Universal Orlando To Announce New Attraction Information...

[Timmy Boy]

...one day to prior to Star Wars grand opening.

http://www.**************.net/2011/04/universal-orlando-to-announce-major-attraction-news-on-may-19-via-webcast/

 

[Figment632]

It is going to be Despicable Me replacing Jimmy Neutron,

 

[lockedoutlogic]

They are afraid of the power of a rear projection TV slapped into the front of a Dodge Caravan on a stick...


(now that's a textbook assessment )

 

[doconeill]

They are afraid of the power of a rear projection TV slapped into the front of a Dodge Caravan on a stick...


(now that's a textbook assessment )

OK, that was amusing

If they are "afraid" of anything, I think it is the variable ride experience, which is likely to be the future of simulator/dark rides. And not variable as in "select a music soundtrack we licensed for cheap".

I wouldn't be surprised if they aren't already thinking how they might be able to make the projection sequences in HPATFJ variable - until they realize how much it would cost to bring the no-longer-kids back to film again.

 

[Dznefreek]

It is going to be Despicable Me replacing Jimmy Neutron,

I agree. King Kong 360 will not fit in the space and this area has always been kid friendly . . . . .

 

[Figment632]

I agree. King Kong 360 will not fit in the space and this area has always been kid friendly . . . . .

Agreed I think that will go were T2 is or maybe Avatar will go there!

 

[Peter Pirate 2]

I think this shows that as of now Universal is maintaining their aggressive park posture. Which is good for all park guests. I'm sure Disney is keeping their eyes on these developments and results very closely.

 

[anthony2k7]

I think this shows that as of now Universal is maintaining their aggressive park posture. Which is good for all park guests. I'm sure Disney is keeping their eyes on these developments and results very closely.

indeed, and why shouldnt universal continue their aggressive development when potterland has supposedly nearly paid for itself already!

its difficult to imagine disney ever managing to come up with something new that would pay for itself so quickly.

 

[Cobra B.]

indeed, and why shouldnt universal continue their aggressive development when potterland has supposedly nearly paid for itself already!

its difficult to imagine disney ever managing to come up with something new that would pay for itself so quickly.

while potter has done well, aren't they selling?

 

[lockedoutlogic]

while potter has done well, aren't they selling?

they have been off and on for about a decade. the operation and sale of universal, anheuser busch entertainment, etc over recent history is a much more complicated issue in the amusement industry.

potterland is doing very well by all accounts...but it doesn't change the overall outlook for the complex that much.
They may be trying to use its momentum as leverage to "sell high" at the current state.

 

[ChrisFL]

Blackstone is selling their 50% stake in the resort

 

[Figment632]

I really wish that thus announcement would be WWOHP phase 2. Phase one was paid off 6 months ago thus would be an aggressive move IMO.

 

[TisBit]

I really wish that thus announcement would be WWOHP phase 2. Phase one was paid off 6 months ago thus would be an aggressive move IMO.

While that would be much more aggressive, but would likely be too aggressive IMO. They need to hold of on Potter 2 until the initial Potter buzz is wearing off, when you no longer have a increase in attendance and you want those Potter fans to come back.

Right now, Universal should look at trying to use some Potter revenues to enhance the rest of the park(s) and start getting people to come out for more than just WWoHP.

 

[Figment632]

^^
We are already seeing WWOHP money being spent else where with the Triceritops reopening and the effects at Dudley Doright falls working again.

 

[lockedoutlogic]

I really wish that thus announcement would be WWOHP phase 2. Phase one was paid off 6 months ago thus would be an aggressive move IMO.

I'm really hesitant to believe such statements...only because i don't think park heads or corporate financial personnel tend to leak such information so easily...and if they volunteer it, it could be due to somekind of ulterior motive...plus with all the shady accounting that companies do these days...i believe little.

Disney Parks generated 3.4 BILLION in revenue from merchandise sales in its US parks in 2010...3.1 BILLION from everything else...that was in the annual report and i do believe that one.

And hence why World of Disney is holy ground

 

[Tramp68]

Despicable me....*yawn**