PHOTOS: “Fantasmic!” Character Banners Replaced at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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The character banners lining the “Fantasmic!” queue at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been replaced with new versions. The design of the banners has not changed, but these new versions are not faded. Each banner features a different character from the nighttime spectacular. Though no announcements have been made, this refresh may indicate Disney is hoping … Read more

Walt Disney World Files Permits for “Fantasmic!”, “Beauty and the Beast”, and “Indiana Jones” Theaters at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Disney has filed several construction permits for theaters at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Three permits have been filed for the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater, which houses Fantasmic!. The permits cover both the island and backstage areas. Permits have also been filed for Theater of the Stars (Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage) and the Indiana … Read more

VIDEO: Watch the Final Performance of the “Disney Society Orchestra and Friends”, Last Show After 32 for Grand Floridian Society Orchestra Members

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It’s time to say good-bye to Disney Society Orchestra and Friends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. For the last time, the ensemble consisting of Grand Floridian Society Orchestra performed their sweet melodies. The orchestra replaced Beauty and the Beast – Live On Stage after the park’s reopening, but now their show has been cancelled amid widespread layoffs … Read more