A Guest-Favorite Experience Returns to Hollywood Studios on Nov. 6!

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

After a COVID-induced hiatus, a Guest-favorite experience is finally making its return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on November 6.

The year is winding down, and there are still experiences Disney promised would return to its Central Florida parks in 2022 that have yet to do so. They include:

  • Trams at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios
  • Toy Story characters/Green Army Drum Corps
  • Round-Up Rodeo BBQ
  • Pluto, Daisy, Donald, and Goofy at Pete’s Silly Side Show
  • DuckTales World Showcase Adventure
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Until this week, Hollywood Studios’ famous nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!, was also on the list of experiences yet to return in 2022, but Guests were thrilled to learn on Tuesday that the nighttime show will make its triumphant return on November 3, though it won’t be the Fantasmic! show that fans remember.

But that’s not the only thing returning to Hollywood Studios.

On Friday, Disney World’s website unveiled the return of yet another favorite experience at the park will return three days after Fantasmic! returns. On November 6, Guests will get to enjoy the lively beats and witty exchanges with Toy Story Land’s Green Army Men Drum Corps. Showtimes will be at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3: 30 p.m, and 4:30 p.m.

The Green Army Man Drum Corps stand, ready to play, in front of Woody and the Toy Story Land sign

Per Disney World’s official website:

Throughout the day, be on the lookout for the Green Army Drum Corps in Toy Story Land! This talented band of drummers is sure to entertain Guests of all ages with their high-energy performances and awe-inspiring drum sequences.

‘Fantasmic!’ Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Nov. 3

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

“Welcome to Fantasmic! …”

We could not be more excited to share that “Fantasmic!” returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Nov. 3. Back and better than ever, the larger-than-life, open-air nighttime musical will boast the live performers, stunning effects, rousing music and dazzling pyrotechnics you know and love – complete with a brand-new show sequence!

“Through this entire sequence, we go on a journey with our heroes. We see them faced with a decision, and how hard that can be for them, then watch as they find that strength within themselves to push through in a truly spectacular way,” says Disney Live Entertainment Show Director, Matthew Hamel.

And spectacular it is. The new heroes sequence features a high-energy Aladdin chase with stunts never before seen on the “Fantasmic!” stage, a powerful scene with Elsa set to the song  “Show Yourself” that is sure to thaw the most frozen of hearts, and stirring moments with Pocahontas, Moana and Mulan. Fun fact: To help choreograph the authentic Chinese martial arts you’ll see in Mulan’s scene, the creative team brought in Mimi Chan – the original muse and model animators used when bringing the character of Mulan to life for the 1998 animated film.

“We know this show means so much to people, and we’ve kept that in mind every step of this journey.” says Disney Live Entertainment Producer, Laurice Marier. “Even beyond the new scene, we’ve taken this time to upgrade the lasers, the lighting, the sound, all to bring this show back even more beautiful than it’s ever been. We’re all really just so excited for guests to see it.”

So, will the powers of Mickey’s incredible imagination still be strong enough, and bright enough, to withstand the evil forces that invade Mickey’s dreams? We are about to find out. See everyone there!

And don’t miss out!  Beginning Oct. 26, “Fantasmic!” dining packages for select restaurants at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be available for performances Nov. 30 and beyond.

Woman Shoves Chewbacca, Forcing Character to Leave

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

For many people, one of the highlights of a trip to Walt Disney World Resort is all the fun characters that they can meet at Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood, Studios, and Disney Resort hotels. Not only can you meet classic characters like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, but you can also head to places like ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village to meet Lilo and Stitch or to Galaxy’s Edge to meet Star Wars characters like Kylo Ren, Rey, and Chewbacca.

Even though seeing one of your favorite Disney characters brought to life is an exciting experience, most people know how to act appropriately and control themselves. When they see the character, they get in line, then hug and spend time with the character when it is their turn. Simple.

Now, there are some times when characters don’t set up in a certain place at a certain time. Instead, they walk around greeting Guests. One place where this happens frequently is Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Galaxy’s Edge transports Guests to the planet of Batuu, which is a completely immersive place. To keep things realistic, iconic characters are frequently seen walking around instead of just posing for meet-and-greets.

Recently, young Guests visiting Galaxy’s Edge were having a fun interaction with Rey and Chewbacca. Rey was talking to the kids as Chewbacca looked on when someone unexpected and completely against Disney policy happened.

A Guest was recording, and a woman can be seen sneaking up behind Chewbacca. The woman then yells and shoves Chewbacca — seemingly trying to startle him. Both the Cast Member playing Rey and the Cast Member playing Chewbacca were shocked. They immediately stopped what they were doing and Rey said, “because of that, we might have to leave the area”. They then walked away, leaving the kids confused as to what had happened.

You can watch the video of the incident below:

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Many people who commented on the video were 1) angry and 2) quick to point out that what the woman did could end up getting her banned from the Parks if Disney finds out who she is.

Walt Disney World Resort has the following policy stated on the Property Rules section of its website:

Please show common courtesy to fellow Guests and our Cast Members by not using profanity or engaging in unsafe, illegal, disruptive or offensive behavior, jumping lines or saving places in lines for others. For your safety and the safety of others, please refrain from running except in designated areas.

Galaxy's Edge

After the woman touched the Cast Member and is walking away, it appears that a Cast Member can be seen gesturing her away from Chewie and Rey, but it is unknown if the Guest was disciplined for her actions.

Building Partially Collapses at Disney World

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

Via InsideTheMagic.net

A portion of a wall collapsed Monday morning at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, leaving a storefront looking exceptionally decrepit.

When visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Guests expect to experience jaw-dropping attractions like Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Guests also love the “fantastic” nighttime show featured at the Park.

Ever Since Walt Disney World Resort reopened, Guests have been eagerly waiting for Fantasmic! to return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The nighttime spectacular is a fan favorite, taking Guests on a journey into Mickey’s imagination, enjoying magical scenes with beloved Disney characters and battling fearsome villains with breathtaking sounds, sights, and effects.

However, A building collapsed at the entrance of the Park. The specific store was Keystone Clothiers, a popular shopping location on Hollywood Boulevard. You can see the damage in a tweet shared by Jason (@ozborn82):

There are reports that the Hollywood Boulevard area has been closed off due to the damage. At this time, we are unsure what caused the wall to collapse.