7 = 11 avg 5.5 per park
Food - 14 + 16 = 30 avg 15 per park
Shop - 23 + 24 = 47 avg 23.5 per park