If you’re not an American Idol fan, don’t stop reading quite yet, as you might be surprised with my thoughts about this new attraction. Before I walk you through my tour from earlier today via photos, here are a few quick reactions: 1. The American Idol Experience is quite entertaining. I watch American Idol on [...]

Here’s a look at the complete audition process for Disney’s American Idol Experience: httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjbuMXxEWnI The attraction officially opens on February 14 but is currently open in a “test and adjust” phase. 

With a combined total of more than 300 million records sold and a dozen Grammy Awards, this year’s Mardi Gras line-up at Universal Studios features 13 of the most popular names in pop, rock, R&B, country, hip-hop and more. Guests will experience a Mardi Gras concert series with performances by Billboard Chart-topper Ne-Yo, “American Idol” [...]

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LubG1vP118 Happy Holidays from Orlando Attractions Magazine. Thanks to freelance videographer Matthew Pezzula.

The opening of the new American Idol Experience attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been pushed back to mid-February with possible Walt Disney World Annual Passholder previews near the end of January. A sneak preview of the inside of the Idol theater and audition areas was offered to Passholders today (Dec. 14, 2008) during which [...]

On Saturday, December 6th, 2008, Mannheim Steamroller held two concerts inside the Universal Studios Orlando theme park, free for all park guests. Mannheim Steamroller had previously recorded the music for Universal’s annual Grinchmas Musical. During the recent concert, the group performed with the ‘uncostumed’ cast of the musical, including the Grinch, seen in the video [...]

Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Rob Thomas visited Disney World during Thanksgiving weekend. Thomas, known for his solo hits as well as being the lead vocalist for the group “Matchbox Twenty,” vacations at Walt Disney World each Thanksgiving weekend with his wife Marisol and son Maison (age 10).

Silver Springs General Manager Terry Turner and Cypress Garden’s Co-Owner Rob Harper have announced that Cypress Garden’s season passholders will receive free admission to Silver Springs during their Festival of Lights. Silver Springs 16th annual Festival of Lights runs Dec. 5 and 6, 12 to 24, and 26 and 27. Cypress Gardens passholders, during the [...]

At Islands of Adventure, The Grinch and The Whos from Whoville will sing their hearts out about the true meaning of Christmas in the park’s special holiday Grinchmas show – featuring music specially created by holiday music sensation Mannheim Steamroller. Just one park over, guests will line the streets of Universal Studios to see the [...]

Here’s a short photo update from Disney’s Hollywood Studios taken during my visit this evening. We arrived just in time to see the last performance of the brand new High School Musical 3: Senior Year, Right Here, Right Now! The performance runs the same as the last one, heading down Hollywood Boulevard a few times [...]

Joey Fatone visited Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with family and friends Thursday night. Best known as a member of ‘N Sync, a competitor on Dancing with the Stars and as the host of The Singing Bee and Celebrity Circus, Fatone found some new fans in Howl-O-Scream’s famous Naughty Nurses and the rest of [...]

Singer and actor Lance Bass and his “Dancing with the Stars” professional dance partner Lacey Schwimmer got into the Halloween spirit and kicked up their heels yesterday in the Magic Kingdom. The pair is one of seven couples remaining on the current season of the popular ABC-TV dance competition show.

Small town southern boy Billy Currington will be performing his list of country hits at Cypress Gardens tomorrow starting at 7:30 p.m. The concert is included with park admission. Currington’s southern country sound has been described as “blues tinged” and “soulful.” Although Currington started writing songs and playing the guitar as a teenager, his debut [...]

Latin singer, songwriter and multiple Grammy Award-winner Gloria Estefan came face to face with a creature of the night at Halloween Horror Nights 18 when she visited Universal Orlando Resort with her family on Oct. 18.

Celebrating 50 Years of NASA, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex kicks off the anniversary celebration at 7 p.m. this Saturday. Enjoy a performance by the Grammy Award winning band Survivor, followed by a spectacular fireworks show – live in the Rocket Garden. Upcoming concerts include: The Guess Who – Saturday, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. [...]

Are you between 12 and 21? Do you dance? Are you the one that everyone watches on the dance floor? Are you ready for a bigger stage? A new TV show is looking for the look, the moves, and the personality that can make you a household name. A new dance party show will be [...]

Contemporary Christian artist Matthew West at Hollywood Studios. Contemporary Christian music fans will have a lot of choices to make this weekend as Universal Studios presents Rock the Universe 2008 and Disney’s Hollywood Studios holds Night of Joy 2008. The details from both events are below. If you’re planning on attending, we’re looking for pictures [...]

With one of the most important elections for our nation on the horizon, Gap and singer/songwriter Matt White are inviting Orlando shoppers to voice their passions by customizing a free Gap “Vote For__” T-shirt tomorrow (Labor Day) from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. while supplies last. Whether it’s Walt Disney World, Universal Studios or SeaWorld, [...]

Universal Studios Orlando is currently building a new roller coaster called Hollywood Rip Ride, Rockit. While riding the coaster, you’ll be able to choose from a list of songs to listen to. You’re also video recorded while on the ride and will have the option edit and buy a copy of the song after your [...]

We previously posted photos from this year’s Hot Import Nights event which took place on July 19. Now, here’s a video summary of the event: Visit our Videos page to download high-resolution versions of this video.