Author: Jonathan Green

Update: October 12, 2014 – Passes that have been purchased or initially used after October 1, 2014 are no longer eligible for the birthday program, Inside Universal has learned. The birthday program, which mailed annual pass holders a complimentary ticket during their birthday month, allowed the annual pass holder and a friend to attend the park for free. August 2, 2014 – Universal Studios Hollywood has begun the process of revamping the annual pass program and its benefits, Inside Universal has learned. In a surprising move, Universal has reduced the food and merchandise discount for Premium Star Pass holders from…

July 18, 2014 – In an effort to bolster its summer entertainment offerings inside Universal Plaza, Universal has added a new stage show titled CityBeat. The sixteen-minute a cappella interactive song and dance show brings together five talented artists and harmonizes them into one group – with three of the five singers are vying to win a singing competition. Audience members are selected to come on stage and to spin the wheel that will decide what category of song the group be singing. The categories include – Party Rock Anthems, Hate 2 Love, You Choose, Throw Back, Movie Theme Songs,…

April 13, 2014 – As Inside Universal reported last week, Universal Studios Hollywood has completed the finishing touches on a new quick service restaurant dubbed Theatre Cafe. Taking place of the Hollywood Shoppe gift shop, the new eatery was unveiled last Friday as Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem was unveiled to members of the media and public. The new eatery provides healthy food options that include freshly made sandwiches, gourmet salads, specialty wraps, sushi and hot entrées. Guests will also find an assortment of snacks such as fruits, chips and cookies. There is limited seating inside Theatre Café, although Universal has…