After 15 years as a staple of Universal Orlando Resort Holidays, it appears that Mannheim Steamroller will not perform during this year’s celebrations.
Mannheim Steamroller Reportedly Not Returning to Universal Orlando
In response to a question about Mannheim Steamroller in the Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Facebook group, Universal said:
“We’re constantly evaluating our entertainment experiences and have decided to forego offering evening performances at the Music Plaza Stage in Universal Studios Florida as part of this year’s Holidays celebration.”
Mannheim Steamroller is a neoclassical new-age ensemble founded by Chip Davis in 1974. Known in particular for their Christmas music, the group specially composed music for “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular,” which will return to Universal Islands of Adventure. They have performed at Universal Orlando Resort during the holidays since 2008.
Watch our video of a past concert of theirs at Universal Studios Florida:
As with all holiday entertainment offerings, this is subject to change and Universal could choose to later schedule the group for non-nighttime performances during the festive season.
Are you sad to see that Universal is reportedly not bringing back Mannheim Steamroller for the holiday season? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.
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That is something we look forward to every year. Been going for 15 years. Hate to see end. It’s part of our family Grinchmas. I’m hoping it changes.
Our family also went to Mannheim Steamroller at Universal every year. It’s the reason I’ve kept my Universal pass. If Universal isn’t going to have them play for Christmas maybe Disney will. It’s worth giving it a try.
This is terrible news. We have been going to their show at Universal every year since 2009. I think this is a tradition for many. Very disappointing!
We loved the concerts
Was looking forward to another magical, yuletide performance. Very disappointed that they are not scheduled this year.
We are so SAD and DISAPPPOINTED to hear Mannheim Steamroller not returning! The most wonderful experiences keep ending.
They are (were) an event that we looked forward to experiencing and shared with all our friends. And, at this point in our traveling, was the primary reason we participated at Universal. I hope they change their minds and return.
Our family also went to Mannheim Steamroller at Universal every year. It’s the reason I’ve kept my Universal pass. If Universal isn’t going to have them play for Christmas maybe Disney will. It’s worth giving it a try.
I’ve never been any of the concerts, however, I have every single album & play them & play them. Now, just need to get all the albums on my SiriusXM app, so when I’m out & about traveling from one point to another I am able to listen to the music. I got hooked on Mannheim Steamroller music when I heard their version of the 5th of Betoven.