Official Star Wars Weekends Thread Tips and Tricks 2015

[lovethattink]

And the thunderstorms, too!

Perhaps they are bringing in big name celebrities where they need the larger venue?

Or, because there aren't many seasonal entertainment CMs, having B&B only in the mornings frees up a lot of CMs to then be SWW roaming CMs in the afternoons. A very interesting move...

I didn't even think about thunderstorms. Wonder how they'll handle the lines that form. I'm sure there will be more arriving early for FP+ and standby than would typically show up for B&B. Hopefully they will set up queues of some sort.

Interesting.

 

[yulilin3]

I didn't even think about thunderstorms. Wonder how they'll handle the lines that form. I'm sure there will be more arriving early for FP+ and standby than would typically show up for B&B. Hopefully they will set up queues of some sort.

Interesting.

I'm thinking that the entrance to Fantasmic will be used to form lines, at least I hope so since there is some shade on that side.

 

[lovethattink]

Also, is that Theater bigger than the one used in the past- do you think it will be easier to see the Special shows without fp+?

Theater of the Stars has a capacity of 1500 because it's one long bench that they can cram people in, shoulder to shoulder

So yes, it can seat more people. I think someone mentioned last year and during FSF that the Premiere Theater could seat about 1100.

 

[Music City Mama]

First post updated. Not only lack of A/C but the shows are now at the mercy of the weather. I'm sure they won't have shows if it's raining heavily or lightning. I won't freak out until I experience it for myself but....dare I say it...I have a bad feeling about this

I was really hoping that link I posted a few days ago wasn't accurate about the ToS part. Not too psyched about it.

 

[AuntieK]

Thanks everyone for posting the info from today's blog. I have to admit Mickey's face in the image is how I feel waiting for our ability to book Feel the Force. I can hear Master Yoda telling me to have patience....

 

[mmafan]

That's what strollers are for!

and they have cup holders for your BEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[mmafan]

any info or a rumor about D-TECH me this year????????????????????????????

 

[AuntieK]

The main page on disneyworld.com was also updated. I don't think it has anything that wasn't covered in the blog entry.

The Force Is with You Each Weekend
Encounter Star Wars celebrities and characters for special shows, presentations, autographs and more.

From Friday to Sunday, you’re invited to join host James Arnold Taylor—the voice of Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: The Clone Wars—and immerse yourself in a galaxy far, far away, right here at Walt Disney World Resort.

This is your shot at making the jump into hyperspace! Explore a series of all-new adventures just waiting to be discovered or revisit a few of your favorite Star Wars Weekends experiences from years past, including:

• Symphony in the Stars: A state-of-the-art evening finale, featuring some favorite Star Wars Characters, a frenzy of fireworks and Made with Magic elements
• Limited-edition merchandise and intergalactic dining options, with Star Wars-themed drinks and delicacies

Be on the lookout for future updates on the unforgettable offerings this year’s event has in store—only a Sith would miss this celebration, taking place from May 15 to June 14, 2015!

 

[jtowntoflorida]

So...the kids want to drop SWW in favor of going to Universal and experiencing the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I think my husband was bummed, because he really wants to do the SWW stuff. So we talked about it and have decided to do what any rational person would decide to do...extend the vacation. It's looking like we'll do 1 day at MK, 1 1/2 days at DHS for SWW, and then 1 full and at least one half and possibly two half days at Universal, depending on what flight we take home.

So here's our tentative plan:
Thursday, June 4th: fly in to MCO after my daughter gets out of school
Friday, June 5th: MK
Saturday, June 6th: DHS; we'll do H&V dinner
Sunday, June 7th: DHS; we'll do Sci Fi breakfast, then leave the park and head to Universal
**right now, we have an ADR at 10:45; if anyone who has an earlier times wants to try to swap with me, let me know**

So, there goes our short, cheap vacation.

 

[lovethattink]

So...the kids want to drop SWW in favor of going to Universal and experiencing the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I think my husband was bummed, because he really wants to do the SWW stuff. So we talked about it and have decided to do what any rational person would decide to do...extend the vacation. It's looking like we'll do 1 day at MK, 1 1/2 days at DHS for SWW, and then 1 full and at least one half and possibly two half days at Universal, depending on what flight we take home.

So here's our tentative plan:
Thursday, June 4th: fly in to MCO after my daughter gets out of school
Friday, June 5th: MK
Saturday, June 6th: DHS; we'll do H&V dinner
Sunday, June 7th: DHS; we'll do Sci Fi breakfast, then leave the park and head to Universal
**right now, we have an ADR at 10:45; if anyone who has an earlier times wants to try to swap with me, let me know**

So, there goes our short, cheap vacation.

Sounds like the best of both worlds.

I wouldn't suggest arriving late on your 2nd day at universal. Lines really start to pick up after 10am. Especially if you plan to do the HP stuff. It your doing other attractions that SW breakfast day, it won't be as bad.

 

[yulilin3]

any info or a rumor about D-TECH me this year????????????????????????????

Nope, not yet. But on the Disney Park Blog Shawn Slater said that merchandise information will be coming out "soon"

 

[yulilin3]

Sounds like the best of both worlds.

I wouldn't suggest arriving late on your 2nd day at universal. Lines really start to pick up after 10am. Especially if you plan to do the HP stuff. It your doing other attractions that SW breakfast day, it won't be as bad.

Wizarding World of Harry Potter is amazing, for any HP fan. There are so many things to look at. Gringotts attraction is good, but the whole area is just amazing. I agree that it's better going there at rope drop. We did a US/IOA day and got a lot of attractions done by being there early.

 

[poison ivy]

wow! looks like I have some catching up to do on this thread. Are we sure the TotS is being used for the shows?
I'm sorry, but that's not going to work IMO. Too hot, too open, and the audio will be affected. I hope this is just a rumor.

 

[yulilin3]

wow! looks like I have some catching up to do on this thread. Are we sure the TotS is being used for the shows?
I'm sorry, but that's not going to work IMO. Too hot, too open, and the audio will be affected. I hope this is just a rumor.

Taylor will host the Stars of the Saga talk show with everyone’s favorite stormtrooper preshow at a new, larger location in Theater of the Stars on Sunset Boulevard. Straight from the blog

 

[lovethattink]

So the only "cool" SWW things to do would be Darth's Mall and maybe celeb autographs if they are held indoors. Looks like everything else will be outdoor.

 

[poison ivy]

Taylor will host the Stars of the Saga talk show with everyone’s favorite stormtrooper preshow at a new, larger location in Theater of the Stars on Sunset Boulevard. Straight from the blog

Well, this is not a good scene. I'll never forget how hot it was last year in early June. the indoor theatre's are so comfortable. Wonder why this was decided? I was always under the impression they would be relocating to the American Idol venue this year. there must be some other changes in the works there.

 

[ConnieB]

Theater of the Stars has a capacity of 1500 because it's one long bench that they can cram people in, shoulder to shoulder

Too bad they aren't doing it at Indiana Jones......loads more seats and the seats are covered. The stage isn't but that would seem to be rather easy to put up a cover.

 

[yulilin3]

Well, this is not a good scene. I'll never forget how hot it was last year in early June. the indoor theatre's are so comfortable. Wonder why this was decided? I was always under the impression they would be relocating to the American Idol venue this year. there must be some other changes in the works there.

From wdwmagic news and rumors forum:
1. Premiere Theatre will continue to host Frozen Sing Along until June. AIE/SSTV theatre will be the home of the Disney Performing Arts competitions during March/April. Additions to AIE/SSTV for the revamped Frozen Sing A Long will be ongoing and rehearsal will begin in earnest in May. The goal is to have ZERO dark days for the show. It will close at Premiere and open at AIE/SSTV the next day.

2. SO....all of the SWW shows that were held at Premiere will be moving to Theatre of the Stars. B&B shows will still be held each day during SWW at TOS...in the Morning. They will cease around lunchtime, when the stage will changeover for the "Behind The Force" shows & any specialty shows with that weeks' Special Guests. They are working on getting a Video Wall to run the width of the stage to create the various SWW themed backdrops.
This was posted Feb 9th. So it appears this poster has some inside information. I agree that the location is not ideal, not only the heat but you lose the comfort of having your own chair, now you'll be pretty much packed in.

 

[poison ivy]

OK not to get into a big debate about this but honestly, why move the Frozen venue during SWW? What's so urgent on the timing?

And I agree the Indiana Jones theatre seems much better and could incorporate props and audience interaction.

 

[msmama]

Taylor will host the Stars of the Saga talk show with everyone’s favorite stormtrooper preshow at a new, larger location in Theater of the Stars on Sunset Boulevard. Straight from the blog

I totally read the blog and it made it seem like all the shows would be at TOS, but this makes it seem like just the Stars of the Saga (which makes sense if they have a big name).

I'd imagine they have to have an indoor "just in case" location. And we officially have conflicting info from 2 disney publications in the last week now. Yay!