MK Tiana's Bayou Adventure - latest details and construction progress

[Buried20KLeague]

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I spy the first effect that will break and never be fixed again!!

 

[Sir_Cliff]

Some of the shorthand used to create convincing and transportive experiences for the average parks guest in the 50s, 70s, or 90s, is now considered by some to be disrespectful, ignorant, or offensive.

Authenticity seems like a way to avoid this.

TBA’s stylized version of New Orleans may not “feel” as period-/location-appropriate because it seems to rely less on tropes. This, to your point, makes it a taller order to transport a broad audience who are expecting Mardi Gras beads and beignets.

An interesting older example in this regard is the original Mexico pavilion at Epcot. They actually went to the trouble of inviting Mexican exchange students to see what they had planned, and they reacted negatively to the recycling of old stereotypes. That was what led them to bring in people from the Chicano art movement in East Los Angeles... not exactly Mexico, but I guess what passed for authentically Mexican in the late-1970s/early-1980s!

 

[Figments Friend]

So….
Getting back to the Attraction itself….

Based on what has been publically released thus far, am I the only one wondering how the long explained ‘Tiana’s Food’ branding and backstory relates to what has been seen thus far?

There seems to be two ‘stories’ happening here, and it feels somewhat disjointed.

Originally, Disney was adamant about making sure we knew Tiana had her own employee co-op business, her own restaurant , and something about a salt dome and finding a ‘missing ingredient’.
Then later we have Disney promoting the animal critters , those fun loving musical friends we meet along the way as we travel to the party being thrown for everyone.

So which ‘story’ is really being told here…?
Both?
Seems a lot to digest for what should just be a fun frolic through the bayou.



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[TheMaxRebo]

So….
Getting back to the Attraction itself….

Based on what has been publically released thus far, am I the only one wondering how the long explained ‘Tiana’s Food’ branding and backstory relates to what has been seen thus far?

There seems to be two ‘stories’ happening here, and it feels somewhat disjointed.

Originally, Disney was adamant about making sure we knew Tiana had her own employee co-op business, her own restaurant , and something about a salt dome and finding a ‘missing ingredient’.
Then later we have Disney promoting the animal critters , those fun loving musical friends we meet along the way as we travel to the party being thrown for everyone.

So which ‘story’ is really being told here…?
Both?
Seems a lot to digest for what should just be a fun frolic through the bayou.



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I think the first part is more about the setting and back story, to explain how this is after the movie and why ride isn't a retelling of the movie

The 2nd part relates more to the actual storyline of the attraction, what the guests will experience

So first part is the "where and the when", 2nd is the "what and the why"

 

[_caleb]

So….
Getting back to the Attraction itself….

Based on what has been publically released thus far, am I the only one wondering how the long explained ‘Tiana’s Food’ branding and backstory relates to what has been seen thus far?

There seems to be two ‘stories’ happening here, and it feels somewhat disjointed.

Originally, Disney was adamant about making sure we knew Tiana had her own employee co-op business, her own restaurant , and something about a salt dome and finding a ‘missing ingredient’.
Then later we have Disney promoting the animal critters , those fun loving musical friends we meet along the way as we travel to the party being thrown for everyone.

So which ‘story’ is really being told here…?
Both?
Seems a lot to digest for what should just be a fun frolic through the bayou.



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I know you know what a backstory is.

Theme Parkology - BackstoryTheme Park Backstory - Themed Attraction

As developers and designers % of themed entertainment, it is our responsibility to author backstories so rich and believable that our guests never question the worlds we create for them to enjoy

www.themedattraction.com

 

[UNCgolf]

I know you know what a backstory is.

Theme Parkology - BackstoryTheme Park Backstory - Themed Attraction

As developers and designers % of themed entertainment, it is our responsibility to author backstories so rich and believable that our guests never question the worlds we create for them to enjoy

www.themedattraction.com

I think that's actually the issue, though. A backstory is usually in the background -- something to help the designers (or actors, author, etc.) frame what they're doing. It's generally not part of marketing materials.

With the limited information we have right now, the backstory feels divorced from the attraction (i.e. if the backstory didn't exist it wouldn't have any material impact on the ride itself), and thus feels superfluous. That's not necessarily out of the ordinary for a backstory, but it becomes an issue here because Disney promoted it.

That could certainly change once the attraction opens and we see the whole thing, though, so there is a giant caveat on all of this.

I also don't think it's a major problem or one that should have any impact on a person's enjoyment of the attraction itself -- it just feels like a bit of a misfire on Disney's part. It's also why the Mama Odie's hot sauce bottle was so confusing.

 

[_caleb]

I think that's actually the issue, though. A backstory is usually in the background -- something to help the designers (or actors, author, etc.) frame what they're doing. It's generally not part of marketing materials.

With the limited information we have right now, the backstory feels divorced from the attraction (i.e. if the backstory didn't exist it wouldn't have any material impact on the ride itself), and thus feels superfluous. That's not necessarily out of the ordinary for a backstory, but it becomes an issue here because Disney promoted it.

That could certainly change once the attraction opens and we see the whole thing, though, so there is a giant caveat on all of this.

I also don't think it's a major problem or one that should have any impact on a person's enjoyment of the attraction itself -- it just feels like a bit of a misfire on Disney's part. It's also why the Mama Odie's hot sauce bottle was so confusing.

My take is that the social media team pressured WDI for content. To avoid spoilers, they went with geeky behind-the-scenes details (like the backstory) to help generate buzz.

Mission accomplished on these boards, at least.

The end result is that fans have been sitting with the employee-owned co-op and weather vane stuff for a long time, with little in the way of story (even now, on the eve of previews).

Also, as others have mentioned, I think the D+ series was meant to provide some context, but that seems to have been delayed/reworked.

 

[Homemade Imagineering]

The finale scene will be entirely new.


Not sure if it's exactly 48 but it's around that figure. Close to 20 are advanced audio-animatronics, the rest are models with limited movement. No projected faces but plenty of cool projection effects throughout the ride scenes like fireflies and fog.

Well this seems like it was indeed spot on

 

[SplashJacket]

I think that's actually the issue, though. A backstory is usually in the background -- something to help the designers (or actors, author, etc.) frame what they're doing. It's generally not part of marketing materials.

With the limited information we have right now, the backstory feels divorced from the attraction (i.e. if the backstory didn't exist it wouldn't have any material impact on the ride itself), and thus feels superfluous. That's not necessarily out of the ordinary for a backstory, but it becomes an issue here because Disney promoted it.

That could certainly change once the attraction opens and we see the whole thing, though, so there is a giant caveat on all of this.

I also don't think it's a major problem or one that should have any impact on a person's enjoyment of the attraction itself -- it just feels like a bit of a misfire on Disney's part. It's also why the Mama Odie's hot sauce bottle was so confusing.

That’s the thing with backstories. Usually they’re like salt on a table, not everyone needs to get/use them to enjoy the offerings.

Hard to judge if an experience is enjoyable without a backstory (but it seems to be) and we should remember the backstories of other modern Disney rides that raised eyebrows (Guardians at Epcot) are fully enjoyable without or in spite of said backstories.

I’m not worried about this either.

 

[DCBaker]

Disney has released a full Tiana’s Bayou Adventure POV video:

 

[Tha Realest]

Disney has released a full Tiana’s Bayou Adventure POV video:

I had to double check both your username and the YT channel before I clicked. Wow!

 

[pigglewiggle]

Well I'll say it - I love it! I think the story flowed, beautiful inside, I get why what happens to us happens, great music.

This will be a hit.

 

[Incomudro]

I realise I’m in the minority. But I’ll never understand why most places crank it up so high that you need to put a sweater on at the height of summer!

Part of that feeling is likely the contrast of coming in from a hot and humid place to a cool and dry one.
I know when I first come into my air conditioned house from outside, it often feels really cool but given some time to adjust it isn't.

 

[SilentWindODoom]

It cools us off when we are hot.
I choose not to be sweating, hot and uncomfortable in temps of 97 with a 73 dew point

I choose air conditioning.

Nothing like that blast walking into a store in the dead of August.

Yeah, but the dress she was wearing should have had a more similar shape to that of the og dress

Maybe she owns dresses of many styles like actual women.

A point I think gets lost is that in her human wedding, she opted for a dress more in style to the one in the finale. The big ball gown was a costume meant for sitting behind a table and selling food. When she chose what to wear for herself in a formal situation and to actually party, she didn't choose that.

Disney has released a full Tiana’s Bayou Adventure POV video:

And here we go...

 

[JustInTime]

The cuts and edits in the video make it hard to follow the plot. It looks amazing. I do wish there were more critters in the empty scenes bother overall this feels like an upgrade. Can’t wait to ride it!

 

[EagleScout610]

Disney has released a full Tiana’s Bayou Adventure POV video:

There it is. We lost Splash Mountain for....a Disney Jr. show log flume, where we'll just shout the story at you. What a shame. This really is Frozen 2.0.

 

[SilentWindODoom]

Just a reminder that there is a thread that was made to discuss spoilers for the attraction to help those who want to discuss here without knowing everything before they ride.

I don't know how much of a difference the video being official makes it or how much discussion can be had non-spoilery in here once the dam is broken and people know, but...

 

[bwr827]

Looks amazing! So many upgrades. Music is lovely, story works great, screens used very well to add depth and sparkle, animatronics feel alive… The list goes on!

 

[Tha Realest]

Well, now we know why it’s a Genie+ attraction and not ILL.

 

[dothebrdwalk]

The cuts and edits in the video make it hard to follow the plot. It looks amazing. I do wish there were more critters in the empty scenes bother overall this feels like an upgrade. Can’t wait to ride it!

Glad you noticed this too. I thought I was having trouble following and was disappointed. I’m sure there’s story set up in the queue as well. Overall, a big upgrade!