alladin fastpass question

[npoon]

Can a person go DCA and get a fastpass for the Alladin show and then go back to Disneyland and fastpass the other rides before the time of Alladin...are they linked?

 

[iceskatejen]

There isn't FP for Aladdin. When the show first started they gave out what looked like a FP ticket that got you into a certain show that day (no machine--just go up to either the theater or a podium that was either in the entryway under the bridge or somewhere in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot). They aren't doing that anymore. Now it's just first come, first serve unless you get a reserved seating thing through AAA.

 

[disneychrista]

The machines at DCA are not linked with those at DL. So you could get a FP for Soarin' Over California and then go to DIsneyland (park) and FP Indiana Jones or Autopia. (for example only)

 

[npoon]

I am planning on going weekend of Dec 11..what kind of wait am I looking at?

 

[disneychrista]

I would get in line about 30 mins before show time. I also recommend you sit in the mezzanine (middle section).

 

[iceskatejen]

Rear orchestra is much better than the mezzanine. From the mezzanine you can't see when "Prince Ali" comes through unless you manage the very front row.

 

[disneychrista]

I guess it is just a mater of preference. Personally I would prefer a front Mez then the back of the Orch.

 

[Goofydiane]

I think both mezzanine and orchestra levels have their own merits and it can be a tough decision.

I think that only the first 2 or 3 rows of the mezzanine section are worth sitting in. Once you get further back in the mezz, you do miss parts of the show that take place below you. You do get what I think is the best view of the carpet from the mezzanine level.

On orchestra, either the last row or two of the front section or the first row or two of the rear orchestra section are the prime seats. Further back in the rear orchestra section and you have the mezz above you and cannot very much of the carpet flying. Too far forward in the front section of orchestra and you have a great view of the stage, just a terrible view of the parade and flying carpet.

I always find it humorous that they rope off the first row of the rear orchestra level for guests with an AAA pass or are on the VIP list, yet, the majority of these people rush to sit in the front row and think they are the best seats in the house.

Either way, the show is a great show.

Diane

 

[JC Butterfly]

I booked through AAA so I guess I'd like to know more about the seating. do i still have to get to the show about 30 minutes early?

Are you saying that the seats reserved for them are pretty good seats or just okay?

 

[iceskatejen]

I would consider the first row of rear orchestra to be the best seats in the house for this particular show (second row of that section is pretty good, too). And those (first row) are roped off. I think you'll be fine so long as you get there 20 minutes early.

 

[npoon]

Is there a site where a person can see the layout of the theatre? Or can someone describe the layout to me?

 

[iceskatejen]

I don't think there's a site that shows it, but I'll try to describe it. You enter/exit on the side of the theater. Most of the seats are on the orchestra (lowest) level. And the vast majority of those are front orchestra. Between front and rear ochestra there's a walkway. Both the front and rear are divided into 3 sections with the center being the widest section. There's a mezzanine level (you have to walk up 55 steps to get to it). I believe it's also divided into 3 sections. There is also a balcony, but it's closed off for this show (I've rarely seen it open). I think if all sections of the theater are being used, it seats 2,000 people.

 

[disneychrista]

Originally posted by iceskatejen
There is also a balcony, but it's closed off for this show (I've rarely seen it open).

I believe it was open when Aladdin first premiered. But since Disneyland has a large local fan (AP) base it has lost its popularity some what and there is no longer a need for it.

I can remebmer hearing stories of needing to be in line as soon as the prior show was seated to make sure you got a seat. This is no longer needed.