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Friday, May 15, 2015

Star Wars Weekend Returns Today To Disney's Hollywood Studios

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 Star Wars Weekend 2015

After 11 long months, in what now seems to have been in a galaxy far, far away, we finally have the return of Star Wars Weekends.  From now until June 14th, Fridays through Sundays, Star Wars fever will once again set upon Disney's Hollywood Studios.  Prepare to see the park filled with both Disney characters, and Star Wars characters.  In fact, prepare to see fans dressed up as Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and Hans Solo, walking down the streets in the park, as well as walking down International Drive in Orlando.  Access to the Star Wars attractions and events only requires a regular park ticket.

Star Wars Weekend at Disney

There will be a Celebrity Motorcade, and a "Symphony in the Stars" fireworks spectacular and stage show.  There are several new attractions and happenings this year.  Stop by the new Rebel Hangar for some specialty cocktails and food.  And, actor Ian McDiarmid (Emperor Palpatine) will be attending for his first time ever.  There is a very exciting list of interstellar celebrity appearances to accompany him.  If you're looking for autographs, then head over and grab a Fastpass ticket to ensure your place in line.  Below is the list of all scheduled celebrity appearances.

Weekend 1: May 15 to 17, 2015
  • Ian McDiarmid (Emperor Palpatine – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace; Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones; Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith; Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back; and Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi)
  • Ashley Eckstein (Voice of Ahsoka Tano – Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Tiya Sircar (Voice of Sabine Wren – Star Wars Rebels)
  • Amy Allen (Aayla Secura – Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones; Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)
Weekend 2: May 22 to 24, 2015
  • Warwick Davis (Wald – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace; and Wicket the Ewok – Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi)
  • Ashley Eckstein (Voice of Ahsoka Tano – Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Vanessa Marshall (Voice of Hera Syndulla – Star Wars Rebels)
  • Silas Carson (Ki-Adi-Mundi, Nute Gunray – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace; Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones; Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)
Weekend 3: May 29 to 31, 2015
  • Warwick Davis (Wald – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace; and Wicket the Ewok – Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi)
  • Ashley Eckstein (Voice of Ahsoka Tano – Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Steve Blum (Voice of Zeb Orrelios – Star Wars Rebels)
  • Daniel Logan (Boba Fett – Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones; Voice of Boba Fett – Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
Weekend 4: June 5 to 7, 2015
  • Ray Park (Darth Maul – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
  • Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett – Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back and Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi)
  • Ashley Eckstein (Voice of Ashoka Tano – Star Wars Rebels)
Weekend 5: June 12 to 14, 2015
  • Frank Oz (Voice of Yoda - Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace; Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones; Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith; Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back; and Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi)
  • Ray Park (Darth Maul – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
  • Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca – Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith; Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope; Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back; and Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi)
  • Taylor Gray (Voice of Ezra – Star Wars Rebels)
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Location: Disney's Hollywood Studios, Orlando, FL 32830

Saturday, March 16, 2013

Return of the Star Wars Weekends

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Back in January, we let you know that the dates for Disney's Star Wars Weekends had been announced. Now we're back with more details! This year is especially exciting because it's the 30th anniversary of “Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi”, and the poster features Mickey (along with Chip and Dale) flying through the forests of Endor on a speeder bike.

If that's not enough to get you excited, maybe this will help: Ray Park, who played Darth Maul in the recent prequels, will make an appearance for Weekends I and II.  Warwick Davis, who played Wicket W. the Ewok (and was also in Willow and the Harry Potter films) will be there for Weekends II and III.
Want to make sure you're always in the loop for the latest details? Bookmark Disney's Star Wars Weekends page, and check back here frequently.
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Wednesday, January 02, 2013

Disney Star Wars Weekends Dates Announced!

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On weekends between May 17 - June 09, 2013, Disney is going galactic. Whether you like the animated series or the original saga, celebrate everything Star Wars at Hollywood Studios. There still aren't a lot of details, but with many events (plus the fan watching!), there should be something for everyone, from autograph hunters to the youngest Jedis-in-training.


Remember, events are subject to cancellation and may fill up quickly. Check the weekend event map for the most up-to-date information!

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Thursday, May 10, 2012

Star Wars Weekend 2012

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A very special opportunity is available during Star Wars Weekends this year at Disney Hollywood Studios!

Fans of Star Wars Episode IV: The Empire Strikes Back will remember the iconic scene where Han Solo was frozen in carbonite at Cloud City and eventually brought to Jabba the Hutt by Boba Fett. Now you will be able to see yourself frozen in carbonite just like Han, and have a custom figurine made of the occasion, without dealing with the pain, resultant temporary blindness at being un-frozen, and the hassle of bounty hunters.

The Carbon-Freeze Me Experience at Disney Hollywood Studios is a new state-of-the-art experience that brings personalization to a whole new level. The Carbon Freezing Chamber (located near The American Idol Experience) will put you center stage as several cameras capture images of your face from many different angles. With a little computer magic, those photographs are turned into an eight-inch figurine that's shipped directly to your home.

The carbonite figurine is $99.95, but you can have more made from the same original mold for just $74.95 apeice. Guests will also receive a special light-up wrist band.

While this experience officially opens on May 18 for Star Wars Weekends, reservations are required, so call early to reserve your spot! Dial 1-407-WDW-TECH (407-939-8324) for reservations and more information.

Photo courtesy of Disney Parks Blog.
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Star Wars Weekends Are Star-Studded At Disney's Hollywood Studios

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This Spring, the place to be for all things Star Wars is Disney's Hollywood Studios! Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May 18-June 10 will feature loads of activities as well as tons of celebrities from both the movies and the animated series.

Ray Park(pictured above), the actor who portrayed Darth Maul, will be there for week-ends I and II, and week-end IV will feature not one, but TWO Boba Fett actors!

There will also be autograph events, an amazing "Legends Of The Force" parade, behind-the-scenes presentations, and many other opportunities to see these celebrities in action. And don't forget about Hyperspace Hoopla! This action-packed show will give you a chance to see Star Wars performers strut their stuff on stage! Just head to the stage in front of the Sorcerer Mickey hat on Hollywood Blvd. in time to snap up a prime spot for the 8pm show, and the Force will be with you too!

Photo courtesy of DisneyParks Blog.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Remembering Jim Henson

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September 24th, 2009 would have been Jim Henson’s 73rd birthday. His name is almost as recognizable as Walt Disney and his contribution to the world of film and even, in an indirect manner, to our Orlando theme parks has continued on since his tragic death on May 16th, 1990. He was only 53 years old when a strange case of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome, a bacterial infection, took over his body and caused his organs to fail. On that day the entire creative world and the millions of fans Jim Henson gained through his work with the Muppets and Sesame Street mourned the tragic loss of this creative genius.

There was a lot Jim Henson did that the general public might not realize. He’s usually immediately grouped with the Muppets and rightfully so. Who doesn’t love Oscar the Grouch or Kermit the Frog? But Jim Henson’s genius expanded throughout a number of movies and even to a galaxy far, far away. Henson designed Muppets which lead to movies like Muppets Take Manhattan, the show Fraggle Rock and the popular animated series Muppet Babies.

Henson was also responsible for creating one of the most beloved sci-fi puppets of all time: Yoda from the Star Wars series. Henson helped George Lucas’ team create Yoda and help with the puppeteering of the little green Jedi Master before he went CGI in the additional three prequels to the films. It was Jim Henson who suggested Frank Oz be Yoda’s puppeteer and voice. Thanks to Henson. Lucas selected Oz to voice one of the most memorable film characters of all time.

Singing was yet another thing Henson dabbled in. Though he wasn’t out playing rock concerts, the song “The Rainbow Connection,” which he performed using his Kermit the Frog voice, was #25 on the Billboard Top 100 and still considered a favorite children’s song today. Jim Henson’s Creature Shop continues on and his company is now run by his children, who loved going on set with their dad and learning the ropes of puppeteering when they were young and Henson still lead the way. His legacy lives on through the Muppets, Sesame Street, Star Wars and movies like The Dark Crystal and The Labyrinth. If you want your dose of Muppet madness, head to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to checkout Muppetvision 3D.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Out of this World Fun at Disney's Star Wars Weekends

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If you're an avid Star Wars fan, then follow the trail of the Force - to Walt Disney World this May and June! It's time once again for Star Wars Weekends, a sci-fi fan-fest like no other that pays tribute to one of the world's greatest film sagas. Galactic characters, unique events and attractions, and one-of-a-kind meet and greet session are just some of the highlights of these fun-filled weekends, which are a must for any Jedi or Wookiee at heart.

Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May 22 through June 14, Star Wars Weekends will fill Disney's Hollywood Studios with the power of the Force - and more Star Wars characters than you've ever seen in your life! Sith, droids, Jedi, Ewoks, bounty hunters, Rodians, and yes, even Wookies - they'll all flock to the park where guests will be able to pose and chat with them in meet and greet encounters throughout Hollywood Studios. There'll even be well-known figures from the saga, including Darth Vader, Yoda, and Princess Leia, and fans will be able to spot them all during "Legends of the Force," a Star Wars motorcade.

That's not all - guests will be able to participate in Star Wars trivia contests, ride the famed Star Tours attraction, purchase one-of-a-kind memorabilia, and more. There'll be autograph sessions and star conversations with famous Star Wars actors and creative geniuses every weekend, and special shows, presentations, and interactive experiences each day of each Star Wars Weekend.

This year, the Weekends will be hosted by Jay Laga'aia ("Captain Typho") with special guest Ashley Eckstein ("Ahsoka Tano"). During the weekend, Laga'aia will host "Stars of the Saga," a Star Wars talk show and Q&A, and Eckstein will host "Clone Wars: Behind the Force," a behind-the-scenes show that explores the TV series Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Both stars, along with other big names in the saga, will also have autograph sessions with fans.

Another highlight of the Weekends will be the Jedi Training Academy, where each young Anakin who is chosen will be readied to face the dark side. Taking place throughout the day on the event's main stage, young guests will learn a lightsaber combination from a Jedi Master before testing their skills in a battle with Darth Vader.

Kids under 12 will also be able to test their wits befor the Jedi Council in a Padawan Mind Challenge. And of course, no Star Wars Weekend is complete without blasting your starspeeder through the galaxy on the Star Tours attraction or shopping a galaxy of Star Wars themed and limited edition merchandise in Wicket's Warehouse.

At the end of each Weekend day, Star Wars characters and guests will gather for the Hyperspace Hoopla! Show, an entertaining conclusion to the day where the saga favorites let loose with music, comedy, dancing, and more. The Star Wars Weekends dates are May 22-24, May 29-31, June 5-7, and June 12-14.

The Star Wars Weekends are free with regular admission to Hollywood Studios, so all you need are Walt Disney World tickets, which you cna get right here on DWTickets.com. Get yours and strap in for a wild space ride of a weekend with more Star Wars fun than you can handle!
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Friday, May 09, 2008

The Force is With Disney’s Hollywood Studios During Star Wars Weekends

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be swarming with Star Wars characters as they host their annual celebration of The Force this June. Star Wars Weekends are fan-packed, family-friendly gatherings that are so popular around Walt Disney World, even Jedi Mickey Mouse shows up. All you need to be accepted into the fold is a Disney ticket.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the home planet of Star Wars Weekends, and the Star Tours attraction is home base. This year your Disney ticket will get you in to see Star Wars favorites like Darth Vader, Darth Maul, Chewbacca, Queen Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, R2-D2 and more droids and villains than you can shake a lightsaber at.

If you call yourself a Star Wars fan, you better get online and get your Disney tickets today so you don’t miss any of the action at Disney’s Star Wars Weekends. Check out these special events happening only during Star Wars Weekends:
  • “Behind the Force” gives you an inside peek at how the films were made.
  • The “Padawan Mind Challenge” sends kids under 12 before the Jedi Council.
  • “Legends of the Force” motorcade cruises with your favorite Star Wars VIPs.

Star Wars Weekends is a great time to check out the “Jedi Training Academy,” which is a regular feature at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The “Jedi Training Academy” teaches future Jedi’s the techniques required for lightsaber battles and then lets them see how much they learned by going up against the super evil Sith Darth Vader or Darth Maul.

Every weekend throughout the month of June, Star Wars Weekends features Star Wars celebrities. One you have your Disney ticket, you can pick a weekend and head out to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to meet & greet your favorites, get a photo or an autograph or participate in a Q&A session. Warwick Davis, aka “Wicket the Ewok” in Star Wars films, is the emcee and host of the entire event.

These Star Wars celebs will join him on the following dates:

June 6-8
Jeremy Bulloch (“Boba Fett”)
Daniel Logan (young “Boba Fett”)

June 13-15
Peter Mayhew (“Chewbacca”)
David Prowse (“Darth Vader”)

June 20-22
Amy Allen (“Aayla Secura”)
Matthew Wood (“General Grievous”)

June 27-29
Dave Filoni (director of the upcoming “Star Wars: The Clone Wars”)

A Disney ticket is required for admission to Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

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Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Star Wars Weekends at Disney MGM Studios


Buckle up and slide into your Star Speeder vehicles while Jedi knights and droids will join forces as Star Wars Weekends come back to Disney MGM Studios in June. Star Wars Weekends will begin this year on June 1, 2007 and run every weekend until June 24. Guests can come to MGM Studios theme park and take part in this special celebration every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Star Tours attraction at MGM will have special events taking place outside, with Mickey Mouse dressed up as a Jedi Knight outside the queue. Disney-MGM Studios admission is required to attend the event, and discount tickets can be purchased by CLICKING HERE!

Lucky children at the park will be randomly selected to participate in a Jedi Training Academy and learn the skillful art of lightsaber techniques. Besides many collectibles on display, there will also be autograph sessions, Star Wars trivia, and lots more. Star Wars Weekends is at Disney's MGM Studios every weekend during the month of June, so come down to the park and attend this amazing event with your family.
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