I can find no love for WoC. And I went with zero expectations. The seating/standing arrangements are dismal. They make HS Fantasmic seating seem admirable. I chalked it up to newbie ignorance however, everyone around me appeared mesmerized by the whole event even when it appeared they could see nothing of the show. I even had a FP for optimal viewing, or so I thought. Ultimately I walked away early feeling disgruntled. It was then I discovered how much better the show is from a distance, looking down versus standing behind hundreds of people at eye level.

Overall, it was a wonderful first time experience for me last summer. I agree with most of your other assessments. I think all fans, if able, should visit CA and FL for comparisons. :-)