Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread

[Barge84]

^ Whew. I'm 6'6". Not sure when I'll get back to KI, but at least I can ride Banshee next time I'm there.

[WildStangAlex]

Looks like they've committed to strobe lights. Epic night rides await. I can't wait until April 17!

[Diamondbacker27]

I'm excited for the announcement

[DJeXeL]

Looks like they've committed to strobe lights. Epic night rides await. I can't wait until April 17!

 

They are most likely referring to the on-ride photo flash...

[Diamondbacker27]

No, it was stated that there will be strobe lights and fog throughout the ride.

[DJeXeL]

^Well I stand corrected then.

[TheZachMan28]

The new attraction is a show... -_-

Kinda disappointed.

[B&MBoy1982]

An attraction can mean ANYTHING. I think they are using their words carefully here.

 

 

 

An attraction can be a magic show, remote control boats, a museum, a ride, etc.

 

 

 

I doubt it will be a new ride. Why would they take the "New ride" focus off Banshee?

 

Like I said.

[GrapesLie]

At least it's a truly good show though!

[B&MBoy1982]

The new attraction is a show... -_-

Kinda disappointed.

 

Really? We are already getting the worlds longest inverted roller coaster, and something old becomes new again.

 

A lot of people got their hopes up over the word "attraction".

 

As I said, "An attraction can be a magic show, remote control boats, a museum, a ride, etc."

[asimowalk]

https://www.facebook.com/CirqueAmbiante

 

I'm always glad to see things branch out from Canada's Wonderland. The show won "Best Live Performance of 2013” in the category of productions between $200,000 and $400,000 at IAAPA last year. People should be happy for this addition! It certainly beats another cover show.

 

EDIT: Here's the link to the announcement since I don't see it posted here -

[Koasterking48]

Why is there a warning for using magnetic braking?

[DJeXeL]

Just covering their a$$. Disclaimers like that make legal departments happy.

[robbalvey]

Cirque Imagine opens at Kings Island in 2014

 

KINGS ISLAND, Ohio – The record-breaking Banshee roller coaster isn’t the only new attraction this year at Kings Island. Visitors to the 364-acre amusement and waterpark will be mesmerized by the acrobatic performances in the park’s new live show, “Cirque Imagine,” featuring an incredible showcase of strength, balance and athleticism. The 30-minute show opens May 24 in the Kings Island Theater and is included with park admission. Kings Island opens for the 2014 season April 18.

 

[DJeXeL]

It sucks cause it's not a launched Giga coaster!

 

Nothing wrong with more entertainment.

[COASTER FREAK 11]

We saw this same show at Canada's Wonderland and I really enjoyed it! It'll be great for the park.

[CPSFMMCW]

Wow I pretty much called it. They pretty much are getting a type of all wheel sports show! Based on the video, it's like a combo of all wheel sports and the sweet show at Six Flaga discovery kingdom. Very cool lookin. Definitely worth watching!

[willthegolfer]

Wait, so it isn't plummet of death?

[prozach626]

I was hoping for a used boomerang.

[coasterlover420]

Why is there a warning for using magnetic braking?

Heart monitors, pace makers...

[vistaway]

Loved this show at Canada's Wonderland. Very surprised and impressed by the skill of the performers and the production quality. On those crazy-busy summer days, seeing this and hitting perhaps one coaster was enough for us (as passholders).

[Diamondbacker27]

I don't think that inside the Kings Island theatre will attract as many people as the outside stadium by Diamondback. Many people don't know what the theatre there is for, so they never enter. If you walk by and see people performing, you think that's pretty cool let's stop by there. But, of course, that's IMO.

[raptor6]

The show looks interesting. I'll need to check it out this summer.

[rcjp]

So no testing yet? I thought they were going to begin this week

[glouthan]

^ They might still do it tonight.