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

[soniam]

@yulilin3 or anyone whose been to DHS recently. Do they have tshirt versions of the Star Wars posters? I am talking about the mash up ones, like Star Wars and Haunted Mansion. I know they have posters, pins, and mugs, but I could have sworn I saw something saying they had t-shirts. Thanks

 

[xApril]

@yulilin3 or anyone whose been to DHS recently. Do they have tshirt versions of the Star Wars posters? I am talking about the mash up ones, like Star Wars and Haunted Mansion. I know they have posters, pins, and mugs, but I could have sworn I saw something saying they had t-shirts. Thanks

Yes, I saw them in Tatooine Traders on May the 4th. I also picked up one in Disneyland when I was there on my vacation.

They just recently released the prices for MegaCon to meet Anthony Daniels and Jeremy Bulloch. It makes me miss SWW all the more. Jeremy's isn't too bad, $30 autograph and $50 picture. Anthony is $70 autograph and $80 picture. C-3PO is my favorite so I think I'm going to take the plunge and pay for a photo...anyone here know if MegaCon takes like a professional photo or is it just them using your camera? And is there any way to review the photo beforehand? I always close my eyes in photos and I'd hate to be mid-blink in such an expensive picture.

 

[yulilin3]

Here's how it works with major events. ReedPop (the organizers) already have a block arranged with the Rosen Hotels. That may or may not become available at the same time as Tickets. There are going to be a ton of hotel rooms available. ReedPop knows it Easter weekend (Peak Easter weekend) and they have already have or will very shortly have a bunch of convention center hotel area rooms. They can't do it later because their Chicago Show (C2E2).

These posts have lead me to a question. Would there be interest in a Star Wars Celebration thread somewhere like the Community Forums where we can talk about the show? I have been a veteran attendee of big shows like this and could help on this for DIS fans who never done a big Fan con.

That would be very helpful. You can let us know the link when you open the thread

@yulilin3 or anyone whose been to DHS recently. Do they have tshirt versions of the Star Wars posters? I am talking about the mash up ones, like Star Wars and Haunted Mansion. I know they have posters, pins, and mugs, but I could have sworn I saw something saying they had t-shirts. Thanks

Like April said they do have t shirts, I also saw them yesterday at Disney springs

Yes, I saw them in Tatooine Traders on May the 4th. I also picked up one in Disneyland when I was there on my vacation.

They just recently released the prices for MegaCon to meet Anthony Daniels and Jeremy Bulloch. It makes me miss SWW all the more. Jeremy's isn't too bad, $30 autograph and $50 picture. Anthony is $70 autograph and $80 picture. C-3PO is my favorite so I think I'm going to take the plunge and pay for a photo...anyone here know if MegaCon takes like a professional photo or is it just them using your camera? And is there any way to review the photo beforehand? I always close my eyes in photos and I'd hate to be mid-blink in such an expensive picture.

I'm not sure but they respond to fb pm very quickly, you should ask there. I think they have a photographer and you can also use your own camera but that's me guessing

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

Would there be interest in a Star Wars Celebration thread somewhere like the Community Forums where we can talk about the show? I have been a veteran attendee of big shows like this and could help on this for DIS fans who never done a big Fan con.

We are considering SWC, and this type of thread would be GREAT!! I was going to search here to see if there was an old one!

 

[leiaorgana]

They just recently released the prices for MegaCon to meet Anthony Daniels and Jeremy Bulloch. It makes me miss SWW all the more. Jeremy's isn't too bad, $30 autograph and $50 picture. Anthony is $70 autograph and $80 picture. C-3PO is my favorite so I think I'm going to take the plunge and pay for a photo...anyone here know if MegaCon takes like a professional photo or is it just them using your camera? And is there any way to review the photo beforehand? I always close my eyes in photos and I'd hate to be mid-blink in such an expensive picture.

At most conventions there’s normally several designated photo studios and a professional photographer who takes your photo with their camera. You have to line up at the photo studio when your ticket number/group/time slot is called and then you’re cattled through the line. Most of the time there’s only time to say “Hi! How are you?” to the guest and tell them how you’d like to pose and then you’re ushered out because there’s so many people to get through.

Normally, the photographer will check the camera screen to make sure your eyes (or the guest’s) aren’t closed or to make sure you’re hair isn’t covering your face etc but other than that what gets taken is what your stuck with. Sometimes the photos are printed there and then and if they’re not then you’ll be told where to pick them up from later in the day and to keep hold of your ticket or something for collection. It just depends on the convention or how busy they are that day.

Some guests do allow photos/selfies at the auto table with your own camera, others don’t, and sometimes the ones that do may charge you to do so. Again, it just depends on the guest.

 

[yulilin3]

Happy Mother's Day to all of you out there that have the most important job in the Galaxy.

 

[MarieLightning]

I'm really glad to see the new Fireworks will be a nightly thing. I was worried when looking at the May schedule for Symphony in the Stars, and it was only on select nights.

Now to stalk this thread and Disney's website to see if they'll be offering a dessert party...

 

[PrincessWithABlaster]

My oldest really wants to do Jedi training, and see Olaf lol. I think we can only RD HS one day, do you guys think it would be doable to sign up for JT and not have a super long line for Olaf afterwards? We waited like an hour and a half last summer to see Baymax and it was horrible, don't want to do that again!

My DH and DDs only had to wait 10 mins for Olaf at 3 pm on Thurs. I don't know if maybe not a lot of people know he's there yet but if the line is longer than you want after JTA sign ups, try again later.

 

[tstidm1]

Just got back yesterday and wanted to give some thoughts on the Star Wars Attractions at the Studios. (Possible Spoilers in these thoughts.) I think Star Tours is a lot of fun, but makes less sense in a canonical manner. This is due to the different timelines that are being mixed. What I hope happens is that when we get to Star Wars land that Star Tours is changed where the randomization point makes for a cohesive story. I think they missed an opportunity to have Rey instead of Finn in the Jakku scene, but understand story wise why they did it. Saying that the first scene happens on Jakku and there is a First order spy would make set the New trilogy scenes, etc and make the randomization at the beginning and not the middle parts.

Phasma and the First order march was a fun distraction to me. The Stormtroopers are really well done in armor and formations. It felt like I was watching a Military Parade of the Dark Side of the new trilogy. Symphony in the Sky is a lot of fun and love the Fireworks timed with the Music. I was near the Park Exit, so I think with the new show you will need to be really close to the Chinese theater/Echo Lake area to see it. Personally, I think you will have to choose between this and Fantasmic for Hollywood Studios evenings starting this June.

I didn't get to meet Chewbacca due to not liking to wait 40-60 minutes for a character meet and greet, but did meet Kylo Ren. I really enjoyed the experience. He is as menacing in person as in the movie. I interacted with him as someone who was reporting for Duty. He was totally in character and took a great picture. The Roaming First order troopers were amazing and fully engaging. They would sneak up on people who were waiting for the movie and surprised them. Movie itself was okay and the star Wars props were fun to see.

Got a Rogue One shirt even though it is $27.99 before tax because I like supporting charity and the design. The May 4th and 5th shirts look a lot of fun, but I avoid wearing items with a specific year or day date. I got a feeling they will be in the Character Warehouse in the next month or two. I think the Star Wars Store at Star Tours was the best one. I nearly bought several things there.

 

[pangyal]

Sorry if I missed this but I assume the May the 4th LE magic bands were sold out within seconds?

 

[yulilin3]

Sorry if I missed this but I assume the May the 4th LE magic bands were sold out within seconds?

actually no, not sure if there still are any but as of May 4th evening they still had them...do you want me to check for you? I'll probably go to DHS this week

 

[pangyal]

actually no, not sure if there still are any but as of May 4th evening they still had them...do you want me to check for you? I'll probably go to DHS this week

Oh my goodness, would you? DS wants it more than anything as a late birthday gift but we won't be there until May 20 so I'm assuming they will be gone by then...I would SO appreciate it! You are seriously the best !!!

 

[MickeyMinnieMom]

You are seriously the best !!!

@yulilin3 really IS the best!!

 

[pangyal]

@yulilin3 really IS the best!!

I wasn't kidding...we all know it

 

[yulilin3]

Oh my goodness, would you? DS wants it more than anything as a late birthday gift but we won't be there until May 20 so I'm assuming they will be gone by then...I would SO appreciate it! You are seriously the best !!!

no problem at all, I'll check.

@yulilin3 really IS the best!!

I wasn't kidding...we all know it

ohhh stop!! you guys making me blush

 

[BridgetR3]

Finally found out what the LE MB are supposed to do. it's posted on the HUB and ironically enough it says:
Ensure all Cast Members are aware of these new MagicBand media sequences and understand that the sequences will only be activated at touch points at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The May the 4th (orange band) When tapped to the touch point terminal, the Star Wars “May the Fourth Be With You” MagicBand will display a flashing white then orange lighting sequence with corresponding audio of Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing fly-by, followed by the standard green lighting sequence.
The Revenge of the Fifth (blue band) When tapped to the touch point terminal, the Star Wars “Revenge of the Fifth” MagicBand will display a solid white then flashing white lighting sequence with corresponding audio of Darth Vader’s Tie Fighter fly-by, followed by the standard green lighting sequence.
The sequences will only work at touch points at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including FastPass+ kiosks, attraction entry, merge, PhotoPass and Main Entrance locations.

Not that it matters because we do not have a May the 4th magic band but......do these typically do the special effects "forever" or is it only on the special days? Just curious!

 

[Skywise]

Not that it matters because we do not have a May the 4th magic band but......do these typically do the special effects "forever" or is it only on the special days? Just curious!

No one really knows yet. I think all the effects from the earliest "special" magic bands still work but there's probably no guarantee they'll work forever (and the batteries in the bands only last about several years anyway).

 

[yulilin3]

No one really knows yet. I think all the effects from the earliest "special" magic bands still work but there's probably no guarantee they'll work forever (and the batteries in the bands only last about several years anyway).

exactly this.....the SW LE band works specifically in all touch points inside DHS, so the main entrance and then all the fp touch points. Not in the other parks.

 

[BridgetR3]

Thanks!! The reason I had forever in quotation is because I know that batteries are limited at best but it's nice that it works every time you touch the specific point.

 

[mom2rtk]

Looking for a little help while I'm helping my friend plan her November trip.

She's planning one day in DHS on 11/7/16. She would like to do Minnies's Holiday Dine, Fantasmic and SW Fireworks (if offered). With the park currently showing a closing time of 7 PM, that seems like a tall order.

First, I haven't been keeping up to date on all the SW stuff. Do we think there will be fireworks in November still?

Second, with a closing time of 7 PM, is there an educated guess I should help her make on what time Fantasmic and fireworks would be?

Thanks for helping me focus my crystal ball...........