The Hall of Presidents to reopen before Christmas

[larryz]

I still think they should eventually move the HoP to the Smithsonian in Washington DC. This would allow even more patrons to experience it. They should then replace the Liberty Square version with "Muppet Congress".

Senator Fozzi and Representative Piggy. I like it!

 

[willtravel]

I'll believe it when I see a picture of the doors open and people flocking into attraction...

But I do wish it would open up.

 

[MisterPenguin]

The most excitement regarding this attraction will come from Twitter.

One account in particular.

If Mr. Trump actually did a recording session for the attraction, I find it difficult to believe that the press, the leaky White House, or the one who seems do have a Twitter addiction and no filter wouldn't have spilled the beans, especially to brag about it.

 

[Horizons '83]

If Mr. Trump actually did a recording session for the attraction, I find it difficult to believe that the press, the leaky White House, or the one who seems do have a Twitter addiction and no filter wouldn't have spilled the beans, especially to brag about it.

Agreed. That's why I feel this is more of a capacity thing. They most likely realized that they won't have an update for Trump for a while and decided to open it as is. Makes sense to be able to suck up several hundred people an hour especially during the Holidays.

 

[peter11435]

Agreed. That's why I feel this is more of a capacity thing. They most likely realized that they won't have an update for Trump for a while and decided to open it as is. Makes sense to be able to suck up several hundred people an hour especially during the Holidays.

When the show reopens trump will be there.

 

[Horizons '83]

When the show reopens trump will be there.

Didn't know that was confirmed. Well, then I guess its a matter if he has a speech. I really don't think it would ruin the show if he didn't speak.

 

[disneygeek90]

About three shows an hour (23mins a show) and it seats 700

Pretty sure the actual show times are at the bottom and top of the hour, every hour.

 

[brb1006]

About three shows an hour (23mins a show) and it seats 700

Here's a great photo showing the amount of seats.

 

[Howdy]

Disney should just have a sign and pre-show announcement stating that anyone heckling or vocally protesting the attraction will be removed from the park for the rest of the day. There are plenty of us who did not vote for Trump but still enjoy the show and would like me to do so in peace.

 

[iHeartDisneylandCats]

My guess is that if Trump didn't record a new speech, Disney may have just used his oath of office. Just a guess though.

 

[DisneyGigi]

I feel sorry for anyone who would protest or speak out at the HOP. They must live a miserable life

I couldn't agree more. I only did it once and that was when Bush was president. I was blown away at both sides cheering and jeering. It seems petty and childish no matter whom the president is and whether or not you agree with him. If you want to protest or speak your mind, do so - but, what really is the point of doing it to an audio animatronic?? Jus' Sayin..

 

[WhatJaneSays]

Any idea if they are changing the Morgan Freeman narration or video that plays during the show?

They have always had a new one for each new POTUS, so I would guess there will be a new narrator but it's as of yet unannounced.

 

[Pixieish]

I am making the assumption people will act as sane mature adults. No disrespectful behavior should be tolerated in this venue. We always visit the HOP. Value for adults and kids.

Unfortunately self-restraint is not an ability that is possessed by many.

 

[Frizzball]

Surely people are not that mature or are you saying some just can't accept the choice of the American citizens. If they can't that is their issue in acting as responsible mature adults.

Somehow I doubt this issue is going to be limited to only one side of the debate. People who support him are just as likely to use the attraction as a vehicle for political debate as those who don't

 

[TeriofTerror]

It's definitely going to be interesting to see what happens. I think the vast majority of people who heavily disagree with Trump will just give the attraction a miss (myself included) but there will be conflict. Trump being the most contentious President in recent history, there will be people on both sides who can't resist getting loudly political. Trump is a man who engenders strong emotions in most of us, no matter what side of the debate you fall on and it is nuts to assume that those emotions aren't going to leak out.

I'd hope that most people would realise that Disney's hands are tied to including him and that there is no political statement to be made about that but I don't really have much hope that common sense will prevail.

I agree, but no one can untie Disney's hands except Disney.

 

[discos]

I feel like cast members will be advised what to do if things get out of hand, but I don't believe anything will be said prior to the show starting. Maybe if enough disturbances throughout the performance begin to occur then they might be inclined to have an opening spiel. Drawing less attention to people causing disturbances may be the best thing so the idea isn't planted in anyone's head.

 

[Maerj]

They should install water sprayers for guests who get a little out of line during this attraction. If a guest starts yelling, booing or making a scene, water is sprayed in their face and a sign light up on the back of the seat in front of them saying "Calm down, it's not really him it's just a robot in a theme park attraction."

 

[AEfx]

I think there will be more than just cast members at this attraction though. All plain clothes but definitely a presence of security.

100% agree.

If people don't think that there will be folks who will buy a ticket to the MK just to throw something, or even attempt to get on the stage and try to deface him, knowing full-well that they will be ejected and face trespassing or other charges, they haven't been paying attention. And some will laud them as folk heroes for "the cause".

I'm sure some will scoff at this notion, but I fully, entirely believe it based on what I have seen and experienced in the past year.

 

[Horizons1]

To be fair, the AA at Epcot covers general American history, the HoP is supposed to be specifically focused on the Presidents. The reason it may have once focused on broad history was possibly because there wasn’t an AA yet.

I guess that’s true.

 

[Pixieish]

100% agree.

If people don't think that there will be folks who will buy a ticket to the MK just to throw something, or even attempt to get on the stage and try to deface him, knowing full-well that they will be ejected and face trespassing or other charges, they haven't been paying attention. And some will laud them as folk heroes for "the cause".

I'm sure some will scoff at this notion, but I fully, entirely believe it based on what I have seen and experienced in the past year.

Same. It's pretty awful the lack of self-control, intelligent debate, and respect in society today.