

Even with the changing focus and mission of EPCOT, Disney should still try to cap off a day at the park with something inspiring and memorable, not a "greatest hits" package that the MK and DHS shows have become. View the show anywhere throughout EPCOT that offers a clear view of the World Showcase Lagoon. Rivers of Light demonstrates that Disney can produce a great nighttime spectacular without leaning on recognizable IP (though it does use some Disney Nature footage). Even though EPCOT is starting to embrace IP in its attractions, this show should not need it. Don't miss IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, a nighttime spectacular that fills Epcot with music, lasers. It's been a monumental success without so much as a peep from Mickey Mouse or any other Disney character. I absolutely agree with others here that they've got to keep IP out of this show. I wonder if that means the new show will have a decidedly different dynamic and/or perhaps a designated viewing area (would be very sad if that were the case, since the beauty of Illuminations has been that it is so very different depending upon where you view the show from, and a designated viewing area would likely eliminate that). As Disney Illuminations returned to Sleeping Beauty Castle after being suspended due to the pandemic and guidance from French authorities, the 30th anniversary also sees a pre-show added to the. However, I'm really surprised that they've made this announcement so far in advance. Disney has not yet announced opening dates for any of these.ĭefinitely a show that was ready to end. Show more Show more Disney D-Light & Illuminations 2022 I Disneyland Paris 30th anniversary I. The new fireworks production is one of several new attractions coming to Epcot, including a Ratatouille dark ride in World Showcase's France pavilion and a Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster experience in the old Universe of Energy pavilion in Future World. Disney Illuminations is the nighttime spectacular at Disneyland Paris. Disney announced that the production will not close until after next summer. "The Disney Parks Live Entertainment team is already busy creating new thrills to debut immediately following the conclusion of IllumiNations, continuing the tradition of nightly entertainment on the World Showcase Lagoon," Disney said in a statement today.ĭisney is giving fans plenty of time to see Reflections of Earth before it closes, too.

But there will be a new nighttime spectacular at Epcot. Whether Disney keeps the "IllumiNations" branding for a new production remains be seen.

The original debuted in 1988, with Reflections of Earth bowing in 1999. Before anyone gets too concerned about the news, do keep in mind that this is the third version of the IllumiNations show, not counting holiday and anniversary versions.
