Diagon Alley Soft Opening Watch

[Eckert]

A friendly house elf has informed that they have Diagon shifts on the 15 and 16 that are until 11:45. TM Previews?

 

[Shellemonster]

It could be previews or it could be VIP ride reaction filming or some such nonsense. I like your guess though.

 

[Teebin]

Update: Word has it that WB is on site in force today reviewing everything, with the sole purpose of clearing each item as ready for primetime.

Tomorrow night is a private event in Diagon for Comcast employees only. (clarification, it is probably a Comcast hosted event... for any of the VIPs from various entities.)

Another private event is scheduled for Friday night, also in Diagon. (anyone know what this is about?)

(sorry if any or all of this is already known, I just wanted it out there if not.)

 

[Parkscope Joe]

Update: Word has it that WB is on site in force today reviewing everything, with the sole purpose of clearing each item as ready for primetime.

Tomorrow night is a private event in Diagon for Comcast employees only.

Another private event is scheduled for Friday night, also in Diagon.

(sorry if any or all of this is already known, I just wanted it out there if not.)

Thanks Teebs. So TMs probably Thursday night and Friday morning, the maybe softs this weekend/next week?

 

[Teebin]

Duh, sometime I miss the forest for the trees. Theoretically, the press will ride Gringotts, correct? Will they be cleared to review everything in writing or will there be restrictions. I really look forward to sharp reviews of HE and Gringotts.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

Duh, sometime I miss the forest for the trees. Theoretically, the press will ride Gringotts, correct? Will they be cleared to review everything in writing or will there be restrictions. I really look forward to sharp reviews of HE and Gringotts.

VIP winners were told they'd ride Gringotts. Now I'm curious on your choice of wording...

 

[Teebin]

VIP winners were told they'd ride Gringotts. Now I'm curious on your choice of wording...

Not at all. By sharp, I meant critically well thought out and sans pixie dust. That's all.

 

[UNIrd]

I'll take any review at this point. Any kind of real confirmation that this thing has had humans on it that didn't help create it.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

I'll take any review at this point. Any kind of real confirmation that this thing has had humans on it that didn't help create it.

It has. For awhile.

 

[UNIrd]

It has. For awhile.

Who?

 

[Skubersky]

I've heard conflicting things about whether We'll be able to ride Gingotts on Wed night. Guess I'll find out in about 50 hours...

 

[Teebin]

^ Just who I was looking to hear from. Thanks!

 

[freediverdude]

Jesus, they're not even telling the press whether they'll be able to ride the main attraction 2 days before the event?? Talk about keeping this under wraps...

 

[mbrou24]

Jesus, they're not even telling the press whether they'll be able to ride the main attraction 2 days before the event?? Talk about keeping this under wraps...

Or not knowing themselves

 

[Parkscope Joe]

I think they know but are non committal right now.

 

[Miketheboss]

So will D.A be featured on the tonight show today?

 

[Gambit]

So will D.A be featured on the tonight show today?

According to Inside the Magic, yes. Fire breathing dragon and all apparently!

 

[Skubersky]

Some key excepts from the media itinerary I got tonight:

Wed 6/18
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.​
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley Preview Event
• The event includes a red carpet featuring Harry Potter film stars, starting at 7 p.m. Upon arrival to the event location, you will be directed to set on a platform to watch the red carpet arrivals, and also an exciting “moment” featuring Harry Potter film stars.
• After the “moment,” you can enjoy a reception inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. Please note that all camera equipment must remain on the media platform during the reception.

Thurs 6/19
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.​
Media Day in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley
• You will attend a Q&A session with Harry Potter film stars and members of Universal Creative.
• During this period you will also have exclusive access to Diagon Alley and all of its experiences so you can capture additional information and images for your story.
• Lunch will be provided at Leaky Cauldron.

 

[Panagiota]

You also write articles on Touring Plans?

 

[Sideshow Mike]

Some key excepts from the media itinerary I got tonight:

Wed 6/18
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.​
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley Preview Event
• The event includes a red carpet featuring Harry Potter film stars, starting at 7 p.m. Upon arrival to the event location, you will be directed to set on a platform to watch the red carpet arrivals, and also an exciting “moment” featuring Harry Potter film stars.
• After the “moment,” you can enjoy a reception inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley. Please note that all camera equipment must remain on the media platform during the reception.

Thurs 6/19
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.​
Media Day in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley
• You will attend a Q&A session with Harry Potter film stars and members of Universal Creative.
• During this period you will also have exclusive access to Diagon Alley and all of its experiences so you can capture additional information and images for your story.
• Lunch will be provided at Leaky Cauldron.

Is there a private event happening Thursday night? Or is it Friday?