jedimaster1227 Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 After a very long wait (and a very publicly announced hype), I was finally able to see Blue Man Group in their new show at Universal Studios Orlando. Now, let me start by saying that my first time seeing the show was in New York at the Astor Plaza Theater. At that location, the theater was small, but the show was incredible (what got me hooked on the Blue Man Group). Upon walking up to the Orlando theater, I noticed how different the former Nickelodeon Studios building looked (aside from the remaining paint on the left side of the building that has yet to be changed). I had watched its transformation from the time the Slime Vat was removed, and it felt very good being able to say that I was there for each step. Into the building, I noticed how nicely they had prepared the lobby. Equipped with bathrooms (which you will get to see and hear in the this TR), a merchandise stand, a concession stand and a wall filled with Sharp Aquos screens, it felt more than comfortable. Moving through the theater, I immediately noticed how much larger it was compared to the New York show's theater. Now I won't give away any of the features of the theater so as to not spoil anything, but let me say that they have done a great job with the design in all aspects that matter. Overall, the show was even better than it was when I first saw it, with new skits, funnier jokes and better tributes. I along with my family had a great time. Now, let me move onto the photos... (I'll add more photos tomorrow...) I had to get a picture with this guy, since I did when he was in the New York show. Here is the wall of Sharp Aquos screens... I knew I would be buying alot here! I was suprised that they allowed food and drink in the theater... They didn't in New York. My brother and I enjoy the show! Finally, the doors have opened! With a line out the door, the ticket sales were justified.. Our show was sold out, leaving some guests pretty disgruntled. Beautiful! (Except for the Sharp Aquos text they slapped on at the last minute...) Walking down the path towards the theater, I was already getting giddy! This lovely stand gives a great preview of the show... Seems like a normal bathroom right? Until you listen to the music... Blue Women... Blue Men... Its time to check out the bathroom! BMG Bathroom.AVI Listen to the odd bathroom music within Orlando's Blue Man Group Theater! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcjaco Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 I'm confused. Did you see the show in New York???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 A normal bathroom? Come on, wheres the tubes and such? Glad to hear your opinion on the Blue Man Group show. I saw them out in Vegas 5 years ago and I hope to see them again soon up at Universal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 21, 2007 Author Share Posted June 21, 2007 ^^Yes, I saw the show in New York, but this TR is about the show in Orlando. ^The bathroom definitely looked normal, but the background music was very strange. I am uploading the video now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Johnson Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 Hey thanks for posting this. I think that is it pretty cool that you can get your picture taken with the "drum crew" after every show. They are certainly a really important element of the show. Nice "theming" on the bathroom doors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnage Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 Did the bathroom give you blue balls? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 Taking pictures in a mens room? I hope I am not the only one who sees a problem with this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 ^Dorney Park actually has a sign posted in their front restrooms saying that it's against the rules to take photographs in there. I would've taken a picture of it, but I didn't want to get thrown out of the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterFanatic Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 ^ That is pretty much standard at all Cedar Fair parks. I always found it a little odd as most people wouldn't even think to take a picture there. Well ... maybe everybody except Chuck Berry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcjaco Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 If the bathroom was the highlight of the evening, perhaps this should of just not been posted???? Seems kind of silly. Now if one of the pictures were blurry, that'd be totally different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMorgan Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 If the bathroom was the highlight of the evening, perhaps this should of just not been posted???? Seems kind of silly. Now if one of the pictures were blurry, that'd be totally different. Um, what??? Why would you want to look at a trip report of blurry pictures? Anyways. Even though the bathroom appears normal, that music is indeed VERY strange. Can you imagine being the person who got the contract to produce that song? "Ya, hi. We're calling because we want you to write and record an original song for our bathroom at Universal Studios..." And to those hatin' on someone who took a picture inside a bathroom. GEEZ. There are entire websights for fans of bathroom fixtures around the world. Check this out: http://www.urinal.net/#gallery And back to the topic. I love Blue Man Group, too! I've seen it here in Berlin 4 times, (it helps that my best buddy is the technical director!) They recently moved from a larger theater to a more intimate venue here and changed the show somewhat, and I have to say I liked the "bigger show" better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browntggrr Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 Video of bathroom music. That is hilarious! Now when I go down there to see the show, the first stop will not be for a beer, but to check out the "facilities". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcjaco Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 Um, what??? Why would you want to look at a trip report of blurry pictures? And to those hatin' on someone who took a picture inside a bathroom. GEEZ. There are entire websights for fans of bathroom fixtures around the world. Check this out: http://www.urinal.net/#gallery Does anyone get sarcasm around here? Or a running joke? Jeez. Perhaps your lost. This is a Theme Park website, not a urinal fanboy website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 24, 2007 Author Share Posted June 24, 2007 ^I in no way imagined that by me posting a video of a strange but unique restroom, I would start a commotion. If it is unwelcome, then I am willing to remove it upon request. So now, onto the next [non-bathroom] related photos... The Universal Store had its Blue Man Group display set up and ready to show off... Even at night, this pathway is a great sight! Through this door you can see (not in this photo) the last remaining hints of the former Nickelodeon Studios including an escalator lined with hanging pictures of Nicktoons (like Debbie from the Wild Thornberries). Myself after the show, donning my "recycled headband." I like this mural on the wall! And to finish the Blue Man night, the family decided to get another great meal at our local Bubba Gumps! Two days later, I made my way on to Disney... Soarin's queue work was not visible due to the low lighting... Leave a Legacy seems to be going away soon... Finally, they have capped off the old topiary base with a plastic cover, replacing the old metal plate that was there for at least a year.... Haunted Mansion has been closed and blocked off. Suprisingly enough, the wall was well themed, even though it is temporary. The TTC has a mysterious box covering the entrance to one of the Resort Monorail lines... What?!?!? Just a little busy today right? Adam is such a tree-hugger... Hopefully, this mural won't be removed or altered when Spaceship Earth goes down for its rehab... Yes! A Jack-ball! This is awesome! Master Gracey left behind a message... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hattuchili Posted June 24, 2007 Share Posted June 24, 2007 Aww, I miss EPCOT... But great pictures. I saw the Blue Man Group a few years ago in Germany and it was awesome. So, thanks for posting. --Soren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 24, 2007 Author Share Posted June 24, 2007 Here are the next photos of the set... One of my favorite parts of Kumba is the quick run through the tunnel... This photo has been done before, but I never get tired of it! Busch Gardens uses a virtual queue system? Scorpian still runs smoothly, not showing its age at all. This shirt lists the main five coasters in the park, excluding Scorpian completely... My friend Andrew and I on Gwazi! Lots of advertisements around the park promote Sheikra's newest feature... Sheikra in all of its greatness! The station has recieved an upgrade with the barred "claws" and the station floors that retract. Passholders were given 1 hour ERT on Sheikra- giving us 6 rides in a row before the park opened! The entrance really looks nice today! Advertisements run along the road, showing the emphasis that the park made on Sheikra's upgrade. My final park visit of the set was a stop at Busch Gardens to see Sheikra as a new floorless coaster. Dinosaur (ghetto) World is on the way... Work on the animal enclosures continues in the Congo. The Congo has been ripped apart yet the bathrooms near the old Vivi Ice Cream stand remain... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 This is the last set of Busch Gardens photos (including Sheikra's E-stop and Evacuation). The bridge from the former setup is still there? Sheikra still dominates the park's skyline. I've never seen a band perform in Busch Gardens before! Kumba is still one of my favorite coasters in the park! Phoenix is a short and tight-of-breath ride, but it is still fun if you like real hang-time in a ride... The Sky Ride still runs perfectly- a great kick in the shin towards Disney's removal of their systems! A meal at Crown Colony is a tradition for me! Especially the use of the cable car at the top of the lift hill... It was interesting to see the evacuation procedures... All trains on rotation were stopped in their positions (including one at the top of the lift hill). The emergency platforms were laid out on the track so riders could be evacuated from the ride. So... Just when you thought that Sheikra ran smoothly, it came time for an E-stop... I left Busch Gardens Africa with this small find... One of these things is not like the other, one of these things does not belong and its __________! Another first came by Scorpion when I saw my first walk-around character at Busch Gardens... I didn't realize how wet we would get on the ride. When they warned you about getting soaked, they meant it! Finally, it came time for me to ride the Tidal Wave for my first time ever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemmy Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 No Montu I'm sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 ^Oops! I forgot about the minor thing I noticed about Montu during my visit... Here you go! Here are the old style covers... Montu is running trains with the new and old style covers... These are the new ones with a less complicated design... Montu is a nice greeting at the entrance of the park... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verticalzero Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 I've never heard of this show, what happens..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 27, 2007 Author Share Posted June 27, 2007 I've never heard of this show, what happens..? Are you referring to the Blue Man Group? The show is based on the actual band's most famous skit's and acts using unique instruments along with a comical overtone. The show is a spectacle for the eyes, the ears and the mind. If you have a show location near you, I would highly recommend getting yourself some tickets! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcjaco Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 ^ What are you a walking BMG brochure? Spectacle? Comical overtone? Oy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 27, 2007 Author Share Posted June 27, 2007 ^ What are you a walking BMG brochure? Spectacle? Comical overtone? Oy. Would you rather I talk like this: "I thought it was rad! The show was krazy and all around wicked!" I like the show. Simple enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 You live in Florida and you never rode Tidal Wave? Anyways, great pictures of Disney and Tamprica. Did you enjoy the tunnel o' gum and the cheesy theming on Tidal Wave? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doitdumont1128 Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 ^ What are you a walking BMG brochure? Spectacle? Comical overtone? Oy. hahaha! nice... good PTR. never seen Sheikra have to evacuate... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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