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Muppet*Vision 3D Will Live On in VR After Hollywood Studios Closure

Brian Henson has shared that a preserved version of Muppet*Vision 3D is heading to virtual reality, with an initial release planned for Apple Vision Pro and potential expansion to other VR headsets down the line. The Muppets have been enjoying renewed attention thanks to a new The Muppet Show special on Disney+, and now one of Jim Henson’s most Muppet*Vision 3D Will Live On in VR After Hollywood Studios Closure

Is The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure Better Than the Original at Hollywood Studios?

For years, that darkened theater tucked away in what used to be Animation Courtyard just sat there… collecting dust and plenty of fan speculation for over 4 years. When Disney finally announced a reimagined Little Mermaid stage show for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, expectations were… high. Maybe too high. Now that The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure has Is The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure Better Than the Original at Hollywood Studios?

Disney Fans React to Live Animator Removal at Hollywood Studios

Just yesterday, Disney announced Olaf Draws! — a new version of the Animation Academy experience coming later this summer to The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The updated offering will feature an Audio-Animatronic Olaf hosting drawing classes, with the animation instructions provided through pre-recorded videos of accomplished animators from Walt Disney Animation Studios. But Disney Fans React to Live Animator Removal at Hollywood Studios

Olaf Animatronic Debuting in Hollywood Studios’ New Animation Class

There will be a new class in session at Disney’s Hollywood Studios reimagined Animation Academy… and this time, Olaf is running the show. In the newly-introduced Olaf Draws! experience, the beloved snowman from Frozen steps into the spotlight as host, welcoming guests into a refreshed studio environment designed to celebrate the art of Disney character animation. Learn to Draw Olaf Animatronic Debuting in Hollywood Studios’ New Animation Class

Josh D’Amaro Helped on New Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Update

As Josh D’Amaro prepares to step into the role of Disney CEO, new details are emerging about how hands-on he’s been with upcoming park updates; including changes to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In a recent profile, Harvard Business Review’s Marcus Buckingham shadowed D’Amaro through a full day that included time in the parks, meetings at his Josh D’Amaro Helped on New Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Update

Hollywood Brown Derby Unveils Fresh Spring Menu at Disney World

Spring menu updates are rolling out across Walt Disney World, and one of the most noticeable refreshes is happening at The Hollywood Brown Derby inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney shared a look Thursday at several new dishes that are now available at the signature restaurant, and the lineup leans heavily on seasonal ingredients, colorful presentations, Hollywood Brown Derby Unveils Fresh Spring Menu at Disney World

Darth Vader’s New Meet & Greet Spot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the BEST

Darth Vader has a new home at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – and honestly, it’s about time. With the long-overdue closure of Star Wars Launch Bay (years after Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened in 2019), the Dark Lord of the Sith needed a new place to intimidate visitors. Rather than retiring one of the franchise’s most Darth Vader’s New Meet & Greet Spot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the BEST