The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

[nerdboyrockstar]

It was great seeing the ad in HD during the Super Bowl! Even though I had seen it online a few times already, I still got chills!

CAN'T WAIT!

[dan_smith]

So am I being thick here and thinking that the Duelling Dragons is now the Dragon Challenge?

[mark2311]

Originally Posted by dan_smith

So am I being thick here and thinking that the Duelling Dragons is now the Dragon Challenge?

That is exactly right. Don't think its dragon challenge at the minute but by the time WWHP opens it will be. (I was hoping Dragon Challenge was a place holder name, its just makes it sound so dull)

[dan_smith]

Awesome, this'll be my first ever trip to any Disney/Universal and the one ride that stood out was Duelling Dragons and I was a bit disappointed when I heard they'd closed it but now I know why!

[schumigirl]

Just wanted to say thanks for all the fab pictures that have been posted. It looks fantastic

Really looking forward to seeing it in October

[SmallWorld71]

Originally Posted by nerdboyrockstar

Yes, stop arguing or I'm going to use one of the three Unforgivable Curses.

I don't think we need to go that far, a simple body binding curse should do the trick.


Carrying on.....I was a bit disappointed by the Super Bowl commercial. (Actually, I was disappointed by most of the commercials, but that's another thread....) I think it was because I already know so much about what's coming, thanks to this great thread! I guess I had been hoping to glean some info. I didn't already know.

[Dollyrar]

I do find it absolutely amazing that we are so close (a few months away) from the launch of the WWOHP, and no-one has properly leaked/managed to locate concrete details on what the forbidden journey ride is truly going to be. I am really into my movies, and on sites like aintitcoolnews etc they always get scoops on things months or years in advance of a movies release. I find it so hard to not look when I see those spoiler caps!
I actually think it's really cool that the workers & builders at Universal have kept everything on the quiet. With the speed that the internet and new-media distributes information these days, it is refreshing to know that secrets of this scale can still be kept back from the public
On the other hand, I do check this website throughout the day in the hope that someone has scooped the info!!
I guess I just can't help but be spoiled!
It is going to be so tough not to read peoples reviews/photos/videos of the ride when it opens, and I don't feel very strong-willed at the moment!
I have seen the 'blueprints' of the ride on the internet from a while ago, and I wonder how true to the present version these are? Would you guys like a passive experience like spiderman, or would you like it to be combined with having an electronic wand (like the buzz lightyear ride) to interact with the location? Would you like Kuka-Arm or not? Would you like a round vehicle or rows of 4 seats like most coasters? I really want to know how some peoples imaginations are firing! x

[nerdboyrockstar]

I'm expecting a jaw-dropping dark ride experience in the vein of rides like Spiderman and Indiana Jones Adventure, but taken to the next level because it is, after all, over 10 years since those rides debuted.

[MadeToLove]

I just saw a variation of the Super Bowl commercial. Most of it was the same, but it started with the kids playing at a wizard's duel with their wands and shouting "Expelliarmus". That just made me smile.

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Does anyone else want to go during the grand opening? I think I am going to try to. Its my biggest hope that Rowling actually shows up and we have a chance to meet her (even if its a 4 hour line).

I am also hoping that most of the actors may show up. Has anyone heard any rumors about anything extra happening at the grand opening?

[Metro West]

Originally Posted by OhioStateBuckeye

Does anyone else want to go during the grand opening? I think I am going to try to. Its my biggest hope that Rowling actually shows up and we have a chance to meet her (even if its a 4 hour line).

I am also hoping that most of the actors may show up. Has anyone heard any rumors about anything extra happening at the grand opening?

I'm planning on taking a day off from work...if needed...to go to the grand opening.

[MonkeyDishwasher]

Bonnie Wright and Tom Felton (Ginny and Draco) did an interview where they mentioned that they'd be at the park in May. Meanwhile, during another interview, the boys who play Fred and George mentioned that they were plannign on an appearance at the grand opening.

[OhioStateBuckeye]

Ooooh Fred and George, so happy I am going now. I wonder what the actors will do? Maybe some sort of presentation, or will they be signing autographs?

[MadeToLove]

Originally Posted by OhioStateBuckeye

Ooooh Fred and George, so happy I am going now. I wonder what the actors will do? Maybe some sort of presentation, or will they be signing autographs?

I've heard that just about everyone ever involved in Harry Potter has been invited to go to the grand opening. Although the main three haven't said anything, count on at least one of them being there (probably all three) also count on JKR and several of the other actors.

But don't count on autographs. Although some of the actors, especially the kids, may walk down the rows of fans and sign stuff for a few people in the front row, (like they do at premieres) it's doubtful there will be a "signing" with any of the main actors (Tom or the Twins or others who do fan events might be willing, but I wouldn't hold my breath for the big three). Also, I'd be very very surprised if JKR signed anything (I've dealt with her handlers before, it just doesn't happen unless it's been choreographed perfectly).

There's a part of me that really wants to go to the grand opening to see them all. But the other part of me, the meanie realist part hehe, says that going may be a bit disappointing. It's unlikely fans will get to ride the rides while the celebs are in that part of the park. WWoHP will likely be closed to us Mudbloods while the press gets its official taste of Butterbeer along with the celebs. And really, what's the point of going on the busiest day of the year if a girl isn't going to get the chance to make out with Alan Rickman on a dark and scary ride. hehe

[jog58]

Originally Posted by MadeToLove

I've heard that just about everyone ever involved in Harry Potter has been invited to go to the grand opening. Although the main three haven't said anything, count on at least one of them being there (probably all three) also count on JKR and several of the other actors.

But don't count on autographs. Although some of the actors, especially the kids, may walk down the rows of fans and sign stuff for a few people in the front row, (like they do at premieres) it's doubtful there will be a "signing" with any of the main actors (Tom or the Twins or others who do fan events might be willing, but I wouldn't hold my breath for the big three). Also, I'd be very very surprised if JKR signed anything (I've dealt with her handlers before, it just doesn't happen unless it's been choreographed perfectly).

There's a part of me that really wants to go to the grand opening to see them all. But the other part of me, the meanie realist part hehe, says that going may be a bit disappointing. It's unlikely fans will get to ride the rides while the celebs are in that part of the park. WWoHP will likely be closed to us Mudbloods while the press gets its official taste of Butterbeer along with the celebs. And really, what's the point of going on the busiest day of the year if a girl isn't going to get the chance to make out with Alan Rickman on a dark and scary ride. hehe

I've been lurking in this thread for quite a while and your comment [in bold] just made my evening. Somehow my husband doesn't find my random crush on a guy that's older than my father humorous but I do I am glad to see someone else does too.