Wizarding World - Diagon Alley Discussion - Part 2

[UNIrd]

^ I doubt anything is really broken down... I think they aren't comfortable having it publicly reviewed just yet... for a myriad of reasons.

I hope they get to ride tomorrow. If not, I guess they'll be invited back on July 7th?

 

[Voidfish]

So something tells me media might be riding Gringotts tomorrow. A few somethings, but this tweet:

See you tomorrow Gringotts and [HASHTAG]#DiagonAlley[/HASHTAG] - red carpet opening tonight @universalorl http://instagram.com/p/pZFEiUJpV6/

from @kjrwall (who's there as media) makes me hopeful.

I just. Want. Gringotts reactions.

 

[tjjwelch]

How do these red carpet things work? Will all the stars be visible? Or will regular guests not be able to see anything? Just got my annual pass and would consider running over tonight if there's a chance to see anything/anyone?

 

[Tbad556]

"Riding the Hogwarts Express is absolutely phenomenally fantastically incredible. It's real life. pic.twitter.com/vCUXEXvueN" - https://twitter.com/RyanMonette/status/479300500077035520

 

[Teebin]

How do these red carpet things work? Will all the stars be visible? Or will regular guests not be able to see anything? Just got my annual pass and would consider running over tonight if there's a chance to see anything/anyone?

You might have a better chance of seeing a few of the stars later in Citywalk... out to dinner or drinks etc. Forget seeing them in London.

 

[Voidfish]

Alright, asked the twitter dude and he said "they're still running through technical runs so we don't know yet."

Cautious optimism sounds good.

 

[zeusnexus]

So something tells me media might be riding Gringotts tomorrow. A few somethings, but this tweet:

from @kjrwall (who's there as media) makes me hopeful.

I just. Want. Gringotts reactions.

Ditto ravenclawdia! Sux that the belle of the ball (Escape from Gringotts) may not be ready for the media. Persistent rumors about technical difficulties are swirling in the Twitterverse. In other news...Steven Spielberg was spotted walking into Kings Cross Station. How cool!

Edit: One rumor says that Gringotts broke down with Angelina Jolie and her children on board last night. LMAO.

 

[wizwit]

Edit: One rumor says that Gringotts broke down with Angelina Jolie and her children on board last night. LMAO.

Karma, Malificient.

 

[Felipe]

I realized that! But this is my first time seeing that footage

I believe we have some of that posted here: http://www.orlandounited.com/forums...otter-and-the-Escape-from-Gringotts-(SPOILERS!) :thumbs:

Ive been told there are no restrooms inside Diagon Alley. Hows that gonna work when there's a line to get into the area and junior has to go once they get inside?

The facilities are marked by the blue rhombus-shaped signs seen on this pic from @UniversalORL:

"With an interactive wand, @alroker makes it rain at the @TODAYshow #DiagonAlleyPreview! #HarryPotterTODAY"

The restrooms are to the left of Magical Menagerie, which BTW!

@Evy_Lynch: "AND I JUST SAW A CRUMPLE HORNED SNORKACK FOR REALS AND PAID MY RESPECTS AND IT FEELS LIKE ENLIGHTENMENT."

 

[rhino4evr]

So many details. Really incredible how much Universal has stuffed into this single section of the park.

Man I wish I could have a private tour of this park. I'll never be able to see everything on one visit

 

[zeusnexus]

Honestly, the Hogwarts Express and Escape from Gringotts are STILL huge mysteries. Dying to see some REAL reviews!!!!!!

What's the queue like? How are the HE windows? What are the HE in-cabin effects like?

What is the Gringotts queue like? Is the elevator scene as much of a ride-within-a-ride as some insiders have postured? How does Gringotts compare to the world's other top attractions i.e. Transformers, Spiderman, Forbidden Journey, Mystic Manor, and Journey to the Center of the Earth? Will these rides further shame Disney especially considering that cast members who previewed the new Ratatouille ride in DLParis say it can't compete with Universal?

More, more, more. Tonight can't come soon enough lol...

 

[TylerDurden]

Remember that time everyone was absolutely sure this thing wouldn't be delayed

 

[Frogki]

Let's go further - remember the time half the board believed an HP expansion wouldn't happen, or that it would be "too much"?

 

[Vyrus]

I remember when we thought the Phase 2 of the expansion would happen where Kong is going now and the train ride would be behind JP between the two lands...at least we got one idea right :thumbs:

 

[wizwit]

Remember that time everyone was absolutely sure this thing wouldn't be delayed

I don't think it was "everyone".

 

[TylerDurden]

Let's go further - remember the time half the board believed an HP expansion wouldn't happen, or that it would be "too much"?

Probably the same people who aggressively shot down everyone who gave earnest information they had heard that the land was behind.

Im actually pretty glad, though. I'll be out of town for the next ten days...I know now that I should be able to squeeze in some soft openings by the time I get back.

 

[wizwit]

Remember that time everyone was absolutely sure this thing wouldn't be delayed

Let's go further - remember the time half the board believed an HP expansion wouldn't happen, or that it would be "too much"?

I dont know that it was "half the board"......

 

[Teebin]

You might have a better chance of seeing a few of the stars later in Citywalk... out to dinner or drinks etc. Forget seeing them in London.

Ooops... my bad. They are out in London right now...

per https://twitter.com/fictionalley
Helena Bonham-Carter, @Mattdavelewis @TomFelton @WarwickADavis & Thierry Coup

 

[Tbad556]

Has this been posted yet?

[video=youtube;ZlZZGoAoZ_8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlZZGoAoZ_8[/video]

 

[Teebin]

Interesting to hear the rumor of Spielberg being on site, considering he was considered for the Potter films and rejected by JKR. (as I have come to understand it)