How I Went Backstage at the American Idol Experience (and How You Can Too!)
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Since its debut in February, the American Idol Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been wowing guests with its faithful re-creation of one of television’s most popular shows. On-stage, audience members get to sit in on several shows a day where other park guests perform live on the set patterned after the American Idol season seven finale stage. The show’s daily finale always fills to capacity as hundreds who couldn’t get in grab a nearby seat outside and watch the performances on the giant Diamond Vision screen.
For guests who opt to perform, the grueling audition process begins ‘backstage,’ in Studio 2B (essentially the on-stage and ‘backstage’ portions are treated as separate attractions, 2A and 2B on the park’s map respectively). At stake is a ‘golden ticket’ which grants the holder the ability to ‘FASTPASS’ their way through real-live auditions for the actual show (for those ineligible to use the ticket, it can be transferred once).
So one way to go ‘backstage’ at the American Idol Experience is to audition — and to make it all the way through. And as you’re about to find out, it’s easier said than done. Fortunately, there’s another way to see everything the performer gets to see and more and it’s called The Ultimate Backstage Experience.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: AIE, American Idol, American Idol Experience, Attractions, Tours
New ‘American Idol’ Kris Allen Celebrates with His Fans at Walt Disney World
American Idol winner Kris Allen is joined on stage by his #1 fan, Minnie Mouse © Mark Ashman/Disney
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 29 — Dreams keep coming true for new “American Idol” Kris Allen.
Last week, the 23-year-old singer from Conway, Ark., became the newest “American Idol” by garnering the most fan votes in the television series’ thrilling Season Eight finale. Moments after his victory, Allen did what dozens of sports celebrities and heroes have done for more than two decades: He looked into a television camera and shouted, “I’m going to Disney World!”
This week, America’s newest star lived out his post-finale show pronouncement when he basked in the glow of a victory parade and gala celebration at “The American Idol Experience,” the new Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park attraction based on the “American Idol” television show.
Celebrating with Allen Friday at Walt Disney World was his new bride, Katy. The longtime sweethearts were married eight months ago.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: AIE, American Idol, Kris Allen
Kris Allen is Going to Disney World (Watch the Commercial Online Here!)
Kris Allen will be appearing in a celebrity motorcade on Friday, May 29 at 10 am at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
American Idol Season 8 Winner Kris Allen is Going to Disney World © Paul Hiffmeyer/Disney
LOS ANGELES – To celebrate the newly opened “American Idol Experience” attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Kris Allen shouted the famous words “I’m Going to Disney World!” immediately after being crowned the newest “American Idol” in the show’s star-studded season finale on May 20, 2009 in Los Angeles.
Disney camera crews captured Allen’s celebratory pronouncement on the Nokia Theatre stage mere moments after “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest announced the champion’s name to millions of viewers watching worldwide.
Not only does the newly crowned Idol shout “I’m Going to Disney World!” at the spot’s conclusion, Allen’s voice also is featured throughout the ad as he performs the iconic song, “When You Wish Upon A Star.”
Categories: Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: AIE, American Idol, Commercial, Going to Disney World, Kris Allen, Video
2009 American Idol Winner (TBA) Will be Going to Disney World
LOS ANGELES – To celebrate the newly opened “American Idol Experience” attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Adam Lambert or Kris Allen will shout the famous words “I’m Going to Disney World!” immediately after being crowned the newest “American Idol” in the show’s star-studded season finale on Wednesday night, May 20, in Los Angeles.
Camera crews will capture Adam Lambert or Kris Allen’s celebratory pronouncement on the Nokia Theatre stage mere moments after “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest announces the champion’s name to millions of viewers watching worldwide.
Not only will the newly crowned Idol shout “I’m Going to Disney World!” at the spot’s conclusion, his voice also will be featured throughout the ad as he performs the iconic song, “When You Wish Upon A Star.”
Categories: Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: Adam Lambert, AIE, American Idol, Kris Allen
American Idol Experience February 12 Media Event Videos
The American Idol Family Reunion for Disney's American Idol Experience Event (c) Copyright Disney
If you missed the simulcast of the blue carpet event here on Stitch Kingdom, please do not fret. (Okay, you can fret just a little bit). Coming soon is most of the raw footage from the event so you can catch all of your favorite American Idol (and Disney) stars as they graced the blue carpet prior to the main event.
Videos after the jump. Read more…
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Uncategorized, Walt Disney World Tags: Ace Young, AIE, American Idol, American Idol Experience, Attractions, Bo Bice, Brooke White, Bucky Covington, Carly Smithson, Carrie Underwood, Chris Sligh, David Archuleta, David Cook, DHS, Diana DeGarmo, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Fantasia Barrino, Hollywood Studios, Jason Castro, Jordin Sparks, Josh Gracin, Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, Kimberley Locke, LaKisha Jones, Mandisa, Melinda Doolittle, Michael Johns, Paula Abdul, Phil Stacey, Ruben Studdard, Ryan Seacrest, Sanjaya Malakar, Simon Fuller, Syesha Mercado, Taylor Hicks, Walt Disney World, WDW
Largest-Ever Gathering of ‘American Idol’ Winners Joins in Premiere of Attraction at Walt Disney World
American Idol Host Ryan Seacrest Appears with Goofy, Mickey and Minnie (c) Copyright Disney
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Feb. 12, 2009) – With the largest-ever gathering of “American Idol” winners joining in the celebration, Walt Disney World Resort Thursday night raised the curtain on “The American Idol Experience,” a new attraction capturing the energy and excitement of the hit TV show.
Thursday’s grand premiere, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, was attended by all seven winners of the series, from season-one winner Kelly Clarkson to season-seven champion David Cook. Joining Cook and Clarkson were Jordin Sparks (season six), Taylor Hicks (five), Carrie Underwood (four), Fantasia Barrino (three) and Ruben Studdard (two). Read more…
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disneyland Resort, Pixar, Television, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: AIE, American Idol, American Idol Experience, Attractions, Carrie Underwood, David Cook, DHS, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Events, Hollywood Studios, Ryan Seacrest, Walt Disney World, WDW
AIE Media Event: AI Participant List
Courtesy of Attractions Magazine comes this reportedly complete list of all of the American Idol stars that will be appearing during the 4:30 motorcade up along Hollywood Boulevard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on February 12 to commemorate the opening of the American Idol Experience: Read more…
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: AIE, American Idol, Attractions, DHS
American Idol Experience Media Event – February 12
As I announced a week ago in this post, David Cook is set to perform at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on February 12 in honor of the American Idol Experience which marks its official opening on February 14. Cook is expected to perform twice throughout the day: the first performance as part of an appearance on Good Morning America and the second as part of a Media Event which begins at 4:30 PM. The Media Event is a private event and will not be open to guests in the park unfortunately. There is still some speculation as to whether guests will be invited to the GMA performance, so all hope is not yet lost.
In related news, AI runner-up Jason Castro has announced that he will also be appearing at the event by way of his official site. Castro also breaks the news that the event will include ‘over 25 American Idol personalities’ in a motorcade up Hollywood Boulevard.
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Theme Parks, Walt Disney World Tags: American Idol, Attractions, David Cook, Jason Castro
Here’s What’s Cook-in’ at DHS February 12
2008 American Idol Winner David Cook
And speaking of the American Idol Experience, AI David Cook himself is set to perform in honor of the new attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on February 12.
Unfortunately I don’t have any more details beyond that but if you know of more or will be able to attend and take photos or even just want to check back in and let me know how it goes, please email me at [email protected]
Categories: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney World Tags: American Idol, David Cook, Entertainment
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