Official Star Wars Weekends 2014 Tips and Tricks

[yulilin3]

Yes, yulilin posted it in the OP of the thread.

Is it possible they may have had a slot for Mark and then he backed out of his own, separate show right before the Events were uploaded to the schedule? It just seems late to add him especially when Fp+ opened up at the beginning of the week.

anything is possible...
the only solution I see at this point, so that nobody gets angry is that they do what they did with Dave Filoni one year when he came as a surprise.
They had a separate Q&A hosted by Ashley at the Hat Stage
This is the best place to get the most amount of people to see and hear him, without the need to line up at Premiere Theater

 

[jagfanjosh3252]

Once again. I might have open spot for the SW dinner on 5/24 and breakfast on 5/25. 3 spots each day. PM me if interested.

 

[Icecoldpenguin]

anything is possible...
the only solution I see at this point, so that nobody gets angry is that they do what they did with Dave Filoni one year when he came as a surprise.
They had a separate Q&A hosted by Ashley at the Hat Stage
This is the best place to get the most amount of people to see and hear him, without the need to line up at Premiere Theater

This I could see happening but I am just not sure at this point. I am kinda scared because everyone thinks he will be at the stars of the saga show and I just want them to announce what it will be. Mark is not diva-ish but his autographs are worth A TON and to get one you usually have to pay 30-50 bucks or more when you buy them from Official Pix so of course he wont be doing autographs for free

 

[yulilin3]

starting to wonder if MH is a bit diva-ish, considering he's not signing autographs.

possibility they wouldn't offer FP+ to the show if it's offered...can you imagine that line?

Actually I think it was Disney's decision not to offer autograph for MH.
It could be that his autograph rate was too high an/or Disney didn't want to deal with people lining up outside for days

 

[Mommy2TwoMickeys]

Once again. I might have open spot for the SW dinner on 5/24 and breakfast on 5/25. 3 spots each day. PM me if interested.

Darn, your breakfast is 5 days too early for what I am looking for! Very nice of you to post this though.. On another note...
I was JUST able to snag a 6:15pm reservation for 2 at Hollywood & Vine on 5/30 I already have a ressie at 6:10, but my parents decided to join us on vacation and of course I could not modify my ressie so to whoever canceled

 

[poison ivy]

Thank you very much, I remain really hopeful that I will be a full member of the Legion before we leave (in 22 days eeekkkk). Two of the costume mentors from the Flagship Eclipse Detachment have told me that I did a great job! Just waiting for those whom judge it to give me a I hope!

Really hope they do! Great detail work and look on the costume. The photos are excellent.

We're pulling for you.

thanks for posting.

 

[keishashadow]

Actually I think it was Disney's decision not to offer autograph for MH.
It could be that his autograph rate was too high an/or Disney didn't want to deal with people lining up outside for days

I'd never dream of re-selling an autograph, nor would i wait in line or pay $$$ for one (to each their own), so it didn't hit me that many people are just there to try to make a quick buck vs being fans, the way of the world I suppose.

 

[keishashadow]

anything is possible...
the only solution I see at this point, so that nobody gets angry is that they do what they did with Dave Filoni one year when he came as a surprise.
They had a separate Q&A hosted by Ashley at the Hat Stage
This is the best place to get the most amount of people to see and hear him, without the need to line up at Premiere Theater

sounds reasonable but many have dumped their TSM FP+, there will be still be many disgruntled guests that day if it happens unless they do open it up to FP+ so people have a shot @ changing.

I haven't checked to see where each show will be held. is there a map somewhere in this thread?

Do you know if they have ever repurposed the Indy show auditorium for SWW shows?

 

[yulilin3]

I'd never dream of re-selling an autograph, nor would i wait in line or pay $$$ for one (to each their own), so it didn't hit me that many people are just there to try to make a quick buck vs being fans, the way of the world I suppose.

DIsney has to pay for each actors autograph, per autograph. I think the price tag for each MH was too high, plus the extra amount of security that would be needed outside the gates with people camping out for days

 

[yulilin3]

sounds reasonable but many have dumped their TSM FP+, there will be still be many disgruntled guests that day if it happens unless they do open it up to FP+ so people have a shot @ changing.

I haven't checked to see where each show will be held. is there a map somewhere in this thread?

Do you know if they have ever repurposed the Indy show auditorium for SWW shows?

All the main shows are at Premiere Theater by Mama Melrose
Behind the Force
Stars of the Saga
Obi Wan and Beyond
Visit to the Maul
An Ewok's Tale-My Short Story

They have only used Indy's stage during a special events night called Last Tour to Endor where they mashed up Indy and SW
It was called RAiders of the Lost Jedi of the Last Temple of Doom
And it's the only night I have ever seen, in person, George Lucas, he was sitting 3 rows away from me

 

[keishashadow]

All the main shows are at Premiere Theater by Mama Melrose
Behind the Force
Stars of the Saga
Obi Wan and Beyond
Visit to the Maul
An Ewok's Tale-My Short Story

They have only used Indy's stage during a special events night called Last Tour to Endor where they mashed up Indy and SW
It was called RAiders of the Lost Jedi of the Last Temple of Doom
And it's the only night I have ever seen, in person, George Lucas, he was sitting 3 rows away from me

wow, how cool is that?

thank you. I recall seeing a talk show in the idol theater a few years back.

Q re the FP+ for the shows:

Are all the spots being FP'd or is it a percentage to allow for same day or stand by admittance too?

Trying to decide how early to arrive for the show. the FP+ have arrive by time(s) on them. If there @ stated or shortly ahead of time, would assume we'd still be good to get into the theater. I have issues standing still in line, I'm good to walk all day it's just standing in one place that gets to me and I hate to line up really early if not necessary. Not particular where i sit, any seat will work for me

 

[d-r]

5. I love that Ashley Eckstein is hosting the Padawn Mind Challenge.

ASHLEY IS HOSTING PADAWAN MIND CHALLENGE!! AWESOME!!! How do you know? I wish they would fast pass this and jedi training.

 

[d-r]

The weekend of 6/6-6/8 is the mark hamill show I would scoop up those fast passes for that show for sure! I think your weekend 3 plans are pretty good Obi Wan and Beyond and the Ray park show typically do not fill up but if they are your priority then well done. The stars of the saga show is the show that fills up the most. Then Warwick Davis' and then Ray Park. I think you did a good job making sure you are going to see each show one time. The thing for me is that the shows change depending on the guests because its all improv except for Ray and Warwick so I love seeing them multiple times.

These are good points, thank you for those instights! I wanted to make sure we had at least one rebels and one JAT Obi Wan and beyond in case those were crazy this year with only show for rebels and no hoopla for JAT. My kids love Ray Park so I wanted to make sure for those. I think my wife is sweet on him to. But she thinks so I man crush him so go figure.

 

[d-r]

No, I'm talking about Wicket and Logray the Ewoks that appear with Chewbacca
The times from Chip and Dale as Ewoks are right

The thing about WIcket and Logray is that they are a little unpredictable because it sort of depends on the health of their friends. Remember it is really hot out there.

 

[d-r]

anything is possible...
the only solution I see at this point, so that nobody gets angry is that they do what they did with Dave Filoni one year when he came as a surprise.
They had a separate Q&A hosted by Ashley at the Hat Stage
This is the best place to get the most amount of people to see and hear him, without the need to line up at Premiere Theater

There you go. I think there is a really good chance there might be an appearance at the hat stage AND an appearane at stars of the saga with Billie Dee.

 

[d-r]

wow, how cool is that?

thank you. I recall seeing a talk show in the idol theater a few years back.

Q re the FP+ for the shows:

Are all the spots being FP'd or is it a percentage to allow for same day or stand by admittance too?

Trying to decide how early to arrive for the show. the FP+ have arrive by time(s) on them. If there @ stated or shortly ahead of time, would assume we'd still be good to get into the theater. I have issues standing still in line, I'm good to walk all day it's just standing in one place that gets to me and I hate to line up really early if not necessary. Not particular where i sit, any seat will work for me

I'm sure it is a percentage but I do not know and have no idea about what the percentage is. I'm guessing small, but who knows.

 

[The Sunrise Student]

Really hope they do! Great detail work and look on the costume. The photos are excellent.

We're pulling for you.

thanks for posting.

Thank you...

I am on pins and needles waiting for news. My local garrison said I have nothing to worry about that the costume if wonderful!

 

[yulilin3]

wow, how cool is that?

thank you. I recall seeing a talk show in the idol theater a few years back.

Q re the FP+ for the shows:

Are all the spots being FP'd or is it a percentage to allow for same day or stand by admittance too?

Trying to decide how early to arrive for the show. the FP+ have arrive by time(s) on them. If there @ stated or shortly ahead of time, would assume we'd still be good to get into the theater. I have issues standing still in line, I'm good to walk all day it's just standing in one place that gets to me and I hate to line up really early if not necessary. Not particular where i sit, any seat will work for me

I would think maybe 25% of the spots are fp+ and the rest are for people in the standby line

ASHLEY IS HOSTING PADAWAN MIND CHALLENGE!! AWESOME!!! How do you know? I wish they would fast pass this and jedi training.

She made an announcement yesterday, the information is toward the middle of this article
http://www.heruniverse.com/blog/her...-and-collectible-high-end-r2-d2-jewelry-line/

There you go. I think there is a really good chance there might be an appearance at the hat stage AND an appearane at stars of the saga with Billie Dee.

He might make an appearance at Stars of the Saga but with Ray Park and Billy Dee Williams there wouldn't be enough time to properly interview him, since there are other shows after SotS they can't run behind. Only time will tell

 

[LMN]

Chewbacca meets by the speeder next to Star Tours, his first set last year started at 8:30am but he would usually come out around 8:15am, I don't think you'll have time to meet him before your breakfast. His line gest long and stays consistent at about 1+ hour thru out the day

Quote:
Originally Posted by LMN
Question regarding getting Chewbacca's autograph: We will be there Weekends 4 and 5, so unfortunately will not have the opportunity to meet Peter Mayhew himself, but is it possible to get Chewbacca's autograph and a picture with him as well during weekends 4 and 5? Where does he typically meet? Is this a rope drop kindof thing? We do have an 8:20am Sci Fi breakfast planned on Friday June 13th. Would it be possible to get his autograph/picture and then get to our breakfast that day?

We have FTF,H&V dinner and Stars of the Saga scheduled for June 8th, and our schedule is getting a little packed that day. Especially if we have to squeeze in Mark Hamill's potential show. So if we could do Chewie on the 13th, I think that might work!

Thank you so much for your help! This thread is invaluable in helping us 1st timers to SWW plan a spectacular trip!

Chewie is there all through SWW. Last year he met by the speeder bike outside Tatooine Traders. The characters usually don't come out until around 9. We were able to get a fairly short line for Chewie about 9:30 (we were about 8 people back). Since Chewie is a Wookie, and Wookies do not like Florida in May, he did take frequent breaks. So, if I were you, I'd have breakfast and head right over to Chewie if you want to be sure to get a picture with him.

Have a great time!!! I'm extremely jealous of all of you going to this year's events! We won't be back to SWW until 2016


Thanks so much to both of you for your responses! It's great to hear when a plan works out!

 

[DVCkidsMOM]

... My local garrison said I have nothing to worry about that the costume if wonderful!

Lets go with that.