**Official** Star Wars at DHS, Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party/Galactic Nights/Launch Bay/JT

[JayLeeJay]

just came back from Disney's Hollywood Studios. They had tall heaters in the dessert party for a symphony in the stars. It's 45° with a 30° wind chill

I thought that might have been you I saw. Lewis and I made a last minute trip to see lights motors action (he'd never seen it) and see the fireworks. So, yes, on one of the coldest days of the year we decided to spend it sitting outside! You looked like you were filming something and we didn't want to interrupt if you were. We were sitting in your recommended spot. Couldn't beat the view, the place to sit, and the lack of a crowd.

 

[yulilin3]

We saw the Symphony in the Stars Galactic Spectacular Fireworks last night. Must be the best firework show I've ever seen.

each time I say they are the best I feel a bit doubtful because I'm obviously biased...glad to hear you enjoyed them

We saw them tonight as well. A very last minute trip but so glad we came. I think it was the best fireworks show I have seen for a long time at DISNEY. Now we are deciding what time to brave the cold in the morning. Us Floridians are not use to this weather!

for sure, so cold. this morning 35 feeling like 28...

I thought that might have been you I saw. Lewis and I made a last minute trip to see lights motors action (he'd never seen it) and see the fireworks. So, yes, on one of the coldest days of the year we decided to spend it sitting outside! You looked like you were filming something and we didn't want to interrupt if you were. We were sitting in your recommended spot. Couldn't beat the view, the place to sit, and the lack of a crowd.

oh, you should've come say Hi...I was recording, live streaming actually for streaming Disney. Stephanie came to get me cause she wanted me to stream from closure up, so we ended up standing right next to the dessert party.
I'm sure the Echo Lake ledge is the best kept secret...oops

 

[yulilin3]

the taunts...poor Ben

 

[Music City Mama]

the taunts...poor Ben

Or "Benjamin" as that guy put it.

 

[Gianfootography]

I never get to meet Salacious Crumb...

(And that's a twofer ... He's a Star Wars character AND a muppet!)

Salacious Crumb was at SWW 2013. The amazing Tim Rose who also puppeteer-ed Admiral Akbar told some amazing stories.




He talked about his work with the Jim Henson company and puppeteering. Tom Wilson (Biff/Griff Tannen) showed up and practically stole the show.

Now I depressed myself over no more SWW. I guess I will go pout with Kylo at Launch Bay.

 

[Skywise]

Now I depressed myself over no more SWW. I guess I will go pout with Kylo at Launch Bay.

Now that the construction plans are firming up, cancelling SWW seems even more idiotic. Only the backlot areas seem to be affected this year and most of the stages and meet and greet areas are still up and running (and a new stage online) and even the fireworks are going fine. The one thing definitely missing (and this was probably the deciding factor) is the Watto's Grotto shopping area that housed all the Star Wars merchandise will be gone and there's really no other space in the park they could've put up a shopping area like that.

 

[Gianfootography]

nothing is ever announced but in the past some additional characters have been out

May 4th 2013 back when the had Limited Time Magic each week. 1st time they did the Star Wars fireworks.

Last year they released some merch but not much else. So I rode Star Tours a few times and left.

I go each year on that day. This year I plan on going mostly to see friends I would only be able to see during SWW that have told me they changed their travel days to May 4th.

 

[Gianfootography]

Now that the construction plans are firming up, cancelling SWW seems even more idiotic. Only the backlot areas seem to be affected this year and most of the stages and meet and greet areas are still up and running (and a new stage online) and even the fireworks are going fine. The one thing definitely missing (and this was probably the deciding factor) is the Watto's Grotto shopping area that housed all the Star Wars merchandise will be gone and there's really no other space in the park they could've put up a shopping area like that.

A few years back they built a temp space called Darth's Mall. I'm sure with a bit of (proper) planning they could find a place to set up the same building. It was large enough to hold a Rancor. (or two)

 

[lovethattink]

A few years back they built a temp space called Darth's Mall. I'm sure with a bit of (proper) planning they could find a place to set up the same building. It was large enough to hold a Rancor. (or two)
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But that's Club Disney now...

It is sooooo odd not to be planning for SWW. First time since 2010.

I'm sure we'll bump into you and other Star Wars friends on May 4th.

 

[czmom]

May 4th 2013 back when the had Limited Time Magic each week. 1st time they did the Star Wars fireworks.
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Last year they released some merch but not much else. So I rode Star Tours a few times and left.

I go each year on that day. This year I plan on going mostly to see friends I would only be able to see during SWW that have told me they changed their travel days to May 4th.

So is May 4 usually a more crowded day at dhs?

With the canceling of SWW, I wonder if it will be very crowded this year...

 

[PSULion]

the taunts...poor Ben

We will be in HS on Feb 1st. Really really really hoping it's still Vader. Although I wouldn't mind if he swapped out the next day and we could meet Kylo Ren at the end of the week. Not expecting to get so lucky though.

 

[Gianfootography]

So is May 4 usually a more crowded day at dhs?

With the canceling of SWW, I wonder if it will be very crowded this year...

Absolute chaos! Like Black Friday at a Walmart. People stepping over each other to get 2 Disney pins that typically do not sell out until 8p.m. but some guy pre-sold some on ebay the night before for 5 times what they sell for in the parks. Don't be that guy.

I don't think it will be that bad. By then LMA, Watto's, and a few other things will be closed. So the park will be a 1/4 day park.

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Post-Frozen-merchandise-shortage I have confidence that a ton of SW merchandise will be available. Will that now primarily be in the ST shop?

 

[PSULion]

We will be in HS on Feb 1st. Really really really hoping it's still Vader. Although I wouldn't mind if he swapped out the next day and we could meet Kylo Ren at the end of the week. Not expecting to get so lucky though.

Ok wait. My own post got me thinking... Do you think we'll (and by we'll, I really mean you experts on this thread) know at least a day before Kylo Ren starts? We could, in theory, get to HS on Jan 31st if it meant getting to see Vader instead. Would kind up screw up plans, so I don't want to do it unless absolutely necessary, but we would make it work if it was our only shot at meeting Vader.

ETA: I know the Disney website is unreliable... But they no longer list the meet and greet with Vader, even today. It's not updated to show Kylo Ren anytime either.

 

[Gianfootography]

But that's Club Disney now...

It is sooooo odd not to be planning for SWW. First time since 2010.

I'm sure we'll bump into you and other Star Wars friends on May 4th.

I shouldn't be too hard to spot. I plan to look just like this.

 

[Limes96]

Do Chewy and Vader give autographs or is it pictures only? Heading over tomorrow. TIA!

 

[yulilin3]

Do Chewy and Vader give autographs or is it pictures only? Heading over tomorrow. TIA!

Only pictures

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Thought people here would enjoy this, even though it's in DL...

https://twitter.com/laughing_place/status/691364293678247936

Kylo Ren is meeting guests at Disneyland. Wait time: 45 minutes

 

[AThrillingChase]

casting calls again, I'm guessing this will go into Club Disney:
they are seeking male and female Interactive Actors/Hosts for a new Star Wars offering: Ability to facilitate to and entertain large groups. Comedic timing and captivating energy is a must. Knowledge of all things Star Wars preferred.
Auditions are Feb 2nd with callbacks the week after...same call went out last year, I think it was around October. Either they didn't find the right people or they are hiring more...

I know it is speculation and all, but so this is looking like a SW version of club villain? Or am I mussunderstanding? Just take my money Disney. Here.

the taunts...poor Ben

I know Adam Driver is a pretty big guy physically, and that troopers in the parks standing next to Kylo Ren are wearing armour. But so far all the friends of Kylo Ren just seem a bit...smaller and less intimidating than what I imagine from onscreen. Maybe it is just because all I have seen is footage of the parade and DL meet, and in person that is not the case? Hoping so!

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

I really hope the few die-harders who really don't like this character (and who might be a tad extreme in their fandom, let's say) don't give Kylo a hard time. Seems pretty un-Disney to me.