World of Color Superthread

[papamouse1]

My guess is that these won't be around for much longer. It really hasn't gained any popularity. It's cool when everyone in the viewing area has them on (AP previews), but in my recent visits I've only seen a handful of people with them on at each show.

While I do understand the limited sales, I don't see any way this will go away soon... someday, maybe, but not soon. They have invested far too much money already in setting this system up, plus they are adding more setups at other shows. They only have the ears manufactured and the main expense for this is done. Even with limited sales, there is no upside to shutting it down quickly. Guess we will see

 

[HydroGuy]

Is this list still accurate as to what rides close early?

California Screamin'
Games of the Boardwalk
Golden Zephyr
King Triton's Carousel
Jumpin' Jellyfish
Mickey's Fun Wheel
Silly Symphony Swings

Since this list does not include toy story how bad are the wait times during the show?

Just so you get an answer, I am the OP of the thread and I was there at WOC two weeks ago. I believe your list is accurate because the lights need to dim around Paradise Pier for the show to happen. All those rides throw light into the WOC area. California Screamin and Mickey's Fun Wheel for sure close. So do Silly Symphony Swings and Golden Zephyr. The others I do not know for sure. Maybe others do. But I suspect they do close because of their proximity to WOC.

 

[yaya74]

I watched WOC last night standing outside of Ariel's Grotto without a fastpass. We dined there last night, When we were exiting the restaurant at 715pm, I saw a roped-up area outside of the restaurant. I asked if a Fasspass was needed to go into the area. CM said no. There were only handful of people standing there. So my family watched the show from that spot. The view was great because it was higher and I could also see the light effect in the audience area. I thought I would not be able to see WOC during my trip. So it was a great surprise!

 

[lucysmom]

We will be at DL over at the start of the holidays and we would like to see the show. I understand that we can get fastpasses because we are staying at the Grand Californian, but due to health issues, Iwe cannot stand for that length of time. If I bring my handicapped pass, can my two children and I sit in the handicapped section? Also, when everyone else stands up, will I still be able to see from the handicapped section?

 

[Nonsuch]

If I bring my handicapped pass, can my two children and I sit in the handicapped section?

Yes, your entire party may sit together.

...when everyone else stands up, will I still be able to see from the handicapped section?

Yes, you will be able to see.

This video was shot from a VIP bench, which is on the same level as the handicap section. Even from this far back, the iPhone field of view is not large enough to record all the action. I only recorded this part of the show because the Brave sequence is new, and a good example of the video projections.

World of Color Brave

 

[ArchOwl]

We will be at DL over at the start of the holidays and we would like to see the show. I understand that we can get fastpasses because we are staying at the Grand Californian, but due to health issues, Iwe cannot stand for that length of time. If I bring my handicapped pass, can my two children and I sit in the handicapped section? Also, when everyone else stands up, will I still be able to see from the handicapped section?

Just to be clear, the benches used in the handicapped areas are for the disabled person only. The CMs will ask that only the disabled person sit on the bench. If the benches do not fill, others in your party may be allowed to sit there. In reality, this policy is enforced sometimes but not always consistently.

Yes, you will be able to see from a sitting position. The area is terraced and the handicapped section is at the top. Have fun!

 

[DizDays]

Bump

 

[DLR29]

Is this list still accurate as to what rides close early?

California Screamin'
Games of the Boardwalk
Golden Zephyr
King Triton's Carousel
Jumpin' Jellyfish
Mickey's Fun Wheel
Silly Symphony Swings

Since this list does not include toy story how bad are the wait times during the show?

Correct. Everything in the Paradise Pier area except:
-Toy Story
-Goofy's Sky School
-Arie'ls Undersea Adventure
close early. Lines for Toy Story are about the same as the rest of the day 30-40 min...maybe only a slight decrease, but then it picks back up again in between WoC shows (if there are 2)

While I do understand the limited sales, I don't see any way this will go away soon... someday, maybe, but not soon. They have invested far too much money already in setting this system up, plus they are adding more setups at other shows. They only have the ears manufactured and the main expense for this is done. Even with limited sales, there is no upside to shutting it down quickly. Guess we will see

That's true. My guess is that with limited sales they won't really be manufacturing many more sets of ears, and that they will just sell what's left in their current inventory. We'll see how popular the Christmas fireworks is with this technology. I've seen a few people wear them at WoC, but I don't think I've ever seen someone with them on at Fantasmic.

 

[Avery's mom]

Just to be clear, the benches used in the handicapped areas are for the disabled person only. The CMs will ask that only the disabled person sit on the bench. If the benches do not fill, others in your party may be allowed to sit there. In reality, this policy is enforced sometimes but not always consistently.

Yes, you will be able to see from a sitting position. The area is terraced and the handicapped section is at the top. Have fun!

Perhaps I am shorter than the average person, however, the railing was directly in my line of sight when I was sitting on the bench. I had to slouch down to try to see under the railing, which was not very comfortable. As for the benches being for disabled only, this was enforced by some CMs, not all. A large family who claimed not to understand English tried to take up the rest of my bench, while I made sure that all the rest of our party stood. People who need accessible seating can also scooter down to the regular viewing areas if he/ she feels it would be a better fit .

 

[papamouse1]

That's true. My guess is that with limited sales they won't really be manufacturing many more sets of ears, and that they will just sell what's left in their current inventory. We'll see how popular the Christmas fireworks is with this technology. I've seen a few people wear them at WoC, but I don't think I've ever seen someone with them on at Fantasmic.

I could definitely see this scenario... I have a sneaky feeling, knowing my 2 girls, they will want them 1st thing next Sunday and they will have them on at WoC, Fantasmic and fireworks!! But I'm pretty sure those 2 sales won't motivate Disney to do more

 

[papamouse1]

1 week from today we are gonna see WoC for the very 1st time!!! Oh man, am I getting excited

 

[keahgirl8]

1 week from today we are gonna see WoC for the very 1st time!!! Oh man, am I getting excited

You are going to love it! Make sure you come back and let us know what you thought!

 

[DSNY4ever]

Will my 14 month old be able to stay in his stroller in the queue line AND once we get let into the viewing area or do you have to park the strollers somewhere else? I can't remember from when I saw it once before if there were strollers around us.

I am debating on if I think our little guy can handle the long wait for this show and the stroller would give us a chance...without it there is no way.

 

[HydroGuy]

Will my 14 month old be able to stay in his stroller in the queue line AND once we get let into the viewing area or do you have to park the strollers somewhere else? I can't remember from when I saw it once before if there were strollers around us.

I am debating on if I think our little guy can handle the long wait for this show and the stroller would give us a chance...without it there is no way.

Yes - no problem with strollers. Your issue may be getting to your viewing spot with the stroller in a crowd. In such cases it is usually better to send all of some of your group on ahead to secure a viewing spot and then you follow behind and find them.

 

[DSNY4ever]

Phew, thanks for all this great info Hydroguy. And I will try to send our group ahead when the crowd moves, I will probably be moving slow and looking out for ankles!

 

[jcarwash]

Will my 14 month old be able to stay in his stroller in the queue line AND once we get let into the viewing area or do you have to park the strollers somewhere else? I can't remember from when I saw it once before if there were strollers around us.

I am debating on if I think our little guy can handle the long wait for this show and the stroller would give us a chance...without it there is no way.

Hydroguy already answered that strollers are okay to take into the viewing area...I wanted to add that when I asked about stroller parking, they said there is no area for it, please take it with you.

 

[lisachrystine]

Your issue may be getting to your viewing spot with the stroller in a crowd. In such cases it is usually better to send all of some of your group on ahead to secure a viewing spot and then you follow behind and find them.

This! Both times I've done WOC with a stroller, I've had to leave DH to figure out how to get the stroller down while the rest of us (kids and my parents) go to save a spot. Once everyone is settled, I can go back and help him navigate, but you just can't get through the crowd fast enough to get a prime spot with a stroller. The first time we had our Sit and Stand and DD2 actually stood on the platform to watch the show so we didn't have to hold her the whole time (making her the same height as an average adult woman). The second time, we had a little umbrella stroller and went straight down the ramp to the front (splash zone). No one needed the stroller during the show this time, but we never had to fold it up or anything.

 

[FanniesDisney]

Just a quick thanks to HydroGuy for his fantastic information in this thread. I was debating about WOC as we are there from Dec 15-19, and whether the picnic was worth it. You first page answered all of my questions.

 

[lsulindy]

My dad has Parkinson's and would have a very hard time sitting on the ground to wait for the show. Where is the best place for us to aim for to watch the show where my kids will have a good view but there will also be a nearby bench for my dad?

 

[ArchOwl]

My dad has Parkinson's and would have a very hard time sitting on the ground to wait for the show. Where is the best place for us to aim for to watch the show where my kids will have a good view but there will also be a nearby bench for my dad?

There are handicapped sections with benches. You either need a visible aid (such as wheelchair, walker, cane, etc.) to access them or a Guest Assistance Card. The aid or GAC allows the handicapped person only to sit on the bench, although some CMs are better than other at enforcing this rule.

You do need a WOC FP to access the handicapped area along with the aid or GAC. If your father doesn't have a mobility aid, then I would obtain a GAC from Guest Relations. They are in either park and if you explain your needs, they will help you out.

Have you thought about getting your father a ECV or other assistance? I am just wondering about how he will do getting around the parks for the rest of the day. It can be very draining to walk around the parks, and you may find he needs more assistance than in normal day to day activities. Just a thought, .