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Eyes and Ears confirms Horizons closing

The Walt Disney World Cast Member newsletter, Eyes and Ears, has confirmed that Horizons at Epcot will close on January 9, 1999, presumably to make way for the space pavilion to…

· Dec 31, 1998

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Test Track soft openings continue

Soft opening previews continue, although it is proving very hard to be sure when! Evenings have been generally the most popular time, but early mornings (8am) have also taken…

· Dec 29, 1998

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Horizons set to permanently close

Now that Test Track is approaching full public opening there is sad news for fans of Horizons. Rumours indicate that Horizons may close as early as January 9, 1998 to make way for…

· Dec 23, 1998

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David Copperfield project to be cancelled

Rumours indicate that the whole David Copperfield project has been aborted. This follows the failure of the first project in New York. The giant poster outside Disney Studios has…

· Dec 15, 1998

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Comments from a Test Track opening crew Cast Member

I've been on the test and adjust team since the end of October. During that time Test Track has really come a long way. Thursday night / Friday morning during Graveyard we…

· Dec 12, 1998

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Testt Track Imagineering party held last night

The Imagineer Test Track Party happened last night. 23 cars ran without many problems from 11pm to 5am. Disney and GM officials ride today. The blue surrounding wall is back to…

· Dec 11, 1998

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Officials comment on replacing 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

At the Magic Kingdom, replacing 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea -- which closed three years ago is a major priority. "It's a very valuable piece of property," says Paul Osterhout…

· Dec 05, 1998

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Eyes and Ears Cast Member newsletter confirms preview dates

According to CMs Eyes&Ears newsletter. Cast Member preview December 12-13 from 9am until 4pm, and December 14-16 from 8pm until 1am. It will open to guests later December, and the…

· Nov 26, 1998

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New Star Tours to perhaps be 3D

Rumours suggest that as well as the new film, a whole new simulator engine will be installed, possibly 3D.

· Nov 20, 1998

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New Star Tours to perhaps be 3D

Rumours suggest that as well as the new film, a whole new simulator engine will be installed, possibly 3D.

· Nov 20, 1998

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SpectroMagic taking a break to allow for a return of Main Street Electrical Parade

The last showing of SpectroMagic is on May 21 1999, and MSEP starts nightly on May 28 1999. A captivating display of more than 700,000 twinkling bulbs returns to the streets of…

· Nov 03, 1998

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Press Release - The original Main Street Electrical Parade from Disneyland heading to Walt Disney World

Street lights faded along Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, leaving the curbside audience in dark anticipation. Then an electronically created voice…

· Nov 03, 1998

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Journey Into Imagination to be reworked into new attarction

The Journey Into Imagination pavilion presented by Kodak at the Walt Disney World Epcot theme park will feature a brand new ride-through attraction in October 1999. Described by…

· Nov 01, 1998

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Test Track opening date speculation

The latest rumoured opening dates. December 11th 1998 CM Preview December 18th 1998 Public Opening

· Nov 01, 1998

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Test Track interior tour report

Chris Caines was lucky enough to take a tour around the inside of Test Track, and gave us this excellent report of what we can expect! Yes, I was fortunate enough to be able to…

· Oct 27, 1998

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George Lucas and Disney discussing refurbishment of Star Tours

Filmmaker George Lucas is considering making a short film based on his upcoming "Star Wars" trilogy of "prequels" as part of an updated Star Wars simulation ride at Walt Disney…

· Oct 23, 1998

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Walls removed around the Test Track entry area

Today more sightings of activity at Test Track! The blue wall removed earlier has now been replaced with just a single rope around the entrance. A new sign has also been…

· Oct 22, 1998

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Rock n Roller Coaster now totally enclosed

Rock n Roller is now completely enclosed in a light colored building, much like the other backstage buildings at Disney Studios. It is very hard to tell there is even a coaster in…

· Oct 21, 1998

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Disney-MGM getting a major makeover on the eve of its 10th anniversary

Disney-MGM is getting a major makeover on the eve of its 10th anniversary, adding new rides and attractions designed to lure more teens and keep visitors in the park longer each…

· Oct 21, 1998

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Test Track opening date speculation

Recent reports indicate a December 1998 opening. The blue surround around the attraction is being moved, the GM information booth has been removed, and CMs have been recruited…

· Oct 21, 1998

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New drop profile coming to the Tower of Terror?

Tower of Terror is rumored to have a new drop profile and new effects to open in May 1999.

· Oct 20, 1998

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Journey into Imagination closed for major refurbishment

Journey into Imagination has now closed to begin a major refurbishment. The Journey Into Imagination pavilion presented by Kodak at the Walt Disney World Epcot theme park will…

· Oct 10, 1998

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Rock n Roller Coaster expected to open in July 1999

The VP of Disney-MGM Studios said at the opening of the Fantasmic! previews that Rock-n-Roller Coaster will open in July 1999.

· Oct 09, 1998

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20,000 League replacement speculation

Following 20 000 leagues closing a couple of years ago, the lagoon has been sitting empty begging for a new attraction. Well it seems that finally the Imagineers have found a…

· Oct 01, 1998

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Fantasmic preview performance schedule

The public opening of Fantasmic! has been moved from Oct 1 to Oct 15. The preview performances for annual pass holders originally scheduled for Sep 25-27 has been moved back to…

· Sep 10, 1998

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'Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail' renamed to 'Pangani Forest Exploration Trail'

Today the 'Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail' has been renamed to 'Pangani Forest Exploration Trail' to better represent the wider collection of animals found on the trail.

· Jul 27, 1998 | 9am EST

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Rock n Roller Coaster launch building underway

The high speed launch tunnel is now being built.

· Jul 10, 1998

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Rock n Roller Coaster show building underway

Now the track is complete, work focuses on the building of the surrounding show building.

· Jul 02, 1998

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Rock n Roller Coaster main track complete

The main track sections are now fully installed.

· Jun 25, 1998

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Aerosmith confirm to be part of the project

Aerosmith gave an interview at the Grammy's where they said their latest project is a working with Disney on an upcoming attraction. Looks good for Aerosmith for the RnR sound…

· Mar 02, 1998

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