Tidbits
March 2010




New House for the Mouse

3/24/10 Town Square Exposition Hall has been internally to undergo major renovations beginning April 2, 2010 in order convert the theater space into new Meet & Greet areas. As a result of the renovations, the AAA Storytime Experience event will be offered at a new location in Epcot starting April 2nd. The retail location at the front of Expoition Hall is expected to remain open during the renovations.

2/7/10 Character Cast have reported that the Meet & Greet locations for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will move from Towntown Fair to the Exposition Hall in Town Square at the Magic Kingdom by Late Spring 2010. It has additionally been reported that temporary Meet & Greet locations will be set up in the Exposition Hall for the Fairy and Princess Meet & Greets while Fantasyland construction progresses. Although few details have been reported about the new permanent and temporary locations, it has been reported that they will replace the existing movie theaters located inside the building.

Sing’n a New Tune

3/24/10 At the end of February 2010, the Magic Kingdom debuted a new Frontierland Hoedown. The revised entertainment offering reportedly features new music and has added Bre’r Fox to the existing cast of dancers, Br’er Bear, Br’er Rabbit and several of the Country Bears. The revised show is currently scheduled at 9:30 am, 10:30 and 11:30 am daily.

Showcasing New Tastes

3/24/10 As construction continues for the new Cantina de San Angel, it has become apparent that a pier will be constructed that protrudes into World Showcase lagoon. While the outdoor seating area for the new location was initially speculated to add a new viewing location for Illuminations, it has been more recently speculated that the pier area may intrude on the fall-out zone for the nightly fireworks and only be available for day-time seating. Such use of this area has not been confirmed by an official announcement, but is being speculated by some Cast Members.

Fantasyland Fall-Out

3/24/10 As a result of impending renovations, several Fantasyland Meet & Greets will reportedly move to new locations in Early May. Character Cast have reported that effective May 9, 2010, the Ariel Meet and Greet will move to the Advenutreland Veranda, the Snow White Meet and Greet will move to the Cinderella Castle Wishing Well, and the Winnie the Pooh & Friends Meet & Greet will move to Town Square. The Snow White and Winnie the Pooh Meet & Greets are reportedly expected to remain mostly unchanged; however; Ariel will be reportedly appearing in her human form and will also be joined by Prince Eric. As a result of these moves, the existing Stitch and Chip ‘n Dale Meet & Greets will move to Tommorowland. Lilo will reportedly be retired from daily Meet & Greets at the Magic Kingdom as a result of these changes. Seemingly unrelated to these changes, but also reportedly effective May 9th, Goofy will move from daily Meet & Greet appearances in Frontierland to Caribbean Plaza.

Epicurean Expansion

3/24/10 From March 25th to April 20, 2010 the Diamond Horseshoe Saloon will be open for Lunch 11:00 am – 4:00 pm daily. The location will also serve Dinner on from March 25th to April 7th, 2010 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm daily. The Dinner has been officially described as a “western cuisine” all-you-care-to-eat meal.

Character Changes

3/24/10 Character Cast have reported that line-up for the Sorcerer Hat Meet & Greet’s will be expanded in Late Spring 2010. Cast have reported that Piglet, Winnie the Pooh and Stitch will begin regularly appearing at the Meet & Greet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in May.

Lights, Camera, Menu

3/24/10 The Studios Catering Company re-opened a few days early from its recent refurbishment. In addition to new equipment added to the kitchen, the counter-service location is now boasting a new menu. The location now offers a Ham & Turkey Deli Sandwich, a Chicken Caesar Wrap, a Buffulo Chicken Sandwich, a Turkey Club Sandwich, a Grilled Vegtable Cibatta Sandwich, and a Greek Salad as entrée options priced $6.49 - $8.29. The sandwiches are served with a choice of French fries or apple slices. The location offers slices of choclate fudge cake and marble cheescake for dessert priced at $3.59. The location offers Kid’s Pick chicken Nuggets and Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Meals priced at $4.99.

Living with Changes

3/24/10 Living with the Land has unveiled a new feature that was originally planned to be installed prior to re-opening from its most recent refurbishment. A babbling brook has been added to the first green house. The new water feature was installed during the third shift work period and did not affect the operation of the attraction.

The Buffet is Back

3/24/10 It has been internally announced that the Wishes Dessert Party will return from hiatus on March 28, 2010. Booking for this event is not yet available, but it is expected to be added into the reservation system by Friday. It has yet to be confirmed, what new features (if any) the recent renovations of this area have added.