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| Mardi Gras 2008 @ Universal Studios |
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Let the music move you at another year of Universal's Mardi Gras. Every saturday from February 2nd to April 19th! Catch beads during the Mardi Gras parade then see a performance from one of your favorite artists such as: LL Cool J, Gretchen Wilson, Third Eye Blind, Heart and more!
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| DISASTER! A Major Motion Picture Ride |
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DISASTER! A Major Motion Picture Ride is now open. This attraction has replaced Earthquake - The Big One. DISASTER! stars Christopher Walken, The Rock, and you!
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| The Wizarding World of Harry Potter opening 2009 |
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Harry Potter is coming to Islands of Adventure in late 2009. 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter' is going to be a theme park within a theme park. Featuring new park areas, attractions, shops, and more!
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| Simpsons Ride opening Spring 2008 |
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Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie Simpson – stars of TV’s longest running series – will ride along with guests in a new mega-attraction opening at Universal Orlando Resort in Spring 2008.
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| Blue Man Group - Now Open at CityWalk! |
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The Blue Man Group is finally here at Universal's CityWalk! The show combines music, special theatrics, colorful lights, and interactive toilet paper. Yes, interactive toilet paper.
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Site Updates & Articles:
Saturday, January 19 -- DISASTER! Grand Opening
On Thursday, January 17th, 2008 Universal Orlando opened their latest attraction -- DISASTER! A Major Motion Picture...Starring You!
Universal Ignited was invited to the event, and boy did we deliver. We have over 30 pictures of the opening, a video of the ceremony and interviews with Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson and Bill Davis, the CEO of Universal Orlando himself.
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Friday, January 4 -- New Year's Day 2008
2008 is finally here and what a better way to ring in the new year then a trip to Universal Orlando. I went on New Year's Day and got to visit DISASTER! during its "Technical Rehearsal" a construction update on the Simpsons Ride, Harry Potter, and videos of the Macy's Parade and Grinchmas! |
Sunday, December 9 -- Macy's Parade / Grinchmas 2007
On December 8th I went to Universal Orlando for their holiday festivities. Not only did I see Grinchmas and the Macy's Holiday Parade but there was TONS of action flying around elsewhere, too. Do not miss this update! |
Sunday, December 2 -- Halloween Horror Night's 17
Yes, I know it is December and everyone is out of there 'Halloween' mood. However, if you'd like, take a step back through time and re-live Halloween Horror Night's 2007! |
Wednesday, August 1 -- A Summer of Horror
Nearing the end of summer, construction for Halloween Horror Night's 17 is in full swing around the park. Also, some updates to the 'Simpsons' construction wall and a major photo op has been removed from the park. Find out which at the end of the update. |
Friday, June 22 -- Summer Fun
Inside this update, you will see the 'Now Open' Blue Man Group show, HydroAction Ski Show rehearsals, Universal 360 setup, attraction changes and more! |
Wednesday, June 6 -- Universal Ignited Podcast
The Universal Ignited Podcast is finally online. Production on futher episodes are in full swing! The Podcast gives listeners insight into what's happening at Universal Orlando + Exclusive Interviews with resort employees, and other Univesal fans!
New episodes air every Tuesday!
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Tuesday, April 24 -- Mardi Gras
This update features a few photos of the Portofino Bay Hotel during the day/night and pictures of KC and The Sunshine Band performing at Mardi Gras on April 14th, 2007. |
Tuesday, April 3 -- Spring Break
This update features TONS of photos, from the Hard Rock Hotel refurbishment, Blue Man Group, Ellen Degeneres Show, Back to the Future closing, and more! You don't want to skip this update! |
Sunday, January 28 -- Macy's Parade & Blue Man Group
Finally, my update from January 1st, 2007 is online. It features Blue Man Group construction, and complete coverage on the 2006 holiday festivites around Universal Orlando Resort! |
Friday, December 29 -- Interview with Mike Aiello
Director and one of the writers of this year's Bill and Ted's Excellent Halloween Adventure sits down with Universal Ignited to answer questions about this years show! |
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