Disney Imagineer describes the Galaxarium - the first scene at 'Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind'

Imagineer Zach Riddley has taken to Instagram to explain more about the Galaxarium - the first scene at EPCOT's 'Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind.'

Galaxarium in Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind

The plantarium-like exhibit is where the attraction begins, and it offers a 30 minute long show in the queue area - including some nods to EPCOT's history.

Zach said:

As you may have seen, earlier this week we were able to invite a small group of guests to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT for a sneak peek of the Galaxarium inside the Wonders of Xandar pavilion. This is our first scene, where the story of EPCOT and the story of Xandar come together, and set us up for our grand adventure. It has been incredible to see this space go truly from sketch to reality over the past several years. Walking this breathtaking “space” is a reminder of the hard work and passion our team of Imagineers have devoted to bring this first-of-its-kind experience to EPCOT.

Building off the legacy of EPCOT as a place where discovery and curiosity comes to life, The Galaxarium is a planetarium-like exhibition where Guests will first be introduced to Xandar and the many similarities we share with our Xandarian visitors. This over 30-minute show begins to touch on both planets and how the Xandarian galaxy, the Andromeda Galaxy, is similar to our own, showcasing the real science behind the formation of galaxies and solar systems. As you make your way through the Galaxarium, you’ll be able to glimpse the Xandar Gallery ahead… where we will learn more about Xandar and its people, protectors, and heroes!

This space is really dynamic, organized around a radial grid where Guests rise an entire level with sinuous ramping, allowing you to take in the media on the dome above from many vantage points. The lighting and architectural elements echo the color and aesthetic of Xandar and give a great mood to our first act of this attraction. I cannot wait for Guests to experience this space for themselves, and all that awaits beyond - including some wonderful nods to EPCOT history that I know our favorite EPCOT fans will enjoy.

Galaxarium in Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind