I'm really curious if Country Bear Jamboree would have increased in popularity this last decade had they kept it, like how Tiki Room seems to have grown in popularity over the last decade. They could still have a Pooh meet and greet, but instead of a lousy attraction that appeals strictly to toddlers, we'd still have a high quality and distinctly 'Disney' experience in Critter Country.
With three quality overlays, it seems like a natural fit for Disney's current philosophy of using overlays to drive business year round. Disneyland is also lacking in quality air conditioned theater experiences, especially when compared to how it used to be.
I’m probably reading too much into it, but—with its many blatant Frozen nods—is it a PR olive branch to make up for past damage? The whole thing looks like the world’s most expensive feel-good Hallmark card that Chik-Fil-A signed their name to.
