Over 75,000 shows. Millions of guests. And 13 years of continuous operation. December 31, 2012 December 31, 2012 started off like a relatively normal day. Besides a few announcements here and there at the park’s opening, Universal Studios Hollywood – for the most part – didn’t raise a fuss about Terminator’s last performance, or even its last day. The only anomaly? A steady stream of employees (past and present) making their way alongside the Globe Theater as the cast and crew and their friends and families took their last photos in front of the facade in broad daylight. But for…
Author: Jon Fu
As part of our continuing coverage of Terminator 2:3D at Universal Studios Hollywood, we’re going to take an inside look at Cyberdyne Systems – America’s leader in defense technology and consumer products. Let’s get started. Entrance Before we get started, let’s talk about that entrance. Many of you are probably familiar with Terminator 2:3D’s iconic blue glow – especially at night – typically at the end of Baker Street or at the corner of Coke Soak. Interestingly enough, that blue glow has a fascinating story. Unlike Terminator 2:3D at Universal Studios Florida and at Universal Studios Japan, Universal Studios Hollywood…
» Harry Potter Slated for 2016: Rumors seem to be flying around this season. Anyhow, we’ve been getting word that 2016 is the new date for the Harry Potter expansion at Universal Studios Hollywood. While the project has always been announced, no official date has ever been finalized. More on this in the coming days, but I wouldn’t be surprised if that deadline happens to be pushed back – especially given California’s notorious laws and regulations when it comes to major construction projects. On that note… » Despicable Me Ride to Open Early 2013 We’re also hearing word that Despicable…
December 7, 2012 – Hello everyone! Jon here, and we’re back with another update from Universal Studios Hollywood (it took long enough!) – this time covering Grinchmas’ annual “Who-Manitarian of the Year Award,” which was awarded to Betty White for her contributions to animal welfare! Chris and his crew covered the event, so let’s see what they brought along. Here we go! Feels good seeing the classic Universal uniglobe again. I’ll tell you, I wouldn’t trade this for the world. They’ve spruced up the arch this year – a small improvement from last year’s design. I’m told it looks spectacular…
December 2, 2012 – Rumors have recently emerged that Universal Studios Hollywood, or perhaps more specifically Comcast, are both planning to purchase the Lakeside Golf Club in Burbank in an effort to expand the production studio and theme park. While rumors have long been rampant about the possible acquisition of the golf course formerly owned by Bob Hope, recent rumors have been spurred by NBCUniversal’s planned Universal Vision alongside news about Harry Potter’s introduction into the park. What follows is an effort to examine the validity of these rumors. » Why it could happen: “Simply put, Universal Studios Hollywood needs…
November 22, 2012 – Hey everyone! We’re back – this time with an update from Universal Studios Singapore’s “New York” section, home to Lights, Camera, Action! So without further ado, let’s get started! So as you can see, New York City pretty much resembles its counterpart at Universal Studios Florida – but smaller. Much smaller. To the left, you have Lights, Camera, Action! – a Backdraft/Twister like show that features a demonstration of a large scale hurricane hitting New York. …and to the right, you have more of the New York City facade. Let’s head in! So like Disaster/Twister/Backdraft, guests…
November 23, 2012 – Hello everyone. We’re back with another update from Universal Studios Singapore, this time covering “Sci-Fi City” – home to Transformers, Battlestar Galactica, and Accelerator. Here we go! Here it is: the transition from New York City into Sci-Fi City. One of many information boards within the park. Good in theory, but bad in practice. Unlike the information boards at Universal Studios Hollywood, Singapore’s display boards rotate between in-park promotions, show times and wait times. God forbid if you missed something that you needed, which usually meant waiting around five minutes to have that same piece of…
November 23, 2012 – Guten tag! Jon here, and I’m back with another update from Universal Studios Singapore – this time covering “Ancient Egypt”, home to Treasure Hunters and Revenge of the Mummy. So, here we go! Hmm. The mummy on the right looks familiar. Two for one sale for all Universal parks? More elaborate Mummy theming. Universal Studios Singapore definitely entrenched themselves in the Mummy theme, and not the Mummy/studio mix Universal Studios Florida has going on within their park. Hollywood, on the other hand…well…we’re not exactly sure what Hollywood’s theme was/is. The entrance of Ancient Egypt. I’m not…
November 25, 2012 – Hey! Jon here, and we’re back with another update from Universal Studios Singapore – this time, covering “The Lost World”, host to Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure, Canopy Flyer, Dino-Soarin and WaterWorld. So, let’s move on to the photos! Here we are! Welcome to Jurassic Park! (and WaterWorld as well, but that’s another story) Pathway from Ancient Egypt to Jurassic Park. They had speakers hidden in some of the molded dinosaur faces. Pretty clever, if you ask me. The main entrance for Jurassic Park. But before we head into Jurassic Park, let’s first focus on WaterWorld. Unlike…
Inside Universal is giving away two free tickets for the final performances of Terminator 2:3D on December 31, 2012 (or the next convenient date of your choice*). Find out how to win below. Contest Description Inside Universal is giving away 2 free admission tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood for the final performances of Terminator 2:3D (or a date of your choice – depending on your schedule*). The instructions are simple: answer a series of weekly questions posted on our forum through the month of November. Contestants must register and become a member to post their responses in a designated forum,…