goofy's country dance party

[nanatink]

at Diamond horseshoe revue in the mk.

Has anyone been there in a wheel chair or ecv? I understand that there is now no seating on the floor. Where does the wheel chair's and ecv's go?

 

[Wheelsie]

Hiya Nanatink!

Unfortunately I've not done horshoe...I just wanted to say welcome & bump up your post so that anyoe who has gone will be able to answer you

 

[SueM in MN]

Since no one has replied, I'll try to remember to look. DH and I are going on a solo trip (just him and me, no KIDS) in a few days (only 4 day trip, but heck, it's still WDW).

 

[Safari Steve]

now no seating on the floor

There are no tables or chairs on the main floor (as I understand it). You are allowed to be on the floor, but it is "Standing Room Only" which means non-wheelchair-using-guests cannot sit on the floor and there is nowhere else for them to sit . I will double-check and try to have a look tomorrow, but I don't think you will have a problem.

 

[SueM in MN]

Thanks, Steve.
you are always so helpful!

 

[Talking Hands]

Steve is there is specific area for wheelchairs and ECVs or is it a free for all? Unfortunately I find that when it is a standing room only with no place for chairs and ECVs people think nothing of walking up and standing in front of you so your view is completely blocked and at that point you might as well leave but can't because you are trapped. This is especially true when you also don't hear well since you can't even enjoty the music.

 

[CdnDisneyNut]

Originally posted by Talking Hands
Steve is there is specific area for wheelchairs and ECVs or is it a free for all? .

Steve I was thinking the same question. A W/C or ECV user might think they have found the perfect spot to enjoy the show only to have some stand right in front of them. The end up seeing someones back for the whole show.

 

[JudithM]

I sure hope the reality is better for those of us who use wheelchairs, ECVS, etc. that what has been said so far in this thread. I cannot imagine Disney redid an attraction & it is not ADA friendly - here's hoping!

 

[Safari Steve]

Ok, I saw the show yesterday and here's the scoop:
Portions of the show take place on the stage, portions are on the dance floor. Kids (and adults too) are taught several different country line dances and can dance along with Goofy, Chip, Dale, Bullseye, Jessie, and Woody. 20 minute shows start on the hour at 12, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7.
There is a section on the right side of the theater for guests traveling in wheelchairs and their families. Each show can accomodate 8 wheelchairs or ecvs, there is no limit to party size traveling with the guest in the wheelchair. There are benches on that side of the room only, and they are for wheelchair parties. It may not be the best view, but the show is really more about interaction and music, rather than spectacle. The characters do a fair amount of mingling, and all the people standing in the middle seem to be concentrating on doing the dance steps, so they're not seeing much either. This is not a passive event like a parade or Fantasmic, but if you like country-esque music, and the characters featured in the jamboree, you should have alot of fun.

 

[JudithM]

Safari Steve, thanks for the update & first hand observation! I am glad to know that wheelchairs, ECVs, etc. are accomodated downstairs & with the bench seating. I appreciate your time & effort.

 

[Safari Steve]

Showtimes are 11, 12, 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6

 

[mykidzmoma]

Steve, Did you notice whether the characters made an effort to intereact with the people in the wheelchair/ECV area? Just wondering if they would make it over to our children in wheelchairs?
Thanks, Angela

 

[Safari Steve]

There were alot of people on the dance floor, and I didn't really see anyone in/with a wheelchair (There was so much going on I really didn't think to look). The show fills up quickly, so try to be a little early.

 

[SueM in MN]

Wow!
Thanks for the complete report, Steve.

 

[JudithM]

Originally posted by mykidzmoma
Steve, Did you notice whether the characters made an effort to intereact with the people in the wheelchair/ECV area? Just wondering if they would make it over to our children in wheelchairs?
Thanks, Angela

Angela, I do not have first hand experiences with this particular show (yet), but it has been my experience throughout WDW that CMs make an effort to come over to guests in wheelchairs, ECVs, etc. during parades, shows, etc. Enjoy WDW if you are going soon!

 

[Wheelsie]

Steve!!! You are a Gem of a man as always!! Thanks for being our ever present man about Disney!!


And I do agree it has been my experience tat character CMs do make quite a fuss over the handi guests.

My First year I was waiting outside Star Tours for DH (and shopping of course LOL) Chewbacca had been standing there taking pictures...I'd been behind someone watching...tried to take a picture of CHewie's face as he left....little did I relize the face was coming towards me thru my camera lense!!!! I put my camera down long enough to say hi and he (altho he'd been out in the heat in that for for a good hour) took a couple of snaps w/ me (courtesy of companion CM) and it was just a hoot!!!!


on one of my trip DH and I were watch TON in WS.....MANY of the characters had interations w. me and there dancing head dresses...err whatever you call them...

another time watching TON... the grandpoohbah dude that begins the parade he stood his float to let me take his picturecuz he saw I was right in the sun and wasn't able to very well, being kinda short 'n' all LOL (he was kinda cute too!) LOL

 

[Tiger Fan]

We recently did this show and it was wonderful. It was not very crowded at all and they let those of us in wheelchairs, ECV's in first. This helped us not have to fight a crowd to find a good spot. I headed toward the front of the room near the stage and pulled in next to a bench. I had no trouble with people standing in front of me and the characters did come around to me. My family went out to the dance floor (right in front of me) and I felt very involved in the show. The CMs here were great! Enjoy.
Lisa