Universal Epic Universe (South Expansion Complex) - Now Open!

[brb1006]

The production on this livestream is dreadful. At one point they cut to the "hosts" at the desk when they weren't expecting to be on and they were all holding fans up while assistants held umbrellas to provide shade.

The guy asking questions has been bad, too. He forgets to move the microphone depending on who is talking. And those being interviewed aren't even facing the camera.

I can't stop watching...

I did enjoy the food segment.

 

[Jrb1979]

Sorry to expect them when the concept art certainly showed these "over rated fireworks."

Again it's concept art. It changes all the time, just look at Disney.

 

[lazyboy97o]

Again it's concept art. It changes all the time, just look at Disney.

They spent the money to build the launch complex and building roofs for pyro.

 

[Lil Copter Cap]

Again it's concept art. It changes all the time, just look at Disney.

Sure. But I was mainly pointing out the fact you called them overrated when Universal certainly had no issue alluding to them being a nighttime offering.

 

[brb1006]

Go to the Mouse if you want over rated fireworks that bad.

You take that back!

 

[Jrb1979]

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You take that back!

No never. Fireworks aren't that special for one. Two Universal is not Disney.

 

[brb1006]

This livestream is truly insufferable. The hosts and the amount of forced corporate speak and phrases and wording they annd everyone they’re interviewing are required to use is hitting critical mass. Just an endless spew of bullet points they’re required to get across. Amazing. Incredible. Brilliant. Immersive.

I get that it’s just a big ad for the park but still, corporations really need to dial down this stuff because when they lay it on this heavy, it has the opposite effect of what they’re going for.

I prefer how The Today Show handled discussing Epic Universe since it felt more informative.

 

[Disney Analyst]

Disney has Pixie Dusters, what's the name for the Universal equivalent?

 

[MisterPenguin]

Fireworks aren't that special for one

You'll find very large crowds that don't share that opinion.

Also, you'll find Universal fans who are going to be very disappointed Universal still isn't giving them a nightly fireworks show.

 

[MisterPenguin]

Disney has Pixie Dusters, what's the name for the Universal equivalent?

Glitterers.

 

[jrhwdw]

They have a pyro bunker for the possibility of future shows but unless it's the best kept secret, there is no fireworks outside tonight & tomorrow.

There is Fireworks Tomorrow Night?

 

[Disney Analyst]

Glitterers.

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Perfect, this is now the image I will see when certain posters contribute haha.

 

[brb1006]

The only decent thing about the Grand Opening Ceremony Livestream is that we get some actually good views of the park at night. If only the park was opened much later instead of closing at 9:00 or 10:00.

 

[Comped]

Within TWDC, there's loads of Universal fans at all levels of the company, and vice-versa.

As a CM I was even encouraged to learn about Epic as much as possible, and even go to the park if I could - because guests would ask questions about it. Or at least that was the theory. Nothing official for obvious reasons, but this was months before we even had previews so it kind of makes you wonder. The number of times I heard people who were luckier in me in getting a TM family and friends preview spot talking about the experience on stage is hard to quantify...

Looks like the governor is in attendance tonight.

From what I understand, prior to being governor he was more of a Disney fan then a universal fan (and his wife/kids are still). It's almost expected he shows up for any opening ceremony given that this is a big moment for the state economically and otherwise. I do wonder what rides he went on though.

 

[JT3000]

This livestream has reached peak awkwardness. Or am I speaking too soon?

 

[Brian]

From what I understand, prior to being governor he was more of a Disney fan then a universal fan (and his wife/kids are still). It's almost expected he shows up for any opening ceremony given that this is a big moment for the state economically and otherwise. I do wonder what rides he went on though.

That is also my understanding. At least Mrs. DeSantis is (was?) a big Disney fan, as she insisted they have their wedding there, including characters at the reception. But I would be surprised if Gov. DeSantis didn't show up to this opening or, if in an alternate universe, Disney were opening a new theme park tomorrow, given, as you pointed out, how big of a moment this is for the state.

 

[Animaniac93-98]

This is better than the livestream, which I'm finding a little obnoxious. The hosts are awful.

I know Patrick is a former Universal employee and prominent influencer, but I don't think he was the best choice.

Makes you wish they'd done a lavish, celebrity and music filled pre-recorded TV special instead like theme parks used to get.

 

[Tom Morrow]

Is there going to be anything worthwhile at the end of this livestream? It just keeps going and I can't stand it anymore.

 

[Jayspency]

Is there going to be anything worthwhile at the end of this livestream? It just keeps going and I can't stand it anymore.

I think theres gonna be fireworks

 

[Animaniac93-98]

I recently re-watched "Welcome to the World", the 1975 TV-special used to promote the opening of Space Mountain.

It's camp. It's cringe. But it's certainly an entertaining spectacle and you know how difficult it would have been to film that opening number (which took several days to do).

What do tap dancing toy soldiers have to do with Space Mountain? Absolutely nothing. But it's a fun moment and if you're going to put on a show, you might as well go big and make it something worth watching.

The opening special for Euro Disney is the gold standard IMO. Did a good job highlighting the park, and spotlighting the various lands, lots of musical performances, moments like the castle lighting, etc. It gets you hyped to go to DLP.