Crews are once again hard at work dismantling the former MuppetVision 3D show building in preparation for Muppets Courtyard to become Monstropolis. This morning, they were focusing on roof elements. MuppetVision Roof Work We spotted one cast member on a lift, still removing brick from the front facade. Brick removal now spans from the top … Read more
The construction walls around Muppets Courtyard — soon-to-be Monstropolis — at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been moved forward more as crews strip the bricks from the former MuppetVision 3D facade. Muppets Courtyard Construction The construction walls now jut out several feet into the “road” of Grand Avenue, over the sidewalk. There is still plenty of walking space … Read more
A crane now towers over Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It will be used for vertical construction of the new Monsters, Inc. door roller-coaster. Monsters, Inc. Coaster Construction We saw the boom crane from the parking lot but it’s also visible inside the park. It’s located where the door coaster show building is under construction. Though foundational … Read more
Crews are working on the facades of the former Muppets Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and they have removed some of the paneling that was there previously. MuppetVision 3D Theater The facade of the show building is getting a Monstropolis retheme, and crews have been working at the very top of the building for the … Read more
Crews are working on the facades of the former Muppets Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, transforming the area into the Monsters, Inc. land, Monstropolis. MuppetVision 3D Theater Some of the markings left on the front of the MuppetVision 3D building when bricks and windowsills were removed have been cleaned off. The theater’s marquee and awnings … Read more
A Monsters, Inc. Scream Canister popcorn bucket is now available at popcorn kiosks across Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney previously announced it would be available on select Disney Cruise Line ships and Disneyland Resort. Monsters, Inc. Scream Canister Bucket – $28 This Monsters, Inc. Scream Canister popcorn bucket emulates the canisters used by the power company … Read more
Actress Catherine O’Hara dies at 71, CEO Bob Iger’s successor will be announced in the next week, and Zootopia 2 exclusive perks for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, January 30, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily … Read more
A recent update from X user bioreconstruct shows significant progress on the roller coaster in the upocoming Monstropolis area at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Aerial View of Monstropolis Construction An overhead shot of the construction of the new Monstropolis roller coaster reveals numerous utility conduits rising out of the sand for the new attraction building. The sand was … Read more
The retheme of Mama Melrose’s into Harryhausen’s continues with a new permit filing related to fire safety equipment installation. Fire Sprinkler Permit Filed for Mama Melrose Retheme The permit, filed in Orange County on January 30, contracts Grunau Fire Protection to replace around 276 “pendents” throughout the building, specifically with “concealed pendents.” A pendent is … Read more
Crew members are removing prop pipes from Gonzo’s Royal Flush at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The building houses restrooms in the former Muppets Courtyard, soon-to-be Monstropolis. Muppets Courtyard On Wednesday morning, January 28, we saw a pair of crew members in a lift working on this pipe above the main entrance to the restrooms. Other pieces … Read more
We review ALL the food and beverage items available at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2026, Monstropolis aerial photos show progress at Hollywood Studios, and new apparel and accessories featuring Mickey Mouse and Friends now available at Walt Disney World — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, January 17, … Read more
Following the permanent closure of MuppetVision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 7, 2025, Disney will be transforming the theater into a new Monsters, Inc. attraction. MuppetVision Theater Transformation According to Central Florida Tourism Oversight District records obtained by Orlando Business Journal, Disney is investing $22.4 million in the transformation. Work includes interior demolition … Read more
Gonzo’s Royal Flush is gonzo. The themed restroom signage has been removed overnight from the Muppets Courtyard building in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Gonzo’s Royal Flush Sign Removed Large 3D “Gonzo’s Royal Flush” letters used to sit atop the green awning over the restroom entrances, based on the business’s sign in The Muppets (2011). The faded … Read more
Crews have poured concrete for most of the floor of the new Monsters, Inc. roller-coaster show building. Monsters, Inc. Roller Coaster Construction Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct shared new pictures on X of the construction site at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Since our last aerial look, crews have poured more concrete, almost filling the rectangle carved out for … Read more
Crew members are removing the brick cornices from the MuppetVision 3D theater in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, which will become a new Monsters, Inc. experience. Crews have been focused on removing minor themed elements from the theater for the past few weeks. MuppetVision 3D Theater Reimagining On Friday morning, we saw a pair of crew members … Read more
Crews are repairing the damaged areas of the MuppetVision 3D theater façade ahead of its transformation into a new Monsters, Inc. venue. Faux windows, windowsills, and arched brick designs were removed from the building this month, necessitating the fixes. MuppetVision Theater Repairs Crews have filled the gaps in the brick façade with gray paste. These … Read more