http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:12:19 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:10:49 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11605 The Estate of Michael Jackson has partnered with Cirque du Soleil to present Michael Jackson, The Immortal World Tour in Orlando on Feb. 28 and 29 at the Amway Center. This production combines Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/kelly-clarkson-cyndi-lauper-among-top-acts-performing-at-universals-mardi-gras-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/kelly-clarkson-cyndi-lauper-among-top-acts-performing-at-universals-mardi-gras-2012/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:29:08 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11422 This year’s Mardi Gras celebration at Universal Studios is bringing some of the biggest names in music to Orlando. Besides the headliners, on Saturdays and select nights starting Feb. 11 through April 14, Mardi Gras includes New Orleans authentic food, a parade and bands. Some of the headline artists performing on the Music Plaza Stage [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/kelly-clarkson-cyndi-lauper-among-top-acts-performing-at-universals-mardi-gras-2012/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/15/top-names-to-perform-during-bands-brew-and-bbq-at-busch-gardens-and-seaworld-in-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/15/top-names-to-perform-during-bands-brew-and-bbq-at-busch-gardens-and-seaworld-in-2012/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:21:36 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10723 Both Busch Gardens and SeaWorld will celebrate Bands, Brew and BBQ starting Feb. 11, 2012. Each theme park will have live bands, specialty craft beer gardens and BBQ from local restaurants as well as the theme parks chefs. At Busch Gardens the bands will be playing at 5 p.m. at Gwazi field: Lynyrd Skynyrd – [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/15/top-names-to-perform-during-bands-brew-and-bbq-at-busch-gardens-and-seaworld-in-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/new-festival-thats-just-for-kids-coming-to-seaworld-in-january/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/new-festival-thats-just-for-kids-coming-to-seaworld-in-january/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:59:10 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10972 SeaWorld Orlando will be the place for kids on Saturdays in January as they present an all-new “Just For Kids” festival featuring concerts by LazyTown, Max & Ruby, the Doodlebops and Choo-Choo Soul, plus many family-friendly fun and activities. In addition to the concerts, there will be numerous special offers. On event days, parents can [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/new-festival-thats-just-for-kids-coming-to-seaworld-in-january/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/photos-and-videos-from-disney-parks-christmas-day-parade-production/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/photos-and-videos-from-disney-parks-christmas-day-parade-production/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:45:58 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10786 An annual tradition is the broadcast of the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade. The show is taped in advance at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park, and it’s always great fun to spot production in progress in various locations across the resort.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/photos-and-videos-from-disney-parks-christmas-day-parade-production/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:30:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9676 On the weekend of Sept. 9 and 10, Christian music artists will be taking over two Orlando theme parks for special-ticket events. Rock the Universe returns to Universal Studios, featuring performances by 17 Christian music artists, guest speakers, candlelight ceremonies, and all-new fan zone, and Night of Joy returns to the Magic Kingdom with live performances by [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/23/qa-mr-big-lead-singer-talks-hit-songs-touring-and-disney-theme-parks-concert-saturday-at-house-of-blues/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/23/qa-mr-big-lead-singer-talks-hit-songs-touring-and-disney-theme-parks-concert-saturday-at-house-of-blues/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:14:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9718 By Ben Rebstock Mention the name Mr. Big, and you might get a response like, “Weren’t they a hair band in the early ’90s”? But, belt out the line “I’m the one who wants to be with you,” and memories of the mega-smash record from 1991 will pop into your head and you’ll know exactly [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/23/qa-mr-big-lead-singer-talks-hit-songs-touring-and-disney-theme-parks-concert-saturday-at-house-of-blues/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/24/expect-the-unexpected-flash-mob-breaks-out-at-busch-gardens-videophotos/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/24/expect-the-unexpected-flash-mob-breaks-out-at-busch-gardens-videophotos/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:50:14 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9416 By Anthony Armenia Today Busch Gardens debuted a new entertainment experience. Flash mobs will perform on a regular basis in the park providing unexpected experiences for guests. While times and locations of the mobs aren’t released, we happened to catch the first one today. This one took place on the Zagora Café patio, which is [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/24/expect-the-unexpected-flash-mob-breaks-out-at-busch-gardens-videophotos/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/15/celebration-town-center-to-commemorate-4th-of-july-with-an-80s-prom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/15/celebration-town-center-to-commemorate-4th-of-july-with-an-80s-prom/#comments Thu, 16 Jun 2011 01:13:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9120 “A Flashback 4th of July” will send the town of Celebration back in time to the ’80s and feature a costume contest, a concert by A Flock of Seagulls, a fireworks show set to ’80s musical hits, and an interactive Kids Zone. Additional music will be offered by KattyShack and the Dixieland Jazz Band. The [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/15/celebration-town-center-to-commemorate-4th-of-july-with-an-80s-prom/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/30/american-idol-winner-scotty-mccreery-sings-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/30/american-idol-winner-scotty-mccreery-sings-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/#comments Mon, 30 May 2011 17:04:46 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9162 The new 2011 American Idol winner, Scotty McCreery made an appearance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios today in what has become a yearly tradition for the winner. Scotty rode down Hollywood Bouldvard with Mickey Mouse, sang his new song, I Love You This Big, and made an appearance during the first showing of The American Idol [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/30/american-idol-winner-scotty-mccreery-sings-at-disneys-hollywood-studios/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/25/epcot-2011-food-and-wine-festival-music-acts-named/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/25/epcot-2011-food-and-wine-festival-music-acts-named/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 20:39:43 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9132 Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival recently ended so it’s time to start thinking about their other very popular festival, Food and Wine. Starting in late September and through mid-November, one part of the 2011 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is the music. The Disney Parks Blog just released the full list of performers for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/25/epcot-2011-food-and-wine-festival-music-acts-named/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/21/star-wars-hyperspace-hoopla-is-back-rockin-a-bigger-stage/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/21/star-wars-hyperspace-hoopla-is-back-rockin-a-bigger-stage/#comments Sat, 21 May 2011 15:13:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9094 Hyperspace Hoopla, a Star Wars Weekends fan favorite which includes a Dance Off with the Star Wars Stars, has a new location this year. No more pushing and elbowing to get a good spot to see at the small Star Tours stage. The show is now presented nightly during Star Wars Weeknds on a large [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/21/star-wars-hyperspace-hoopla-is-back-rockin-a-bigger-stage/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/#comments Tue, 03 May 2011 22:35:45 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8984 For the third year, top musical acts will be taking the stage for six nights this summer at Universal Studios. With a combined total of 30 platinum albums, this year’s concert lineup features artists who have each led the U.S. music charts. The list of performers includes: Drake – one of only two musical artists [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/the-british-invasion-leaving-epcot-after-15-years/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/the-british-invasion-leaving-epcot-after-15-years/#comments Sat, 23 Apr 2011 18:19:57 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8955 The long-time Beatles-inspired band, The British Invasion, is ending their run in the U.K. pavilion at Epcot after more than 15 years. A replacement band will be named. The long-time popular band at Walt Disney World used to play Beatles songs exclusively, but in recent years started singing other British bands’ songs. They’re also known [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/the-british-invasion-leaving-epcot-after-15-years/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/21/stars-in-the-parks-keha-meets-the-white-rabbit-at-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/21/stars-in-the-parks-keha-meets-the-white-rabbit-at-magic-kingdom/#comments Thu, 21 Apr 2011 22:16:14 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8915 Pop singer Kesha Sebert, also known as Ke$ha, posed today with The White Rabbit from Disney’s animated film Alice in Wonderland, at the Magic Kingdom. Ke$ha’s debut single, entitled “Tik Tok,” was a number one hit around the world. Photo by Gene Duncan]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/21/stars-in-the-parks-keha-meets-the-white-rabbit-at-magic-kingdom/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/stars-in-the-parks-lady-gaga-with-the-evil-queen-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/stars-in-the-parks-lady-gaga-with-the-evil-queen-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/#comments Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:55:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8835 Grammy Award-winning singer Lady Gaga posed with the Evil Queen from Disney’s “Snow White” at the Magic Kingdom earlier today. She was visiting Disney after her concert last night at the Amway Center. Some cast members wrote on Twitter that they saw her riding Peter Pan’s Flight and other rides at the theme park. Photo [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/stars-in-the-parks-lady-gaga-with-the-evil-queen-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/12/stars-in-the-parks-christina-aguilera-visits-disneys-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/12/stars-in-the-parks-christina-aguilera-visits-disneys-magic-kingdom/#comments Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:18:34 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8766 Grammy Award-winning singer Christina Aguilera poses with her son Max, April 11, 2011, in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In the early 1990s, Aguilera starred on The New Mickey Mouse Club, a musical variety series taped at Walt Disney World. On April 26, Aguilera will debut as one of four musician coaches on the new NBC vocal [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/12/stars-in-the-parks-christina-aguilera-visits-disneys-magic-kingdom/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/acts-announced-for-epcots-2011-sounds-like-summer-concert-series/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/acts-announced-for-epcots-2011-sounds-like-summer-concert-series/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:23:07 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8616 Get ready to get down to some famous music by some not-so-famous bands at Epcot. The annual Sounds Like Summer Concert Series runs select dates from June 12 to July 30 with popular tribute bands taking the stage at the America Gardens Theatre. Seven tribute bands will recreate classic hits from musical icons under the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/acts-announced-for-epcots-2011-sounds-like-summer-concert-series/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/nickelodeons-big-time-rush-to-perform-at-universal-studios-may-14/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/nickelodeons-big-time-rush-to-perform-at-universal-studios-may-14/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2011 21:18:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8614 Fans of the Nickelodeon television show Big Time Rush are in for a big time treat if they’re going to be in Orlando on May 14. The guys will be performing live on Universal Studios’ Music Plaza stage. In addition to the concert, fans at the park will have the exclusive opportunity to watch a [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/nickelodeons-big-time-rush-to-perform-at-universal-studios-may-14/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/08/latin-festival-runs-through-april-3-at-seaworld-and-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/08/latin-festival-runs-through-april-3-at-seaworld-and-busch-gardens/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:12:03 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8467 Join the fiesta at SeaWorld every Saturday and Busch Gardens each Sunday through April 3, 2011 as the parks heat up during their annual Latin festival, Viva La Música. This Hispanic event blends live performances from award-winning Latin artists with popular Hispanic cuisine and authentic arts and crafts. All-new this year is an expanded menu [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/08/latin-festival-runs-through-april-3-at-seaworld-and-busch-gardens/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/09/meet-miranda-cosgrove-star-of-nickelodeon%e2%80%99s-icarly-at-the-nick-hotel/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/09/meet-miranda-cosgrove-star-of-nickelodeon%e2%80%99s-icarly-at-the-nick-hotel/#comments Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:42:51 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8214 This month, guests can meet the star of Nickelodeon’s hit show, iCarly, Miranda Cosgrove. The young actress and singer will be in Orlando on Feb. 16 and 17, meeting with fans at the Nickelodeon Suites Resort, and performing live in concert at Hard Rock Orlando. This Ultimate Concert Experience at Nickelodeon Suites Resort includes: • [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/09/meet-miranda-cosgrove-star-of-nickelodeon%e2%80%99s-icarly-at-the-nick-hotel/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/14/universalmardigras2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/14/universalmardigras2011/#comments Fri, 14 Jan 2011 23:28:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8060 It’s almost Mardi Gras time again at the biggest celebration outside of New Orleans. Universal Studios will play host to Mardi Gras parades, food and music once again this year select nights from Feb. 12 to April 23, 2011. Nationally renowned musical acts will combine with an authentic Mardi Gras parade, dozens of costumed performers, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/14/universalmardigras2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/01/videophoto-report-from-epcot-on-new-years-eve-crowds-parties-and-fireworks/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/01/videophoto-report-from-epcot-on-new-years-eve-crowds-parties-and-fireworks/#comments Sat, 01 Jan 2011 19:29:57 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7939 By Don Gworek It was interesting to watch the staging for New Year’s Eve at Epcot come together this week. Stages were set up at the central fountain, Italy and China by Thursday. It looked like it was going to be a great party.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/01/videophoto-report-from-epcot-on-new-years-eve-crowds-parties-and-fireworks/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/30/most-watched-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-in-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/30/most-watched-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-in-2010/#comments Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:41:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7934 It was a year dominated by The Wizarding World of Harry Potter opening and musical performances. So instead of only looking at the most viewed videos uploaded this year, we’re going to look at the top 2010 videos a couple of different ways. Yesterday we presented the Top 10 most read theme park stories for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/30/most-watched-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-in-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/23/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-four-for-december-23-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/23/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-four-for-december-23-2010/#comments Thu, 23 Dec 2010 17:57:58 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7896 Dec. 23, 2010 – It’s an all Disney, all Christmas episode of The Show. Join host Greg Hutson and special kid reporter host Mindy Strater as they bring you the week’s news and more from many of the holiday events at Walt Disney World. www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeuhqonQ7io This week’s topics include: • Santas around the world at [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/23/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-four-for-december-23-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/21/musical-acts-announced-for-busch-gardens-and-seaworlds-2011-events/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/21/musical-acts-announced-for-busch-gardens-and-seaworlds-2011-events/#comments Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:06:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7890 Big names in country, Latin, contemporary Christian and classic rock are coming to Busch Gardens and SeaWorld in 2011. It’s the biggest lineup yet with country and classic rock legends at Bands, Brew & BBQ, Viva La Música’s salsa and meringue and Glory at the Gardens’ contemporary Christian music. Memorable Music Gets Your Toes Tapping [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/21/musical-acts-announced-for-busch-gardens-and-seaworlds-2011-events/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/20/stars-in-the-parks-kevin-jonas-and-bride-celebrate-one-year/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/20/stars-in-the-parks-kevin-jonas-and-bride-celebrate-one-year/#comments Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:15:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7879 To celebrate their first wedding anniversary, Kevin Jonas of the pop trio “Jonas Brothers” and his wife Danielle pose in front of Cinderella Castle with Cinderella and Prince Charming at the Magic Kingdom. The couple wed Dec. 19, 2009 at Oheka Castle in Long Island, N. Y., and celebrated their first anniversary by staying in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/20/stars-in-the-parks-kevin-jonas-and-bride-celebrate-one-year/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/16/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-three-for-december-16-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/16/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-three-for-december-16-2010/#comments Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:54:00 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7874 Dec. 16, 2010 – Join hosts JD Trussell and Samantha Sanders for Episode Three of Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show. They’ll bring you this week’s theme park and attraction news, viewer feedback, fan videos and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uozPnoghr0 This week’s topics include: • Celebration Concert and interview with Kicking Daisies and Allstar Weekend. • Clarion [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/16/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-three-for-december-16-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/08/allstar-weekend-to-headline-free-radio-disney-concert-this-weekend/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/08/allstar-weekend-to-headline-free-radio-disney-concert-this-weekend/#comments Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:50:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7842 Radio Disney AM 990 is planning on rocking the holidays in Celebration this Saturday night with a free concert. Performing will be Hollywood Records recording artist Allstar Weekend and Radio Disney’s new N.B.T. (Next Big Thing) winner Kicking Daisies. Although most of the past N.B.T.’s that have performed in Celebration haven’t hit it big, last [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/08/allstar-weekend-to-headline-free-radio-disney-concert-this-weekend/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy-opens-for-a-limited-run-at-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy-opens-for-a-limited-run-at-busch-gardens/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 18:31:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7814 A new limited engagement show opened yesterday in Busch Gardens’ Moroccan Palace Theater. Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy is an exotic encounter inspired by nature’s unpredictable creations, brought to life by an international cast of aerialists, contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians. In addition to the astounding feats performed in the show, are enhanced many elaborite costumes, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy-opens-for-a-limited-run-at-busch-gardens/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/disney-pixar-characters-to-headline-epcots-2011-flower-and-garden-festival/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/disney-pixar-characters-to-headline-epcots-2011-flower-and-garden-festival/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 14:22:27 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7811 Details have been released on the 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 2 through May 15, 2011. Look for Disney movie characters throughout the park in playgrounds and as topiaries. Plus new musical acts and an expanded butterfly garden. Toy Story 3 stars Woody and Buzz Lightyear will meet their arch-enemy Lotso in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/disney-pixar-characters-to-headline-epcots-2011-flower-and-garden-festival/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/03/photo-update-ryan-seacrest-and-mariah-carey-at-day-two-of-the-christmas-day-parade-tv-tapings/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/03/photo-update-ryan-seacrest-and-mariah-carey-at-day-two-of-the-christmas-day-parade-tv-tapings/#comments Fri, 03 Dec 2010 22:17:03 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7795 Day two of shooting the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade brought out the biggest stars of the show as a couple of stage performances and the actual parade portion were filmed. Part of the show, which will air on ABC-TV on Christmas Day, was already filmed at Disneyland. Walt Disney World’s portion is being filmed [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/03/photo-update-ryan-seacrest-and-mariah-carey-at-day-two-of-the-christmas-day-parade-tv-tapings/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/02/photos-from-day-one-of-disneys-christmas-day-parade-2010-taping/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/02/photos-from-day-one-of-disneys-christmas-day-parade-2010-taping/#comments Thu, 02 Dec 2010 23:04:51 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7788 Recording started today for the 2010 Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade at the Magic Kingdom. Singers and actresses Debby Ryan (The Suite Life on Deck), above, and Amber Riley (Glee), below, performed. The canine, Santa Paws, from the new Disney holiday movie “The Search for Santa Paws” also made an appearance. The tapings are to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/02/photos-from-day-one-of-disneys-christmas-day-parade-2010-taping/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/11/23/grinch-macys-parade-mannheim-steamroller-and-a-new-holiday-village-round-out-universals-2010-holiday-offerings/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/11/23/grinch-macys-parade-mannheim-steamroller-and-a-new-holiday-village-round-out-universals-2010-holiday-offerings/#comments Tue, 23 Nov 2010 18:58:51 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7738 Universal Orlando is getting ready for the holidays again this year with some favorites returning and a couple of new offerings. The “extra holiday magic” officially starts Dec. 4 and runs through Jan. 1. At Universal Studios, the Macy’s Holiday Parade will march down the streets every evening with the same iconic balloons seen winding [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/11/23/grinch-macys-parade-mannheim-steamroller-and-a-new-holiday-village-round-out-universals-2010-holiday-offerings/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/11/06/meet-the-real-woman-behind-howl-o-screams-sylvie/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/11/06/meet-the-real-woman-behind-howl-o-screams-sylvie/#comments Sat, 06 Nov 2010 14:23:17 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7564 Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream fans know her as Sylvie, the female lead of the killer rock band MyX, who ripped her cheating boyfriend’s fingers off before killing him. While really a rocker, the real woman behind the Sylvie character is much more likable. Meet Kelly Riot. Howl-O-Scream usually features an different icon each year. 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