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Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
A brand new parade at Disneyland Park for the 15th Anniversary.

The parade will feature 8 floats, each using more than one character/film as its theme.  The parade will feature parade "show stops" with confetti effects, scents for each float and puppets.  Performers due to appear include: Characters, dancers, bungee acrobats, jugglers, flag artists, puppeteers, stilt walkers.

The Parade

Float 1: Dreams of Imagination
featuring Mickey and the Disney VIPs

Float 2: Dreams of Laughter and Fun
featuring Alice in Wonderland + Pinocchio

Float 3: Dreams of Friendship
featuring Toy Story + Winnie the Pooh

Float 4: Dreams of Fantasy
featuring Peter Pan & Mary Poppins

Float 5: Dreams of Power
featuring Chernabog, Jafar, Ursula and more Disney Villains

Float 6: Dreams of Adventure
featuring The Lion King, The Jungle Book

Float 7: Dreams of Romance (Part 1)
featuring The Little Mermaid, Aladdin

Float 8: Dreams of Romance (Part 2)
featuring Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Beauty and the Beast

Due to premiere 1st April 2007.

:arrow: Full guide page at dlrpmagic.com (//http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/)
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MR. Entertainment posts this message on DLP.info:

Quote from: "Mr Entertainment, DLP.info"And for the Disneyland Park? Will the WWDP be replaced, and if so, when???

The answer is YES - it will be replaced.
Last Thursday, Jay RASULO, President of Disney Themeparks Worldwide validated the final concept of the Parade, which was presented by Katy Harris, in the USA.
 
The new "ONCE UPON A DREAM" Parade will contain 8 articulated floats, very similar in design to the "Snowglobe" parade float design.

Each float will show at least 2 Disney Classics on each float. An example would be "The Lion King" coupled with "The Jungle Book".

The Final Float would be in 3 parts, all articulated, and would be driven by 2 people. Current indications show that this would be the "Princess & Prince Float".

Devoted fans may think that we are copying ideas already done in other Disney parks. I do not believe this to be the case.

These floats are currently going into construction, and are all BRAND NEW. They will house up to date technology, and their introduction to Disneyland Paris will mean that every current driver would have to be retrained to drive these new floats.

And the LAUNCH DATE of this Parade????

Highly placed Management sources indicate that this parade - the "Once Upon A Dream" Parade will be with our Guests, at Disneyland Resort Paris, as early as FEBRUARY 2007.(DATE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE...)

And for the fans of the WWDP Parade:
these floats will remain at DLRP in storage for use in case of special events or certain special requests.

Sounds interesting!

In fact, it's pretty much exactly what I had in mind for a new parade.  Having 2 films per float would be good, since they would then be sure to feature more peoples' favourite characters.  A proper "finale" float would be excellent too...

I hope the interesting "Mr Entertainment" is telling the truth!  :)

well according to my source in dlrp, daniel harding parade coordinator, i asked him if we were getting dream come true parade, and he sed no, the new parade will be a completety new concept.

Looks like someones telling lies again, though that's nothing new for Mr Entertainment then is it :lol: , oh well let's just see what happens I hope this new paarde is as good as the Wonderful World of Disney Parade anyway, or they might as well bring it back again as what next to prince Parade :P .

I heard all sorts of rumours when i was there, and at one point we all thought that the dream come true parade was coming to dlrp, but i asked daniel and he said it was an i dea, but instead they decided to design a completly new parade with new floats etc. I hope its going to be like the wwodp too, just with more upto date floats, and a lot visual things going on. But like i say no theme had been created just lots of different concepts were being designed.

These are not fake rumours, insiders from Disney Central Plaza confirmed that they heard the same.

:D This one sounds really great!

A friend of me described what he saw on the presentation sheet, and the parade looks neat! There's one float where Alice is giant and trapped in the house like in the movie :)! Moreover, the animals from the current Carnaval (elephants, zebras..) are going to be in front of the Lion King/Jungle Book float.
That's small infos but keep'em for you ;)

 I hope they'll present to shareolders on friday ofr more infos!

Quote from: "Kinou"A friend of me described what he saw on the presentation sheet, and the parade looks neat! There's one float where Alice is giant and trapped in the house like in the movie :)! Moreover, the animals from the current Carnaval (elephants, zebras..) are going to be in front of the Lion King/Jungle Book float.
That's small infos but keep'em for you ;)

Wow, sounds cool!  I'm glad they're using those Lion King Carnival characters so much, they'll look great in front of a "real" parade.  :D

I guess the shareholder's meeting would be an ideal time to officially announce the 15th Anniversary plans, wouldn't it?  :)

That would maake sence Baloo

I talked about that possibility the other day, after watching a video of the carnival. The elephants rock and Tokyo uses similar versions in their current parade also (sorry to compare our entertainment with theirs again. :P ) There's so many great outfits in the Carnival that they could easily get extra use of.

I totally aprove this news!

Did they announce anything about the parade during the Shareholders Meeting?

There doesn't seem to have been anything said according to most sources, seems odd or maybe it's just Disneyland Resort Paris being sneeky again with making it and want it to be a whole new thing noone knew much about before.

No, nothing at all!

I think they just focused on events of 2005, Buzz, new marketing, and briefly mentioned ToT and Toon Studios...  :(

Is a new parade the kind of thing they would mention at a Shareholder's meeting?  I think they're more likely to announce it to Cast Members, like they did with LOTLK at that special event in late 2003...

It's quite soon, anyway - there's more than 12 months till the parade is rumoured to launch.  :?

I don't know if this is true: an EPC friend told us that a Peter Pan float would be included in the new parade.  Can anyone (Kinoo?) confirm?

yes  :wink:  it will be a Peter Pan/Mary Poppins float

Cool!!! I expected the Peter Pan / Mary Poppins combination.  8)

Yay, I thought those two would be perfect together (obviously because of the flying element and London backdrop). So then, we have that "confirmed" and also The Lion King/Jungle Book (I forget who confirmed that recently, but they said it would happen :D ). Alice is tipped for a float and are we predicting a fairytale castle finale float? What other combinations could there be?

I'm trying to think of what would go with Alice actually. Only thing I can think of is Pooh  :roll:  As for the other movies they could use, I'd like to see some "less" popular films included. Hercules could be colourful (although not the regular fairytale film) and Hunchback would be fun in the Paris park. Anyone got any ideas?

What about a Treasure Planet / Atlantis float that could work together or Hurcules / Tarzan float, though dunno how that could work, but those 4 movies seem to fit together well with the first 2 being exploring / adventurous movies and the last 2 an ancient tale and a victorian story could really contrast but I think they could work together quite well.

Never seen The Emperor's New Groove, but the artwork seems kinda similar to Hercules... a possible combination? I dunno

Pocahontas and Brother Bear MIGHT work if u set the float in the right location, or maybe Dumbo and Pinocchio sharing similar playful, colourful styles? I'm hardly a Disney film expert... just ideas  :P

So this is the current lign-up:

- Peter Pan / Mary Poppins
- Jungle Book / The Lion King
- Alice in Wonderland / ???

A Mickey Mouse float and Princess float are a tradition in Disney parades, so those will probably be present too.

Wish I knew where I heard about the Alic float now, but as apparently every float will share more than 1 theme, there must be another character on board.

You say about Mickey and Princess floats seperately, but they can be mixed. Take Parade of Dreams for example. I did also hear that the end float would have kids on too  :roll:  Not had that confirmed by anyone else though

QuoteWish I knew where I heard about the Alic float now

I know!!!  Check out page 1 of this topic  :wink:  :wink:  :wink:

QuoteYou say about Mickey and Princess floats seperately, but they can be mixed. Take Parade of Dreams for example.

Yes ofcourse, you're right.  :)   Not sure yet what I prefer.

Quote from: "Kris"did also hear that the end float would have kids on too  Not had that confirmed by anyone else though

Nooooooooooooo, that would be aweful!!!  Who wants to take photos of a parade float with other peoples kids on???  I dislike the idea in the cinema parade too (they should put characters in the theatre), and the beautiful Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade really spoiled it for me with all those strangers in the floats.   :(

I must admit I laughed at the idea when I heard it. It's a nice idea for families, but just seems strange. I look for characters in a parade, not other people's children. Talking of performers... I hope that even though they will be spending money on new floats that they will use a LOT of dancers to fill in the gaps. Formations look so much better with more people!

And how about mini-float/props things? I'm sure lots of cool decorations could be pulled along between the major floats too. DLRP have had whole parades like this so I'm sure they could design something.

How I wish I knew more about this parade... it's doing my head in  :P

as Buzz is such a hot item in Disneyland Park, they'll probably use a float with him too? Although I hope they won't!

It kind of would make sense to add him, but if the name of this new parade really is "Once Upon A Dream Parade", I really think it needs to be fantasy-based. If you were to categorise the two parks, I would always say DLP is where you should go for enchantment, WDS for thrills.

I know there's some overlap there and both parks use those categories, but Buzz seems too modern for DLP for some reason. Space Ranger dreams is an odd interpretation for such a classy parade title, but it would make sense to represent him all the same  :?

i think there should be a villain float too

Yes!  I agree, the Villains are quite popular among the adults.  There are Villains units in the Share a Dream Come True parade and Stars & Motors Parade.  Not sure if there are any in other Disney parks?

Well theres the Parade of Dreams using Ursula, who seems to be very popular in the states, also 100 Years of Magic on Parade in Tokyo Disneyland used a whole villains ball section, don't think any others do at the current time.  Though Paris definately need to add villains, they are so much fun, and a nice change from and they all lived happily ever after all the way through the parade :wink: .  Hope we don't get a weird compact sized ursula though like the Share a Dream come True :lol: .

There actually will be a float for the children, but it will run in front of the parade, the finale float looks promising :)

As for Buzz in the parade... yes :) he will feature with his pal Woody and other toys from Disney's universe...  :wink:


Please keep the infos here, don't spread them too much right now :) If you want to know more Private Message Me and I'll share my infos.

Thanks for all this inside info Kinou, it's really amazing how much we know about the parade already!  :D

A float with kids at the front of the parade sounds much better than using it as a finale.  It'll start the parade off well with lots of people involved, and show the crowds watching that they're a part of the parade too...

Using Woody on the float with Buzz is a good thing too - it'll mean the float hopefully won't be as modern as if it had just been Buzz. :D

It's a shame that the characters "confirmed" to be featuring are already overlapping a lot with Disney Cinema Parade, but oh well...  at least there should be fewer Princesses in this parade!  :D

QuoteIt's a shame that the characters "confirmed" to be featuring are already overlapping a lot with Disney Cinema Parade, but oh well...

Indeed, I didn't think of that before. So maybe the rumors about the disappearance of the Disney Cinema Parade are true then? That would be a loss in my opinion. Not only is the parade still "new", they could use the Stars and Motorcars Parade as a nighttime parade if they keep DCP. That would mean they can keep the Studios open longer so people will spent more money in the park. But if the Disney Cinema Parade will go, that would automaticly mean that Stars and Motorcars would be a replacement of this daytime parade. Or am I to fast with my conclusions now?  :)

Quoteat least there should be fewer Princesses in this parade!  :D

I'll keep my fingers crossed, haha. I hate those princesses, but on the other hand... can you imagine a Disney parade without them? All those little girls will be heavily dissapointed. I guess City Hall will become very busy if that happens...  :wink:

Although a whole Toy Story float will look great, I would have prefered this parade to be kinda classical Disney, rather than Pixar animations. I'm sure it will be great however!

Not only do some of the mentioned floats clash with DCP, but some of Stars and Motor Cars too! I hope there won't be too many duplications  :P

I'm really interested in the style of the new DLP parade anyway. I hope the music has a catchy element, but also sounds dramatic. I know I've said it a million times, but I'd love a "real" parade sound system with underliners etc. Have I made that point clear enough?  8)

I wish the next year would go a lot faster... I can't wait to see this parade  :lol:

I was also wondering...  I guess they're going to hire more people for this parade, right? (maybe the same amount CM's as for ImagiNations?)
That would probably mean that those CM's have to do Fantillusion too that night?  Wouldn't that be awesome????  Lots of butterflies, dancers, ...  :D

Yeah, I now get the impression of not only more dancers than what we have now in total (cast and characters), but a ton of characters too  :P

More CMs means better parades everywhere. Also, Stars And Motorcars can be big too as they are not floats, merely cars. Almost anyone could drive those, so they don't need skilled float drivers. So excited about the cast size as that must also reflect the scale and budget of the whole parade, no?  :shock:

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY  :P

...Are there any news for the parade? ;)

Didn't someone say that this parade already exists in an American Disney Park? Are there any pictures about it? I'm so curious  :ears:

Quote from: "Nala_84"Didn't someone say that this parade already exists in an American Disney Park? Are there any pictures about it? I'm so curious  :ears:

There were rumours that we'd get the "Share A Dream Come True" parade from WDW's Magic Kingdom, but this is untrue.  Our new parade will be totally unique! :D

It might be a while until we find out more, get an official press release or a logo or anything - the resort hasn't even reached its 14th Anniversary yet!  :(  :wink:

Has there been any news lately about the new parade?

We got told that EPC got a preview of the parade a few days ago.  Models and concept art were shown to the CM's backstage.... Does anyone know more?

I start in epc in 2 weeks... so will hopefully keep you all posted when i c all the concept stuff for the new parade!

thx babybert and gl at EPC

From the DLRP press release about the 15th Anniversary celebration

QuoteIt starts the moment you step onto Main Street, U.S.A.®. Before you know it, your toes are tapping to the spectacular new Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade. But they're not the only ones tapping. You might just get a tap on the shoulder from the hand (or paw) of a famous Disney Character. Mickey, Minnie, Baloo, or Cinderella! They're all here to re-live with you the most beloved Disney stories like never before. Be our guest: Dance. Sing. Do everything you've dreamed – in new Character locations created for this very special year.

I got some more information from my EPC friends.  It looks like they're evaluating the use of trampolines and other acrobatic stuff.

New creative text:

Imagine a dream that lasts the whole year...
Imagine seeing some of your favourite dreams on parade. Adventure. Friendship.
Romance. All of them come to life before your very eyes.
Imagine joining Mickey and friends in a once-in-a-lifetime chance to relive some of
your favourite Disney moments and stories, with some of the most recent and timeless
Disney Characters. Imagine being able to laugh, dance and skip-a-di-doo-da along
with the likes of Baloo, Cinderella, Timon, Woody and Pinocchio – up close.
Imagine you are here... for the all-new Disney's Once Upon A Dream Parade, a
yearlong new parade created just for the 15th anniversary of Disneyland® Resort
Paris. It's everything you've ever imagined. Find it all – along with surprises beyond
your wildest dreams. From April 2007.

Quote from: "raptor1982"Imagine seeing some of your favourite dreams on parade. Adventure. Friendship. Romance.

Do you think each float will feature a differently themed dream?  One for romance (princesses?), one for friendship (woody & buzz?), one for adventure (Jungle book?) etc..?  It does seem that they're using DL's Parade of Dreams for some of the inspiration here.  In the marketing text, at least...  :wink:

Yes, each float will have one of those themes and will feature 2 Disney movies.

I'm so looking forward to this parade :)! DO you think it could be possible to see pics of the floats before the parade will start?

A bit offtopic: Which parade will be there in 2008, after the celebration? The WWODP or Princesses Parade or another new one?

Quote from: "Nala_84"DO you think it could be possible to see pics of the floats before the parade will start?

Yes, hopefully!  I'm hoping they'll release some concept art visuals, like the ones they released for Walt Disney's Parade of Dreams at Disneyland CA.  They've got to release some kind of visuals before the celebration begins anyway, so that travel companies and so on have something to market the parade with...

Quote from: "Nala_84"A bit offtopic: Which parade will be there in 2008, after the celebration? The WWODP or Princesses Parade or another new one?

If it's a success (and I can't see why it wouldn't be), then Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade will continue to run after the celebration ends.  I doubt we'll see the floats of the WWODP for a long time... perhaps never again.  I heard they'll be kept in storage with all the other old ones though, which is nice.  They're Disney heirlooms! haha

A new parade is way to expansive to only use during one year. I guess will be seeing this parade for a few years.

And about this new parade: ABOUT TIME!

Quote from: "Sam"A new parade is way to expansive to only use during one year.

The Imaginations parade was only aroud for a year and that was probably very expensive aswell!

Quote from: "The Butlin Boy"

Quote from: "Sam"A new parade is way to expansive to only use during one year.

The Imaginations parade was only aroud for a year and that was probably very expensive aswell!

Good point, but it was also quite unpopular with most guests.  The floats were massive and needed a lot of looking after, and their height meant they couldn't be used if there was any sign of bad weather.

I think they'll learn from past mistakes with this new parade and hopefully create something that every guest will truly want to see return for many years to come.

What?! The ImagiNations Parade was unpopular with most guests?? I think this was the best Disney Parade I've ever seen :(

I think most people want to see scenes from movies they like and can recognize, together with the characters from those movies. The ImagiNations Parade was greet looking, but didn't really have that.

All castmembers on cdi and on dancers contract have had their evaluations for new parade, only a few from each group made it to try out thins like sky runner (bungee stilts) stilt walking and trampoling, theres not many dancers in the new parade and lots of characters. Still havent seen anything concept art wise, but people in evaluations did and said the floats look amazing!

Cool stuff, thanks for the info babybert! :wink:  Bungee stilts and trampolines sound brilliant!

Another present for you all!  Here's a concept visual released by DLRP:

Visual removed on request by Disneyland Resort Paris

The visual appears to be showing the opening float featuring the "Disney VIPs". As Mickey and Minnie gently float by the smiling purple moon in a sun-shaped hot air balloon, Donald and Goofy float on the clouds, fishing for dreams in the world of adventure and fantasy below them. Pluto and Chip & Dale meet and greet the fans in front of the float.

The parade's opening float seems to take the theme of "dreams" and wrap it up in more whimsy than we've ever seen before in a Disneyland Resort Paris parade.

Edit: Updated with higher quality version!

Lovely, I like the design and the sunny colours. Like they said, lots of characters but no dancers for that (opening) float.

The float seems in size smaller than the current parade, more in the like of the Disney Cinema Parade.

Wow, that's great!!  =D> Cool that they release so many things at the moment--thank you for showing it to us, Baloo :)

I think the opening float really looks sweet, awesome and also romantic! I'm so curious and can't wait to see this parade... or even new concept arts of the floats ;)

ove tthe colours but i thought it looks a little like disney dreams on parade at tdl but i love that float

Ok people, here are some spoilers from an EPC friend.


The Villains Float:
- Will feature a large Chernabog on top of its mountain, surrounded by the Disney Villains.  Jafar will be featured as its Snake alter ego, stretching all the way in front of the float.

Winnie the Pooh and Toy Story:
- Will be presented as a large book with on each side of the book a movie.

Princesses
- One float will be the garden with grass and trees
- The second float is a bridge which fades over into a crystal castle

That's all the information I got for now, will keep you posted.  8)

Apologies to those who are reading this topic today and missed out on the concept visual - they *were* officially released by DLRP, but it seems they're not too happy about them appearing all over the place yet.  They'd like to keep a bit of mystery about the 15th, since it is still many months away.  Not only could plans and details change between now and April, but if the images and logos got into general circulation too much, then people may postpone visits until next year, which isn't good for DLRP at this point.

If you're desperate to see the visual, try to find the website which copied the image from here and beautifully removed the "copyright Disney" stamps I'd put on it (to stop such a thing happening), then posted it online without even a single mention for their source...

Edit (12/07/06): Since the visual is now everywhere due to that other website, I put it back online myself: http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/images/2 ... oncept.jpg (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/images/20060710-parade-concept.jpg)

I don't know if this has already been mentioned so sorry if it has.
Apparently, the order of the floats will go like this:
1) Mickey and Minnie. With the most known Disney characters, called the Imaginations float
2)Alice in Wonderland - Pinocchio
3)Toy Story - Winnie the Pooh
4)Peter Pan - Mary Poppins
5)Disney Villains
6)Lion King - the Jungle Book
7)The Little Mermaid - Aladdin
8)Disney Princesses

the princesses at the end?
thats not like dlrp in any parade that has haf pincesses. is it going to be a big float like the staircase?

Quote from: "Dlrpfan"the princesses at the end?
thats not like dlrp in any parade that has haf pincesses. is it going to be a big float like the staircase?

Yes, I think so.

Yeah I believe it will be a similar size, but obviously a different design this time. People are describing the float as big and "articulated", meaning the float will be in 2 or more sections so it can get around corners more easily.

This was also the case for the old Princess float (I seem to remember) and also the Casy Jr float that is currently in use.

Here is the latest info on the new floats including descriptions of what they are like, courtesy of the dlp.info forum

QuoteFloat 1: "Dream of Imagination"
Mickey and Minnie, on board a sun-shaped hot air balloon, gracefully introduce the parade with Pluto, Chip and Dale partying in front of them. On their magical travels, the gang seem to have found themselves attached on a smiling silver moon, sprinkling with stars. Donald is forever trying to with upon one, but Goofy's got his sight set on fishing for... bubbles!

Float 2: Dream of Fun and Laughter
In her larger than life form, see Alice out of her wonderland and trapped in White Rabbit's doll house. The huge audio-animatronic Alice depicts the scene beautifully and full of movement, but Pinocchio finds the dancing deck of cards rather funny! In his brightly-coloured setting, he's about to put the bounce into your parade!

Float 3: Dream of Friendship
A huge storybook tells Disney's favourite tales of true friendship. On one side, Winnie The Pooh is fresh from a visit in Hundred Acre Wood, whereas Woody from the Toy Story movies has his own army of Toy pals!

Float 4: Dream of Flight?
Flying its way through the proceedings is a glittering ship from Peter Pan, destined to Neverland. Aboard are Peter and Wendy, but an uninvited crocodile friend is lurking just below! Trailing off into the distance, the Big Ben London skyline sets the scene for our next adventure. Riding a carousel horse above a fluffy cloud, Mary Poppins makes a jolly holiday out of everything.

Float 5: Dream of Power
Towering high upon a rocky mountain, Chernabog rules the roost over all that is evil! Taking villainous command are Scar, Ursula and Jafar, each determind to turn this dream into a nightmare! Jafar's snake-like alter-ego even goes to the trouble of extending himself further in front of the float to scare all those who star at him.

Flat 6: Dream of Adventure
Characters from The Lion King and The Jungle Book bring this unit to life, with adventures fresh from the jungle. Timon, Pumba, Baloo and King Louie get the tribal celebrations going, with a herd of their favourite carnival animals marching in front of them.

Float 7: Dream of Romance (Part 1)
Among the lush flowers and green grasses of a royal palace garden, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin and Jasmine prepare for a fairytale finale.

Float 8: Dream of Romance (Part 2)
Leading from the enchanted fairy garden, a bridge elegantly sweeps back towards a huge crystal castle. Here for the occasion are the royal couples from Sleeping Beauty, Snow White and Cinderella, with Beauty with her beastly prince too!

very dreamy lol

I really like the float names of this parade, they've obviously spent a long time designing it all.  I think the "Dream of Flight" might be "Dream of Fantasy" though... :?

The final two princess floats are going to be brilliant, and it sounds like the first float will have some bubble machines...

One thing... Audio-animatronic Alice?!  I doubt she's going to be a full AA... :lol: It seems weird to not have her there in person though, that hasn't proven very popular in parades of the past.

Well seemed to work for Ursula in Parade of Dreams, that float is actually rather impressive, and then there's the whole idea of Inflatables uised in Fantillusion, so maybe it's not always needed to have live actors playing the characters in the parade :wink: .

Look at this new french advertising:

Click here:
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Cool huh? Here are some zoomed in pictures of the floats:
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That's brilliant, thanks for posting it! :D

(ps, is it sad of me to be coming on here on holiday to catch up with dlrp?) :lol:

I shouldn't think so! Once the forum has infected you, it could be fatal not to regularly visit! :P

what was dlrp advertising on the advert?

They are organising a two castings for the new parade. It says the time, place and how to get there. More interesting: the wages; between 1267 - 1473 € (with taxes).

They are casting in the UK this week also for the new parade.

Glasgow was on Sunday, Leeds was yesterday and they are at London today.

After talking earlier to Daniel (Parade Casting), he said they have no idea about dancers for the new parade, and most the anniversary celebrations are still in early planning, as final budgets have only recently been allocated.

 But they have been been told to recruit more people then normal - as next year the character presence over the whole resort will be "raised considerably".

The floats will arrive in Paris in January, and rehersals will begin early February. Musically the parade will feature an upbeat, but classical sounding track, with character voices for each float. There will be musical variations for each float too.

QuoteMusically the parade will feature an upbeat, but classical sounding track, with character voices for each float. There will be musical variations for each float too.

Everything we were hoping for.  8)

Do you know where they're building the floats?

Great info, thanks for sharing! :)

"Upbeat but classical" sounds nice.  I've been thinking something like the second section (about 2:15 in) of Fantasy Suite of Dreams would be perfect.  It's lovely and classical, and they could remix it to remove the slower sections and make it all upbeat.  You can fit the words "once upon a dream" over the top easily too.

Anyone else heard that?  I wouldn't be surprised if that's the kind of style, something very storybooky, to contrast with WDS' showbizzyness.

The fact they've only just had budgets confirmed doesn't surprise me - I read somewhere that they're going to do a full formal announcement with a press release for the 15th Anniversary in November.  Conveniently, that will be just after the 2006 Annual Report, and so they'll know how much money to spend...

I saw the parade in concept art. It looks very promising.
Very colorfull. And it looks so completely different to Wonderful World of Disney Parade / Princess Parade / Disney Villain Parade.
Sorry, but I can't / may not yet show anything for the moment.

lt already sounds very good!!!

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Perhaps the Toy Story part (above) will look like the float at Hong Kong (below)
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Is the Toy Story section at the front of the float or the back? I can't tell...

Looks like some kind of cowboy camp at the back, but then the front doesn't scream "Winnie the Pooh" to me either...  :? The storybook at the front makes it more likely to be Winnie I suppose.

Front is Toy Story back is Pooh's Birthday Party

Hehe, if I had to guess, I'd say the same thing. The really big shapes at the front relate more to Toy Story than Winnie. Well spotted with the design though! That float actully does look pretty cool, but not very dreamy...

I saw an early colour plan of this float in April - so I cheated a little!  :lol:

I don't know where these are from, but they're here!!

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I think these visuals are the ones in the upcoming 15th anniversary official brochure... any bets that they'll be "removed at the request of Disneyland Resort Paris" by this afternoon? :P

The article also mentions special scents in the air as each float passes, that Alice's head will be 2.5m high, and the villains float will use a "lava stream" effect like Parade of Dreams.

They also say it'll debut on 1st April, which is different to the 31st March date everyone else has been saying.

Anyway - it looks incredible!! :D

Edit: Btw, interesting that the first float seems to have a "15" on it.  The whole thing is sooooo beautiful.  I don't want to be over-confident, but this really could be the best daytime parade ever... We've waited long enough to deserve it, I think.  :D

wow the peter pan one looks amazing! i just cant wait to see them for real!

31th is the press preview.  It's like the Halloween season starting one day earlier.

QuoteI think these visuals are the ones in the upcoming 15th anniversary official brochure...

I can assure you, you'll see this visual again ;)

The key visuals look extremely well done. It seems like a really nice parade (at least the floats look good). If Vasile Sirli can create a powerfull, enchanting score with it, then it might be classified as "great". But the first part of the project I can give you my opinion about (the floats) seem really good.

Great!!! How many floats will there be???

Quote from: "Miss Tinkerbell"Great!!! How many floats will there be???

Huit! The final float will be split into two sections aswell.

Here's a run-through: http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thann ... eamparade/ (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/)

I'll post the float listing on the first page of the topic actually, that'd be helpful...  :wink:

Sorry l missed that!!!  lt looks great!!! l'm definately going to see this!!!

Hey, great pics! :)

The ImagiNations Parade was (in my eyes) the best daytime parade ever, ways better than the WWoDP. But this here seems to become beautiful, too, especially the first float seems to be typically Disney. Really looking forward to it :)

Quote from: "Baloo"I don't know where these are from, but they're here!!

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WOW they look amazing, I can't  wait to see this parade

Really can't wait for this one, 15th anniv celebrations r gonna be awesome, im gonna hav to get me a trip over there next summer!!

Post can now be found here: viewtopic.php?t=1222 (https://forum.dlpguide.com/viewtopic.php?t=1222)

French newspaper Le Parisien reveals the music will be arranged by Steve Sidwell.  It will be a "little bit jazzy" and is being recorded in London by the 100-strong Royal Philharmonic Orchestra!  Looking at http://www.stevesidwell.com (http://www.stevesidwell.com), he makes note that he's working on the "Disneyland Paris parade music for 2007-2010".  So that confirms it'll run for at least 3 years.

The music is said to be "a little bit jazzy", and the article mentions a lot that he's "modernising" the Disney Classics - they point to his past work on the film Moulin Rouge.  Sounds like it could be good!

As with the castle article, I'll translate it very soon.

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From wency77 on DCP forum.

New Le Parisien article about the Parade:

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Katy Harris always seems really nice, and that costume looks lovely. :D The parade already feels like it'll have influences from the Kids Carnival, which is no bad thing.  Right now, i'm imagining a mix of the WWODP, Walt Disney's Parade of Dreams, Kids Carnival and a touch of Moulin Rouge for the parade!

And 105 performers is pretty good too!

i really cant wait, are there any more photos of the new floats or drawings yet released

Hey all!

Found out today from my friend in the EPC and she told me that the new parade song was played to them... she said its very funky, very disney and kinda sounds like Busted!! Don't know what to make of that!!!  :D

Note that there are 2 different songs.  One is the pre-parade song (and most probably the 15th Anniversary song as well) which is called "Just like we dreamed it".  

The actual parade music is far more classical and will be different for each float.

Yeah i LOVE the new song! And the floats musics are great too, very Philharmonic and jazzy for the Toy Story float. It reminds me of the Parade of Dreams whick is a good thing ^^! The models we saw today were amazing, especially the Poppins/Pan and the last one! We saw some costumes too as the new one of Donald, Belle and Snow White (dress covered with shiny silver flowers) and dancers: Pirates, Flowergirls and a pupeteer from Pinocchio.

I'm jealous i've not heard any of the music  :(

Oooo thats all very interesting Kinou!! It's not fair that we're being teased like this though!!!! I can't wait to see some pictures, of SOMETHING in the near future!! :lol:

Two of the costumes...

Quote from: "DLRP Today"Finally, the series of photos take us into the colourful Costuming Workshop at the ImagiNations building, backstage at Walt Disney Studios, for a glimpse at two stunning new dresses created exclusively for Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade. The dresses featured are Belle, from Beauty and the Beast, and the "one that started it all", Snow White.

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Along with rich, glistening fabrics and remarkable attention to detail, the dresses have been peppered with beautiful gold-laced leaves, petals and flowers (roses for Belle), allowing them to match perfectly with the garden-themed "Dreams of Romance" finale float where they will be featured. This is the first time such a high level of customisation has been used to allow the dresses to match their floats.

Pictures thanks to Photos Magiques.

http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/2007/01/ ... esses.html (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/2007/01/turtles-cars-and-two-fabulous-dresses.html)

How beautiful are they?!  I'm not normally bothered about costumes, but... wow! :shock:

Normally you only see dresses like these in America!
Beautifull!  :shock:

I agree, they do look very nice :)

:shock: Just...wow... *In love with those dresses*

well done! that are wonderful costumes :stitch_bounce:

Great, Disney is on fire the last few months and more to come with all those new rides and parades  :D/

I wanna have the Belle dress, please ;) Really pretty dresses so far...

These are so beautiful, it really gives an indication that Disney wants this to be successful, just all these little details that probably won't even be noticed all that much.  Do you think we will return back to WWODP/Princess parade or will we have this parade for many years to come? Otherwise it would be a bit of a waste of money...

Quote from: "DisneyBud"These are so beautiful, it really gives an indication that Disney wants this to be successful, just all these little details that probably won't even be noticed all that much.  Do you think we will return back to WWODP/Princess parade or will we have this parade for many years to come? Otherwise it would be a bit of a waste of money...

Well considering the floats from wwodp/pp are probably going to be getting crushed, I highly doubt we will see a return to wwodp.  The dresses are definately amazing to see, so nice to see details being added.  This parade should be amazing, if they are going to this length, I hope.  Bring on April :D .

O I didn't realise that lol, does anyone know where/when? Maybe we could salvage a piece of a float for sentiment lol

Cinderella's, Snow White's and Dumbo's floats will be saved and used for future events.

Quote from: "raptor1982"Cinderella's, Snow White's and Dumbo's floats will be saved and used for future events.

Because of your comment, you reminded me of something. What are they planning to do during Halloween and Christmas? I suppose they are going to decorate Once Upon A Dream like they did with Wonderful World of Disney Parade? I dont think that a Villians overlay during Halloween will be as effective as previous years.  :?

"once upon a nightmare"
"once upon a christmas?"

Quote from: "Mansion Staff""once upon a nightmare"

That sounds lame. For example, how are they going to theme the Mary Poppins and Winnie the Pooh parts of the parade then?  :?

uh....
 :P

"Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade" is still scheduled to run right through to March 2008, no mention of any kind of overlay...

I actually think it'd be stupid of them to add a seasonal overlay to it before they've even got 1 years worth of use from it.  People visiting in October might not have seen the parade yet, so maybe they should be given the "proper" experience?

I wouldn't be surprised if they just had something like that Stitch Cavalcade as the main Halloween parade instead.

If they keep the Santa float from christmas then they can just stick that on the end of the parade at christmas I suppose :idea:

Some stills I managed to grab from the behind-the-scenes video on disneyland15.com:

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You wouldn't believe how many times I had to play it to get them right, it goes so fast!

weel done they are cool pics, the flots are looking good looking foward to seeing the finished thing :!:

Me too!

And the little house is the Alice-float?

:D Thanks so much for the stills! :( My computer is too crap to play videos, so I'm so glad to see these! :shock: The Alice float looks amazing!

Is it just me or do these floats seem really small?

they do look quite small on the pics but i am sure they will be bigger when they are finished, pics can be very deceving :!:

Compared to the designs, these are a lot smaller than I imagined. Especially the Alice house! That appears massive on paper, but in real life it's dinky  :o  :(

Forced perspective anyone?  :wink:

One of the many Disney Tricks of the Trade, Iexpect we can count on it!! :lol:

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Fab 5 costumes for OUADP!

Source: Scrooge on Disney Magic Interactive forum

Awesome! The costumes look fantastic :)

costumes look grat cant wait to see the others!
love the matalic colours  :mickey1:

Yes the costumes really look magical. just better than I had expected. Oh I can't wait to see them myself. I mostly like the Cinderella dress in the corner.

Just Like We Dreamed It

Is it just like you dreamed it?

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Source: Mouetto, Disney Central Plaza forum

MEGA SPOILER! Music from the parade presentation during the shareholder AGM!  This will be the parade stop music for Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade.

Now I understand why people said it's like High School Musical. :lol:  Sounds great though, thumbs up over here. *puts on repeat*

Sorry the link doesn't work for me.  :(  It opens just a merchandise.  But I'm sooo curious.  :roll:

Crud! Can´t download the file cause all "download-slots" are occupied. :(
Maybe you can croon some lines for me :lol:

Quote from: "Riebi"Crud! Can´t download the file cause all "download-slots" are occupied. :(
Maybe you can croon some lines for me :lol:

I'm working on getting the lyrics down now, they're really nice. :wink:

The song takes a bit of getting used to.  It's definitely different to Dancin', but after a few listens I guarantee you'll be hooked.

Wow I strangely really like it, sounds very modern yet still holds the magical quality songs like dancin have.  Can't wait to hear this through the park's speakers :D .  The beginning is very walt disney parade of dreams type, seems to have the same sound to it. :)

Isn't the end of the song brilliant!! The character version of the song is really good too - even better I think.

For those who can't download the song yet, the chorus lyrics go...

Just like we dreamed it,
as far as I can see,
Just like we dreamed it,
as good as good can be.
 
And I know its so much better,
if we dream it up together,
Just like we dreamed it, to life - magicallllyyyy.

woops - mistake reply.

just found this on the dlrp site :P
Lyrics to the new parade song
 
http://www.dlrpmagic.com/cdarchive/lyri ... med-it.htm (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/cdarchive/lyrics/just-like-we-dreamed-it.htm)

:D Wooow. :lol: I don't like Minnie Mouse (I'm a Daisy Duck fan), but I love that outfit! :) So pink and shiney!

:P And those lyrics sound so delightful!

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Yeah the costumes are wonderful. The princesse's dresses are soooooo beautiful, but I don't like the pink colour of Aurora's dress. I prefer blue for her. But anyway the costumes are beautiful. And I just downloaded the parade music. At the beginning I thought is that really a song for a parade. Because it started so slow. But then as the singing started I began to like that song more and more. And now I love it. Oh I'm so excited I could cry. And now I know which CD I need to buy at DLP. They will release it on CD don't they ?!

love chip and dales outfits they look great in the green :D

:P Well Disneyana, pink if my fave colour. I was never fond of Aurora's blue dress because Cinderella has a blue dress too. :D So yay for the stunning pink dress!

:D And wow, Beast's costume is amazing! *Is just so impressed* :x June needs to hurry up and get here!

wow wow wow just listened to the new song, it is fantastic we all love it cant wait to hear and see it all put together now  :stitch_bounce:  :minnie:

I like the new costumes, sooo much detail, but I don't think it looks right that Cinderella has gold gloves, that's my only gripe.

Yeah I don't like the gold gloves too. And Belle's dress is defintely the beautifuliest.

Concept art for all the floats can be seen below:

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They look AMAZING!!! :D

Yeeeeees I heared the new song now!
And yes I´m hooked. It´s a wonderful song and IMO much better than the catching rhythm song. Much magical, elaborate, classic and nevertheless modern.  :wink:

And WOW HOOKED again about the parade floats! Thank you for the pics!

Luvin the colour designs instead of the silouettes we've had for ages. Can't wait to see them in real life, well the whole parade in fact!!!

YAY!!! at last some concept art!!!

The "Dream of power" float seems so evilish :twisted: !

They all look amazing!!!  Congratz Katie Harris!

Quote from: "Sigton"The "Dream of power" float seems so evilish :twisted: !

I've already found my favorite float. I can't wait to see it in real life.  :twisted:

Oh yes the concept art looks great. And I think the design is in a way totally different as the parades we had . I really love it. Thanks for posting the photos.

While I was looking at the Lion King/Jungle Book float, I had to think about Simba on Pride Rock. Will he be an animatronic just like in California? The Lion King setting looks very similar to the Lion King float of Parade of Dreams.

Well the first night rep starts tomorrow - so if anyone wants to hid in a bush on Central Plaza, you can get an advanced preview of the full parade.  :lol:


*Not that I'd ever recommend such behaviour.  :)

:( Can someone please open up the big float pics and resize them to something like 800 x 600 please? :oops: Because they're so massive, they never finish loading. My interenet connection keeps timing out. *Really wants to see them*

I resized them to about that here:

http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/2007/02/ ... cepts.html (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/2007/02/once-upon-dream-parade-in-concepts.html)

Hope they work. :ears:

:D They do work! Thanks Baloo! :)

*Will post again once she's had a look at all of them*

:lol: Fave = Villain Float. :D I wonder if Chernabog will have moving wings! *Would be so impressed if he did* :) I think the final Princess float will be an absolutely amazing finale. :P It all looks almost too good to be true.

;) Shall we start taking bets on how many Forum members will be brought to tears when they see this Parade?

all if the characters on the floats, will they actually be characters or puppets do you think,

Greetings from in-side the magic....

just to let you know the once upon a dream parade will have interaction on the parade route it will stop 3 or 4 time and some of the charactors will get off the floats and interact with you all... also eash parade float has its own theme and music along the way..it will be the most magical show ever so enjoy the dream the sparkle and more as there will be more hmmm donald may even shower you with gold dust !!!

Don't think we have seen these models but these are screenshots from the mini 15th anniversary documentary that was on German Disney Channel.

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Really looking great, the winnie the pooh side, definately see how similar it looks to the old out of place tree stage on the Royal castle Stage.  The Toy Story section still seems out of place, i'm still very against pixar attack on Disneyland Park.  It seems to look too modern in many ways, compared to the very classical style the other sections of the parade seem to focus on.

That pooh one is excellent and I agree, Disney Pixar kinda belongs in in WDS

Greetings from in-side the magic...

Remember the story book on castle stage this float looks like it as you turn a page something new will happen.. the concept of toy story and winnie on this float is to say play times and the most watched .
Its a good idea that as the parade comes towards you there is joy to see buzz woody jess but like in many story books as one page turns another opens surprize winnie tiggar piglet and more..classic storys..The new once upon a dream parade is for sure a dream to see, enjoy and well done dlrp for making this 15th birthday much more than dreams....

More and more: It will be a wonderful parade!

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hey, do you think they will surprise guests with doing the new parade, as im going 22nd - 26th march. what are the chances of seing it????

I don´t think they will do something like this.
The Birthday´s start is in April and the need some WOWs for then.

An instrumental version of "Just Like We Dreamed It" has appeared on disneyland15.com...

http://www.disneyland15.com/?r=home&l=uk&c=uk#parade (http://www.disneyland15.com/?r=home&l=uk&c=uk#parade)

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"An instrumental version of "Just Like We Dreamed It" has appeared on disneyland15.com...

http://www.disneyland15.com/?r=home&l=uk&c=uk#parade (http://www.disneyland15.com/?r=home&l=uk&c=uk#parade)

Oh yes, I didn't notice! How awesome.  Jorien just told me they're using this as the hold music on the reservations hotline too. :)

*Records sound*

I hope people don't think that's the final music though.

I haven't listened to any of the music before, and when it started I was like eek, what is this, it doesn't sound like a parade, doesn't have the energy of Dancin' etc, but then it got going, and I really like it.

It's even better with the words!  :)

Also remember that this is not going to be used as Dancin' was as the "travelling" music, it will be used only for the parade's show-stops.

Quote from: "stuarthulluk"hey, do you think they will surprise guests with doing the new parade, as im going 22nd - 26th march. what are the chances of seing it????

You'll be very lucky indeed.

You'll be able to catch the farewell Princess/Wonderful World of Disney Parade on the 23rd then get to see Once Upon A Dream the next days....  :wink:

Quote from: "kinou"You'll be very lucky indeed.

You'll be able to catch the farewell Princess/Wonderful World of Disney Parade on the 23rd then get to see Once Upon A Dream the next days....  :wink:

ARE YOU SERIOUS!!!!!!

please tell me you are...... is that correct

Quote from: "stuarthulluk"

Quote from: "kinou"You'll be very lucky indeed.

You'll be able to catch the farewell Princess/Wonderful World of Disney Parade on the 23rd then get to see Once Upon A Dream the next days....  :wink:

ARE YOU SERIOUS!!!!!!

please tell me you are...... is that correct

That's what I heard too!

Hm...
I got an invitation for the press event and there is written, that the we will be the first to see the new Parade...and this event is on the 30thmarch-1st april

Yes that what I´ve heard too.
But maybe it´s something like a "soft opening" or a "dress or general rehearsal" to see the reaction of the visitors and make last changes.

yeah it was like the press event for Buzz where the guest were "the FIRST" to ride it :D!

The parade will run for a week before the press event in order to be able to adjust any late problems.

The anniversary blog (though only the French one?) has a photo of bungee rehearsals...

http://fr.blog.disneyland15.com/2007/03 ... s_pou.html (http://fr.blog.disneyland15.com/2007/03/des_bungees_pou.html)

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For the Pinocchio section of Dreams of Laughter and Fun.

LOL that definately is funny to see, ah it's nice to see progress in such things, Disney definately are stopping at nothing with this publicity are they :wink: .

The latest show & parade times reveal the grand, official premiere of Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade will be at 14h45 on 31st March 2007.  It will then be performed at 16h00 every day from 1st April onwards.

14:45 I believe now Ant.

But get there earlier anyway.

The Cinema Parade will be moved to 12.15 exceptionally for this day too.

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"14:45 I believe now Ant.

But get there earlier anyway.

Ooops yeah, I don't know I typed that.  It's strange to have the DLP parade at something-45.  I guess the earlier times are something to do with the press event?

I hope crowds don't build too soon for the parade... It's been that long since there was a new parade, and there's so much anticipation... I can imagine people camping out all morning on Main Street. :?

Quote from: "Baloo"

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"14:45 I believe now Ant.

But get there earlier anyway.

Ooops yeah, I don't know I typed that.  It's strange to have the DLP parade at something-45.  I guess the earlier times are something to do with the press event?

I hope crowds don't build too soon for the parade... It's been that long since there was a new parade, and there's so much anticipation... I can imagine people camping out all morning on Main Street. :?

Well , with all the negative comments by castmembers on the parade , I don't think the fans are that enthusiastic anymore  :?

Excuse me?  I've only read positive comments on Disney Central Plaza by all CM who have seen the parade.

And the CM's I've spoken with all love it.  Maybe it's just the fans who keep on complaining on message boards about the size, without even seeing the actual parade.

Really? Yesterday I spoke with a castmember that kept complaining about
everything! The size of the floats were defenitely too small! The last 2 floats
were rubbish! And overall he rather had the old parade back  :?


btw , here a new image of the parade! I think it's the float with the little mermaid on it ! //http://stud.hro.nl/0786078/IMG_2389.JPG

Is it still shedules for the 24th march

Quote from: "Japper"Well , with all the negative comments by castmembers on the parade , I don't think the fans are that enthusiastic anymore  :?

Eh? I've heard comments like that in some cast circles, but not the majority and not those who have seen the floats in the park!

There were some small concerns over the size of the parade, and the space for certain characters.

The main problems were the Pinnochio units' bungee hoist being shorter than first thought.

The balloon for Mickey and Minnie being too small, and the Gazebo for Belle and the Beast too small for both the costumes.

But all these have been accounted for and where needed characters moved, floats adjusted and choreography changed, and the outlook for the parade is extremely positive - everyone I know is buzzing and very exciting for it.

Well , that's good news!

I heard it from 3 castmembers who watched it in the nighttime at thursday!
They complained about rafiki not fitting under the tree. The figures at Alice'
float looking like muppets. One said that the final two floats looked like crap.
And that the stops didn't add that much..

 :? Well , we will see it next saterday!

(sorry for the bad english)

Not sure if whichever cast members' who are complaining about the size have see the parade in the park or backstage, but the "forced perspective" in the park makes the floats look much bigger and impressive.

If you look at the current floats backstage they are not really impressive at all, they look smallish and the wear and tear after 15 years is really beginnning to show on most of them.

I think this kind of bad publicity is really not needed before the parade is launched. Many cast have been part of the WWODP for so many years and to finally launch a new parade in the park is a big, exciting and proud thing for them. I have heard enough "it's too small" comments now and it just brings down the moral and mood of the cast involved, without justification considering it's 2 weeks still before the offical premiere.

It is smaller (less height) than the Wonderful World of Disney Parade - that's not going to be denied and you should prepare for that, but its not "too small" just different from what we are used to. However, the parade brings with it many things that make it unique and different but still magical: the details on the floats, animated float features, the confetti effects, the scents, the lighting effects, the different characters, the show-stop features, more detailed costumes, more diverse music and lots more too.

Do you need to crane your neck up to the sky to see Belle? Cinderella's float is widely thought of as the best float in the parade - and thats not towering into the sky, but the details is what makes it special. And the details on the new parade are very impressive and captivating.

People shouldn't judge the parade until it premiers in full on 31st March.

Sorry for that rant.  :wink:

Well said Poppy, some people are maybe too quick to criticise but like you say, things are just different, not worse - it's nice to see someone stick up for the changes

Good! That really makes me looking forward to next saturday!

 :)

Brilliant post Tom (Poppy), I totally agree.

Their last new parade at DLP - ImagiNations - failed in part because the floats were too big and there weren't enough characters, so I understand what they're doing with this one.

I think Once Upon a Dream will be a much better "show" than WWODP.  All those cool features Tom listed, the parade stops, confetti, the AMAZING music... it feels like such a complete package with quality all over.  I haven't seen it yet - lol - but right now it feels top quality.  I guess in 2 weeks time I'll have made my mind up for real.

From anything I've seen of the parade, yes it is smaller. The experience, detail etc is most important however, but the size will be particularly apparent around the Central Plaza area. Fantillusion has small floats too, but since it is dark you have little way to relate its size to anything else.

It is nice to see the whole space infront of you filled with a spectacular float, yet allowing your other senses "absorb" the magic will intensify anything you see too. All this being said, if I had the choice of a small float or a larger version of the same quality, I'd pick the bigger one.

How can a parade that's been many years in the making get spacing wrong? I can't believe parts of the floats are not big enough to fit the characters and they may seem cramped. It's very careless indeed and could give the impression that the parade hasn't been thought through - something Disney does to put it ahead of its rivals. I'll reserve my judgement until I've seen the entire thing ;-)

Hey there, having witnessed the new parade (though not in full as all the floats arent finished yet though are being sent out due to rep) I can say wow, this is a great parade. The floats are terrific. Especially the villians float!! The size thing really doesnt matter because they still look big and the detailing on them are amazing. The music is very disney and the interractions are great aswell. Oh I love the toy story/winnie float, very cool indeed!!! I think people are going to love this parade, just glad I got to see the sneek peek!!

Oh this size thing is a load of rubbish in my opinion. Most people like Disney's Cinema Parade, but as I recall the floats are smaller than that of WWODP.

Plus, when set among the towering studio one - and the sheer amount of open space along the parade route, nobody has ever complained the parade looks 'small' - so im sure DOADP will be fine.

Don't judge until you see the full showmanship.  :D

Don´t make bad moods!

I´m sure the parade will be great! Size doesn´t matter! With a plus of dancers, characters and effekts the can pulling handcarts to make a wonderful expierence!
I´m sure the new parade will be a success.
All the characters, the new music, the effekts: real disney expierence.

Some cool new "fun facts" about the parade's music:

- The entire music score features around 150,000 notes!

- The prestigious Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of London performed the 'Once Upon a Dream' score of each float led by Steve Sidwell - an orchestra of 70 musicians with 120kg of sheet music!  The orchestra was recorded at Steve Sidwell's base in Angel Studios, Islington, London, over a period of 10 days.

- Spread across the 8 floats are 66 speakers and 22 subwoofers, playing the individual soundtracks from multi-channel readers on board each of the floats.

More here (including descriptions of the music style for each float):
http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thann ... /music.htm (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/music.htm)

Quote from: "Baloo"Some cool new "fun facts" about the parade's music:

- The entire music score features around 150,000 notes!

- The prestigious Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of London performed the 'Once Upon a Dream' score of each float led by Steve Sidwell - an orchestra of 70 musicians with 120kg of sheet music!  The orchestra was recorded at Steve Sidwell's base in Angel Studios, Islington, London, over a period of 10 days.

- Spread across the 8 floats are 66 speakers and 22 subwoofers, playing the individual soundtracks from multi-channel readers on board each of the floats.

More here (including descriptions of the music style for each float):
http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thann ... /music.htm (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/music.htm)

Cool!!  :D

The parade will be underway right now... :o  I feel nervous just sitting here, hundreds of miles away...

I'm making the most of the fact this topic will be a no-go area soon, I'm going to try not to see anything until Friday/Saturday.  Let's see how long that lasts... :P

wonder if they can get the 1st parade done without the rain

Quote from: "miss disney fan"wonder if they can get the 1st parade done without the rain

Now that's the challenge!!

Here they are!!! The very first photos from the parade (including rain)!!!!!

http://www.photosmagiques.com/gallery/once_upon_a_dream (http://www.photosmagiques.com/gallery/once_upon_a_dream)

Shame about the rain. :( I hope it went without a hitch!  And great job with getting the photos, I'm very impressed!

*Baloo collapses under the pressure of not looking at the the first photos*

I shall now abandon this topic and leave you all to discuss the Once Upon a Dream...  :wink:

I am amazed.... :o  :o  :o  it is superb :D  best parade ever! On sunny day it will be even much more impresive.

Do you know why there is aladdin and snow white 2 times??

Can someone post a video here,.... pleassse?? :D  :D

We need a video!!  :D

The Villans float looks superb!

Absolutely superb, I love the new parade, 6 days and I get to see it for real.
The villains float is amazing and Malificent is something else  :D

Thanks for the amazing first photographs.

Wow, really stunned, my impression was perhaps hindered by the rain, but it is still an amazing parade. At first I didn't realise who Maleficent was, but her costume is brill, and the last two floats, WOW!

WOW I´m realy impressed!
Seems to have lots of special effects! I love it!!

Very nice

Is anyone else finding the photos slow to come up or is it my connection?

Quote from: "DisneyBud"and the last two floats, WOW!

Really :S I like every float except for those last two. They are really really ugly!

same as you dave, very slow

Quote from: "miss disney fan"same as you dave, very slow

Thanks, I was worried it wasmy end.  It must be everyone looking at them.

It looks cool and all, but those floats are indeed small, and the number of cast members used seems much smaller too.  Difficult to tell, and I know it hasn't officially started, but it does not seem as grand as previous parades.  Also, I will be worried when the effects start to malfunction, they decide to reduce the amount of cast members and cut the bungee puppets.  I really hope this does not happen, but DLP's track record is not good.

I am looking forward to seeing this first hand, and finally we have a new parade - hurrah!

I love the Villains float though!

Even with the rain it looks amazing.  Can't wait to see it in real life.

Well I've gone through them all now.  Some nice parts - Peter Pan, Pinocchio, Jungle Book/Lion King, Toy Story and Villains. Love the puppets - both bungee and stily walkers, love the African animals.

I know it has not formally begun, but I hope there is more.

The floats are not anywhere near as grand as the last 3 parades, and there seem to be far fewer cast members.  The last two floats are ugly too.  I hope the music and vibe is good, because I am quite underwhelmed by these pictures.

Oh well, let's see what I think when I see them for real in 11 weeks.

Has anyone filmed it?

Quote from: "DUDZROC"Has anyone filmed it?

No videos are available as of yet but I am sure someone has.

Cant wait to see it

Neither can I. Should be great. You can watch the last ever Princess' Parade by the way, if you would like to do that.

what a full video?

No. But this link shows them disappearing into the distance for the last time:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFGhzHjX9Ds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFGhzHjX9Ds)

Yes its a bit sad, wonder why they'll scrap steamboat wille :(

On themepark you can find some cool pictures!
http://themepark.nl/ubb/ubbthreads.php? ... Post290427 (http://themepark.nl/ubb/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=290427&Main=7946#Post290427)

(//http://dump.powermage.nl/dave/DSC00524.JPG)

wow  :mickey1:

it looks great cant wait too see it first hand  :ears:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs (http://youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs)

It's hard for me to judge this parade by a few pics, but I will try to form an opinion. Ofcourse I have to see a video of it, hear the music or even better: see it in person, but in the meantime I will give you my first impressions.

Dreams of Imagination (float 1); This float really sets the stage for the parade in my opinion. Visually it looks great, although I cant help thinking that the float should have been made on a slightly larger scale. By the way, take a closer look to the fiber optics on the moon... awesome! There is even a "Once Upon A Dream" sign at the back of the sun! For some reason the moon reminds me of the moon at Space Mountain- de la Terre a la Lune, but I guess its just me... I like to think that its a tribute to one of the best attractions of the last 15 years, but I guess its just wishful thinking haha.

Dreams of Laughter & Fun (float 2); Personally, I think this is the worst float. Its small and I am not impressed by the design of the Wonderland characters. On the other hand, look at the details one again... this time its the eyes of Alice that caught my attention. The Pinocchio part isn't that special to me but the costumes of the performers contain a nice style. Nothing special, but certainly not bad in my humble opinion.

Dreams of Friendship (float 3); Toy Story seems well excecuted. Just a bunch of characters on a float. The height of the float seems more impressive then the previous 2 floats. Besides that, take one more look to the details; the awesome calculator near Woody. Awesome! The Pooh part of the float looks extremely small. The style of this part is great, from the tree to the table, and from the lamps to the hunny pots... its simply quality. It's just too small once again. I would have loved to see more characters around that table and behind the float... but the bouncing Tigger makes up for that!  :wink:

4) Dreams of Fantasy (float 4); Now its getting interesting. This float looks already worthwile from a distance. The cartoony style is a new approach on the Peter Pan theme, but I quite like it actually. The Big Ben even has its details and the skull in front of the pirate ship has asewome green lights in its eyes. One thing that bothers me is that Peter Pan and Wendy are difficult to see. Maybe its different in real life, but thats my impression. The Mary Poppins section seems like a waste of space.

Dreams of Power (float 5); One word; beautiful! The lava effect looks awesome and the Malificent costume is breathtaking. I'm not sure if Ursula moves or talks like in Parade of Dreams, but she looks great. Its already my favorite float!  8)

6) Dreams of Adventure (float 6); The Lion King section seems like a small incarnation of the Lion King float of Parade of Dreams. I also like the height of the float, for some reason it makes a float far more impressive to me. There is only one thing that I don't like about the style of this float: the grass and the tree look to plastic and cartoony to my taste. I would have liked to see a more realistic approach, but I think its a only a minor thing.

Dreams of Romance : Part 1 (float 7); this float looks fine too me. Personally, I've no band with those princesses at all, so I dont really mind. But the float looks fine. I like the details once again; the fiber optics at the Mermiad part of the float. There is only one weird thing; why are there 2 pairs of Alladin and Jasmine? That is really odd and should be changed immediately!

Dreams of Romance : Part 2 (float 8 ); this float is in the same style of the precious float. It seems fine to me, but not really my cup of tea. By the way, is that Snowwhite once again? Its really weird to see 2 pairs of Snowwhite once again. :?

Conclusion; ofcourse I can only comment on the pics I have seen so far; but from what I have seen I really think this is a winner. Its clear that the same design team of Parade of Dreams developed this parade too. Great. Although some floats are quite small, the effects and details are high quality. One thing I noticed was that the parade looked messy, and thats because of the lack of the dancers I think. I never bothered, but I think they should be added once again, it gives the parade more consistency. But apart from that, I think that Once Upon A Dream Parade can easily compete with its American cousins.

Quote from: "Maarten"By the way, is that Snowwhite once again? Its really weird to see 2 pairs of Snowwhite once again. :?

I think it's because some of the pictures are from the show mode, where the characters leave the floats :)

Quote from: "Maarten"Conclusion; ofcourse I can only comment on the pics I have seen so far; but from what I have seen I really think this is a winner. Its clear that the same design team of Parade of Dreams developed this parade too. Great. Although some floats are quite small, the effects and details are high quality. One thing I noticed was that the parade looked messy, and thats because of the lack of the dancers I think. I never bothered, but I think they should be added once again, it gives the parade more consistency. But apart from that, I think that Once Upon A Dream Parade can easily compete with its American cousins.

I don't believe this production was designed by the same team that did DL USA's Parade of Dreams.  I believe this parade took much of its influence and inspiration from Parade of Dreams, but the design was done exclusively in Paris.  

It truly looks wonderful, and I can't wait to see video pop up - oh, and a cd release!!!  
I would love to see it on a bright sunny day coming down Main Street- photos would probably show up better as well. Maybe thats why some seem to not think too highly of it yet- the rain and dreary atmosphere that day don't make the photos or video come out as nice.

Quote from: "tcsnwhite"

Quote from: "Maarten"Conclusion; ofcourse I can only comment on the pics I have seen so far; but from what I have seen I really think this is a winner. Its clear that the same design team of Parade of Dreams developed this parade too. Great. Although some floats are quite small, the effects and details are high quality. One thing I noticed was that the parade looked messy, and thats because of the lack of the dancers I think. I never bothered, but I think they should be added once again, it gives the parade more consistency. But apart from that, I think that Once Upon A Dream Parade can easily compete with its American cousins.

I don't believe this production was designed by the same team that did DL USA's Parade of Dreams.  I believe this parade took much of its influence and inspiration from Parade of Dreams, but the design was done exclusively in Paris.  

Ah okay, I didn't knew that. Ow, I remember Tristane at the 15th Blog said something like that. Well, in that case they indeed took a lot of inspiration from Parade of Dreams. Thats a clever move, simply because that parade is curently the best daytime parde in the US Disney parks in my humble opinion.

http://jerome.magicrpm.com/index.php (http://jerome.magicrpm.com/index.php)  :D

Yea as Martin said the pictures show first the showstop, where Aladdin and Jasmine, Snow White and Prince leave their respective floats and dance in front of the First Dreams Of Romance Float, after the stop they go back to their floats. There is defiantly only one of each character in the parade.

Ursula moves and talks in a very realistic way.

And Peter and Wendy only spend a little time in the house - their dialouge means they are often running around the ship shouting at Hook.

And the cast numbers have been upped not cut, there was normally 75 in the WWODP today about 100 were in the OUADP, but your right more dancers are needed!!


Heres a little video, but it doesn't do the parade justice really considering the position and weather.....

http://jerome.magicrpm.com/index.php (http://jerome.magicrpm.com/index.php)

:shock: Just. WOW.

:D Maleficent's costume is just incredible! And I'm so chuffed that Scar is on the Villain float! :o Also, I think I see Cheshire Cat on the Alice float!

http://www.photosmagiques.com/gallery/o ... m/DSC07437 (http://www.photosmagiques.com/gallery/once_upon_a_dream/DSC07437)

:) There's pink and purple stripes to the bottom left of the float, so I'm like 99% sure that it's Cheshire! *So happy* :P

All the floats are beautiful! I got a real sense of "reach out and touch" from these pictures, like the people there were just inches away from the characters ON the floats. :lol: *Hopes this makes sense to people*

Quote from: "Masamune"

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Post by: shell_ely on March 25, 2007, 10:20:25 AM

just watched the video and it sounds like they are not playing one sone all the way througth but diffrant for each float !  what about the new song ?

love the parade thougth  :ears:

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Post by: davewasbaloo on March 25, 2007, 11:05:26 AM

Maybe I was too quick to judge, seeing the parade, the effects are excellent!

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Post by: Disneyana on March 25, 2007, 12:07:28 PM

The parade looks wonderful. I like this very colourful style. And all the floats are magically beautiful. The last two princess floats are gorgeous. The only sad thing, it seems like there are no life characters on the Alice float ?!  :shock:

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Post by: penfold12 on March 25, 2007, 01:33:48 PM

I understand where your coming from Davewasbaloo. I saw the photo's and thought it was ok. Then just watched the full video, and it looks fantastic! The Villans float blew me away. Ursula is just great. On the video, the final two floats are a real fitting end too!

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Post by: Masamune on March 25, 2007, 04:08:31 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"Yes he's there!

(//http://www.dlrp.fr/news/upload/dlp/onceupon/premiere/petitparadedreams22.jpg)


pic from dlrp.fr

:( I'm only seeing a Red X!

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Post by: DisneyBud on March 26, 2007, 01:07:20 AM

wow, i really like the music!!

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Post by: -b-e-n-9-5- on March 26, 2007, 08:28:57 AM

weres the video?

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Post by: Jayna62 on March 26, 2007, 12:02:22 PM

:pluto: The floats in the parade looks great, but not sure about the music, i could change my mind when i'm watching the parade in the park.

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Post by: davewasbaloo on March 26, 2007, 12:16:34 PM

Quote from: "Jayna62":pluto: The floats in the parade looks great, but not sure about the music, i could change my mind when i'm watching the parade in the park.

I know what you mean, it's more like the generic stuff in the US parks now.  I used to really love Dancing a Catchy Rhythm - such a feel good song.

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Post by: shell_ely on March 26, 2007, 04:56:40 PM

just watched the video again and i realy am not sure about the music ,it sounds like there are to many diffrant sounds playing and it just sounds realy noisy with no theme  wish they just had the one song playing all the way througth !
will this change i thought there was a new song?  :cry:

what do you think?

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Post by: DUDZROC on March 26, 2007, 04:56:58 PM

Quote from: "djdisney1"weres the video?

there I think//http://youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs

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Post by: Anthony on March 26, 2007, 05:09:50 PM

Quote from: "shell_ely"just watched the video again and i realy am not sure about the music ,it sounds like there are to many diffrant sounds playing and it just sounds realy noisy with no theme  wish they just had the one song playing all the way througth !
will this change i thought there was a new song?  :cry:

what do you think?

The new song - Just Like We Dreamed It - is used to open the parade and during the show stops.

I haven't watched the videos, I'll wait until Friday to hear how it sounds actually in the park before judging.  I don't think a video camera amongst the crowd can quite capture the music the same.

Should DLRP continue using Dancin' for eternity?? I think its time has passed.  On its own, the orchestra-style float music sounds great, but I can imagine it might be a bit of a nightmare getting it to blend together.  I wouldn't say it's "generic" like the US parks at all, it certainly has more than enough of its own style and I'm so glad they aren't just playing a single song on a loop anymore.  Dancin' was the most generic song ever.  Great and wonderful, but generic.

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Post by: shell_ely on March 26, 2007, 07:38:52 PM

thats good then i was just hopeing that they would be using a song we could all love like dancin i just thought that they had changed there mind as i could not here it on the video  :ears:

and i do think its great that they have got a new parade and song i guess it is just change and hoping that it will live up to all our expectations that bothers me  :pluto:

cant wait to here what you think of the parade! when do you get back?

hope you take us some great photos  :pluto:

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Post by: Masamune on March 26, 2007, 07:45:55 PM

Quote from: "Masamune"

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"Yes he's there!

(//http://www.dlrp.fr/news/upload/dlp/onceupon/premiere/petitparadedreams22.jpg)


pic from dlrp.fr

:( I'm only seeing a Red X!

:D It works now! :lol: OMG, that's so awesome. :P I know what side of the road I'll be standing on!

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Post by: Samninetysix on March 26, 2007, 10:40:39 PM

Quote from: "Baloo"

Quote from: "shell_ely"just watched the video again and i realy am not sure about the music ,it sounds like there are to many diffrant sounds playing and it just sounds realy noisy with no theme  wish they just had the one song playing all the way througth !
will this change i thought there was a new song?  :cry:

what do you think?

The new song - Just Like We Dreamed It - is used to open the parade and during the show stops.

I haven't watched the videos, I'll wait until Friday to hear how it sounds actually in the park before judging.  I don't think a video camera amongst the crowd can quite capture the music the same.

Should DLRP continue using Dancin' for eternity?? I think its time has passed.  On its own, the orchestra-style float music sounds great, but I can imagine it might be a bit of a nightmare getting it to blend together.  I wouldn't say it's "generic" like the US parks at all, it certainly has more than enough of its own style and I'm so glad they aren't just playing a single song on a loop anymore.  Dancin' was the most generic song ever.  Great and wonderful, but generic.

Aren't you defending it before you've heard it???

I agree with what was said above - it seems a complete move away from whats gone before musically. I can't remember a time before when a parade song/tune has not instantly been a hit

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on March 26, 2007, 11:42:41 PM

Quote from: "Samninetysix"I agree with what was said above - it seems a complete move away from whats gone before musically. I can't remember a time before when a parade song/tune has not instantly been a hit

But it is a complete move away - that was the plan!!

Dancin' was a complete move away from the first disney classics parade - which had a similar musical format as the Once Upon A Dream Parade is using, with each float having it's own musical presence.

To be honest I'd of prefered to have a constant underliner on the park speakers with variations on each float (like Disney's Cinema Parade and Fantillusion), it much easier to perform that way too, as the music can be pretty confusing if the park's speakers are out of sync with the floats and the music hasn't caught up to the correct float.

But the score on the first float is fantastic, the chorus version of "Just like we dreamed it" is really good - I'm sure most would agree.

When you watch the parade in the park - everything comes together much better, everytime you change dream you will hear the dreamy "when you wish upon a star" before the music of the next float is played through park speakers - it does sound confusing on the videos, but works much better in the park.

The only thing I don't like is the very random way the words "Just Like We Drrreeeaaammmed it" blasts through all floats at certain points for a couple of seconds - it sounds, even in the park, like someone has pushed the wrong button. I know what wanted to be achieved - but it doesn't work.

And inital reaction in the park has been really postive - with people in tears at the end of the parade as the princesses dance to their tear-jerking score.

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Post by: stuarthulluk on March 27, 2007, 01:35:33 AM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"

Quote from: "Samninetysix"I agree with what was said above - it seems a complete move away from whats gone before musically. I can't remember a time before when a parade song/tune has not instantly been a hit

I've heard it all, and seen it all.

But it is a complete move away - that was the plan!!

Dancin' was a complete move away from the first disney classics parade - which had a similar musical format as the Once Upon A Dream Parade is using, with each float having it's own musical presence.

To be honest I'd of prefered to have a constant underliner on the park speakers with variations on each float (like Disney's Cinema Parade and Fantillusion), it much easier to perform that way too, as the music can be pretty confusing if the park's speakers are out of sync with the floats and the music hasn't caught up to the correct float.

But the score on the first float is fantastic, the chorus version of "Just like we dreamed it" is really good - I'm sure most would agree.

When you watch the parade in the park - everything comes together much better, everytime you change dream you will hear the dreamy "when you wish upon a star" before the music of the next float is played through park speakers - it does sound confusing on the videos, but works much better in the park.

The only thing I don't like is the very random way the words "Just Like We Drrreeeaaammmed it" blasts through all floats at certain points for a couple of seconds - it sounds, even in the park, like someone has pushed the wrong button. I know what wanted to be achieved - but it doesn't work.

And inital reaction in the park has been really postive - with people in tears at the end of the parade as the princesses dance to their tear-jerking score.

hey i agree with you, i was very lucky, i got to go on thurs and just came back....the new parade is fantastic,,,,,,, the all have smells and stuff which is wiked...and i got to see the last princess parade.... and my god, it was huge 12 dancers for each float.... and 40 plus characters and the steamboat willie dancers were back..... was so gooooood.......... i miss it already. we watched it right at the end of the route, and the dancers were crying.... emotional or what....

but they new parade is very good. im loving it....very impressed by the puppets and animatronics........

a few hicups that made me chuckle....

saw it saturday, and one of the heads fell off the lion king animals infront of the parade during the stop..... so they done the stop with no head with the guid running around with it... then finally deciding to plonk it right infront of the float tyers..., commical...

and mon....., we watched it on mianstreet, they done the stop but the 1st float then kinda stalled, and didnt move for bout 5 mins..... which was strange.....so afer that the whole parade was rushded......, ive never seen the princess section go that fast!!!!!, it was speeding down the street.

seen it 3 times and its sooo gd with all the voices..... and it really does all work..... urusal is f***ing amazing

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Post by: Kris on March 27, 2007, 01:50:12 AM

I agree with people's views on the "just like we dreamed it" blasts. They really do come across as very random. A better way of implimenting the idea would be to re-record those "transitions" in the style of the next float so at least it doesn't seem out of place.

With that asside, the music does work very well however I would have prefered the underliner system if given the choice. The best thing about this idea is that you can hear all the character dialogue really clearly as they pass!

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Post by: kurgly_bird on March 27, 2007, 07:36:23 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNw ... er&search= (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNwE2c&mode=user&search=)

a brief clip of the alice float, there are a few others. not great but yknow.

Charlotte

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Post by: shell_ely on March 27, 2007, 10:48:20 PM

wow  :ears:

changed my opinon completley just seen one of the parade stops and it was fantastic , love the song and when you look at diffrant clips of the floats they are all great on there own with there own sounds  :mickey1:

all i can say is sorry disney i was too quick to judge ,cant wait to see it for real now  :ears:

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Post by: Kristof on March 28, 2007, 04:11:58 AM

Here are some more photos from the parade during a nice sunny day!

http://www.photosmagiques.com/gallery/o ... eam_parade (http://www.photosmagiques.com/gallery/once_upon_a_dream_parade)

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Post by: shell_ely on March 28, 2007, 08:46:25 AM

great photos  :ears:

the sun makes them look much better  :pluto:

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Post by: Riebi on March 28, 2007, 02:47:52 PM

Looks great in the sun!  :D

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Post by: Soap on March 29, 2007, 11:50:05 AM

:shock:  looks very, very good!

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Post by: Philharmagic on April 01, 2007, 07:26:01 PM

I talked to most of the creators of the parade (show director, costume designer, composer, songwriter, designer) and I'll put all that on my blog (it's in French), one each week. The first one is now available. It's a long interview with Katy Harris, show director of the parade. It was a lot of fun! I hope you'll enjoy it and find lots of info about the parade.

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Post by: tcsnwhite on April 03, 2007, 09:41:31 AM

Quick question-

Since the official start this past weekend, were there any more performers added to the parade?  
I believe someone mentioned that the full cast wasn't out for the previews, so I was just wondering?

thanks
tc

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Post by: Hilary on April 03, 2007, 09:35:31 PM

You know what? I'm spending a stupid amount of money going to DLRP by myself for a couple of days this July.  It's really pretty stupid - and yet, when I look at those parade photos, I know it will be worth every penny :D

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Post by: shell_ely on April 03, 2007, 09:55:41 PM

Quote from: "tcsnwhite"Quick question-

Since the official start this past weekend, were there any more performers added to the parade?  
I believe someone mentioned that the full cast wasn't out for the previews, so I was just wondering?

thanks
tc

good question ! i was wondering this too  :ears:

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Post by: maleficent_mum on April 06, 2007, 04:30:00 PM

The parade is superb, even my 2 boys who were never that keen on the Princess Parade loved it. I'll just post one pic of my favourite float
(//http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p9/disquizjan07/disney07066.jpg)

The outfit maleficent is wearing is superb, it almost looks as though she's on fire.

Can anyone tell me though, who is the dragon on the end of the Prince/Princess' float ?

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Post by: Patrick on April 06, 2007, 07:41:06 PM

Quote from: "maleficent_mum"The parade is superb, even my 2 boys who were never that keen on the Princess Parade loved it. I'll just post one pic of my favourite float
http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p9/d ... y07066.jpg (http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p9/disquizjan07/disney07066.jpg)

The outfit maleficent is wearing is superb, it almost looks as though she's on fire.

Can anyone tell me though, who is the dragon on the end of the Prince/Princess' float ?

That would be figment, a walt disney world character from epcot I believe, no doubt an inside joke from disney themselves :wink: .

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Post by: Hilary on April 06, 2007, 09:35:34 PM

Oh of course! Thanks for that.

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Post by: maleficent_mum on April 07, 2007, 12:31:20 PM

Thankyou for the info I was sure I'd never seen him before.  :)

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Post by: The Butlin Boy on April 08, 2007, 01:23:14 AM

One word - FANTASTIC!!!

Well done DLRP. All of the floats look amazing, I can't wait to see it myself :D

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Post by: ChipChap on April 08, 2007, 10:57:16 AM

I saw it again on Saturday, but I am a little bit disappointed of the music.

Perhaps it was not normal and only a technical problem, but on Main Street USA there was no music for the parade. Only music came out of the floats.

They did not even play Just Like We Dreamed it or did an announcement...The normal Area Music from Main Street USA faded out when the first float has already passed :( There was no atmosphere and between the floats there was no music.

I hope this is only a problem and not normal...

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Post by: disney_dudette on April 08, 2007, 02:01:52 PM

HEy everyone!
Dose anyone know where I can get the music for the parade?
I've got the version with words but I would love the version without the words...
Oh well thanks for the help.
Bye!!! :pluto:

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Post by: Japper on April 08, 2007, 02:02:52 PM

Quote from: "disney_dudette"HEy everyone!
Dose anyone know where I can get the music for the parade?
I've got the version with words but I would love the version without the words...
Oh well thanks for the help.
Bye!!! :pluto:

It's on the official disney site! Go to the parade part and then click on the notes!

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Post by: tcsnwhite on April 08, 2007, 11:23:07 PM

Quote from: "ChipChap"I saw it again on Saturday, but I am a little bit disappointed of the music.

Perhaps it was not normal and only a technical problem, but on Main Street USA there was no music for the parade. Only music came out of the floats.

They did not even play Just Like We Dreamed it or did an announcement...The normal Area Music from Main Street USA faded out when the first float has already passed :( There was no atmosphere and between the floats there was no music.

I hope this is only a problem and not normal...

I heard it had some big technical difficulties the past week or so a few times.  Other than that, folks have been sayiing it was all going smoothly.  

The parade is brand new, and it may very well be the case (as what happens at times with new parades), that many tweaks will be made in the first few weeks to months of it showing.  Also, there were a lot of brand new technical aspects introduced, as well as a whole new sound system- so it may take a while to get these things to run perfectly.

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Post by: Nath on April 11, 2007, 04:34:28 PM

Heya guys, sorry for being a pain, but does anyone have the new parade music! It's absolutely brilliant, I was just wondering could someone send me the song if anyone has it! It would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
-Nath

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Post by: Kristof on April 11, 2007, 06:05:43 PM

Nath, it's not allowed on these boards to request illegal file sharing.  :wink:

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Post by: Nath on April 11, 2007, 06:17:21 PM

Appologies! :)

Title: Music on Floats
Post by: TowMater on April 21, 2007, 10:11:08 AM

The Music on the floats has been comfirmed in Early March!!!

Dreams of Imagtion
"When you wish Upon a Star"
"Just Like we Dreamed It"
"Some Imstrumentel Music"
"Zip-a-Dee-Do-Dah Zip-a-Dee-Day"

Dreams of Laughter and Fun
"Alice in Wonderland Theme and Hi Diddly Day"
"Some Alice in Wonderland Music"
"Give me a whistle"
"I got no Strings"

Dreams of Friendship
"You got a Friend in Me"
"Winnie the Pooh"
"Some Cowboy music"
"The Tigger Song"

Dreams of Fanasty
"Following the Leader"
"Supercailfragxilsxpaildocus"
"You Can Fly"
"A Jolly Holiday with Mary"

Dreams of Power
"Ursula and Scar saying their dreams with some Fantasia Music"
"Be Prepared"
"Fantasia Music"
"Poor Unfortanet Souls"

Dreams of Adventure
"Circle of Life"
"I wanna Be like You"
"I Just can't Wait to be King"
"Bare Nessitices"

Dreams of Romance Part 1 & 2
"Part of you're World"
"A Whole new World"
"Beauty and the Beast"
"Some day my Prince will come and Once Upon a Dream"

Title: None
Post by: TowMater on April 21, 2007, 10:16:57 AM

QuoteChipChap wrote:
I saw it again on Saturday, but I am a little bit disappointed of the music.

Perhaps it was not normal and only a technical problem, but on Main Street USA there was no music for the parade. Only music came out of the floats.

They did not even play Just Like We Dreamed it or did an announcement...The normal Area Music from Main Street USA faded out when the first float has already passed  There was no atmosphere and between the floats there was no music.

I hope this is only a problem and not normal...


I heard it had some big technical difficulties the past week or so a few times. Other than that, folks have been sayiing it was all going smoothly.

The parade is brand new, and it may very well be the case (as what happens at times with new parades), that many tweaks will be made in the first few weeks to months of it showing. Also, there were a lot of brand new technical aspects introduced, as well as a whole new sound system- so it may take a while to get these things to run perfectly.

It was the Villians Float what has some big technical difficulties, It did it a couple of times later and before sadly so I think the float "may" be removed.

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Post by: tubbsy on April 21, 2007, 11:18:00 AM

Oh NO! Thats a shame. It would have been great to see the complete parade.

Fingers crossed they get it sorted.

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 21, 2007, 12:56:16 PM

There are no plans whatsoever to remove the Villains float from the parade.

It has been running like a "dream" recently.

Title: Re: None
Post by: Patrick on April 21, 2007, 08:25:20 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"It was the Villians Float what has some big technical difficulties, It did it a couple of times later and before sadly so I think the float "may" be removed.

The float itself is fine, it's mostly down to the engine inside it cutting out, plus I highly doubt dlrp would spend all that money and remove one of the greatest floats in the parade :lol: .

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Post by: Masamune on April 21, 2007, 11:23:11 PM

:shock: That's the most depressing rumour ever.

:P I'm not worried though. Like Pat said, there's no way they would spend all that money on making a superb float, just to pull it out of the Parade because of a few engine problems.

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Post by: Kristof on April 21, 2007, 11:43:16 PM

Don't worry, Poppy the Monkey confirmed that the Villains float won't be removed!!!  Technical problems happen, even at Disney.  :lol:

Title: No Subject
Post by: TowMater on April 22, 2007, 12:55:40 AM

Yes, I know that Accidents can happen but I'm worried aswell but I just thought but removing one of the greatest and catchiest float in the parade to be removed but That will happen when some float line ups change for example:

Dreams of Imgaition
Dreams of Friendship
Dreams of Power
Dreams of Laughter and Fun
Dreams of Adventure
Dreams of Fanasty
Dreams of Romance (Part 1)
Dreams of Romance (Part 2)

They removed the Dumbo float in August 2006 but that was only when it is being re-painted and re-modled for Disney's Character Express.

They removed the new floats from WWODP in 1999.

So what will be removed next? The Disneys Cinema Parade's Studio Van Truck?

Title: New Engine
Post by: TowMater on April 22, 2007, 01:00:31 AM

I bet what DLRP needs for that Float is a new engine - I bet that the engine inside now is a old one and I think that's why it keeps breaking down.

But if DLRP does get a new engine for it then the float MIGHT be removed for a week or two but they normally do construtions at night sometimes so they might do it then.

Title: Re: No Subject
Post by: Patrick on April 22, 2007, 12:06:01 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"Yes, I know that Accidents can happen but I'm worried aswell but I just thought but removing one of the greatest and catchiest float in the parade to be removed but That will happen when some float line ups change for example:

Dreams of Imgaition
Dreams of Friendship
Dreams of Power
Dreams of Laughter and Fun
Dreams of Adventure
Dreams of Fanasty
Dreams of Romance (Part 1)
Dreams of Romance (Part 2)

They removed the Dumbo float in August 2006 but that was only when it is being re-painted and re-modled for Disney's Character Express.

They removed the new floats from WWODP in 1999.

So what will be removed next? The Disneys Cinema Parade's Studio Van Truck?

Just to clarify the old wwodp floats were removed in 1999 to make way for imagiNations parade, also the studio van truck WAS removed from the cinema parade for a time last year and also was not even included originally in the parade line up.  This new parade is not even a month old, stop deciding what will go already, cost cuttig is something Disneyland Paris seem to be trying to stop lately if you hadn't noticed :wink: .

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 22, 2007, 10:13:58 PM

And all the engines are brand-new!

Its good to speculate, but there should be some fact behind it.

The float won't be removed in the foreseeable future. But technical problems happen all the time. The other week the Alice float was missing for 2 days, but its back again now, it happens - just enjoy and don't worry about the "behind the scenes" management side.

Title: None
Post by: TowMater on April 23, 2007, 08:56:32 AM

Gasp!

What happened to it and when did it happen?

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 23, 2007, 12:51:59 PM

Its back now!

It is removed at certain times of the year (oct/nov) when less cast are allocated to the Disney Cinema Parade.

Title: None
Post by: TowMater on April 24, 2007, 08:47:53 AM

No I meant the Alice float what happened to it?

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 24, 2007, 01:33:58 PM

Just engine trouble. Nothing major!

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Post by: ChipChap on April 24, 2007, 05:42:30 PM

I think it is strange that there are so many engine problems now...The old floats were in use for a very long time and I can't remember missing a float when I was there or I never heard of bigger problems in the last 2 years (only one time when a float broke down)

Did they took the wrong engines or just cheap engines? Really strange in my eyes, because a simple float engine is not that complex.

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Post by: tubbsy on April 24, 2007, 06:45:24 PM

When we were in DLRP in August, Sleeping Beauty was missing for a coupla days cos of engine trouble.

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Post by: babybert on April 25, 2007, 04:29:52 AM

A couple of times when i was dancing in the princes/wonderful world parade the sleeping beauty float broke down due to engine problems!! this was always at the "winnie" stage! Once i was dancing with the cinderella unit and we had to dance on the spot for about 10 minutes before sleeping beauty was rescued by the pick-up truck!! was a funny parade!!!

Title: new video of the once upon a dream parade
Post by: loaloa on April 28, 2007, 12:57:11 PM

Hello, you can see a brand new video of the once upon a dream parade ( and many photos )at:

http://disneyandmore.blogspot.com/2007/ ... o-and.html (http://disneyandmore.blogspot.com/2007/04/dlp-once-upon-dream-parade-photo-and.html)

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Post by: DisneyBud on April 28, 2007, 07:40:23 PM

Nice site and good videos etc you have there

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Post by: Riebi on May 02, 2007, 08:35:15 AM

Yesterday a saw a very nice broadcast about the Making of the parade on Pro7 ("Disney Filmparade")
It was the first part of two beginning last year in may with the scetches and reporting also about a big contest of 5 development teams which have to design a new parade for the 15th.
Next time they will show the castings and building of the floats.

Have somebody the video of it? I can not find it on pro7.de :cry:

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Post by: Simi-Maus on May 02, 2007, 11:41:58 AM

Riebi, do you know when the second part will be shown on PRO7? :?:  :ears:

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Post by: Riebi on May 02, 2007, 12:22:46 PM

I think sunday but I must look again

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Post by: Nala_84 on May 02, 2007, 01:07:44 PM

The next time they'll show Disney Filmparade will be on Thursday, 17th I think ;)! I saw this on the internet and hope that'll be the second part of the parade special :)!

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Post by: Riebi on May 03, 2007, 09:51:09 AM

Yes it must be the 17th. Pro7 is getting so incalculable with the "Disney Filmparade" broadcastings.  :lol:

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Post by: Kristof on May 03, 2007, 11:02:48 AM

Wait a minute, I didn't know Pro7 airs Disney Filmparade... We receive Pro7 since we have digital TV.  :shock:

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Post by: Nala_84 on May 03, 2007, 07:46:24 PM

Yeah, that's a great show, so if you have the chance to view it - then view it :)

But yes, unfortunately they are really incalculable! I wanted to record the show last sunday and they began 5 minutes earlier and so I missed an important part about the anniversary :(

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Post by: Owain on May 03, 2007, 08:56:25 PM

Quote from: "Nala_84"Yeah, that's a great show, so if you have the chance to view it - then view it :)

But yes, unfortunately they are really incalculable! I wanted to record the show last sunday and they began 5 minutes earlier and so I missed an important part about the anniversary :(

Is that channel on SKY ?

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Post by: Nala_84 on May 04, 2007, 01:09:46 PM

I don't know, sorry :( It's a German channel, Pro7...

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Post by: Dlrpfan on May 04, 2007, 07:42:17 PM

[quote="Owain]Is that channel on SKY ?[/quote]

no i dont think so i believe it is only aired in germany and the netherlands and belgim but not the uk (i think....)

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Post by: crunchie_lover on May 07, 2007, 11:01:29 PM

God I love this parade.

Does anyone know if there's a video anywhere of parade stop on the princess floats?

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on May 07, 2007, 11:13:17 PM

Just to let you know on the weekend of the 26th and 27th May in a first for Disneyland Park, the Disney's Once Upon A Dream Parade will be performed twice.

First as usual at 16.00 then again later at 19.30.

This is just a one-off I believe.

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Post by: penfold12 on May 07, 2007, 11:29:14 PM

Whats the reason for showing twice?

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Post by: Japper on May 08, 2007, 12:12:09 AM

They do that also in california! Cool!

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Post by: Patrick on May 08, 2007, 12:19:24 AM

Interesting idea, is something special occuring this weekend?  Or is it simply a way to keep the epc cm's busy :lol: .

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on May 08, 2007, 12:33:05 AM

I'm not sure why its happening to be honest.

People are guessing it might be a trial for the summer, or perhaps its just expected to be a really busy weekend, as Merlin is also starting again on that day.

Been looking around the main offical site and it doesn't have the schedule for that day yet, but the "hidden" agenda mentions it....
 http://www.disneylandparis.com/fr/parc_ ... arades.htm (http://www.disneylandparis.com/fr/parc_disneyland/parades_et_spectacles/agenda_des_parades.htm)

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Post by: ChipChap on May 08, 2007, 07:37:00 AM

By the way: On that weekend I have my next trip and I wanted to ask if there is also a later version of Candleabration?

Another interesting fact is: On the german website of DLRP is written: on 26th and 27th May: 10,00 - 22,00, but on any other website 20,00 is the closing time.

I know that this does not fit exactly, but please answer :D

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Post by: Kristof on May 08, 2007, 10:28:30 AM

Please use the trip planning board for these questions.

Poppy the Monkey, thanks for the news!   :D

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Post by: Snow White Queen on May 08, 2007, 06:33:30 PM

Just for information : the 26th and 27th of may, there will be two parades !!!
one the day and one the night :D  :D  :D

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Post by: Patrick on May 08, 2007, 07:41:14 PM

Quote from: "Snow White Queen"Just for information : the 26th and 27th of may, there will be two parades !!!
one the day and one the night :D  :D  :D

By the way this was already stated by member, poppythemonkey :wink: .

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Post by: anthony2k6 on May 08, 2007, 10:45:01 PM

why not do fantillusion in the evening instead??  :?:

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Post by: Patrick on May 08, 2007, 11:11:37 PM

Quote from: "anthony2k6"why not do fantillusion in the evening instead??  :?:

It is nowhere near dark enough in May at the time the second ouadp performance is.  Fantillusion only shows in the summer during July and August since it's at 10:30pm, when it's just dark enough anyway.

Title: None
Post by: TowMater on May 09, 2007, 09:02:12 PM

This is what I think about the floats:

Dreams of Imgation: A very lovely start with a sun shaped balloon and a realistic winking moon and also my favourite part on the float.... BUBBLES!!!!! 10/10

Dreams of Laughter and Fun: A very realistic Alice trapped inside the dolls house when she nods, winks and opens her mouth, The Pinocchio unit is a waste of space, Only a blue house and a clock tower and some stairs this part isn't very good to me but you just got to see the show stop of it! 7/10

Dreams of Friendship: Very catchy music while Woody, Jessie and Buzz dance on the float and the Green Army Man go in front of the float and dance aswell but this unit had bright colours. The Pooh unit is yet again a waste of space which only had a tree and a table. 9/10

Dreams of Fanasty: I like the ship part the most on this float yet again very catchy music I can't get the tunes out of my head! Mary Poppins unit is yet again a waste of space which only had a carousel and the Penguin waiters following the float. 8/10

Dreams of Power: One of the greatest floats in the parade! 3 statues, 2 people and 2 puppets and following the float is Flotsam and Joltson and yet again very catchy music and when Ursula and Scar talk it just look so real! 10/10

Dreams of Adventure: My favourite float in the parade! Very catchy music but the float is just too cartoony and the people with the drums ruin the float because this float was meant for Jungle animals not People. 10/10

Dreams of Romance: Such a great ending to a wonderful and lovely parade, even though these two floats are popalur for the girls when they see they're favourite princess on these two floats. 9/10

Title: Music Performed Live!
Post by: CafeFantasia on June 02, 2007, 01:05:21 PM

Hey, I don't know if this'll interest any of you. But, last night, I heard the Once Upon A Dream parade music performed live by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the composer Steve Sidwell. As you can imagine, it was pretty cool :-)

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Post by: DisneyBud on June 03, 2007, 01:30:06 PM

Hmm, I've just been deliberating, and was wondering what the cost might be to put on something as big as the OUADP? I mean the floats themselves must be expensive, and then there are the wages of the performers, drivers etc. Has anyone heard any rough figures? Or know an definite figures?!

Title: Re: Music Performed Live!
Post by: Anthony on June 10, 2007, 12:45:06 AM

Quote from: "Alan"Hey, I don't know if this'll interest any of you. But, last night, I heard the Once Upon A Dream parade music performed live by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the composer Steve Sidwell. As you can imagine, it was pretty cool :-)

Whoa!! Where was this?! Why did it happen?!

You are very very lucky Alan! :o

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Post by: CafeFantasia on June 10, 2007, 12:37:07 PM

Ah, at last, someone responds to my post. This was at the Royal Albert Hall in London. They were supposed to be doing only movie themes, but Steve Sidwell came out totally by surprise to conduct the parade music. Yes, I guess I was lucky to hear that :-) And they also played the "Captain Jack" theme from Pirates of the Carribean, oh, and E.T., Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Jaws, Indiana Jones, Superman, etc.

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Post by: TowMater on June 10, 2007, 05:46:11 PM

Does anyone have the URL for the full video of this parade filmed by dlrpmagic?

It was filmed on 30th March and I lost the URL for it.

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Post by: Anthony on June 10, 2007, 06:09:20 PM

TowMater, you can find a full listing of videos here:

:arrow: viewtopic.php?t=2293 (https://forum.dlpguide.com/viewtopic.php?t=2293)

There isn't a full parade video available on dlrpmagic.com though, but Patmagic.net has a great video available here:

:arrow: http://www.patmagic.net/media.htm (http://www.patmagic.net/media.htm)

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Post by: TowMater on June 10, 2007, 07:25:19 PM

Thanks Baloo, I'm going to save the Patmagic website to my favourites so I won't forget the URL.

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Post by: Nath on June 10, 2007, 09:31:22 PM

Me too, that's a great video by patmagic.

I was just wondering, my favourite part of this parade is the show stops, with the just like we dreamed it song. I've only seen a few videos of this parade and i've only come across two sections when this song is played, that was of the lionking float and the pooh float.

Was just wondering has anyone else got links to videos showing different parts of the parade do the dance to this song. I've seen a small clip of the alice in wonderland float and characters doing a fantastic dance, but it was only of half the song.

Also, do they only do the show stop once in the whole parade? Because I think to be honest that's the only exciting bit as there is no upbeat tunes besides the indevidual float songs.

-Nath

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Post by: TowMater on June 11, 2007, 08:55:42 AM

Quote from: "Nath"Me too, that's a great video by patmagic.

I was just wondering, my favourite part of this parade is the show stops, with the just like we dreamed it song. I've only seen a few videos of this parade and i've only come across two sections when this song is played, that was of the lionking float and the pooh float.

Was just wondering has anyone else got links to videos showing different parts of the parade do the dance to this song. I've seen a small clip of the alice in wonderland float and characters doing a fantastic dance, but it was only of half the song.

Also, do they only do the show stop once in the whole parade? Because I think to be honest that's the only exciting bit as there is no upbeat tunes besides the indevidual float songs.

-Nath

Tricky question, I've got a awnser.....

Don't worry when I'll go back there in Xmas 2008 I will film it for you.  :D

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Post by: Anthony on June 11, 2007, 05:13:27 PM

I think you can see the Imagination and Fantasy show stops in this video:

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1ntbn ... parade-pre (http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1ntbn_disney-once-upon-a-dream-parade-pre)

(The performers with flags for Peter Pan section are really amazing)

Hope that helps a little.

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Post by: Nath on June 11, 2007, 05:38:37 PM

Thanks very much Baloo ^_^

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Post by: TowMater on June 12, 2007, 08:37:53 AM

Nath, Here is a video of the Power show stop:

Link (//http://www.dailymotion.com/relevance/search/Once%2BUpon%2Ba%2BDream%2BParade/video/x1nley_parade-dream)

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Post by: Nath on June 12, 2007, 11:31:42 AM

Thanks TowMater, it's good to see some more stops, I wish they'd stop more than once though so people got to see different acts. I suppose it gives you another reason to see the parade again though. I have to say, there's never really enough dancing going on for my liking. Poor poi guys and jugglers who drop their things, I know it's horrible being in a spot light with things you can't control, atleast they stay calm and get on with things.

I still say the alice float is the best with dancing and entertainment, they really bring out the song and play up to it, although i've only seen half of that, I still say it's the most active and exciting.

Thanks again
-Nath :)

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Post by: jazzluvva on June 12, 2007, 06:17:04 PM

Well done to Steve Sidwell - its always nice to see a hardworking Jazzer get some well deserved success!!

Nice!!

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Post by: TowMater on June 12, 2007, 07:21:13 PM

I don't like the Laughter & Fun float, The Alice part is all crowded and the Pinocchio part only got a clock tower and some stairs following the float but it would be better if they added "Gepetto", "Honest John" and "Gidoen".

Btw... At my school today in music, the music teacher just got back from DLRP and he put the "Just Like We Dreamed It" song then he got some africian drums and we started to play to the song, It was kind of the Adventure show stop when we did that.

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Post by: TowMater on June 12, 2007, 07:24:25 PM

Quote from: "Nath"Thanks TowMater, it's good to see some more stops, I wish they'd stop more than once though so people got to see different acts. I suppose it gives you another reason to see the parade again though. I have to say, there's never really enough dancing going on for my liking. Poor poi guys and jugglers who drop their things, I know it's horrible being in a spot light with things you can't control, atleast they stay calm and get on with things.

I still say the alice float is the best with dancing and entertainment, they really bring out the song and play up to it, although i've only seen half of that, I still say it's the most active and exciting.

Thanks again
-Nath :)

These following show stops will come to you!:

Friendship (Toy Story)
Fanasty (Mary Poppins)
Imgation (On a sunny day)

I will try to fnd other ones soon!

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Post by: TowMater on June 12, 2007, 08:03:04 PM

Here are some videos of some show stops, Sorry if you seen some of them:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTiY8ZHjrec (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTiY8ZHjrec)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5pyv33JQ9U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5pyv33JQ9U)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOXcPbIu4tw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOXcPbIu4tw)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck6-Qgtd0rg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck6-Qgtd0rg)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNwE2c (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNwE2c)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az_nUz3htLI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az_nUz3htLI)

That's all of the good show stops but the last URL might not have show stops.

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Post by: Bowie on June 12, 2007, 08:44:46 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"Here are some videos of some show stops, Sorry if you seen some of them:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTiY8ZHjrec (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTiY8ZHjrec)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5pyv33JQ9U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5pyv33JQ9U)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOXcPbIu4tw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOXcPbIu4tw)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qP_srhK6Ajs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck6-Qgtd0rg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck6-Qgtd0rg)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNwE2c (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNwE2c)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az_nUz3htLI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Az_nUz3htLI)

That's all of the good show stops but the last URL might not have show stops.

Hey you posted my movie aswell :P It's the one with DISNEY'S ONCE UPON A DREAM PARADE in the beginning . I like the video's but ive seen them almost all. But thanks for posting !

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Post by: TowMater on June 12, 2007, 08:57:28 PM

Thanks Bowie,

Btw might the floats change round in Xmas 2008?

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Post by: Nath on June 13, 2007, 01:22:17 AM

Thanks again Towmater, you've been a great help!

I still say the alice float show stop is the best, the dance is exciting, featuring a lot of characters and performers, quite a complex dance for everyone in suits bar the mad hatter too, and it's also one the cutest as they really play up to the song, especialyl shown in this link:
//http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8WWuwNwE2c

I still feel slightly un impressed with this parade, as for me it seems very messy and the dances arn't that impressive compared to past things, there's no proper set out routine and the sadly I feel there arn't enough entertainers, but then again, I have not seen it in person. I am told it's a very different experience, so lets hope so.

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Post by: chinhk on June 13, 2007, 05:37:01 AM

Hi everyone, I will be visiting DLP on the 11th of July and am wondering if anyone knows where is the best place to wacth the parade? are the parade stops similar to the stops of fantillusion parade?? I know we can only see all three stops of fantillution parade at the central plaza but what about this new parade??

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Post by: MinnieMouse on June 13, 2007, 04:54:37 PM

We always stay at the Main STreet USA, near the Railroad Station (the Place in the Middle), from there you can watch along Main Street USA and see the parade comes closer and closer.

From there you can make very good photos. And the Parade-Stops are not so spectacular as the Stops from Fantillusion.


Alexandra

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Post by: TowMater on June 13, 2007, 04:54:45 PM

Quote from: "chinhk"Hi everyone, I will be visiting DLP on the 11th of July and am wondering if anyone knows where is the best place to wacth the parade? are the parade stops similar to the stops of fantillusion parade?? I know we can only see all three stops of fantillution parade at the central plaza but what about this new parade??

It's best to see this parade at Casey's Corner or near Sleeping Beauty Castle where you get 2 show stops, The Pooh stage is a good view to see the parade but it might get too crowded (Only 1 show stop) or down Main Street USA is also a good place where you get a great view of the castle (1 Show stop) Or where the parade route ends, You'll see the Imgation show stop and see the gates closing.

You can see show stops over YouTube and Dailymation.

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 13, 2007, 05:33:11 PM

I sat a little to the left of the Castle (a little) and It was amazing I saw the Toy Story then if I streatched a little I could see a bit Of Winnie The Pooh then If i turned my head I could see Pinocchio !
PLUS
I saw The Princess stop too !

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Post by: TowMater on June 13, 2007, 07:50:53 PM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"I sat a little to the left of the Castle (a little) and It was amazing I saw the Toy Story then if I streatched a little I could see a bit Of Winnie The Pooh then If i turned my head I could see Pinocchio !
PLUS
I saw The Princess stop too !

 :shock: You lucky devil!

Here are the show stops I haven't seen yet:

Laughter and Fun (Pinocchio)
Power (Scar & Ursula)
Romance (Part 1)
Romance (Part 2)

Quote from: "Nath"I still say the alice float show stop is the best, the dance is exciting, featuring a lot of characters and performers, quite a complex dance for everyone in suits bar the mad hatter too, and it's also one the cutest as they really play up to the song.

I like the dancers for the float but it's the float I don't like, But on it's premire (31st March) Had tons of characters & dancers, Have a look at these two:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNYSwB5IT3s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNYSwB5IT3s)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc)

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Post by: TowMater on June 13, 2007, 09:07:24 PM

Quote from: "Nath"I still say the alice float show stop is the best, the dance is exciting, featuring a lot of characters and performers, quite a complex dance for everyone in suits bar the mad hatter too, and it's also one the cutest as they really play up to the song.

I like the dancers for the float but it's the float I don't like, But on it's premire (31st March) Had tons of characters & dancers, Have a look at these two:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNYSwB5IT3s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNYSwB5IT3s)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUu_SN6B5Rc)

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Post by: Anthony on June 13, 2007, 09:19:35 PM

TowMater, please read our magicforum dos and don'ts (//http://www.photosmagiques.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1032) : you shouldn't double post like this.  If you've got something extra to say so soon after posting, just click "Edit" and add it to your original message. [/moderator talk] :wink:

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 14, 2007, 08:57:12 AM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"I sat a little to the left of the Castle (a little) and It was amazing I saw the Toy Story then if I streatched a little I could see a bit Of Winnie The Pooh then If i turned my head I could see Pinocchio !
PLUS
I saw The Princess stop too !

Quote from: "TowMater":shock: You lucky devil!

Aren't I just  :twisted:

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Post by: Masamune on June 23, 2007, 12:31:47 PM

:) This Parade was just like I dreamed it and more. The main thing I couldn't get over was the scents that accompanied the floats. :D They were just so good! And the floats themselves were beautiful. And the performers that went with the floats were brilliant too. :P Everything was perfect!

*Will type up an in-depth review in her Trip Report*

:o We got to see the Alice stop, the Jungle Book stop and the Princess stop! :lol: We actually saw the Princess stop twice because we wanted a better view the 2nd time.

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Post by: TowMater on June 24, 2007, 03:13:07 PM

Masamune, It sounds like you had great fun while watching the parade, 3 show stops in 1 day is good aswell.

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Post by: fly_with_me_dumbo on June 24, 2007, 03:43:02 PM

Quote from: "Masamune":) This Parade was just like I dreamed it and more. The main thing I couldn't get over was the scents that accompanied the floats. :D They were just so good! And the floats themselves were beautiful. And the performers that went with the floats were brilliant too. :P Everything was perfect!

*Will type up an in-depth review in her Trip Report*

:o We got to see the Alice stop, the Jungle Book stop and the Princess stop! :lol: We actually saw the Princess stop twice because we wanted a better view the 2nd time.

scents???? what do you mean, i havent heard of that!

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 24, 2007, 04:14:33 PM

Each float has their own scent which represents that style. (eg. Dreams of Adventure - Cirtis Fruits ect)

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Post by: fly_with_me_dumbo on June 24, 2007, 04:16:10 PM

oh god thats amazing, i must go tell my gran and mum!

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Post by: Kristof on June 24, 2007, 05:04:19 PM

From the first post on page one...........

QuoteThe parade will feature 8 floats, each using more than one character/film as its theme. The parade will feature parade "show stops" with confetti effects, scents for each float and puppets. Performers due to appear include: Characters, dancers, bungee acrobats, jugglers, flag artists, puppeteers, stilt walkers.

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Post by: DisneyBud on June 24, 2007, 06:01:14 PM

Just out of interest, what are the scents for each float, it had always been on my mind, I just never thought to ask, and it is certainly a brilliant concept - one that i have never heard of in a disney parade.

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Post by: TowMater on June 24, 2007, 07:06:00 PM

Quote from: "DisneyBud"Just out of interest, what are the scents for each float, it had always been on my mind, I just never thought to ask, and it is certainly a brilliant concept - one that i have never heard of in a disney parade.

I'll help you:

Dreams of Imagmation - Candy
Dreams of Laughter and Fun - Wood
Dreams of Friendship - (Not sure)
Dreams of Fanasty - (Not sure)
Dreams of Power - Fire and Smoke
Dreams of Adventure - Critic Fruit
Dreams of Romance (Part 1 & 2) - (Not sure)

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Post by: Masamune on June 24, 2007, 07:55:22 PM

:D Yup, and the scents were really strong too!

:P The Romance floats smelt flowery to me, and the Friendship float smelt fruity to me. :o And the Imagination float smelt like bubbles to me. Some scents were stronger than others. :lol: The smell of smoke coming from the Power float is the strongest.

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Post by: Riebi on June 25, 2007, 09:54:28 AM

Yes that is it! The Romance float hase the scents of roses and other flowers. And the dream of laugther and fun the scents of wood, ingle.
I´ve watched a report about it on tv  :D  There was also the guy who has mixed it. And older man with a big nose :D

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Post by: RnRCj on June 25, 2007, 05:40:36 PM

Wow! I didn't know the floats had scents! :D That's just made me get even more excited! :D

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Post by: Atlantica on June 25, 2007, 07:50:00 PM

I had no idea they had scents either! Wow, this is the awsome detail Disney goes to. So Wonderful!

Just a quick question though; I seem to remember watching videos of the Parade, and all the characters talking / singing in French. Is this still happening? Or does the language alternate? Thanks if anyone can answer  8)

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Post by: Masamune on June 25, 2007, 08:50:43 PM

:o Some characters spoke English and some spoke French. For example, Peter Pan was speaking English to Wendy, and Wendy responded in Franch. :) The voices are on soundtracks you see, that accompany the floats.

I think it's nice that they vary which characters speak in what languages. :P I've always loved the fact that in the Animagique show, Donald speaks English and Mickey speaks French. :D I'd much rather understand what Donald's saying than Mickey, as I'm a bigger fan of Donald.

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Post by: Riebi on June 26, 2007, 08:54:32 AM

I like this aspect too. The change of french and english is very well and help to understand for all this how know nothing about french (the language)

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Post by: TowMater on June 26, 2007, 09:06:50 AM

Pumbaa, King Louie, Mafiecent, Buzz, Minnie & Donald also spoke in French.

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 26, 2007, 05:24:01 PM

What about Goofy ?
Wasn't he speaking french ?

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Post by: TowMater on June 26, 2007, 07:35:33 PM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"What about Goofy ?
Wasn't he speaking french ?

Oops, Forgot also there's these characters that speak in French:

Goofy (Reminded me by 15MagicalYears)
Pinocchio
Woody
Ariel
Belle
Snow White

English:

Mickey
Mad Hatter
Pooh
Peter Pan
Mary Poppins
Bert
Scar
Ursula
Baloo

English and French:

Simba
Timon
Minnie
Green Army Man

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 26, 2007, 08:23:01 PM

Thanks for the list !
My friend was trying to say that Goofy was speaking Russian  :?
But I didn't think so, did he ?

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Post by: TowMater on July 10, 2007, 08:57:15 AM

Anyone didn't red this one a few weeks ago, I'll just say it again.

At my school a few weeks ago in music, the music teacher just got back from DLRP and he put the "Just Like We Dreamed It" song then he got some africian drums and we started to play to the song, It was kind of the Adventure show stop when we did that.

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Post by: disney_donutter on July 10, 2007, 09:00:08 AM

I am so excited. I can't wait to see the new parade! That is what I am most looking forward to! 8 Weeks 5 days. Roll on September 9th!

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Post by: Hilary on July 10, 2007, 09:07:30 AM

Well, I'm sulking - had no idea the parade would be shifted back so late and I'll "only" be able to see it twice - so there goes my plan to take photos from both sides and video it :P

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Post by: disney_donutter on July 10, 2007, 09:11:43 AM

awww what a Bummer!

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Post by: Hilary on July 10, 2007, 09:28:03 AM

Ah well, must make sure I video from the other side. At least I'll still get to see everything.

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Post by: madame_leota on July 10, 2007, 11:59:52 AM

if its a digital camcorder you can take stills from the video you have filmed with a programe on the pc. then you will beable to pick exactly what photos you want. :D

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Post by: Hilary on July 10, 2007, 02:25:14 PM

Yep - will be doing that!  Although have to confess I've always been disappointed with the quality of stills I get that way.

Anyway, I was just being greedy :P . I'll still take so many photos you won't believe.

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Post by: Disneyana on July 10, 2007, 07:55:51 PM

Oh I'm so excited to see that parade. It will truely be the best parade ever. this I know yet. But just a question, where will we need to stand to see the Princess float stop ?

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Post by: Masamune on July 10, 2007, 08:24:15 PM

:o The place where we viewed the Princess stop was right on the corner of where the Parade begins. If you stand there, you get to see Cinderella and Charming dance, as well as Aurora and Philip. If you stand further down, you get to see Snow White and her Prince, and Jasmine and Aladdin dance. :P

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on July 11, 2007, 12:07:56 AM

Talking about showstops :twisted:
Can anyone tell me where the Mickey float stops ?
I badly want to see that stop, :lol:

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Post by: TowMater on July 11, 2007, 08:39:15 AM

For the 1st show stop, The float stops next to Casey's Corner & for the 2nd show stop is around the corner where the parade ends.

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Post by: Riebi on July 11, 2007, 09:51:59 AM

good to know! So I can make my position for the pooh float! I must take some pics for my sister in law!

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Post by: Kristof on July 11, 2007, 12:09:37 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"around the corner where the parade ends.

And to be more precise, it stops in front of the Ribbons and Bows Hat Shop  :D

If you want to watch that stop, the best location to watch it is in front of Town Square Photography near the Discovery Arcade!

I have a video shot from that location here:
http://www.dailymotion.com/photosmagiqu ... eam-parade (http://www.dailymotion.com/photosmagiques/video/x2fob7_disneys-once-upon-a-dream-parade)

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Post by: madame_leota on July 11, 2007, 12:42:52 PM

thanks for posting that video, its the first time i have watched a video of the parade all the way through without interuption from something or other. its so beautiful!  

could anyone tell me where the best place is to see the toy story and the peter pan float stop's?

i want to watch the princess one too but i know where to go for that one.

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Post by: Nath on July 11, 2007, 01:20:32 PM

If someone is feeling really lovely and knows where all the parade stops are, they could get a picture of the park map and draw where the stops are. PLEASE!

-Nath

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Post by: Imagineer on July 11, 2007, 01:21:24 PM

Quote from: "Nath"If someone is feeling really lovely and knows where all the parade stops are, they could get a picture of the park map and draw where the stops are. PLEASE!

-Nath

I was thinking the same thing...

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Post by: madame_leota on July 11, 2007, 01:34:21 PM

Quote from: "Imagineer"

Quote from: "Nath"If someone is feeling really lovely and knows where all the parade stops are, they could get a picture of the park map and draw where the stops are. PLEASE!

-Nath

I was thinking the same thing...

wow yeah what a fantastic idea!! well done guys! now we just have to hope someone will do it!  :D pretty please with sugar ontop! :D

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Post by: TowMater on July 11, 2007, 06:01:08 PM

Quote from: "Nath"If someone is feeling really lovely and knows where all the parade stops are, they could get a picture of the park map and draw where the stops are. PLEASE!

-Nath

Nath, I know because I've seen almost ALL float show stops and know where they stop, The 2nd show stop for the Fanasty, Power & Adventure are far away from other floats.

1st show stop:

Ingmation: Next to Casey's Corner
Laughter & Fun: Before turning down Main Street
Friendship: In front of Sleeping Beauty Castle
Fanasty: Exits the Pooh stage on a corner leading to Central Plaza
Power: Pooh stage
Adventure: Where those 2 towers before floats enter the Pooh stage
Romance: On a corner where the parade begins

2nd show stop:

Ingmation: By the Discovery Arcade
Laughter & Fun: In front of the Main Street Railway Station
Friendship: Near City Hall
Fanasty: On a corner before entering Town Square
Power: (You need your map for this) by M6 down Main Street
Adventure: Casey's Corner
Romance: Central Plaza

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Post by: Disneyana on July 11, 2007, 09:05:24 PM

Thank you Tow Mater for posting the positions of the parade floats. I'm so excited and I know that I need to see the Parade for 2 times at different places.

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Post by: madame_leota on July 12, 2007, 01:16:25 PM

thanks mater!!

i will write them down before i go and put marks on my parkmap when i get there!!

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Post by: tubbsy on July 12, 2007, 05:04:51 PM

Thanks mater, that helps even more with the trip planning :D

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Post by: Riebi on July 12, 2007, 05:08:31 PM

Great Work Mater! Makes my planning much easier!

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Post by: TowMater on July 22, 2007, 05:10:41 PM

I was serching stuff on Google until I came up to these:

http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?doc ... 344265820& (http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=1571693618344265820&)
http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?doc ... 934539808& (http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=6401376129934539808&)
http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?doc ... 6371806610 (http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=-4337931556371806610)

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on July 23, 2007, 12:42:15 PM

I think the Pinocchio show stop is a little plain and boring :(  :x
I still think Gepetto sould be with him!
Even better Gepetto, Honest John and Gideon :D

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Post by: TowMater on July 23, 2007, 03:34:42 PM

I totally agree with you, How about a Gepetto on stilts like the stilt walkers with puppets?

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on July 23, 2007, 06:39:42 PM

Oh yeah 8)
Because he is a puppeteer aswell! :D
But I don't think that would go down to well with the performer!
Maybe he could just have the puppets like the stilt walkers have on rainy days? :D

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Post by: Disneyana on July 26, 2007, 06:16:09 PM

Indeed the Pinocchio stop is boring. But I love the Peter Pan sequence. The float looks amazing and the pirates and Hook are very entertaining.

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Post by: TowMater on July 28, 2007, 09:23:04 AM

I was just wondering, since I don't know what the Fanasty scent smells like can anyone tell me? I bet it is smoke because of the cannons & chimmeys.

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Post by: 15MagicalYears on July 28, 2007, 09:29:03 AM

No I'm not sure but  I know it ain't smoke thats the villains!

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Post by: Nala_84 on August 29, 2007, 11:32:23 AM

Mater (hope you read this ;)): Where did you get all the places of show stops from?! If you know all of them, would it be possible you could mark each point on a park map?! This would be soooo great coz I don't know every exact point you mentioned  :(

I thought it would be best to stand at the top of Town Square so that we can look along the Main Street and film & take photos... which stop could we see then?! I'd love to see the stop of the Adventure or Romance float... is this possible there?

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Post by: Soap on August 29, 2007, 11:35:10 AM

@ Nala > Look at this  (bottom left side!) :P

//http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/guide/

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Post by: Japper on August 29, 2007, 11:38:16 AM

From there you see the Peter Pan stop!

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Post by: Nala_84 on August 29, 2007, 06:34:08 PM

Hey soap, thank you, that's great - somehow I missed it looking there  :oops:

Okay, so like Japper said, I'd see the Peter Pan float then... so I guess it would make more sense to stand on the top of Central Plaza to see the floats  3 and 8 then?!
Is it possible to stand on the inside of the Central Plaza circle, at "12 o'clock" so to say?

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Post by: disney_donutter on September 02, 2007, 04:41:12 PM

thank for all the parade stops mater! can't wait to see them! Leota's little boy is going to be so chuffed when he sees the toy story one! lol

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Post by: Nicholas-c on September 02, 2007, 05:44:24 PM

saw this during my visit and its cool (the pirates infront of the peter pan float did his hair in my camera lens :P

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Post by: tcsnwhite on September 12, 2007, 07:05:29 AM

Has the FULL soundtrack to the music of this parade been released yet?

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Post by: Patrick on September 12, 2007, 10:49:54 AM

The soundtrack has not been released and personally I cannot see them releasing it at all, this is dlrp.

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Post by: tcsnwhite on September 12, 2007, 11:14:50 AM

Hmmm, thats odd, I thought Disneyland Resort Paris releases a lot of entertainment music?  


Also, someone somewhere mentioned that some things have been cut already due to budget cuts? Is any of that true? just curious

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Post by: Joseph Carter on September 12, 2007, 12:24:31 PM

Im sure this has been asked before but will this parade continue to run after march 2008?

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Post by: Patrick on September 12, 2007, 02:45:25 PM

Quote from: "tcsnwhite"Hmmm, thats odd, I thought Disneyland Resort Paris releases a lot of entertainment music?  


Also, someone somewhere mentioned that some things have been cut already due to budget cuts? Is any of that true? just curious

Disneyland Resort Paris releases a lot of entertainment music, yes, but this probably won't be released any time soon.  Also never always agree with what you hear on the web :wink: , sure some things are missing each day, but this is usual for a parade that is used 365 days a year.  I have seen the parade without the final Princess float before.

Quote from: "Joseph Carter"Im sure this has been asked before but will this parade continue to run after march 2008?

Yes is the answer, it is due to run for a while no doubt, the amount of money that went into this parade really would be an incredible amount to just go and dump the parade after one year.

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Post by: Crush_Love on September 12, 2007, 06:57:03 PM

the parade will go on??!!

that makes my day magically!!!
i love the parade!!
i am so happy about that!!!!!!!!!!!

 :mickey2:

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Post by: tcsnwhite on September 12, 2007, 08:44:33 PM

So nothing big has been cut?  That's all I was interested in knowing. I have seen a lot of videos and a performer here and there is usually out, but everything else was where it should be. I was just hoping they didn't cut too much or at all because they are still in the middle of the anniversary, and the parade is spectacular as is. I hope they don't cut anything.

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Post by: TowMater on September 25, 2007, 08:36:35 AM

Quote from: "tcsnwhite"So nothing big has been cut?  That's all I was interested in knowing. I have seen a lot of videos and a performer here and there is usually out, but everything else was where it should be. I was just hoping they didn't cut too much or at all because they are still in the middle of the anniversary, and the parade is spectacular as is. I hope they don't cut anything.

Sometimes they cut Jessie, The Penguins, The giraffe, Pinocchio & Piglet.

I heard the Laughter float was cut out for a few days.

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Post by: ChipChap on September 25, 2007, 09:16:26 PM

I think it is a shame they already start now to cut sometimes things from the parade! It is with full cast not really long and alive with only the few actors between the floats and when they start cutting the penguins or pinnochio it will be even more boring. People who already know the old parade will feel a little bit bad ;)

Don't get me wrong: I love the parade and the floats, but it is really not long :D

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Post by: TowMater on September 25, 2007, 09:26:24 PM

Quote from: "ChipChap"I think it is a shame they already start now to cut sometimes things from the parade! It is with full cast not really long and alive with only the few actors between the floats and when they start cutting the penguins or pinnochio it will be even more boring. People who already know the old parade will feel a little bit bad ;)

Don't get me wrong: I love the parade and the floats, but it is really not long :D

I love it, It often takes 20 minutes for me because I always stay somewhere in central Plaza where you get 2 show stops which (Of course) takes 20 minutes.

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on September 25, 2007, 11:08:17 PM

Quote from: "ChipChap"I think it is a shame they already start now to cut sometimes things from the parade! It is with full cast not really long and alive with only the few actors between the floats and when they start cutting the penguins or pinnochio it will be even more boring. People who already know the old parade will feel a little bit bad ;)

Don't get me wrong: I love the parade and the floats, but it is really not long :D

Nothing's been cut! And nothing is planned to be cut for the time being.  If there is not enough cast available on the day, a charcter or 2 will not be there. But nothing is being cut on a permanant basis.

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Post by: TowMater on October 08, 2007, 08:43:25 PM

[Videos removed -Mod]

These were filmed backstage, You could see because the giraffe from the Adventure float came out of another gate & there isn't no crowd.

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on October 08, 2007, 11:18:23 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"-------

These were filmed backstage, You could see because the giraffe from the Adventure float came out of another gate & there isn't no crowd.

do you work for the FBI by any chance?

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Post by: Anthony on October 09, 2007, 12:20:03 AM

Quote from: "TowMater"These were filmed backstage, You could see because the giraffe from the Adventure float came out of another gate & there isn't no crowd.

Well at least you're knowingly breaking a magicforum rule then.

Quote from: "magicforum rules"» Please don't post any photos taken in the "backstage" (behind the scenes) area of the resort and its parks.  Not only does this spoil the magic, but it could get us - or the person who took the photos - in trouble.

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Post by: TowMater on October 09, 2007, 08:10:34 AM

I've never filmed it, I found it on YouTube.

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"

Quote from: "TowMater"http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Qwg8fmQPdtU
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=aoTs3XwJyQE (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=aoTs3XwJyQE)

These were filmed backstage, You could see because the giraffe from the Adventure float came out of another gate & there isn't no crowd.

do you work for the FBI by any chance?

Nope.

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Post by: Anthony on October 09, 2007, 05:31:51 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"I've never filmed it, I found it on YouTube.

What?! This is irrelevant! Sure it's not that backstage, but if we're having this rule it needs to be across the board, or else where do we draw the line? Nothing filmed/photographed backstage to be posted unless its officially released by Disney.

The FBI comment may have been sarcasm.

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Post by: TowMater on October 10, 2007, 08:07:02 AM

I'll delete that post, Shall we forget that this whole thing happened?

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Post by: benjy on October 10, 2007, 07:26:38 PM

Back On topic!

Has the music changed for the halloween season at all :?:  :?:

Because you all know I love the music :!:

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on October 10, 2007, 11:12:21 PM

No music changes, but the cuts have started!

No stilt walkers most of the time - instead Geppetto and Gideon on foot!
No Flotsum and Jetsum
Old news (since June) but no more cookies handed out (so now a parade inbracing just 4 sences)

And cut numbers elsewhere, because of the halloween show and pre-parade,  (eg: theres been no jugglers or flower girls most of this week)

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Post by: The Butlin Boy on October 11, 2007, 05:10:03 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"No stilt walkers most of the time - instead Geppetto and Gideon on foot!
No Flotsum and Jetsum

It's a shame that they've had to remove these things, both of them were great parts of the parade :(

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Post by: TowMater on October 13, 2007, 04:25:16 PM

That's very sad to hear, I love the fire jugglers.

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Post by: WaltDisneyFanBoy on November 11, 2007, 03:25:02 AM

When i saw this  parade, i was amazed by the beauty of it. Did not believe what happened to me, so magical

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Post by: Kristof on November 11, 2007, 01:13:56 PM

Flower girls and Fire jugglers were present almost every time when I saw the parade this week.  

Only the stilt walkers were missing, instead replaced by Gepetto and Gideon.  I can live with that.  More characters never hurt.

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Post by: Its Just Like I DreamedIt on December 13, 2007, 02:18:22 AM

i think its bad that they are already cutting the parade

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Post by: WaltDisneyFanBoy on January 03, 2008, 11:33:03 PM

Quote from: "Its Just Like I DreamedIt"i think its bad that they are already cutting the parade

They might have a good reason for this. I think?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on January 08, 2008, 02:45:49 PM

Just to give you all some new insider gossip...it has been proposed that THREE new dance units will be added to the parade!! don't know where they'll go exactly but one of them is alleged to be a can-can unit following the Pinocchio section.  :wink:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on February 03, 2008, 02:01:57 PM

I loved this parade  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kt on February 12, 2008, 04:51:33 PM

Just got back from Disney and saw the Once upon a.... Parade for the first time!! It's fab! However, i was reading the brochure last night and it says the floats are 'scented'... we didn't notice that. Anyone else? :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nala_84 on February 13, 2008, 11:40:17 AM

I remember the smell of the villain-float, it was like burned wood or so ;)!

But we stood a bit away from the street so unfortunately we didn't smell the other scents :(!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kt on February 13, 2008, 12:08:16 PM

aha, that explains it then... we were set back from the road too. well, we'll have to go again now!!! :lol:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on February 15, 2008, 07:03:46 PM

Just a little but important news. 2 new dance sections will be added to the Once Upon A Dream Parade next Saturday (23rd Feb). They will be Octopus (up to 6 dancers behind the Villains float). And Can-Can dancers with Russian partners (with the pinocchio unit).

They hope to create a new dance section for every "dream" within a year!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on February 15, 2008, 07:45:44 PM

Are the flame jugglers completely out now?

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Post by: toonarmylass on February 15, 2008, 07:56:07 PM

i hope not i enjoyed them. they look very effective. matthew keeps trying to immitate them.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: disneyloverjessie on February 15, 2008, 10:54:34 PM

I've seen the parade quite a few times now. I think it's brilliant. Love the idea of the two scenes on one float and the music to go with it. :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on February 15, 2008, 11:49:57 PM

Quote from: "raptor1982"Are the flame jugglers completely out now?

No, they are part of the parade at the moment when jugglers are available which is rare , but a whole new group is in training now so they can be included everyday.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on February 16, 2008, 12:11:48 AM

Good, tnx for confirming.  I love the jugglers!  Their costumes are really fabulous.

I guess the Octopus costumes will be the ones from the Villains Parade?

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Post by: Poppy The Monkey on February 16, 2008, 07:02:13 PM

Quote from: "raptor1982"I guess the Octopus costumes will be the ones from the Villains Parade?

Yea, and the dancing is so cool - its going to bring so much more to this section!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on February 21, 2008, 12:15:56 AM

Really, really looking forward to seeing these new dance units. It's great to see they're adding something new to the parade in its second year rather than cutting it down. There's a first time for everything. :)

What with DCP finishing soon, is there a chance we could see two performances of OUADP per day in the Summer?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on February 26, 2008, 03:21:04 AM

Photos of the new dance units:
http://charactersphotos.canalblog.com/a ... index.html (http://charactersphotos.canalblog.com/archives/characters_photos_news/index.html)

(//http://storage.canalblog.com/96/72/190637/22530473.jpg)

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Post by: Riebi on February 26, 2008, 10:02:46 AM

cool costumes, must say! :D  But is it an exchange or an add?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on February 26, 2008, 05:14:29 PM

It's fantastic to see that they are still interested in improving the parade, well done =D>

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: RockNRoller on March 01, 2008, 02:58:05 PM

I love the fact that they are improving the parade all the time. Only hope that when it comes to the Christmas season they decorate the floats like they used to. That was the only thing that spoiled the new parade for me last November.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: pussinboots on March 23, 2008, 03:12:25 AM

Quote from: "Baloo"Really, really looking forward to seeing these new dance units. It's great to see they're adding something new to the parade in its second year rather than cutting it down. There's a first time for everything. :)

What with DCP finishing soon, is there a chance we could see two performances of OUADP per day in the Summer?

I didn't think I'd see the day. That's great. They have a hit on their hands and they're not cutting corners.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: cinders on March 23, 2008, 01:02:46 PM

i love the parade !

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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: toonarmylass on March 23, 2008, 07:07:56 PM

just so people know the jugglers are still there while i was there i saw the parade twice, once they were in the next time they wernt  :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on March 29, 2008, 12:33:42 AM

It's nice to see more dancers but why remove the fire jugglers & Flotson and Jetson?

Well it would be more better if the Power unit had about 3 fire jugglers, 3 octopus' and Flotson and Jetson.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MinniesBestPal on April 08, 2008, 05:30:57 PM

There were 2 extra floats in it at christmas because they had santa and his reindeer, and the toy soldiers in it!

ITS THE BEST! I LOVE IT!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 12, 2008, 09:52:13 PM

Quote from: "MinniesBestPal"There were 2 extra floats in it at christmas because they had santa and his reindeer, and the toy soldiers in it!

ITS THE BEST! I LOVE IT!

I believe you got some late news there.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MinniesBestPal on April 12, 2008, 10:40:03 PM

Oh well... I didn't read all of this thread!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 14, 2008, 06:41:34 PM

I know, It's not your fault.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on April 23, 2008, 12:50:15 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"It's nice to see more dancers but why remove the fire jugglers & Flotson and Jetson?

Well it would be more better if the Power unit had about 3 fire jugglers, 3 octopus' and Flotson and Jetson.

A new cast of Jugglers have just been rehearsed so you will be seeing at least 5 in each parade. There are nearly always 6 Octopus girls but sadly Flotsam and Jetsam will not be returning anytime soon (which SUCKS!). Due to the way in which French law governs how Disney pays its staff, one needs to be on a puppeteering coefficient to operate the eels in the parade, however there are simply not enough puppeteers at the moment. The same people who do Animagique are used to control Usula, Scar, Pumba and Simba in the parade, as well as Pumba, Simba, Timon and Zazu in Legend of the Lion King. I personally dont see why regular parade performers cant be trained to use the eels, its really not that hard. The performers on the Sky Runners (Tigger/Vulture) are on a normal parade coefficient, but they are paid extra for every parade they do, so why cant this be the same for the people who operate the eels? France makes no sense i tell you!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on May 07, 2008, 12:03:36 PM

Anyone noticed that for the past 3 days, the Dreams of Fun and Laughter float has not been a part of the parade?....its motor blew up, so its being replaced...have no idea when it will be fixed, fingers crossed as soon as...but this is France after all so be prepared to wait, ha!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on May 07, 2008, 12:12:02 PM

Quote from: "zanderstarz"Anyone noticed that for the past 3 days, the Dreams of Fun and Laughter float has not been a part of the parade?....its motor blew up, so its being replaced...have no idea when it will be fixed, fingers crossed as soon as...but this is France after all so be prepared to wait, ha!

You'd better say Disney.  It's not better in the other resort you know.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on May 07, 2008, 07:20:08 PM

Talking about The Fun and Laughter float, I have always wanted Foul Fellow and Gideon to join Pinnochio, Geppetto and the stilt walkers.  :)
It's always soo aqwuard as there never seems to be set choriography.  :(

It may be a bit crammed though  :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on May 07, 2008, 07:47:54 PM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"Talking about The Fun and Laughter float, I have always wanted Foul Fellow and Gideon to join Pinnochio, Geppetto and the stilt walkers.  :)
It's always soo aqwuard as there never seems to be set choriography.  :(

It may be a bit crammed though  :cry:

The stilt walkers were cut late last year. Geppetto and Gideon replaced them to fill the gap with no choroegoraphy, they were taken out in Febuary and now there is a new Can-Can and Russian dance unit with Pinnochio. Though I kinda think its a bit raunchy for Disney, dont think the American managers are overly impressed by it. But I agree that Geppetto, Foulfellow and Gideon should be a part of the unit.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: peep on May 14, 2008, 01:31:28 PM

I saw it on Friday and the Fun and laughter float was back. They also had the new dancers out. I thought the dancers seemed a tad random but they were still good and they added to the parade. It was also great to see the float back after reading your notice before I went, nice suprise.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: piratescaribbean111 on May 29, 2008, 08:04:33 PM

Hey!
I went to see the Disneyland parade on Saturday 26th August 2007.

I was there at the Peter Pan stop and I made two videos when I got home and put them on youtube. Here they are!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwjVbhbPhH8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwjVbhbPhH8%22%20target=%22_blank)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNQLTetXqqI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNQLTetXqqI%22%20target=%22_blank)

The Peter Pan who was there was sooooooooooooooo amazing! He really was the most magical thing of the whole parade.
Tell me what you think :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on May 29, 2008, 08:28:19 PM

Quote from: "piratescaribbean111"Hey!
I went to see the Disneyland parade on Saturday 26th August 2007.

I was there at the Peter Pan stop and I made two videos when I got home and put them on youtube. Here they are!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwjVbhbPhH8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwjVbhbPhH8%22%20target=%22_blank)" target="_blank

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNQLTetXqqI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNQLTetXqqI%22%20target=%22_blank)" target="_blank

The Peter Pan who was there was sooooooooooooooo amazing! He really was the most magical thing of the whole parade.
Tell me what you think :)

Nice videos!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: toonarmylass on May 30, 2008, 07:04:15 PM

how much do i love those videos. thanks alot now i have to go and watch my dvd of it from june :P  im gutted he he he

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on May 30, 2008, 08:11:47 PM

More pics... It's such a beautiful parade!!

These are from last June:

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Can't wait to go and see it once more!!  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: miss disney fan on June 08, 2008, 04:46:29 PM

when the 15th birthday celebrations end will the dream parade still be on every day seven days aweek as it is now, say at halloween or christmas time or will it go back to how it used to be with the parades?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on June 08, 2008, 06:26:54 PM

Quote from: "miss disney fan"when the 15th birthday celebrations end will the dream parade still be on every day seven days aweek as it is now, say at halloween or christmas time or will it go back to how it used to be with the parades?

I am 99.9% sure that the this parade will continue to run 7 days a week after the 15th anniversary celebrations :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: miss disney fan on June 09, 2008, 06:16:27 PM

i hope not, i'm going next halloween (2009) so i was looking forward to watching the main halloween parade, unless they put both parades on, as at xmas last year there was just abit of a add on to DOUDP and yes the parade was great it just didnt have the magic for christmas  :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on June 09, 2008, 11:06:06 PM

Quote from: "miss disney fan"i hope not, i'm going next halloween (2009) so i was looking forward to watching the main halloween parade, unless they put both parades on, as at xmas last year there was just abit of a add on to DOUDP and yes the parade was great it just didnt have the magic for christmas  :cry:

Last Halloween they had a mini Halloween Pre-parade before the OUADP, and at Christmas they have two additional floats at the end of the parade (The Toy Soldiers, and Father Christmas). I don't know if they'll do it again this year, but I think they will :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Joonas on June 10, 2008, 11:27:14 AM

Does anyone know what time the parade starts during high season (in July)?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on June 10, 2008, 05:54:11 PM

Quote from: "Joonas"Does anyone know what time the parade starts during high season (in July)?

Maybe 5pm (17h00), perhaps later. The times won't be published till the start of the season on 5th July.  This is also more of a Trip Planning (//http://www.photosmagiques.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=13) question. :wink:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Patrick on June 10, 2008, 06:12:50 PM

Quote from: "Baloo"

Quote from: "Joonas"Does anyone know what time the parade starts during high season (in July)?

Maybe 5pm (17h00), perhaps later. The times won't be published till the start of the season on 5th July.  This is also more of a Trip Planning (//http://www.photosmagiques.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=13) question. :wink:

Last year it was about 7pm, (19h00), which they have been at during the past few summer seasons anyway, can't see it really moving much.  It is this late no doubt so they can use the same cast for fantillusion.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: miss disney fan on June 10, 2008, 06:37:51 PM

Quote from: "The Butlin Boy"

Quote from: "miss disney fan"i hope not, i'm going next halloween (2009) so i was looking forward to watching the main halloween parade, unless they put both parades on, as at xmas last year there was just abit of a add on to DOUDP and yes the parade was great it just didnt have the magic for christmas  :cry:

Last Halloween they had a mini Halloween Pre-parade before the OUADP, and at Christmas they have two additional floats at the end of the parade (The Toy Soldiers, and Father Christmas). I don't know if they'll do it again this year, but I think they will :)

i was there for christmas, but dont get me wrong i like the parade its just a shame that we lose all the other proper parades and just have the DOUDP all the time taking over and then a couple of other floats at the end  :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: WaltDisneyFanBoy on June 10, 2008, 09:36:23 PM

I think this parade will be here for another couplle of years, becouse they have put allot of work in it.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: RockNRoller on June 11, 2008, 01:37:04 PM

I like the parade, there's so much more going on wiht each float you see something new every time you watch it. However I would like to see them produce a bit more of a seasonal theme when appropriate, last years 2 extra floats at Christmas really didn't compare with previous Christmas parades.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: miss disney fan on June 11, 2008, 06:00:45 PM

thank you rock, thats exactly how i felt about the parade, its all lovely and very well done but during christmas its not very seasonly  :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: invasion on June 23, 2008, 03:00:04 PM

There is a new dance section at Dreams of Laughter and Fun .

http://nl.youtube.com/results?search_qu ... e_uploaded (http://nl.youtube.com/results?search_query=disney+parade&search_sort=video_date_uploaded%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Snow_White_Girl on June 23, 2008, 09:28:23 PM

This may be off-topic and I apologise if it is, but does anyone know the names of all the floats in the parade? I know one is Dreams of Laughter & Fun and another is Dreams of Power, but has anyone got any idea of the others? I've just come round to cataloguing my photos from my trip last September and I really need to know! :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Captain Pan on June 23, 2008, 09:50:57 PM

Quote from: "Snow_White_Girl"This may be off-topic and I apologise if it is, but does anyone know the names of all the floats in the parade? I know one is Dreams of Laughter & Fun and another is Dreams of Power, but has anyone got any idea of the others? I've just come round to cataloguing my photos from my trip last September and I really need to know! :)

Think one is friendship... Toy Story and Winnie The Pooh...But I could very well be wrong

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on June 23, 2008, 10:09:07 PM

Quote from: "Snow_White_Girl"This may be off-topic and I apologise if it is, but does anyone know the names of all the floats in the parade? I know one is Dreams of Laughter & Fun and another is Dreams of Power, but has anyone got any idea of the others? I've just come round to cataloguing my photos from my trip last September and I really need to know! :)

This link should help  :wink:

http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thann ... ade/guide/ (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/guide/%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on June 23, 2008, 10:11:42 PM

Here is a list of all the floats:

Dreams of Imagination - Mickey and co.
Dreams of Fun and Laughter - Pinnochio and Alice
Dreams of Friendship - Toy Story and Winnie
Dreams of Fantasy - Peter Pan and Mary Poppins
Dreams of Power - Villians
Dreams of Adventure - Lion King and Jungle Book
Dreams of Romance - the 2 Romance floats

Dreams of Christmas - the whole Christmas section, during the Christmas season.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: seanmartina on July 20, 2008, 04:52:51 AM

Hi ive uploaded a HD video of the Parade

http://www.vimeo.com/1371617 (http://www.vimeo.com/1371617%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Hope you like it

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Katie-Sparrow on July 20, 2008, 03:08:44 PM

The parade is wonderful, i love it x
After the 15th anniversary are they changing it or not, Does anybody know???

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: -breeno- on July 20, 2008, 03:11:23 PM

Quote from: "Katie-Sparrow"The parade is wonderful, i love it x
After the 15th anniversary are they changing it or not, Does anybody know???

I think i heard they will continue with the parade but take off the 15 logos etc :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15yearsofMagic2008 on August 31, 2008, 07:23:45 PM

I was crying my eyes watching this parade!Its just so magical!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MinniesBestPal on August 31, 2008, 07:32:05 PM

Apparently they have more than 1300 costumes, and they're all hand made!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on September 01, 2008, 03:50:16 PM

Quote from: "15yearsofMagic2008"I was crying my eyes watching this parade!Its just so magical!

I've seen it a few times now, and I still cry like the first time... I cry even looking at the pictures, or watching the video. I cry listening to the song!!

It's just so beautiful....

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: cinders on September 01, 2008, 05:11:02 PM

LOL you know what i cry every time i hear the song never mind seeing the parade :| my 14 year old son laughed at me last year when we saw it coz i was balling my eyes out LOL !! but hey ! its magical and im emotional ! LOL its all good :D and im sure when i go again in november i will cry again  i even cried at the old christmas parade  :oops:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: madame_leota on September 02, 2008, 04:17:20 PM

i was just wondering if anyone could tell me where to go for each of the parade stops? i know it has been put before but it was not very clear to me.

if anyone is able to give me specific places (i.e, outside walts, outside caceys, ect) then i would love you FOREVER!

Sorry, i know its a lot to ask but I am hoping to get a map and mark each on with a different coloured sticker and take it for reference so i would be happy to scan it in once i do it so people can print out a copy for themselves too so hopefuly it will help a lot of ppl if i can get it done.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on September 02, 2008, 05:17:10 PM

Quote from: "madame_leota"i was just wondering if anyone could tell me where to go for each of the parade stops? i know it has been put before but it was not very clear to me.

This is on DLRP Magic:

(//http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/guide/3_showstopmap.gif)

For more info, go to:
http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thann ... ade/guide/ (http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guides/15thanniversary/disneysonceuponadreamparade/guide/%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

 :wink:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: madame_leota on September 03, 2008, 08:33:23 AM

oh fantastic!! thanks so much, i didnt even think of looking there!  :oops:

Title: Once Upon a Dream parade runs into the curb
Post by: Remco K. on September 16, 2008, 08:23:42 PM

This was reported by theDirector on the Themepark.nl forum (//http://www.themepark.nl) with pictures. Here are a few of them:

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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on September 16, 2008, 11:34:53 PM

:o  :shock: Whoa Jeese, that's bad! Well actually, I suppose they were pretty lucky in a way, in that it happened to the final float at the very end of the parade route, it could have been one of the first few floats, half way through the route. But imagine walking into the park on the first day of your trip, to see that :lol:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: jeakat24 on September 17, 2008, 01:37:51 AM

:shock: Ooops! I bet some got into trouble over that!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Riebi on September 17, 2008, 11:52:19 AM

Wow! I think that was an interesting After-Parade-Meeting backstage. Good that it´s just a demage at the float and nobody gets injured. Such things could happen cause they are humans :wink:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: jeakat24 on September 17, 2008, 01:57:55 PM

Quote from: "Riebi"Wow! I think that was an interesting After-Parade-Meeting backstage.

Yeah especially as it's not the last float, but at least it wasn't the first!

Quote from: "Riebi"Good that it´s just a demage at the float and nobody gets injured. Such things could happen cause they are humans :wink:

Yes, and the pavement!! I suppose with the size of them and that tight corner it's easily done though. That would be something I'd end up doing!  :oops:

Title: Re: Once Upon a Dream parade runs into the curb
Post by: zanderstarz on September 17, 2008, 03:48:56 PM

Quote from: "Remco K."This was reported by theDirector on the Themepark.nl forum (//http://www.themepark.nl) with pictures. Here are a few of them:

The princesses had to walk the parade route for 2 days after that incident whilst the float was being reparied. The beast was replaced by Belle's Prince instead, looked cute!

All is back to normal now :)

Title: Re: Once Upon a Dream parade runs into the curb
Post by: Remco K. on September 17, 2008, 09:03:06 PM

Quote from: "zanderstarz"All is back to normal now :)

Very good to hear! What about the curb? Is the damage still obviously visible?

Title: Re: Once Upon a Dream parade runs into the curb
Post by: zanderstarz on September 20, 2008, 11:09:15 PM

Quote from: "Remco K."

Quote from: "zanderstarz"All is back to normal now :)

Very good to hear! What about the curb? Is the damage still obviously visible?

You care about the curb?? Im pretty sure the float came off worse! But if you must know, the curb is back to its good old self.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on October 07, 2008, 06:21:08 PM

(Shudders) Thank god the float is back, Just in time I'm going there next month.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elaine on October 09, 2008, 08:03:40 PM

They weren't using the last Princesses float at all from Monday to Wednesday this week - the princesses and their princes walked the parade route every day. IMHO, this actually improves the parade, as there is so much more audience interaction with the princesses and princes. I got some lovely pictures, especially of Belle and her Prince dancing.

Elaine

Title: Re: Once Upon a Dream parade runs into the curb
Post by: Maarten on October 10, 2008, 02:22:40 AM

Quote from: "zanderstarz"

Quote from: "Remco K."

Quote from: "zanderstarz"All is back to normal now :)

Very good to hear! What about the curb? Is the damage still obviously visible?

You care about the curb?? Im pretty sure the float came off worse! But if you must know, the curb is back to its good old self.

Yes ofcourse we care about the curb. I assume they take care of the float, but small fixes like the curbes or other small maintenance are often overlooked.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: cinders on October 11, 2008, 02:14:45 PM

LMFAO the curb! will live :P its the float i was bothered about ! but i guess it didnt take much fixing :D:D !

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on October 13, 2008, 09:34:30 AM

The float wasn't there this Saturday!! (don't know about Sunday because we didn't stay for it) Did it break down again?? Why aren't they using it every day if it's fixed?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on October 14, 2008, 08:24:37 PM

Quote from: "never2old"The float wasn't there this Saturday!! (don't know about Sunday because we didn't stay for it) Did it break down again?? Why aren't they using it every day if it's fixed?

Romance 2 is off for a few weeks, due to repairs. Something to do with bridge I think. Sorry for not posting earlier. It should be out soon.  :wink:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on October 15, 2008, 10:18:40 AM

Aaaahh....

Thanks for the update zanderstarz!  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MagicStar on October 22, 2008, 12:40:49 AM

Last Thursday, they said, the float is still in repair because of the
pavement accident

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on October 22, 2008, 04:39:10 PM

Quote from: "MagicStar"Last Thursday, they said, the float is still in repair because of the
pavement accident

Most likely, plus the float was never fully finished and secured when DOUD started so it wasnt going to be long before the bridge needed fixing properly. The float is currently in 2 halves backstage, very depressing to see :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on October 22, 2008, 04:45:46 PM

Quote from: "zanderstarz"Most likely, plus the float was never fully finished and secured when DOUD started so it wasnt going to be long before the bridge needed fixing properly. The float is currently in 2 halves backstage, very depressing to see :(

Oh dear  :cry:

Hope they fix it in time for the Christmas season!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: toonarmylass on October 22, 2008, 06:24:44 PM

oh please tell me it will bw fixed by 16th nov - 20th i need to see the whole parade and my friend who is coming with me hasnt been there in 13 years oh im getting desparate now!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: jeakat24 on October 25, 2008, 01:13:13 AM

Quote from: "toonarmylass"oh please tell me it will bw fixed by 16th nov - 20th i need to see the whole parade and my friend who is coming with me hasnt been there in 13 years oh im getting desparate now!!!

Your poor friend, I hope she gets to see it. It's not too bad if you have seen it before, I'm going again in 5 days and I'm actually quite looking forward to the princesses walking the route, but that's only because I've seen the parade before, I'd be feeling annoyed if I hadn't.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: cinders on October 26, 2008, 09:04:32 AM

oh i do hope the princesses are walking when i go :D would be nice coz i havent seen them do that before ! and my daughter will be in her element ! :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MagicStar on October 29, 2008, 11:41:32 PM

Quote from: "cinders"oh i do hope the princesses are walking when i go :D would be nice coz i havent seen them do that before ! and my daughter will be in her element ! :D

Even if the float is missing, the princesses will be there  :mrgreen:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: jeakat24 on November 06, 2008, 02:43:52 AM

I've just come back and they were walking along, I found it fab, especially as I deliberately stood at where the princesses stop

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on November 10, 2008, 03:55:05 PM

Float is back!!  :mrgreen:

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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aveen2008 on November 11, 2008, 01:25:45 AM

Aw wow that is such a beautiful photo Kristof!

Glad the float is back in action! :D

Aveen xxx

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on November 11, 2008, 05:27:26 PM

Glad to see the float back. Did we ever find out why it was out of action for a while? Surely it wasn't the crash with the curb, that was ages ago and it returned afterwards before being taken out again? Strange :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on November 11, 2008, 07:20:16 PM

Quote from: "The Butlin Boy"Glad to see the float back. Did we ever find out why it was out of action for a while? Surely it wasn't the crash with the curb, that was ages ago and it returned afterwards before being taken out again? Strange :?

Was said a few pages ago, you probably missed it.

There was something to do with the bridge which was rushed when getting built so the parade would debut on time, it had to be fixed at some point so it was done.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nala_84 on November 11, 2008, 09:09:52 PM

Yaaay, good to see it back :)!

But why's the OUAD Parade in the dark?! Is that usual during Christmas Season? I don't know how to take good parade pics when it's so dark :(!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nicholas-c on November 11, 2008, 09:15:41 PM

Its in the dark because its winter and it gets darker alot sooner now :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: olippold on November 12, 2008, 10:59:48 AM

We were there over Hallowe'en and noticed the princesses were walking rather than a float, without being aware of the reason why. But I thought it was better that they were walking about - 2 of them came up to my 5 year-old daughter, one said "Hello Princess" to her, and the other said "How beautiful you are". This made my daughter's holiday! (We'd paid some extortionate amount for her to have the "Disney Princess Makeover" that day.)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nala_84 on November 12, 2008, 03:52:40 PM

Haha, really Nicholas?!  :P ;)
I thought the parade would run around 1 pm or so during winter season ;)!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Patrick on November 12, 2008, 06:03:42 PM

Quote from: "Nala_84"Haha, really Nicholas?!  :P ;)
I thought the parade would run around 1 pm or so during winter season ;)!

No it runs at 5pm, I believe, no doubt this is inline with the schedules of fantillusion running as well :wink: .

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on November 12, 2008, 07:10:20 PM

Quote from: "Willow"

Quote from: "The Butlin Boy"Glad to see the float back. Did we ever find out why it was out of action for a while? Surely it wasn't the crash with the curb, that was ages ago and it returned afterwards before being taken out again? Strange :?

Was said a few pages ago, you probably missed it.

There was something to do with the bridge which was rushed when getting built so the parade would debut on time, it had to be fixed at some point so it was done.

Ooops, I must have missed that somehow :-k Thanks for that :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on November 14, 2008, 09:30:53 PM

The Princess float was back in action on the 8th November.

They was walking on the 7th and poof the next day they was on the float.

Glad to see it back, it felt weird seeing them walk the whole route.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on November 23, 2008, 03:40:03 PM

I saw this twice on my holiday to DLRP in the mid-week, I saw it twice and everytime there was some stuff added and removed.

1st parade:

The Russian dancers
Tigger was not on bounce stits
Less pirates
Fire Jugglers
No octopus dancers and Flotsan & Joltson
Adventure ostrishes was removed with pink dancers as birds
Jumping vultures was removed

2nd parade:

The Russian dancers was removed
Tigger was missing
Less pirates
Octopus dancers behind Ursula
Pink birds & ostrishes was removed
Jumping vultures has returned but with bird masks
Less flower dancers from the Romance floats

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ICHAPMAN on November 25, 2008, 10:39:31 PM

Hi All,

DLRPMagic's guide to OUAPD says:

QuoteA world-first is the addition of real scents for each float, taking you into the worlds as they pass you by - from candy for the first float to burning embers for the Villains and tropical fruits for The Lion King.

Now I can't say that I picked up on this when we saw the parade November 2007.    As we will visit again soon, can anyone tell me if this 'world-first' still functions please?.

Thanks

Iain

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nicholas-c on November 26, 2008, 01:33:42 AM

Quote from: "ICHAPMAN"Hi All,

DLRPMagic's guide to OUAPD says:

QuoteA world-first is the addition of real scents for each float, taking you into the worlds as they pass you by - from candy for the first float to burning embers for the Villains and tropical fruits for The Lion King.

Now I can't say that I picked up on this when we saw the parade November 2007.    As we will visit again soon, can anyone tell me if this 'world-first' still functions please?.

Thanks

Iain

After being "Forced" to watch it at halloween 08 i did notice a smell, faint but if the wind in blowing the correct direction your fine :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Jayna62 on November 30, 2008, 11:09:08 PM

:pluto: We watched the parade last Tuesday (25th November) which was brill but we  noticed their was no Beast with Belle this time  :( , and noooooooo reindeer with Santa's sleigh .  :shock:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on November 30, 2008, 11:58:39 PM

Quote from: "Jayna62":pluto: We watched the parade last Tuesday (25th November) which was brill but we  noticed their was no Beast with Belle this time  :( , and noooooooo reindeer with Santa's sleigh .  :shock:

Sometimes Beast isn't on the float with Belle, that happens quite a lot I find (he probably needs his rest, that's all :wink: ).

The reindeer however, unfortunately did not return with the float at all this year :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on December 01, 2008, 12:52:06 PM

QuoteThe reindeer however, unfortunately did not return with the float at all this year :(

They are not returning this season at all.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on December 01, 2008, 08:03:53 PM

Quote from: "Kristof"They are not returning this season at all.

Any reason?  Aren't they kept at DLRP all year, or were they brought in?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nicholas-c on December 01, 2008, 08:31:17 PM

Quote from: "Anthony"

Quote from: "Kristof"They are not returning this season at all.

Any reason?  Aren't they kept at DLRP all year, or were they brought in?

I was always under the believe they were kept at the Davy Crockett ranch all year

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Samninetysix on December 02, 2008, 04:30:25 PM

Quote from: "Nicholas-c"

Quote from: "Anthony"

Quote from: "Kristof"They are not returning this season at all.

Any reason?  Aren't they kept at DLRP all year, or were they brought in?

I was always under the believe they were kept at the Davy Crockett ranch all year

DUHHH!! - Everybody knows they live at the North Pole :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on December 02, 2008, 09:11:36 PM

Sadly 2 of the reindeer died earlier this year, and no more were brought in by DLRP, so Santa will be reindeer-less throughout the whole season!  :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on December 02, 2008, 11:48:26 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"Sadly 2 of the reindeer died earlier this year, and no more were brought in by DLRP, so Santa will be reindeer-less throught the whole season!  :(

Is that why? OMG, that's so sad :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on December 03, 2008, 09:21:04 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"Sadly 2 of the reindeer died earlier this year, and no more were brought in by DLRP, so Santa will be reindeer-less throughout the whole season!  :(

That is so sad.  RIP raindeers.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on December 29, 2008, 11:30:59 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"I saw this twice on my holiday to DLRP in the mid-week, I saw it twice and everytime there was some stuff added and removed.

Due to various reasons. Normally lack of cast. Dance Captain decisions, weather, costuming, etc. Tigger and Vultures are normally cut/on foot in bad weather/ice (ie. most of this season). The pink birds are the new Ostrich costumes, they came in back in July with the new Vulture costumes.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on January 23, 2009, 05:57:48 PM

Has anybody know what happened to the Alice float recently?

I looked on several videos of the parade earlier this month and there was no Alice float and there was a whole flock of characters behind the Mickey float inculding Jafar, Alice Characters, Pinocchio, Lilo & Stitch, Robin Hood, Cinderella & Lewis Robinson etc.

Is this a new thing?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on January 24, 2009, 07:37:53 PM

The Alice float is in rehab for 3 weeks - it should be back next Saturday. It is the second float to go into rehab - first was the Romance 2 float, and next will be Imagination, so Mickey and co will be walking the parade while the 15th sign is removed and the float is redecorated for Mickey's Magical Party!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Riebi on January 24, 2009, 07:48:08 PM

hope "redecorated" doesn´t mean give it some horrible colors all over

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kris on January 24, 2009, 08:57:41 PM

3 weeks is a long long time for the float to be in rehab. All those added painting effects on the floats appeared overnight ahead of the 'premiere' a couple of years back. I'm kind of scared about which illuminous shades they'll paint 'Imagination' :S

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on January 24, 2009, 11:26:25 PM

They may just add streamers and more party-ish things. Maybe balloons from the top of the Hot Air balloon and the moon?

Anyone know if they will be getting rid of Just Like we Dreamed It?
It fits the parade but they may want to re-enforce the party atmosphere.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on January 25, 2009, 12:56:42 AM

Quote from: "Willow"Anyone know if they will be getting rid of Just Like we Dreamed It?
It fits the parade but they may want to re-enforce the party atmosphere.

Its definitely staying

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on January 26, 2009, 02:57:17 PM

Quote from: "Riebi"hope "redecorated" doesn´t mean give it some horrible colors all over

You mean something like this.......  :P

(//http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v647/dustysage/Weekend%20Update%202009/012409/nbodyhome/IMG_1156.jpg)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Reiana on January 26, 2009, 04:30:47 PM

OMG  :shock: That's not a float! That's a bad joke. That thing is embarrassing!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kris on January 26, 2009, 05:14:08 PM

That float's hilarious :P

I'm sure the show mode theme will be changed to that party time track. Dreaming has little to do with a magical party I guess

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on January 26, 2009, 08:10:10 PM

Thats the WDW parade isn't it? If it is there are a lot more issues with their parade than just a silly coloured opening float!

Its only for a year and the rest of the parade is in such a state it doesn't look out of place. At least they have got rid of their "Dreams on Parade" song.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: casschr05 on January 26, 2009, 08:22:52 PM

that float is certainly lively!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade- float rehabs
Post by: WDI1992 on February 06, 2009, 01:12:43 PM

The opening float, dreams of imagination, is now (as of past monday) in Refurb and Alice's float has returned, completely refurbed. No changes made of course, the effects seem to have been altered though, more smoke effects and scent effects!  
Mickey and Minnie now make their entrance in the parade sitting in a Main Street Car, surrounded by some extra characters.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on February 06, 2009, 03:06:16 PM

I guess over the next year more floats will be going down during the off-season?

Its worth them going missing for a few weeks just to keep the parade in top condition, its going to be around for many years to come so at least keep it in good condition.

Its such a beautiful parade and hopefully it stays looking as great as it does.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on February 08, 2009, 09:04:36 AM

Quote from: "Kristof"

Quote from: "Riebi"hope "redecorated" doesn´t mean give it some horrible colors all over

You mean something like this.......  :P

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v647/ ... G_1156.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v647/dustysage/Weekend%20Update%202009/012409/nbodyhome/IMG_1156.jpg)

AH MY EYES!!!  :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Miss Tinkerbell on February 10, 2009, 10:43:56 PM

But the parade is definately staying then??? They're not replacing it after the 15 years celebrations have ended???

YAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on February 11, 2009, 10:11:27 AM

of course not, the Once Upon A Dream parade will be here for at least the next 5-7 years!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: WDI1992 on February 11, 2009, 04:26:02 PM

oh lol no no, absolutely not Miss Tinkerbell! that will not happen, you can be sure 'bout that!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on February 13, 2009, 11:12:27 AM

Just to let you know about a new Media Magic Interview with one of the parade's creators now translated into English on DLRP Today, with some especially interesting details about the European roots of inspiration behind its floats:

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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Riebi on February 14, 2009, 12:26:54 PM

Thanks anthony!  =D>

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magicalmouse125 on February 14, 2009, 07:50:29 PM

It's a really good interview. Thank you Anthony. I've always loved OUADP. The music and the atmosphere is just great.

LONG LIVE THE ONCE UPON A DREAM PARADE
love it

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on February 17, 2009, 08:00:46 PM

I was looking through videos of the parade on YouTube and found this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvGPPSTJONA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvGPPSTJONA)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on February 18, 2009, 12:04:40 AM

Quote from: "TowMater"I was looking through videos of the parade on YouTube and found this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvGPPSTJONA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvGPPSTJONA)

Fantastic find, thanks for posting it. Wow, what an interesting video :mrgreen:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on February 18, 2009, 01:11:35 AM

That was a great find! Very intresting video, I love seeing videos of the magic coming together, bit by bit  :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Ice101 on February 20, 2009, 06:31:26 AM

It is funny how most of the Disney parades are there for around 6 years but Disneylands only made through 4, 2005-2008.  Then they'll get a new one for 2010.

None the less, although I haven't actually seen the parade in real life, I really like the layout of it.  It is much similar to Disneyland's Parade of Dreams, which is a favorite of mine, and the whole float theme with the books, and all sorts.  The only thing I don't like, which I don't like in any parade, is the float dedicated to villains.  Walt Disney World's parade has one and I just don't like the actual concept of that.  It doesn't seem right.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on February 20, 2009, 04:25:40 PM

Disneyland, CA gets more entertainment improvements as they mainly aim at locals so need new entertainments to keep them coming back.

Whereas, Walt Disney World is tourists so they very rarely get new entertainment.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magicalmouse125 on February 20, 2009, 07:46:12 PM

Great video. Interresting to see how it all came together. great find

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: casschr05 on March 10, 2009, 08:41:59 PM

apparantly the parade has been travelling from near the main street photography(where it would normally finish) up main street into fantasyland

anyone know why this could be?

Edit: I mean does anyone know why the parade has a different direction?
(I know it happened yesterday)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on March 10, 2009, 11:29:52 PM

It did the same thing when we were there for new year, not sure why though :-k

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on March 10, 2009, 11:47:36 PM

I did hear the other day that the WDW has been trialing running it from Main Street to Frontierland. (It was Frontierland to Main Street). They are trailing a different direction to try and have a better flow of traffic.

The same could be happening in Paris.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: casschr05 on March 10, 2009, 11:49:46 PM

Quote from: "Willow"I did here the other day that the WDW has been trialing running it from Main Street to Frontierland. (It was Frontierland to Main Street). They are trailing a different direction to try and have a better flow of traffic.

The same could be happening in Paris.

I thought of that reason actually...I don't know if it would help though

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on March 10, 2009, 11:54:13 PM

Quote from: "Willow"I did hear the other day that the WDW has been trialing running it from Main Street to Frontierland. (It was Frontierland to Main Street). They are trailing a different direction to try and have a better flow of traffic.

The same could be happening in Paris.

WDW's nightime parade - "Spectromagic" runs from Maim Street to Frontierland, but if you nto talking about that, last August I think it was, they were refurbishing the bridge the floats and dancers travel over during the route and so the parade route was altered, from Mainstreet up to Central Plaza around and back down.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on March 11, 2009, 01:20:47 AM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"

Quote from: "Willow"I did hear the other day that the WDW has been trialing running it from Main Street to Frontierland. (It was Frontierland to Main Street). They are trailing a different direction to try and have a better flow of traffic.

The same could be happening in Paris.

WDW's nightime parade - "Spectromagic" runs from Maim Street to Frontierland, but if you nto talking about that, last August I think it was, they were refurbishing the bridge the floats and dancers travel over during the route and so the parade route was altered, from Mainstreet up to Central Plaza around and back down.

I'm talking about the Daytime parade. The Celebrate Dreams Come True Parade

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magicalmouse125 on March 11, 2009, 02:46:13 PM

does anyone know why the dreams of imaginations float was down during photos magiques latest photo report.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elwell2009 on March 11, 2009, 03:37:43 PM

Hi its having its refurb to get rid of the 15th decorations

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: pussinboots on March 30, 2009, 06:25:53 PM

http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateli ... -more.html (http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateline-disneyland/1047-celebrate-street-party-dca-construction-monorail-orange-more.html)

I was just reading this and knowing the travesty they have at the Magic Kingdom, I would just like to state for the record that Disneyland Paris has a really really great parade.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on March 30, 2009, 07:21:13 PM

Yes, at least this year's trend for horrible, loud and ugly events is across all their Western resorts. I cannot believe they cut Parade of Dreams of this new event... thank god Once Upon a Dream is still so new.

It's also interesting to note that OUADP was directed by Katy Harris, who also directed the High School Musical shows (great), the Fantasy Festival Stage adaptation of Winnie the Pooh (great) and now -I believe- Playhouse Disney (perfect).

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on March 30, 2009, 10:31:12 PM

Just a note  :idea:
Celebrate! A street party is only a summer filler until the seasonal parades kick in (Halloween + Christmas) then after Christmas in 2010, Disneyland is getting a new Parade for it's 55th Birthday. So this parade won't be round for to long, it's not too bad if you watch some of the videos, It really fits in with the US parks.

Ooh and just to keep myself right, the new Parade shall be called "Wonder Parade".

 :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Ben mower on April 10, 2009, 09:28:49 AM

is some one inside the flots driving them or is it remotcontrolled :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 10, 2009, 01:39:55 PM

Good question, It is both what I heard from before.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: paul on April 10, 2009, 02:01:32 PM

I don't know for sure but have always assumed they're driven by someone inside - as I thought that's why each float has a person walking in front of it who at night carries a maglit torch with red wand on it to guide the driver.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 10, 2009, 02:25:51 PM

Always a person is driving - either hidden or visible; like the pirate on the Peter Pan float, or the Green Army man at the back of the Toy Story float!


The red light is indeed to guide the drivers, incase they loose their way, and to help the driver regulate their speed. All the floats also have up to 6 cameras to help the drivers!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: paul on April 10, 2009, 02:38:08 PM

Thanks Poppy!  :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Ben mower on April 10, 2009, 04:47:02 PM

thanks  :lol:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 11, 2009, 09:35:27 PM

Thanks Poppy!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 12, 2009, 10:36:48 PM

I have a question, Is Alice a puppet or a anitromic?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 12, 2009, 10:38:15 PM

Alice (I'm guessing) is a very large animatronic.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Agent Lex on April 12, 2009, 11:46:06 PM

Indeed. If you ever see the parade from Walt's you might get a glimpse inside at the mechanics (which is a shame really).

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Martyn on April 26, 2009, 12:24:58 PM

So by the looks of things I'm the only who preffered the previous parade and music?

Well more the music really, you just cant beat "Dancin' (A Catchy Rhythm)".

Oh and the previous parade had MUCH more dancers etc in between the floats, where this 'new' didn't realy have much at all, and we were left just looking around at other things until the next float turned up!

Sorry to rant, but I love DLP so much, they seem to do everything right, but in my opinion, they've made a big mistake with this new parade.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on April 26, 2009, 01:37:42 PM

Quote from: "Martyn"Sorry to rant, but I love DLP so much, they seem to do everything right, but in my opinion, they've made a big mistake with this new parade.

Everyone's entitled to their own opinion. The old parade was great, but it had been around for such a long time that it almost needed to be replaced :wink:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on April 26, 2009, 04:11:13 PM

I have to disagree.

The old Parade was old, boring and so repetitive because it had been around so long.

OUADP is a parade for the 2000s, not the 90s.
Its modern, it has a lot of new technology, it has features which no other Disney parade has. The music is fantastic and suits the story of the parade perfectly.

Its the best Disney parade in the world.

Dancin' got old very quickly, especially as it used to repeat on a loop constantly. How boring.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 26, 2009, 04:20:20 PM

I have to agree, OUADP has got to be one of the best Disney parades ... in the world!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Joseph Carter on April 26, 2009, 04:39:59 PM

In my opinion....After seeing some of the recent parades in WDW the OUADP is quite obviously a cut above the rest. The Villains float is just stunning! :D/
I can't wait to see it again in 146 days! :D
The soundtrack is far more magical and less cheesy than "Dancing a Catchy Rythym".

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: lil-shawn on April 26, 2009, 05:33:06 PM

have to argee, this is definitely the best disney parade in the world,
the stile of the floats and the music are great.
i think this parade can take one more float, something like dreams of heroes
with hercules/ mulan, and this float will be between the lion king/ jungle book and
mermaid/ aladdin float  :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magicalmouse125 on April 26, 2009, 06:18:36 PM

I agree with you all. The first time i saw the OUADP i got 'goose bumps' beacuse it was christmas and it was freezing :P . But no it was one of the most sensational disney parades i have seen in a long time.

 :offtopic: Completly off topic! What do you guys think of 'Tokyo Disneyland's Jubilation'
Beacuse next to OUADP Jubilation is my favourite. It's great!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on April 26, 2009, 08:14:10 PM

I forgot about Jubilation when I made my post earlier.

Its a really nice parade and is actually ahead of OUADP for me, but that is only due to the huge number of floats they have and the scale it is. Its huge!
If the scale was smaller OUADP would be my favourite.

Isn't everything Tokyo do amazing and on a much bigger scale than anywhere else?

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Post by: zanderstarz on April 26, 2009, 10:50:03 PM

Quote from: "Willow"I forgot about Jubilation when I made my post earlier.

Its a really nice parade and is actually ahead of OUADP for me, but that is only due to the huge number of floats they have and the scale it is. Its huge!
If the scale was smaller OUADP would be my favourite.

Isn't everything Tokyo do amazing and on a much bigger scale than anywhere else?

i have to admit, Tokyo have the perfect balance between characters, dancers and disney magic...if only it was like that everywhere! im hoping to take a holiday in TokyoDisneyland next year, fingers crossed!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 27, 2009, 08:06:57 AM

Jubilation is a beautiful parade, The floats tower above you and the actrobats are stunning!

So too is this parade when I saw it in person I had a tear down my right cheek while sniffing the smells and filming at the same time with a smile on my face, Really magical.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Agent Lex on April 28, 2009, 02:10:55 PM

Quote from: "Willow"Isn't everything Tokyo do amazing and on a much bigger scale than anywhere else?

Isn't that because it's not actually owned by Disney? The Oriental Land Company owns and operates that resort, and I guess since they only have one resort to upkeep they can pump more cash into it, providing bigger and better stuff.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on April 28, 2009, 07:20:02 PM

Quote from: "Agent Lex"

Quote from: "Willow"Isn't everything Tokyo do amazing and on a much bigger scale than anywhere else?

Isn't that because it's not actually owned by Disney? The Oriental Land Company owns and operates that resort, and I guess since they only have one resort to upkeep they can pump more cash into it, providing bigger and better stuff.

The Oriental Land Company have a lot of money and like to invest into the resort.
Their Winnie the Pooh ride cost hundreds of millions of dollars.
The WDW Winnie the Pooh ride cost a few million dollars.

The huge attendances also help. There are never any quiet days.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: The Butlin Boy on April 28, 2009, 07:27:16 PM

Quote from: "Willow"The Oriental Land Company have a lot of money and like to invest into the resort.
Their Winnie the Pooh ride cost hundreds of millions of dollars.
The WDW Winnie the Pooh ride cost a few million dollars.

You just have to look at the new Monsters Inc ride to see this, it's incredible :shock:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on April 29, 2009, 01:46:43 AM

also, nearly all of the attractions in Tokyo are sponsored, not many in DLRP are. i think DLRP should have more sponsorship, especially in its entertainment department, all they have to do is stick the sponsors name on the entrance sign or on a parade float. but all in all, DOUD is a very good parade. it could do with a few more dancers to fill in the gaps but im sure that in time this will happen. rumors are that this year will see DOUD's first halloween or christmas makeover! fingers crossed!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 29, 2009, 06:39:13 PM

Oohhh wow!  :shock:  :D.
I could always Imagine the Moon/Sun in the first float wearing masks. Freaky ... but cool!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on April 29, 2009, 07:22:15 PM

A potential overlay for the seasons sounds good to me.

I'd still like to see the Halloween float be apart of the parade. Instead of it being a Pre-Parade treat it as a proper float.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 30, 2009, 08:17:19 AM

I love the sound of a season makeover!

Let's get back that villains parade music and do the same thing to it what we did to the Christmas soundtrack.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kris on April 30, 2009, 07:22:36 PM

I'd like the seasonal (carolers') float to have a bigger revamp. It always looks so two-dimensional, flimsy and stands out like a sore thumb against the 'real' floats.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elaine on May 14, 2009, 09:44:46 PM

Is there a problem with the Lion King float at the moment? I'm just back, we watched the parade Monday through Wednesday, and the Lion King float wasn't in the parade any of these days. Consequently, the gaps between the floats seemed a lot bigger.

Elaine

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on May 14, 2009, 10:07:46 PM

Quote from: "Elaine"Is there a problem with the Lion King float at the moment? I'm just back, we watched the parade Monday through Wednesday, and the Lion King float wasn't in the parade any of these days. Consequently, the gaps between the floats seemed a lot bigger.

Elaine

As part of the general parade maintenance, each float is being taken out of the parade one at a time for refurbishment. Laughter & Fun and Imagination have already been refurbished, Adventure will return to the parade in another week or two.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elaine on May 14, 2009, 11:22:59 PM

Thanks for that quick reply  :D

Elaine

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on May 24, 2009, 10:56:11 AM

Let's go a few pages back and I found a video featuring the Romance incident.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxEhrSbs ... re=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxEhrSbstV0&feature=related)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magicalmouse125 on May 24, 2009, 08:00:18 PM

Good video, Thanks TowMater. Jut goes to prove that bad things can happen even at the happiest place on earth.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on May 25, 2009, 02:49:52 AM

What I'm still wondering about this is if there were people stood at the spot it hit. I wouldn't like that beast of a parade float heading toward me with a crowd behind.

[youtube:33qgmk2l]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxEhrSbstV0[/youtube:33qgmk2l]

I love how at 5mins in they try to move it and just make it worse... :lol:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aveen2008 on May 25, 2009, 02:51:21 PM

oops lol! :P  I agree I think I would be terrified to see that thing coming at me!! More of a nightmare than a dream!! :shock:  Poor Beast hit his head lol. I hav eto say I think it's kind of funny ( I must be in an evil mood). ALthough I hope no body was actually hurt! Appart from the poor pavement and the bottom of the float! :(

How did they get it moved in the end?? :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Rascal-HN on June 20, 2009, 01:07:33 PM

Since Christmas Time I visit Disneyland Paris 3 Times. At Christmas Time the Fantillousion Parade always begins at Main Street, not as usually at Small World. Since then the same thing "happen" to the OUADP... does anybody know if the parade will now always started at Main Street? Because it`s boring if you wait over 30 minutes to see a parade stop and than an other float will stopp at your nose  :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on June 20, 2009, 03:52:22 PM

There have been tests at most of the Disney Theme Parks around the world about switching the direction which the parade travels.

Travelling from Main Street to it's a small world is meant to have better guest flow than it's a small world to Main Street.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Rascal-HN on July 12, 2009, 12:10:41 PM

Thanks Willow for your answer :) I`d love to see the pinocchio stop and also the snow white and aladdin stop. Usually, the parade stops will be in the area to frontierland. But the last two times, when the parade begins at Main Street and I stood by Frontierland, once I saw the Mickey Mouse Stop in Front, the other Time I saw the Alice in Wonderland stop.
I`d ask the members in the park where I should to be for the parade stop I wan`t, but they never knew anything grrr....
Can you tell me, which place I must be, that I can see the Pinocchio and Alladin/SnowWhite Stop?
Will this Christmas be the same as last year with the elves or is something new on it? Will the reindeers be back (the old died... r.i.p.)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on July 13, 2009, 06:49:13 PM

Quote from: "Rascal-HN"Can you tell me, which place I must be, that I can see the Pinocchio and Alladin/SnowWhite Stop?

The first Aladdin show stop is just before Pizzeria Bella Notte, the first Pinocchio and 2nd Aladdin stops are at the same point at the popcorn stand next to frontierland. The 2nd  Pinocchio show stop is at the right hand side of the Train Station on Town Square.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aveen2008 on July 13, 2009, 08:08:53 PM

how many years do you think they will keep the OUADP for?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Willow on July 13, 2009, 08:20:34 PM

Quote from: "Aveen2008"how many years do you think they will keep the OUADP for?

It was pretty expensive, and look how long we had the last one for!

It wouldn't surprise me if it was still going until the 25th Anniversary.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aveen2008 on July 13, 2009, 08:26:21 PM

Quote from: "Willow"

Quote from: "Aveen2008"how many years do you think they will keep the OUADP for?

It was pretty expensive, and look how long we had the last one for!

It wouldn't surprise me if it was still going until the 25th Anniversary.

It wouldn't surprise me either to be fair. I guess for people who don't go often its brand new and completely amazing. like it is a wonderful parade.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on July 14, 2009, 11:19:44 AM

Maybe I missed this, but can someone please tell me from where the Parade is leaving now, Main Street or still IASW? A friend of mine is going on Friday, I want to send her to the right spot...

Thanks!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on July 14, 2009, 11:24:30 AM

Quote from: "never2old"Maybe I missed this, but can someone please tell me from where the Parade is leaving now, Main Street or still IASW? A friend of mine is going on Friday, I want to send her to the right spot...

Thanks!

"it's a small world" gates.  :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on July 14, 2009, 11:34:11 AM

Great, thanks Kristof  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Rascal-HN on July 15, 2009, 02:21:32 PM

Maybe I missed this, but can someone please tell me from where the Parade is leaving now, Main Street or still IASW? A friend of mine is going on Friday, I want to send her to the right spot...

Thanks!


"it's a small world" gates. :)

That`s what I mean, why they`re so often change the Parade Route?  :evil:
They sould be made a notice for the park visitors like the one with the opening hours in Fantasyland when the Firework starts. Like "Today the parade will be starting in Main Street (or Fantasyland)" I am the only one who cares about the parade stops? :|

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MagicStar on July 17, 2009, 10:27:53 PM

Hey Rascal ;-)
Hmmm - I think the "normal" visitors don´t care about the parade stops, cause they don´t know so much about them.
We - the fans - know: Ok, here they stop, and there they stop.
The normal visitors don´t know much about the flow of the parades...
They just see: Oh the parade is coming.

BTW: I would be lucky too, to know, where it starts  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Nicholas-c on July 18, 2009, 04:12:18 AM

parade route starts at fantasyland next to IASW from the passage way to and from discoveryland and goes round to the bottom of main street.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elaine on July 22, 2009, 10:10:28 PM

I watch the OUAD parade (often twice a day) every day of every visit we make to DLRP, and I've never seen it start anywhere else other than at the gates near IASW. I wonder why they sometimes change it, as I've seen reported on forums that this happens?

Elaine

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Walts heir on July 23, 2009, 02:14:08 AM

Rade but I hate the crowd so here are a couple of tips
1 come early and stand close to a trash cannot a fixed object so no one can push you
2 try too stand on the railroad main street station if you can it's a great spot
3 if you don't want to see the parade make sure you are on the side of the park you want to be in for the next hour because you will be stuck there and the rides will have almost no queue

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15yearsofMagic2008 on July 30, 2009, 12:19:59 PM

Why did they use the same parade as they did 2 years ago ? Why couldn't they get a new one ? Was it because of the cost ?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: -breeno- on July 30, 2009, 12:29:23 PM

Cost didn't really play a part, they wanted to keep it.  It's a popular parade and it wasn't just for the 15th Anniversary.  OUADP was made to replace the last parade (The Wonderful World of Disney Parade, is that right?) and look how long is lasted.  Having a parade for just two years, especially a parade like OUADP which a lot of time, money, effort and detail was put into would be a waste.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15yearsofMagic2008 on July 30, 2009, 08:19:50 PM

Quote from: "-breeno-"Cost didn't really play a part, they wanted to keep it.  It's a popular parade and it wasn't just for the 15th Anniversary.  OUADP was made to replace the last parade (The Wonderful World of Disney Parade, is that right?) and look how long is lasted.  Having a parade for just two years, especially a parade like OUADP which a lot of time, money, effort and detail was put into would be a waste.

You've got a point , mate x

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Rascal-HN on July 31, 2009, 07:38:33 AM

Does anyone knows, if the elves will return this year on the Christmas Time? And will "new" reindeers be in front of santa claus?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15yearsofMagic2008 on July 31, 2009, 11:32:42 AM

Is the christmas parade the same parade they are using now , but with decorations added ? x

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Rascal-HN on July 31, 2009, 12:09:16 PM

The last 2 years, since the Once upon a dream parade, it is the normal parade, with no christmas decorartion or costumes. At the End of the parade they put the nutcrackers (sorry I used my English not a long time :) and Santa Claus. In the first year they are also victorian dancers, wich I prefer. It is more gentle and glamarous than the elves that fallowed last year and the victorian dancers where out! I hope also they decoarate the floats with a christmas tuch and put the characters on christmas costumes (they had the costumes why they didn`t take it?) Take Halloween. On the first float Mickey and Minnie wear different costumes.
Put the Magic back in the Christmas Parade  [-o<

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Gareth on July 31, 2009, 12:12:25 PM

im going in december this year i hop that it gets a christmas theme :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on November 08, 2009, 02:10:00 AM

Just to spread out discussion a bit, official photos of the new reworked Dreams of Christmas unit:

(//http://www.dlrptoday.com/images/2009/11/08_dreamsofchristmas_01sm.jpg)

(//http://www.dlrptoday.com/images/2009/11/08_dreamsofchristmas_02sm.jpg)

More here: http://www.dlrptoday.com/2009/11/08/san ... isneyland/ (http://www.dlrptoday.com/2009/11/08/santas-almost-new-sleigh-pulls-into-disneyland/)

And here's a reminder (//http://www.dlrpmagic.com/guidebook/disneyland-park/entertainment/thewonderfulworldofdisneyparade/parade_cinderella_1.jpg) what the float used to look like.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aveen2008 on November 08, 2009, 02:18:52 AM

aw wow I love the reindeer! They look magical! Much better than the dressed up people reindeers hehe!! :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: candydog on November 08, 2009, 09:27:27 PM

Wow... It DOES look like a boat...

Hmmm.... I like the reindeer but I'm not huge fan of what I can see of the sleigh. It could have been a bit bigger and more... sleigh-like, but I'll wait until I see some better photos of the sleigh part before I make an amateur critic of myself  :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Epcot_Boy on November 08, 2009, 09:38:33 PM

Interestingly the Drum Carriage broke down on saturday and had to be towed half way down Main Street :(  They did get it going in the end though :)
I have a vid of the incident which I'll put up shortly. It's the first time I've seen a carriage break down but they dealt with it pretty effectively :)

Here's a still from the vid

(//http://images23.fotki.com/v765/photos/1/1347315/6607827/P1030264-vi.jpg)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: xceemora on January 09, 2010, 06:36:23 PM

Do u have the video when the float broke down.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magic M on January 16, 2010, 01:31:48 PM

How many different parades have there been over the 16 years?

I can vividly remember my first trip to DLRP and a "Circus" themed parade with a mini trapeze act and "Goofy the Gargantuan" as a comedy strongman.  How long did this parade last?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on January 16, 2010, 02:33:34 PM

Quote from: "Magic M"How many different parades have there been over the 16 years?

That's a difficult question to answer really, because up until this one began in 2007, the parades were often just the same floats recycled in various ways. There were also smaller additional cavalcades for new releases though, such as the Toy Story, Lion King, Aladdin, Hunchback parades.

Disney's ImagiNations Parade was perhaps the only full new daytime parade, in 2000, but had a short life because guests (apparently) didn't like the lack of characters and the huge floats were a bit difficult to work with.

Quote from: "Magic M"I can vividly remember my first trip to DLRP and a "Circus" themed parade with a mini trapeze act and "Goofy the Gargantuan" as a comedy strongman.  How long did this parade last?

Disney's Toon Circus, only from April to September 2001. I don't think it was very popular...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ulak on January 16, 2010, 06:05:58 PM

Quote from: "Anthony"

Quote from: "Magic M"How many different parades have there been over the 16 years?

That's a difficult question to answer really, because up until this one began in 2007, the parades were often just the same floats recycled in various ways. There were also smaller additional cavalcades for new releases though, such as the Toy Story, Lion King, Aladdin, Hunchback parades.

Disney's ImagiNations Parade was perhaps the only full new daytime parade, in 2000, but had a short life because guests (apparently) didn't like the lack of characters and the huge floats were a bit difficult to work with.

Can we seeing video of ImagiNations Parade? thank you. :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on January 16, 2010, 08:26:55 PM

Here's a video: http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xtpye_ ... ade_travel (http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xtpye_imaginations-parade_travel)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Fubar on January 17, 2010, 06:59:06 PM

The 'Once Upon a Dream' parade. Three parts all in HD. Taken by me in August 2009.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJZkm5EOS44 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJZkm5EOS44)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lszVmHTQsSs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lszVmHTQsSs)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVRjyvfuJuo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVRjyvfuJuo)

Title: NEWS - Pre-parade??
Post by: theverynk on January 17, 2010, 07:44:23 PM

So I have close friends who work at DLP and they mentioned tonight that they "had fun in their first pre-parade tonight"... !
I didn't find out what they meant at this stage but am waiting a response to a message as they were in a hurry.
Does anyone know anything about this?!

When I know more I shall update!!

Dan :)

Title: Re: NEWS - Pre-parade??
Post by: theverynk on January 17, 2010, 09:38:27 PM

Ok, so apparently the Peter Pan / Mary Poppins float is out of action, so they have added them as a pre-parade!

Title: Re: NEWS - Pre-parade??
Post by: JelleP on January 18, 2010, 01:16:43 PM

So they've picked out one float and put this in front of the parade or something? :?

Title: Re: NEWS - Pre-parade??
Post by: Kristof on January 18, 2010, 02:06:03 PM

Merged this topic with the Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade topic.

The Mary Poppins is float is probably in refurbishment.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on January 18, 2010, 08:18:00 PM

yea the Peter Pan/Mary Poppins float is in refurbishment until 7th Feburary!  Until then Peter, Wendy, Hook, Smee, the pirates, Mary, Burt and some penguins go out before the parade on the "Just Like We Dreamed it" 5 min call.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Magic M on January 21, 2010, 04:35:56 PM

The pre show will probably look a little like this...

[youtube:ed8x8wg2]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwjVbhbPhH8&feature=PlayList&p=5047404677566C4E&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=4[/youtube:ed8x8wg2]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on February 24, 2010, 02:13:38 PM

With Princess Tiana and co now joining the parade, it's a shame Giselle never got a look in. Wouldn't this festival be the time to introduce her finally? I know they want the focus on The Princess and the Frog, but would be an obvious way of plussing the finale to the parade...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Mrs. Jennes on February 24, 2010, 02:52:26 PM

Quote from: "dlrpkris"With Princess Tiana and co now joining the parade, it's a shame Giselle never got a look in. Wouldn't this festival be the time to introduce her finally? I know they want the focus on The Princess and the Frog, but would be an obvious way of plussing the finale to the parade...

Right, really, what about Giselle?!  :shock:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: luke85 on February 24, 2010, 04:11:23 PM

I've heard that Disney had originally planned to make Giselle an official Disney Princess, but decided against it when they realised that because the character is based upon Amy Adams, they would always have to pay to use her likeness. That would have included all merchandise, as well as park characters.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on February 24, 2010, 09:20:41 PM

They should've thought of that when making the movie! In any case, I'm sure Disney could still make massive profits on here. Like everything else :S

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Columbiad on February 24, 2010, 11:23:41 PM

Quote from: "luke85"I've heard that Disney had originally planned to make Giselle an official Disney Princess, but decided against it when they realised that because the character is based upon Amy Adams, they would always have to pay to use her likeness. That would have included all merchandise, as well as park characters.

But this still hasn't stopped them. Giselle has been found several times in the US parks (although not extensively). YouTube it or punch it into Flickr. She had a fantastic costume, and with the wig and tiara, she looked exactly like Amy Adams.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: luke85 on February 24, 2010, 11:35:16 PM

Yeah I've seen some pics, but she wasn't in the parks for long, I assume she was only used in the parks around the time of the movie for promotion. It's a shame, as she looked really good as a park character.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Mrs. Jennes on February 26, 2010, 02:44:51 PM

can anyonepost a picture of her, please ? :o
i am curious now! :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on February 26, 2010, 06:22:34 PM

Here you go: http://www.laughingplace.com/Lotion-View-506.asp (http://www.laughingplace.com/Lotion-View-506.asp%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

(//http://www.laughingplace.com/lp/lotion/pics/SS20071120-WDWEnchantedPreParade/P1-0004.JPG)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: wishuponastar on March 09, 2010, 10:43:47 PM

Have they stopped doing the show-stops permanently now? Looking at recent videos on youtube they have?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on March 10, 2010, 12:17:53 AM

No there are still 2 show-stops per parade. Unless it is too cold/wet/busy etc....

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: disneyrules on March 10, 2010, 06:43:07 PM

Was it just me or was the the Once Upon a Dream Parade quite short compared to most of the disney parades.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 11, 2010, 09:16:26 PM

They've mentioned new music for Dreams of Romance and I know it will be in the same format as the rest of the parade (with jingles in-between)... but will the princesses just dance to music from The Princess and the Frog or will this music just 'feature' in part of the loop of all princess tunes? Anyone actually understand my question? lol

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on March 16, 2010, 10:39:02 AM

The Dreams of Romance float was not in the parade last week, and the princesses were walking instead.

The Beast was already gone and replaced by the Prince (formerly known as Beast  :lol: )

(//http://images112.fotki.com/v189/photos/8/1582018/8550916/IMG_4939-vi.jpg)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 16, 2010, 04:10:06 PM

Oooooh interesting. Would love to think they're making additions to the float as well as music. Hoping it's not just routine maintenance...

By the way... doesn't that stone floor look bad! This is why I can't bring myself to watch a parade in Fantasyland.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on March 16, 2010, 06:29:08 PM

I've heard the music for the float which they'll mix in with the existing soundtrack.  It's a new orchestral recording of Ma Belle Evangeline.  Don't know if they're going to use other music of the film on top of that.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 16, 2010, 07:54:58 PM

Yeah the orchestration really fits the existing soundtrack well. Obviously DOUADP was recorded with the Royal Philharmonic. I'm guessing they went back to Budapest however for this one? The overall quality of all the new music for the NGF is outstanding. Happy face :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 16, 2010, 10:22:44 PM

The float's been in rehab for a few modifications in time for Princess Tiana. New flowers and greenery on the front of the float

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on March 16, 2010, 11:22:11 PM

I presume Belle and the non-Beast are being shunted elsewhere then? No more roses on the front?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 17, 2010, 12:45:04 AM

Yeah I thought that had been expected however. Sure I'd read it somewhere. Just found this pic of the alterations. Is that a cage for them to dance in or just the perspective playing tricks with me?

(//http://www.pixiedust.be/DLP%2015%20maart%202010%20130.jpg)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on March 19, 2010, 09:42:07 PM

Tiana makes her parade premiere tomorrow!  along with the soft-openings of the All Star Express and Ratatouille in Stars n' Cars.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 22, 2010, 12:11:53 PM

So much for the all-new music. Seems like it's just a few second clip attatched to the current Dreams of Romance loop. Didn't they mention jazz music anyway?

Here's the showmode:

[youtube:y7b2tmwj]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU1tYwWqoew[/youtube:y7b2tmwj]

From CafeMickey1 on YouTube

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 22, 2010, 12:38:20 PM

Yup, they messed the music right up :(

This link should go to the tiny snipet of music we have... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cmrYXns2Nk#t=4m09s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cmrYXns2Nk#t=4m09s%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Annet on March 22, 2010, 01:17:33 PM

Aahw my niece loves Tiana, if I'd known she'd make her debut already we would've gone one weekend later.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on March 22, 2010, 04:51:30 PM

Quote from: "dlrpkris"This link should go to the tiny snipet of music we have... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cmrYXns2Nk#t=4m09s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cmrYXns2Nk#t=4m09s%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

A sparkly pixie dust sound solves all mixing problems! Couldn't Ma Belle Evangeline have had its own section?

Is that Tiana speaking over the top? It's hard to distinguish a southern accent in French...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on March 23, 2010, 11:01:36 AM

I think it would have worked out better if they had put Tiana and Naveen on the first romance float in the middle rather than shifting Belle and her prince to one side (i prefer having the prince to the beast, but why doesnt he have a nice shiney new parade costume yet?!). To fit Tianas lines in they could have just cut out some of Belles that way all of the princesses would speak instead of getting rid of poor Cinderella's lines. Also in all the paris pictures iv seen of Tiana her dress is deffinately too short compared to the other parks.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on March 23, 2010, 12:26:02 PM

I thought the whole point of these changes was to put Princess Tiana in pride of place and give her a big fanfare into the established world of Disney Princesses. It's her parade debut anywhere in the world as far as I'm aware. Why give her such a modest entrance. I mean, most people wouldn't even notice that music. And given how our parade music system is structured, why didn't they slot it in properly?

Not only did they just mix it with sparkly pixe-dust sounds, it's out of time and much louder than the rest of the music to really make it stand out. Poor show. It's clear that all the time, money and imagination went into Showtime Spectacular and the revamped Stars 'n Cars. At least the modifications to the costume and float were spot on... just we were offered far more originally

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aurora on March 24, 2010, 10:45:44 AM

Same for me, I like seeing the Beast with Belle(I know I mentiond this before) I think they are stuck somewhere on the float. I`ll have to find out on wich side I have to watch to see them..
I also think Tianas dress is too short.
By the way: do they still have the same showstops? From that clip above I would think so. BY the Bella Notte and in front of the castle, right? (that is for the princess-float)
Only 3 more weeks or so, till we go to DLP!! :D/
Aurora

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on March 26, 2010, 03:34:14 PM

Here's my video of Tiana on her float driving by (right before a BIIIIG rain shower fell from the sky).

[youtube:2nsh3p1n]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfgKMgIhGG0[/youtube:2nsh3p1n]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: JelleP on March 26, 2010, 03:48:42 PM

I saw the second video from you on YouTube (with the rainbow over the Fantasia Gardens).
You were lucky the rain didn't fall down during the parade! :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: norhel on March 26, 2010, 04:13:29 PM

Quote from: "JelleP"I saw the second video from you on YouTube (with the rainbow over the Fantasia Gardens).
You were lucky the rain didn't fall down during the parade! :roll:

Agree! Seems that is was raining very.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kristof on March 26, 2010, 05:01:39 PM

The lightning and the heavy rain started when Dreams of Romance was passing Main Street Station, but the characters and dancers didn't stop performing.  =D>

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: JelleP on April 08, 2010, 05:15:36 PM

I just wondered, would we be just as negative about this as TSPL (especially in the beginning) when it replaces the Once Upon an Dream Parade?

[youtube:2nc5z7os]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzNXRUHenE0&feature=fvw[/youtube:2nc5z7os]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on April 08, 2010, 06:49:13 PM

Do you mean to say "when" it replaces Once Upon a Dream Parade?

If something like "Celebrate - A Street Party" replaced our parade of course people would be annoyed!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: _Natalie_x on May 02, 2010, 12:52:03 PM

The once upon a dream parade is amaaaazing !! :D  Last time we went to the park we made sure we were there everyday at the same place for the parade :D  

We stood opposite bella notte just before the bridge.. it was a fantastic view and the Dreams of Romance float stopped next to us so the Princess stop show was right infront :D   loved it !  Only realised on the last day that we should have stood abit further down another day to watch a different show stop but we didnt think of that at the time ! :lol:

wheres your favourite place to stand and show stop? :)
 anyone :D lolxx

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: mommy2ash on May 04, 2010, 11:49:10 PM

if  that replaced the ouad parade i would cry. honestly its awful, i would rather have the ouad parade for the next twenty years than something of that quality.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Snow_White_Girl on May 15, 2010, 10:38:41 AM

I hate that thing they have at DLA at the moment, too much tweenybopper Disney Channel influence for my liking! I don't believe they got rid of the quite simply amazing Parade of Dreams for that! If the OUADP got replaced with something like that I'd be gutted... Not long till the 20th anniversary now lol... Wonder if DLP are sticking with the OUADP or planning something new??

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: _Natalie_x on May 18, 2010, 10:01:00 PM

Omg. if it ever turned to that I would cry.   I only watched like the first 30 seconds but hearing a hannah montana song start the parade was enough for me !
Classic disney all the way ! Not this silly tween stuff !  :evil:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aveen2008 on May 19, 2010, 02:23:39 AM

For me personally I prefered having belle and the beast at the front of the float under the little arch thing in the Ouadp, but I can see why they have put Tiana and Naveen there. I haven't seen the Princess and the frog yet so I just feel like they are imposters at the moment :P  I am sure I will feel different when I have seen the film.

I am not fussed on the new DLA event, i wouldnt even call it a parade, more like a street party type thing with very random none disney songs like " you cant stop the beat" from Hairspray, Its not as detailed and certainly wouldnt have cost anywhere near the amount of money the ouadp took.

xxx

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: luke85 on May 19, 2010, 10:57:48 AM

Quote from: "Aveen2008"I haven't seen the Princess and the frog yet so I just feel like they are imposters at the moment :P  I am sure I will feel different when I have seen the film.

You really will, it's great! :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: world-of-colour on June 16, 2010, 10:12:18 PM

Just a little news from the Once Upon a Dream Parade. It is a little magic spoiler so if you don't want to read then don't.

[spoiler:1s7qx8fq]This Monday gone, there was an incident in Fantasyland which injured one of the parade performers.

The Actress was playing Maleficent on the Dreams of Power float. She is a parade vetrain of 7 years and one of the orignal and dare I say "The Best" Maleficent fell from the float backwards landing on her neck, after her harness and seat structure snapped in half sending her crashing onto the concrete.

(//http://www.pixiedust.be/DLP14juni2010%20050.jpg)

(//http://www.pixiedust.be/DLP14juni2010%20054.jpg)

After 5 mins she was able to get-up and walk off the parade route and backstage, without her usual dose of "force and power" but still snarling at guests of course, many of whom were still asking for autographs and photos  :roll:

(//http://www.pixiedust.be/DLP14juni2010%20060.jpg)

The parade was rushed through afterwards with the rather sad looking power float looking not so powerful!!
(//http://www.pixiedust.be/DLP14juni2010%20062.jpg)

Pictures from Pixiedust.be

The float was out of action yesterday, but it returned today - without Maleficent!! Its not yet clear if or when she will return to the float, but if your going soon and wondering "where is she...??" Well now you know!!  ;)[/spoiler:1s7qx8fq]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Scissorsboi on June 16, 2010, 10:20:46 PM

That is terrible news! I hope she's ok, and will continue to take her place in the parade, I've always felt that Malificent is one of the best parts of the whole parade, it's makes the Dreams of Power float work as well as it does!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: luke85 on June 16, 2010, 10:53:09 PM

I hope she's ok, that must have been pretty painful :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on June 16, 2010, 11:15:05 PM

Ahhh poor thing! Although on another note, it's good to see the evil queen keeping up her appearence...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: _Natalie_x on June 16, 2010, 11:28:52 PM

Wow I hope the actress is ok !!! :( that's such a shame, hopefully it will alert disney though to check all floats so this doesn't happen again !! X

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: tubbsy on June 17, 2010, 06:43:11 AM

Poor thing! Hope shes OK. How professional and brilliant of her to keep going in character

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on June 17, 2010, 04:45:41 PM

Oh dear, I hope she's OK! I love Maleficent, she's one of the best characters in the parade! Her and the Evil Queen. Absolutely brilliant  :thumbs:

Was this her?

(//http://images54.fotki.com/v460/photos/8/1582018/8108579/100_3455-vi.jpg)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on June 17, 2010, 08:17:45 PM

Quote from: "never2old"Was this her?

(//http://images54.fotki.com/v460/photos/8/1582018/8108579/100_3455-vi.jpg)

Yes that was her!

She is a truely amazing performer, and the best Maleficent by miles.

I hope she makes a quick recovery and is back on her float soon.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: xceemora on June 17, 2010, 10:49:08 PM

Was there a video when the incident happen in the parade?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on June 21, 2010, 05:16:54 PM

Ouch! Hope she is alright and makes a quick recovery, did the other floats behind and in front had to dance at the same spot for so many minutes or did a show stop?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DopeyDad on June 21, 2010, 10:14:15 PM

I saw her fall but didn't catch it on video I'm afraid. the floats ahead carried on at least as far as the Castle stage, I couldn't see further than that. The floats behind and all dancers etc carried on their routines on the spot until the whole rear section was able to start again to a round of applause from the crowd. Don't know how this must have looked further up the route with what must have been 5 minutes gap between them, or maybe they all waited until the rear caught up? She seemed to be ok and walked away at least so, all the performers were very professional.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on June 21, 2010, 10:30:27 PM

Has Maleficent returned yet? If not, I really hope she's back by July!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on July 15, 2010, 01:56:33 AM

Forward this to 4:20 and it's rather sad without Maleficent :(
[youtube:2zf2ympc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0p9-KkHEv4&feature=related[/youtube:2zf2ympc]
Althought this was taken in June, has she returned since then? :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBud on July 19, 2010, 09:40:10 PM

She still wasn't back on the float this past weekend. It looked as if any sign that she had been there has been removed. Maybe she'll be gone for a long time?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on July 20, 2010, 08:50:37 AM

Maybe her injury is worse than we expected?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on July 21, 2010, 09:16:56 AM

Poor Maleficent!! She's really one of my personal highlights for the Parade, I hope she can return! More importantly of course, I hope she'll be OK!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Mrs Potatohead on July 29, 2010, 03:37:56 PM

Saw the parade Sunday 25th and she still was absent, the evil queen from snow white was the only 'live' charecter with the float, it looks really bare without malificent on the front!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Kobato on July 30, 2010, 11:48:32 AM

I hope Malefiecent recovers soon, she is one of my favourite characters in all the parade!
And it has been more than a month since she fell, maybe they are revising the float to make it more safe? Or she got a serious injury?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: claire2281 on July 30, 2010, 04:43:37 PM

Quote from: "Kobato"I hope Malefiecent recovers soon, she is one of my favourite characters in all the parade!
And it has been more than a month since she fell, maybe they are revising the float to make it more safe? Or she got a serious injury?

Probably a health and safety thing. Can't risk the cast member falling off and seriously injuring herself so it's likely going through a thorough examination and report before she's allowed back.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: simonandwendy626 on August 01, 2010, 04:21:42 PM

Hi Guys,

What exactly happened to Maleficent?

Wendy

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: tubbsy on August 01, 2010, 06:33:28 PM

Just flick back one page Wendy you can see in more detail, but unfortunately she had a fall from the float hurting herself. We're all hoping she'll be well very soon and back in the parade

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Disney93 on August 11, 2010, 11:00:21 PM

I watched the parade 3 times over the last week or so and Maleficent was still missing.

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On the first occasion I presumed that she may have just been ill for the day or something, however during the second and third viewing I noticed that all of her voiceovers in the music had been removed and also her section of the float had been covered up entirely. It made it look as though she wouldn't be returning soon anyway.

Regardless, as shown in the above picture, the float is rather dull now  :(.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: PetiteSirene on August 11, 2010, 11:16:12 PM

I would imagine there is a lot that has to be done in regards to this, meaning that it might not be suprising if she doesnt return at all. After an accident they would have to do a full investigation into it, also not forgetting that Malificent could have been badly injured and be seeking compensation.

In any case I wouldnt expect to see her any time soon, it could just be that they deem it too unsafe for her to return. Its sad though :( the float does look empty without her.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on August 12, 2010, 12:43:21 AM

They are currently working on a new harness system for Maleficent.

They are hoping to get her back in the parade before Halloween. The performer has made a good recovery, and will hopefully be back soon to entertain you "poor imbeciles"  :twisted:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on August 12, 2010, 12:52:46 AM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"They are currently working on a new harness system for Maleficent.

They are hoping to get her back in the parade before Halloween. The performer has made a good recovery, and will hopefully be back soon to entertain you "poor imbeciles"  :twisted:

Great! hahaa, it may sound trivial but this has made my day  :lol:
Now I have to go at christmas time to see her  :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: -breeno- on August 12, 2010, 01:04:42 AM

Good to hear the performer has made a recovery, the Villains float did looks odd without it's Maleficent, but health and safety is always more important.

Still, back to spreading evil across every path for her again now  :twisted:  :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: tubbsy on August 14, 2010, 07:32:46 AM

Great to hear! I wonder does she know how much she has been missed and how many were wishing her well?... I mean sending evil wishes?  :twisted:  ;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Disney_Dreamer on August 14, 2010, 10:12:35 AM

Quote from: "Festival Disney"Has Maleficent returned yet? If not, I really hope she's back by July!!

When I went a few weeks ago, I think Maleficient was there. I did not even know she had been missing from the parade

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: itslewis on September 11, 2010, 02:12:55 PM

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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: sebassah on September 16, 2010, 11:10:53 AM

Ill see if I can take a picture when I go! Hope to see her there since I loved her in Fantasmic! ;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: itslewis on September 17, 2010, 11:03:12 PM

The green Mallificent is back for Halloween  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Columbiad on September 18, 2010, 12:37:11 AM

What's the green mask?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on September 18, 2010, 12:42:07 AM

Quote from: "Columbiad"What's the green mask?

I believe she has a green mask in Fantillusion, but I could be mistaken  :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: itslewis on September 18, 2010, 09:32:09 PM

Yes the green mask is the one in Fanti :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: disneydream on January 06, 2011, 02:02:11 PM

From April there will be a new version of the interaction for D.O.U.D where the performers will get the guests involved and there will be even more performers involved for example winnie the Pooh will have bumble bees, mary poppins will have either chimney sweeps or jolly holiday couples. The music will be the same but it will be a brand new interaction!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 06, 2011, 06:05:31 PM

Woo! More Performers!! I always thought the parade lacks perfmormers in some places, this should be really great :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 06, 2011, 06:24:21 PM

Check it - the programme explaining about the alternate route:

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I also see the Mark Twain is closed for quite a period, wonder what's happening there?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on January 06, 2011, 07:57:03 PM

Can't complain about more performers, sounds fab.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: wishtown on January 06, 2011, 10:40:48 PM

Why is it only main street this Parade ?
Are in  the Route from Fantasyland Refurbishments ?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Dolph7800 on January 07, 2011, 05:13:28 PM

So looking at the schedule for next week, the OUAD parade is at 5pm and no Fantillusion?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 07, 2011, 05:30:56 PM

Quote from: "Dolph7800"So looking at the schedule for next week, the OUAD parade is at 5pm and no Fantillusion?

Yup, that's low season for you  :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Dolph7800 on January 07, 2011, 06:27:32 PM

Quote from: "Festival Disney"

Quote from: "Dolph7800"So looking at the schedule for next week, the OUAD parade is at 5pm and no Fantillusion?

Yup, that's low season for you  :?

Ah well, no major loss for me as saw it last timeI went, although that was in January too so a bit surprised its not there this time around. Just a pity my brothers wont get to see it on there first time there, but won't they don't know they are missing won't hurt them I guess! More time to spend on the rides instead then  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on January 07, 2011, 07:49:25 PM

But is it the entire parade?  :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on January 07, 2011, 08:35:48 PM

If you mean is it the complete OUAD parade, then no it is the truncated version with five floats and just goes up Main Street,around the hub and back down Main Street. If you know the parade, the two floats scheduled to be left out are the ones featuring Toy Story at the front and Pinnochio at the back and the Jungle book float. I was surprised and disapointed that Toy Story was dropped as this is still the year of the New Generation Festival and I think that the interaction with the Toy Story soldiers was good fun!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 07, 2011, 08:41:57 PM

Actually, it's not the Dreams of Freindship float (Toy Story/Winnie the Pooh), it's Dreams of Laughter and Fun (the Alice in Wonderland/Pinnochio float) that will be left out along with Dreams of Adventure (Lion King & Jungle Book) and Dreams of Romance 1 (Ariel & Aladdin) :lol:

So, just to confirm - the floats that will be running during this period are:
Dreams of Imagination
Dreams of Friendship
Dreams of Fantasy
Dreams of Power &
Dreams of Romance 2

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Martyn on January 07, 2011, 08:53:06 PM

Why is the parade being re-routed again? I forgot.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: wishuponastar on January 07, 2011, 11:48:54 PM

Having more performers sounds great, but of course that comes at the cost with floats being cut. It's a shame to see the Alice float cut, it has some of the best music. :(

Also, why just up & down Main Street? I don't understand that change

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on January 08, 2011, 12:00:55 AM

There is alot LESS performers in this shortened parade!

They have cut 3 floats and about 25 performers, the only reason this is happening is because the Bella Notte part of Fantasyland will be blocked off while they fix the flooring, and the parade cannot go its usual way!!  :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 08, 2011, 12:06:18 AM

Yeah, there seems to be somee confusion here... disneydream said that more performers will be added for the Magical Moments Festival that starts April 6th (?)
But between now and march, it will be the shortened version.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 08, 2011, 01:41:02 AM

The first video's of the "new" parade have been posted on YouTube!
Personally, I think that the announcement is a big mess (Please DLP, hire an American to do your voiceovers, not some Frenchman with a corny American accent  :P ), and I was suprised to see the individual float loops dropped for "just like we dreamed it"  :?  but I suppose it makes sense as the floats have to huddle close together on Central Plaza.
It sorta reminds me of the WWOD parade, just one song looped... I'd be going slightly mad if I were stood on Main Street, hearing it over and over  :lol: .
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Zz9mmF34KA[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TSgCeu46Wg[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLNW_SIkA8g[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqYI_AmR938[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCbPPLlRRRI[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ANKdXTwx_8[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIPC8c07-fw[/youtube:2dlio1vb]
[youtube:2dlio1vb]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4ipuIfrIxo[/youtube:2dlio1vb]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on January 08, 2011, 11:31:30 AM

It strikes me that those travelling in the next three month's, me included, will be getting a sub standard experience with the parade. I fully appreciate why the changes are being made, but why oh why just that one song over and over? It just about sums up DLRP today that everything they do seems to be a quick and cheap fix. Surely they could have given us a better musical experience and left the same number of dancers to help fill the gap caused by the missing floats. I love DLRP, but I despair over the way it is run these days!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Scissorsboi on January 08, 2011, 05:37:53 PM

I don't think having the same song over and over again is much of an issue, especially with the 'new' parade route only being for a short period. I'd rather have that and a shorter parade, than no parade at all while the work goes on!

Plus don't forget how long we had Dancin' A Catchy Rhythm for before OUAD! That was just the same song looped over and over and people still miss that song. To me, it looks like you're getting a shorter parade, but with more dancing/energy than the long parade had.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dlrpkris on January 08, 2011, 07:19:42 PM

Actually I quite like it. I do love the original music, but I've never liked how the music overlapped from float to float. It's cool that the characters still sing along to the track like they did in the showmodes and the atmosphere of everything in Central Plaza seems great. Opening with a big cast ahead of the first float really heightens the standard in my opinion. People can't be fooled by a smaller cast. Most dancers or characters ALWAYS creates a more energetic and impressive experience.

My only regret is that they play an instrumental of the music before the parade begins. This makes the opening less spectacular in my opinion

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on January 08, 2011, 08:51:55 PM

Well, it just goes to show that we all have different opinions! This parade is likely to be with us for three months and I still feel that they could have done far more with the music than a simple loop, hell they don't even play the whole tune, no doubt that 's because the beginning is so obviously the start of the tune and it would draw attention to the lack of effort they have made. As to the extra dancers at the start of the parade, well I would have preferred to have all the usual dancers, even if they're float is missing, these guys would be in character rather than a blue and white satin outfit!
Let's hope that the improvements in the surface and the "new interactive parade" will be worth waiting for!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Discoponies on January 09, 2011, 02:53:07 PM

I'm taking my sister for her birthday the first week of march. I knew it was off season and some things wouldnt be the same, bt I foolishly assumed the parade would be the same. I know since they open all year round that these things will happen, but it still blows. I don't want her first DLP trip to seem like a poor version of what a Disney park is.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 09, 2011, 06:49:24 PM

Dreams of Romance 2 has been switched for Dreams of Romance 1 it seems  :?
Either they found Dreams of Romance 2 was too long to comfortably fit around Central Plaza or they're alternating the floats...
[youtube:19bzyfg9]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydA5-NzE7e4[/youtube:19bzyfg9]
Notice they've shut off the little waterfall feature on the shell that's normally on when the floats stop for a showstop  ;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on January 09, 2011, 08:55:39 PM

Maybe its just a rotational thing? You would think that they had tried it all out before they made the changes, but hey it is DLRP! With Dream of Romance 1 you get more prince and pricessess dancing!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elaine on January 11, 2011, 09:24:13 PM

Thanks for posting the videos - its not as bad as I imagined it would be, the shortened parade. Not ideal by any means, and I'm still secretly hoping they've finished the fantasyland floor refurb before I get there in mid-march  ;) , but I can live with it. Looks like the very start/end of the route will be the quietest place to stand (no change there).

Elaine

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 11, 2011, 09:37:06 PM

Some interesting information has come to light about the new interactive showstops for the Magical Moments festival!

QuoteThe parade will feature six new costumes for the performers and the interactive show stop will have small costumes for children, so that they can be slipped over their normal clothing to look like the performers. They will then be invited to dance along with the performers in the newly choreographed show stop. For example the Alice float will have playing cards outfits for the children, and the Toy Story float will have "stick horses" with Bullseye's head, so that kids can ride on them.

Source: Character Central (//http://www.charactercentral.net/Blog.aspx?BlogEntryId=148)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: SophieD on January 14, 2011, 09:51:39 PM

Quote from: "Festival Disney"Some interesting information has come to light about the new interactive showstops for the Magical Moments festival!

QuoteThe parade will feature six new costumes for the performers and the interactive show stop will have small costumes for children, so that they can be slipped over their normal clothing to look like the performers. They will then be invited to dance along with the performers in the newly choreographed show stop. For example the Alice float will have playing cards outfits for the children, and the Toy Story float will have "stick horses" with Bullseye's head, so that kids can ride on them.

Source: Character Central (//http://www.charactercentral.net/Blog.aspx?BlogEntryId=148)

oh yes I saw this too!! On the same website they also said that the Winnie The Pooh section of the parade will be accompanied by Bee's. I presume these are dancers? Sounds pretty exciting.. I'm looking forward to seeing the changes!! I'm intregued as to whether it will have props and things like the 'Celebrate' parade in Disneyworld!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: kelly.dylan on January 15, 2011, 01:03:44 PM

I cant believe the music is on a loop the whole of the parade! We are going in Feb and i knew the parade was missing a few floats and that the route was shorter but why cant they adapt the music or captain rocket says had dancers to fill the gaps of the missing floats! It will be my mums first visit and although she (and probably many other people who are going for the first time) wont know any different we know what the parade should be like! :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on January 15, 2011, 08:55:27 PM

I would do away with the satin clad dancers at the front of the parade and lead off with Chip and Dale as usual and then leave in Alice and the Mad hatter/Playing cards and the toy soldiers to make up for the loss of those floats, As usual DLRP take the easy and cheap way out and beggar the audience, after all its low season!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Tuvok on January 15, 2011, 11:53:02 PM

Just to clear some things up here:

- It's not possible for DLP to have the seperate music loops they have during the normal parade. With this short parade, there will be 5 floats at Central Plaza at the same time. If all of these floats should have their own music (and their seperate underliner loops should be broadcasted via the speakers on Central Plaza), the music would be one big mess. It's too much loops in one space. During the normal parade there are only 3 floats on Central Plaza at the same time (parade mode and showstop mode).

- During the first public performance, they used Dreams of Romance II, but found out that, on Central Plaza, everything was very cramped together. During the second performance (and so on) they've replaced Dreams of Romance II with Dreams of Romance I, which is much shorter so the parade has more room to maneuver. As a result, as you can see in the video, having the Disney Princes & Princesses in front of the float, looks way better!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 16, 2011, 12:32:48 AM

Quote from: "Tuvok"During the first public performance, they used Dreams of Romance II, but found out that, on Central Plaza, everything was very cramped together.

I had suspected the same thing! Thanks for clearing it up Tuvok  :thumbs:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: kelly.dylan on January 16, 2011, 10:55:08 AM

Quote from: "Tuvok"Just to clear some things up here:

- It's not possible for DLP to have the seperate music loops they have during the normal parade. With this short parade, there will be 5 floats at Central Plaza at the same time. If all of these floats should have their own music (and their seperate underliner loops should be broadcasted via the speakers on Central Plaza), the music would be one big mess. It's too much loops in one space. During the normal parade there are only 3 floats on Central Plaza at the same time (parade mode and showstop mode).

- During the first public performance, they used Dreams of Romance II, but found out that, on Central Plaza, everything was very cramped together. During the second performance (and so on) they've replaced Dreams of Romance II with Dreams of Romance I, which is much shorter so the parade has more room to maneuver. As a result, as you can see in the video, having the Disney Princes & Princesses in front of the float, looks way better!

I didn't think about that tbh, I suppose we are lucky the parade is still on and will have a fantastic trip whatever happens :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBart on January 16, 2011, 11:32:57 AM

We are just back from an extra one-day trip so we could see an enjoy the shortened parade. We liked the group of dancers at the beginning of the parade. The music-loop is not boring and it's great to see all the characters do a choreography-routine on the same music. Dream of Romance I was still in the parade witch means that 5 princess-couples where dancing in front what was a amazing picture. We are looking forward to our trip in 3 weeks so we could enjoy it again :-)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Elaine on January 17, 2011, 08:14:13 PM

I do agree with that - Dreams of Romance II was out of commission on my October 08 trip, and every day the Princes and Princesses walked/danced the whole parade route, I thought it was fabulous and it increased the interaction from them during the parade.

Elaine

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 18, 2011, 05:58:27 PM

This nicely presented sign stands infront of Main Street Station:
(//http://www.images-squish.net/users/VDR/47079.JPG)
Source: Disney Gazette (//http://www.disneygazette.fr/rehabilitation-fantasyland-chateau-earl-of-sandwich-world-of-disney-toy-story-playland-parade-reves-raiponce-captain-eo-tron-legacy-news-478.html)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Anthony on January 18, 2011, 11:45:55 PM

Looks pretty good. Although saying "Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade's route is modified" is a bit iffy. Too many possessives, and it should probably be "has been" or "will be" modified. Sorry, had to say it. Do DLP really still not have a fluent English speaker around for these things?

On another note, I'm surprised it hasn't been rebranded as "Disney Once Upon a Dream Parade" yet. :mrgreen:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: RiverRogue on January 19, 2011, 10:56:00 AM

Quote from: "Anthony"Although saying "Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade's route is modified" is a bit iffy. Too many possessives, and it should probably be "has been" or "will be" modified. Sorry, had to say it. Do DLP really still not have a fluent English speaker around for these things?

I guess it's simply a trapping of having to translate from French, possibly on a tight deadline... Happens even to native speakers when translating in a hurry, from my own experience. Of course it still boils down to a question of organization.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on January 27, 2011, 02:20:47 PM

She's got the force and the power and she's back!! Maleficent returns to the parade today!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: never2old on January 27, 2011, 02:31:04 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"She's got the force and the power and she's back!! Maleficent returns to the parade today!!!

Excellent news!!!!  :D/  :D/

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Tuvok on January 27, 2011, 03:22:11 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"She's got the force and the power and she's back!! Maleficent returns to the parade today!!!

That's great news! Love her outfit in the parade. Hope to see pictures/videos soon of her return to the Magic Kingdom!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: kelly.dylan on January 27, 2011, 04:45:14 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"She's got the force and the power and she's back!! Maleficent returns to the parade today!!!

Dyaln was dissappointed not to see her on the parade at christmas so will be really pleased when we go next week :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Dries on January 29, 2011, 08:23:16 PM

Is she still in the parade now? I cannot find any reaction, image or video of it, which supprizes me a lot.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBart on January 30, 2011, 11:25:01 AM

Quote from: "Dries"Is she still in the parade now? I cannot find any reaction, image or video of it, which supprizes me a lot.

Yes she is :-) just look at this video... Enjoy!!! ;-)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on January 30, 2011, 01:18:06 PM

Quote from: "DisneyBart"

Quote from: "Dries"Is she still in the parade now? I cannot find any reaction, image or video of it, which supprizes me a lot.

Yes she is :-) just look at this video... Enjoy!!! ;-)
[youtube:32qzuxmd]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBQbYOw_eyo[/youtube:32qzuxmd]

;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on January 30, 2011, 08:21:37 PM

O ye, of little faith!

course she's back, I'm not going to post false information!!  :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBart on January 30, 2011, 09:03:24 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"O ye, of little faith!

course she's back, I'm not going to post false information!!  :roll:

That's true :-)
I'm always looking out to a post from you with some inside information of what is comming :-)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: zanderstarz on January 31, 2011, 08:29:46 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"O ye, of little faith!

course she's back, I'm not going to post false information!!  :roll:

hehehe i wouldnt doubt you for a second Poppy  ;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on March 19, 2011, 07:40:33 PM

So are there any updates on the parade yet anyone?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on March 19, 2011, 08:08:05 PM

Not really an update,but last weekend the parade was still in its truncated form, but there does seem to be good progress with the Fantasyland floor replacement and I would speculate that the parade may return to its normal route fairly soon!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBart on March 20, 2011, 01:02:25 AM

Quote from: "captain rocket"Not really an update,but last weekend the parade was still in its truncated form, but there does seem to be good progress with the Fantasyland floor replacement and I would speculate that the parade may return to its normal route fairly soon!

It will not be before the 26th ;-)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on March 22, 2011, 06:15:17 PM

A picture posted by Characters Photos blog on Facebook show's Maleficent missing from today's parade :o Here's hoping it's temporary  :idea:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on March 22, 2011, 06:50:19 PM

Yea, harness problems again!!  She won't be back again in the near future!!  :evil:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on March 22, 2011, 07:38:45 PM

Oh dear, not again :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Glstitch on March 22, 2011, 08:04:27 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"Yea, harness problems again!!  She won't be back again in the near future!!  :evil:

Where do you've got that information ?
A reaction @ that pgoto on the Characters Photo Blog sad that she's gone beacause she gets a new costume for the Magical Moments Festival

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on March 22, 2011, 08:26:14 PM

hahaha... what a joke!!! where do I get my information?? hmmmmm

I was stood at the bottom of the float yesterday afternoon, dressed as a flame dancer, watching as the harness snapped off backstage!!!  :roll:   good enough source???

She's not getting a new costume for the mmf.... in fact we'll be lucky if she's back before the end of the year!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on March 23, 2011, 08:46:49 AM

Oh dear, not again. I hope something will get sorted.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on March 23, 2011, 11:29:59 AM

I find it incredible that this problem continues! With all the technical facilities at Disney's disposal how come they seem unable to solve a seemingly relevantly straightforward problem like this?
Malefecent is my favourite performer in the parade and I am glad I have only just returned having seen her twice whilst at the park, the thought of that empty space on the villains float is just awful!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Glstitch on March 23, 2011, 01:14:43 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"hahaha... what a joke!!! where do I get my information?? hmmmmm

I was stood at the bottom of the float yesterday afternoon, dressed as a flame dancer, watching as the harness snapped off backstage!!!  :roll:   good enough source???

She's not getting a new costume for the mmf.... in fact we'll be lucky if she's back before the end of the year!!!

Oh I'm sorry Ididn't now that ...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on March 24, 2011, 05:01:24 PM

I see that the Magical Moments page haven't been updated yet and the parade is having an impact in it, when is the parade kicking off with the new show stops?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on April 02, 2011, 09:18:31 PM

First videos of the parade with the new showstops are up. They don't seem to be working all that well (no suprise really, we know Europeans prefer to watch).
But there are some nice new costumes, and the boys in blue (in front of Dreams of imagination) seem to be sticking around.
I don't really like them, because the performers are playing with the kids, it takes away from the overall experience for everyone else, as they aren't doing a routine  :(
[youtube:1sluvj56]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFhtKmaPxPE&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL[/youtube:1sluvj56]
[youtube:1sluvj56]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caSa3cgXwc4&feature=autoplay&list=ULbwutWSxd8cg&index=24&playnext=1[/youtube:1sluvj56]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ed-uk on April 02, 2011, 09:30:11 PM

Thanks for posting. I like the original stops better, but I think some children will have fun joining in, and I expect Mum and Dad will enjoy watching them.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ulak on April 02, 2011, 09:32:50 PM

This showstops look so... boring :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: alternativerock123 on April 02, 2011, 10:19:01 PM

I agree too, I like to see the performers do their dance, especially the princesses with their princes. (Also the Mad Hatter / with cards =P  )

I agree thought it will be nice for the kids and their parents, but for everyone else, it is pretty boring. =(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ulak on April 02, 2011, 10:30:30 PM

Quote from: "alternativerock123"I agree thought it will be nice for the kids and their parents, but for everyone else, it is pretty boring. =(

I agree with this! For everyone else is it VERY boring.... :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on April 02, 2011, 10:55:40 PM

Some videos of the extra performers. Not sure about the blue coat people up the front, I prefered Chip'n Dale and Pluto!
The bee's are nice though. Why did they have to mess around with something that was good! If anything needs messing around with, it's Fantillusion. They need way more CM's on that parade than what there are.
[youtube:3j9l9z40]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_CMbANksVs&feature=player_embedded[/youtube:3j9l9z40]
[youtube:3j9l9z40]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTwolQMRQH8&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL[/youtube:3j9l9z40]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Columbiad on April 02, 2011, 11:22:53 PM

I agree. I understand how these interactive sections cane tbe too strictly routined, as who knows how the kids are gonna react to it. I feel like they've missed a beat with these - i think the Prince/Princess one, very cute, but the others and very general, and are a missed opertunity for something a bit more unique.

Would it have been too difficult to work in new music to each of the stops? Or some of the masked character's talking?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on April 03, 2011, 11:19:33 AM

The show stops appear to be great if you are one of the kids selected or their parents,excruciatingly boring for everyone else, imagine trying to explain to your kid that they are'nt one of the "lucky ones" and the repercusions of that! At least at character meet and greets you can wait your turn,but this is just so random that it is bound to lead to heartache for so many children. Bad bad move.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Aurora on April 03, 2011, 11:38:34 AM

Stilll thinking about what to think about the new show stops( where is Belle... ;) ) As a mother I would love to see my child dancing with a prince... or anyone else. As a spectator,  I don`t know yet. Maybe it gets better seeing the whole parade..
...should I maybe teach my daughter the waltz?   ( I`m still thinking here...)
Anyway I`m looking forward on going in October
Aurora

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 03, 2011, 02:52:04 PM

So dissapointed, yet again the older audience is left out/forgotten about.
I just think they look so tacky and plain now, the older stops looked much better.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Josh on April 03, 2011, 03:09:16 PM

At least it's only for a year. They might improve as the year goes on.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 03, 2011, 07:08:25 PM

Hopefully during halloween there will be no show stops again. I'm not impressed with the show stops. Obv I would be excited if my Daughter was chosen but I can obv see the other point of view. So please no show stops for Halloween.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: tinkswishes on April 04, 2011, 12:27:02 AM

When I showed DD she said I wish I could dance with the princess's. I doutbt shell get  chosen so will be one uspet  lil girl along with loads of others. I think its a bit  unfair

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Tuvok on April 04, 2011, 12:31:47 AM

I don't like these 'interactive' showstops. I definately prefer the 'old' showstops, especially with the Disney Princesses and Princes. Their dance routines were so magical! Love the new outfits for the performers though.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 04, 2011, 09:43:32 AM

Agreed, even though my kids are of an age where they would probably get a kick out of interacting, it is far more entertaining to see a proper dance routine. This is why WDW world parades were always the worst in my experience, they were all full of this junk.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: gingajen on April 04, 2011, 02:53:21 PM

Quote from: "captain rocket"The show stops appear to be great if you are one of the kids selected or their parents,excruciatingly boring for everyone else, imagine trying to explain to your kid that they are'nt one of the "lucky ones" and the repercusions of that! At least at character meet and greets you can wait your turn,but this is just so random that it is bound to lead to heartache for so many children. Bad bad move.

I totally agree. If I'm honest, if my kids were picked, it would be the best idea EVER! But if someone else's kids were picked, or even worse just one and not both of my kids were picked, I think they would be very upset. I know I would be! The character meet and greets are hard enough, with people who just don't grasp the idea of a queue, but there are absolutley nowhere near the amount of children in those queues. I think it would make the whole parade a lot of hassle and upset instead of the joyful and pleasant experience it should be. I personally don't want to spend a lot of time watching other kids experiencing what I know my kids would just love to do and in my opinion if they can't let everyone join in (and obviously they can't) then it should be a spectator sport only  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBud on April 04, 2011, 05:36:37 PM

I saw someone post on twitter that the interactive stops have already been removed, can anyone confirm or deny?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on April 04, 2011, 07:31:53 PM

Quote...are not easily manageable by the poor Cast Members. The kids walk off and on the parade route where they please, no-one seems to listen to the instructions given by Cast and Characters, people cross the street, and a whole manner of difficult circumstances. I know from my CM friends on Facebook that none of them liked it, and yesterday, just one day after it debuted, the shop stops were cut! We have no actual confirmation as to the reason for this, but we can only hope that they are rethinking what they are going to do, or how they can manage it better, as it truly was a disaster.

From Disney Character Central Blog (//http://www.charactercentral.net/Blog.aspx?BlogEntryId=189)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 04, 2011, 07:46:22 PM

Lol - you'd think after 19 years of ops they would learn. Between the different languages and cultures/rudeness levels, this sort of thing does not work well in Paris.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DopeyDad on April 04, 2011, 09:38:56 PM

This another European problem then? It sounds more like children behaving as children to me. What makes you think it is a cultural issue?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on April 04, 2011, 10:53:08 PM

I think what Dave means is that people in the US are all into the 'join in with the fun'/'interactive' nonsense, whereas Europeans are more timid and prefer to spectate rather than participate. :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 03:02:34 PM

Sorry, I meant languages being and issue as well as culture. In Disneyland, WDW, and TDL (and Hong Kong to a lesser extent), people largely speak the same language, and come from similar cultural backgrounds. It makes it easier than at DLP to manage groups of people, where there are 22 different languages spoken within a 3 hour travel distance.

Add to that the "rules don't apply to me" mentality. And I am afraid, many trips I have taken, some poorly behaved people try to exploit this issue (note the girls smoking on It's a small World despite me asking them to stop in 9 languages, each time they pretended not to understand).

There is bad behaviour and misunderstandings in all the resorts, but DLP has the largest level of risk. Therefore I would have thought they would have derisked this by not including the options and instead putting on a really good show.

In the American parks, the entertainment is quite interactive, as the people seem to lap it up. And the quality, variety and change is greater in Anaheim as it is a local base. In Tokyo, there are often choreographed dances that are taught before the show or parade. In Paris, it is more challenging to manage.

That said, the awesome show of Cinemagique would probably not be popular in the US parks. And in my experience and from reading message boards, Motors Action is not as popular in WDW as it is at WDSP either.

People must accept that different cultures, nationalities, languages, social positions, ages etc. have different tastes. Why people act like it is a taboo to discuss it on this board boggles my mind. It is, what it is. Why do you think so much money is spent on marketing and market research in private companies; or on needs assessments and censuses in the public sector? We should celebrate the differences.

Every Disney resort has a very different character, with the good and bad to accompany it. In DLP's case, it means (or at least in the past meant), the music and physical theatre carries the stories. And the menues for food and entertainment are Europeanised and amazing detail attractions (down side - poor maintenance, entertainment, and fireworks). WDW offers interaction that is very character based, but lots of stuff to see and do (down side, too big, poor maintenance, and takes forever to get anywhere). Disneyland has well honed artists in a very mature and developed park that is always changing (downside, it is always crowded and a lot of people treat it like their home or worse). Tokyo has an amazing show quality and everything is pristine (down side, they close attractions early dependent on crowd size, small portions, poor fireworks, and no bending any rules). HKDL is pristine and offers lots of entertainment (downside - very toony and small).

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 03:05:36 PM

I also think the issue is, people do cut in front of the parades more, and do what they feel like. This is why Fantillusion is much shorter than originally planned. I could see it now, kids joining in could lead to people crossing the road or joining in if they feel like it. And because of the different languages, it is difficult to explain. If the majority of people spoke English (like in the US), or Japanese (like at TDL), or even French at DLP, it is a non issue, but this is not the case.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 03:15:05 PM

Also, this is not the only time they leave me scratching my head. Alice's Curious Labrynth opened in 1992, with many interactive elements, some still are there. SeeSaw rock was another one in Adventure Isle. Sadly it is no longer a see saw.

So fast forward 15+ years to when Toon Studios opened. Cars Race Rally opens with Luigi and Guido you can pose with and Mater and Lightening. All of them now have fences around them.

Fast forward to TSPL last year. Where I discussed 3 years before opening, the concerns around some of the queue designs and the interactive elements. Within weeks of opening, the Army men had to be fenced in, the RC Racer was taken away, and Rex had a big hole in him.

And yet you can go to California or Tokyo and interact with Toon Town props.

It demonstrates there are market differences, and points that need to be learned about how to cater to the market areas in a sustainable way. Disneyland has been in business now for nearly 56 year, DLP will be 19 in a fortnight's time. And yet they are making rookie errors, that cost more money and goodwill.

Whether they are the need for rubber slip mats, or the issue with show stops, I would have thought there is a substantial body of evidence to learn from. But instead of recruiting and retaining people who understand these issues, they bring in folks from hotel or restaurant or retail backgrounds to run the place. Without good attractions, maintenance, and shows, people would not be as keen to stay the night, eat a meal or buy souvenirs.

And there is no point getting upset when I talk about European markets, because that is what >99% of visitors to DLP are, and that is how WDC refer to it all. As well as having French markets, Ile de France Markets, English markets (the forgotten German/Austrian market), the family market, the couples market, the mature market, the new visitor market, the encumbant legacy market etc.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 03:24:20 PM

and when something does not work, it is a problem:

e.g. the tokyo market was obsessed with pins, to the point where people would set out blankets with their trades, creating almost like a market. It became such a problem, they banned pins despite making money from it. This was unique to the Japanese market, and was not banned from the other parks.

Similarly the Japanese market was getting to the point where they would wait 5 hours for a show or parade. TDL solved it by banning waiting an hour before, and conducting a lottery for hub shows.

The California market was a different beasty. It is estimated that there are 1/2m annual pass holders for Disneyland. When they opened up DCA, they thought it was going to be so successful, they did not offer APs. They were wrong. However, when they opened World of Colour, they were worried about it being swamped and people camping out for hours in the land where people carry guns and have been known to use them. They solved this one by making WOC fastpass and meal packages only.

In WDW, the recession hit hard and they considered how to manage shows and closing times. They then decided, since most people stay for long periods, they could stagger closings of parks and shows as long as they publicise it much in advance. Also, the park VPs do not like spending on entertainment, which is why the MK has had the same parade for 11 years. But although there are repeat visitors, there are not as many as to DL, TDL or even DLP.

Thinking of problems, markets and solutions is what they are supposed to do. I hoped to help articulate that and to explain their is no offence meant. Simply my observations as a former Programme Manager and Business Architect, and a lifelong international Disney fan with internal links.

But if you prefer we could have the conversation of:

"I do hope I will see the Churnabog float, it is my favorite. What's yours?" That kind of discourse gets old quick. after 18 years of being involved in Disney on-line discussion groups, I like to get to the core thematic discussions. Nothing is ever meant as personal, unless it is in defence.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DisneyBud on April 05, 2011, 03:46:53 PM

Thank you for your interesting thoughts and insights, and I agree that while DLP hits the nail on the head in so many ways and places, in others it misses so badly. It sounds like you should be the one sorting out the respective marketing strategies davewasbaloo!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 04:15:21 PM

Thanks Disney bud

And a question everyone else. If interaction works in DLP, why was Disney Folies, the Explorer's Club, Kids' Carnival, the Stitch Dance thing all deemed as unpopular?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 05, 2011, 05:01:44 PM

Your posts are always so intresting Davewasbaloo, and I agree with most of them. Why Dlp are continuing to force the interactive elements after so many failures is beyond me. Personally I enjoy getting involved in the interactive aspects, although I highly doubt any of the cast will be picking a 16 year old boy to dance with them.

That is something I think WDW has over Dlp; they focus on the whole family, everyone can get involved without feeling silly or out of place. Where as at dlp everything is geared towards kids, which is a shame really.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: peter on April 05, 2011, 05:19:12 PM

Dlp is probably the trickiest Market, because there are many different cultures in Europe. Some like interactive, others don't

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dagobert on April 05, 2011, 05:25:35 PM

Thanks for this very interesting post, Dave. It's always great to read your comparisons to other Disney parks.

Americans are indeed more interactive than Europeans. They enjoyed being part of the craziest things and sometimes I felt a bit embaressed for those guests, because everyone was looking an laughing at them, but they enjoyed it and had a lot of fun.

Like Peter mentioned, Europe is a tricky market. While Spanish visitors like to participate, at least I got the impression during our four visits, Germans enjoy just the parks, the attractions and shows, but don't want to participate in anything.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DopeyDad on April 05, 2011, 05:46:02 PM

I think you'd probably find a broad consensus on that point, many European visitors want to experience/spectate but would rather not feel forced to participate. And yes the different languages must make managing an interactive event like herding cats. I wonder why they keep trying it though? I thought the Discovery land Stitch dance event was embarrassing and didn't look very successful at all.

Dave, I'm glad you expanded on your point btw.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 05:51:53 PM

Quote from: "DopeyDad"Dave, I'm glad you expanded on your point btw.

My pleasure. Sometimes time constraints of work and family get in the way. Ultimately, I like a lot of the things that make DLP and it's market unique. I am hard on it as I know it has the potential to still be the greatest resort if we had the right management team (and money - lol). When I point something out, there is a purpose. The only market I enjoy slamming is the WDW one  :-"  (kidding, kind of).

But yes, they need to make appropriate choices.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 05:55:25 PM

Here's my fav interactivity at DLP, then again I have always loved being a part of it:

[youtube:3lh2cjo7]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ_YXKGlmA0[/youtube:3lh2cjo7]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DopeyDad on April 05, 2011, 06:39:33 PM

he he, now I love that you got stuck in, but if we were going to use one thing to point out the differences between Brits and Americans, that would be it for me =D>
Now, where's my cuppa

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: aliscrapper on April 05, 2011, 06:43:13 PM

Quote from: "davewasbaloo"Here's my fav interactivity at DLP, then again I have always loved being a part of it:

[youtube:1ttuagwj]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZ_YXKGlmA0[/youtube:1ttuagwj]

Cool! :thumbs:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: davewasbaloo on April 05, 2011, 06:50:18 PM

Quote from: "DopeyDad"he he, now I love that you got stuck in, but if we were going to use one thing to point out the differences between Brits and Americans, that would be it for me =D>
Now, where's my cuppa

To be honest, I feel pretty international. Lived in the US for 11 years all over California and Nevada. Lived in the UK for 25 years (worked in every local authority in the UK and Ireland, as well as working in Germany, Netherlands, Denmark, France, Africa, Hong Kong, Dubai, and State of Victoria Australia. Been to all the continents other than Antartica (on the bucket list). My BSc is in International Relations, and I am a social scientist today, it is my job to do these sorts of comparisons and develop plans. there are things I love and hate about my birthplace, my adoptive home, and many of the places I have been and would like to go.

In fact, it is the international vibe I really dig about DLP most of all - seeing people from so many languages and cultures enjoying themselves at the same time is just amazing and unifying IMHO. Walt's vision of EPCOT if you will, or It's a Small world. I have also seen it get pretty ugly for similar reasons, and I think a mix of that, the weather, and some bonehead management choices also up the stress factor for a lot of guests over the other resorts too.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: DopeyDad on April 05, 2011, 08:24:21 PM

Absolutely, the cultural differences can be what make DLP so special, like when they get the bilingual aspects so right (Motuers action or Animagique say). It introduces us and our children to the differences which is great. But you're right, how come DLP aren't better at managing these differences, why the heavy interactive emphasis on this years entertainment and the very Francophile Hub show?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 05, 2011, 08:28:30 PM

Quote from: "DisneyBud"I saw someone post on twitter that the interactive stops have already been removed, can anyone confirm or deny?

They are coming back for when the festival starts officially. They was only used at the weekend for the press event. So sadly the stops are here to stay for a while anyway.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on April 06, 2011, 07:23:27 PM

Video of the Mary Poppins stop from earlier today (6th April)
Notice parade is going past the AP office because of the floor works at the Castle stage.
[youtube:zmxgg8zg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Maff3tlRSP4[/youtube:zmxgg8zg]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: TowMater on April 06, 2011, 09:34:46 PM

Looks like something is wrong on the Friendship float.

[youtube:2pb396mu]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLv8MTKQBb4[/youtube:2pb396mu]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Josh on April 06, 2011, 09:42:27 PM

I hope they managed to fix it! Was that black smoke that I could see? :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Festival Disney on April 06, 2011, 09:47:02 PM

Quote from: "Meph"I hope they managed to fix it! Was that black smoke that I could see? :?

No, that's the "smoke" from the chimney's on the Winnie the Pooh half of the float :P
It looks as though it just stalled, so they brought out the little buggy to pull it. The same happened when Dreams of Romance (2) crashed into the pavement near the Town Square parade exit a few years back.
[youtube:38lwzwrs]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mVE5LEIl8k&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL[/youtube:38lwzwrs]
[youtube:38lwzwrs]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxEhrSbstV0[/youtube:38lwzwrs]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Josh on April 06, 2011, 09:53:39 PM

Oh, lol. ^^ Well, I guess you can't always go without a hitch.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: hawian rollercoaster on April 07, 2011, 08:29:44 PM

so the parade stops are here to stay.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: TowMater on April 08, 2011, 08:39:40 AM

They are only here for the current Magical Moments Festival but hopefully they won't be here to stay.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 08, 2011, 12:39:01 PM

Hopefully they get cut within the next month or so, I really dislike these new show stops.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Scissorsboi on April 08, 2011, 05:49:25 PM

I totally agree with the different culture view on the parade not working with the interactive show stops, and I don't know why after so many failed attempts in the past (unless they see them as successes for other reasons?) they keep trying them. I get the impression they may be dripped down from WDI, a memo somewhere that goes "make it interactive, it's our new direction", so that is why these things are appearing.

However, another reason they don't work in DOUAD is that the parade simply isn't designed for them! The music, timings and style of the parade is arranged for a short dance section with impact, this takes away that impact and has a feeling of blandness to it. The spaces between the floats are too far apart for the interaction, look at that Mary Poppins stop, there's 4 (tops 5) dancers at that point and a massive space behind them, it doesn't LOOK like a parade is going on, it looks like they've just come out for a quick interaction and then leaving. Not magical, just dull.

The reason the American parks get the interaction to work is that they have the parades themselves shorter (using Block Party Bash as an example here), and the floats are packed tightly together so that the area seems to be really busy and full of activity, they also load the parade up with dancers who not only dance around to create energy, but are provided with props (trampolines/balls/ribbons) to keep things changed up all the time. The DOUAD stops only have small, unnoticeable and forgettable props to give to people. Drums, sandwich boards, there's no energy there!

If they wanted interaction they should have had 'mini floats' between the main ones, which dancers could have interacted on and then got kids/adults from the audience to just join in with a dance, instead of focussing on a few kids, put into the music something like "come on, get up and join our dreams!" from the characters, and then have the dancers beckon the audience to come forward onto the route and dance, no singling out, totally out of guests choice, and if no one goes then there's still a dance/filler during the show stop.

If there's one thing I've seen in theatre which would apply here, is that if just one person gets up and dances during the finale, and looks like they're having fun, then very quickly others will join in. That's all it takes here, no sense of "hold this, walk like this, hit this drum", just a "come on, lets have fun" feeling instead.

Just my two cents..

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: TowMater on April 08, 2011, 09:53:01 PM

Quote from: "Scissorsboi"I totally agree with the different culture view on the parade not working with the interactive show stops, and I don't know why after so many failed attempts in the past (unless they see them as successes for other reasons?) they keep trying them. I get the impression they may be dripped down from WDI, a memo somewhere that goes "make it interactive, it's our new direction", so that is why these things are appearing.

However, another reason they don't work in DOUAD is that the parade simply isn't designed for them! The music, timings and style of the parade is arranged for a short dance section with impact, this takes away that impact and has a feeling of blandness to it. The spaces between the floats are too far apart for the interaction, look at that Mary Poppins stop, there's 4 (tops 5) dancers at that point and a massive space behind them, it doesn't LOOK like a parade is going on, it looks like they've just come out for a quick interaction and then leaving. Not magical, just dull.

The reason the American parks get the interaction to work is that they have the parades themselves shorter (using Block Party Bash as an example here), and the floats are packed tightly together so that the area seems to be really busy and full of activity, they also load the parade up with dancers who not only dance around to create energy, but are provided with props (trampolines/balls/ribbons) to keep things changed up all the time. The DOUAD stops only have small, unnoticeable and forgettable props to give to people. Drums, sandwich boards, there's no energy there!

If they wanted interaction they should have had 'mini floats' between the main ones, which dancers could have interacted on and then got kids/adults from the audience to just join in with a dance, instead of focussing on a few kids, put into the music something like "come on, get up and join our dreams!" from the characters, and then have the dancers beckon the audience to come forward onto the route and dance, no singling out, totally out of guests choice, and if no one goes then there's still a dance/filler during the show stop.

If there's one thing I've seen in theatre which would apply here, is that if just one person gets up and dances during the finale, and looks like they're having fun, then very quickly others will join in. That's all it takes here, no sense of "hold this, walk like this, hit this drum", just a "come on, lets have fun" feeling instead.

Just my two cents..

 =D>  I totally agree with you there, cram all of the floats down at Main Street and do show stops that are like 8 minutes long like Block Party Bash.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Festival Disney on April 13, 2011, 08:34:28 PM

Characters Photo Blog posted this on their Facebook not too long ago:

QuoteA few tests are going on for the Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade : after Dreams of Laughter & Fun and "Toy Story" yesterday, it was time for Dreams of Imagination to get the original coregraphy back during the showstops today - but still featuring the umbrella.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 13, 2011, 08:45:41 PM

I been told the last 45 seconds they are bringing kids in to do a quick dance and pose at the end. So guess this is a lot better than before.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: 15MagicalYears on April 13, 2011, 08:47:52 PM

That sounds a lot better, rather than an awkward couple of minutes watching children walk around in circles  :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 13, 2011, 09:04:42 PM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"That sounds a lot better, rather than an awkward couple of minutes watching children walk around in circles  :roll:

Not sure if they will keep it like this because the Toy Story float was back to the horses and the kiddos again. SIGH

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 23, 2011, 07:58:29 PM

I have heard that in a few weeks they changing the parade again, and that everyone will be doing the same thing. Have a feeling that means the orginial show stops are coming back.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 23, 2011, 08:46:24 PM

The old show-stops are not returning!

There will be another new version of showstops arriving in the first week of May... prepare say goodbye to the props and "Just Like We Dreamed it"!  :-"  They're still going to be interactive though, BUT everyone will be able to take part!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Tuvok on April 23, 2011, 09:40:42 PM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"The old show-stops are not returning!

There will be another new version of showstops arriving in the first week of May... prepare say goodbye to the props and "Just Like We Dreamed it"!  :-"  They're still going to be interactive though, BUT everyone will be able to take part!

This is getting more messy by the minute. No more 'Just Like We Dreamed It' and EVERYONE can join in? Oh for god sake, can somebody talk some sense into the entertainment department. They are totaly loosing it with OUADP. I'm already feeling sorry for the Guest Flow Cast Members...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: alternativerock123 on April 23, 2011, 10:13:42 PM

Well, that's disappointing. I really like "Just Like We Dreamed it" with the old show-stops.
However it's a good thing that the props are going. I thought they were just an epic fail...

Alternatively, like Tuvok said, it is gonna get messy, if they allow ANYONE close to the floats then kids are probably going to climb on them to get to the characters (if they don't get off the float).

Well, all we can do it wait to see what's going to happen... but I think that this is going to happen all over again and the old show-stops will return.  [-o<

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Poppy The Monkey on April 23, 2011, 10:17:06 PM

everyone can join in! but I think they're not going to leave the sidewalk.... ;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Festival Disney on April 23, 2011, 10:31:41 PM

How can they not have Just like we dreamed it in the showstop? The whole float audio loops system is based around that track... But, as long as Dancin' a catchy rythem doesn't return, I'm interested to see what transpires :P

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on April 23, 2011, 11:32:52 PM

Oh this is a joke, what we all going to sway our arms and clap or something from the behind the parade ropes?

They are ruining the whole parade by changing it constantly. Why can't they just give us back the old show stops? Don't fix what ain't broke.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: alternativerock123 on April 24, 2011, 12:27:54 AM

Quote from: "Poppy The Monkey"everyone can join in! but I think they're not going to leave the sidewalk.... ;)

Oh yeah, but I wouldn't see it has an "interaction" anyway....  :P     But theres no room to do anything from the sidewalk.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: TowMater on April 24, 2011, 01:19:56 PM

RIP Just Like We Dreamed It 2007-2011.  :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: MrsPirate on April 24, 2011, 10:00:30 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"RIP Just Like We Dreamed It 2007-2011.  :(

 :(  :(  :(  :(  :(  :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: alternativerock123 on April 25, 2011, 02:27:04 PM

Someone on the DisneyCentralPlaza forum gave this statement:

(Translated from French)
"In response to rumors about the cancellation of interactions at the show stop, I got information from a CM and he said that Disney had no intention whatsoever to remove them and stop the show going last the whole season of the Festival of Magic Moments"

100% Unsure if this is true or not. But I guess we'll have to wait and see if anything happens.  :?    :-"

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: gingajen on April 26, 2011, 04:57:56 PM

Has the parade been shortened at all? It seemed to be over a lot quicker than it was when we were there a couple of years ago.
I didn't think I would like the show stops and I was totally right. We ended up staring at the side of the Toy Story float for ages, and due to timing issues we were at the back of the crowd so the adults couldn't even see what was going on at street level (daughter was on daddy's shoulders and son was asleep in the pushchair). At least we could see everything on the floats as they went past, but we have no idea what went on when the floats stopped!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ford prefect on April 28, 2011, 04:08:42 PM

Quote from: "Festival Disney"How can they not have Just like we dreamed it in the showstop? The whole float audio loops system is based around that track... But, as long as Dancin' a catchy rythem doesn't return, I'm interested to see what transpires :P

I love Dancin a catchy rhythm!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: nathandgina on May 01, 2011, 10:27:24 AM

Hi All,

I returned to DLRP on Friday for the day to avoid the "Wedding" and my daughter joined the Princesses and Princes for a dance during the show stop.  It absolutely made her day, she is still smiling now!!
A great idea for a special moment!!!!!!!

Love it and hope it stays!!!!
the knack is to identify the correct place to stand and get there approx half an hour prior to the parade start time!!

Roll on 17th June!!

Nathan :D/

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Hilary on May 01, 2011, 04:03:21 PM

I've no children to worry about joining in (or not!) but I always seem to fail at getting good photos of the Princesses on their floats - where's the best place to watch the parade to see their show stop?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Tuvok on May 01, 2011, 04:57:29 PM

Quote from: "fray101"I've no children to worry about joining in (or not!) but I always seem to fail at getting good photos of the Princesses on their floats - where's the best place to watch the parade to see their show stop?

The first Dreams of Romance showstop is in Fantasyland at Restaurant Bella Notte. The second Dreams of Romance showstop is at Central Plaza on the Adventureland/Frontierland side.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Hilary on May 01, 2011, 05:28:23 PM

Thanks, hopefully will get it right for once!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 02, 2011, 04:26:56 PM

Quote from: "ford prefect"

Quote from: "Festival Disney"How can they not have Just like we dreamed it in the showstop? The whole float audio loops system is based around that track... But, as long as Dancin' a catchy rythem doesn't return, I'm interested to see what transpires :P

I love Dancin a catchy rhythm!

I'm a big fan of Dancing a Catchy Rhythm too!  It's my favourite DLP track! :thumbs:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: 15MagicalYears on May 02, 2011, 04:58:55 PM

I don't like the idea or recycled music for the show-stops & I'd love to hear a completely new score but I know that is VERY unlikely. So I'm guessing either an older Dlp song or a song borrowed from over seas.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: peter on May 02, 2011, 07:50:33 PM

I think from overseas is most likely. I saw something somewhere that all Disney park music gets shared around

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on May 03, 2011, 07:44:29 PM

I'll say it again, don't fix what ain't broke.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: candydog on May 04, 2011, 12:40:49 AM

I don't know, I don't think showstops work as well in DLP parades. Aside from the whole culture/participation thing, the design of the floats in Paris is very different to the floats in California for example.

Look at the floats in Paris over the years, they're huge, at least by comparison to the American Parks. Disneyland CA in particular has a rather small narrow parade route which means many of the floats are smaller and more "ground level" in terms of platforms characters stand on etc. If you watch parades in CA you often see characters casually stepping on and off floats and walking on the street during the parade. It makes the parade so grounded and accessible.

Paris on the other hand, has a wide parade route and features much larger floats, look at the earlier parades in Paris in the 90s for example, the floats and the characters on them tower over the people. Compare Cinderella's carriage for example: in the American parks she rides in a real-life carriage drawn by horses, small and simple, in Paris she used to ride in a Giant Pumpkin carriage with fake horses running on clouds in front. The parade is much more based on spectacle, it doesn't feel accessible to the audience and looks more like something you just want to watch rather than join in with.

Add to that the fact that the climate affects peoples' willingness to join in. When everyone's sat around on the hot dusty curb in CA, getting up and joining in feels easy, a bitter winter afternoon in Paris on the other hand means people are wrapped up, frozen and rather inhibited.

Yet Paris' larger parades have their advantages, or least they DID: remember when Prince Phillip used to actually fight the dragon and save Aurora during the Parade? And how Maleficent stood at the top of her tower on her float?
Spectacle and the detail within is the direction to go with the entertainment in DLP.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: davewasbaloo on May 04, 2011, 08:00:45 AM

Agreed. These audience participation bits are great, if your family member is chosen, but that is it. I am not a huge fan of show stops anyway, I simply prefer longer parades (a big part of why I prefer Main Street Electrical Parade to Fantillusions - as well as the music). But at least Just Like We Dreamed It had some decent choreography before.

Still, it is not as bad as the Following the Leader show which is fun for 8 families our of the 100's squeezing in trying to watch.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Josh on May 04, 2011, 06:02:16 PM

According to a tweet from InsideDLParis, the new show stops start today! :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: alternativerock123 on May 04, 2011, 06:35:08 PM

Quote from: "Meph"According to a tweet from InsideDLParis, the new show stops start today! :)

Let's hope that there will be some videos soon. (Y)


Also, I heard on the other forums that the parade will be at 19:00 in the summer period and not 17:00... is this true? Since I've never been in the summer before.
Coz of the new Star's and their car's parade MIGHT be to pushed to 17:00 so DOUD is pushed back to 19:00 ish then HUB show at 21:00 then other after that....  :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: peter on May 04, 2011, 08:17:18 PM

those are some extreme timings. so how late will wds be open, and how late will dlp stay open?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 04, 2011, 08:36:38 PM

Quote from: "peter"those are some extreme timings. so how late will wds be open, and how late will dlp stay open?

Here's hoping DLP will be open later!! :D/

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: alternativerock123 on May 04, 2011, 10:22:02 PM

[youtube:ffhn3udv]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDusXDOOz2U&feature=feedu[/youtube:ffhn3udv]

Eh..... I'm leaning more towards dislike than like... but ATM I'm still in the middle.

Also guys, I was talking about Summer times. The park is open late in summer (9th July - 4th Sept) currently the parade is at normal time of 17:00 and the Hub show is 19:00

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 04, 2011, 10:33:56 PM

Sorry, but I hate this new show stops so much! Very boring thing!

I hope for canceling this for next years!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 04, 2011, 10:39:45 PM

Thanks for posting the video. :thumbs:

The music doesn't have the "Disney" feel to it! :(    And it just looks like a glorified kids party!  What about the adults entertainment???  I really hope this changes by the time we visit in September! :cry:

Walt always wanted the Disney parks to be a place where children and adults could both enjoy themselves - doesn't seem like this is happening at the moment!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: davewasbaloo on May 04, 2011, 10:48:52 PM

Welcome to my world....the trajectory was set a while ago. I hope the balance is restored one day.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: TowMater on May 04, 2011, 10:49:09 PM

Oh great, another bigger failure for the 'Magical Moments Full of Plastic and Boring Festival'.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: wishuponastar on May 05, 2011, 12:11:35 AM

noooo! What have they done?! What was so bad about Just Like We Dreamed It?
If this is still running like this when I visit in the summer I'll be very disappointed

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Patrick on May 05, 2011, 01:08:06 AM

Can someone tell me how this at all changes the fact that Guest Flow are having a nightmare, just look at the guest flow cm half the way through for evidence.  Plus I thought the change was to make it less boring for everyone watching it, personally this looks like the most boring pile of rubbish the resort have ever come up with.  If you are going to play a fast paced peace of music, well evidently it would be expected that there would be fast paced choreography.  Instead, no we end up with this!  All I can say is I hope Stars and Cars turns out better, but I for now will not hold my breath. :roll:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Patrick on May 05, 2011, 01:09:46 AM

Quote from: "alternativerock123"

Quote from: "Meph"According to a tweet from InsideDLParis, the new show stops start today! :)

Let's hope that there will be some videos soon. (Y)


Also, I heard on the other forums that the parade will be at 19:00 in the summer period and not 17:00... is this true? Since I've never been in the summer before.
Coz of the new Star's and their car's parade MIGHT be to pushed to 17:00 so DOUD is pushed back to 19:00 ish then HUB show at 21:00 then other after that....  :?

These are normal parade times for the summer season, they always push back the parades so they can fit Fantillusion in at 11pm, resulting in the need for the same amount of cast ;) .

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: norhel on May 05, 2011, 09:19:19 AM

Just had a look at the video, and the kids seems like that they have no idea on whats going on and what to do....

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: 15MagicalYears on May 05, 2011, 09:53:37 AM

The music is just awful, it doesn't fit the parade. Just like we dreamed it was the perfect match for the parade. The music honestly looks/sounds like the only thing thats changed.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ZINDERELLA on May 05, 2011, 10:37:43 AM

Just watched the video of the show stops....how utterly embarrassing! it's like a really lame kids party. The CMs must feel like utter berks...let's grab some kids, confuse them, try and stop the adults from getting off the pavement to look after their kids, ...and then...hey I know....do ring a ring a roses to some poorly cooked up tune.

I'm a massive fan, but I think I would be cringing if that stopped in front of me and my kids!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: DisneyBud on May 05, 2011, 02:48:46 PM

Quote from: "nathandgina"Hi All,

I returned to DLRP on Friday for the day to avoid the "Wedding" and my daughter joined the Princesses and Princes for a dance during the show stop.  It absolutely made her day, she is still smiling now!!
A great idea for a special moment!!!!!!!

Love it and hope it stays!!!!
the knack is to identify the correct place to stand and get there approx half an hour prior to the parade start time!!

Roll on 17th June!!

Nathan :D/

I too was at Disneyland on Friday, and also got to join in with the princes and princesses. Well I was roped in to hold one of the flower garlands, but it was still fun. Which set of princesses was she with? Would love to see any photos you have.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on May 05, 2011, 03:28:15 PM

Welllll...........................................

I don't even have anything to say on what a complete utter pile of pants this is.

WHY WHY WHY???????????

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 05, 2011, 03:40:18 PM

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Welllll...........................................

I don't even have anything to say on what a complete utter pile of pants this is.

WHY WHY WHY???????????

I think that's the question that we'd all like to know the answer too! :lol:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: peter on May 05, 2011, 05:32:19 PM

Can you imagine how terrified those cms must be?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: luke85 on May 05, 2011, 05:37:43 PM

What a mess.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Laura678 on May 05, 2011, 06:06:51 PM

Quote from: "luke85"What a mess.

My sentiments exactly.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on May 05, 2011, 06:34:31 PM

Finally I watched the video and I totally agree with you! What a mess and how embarrassing!!!! I'm really not interested in the parade anymore. And what happened to the music?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 05, 2011, 06:35:51 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"Finally I watched the video and I totally agree with you! What a mess!!!! I'm really not interested in the parade anymore.

I feel exactly the same. :(   And the Parade for me was one of the highlights of the holiday!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: captain rocket on May 05, 2011, 08:38:57 PM

Well, I think someone should speak up on behalf of these wonderful new show stops..... I wonder where the hell we are going to find this person!!! This is the biggest load of cadswallop that the DLRP management  team have dreamed up. Boring for everyone except the parents of a group of confused kids wandering aimlessley hand in hand with a character with some distinctly below par Disney music in the background. The plot has truly been lost with this tripe. I am always happy to start queing for the parade 45/60 minutes in advance, I don't think I will even bother watching it on my next visit. Patrick and Anthony, if you still have the contact with DLRP management, I would suggest that you encourage them to read this thread, who knows they may be able to save something form this debacle

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: captain rocket on May 05, 2011, 08:39:59 PM

Sorry, make that Kristoff and Anthony!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 05, 2011, 08:50:58 PM

Quote from: "captain rocket"Sorry, make that Kristoff and Anthony!!!

Great idea!! :thumbs:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: MrsPirate on May 05, 2011, 09:53:07 PM

Quote from: "aliscrapper"

Quote from: "dagobert"Finally I watched the video and I totally agree with you! What a mess!!!! I'm really not interested in the parade anymore.

I feel exactly the same. :(   And the Parade for me was one of the highlights of the holiday!

Totally agree, I shall be using this time for doing more rides.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 05, 2011, 10:31:29 PM

Quote from: "MrsPirate"

Quote from: "aliscrapper"

Quote from: "dagobert"Finally I watched the video and I totally agree with you! What a mess!!!! I'm really not interested in the parade anymore.

I feel exactly the same. :(   And the Parade for me was one of the highlights of the holiday!

Totally agree, I shall be using this time for doing more rides.

I totally agree! This thing has definitely canceled my visit to DLP this year!  :?

Please Anthony and Krystof for contacting DLRP management- this is totally destroyed magic in the park! Thank you!  [-o<

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: peter on May 05, 2011, 10:47:51 PM

God.. The music isn't Disney, the dancing for the dreams of romance float to be honest looks like it belongs in a kiddies park like legoland. Why would they do this. Walt would be turning in his grave if he found out about this!!!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Scissorsboi on May 06, 2011, 12:35:56 AM

The music is Disney, it's a poor remix of Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah, but it's been Character Express treated and tweaked beyond recognition.

Parades don't need to be interactive, by their nature they are something which you watch as it passes. Interactive would be a show, and the character express show this year would be perfect for interaction. Maybe they should switch off the show stops here, onto the dancing there?

The stops actually suck all the energy out of the parade, it takes the magic out for people who aren't involved. I'm all for changes to things if they work/are on a trial period, however the 'this is what we want, this is what you're stuck with' approach is wrong, and ruins a perfectly good (once hailed as the worlds best Disney parade) show!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: nathandgina on May 08, 2011, 08:24:57 PM

Quote from: "DisneyBud"

Quote from: "nathandgina"Hi All,

I returned to DLRP on Friday for the day to avoid the "Wedding" and my daughter joined the Princesses and Princes for a dance during the show stop.  It absolutely made her day, she is still smiling now!!
A great idea for a special moment!!!!!!!

Love it and hope it stays!!!!
the knack is to identify the correct place to stand and get there approx half an hour prior to the parade start time!!

Roll on 17th June!!

Nathan :D/

I too was at Disneyland on Friday, and also got to join in with the princes and princesses. Well I was roped in to hold one of the flower garlands, but it was still fun. Which set of princesses was she with? Would love to see any photos you have.

My wife took the pictures on her iphone, I will ask her to upload them and will send some across, she was with Cinderella and Prince Charming at the first show stop.
There seems to be alot of disgruntled parents/disney fans.  It may be "a mess/waste of time" bla bla bla if you are not involved, but for those lucky ones, it is truly magic and lets face it, part of the Disney magic is to look at the characters and you get to see them for longer, so what is the issue???!!!??? :twisted:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 08, 2011, 11:59:48 PM

Ugliest thing of all ! It has degrade all characters!  :shock:  :evil:  :cry:

[youtube:2i4ll6h6]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEid2siePPE&feature=feedu[/youtube:2i4ll6h6]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 09, 2011, 12:08:57 AM

Quote from: "ulak"Ugliest thing of all ! It has degrade all characters!  :shock:  :evil:  :cry:

[youtube:kubub88s]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEid2siePPE&feature=feedu[/youtube:kubub88s]

Couldn't agree with you more!  What are the "big kids" meant to do whilst the kiddy party is going on??? :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Scissorsboi on May 09, 2011, 01:55:05 AM

Quote from: "nathandgina"My wife took the pictures on her iphone, I will ask her to upload them and will send some across, she was with Cinderella and Prince Charming at the first show stop.
There seems to be alot of disgruntled parents/disney fans.  It may be "a mess/waste of time" bla bla bla if you are not involved, but for those lucky ones, it is truly magic and lets face it, part of the Disney magic is to look at the characters and you get to see them for longer, so what is the issue???!!!??? :twisted:

There's good reason to be disgruntled (although I hope you're being sarcastic), the parade isn't just for kids, and it definately isn't just for kids and their parents. Walt set out to build Disneyland in California as a place where kids and adults alike could have fun, after watching kids on a carousel and seeing the parents being unable to ride at the sides. The parade isn't for kids and parents, it's for everyone. Right now these show stops are not only dissapointing people who visit who don't have kids*, but also the kids who AREN'T chosen to take part.

I have no doubt that your children enjoyed getting that extra interaction with the characters and taking part in general. But just think, there's other kids there who aren't chosen by a Princess, a Prince, or a giant talking animal, who will feel that they aren't as special. It's all or nothing to keep everyone happy, and at 'the happiest place on Earth' surely they should be aiming for all at all times?

*I realise that people these days assume DLP is for kids and parents, that's due to bad marketing, but for people like me who will most likely never have children of their own, it's these 'kid friendly' additions which take away the magic of the parks that little bit more. It's for everyone, I should be able to enjoy the parade without having to sit through other people cooing about how adorable their little ones look dancing in a circle and on the other side hearing an unchosen child cry. Stop the interactions altogether and eradicate both problems in one hit. If you wanna do interactions, run a pre-parade to warm the crowd up.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on May 09, 2011, 08:15:27 AM

Very well written, Scissorsboi, and I totally agree with you.

Unfortunately there are some parents out there who think that Disneyland belongs to them and their children. Sometimes it was really annoying when parents looked at us in the way that we shoudn't be here, especially when we wanted to get a picture with a character or queued for Dumbo.

It's about time that DLRP offers something for adults again. But that's not the topic here.

I really hope that many people complain at Guest Relations about the parade, so that these interactions will stop.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: captain rocket on May 09, 2011, 11:43:14 AM

A point being missed by most of us is that DLRP is a place were anyone can do anything if they are prepared to be at the right place/right time and prepared to queue with everyone else, this is fair to all. The parade stops are not fair to everyone and whilst a small handful of children and their parents will be delighted, a very large number of children will be disapointed and that is just not fair! This is the main reason why these stops should be canned! What would happen if parents and children not invited decided to tke part anyway? the Disney security could be overwhelmed and chaos would ensue, don't think its not possible, parents can be totally illogical when it comes to their kids! Bring back Just like we dreamed it!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 09, 2011, 11:56:23 AM

someplace where can people scribe an complain about this thing! Or petition maybe?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 09, 2011, 11:59:25 AM

Quote from: "ulak"someplace where can people scribe an complain about this thing! Or petition maybe?

Great idea! :thumbs:   Does anyone know the best way of going about this??

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: TowMater on May 09, 2011, 05:01:01 PM

I would suggest writing in letters, send them to a forum member who will be going to DLRP shortly then him/her will give them to City Hall.

maybe?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: peter on May 09, 2011, 05:16:04 PM

Send a private message to a moderator so that next time they meet management they can tell them

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on May 09, 2011, 05:26:53 PM

Does someone know what the members of other forums think about the show stops. I think it needs more people than the members of magicforum and if other forums think the same, then they should join forces.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on May 09, 2011, 06:41:08 PM

Ok can I just add that I'm not one of these parents with a child who thinks they own Disneyland.

You know the best thing about going at Halloween will be that there is no Show stops.

They have ruined zip-a-dee-do-dah for me, one of my fave songs ruined by DLP managment. :(

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: peter on May 09, 2011, 06:43:34 PM

so, they wont build splash mountain, arguably THE best ride in the world, but they will ruin the music its based on?!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on May 09, 2011, 07:39:03 PM

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Ok can I just add that I'm not one of these parents with a child who thinks they own Disneyland.

I think you are referring to my post. I know that most parents don't think that way. In 2008 we just had some bad experiences with parents and their kids while watching the parade, while trying to get a picture with Mickey and while queuing for Dumbo. In WDW the parents were more relaxed.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Josh on May 09, 2011, 08:55:32 PM

Quote from: "peter"so, they wont build splash mountain, arguably THE best ride in the world, but they will ruin the music its based on?!!

Actually, there are blueprints for Splash Mountain to be built where the Frontierland train station is. ;) I tried to find a DLRPToday article about it, but I couldn't find it.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on May 09, 2011, 09:01:48 PM

Quote from: "Meph"

Quote from: "peter"so, they wont build splash mountain, arguably THE best ride in the world, but they will ruin the music its based on?!!

Actually, there are blueprints for Splash Mountain to be built where the Frontierland train station is. ;) I tried to find a DLRPToday article about it, but I couldn't find it.

Oh wow! :thumbs:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on May 09, 2011, 09:22:29 PM

Quote from: "aliscrapper"

Quote from: "Meph"

Quote from: "peter"so, they wont build splash mountain, arguably THE best ride in the world, but they will ruin the music its based on?!!

Actually, there are blueprints for Splash Mountain to be built where the Frontierland train station is. ;) I tried to find a DLRPToday article about it, but I couldn't find it.

Oh wow! :thumbs:

Plans also exist for a Grizzly River Run in Frontierlanf for DLP.

(//http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_km2sHtmfMQs/Se4Ho4fI9II/AAAAAAAAAAk/oHp9HJvTnGE/s400/dlp_gr10.jpg)

http://joethedisneyman.blogspot.com/200 ... yland.html (http://joethedisneyman.blogspot.com/2009/04/grizzly-river-run-coming-to-disneyland.html%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Sorry for going off topic!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 10, 2011, 12:27:42 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"Does someone know what the members of other forums think about the show stops. I think it needs more people than the members of magicforum and if other forums think the same, then they should join forces.

Good question - "Does someone know what the members of other forums think about the show stops?"  :?:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Anthony on May 10, 2011, 01:31:43 PM

Quote from: "captain rocket"if you still have the contact with DLRP management, I would suggest that you encourage them to read this thread, who knows they may be able to save something form this debacle

I think the forum is read, generally, but if by the people who have power to do something, I don't know. As for other forums, I can't see anything on Disney Central Plaza... It's probably lucky for the parade that there's a lot of other things happening right now.

The show stop is pretty terrible. Wasn't this meant to improve upon the earlier Magical Moments change? It just reminds me of terrible kids parties I had to endure during my childhood. Even then I'd choose to sit out at the side...

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Laura678 on May 10, 2011, 01:37:04 PM

Its like a dress rehearsal when a few people turn up who haven't been to any of the classes leading up to it and try join in....

So so messy... I will be skipping the parade in July

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: DisneyBud on May 10, 2011, 05:25:15 PM

This version of Zip-a-dee... kind of sounds like that which was mixed into 'Remember the magic', the parade soundtrack for WDW 25th celebration. I kind of like the song. At least the powers that be realised that something more upbeat was needed. However, I am sure this wasn't the right way of executing it. Maybe they have run out of ideas now/can't be bothered to have another change, so we will be stuck with this all season?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 10, 2011, 05:50:44 PM

Quote from: "Anthony"

Quote from: "captain rocket"if you still have the contact with DLRP management, I would suggest that you encourage them to read this thread, who knows they may be able to save something form this debacle

I think the forum is read, generally, but if by the people who have power to do something, I don't know. As for other forums, I can't see anything on Disney Central Plaza... It's probably lucky for the parade that there's a lot of other things happening right now.

And you or other webmasters cant say this to the right peoples? Thank you!

Really bad ...  :?  :?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 10, 2011, 06:41:18 PM

I got this reply on official facebook:

Disneyland® Paris: Hello, this new interactive show stops have been made for the the Magical Moments Festival and invite children to join their favorite characters on the parade. We try to innovate every year to offer new shows for guest of all ages.
Marilyne

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on May 10, 2011, 09:54:28 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Ok can I just add that I'm not one of these parents with a child who thinks they own Disneyland.

I think you are referring to my post. I know that most parents don't think that way. In 2008 we just had some bad experiences with parents and their kids while watching the parade, while trying to get a picture with Mickey and while queuing for Dumbo. In WDW the parents were more relaxed.

Hey no offense taken. I do know where your coming from though as I feel the same sometimes :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: kate&phoo on May 11, 2011, 12:48:22 PM

I just wanted to add that I have a very lively five year old little girl who would love nothing more than to dance with the characters at Disneyland, but even I think this parade is truly awful.

The parade should be magical and this sucks the magic right out of it - it loses energy and pace and, without wanting to over dramatise, it does kind of degrade the characters.

My little girl is happy to watch the parade and content with having Mickey and Mary Poppins "wave" at her. This parade has been a massive mistake and I hope it all gets rectified asap.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on May 11, 2011, 06:00:15 PM

Quote from: "kate&phoo"My little girl is happy to watch the parade and content with having Mickey and Mary Poppins "wave" at her. This parade has been a massive mistake and I hope it all gets rectified asap.

This is the same for my daughter, don't get me wrong she would love to get chosen but if she didn't she would be constantly asking why and possibly could get upset.

So glad I'm going Halloween when the show stops should be gone.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: DisneyBud on May 11, 2011, 08:53:49 PM

Characters Photos Blog reported that once again Maleficent has taken her place in DOUD.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid= ... =1&theater (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150591010700424&set=a.292707170423.317517.61310600423&type=1&theater%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: DisneyDad on May 11, 2011, 09:45:56 PM

Yeah agree with everthing you've said - not digging the stops....but......I'm there on the 26th May with my 5-Year old daughter so would love to see her picked to dance with the princesses!

I'd worked out the best places to stand for the stops on the old parade to watch the dance, but does anyone know where the princess float stops now????

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 13, 2011, 07:16:27 PM

New video on official DLP youtube with MUCH censored of comments...

[youtube:23zj5q3d]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfRMDeN25W4&feature=feedu[/youtube:23zj5q3d]

DLP still guess that peoples like it or what?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Elaine on May 13, 2011, 10:38:17 PM

Hasn't there been enough disruption of the OUAD parade already this year with the Fantaysland route not being used while the floor was laid etc? This is just horrible  :?  - I want the OUAD parade back, unsullied and seamless. I'm glad I've no plans to go to DLP again until 20th anniversary is in full swing.

Elaine

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: nathancurry on May 13, 2011, 11:18:04 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Ok can I just add that I'm not one of these parents with a child who thinks they own Disneyland.

I think you are referring to my post. I know that most parents don't think that way. In 2008 we just had some bad experiences with parents and their kids while watching the parade, while trying to get a picture with Mickey and while queuing for Dumbo. In WDW the parents were more relaxed.

I believe that the comment about parents who think they own DLP was aimed at me, as my children were chosen ones in the parade.  The wonderful thing about being human, is that we are all different and have the right to our very own opinions and it is ok to share these without trying to persuade others into a particular stance.  In terms of the owning DLP.............No, I don't, however I am a shareholder!!!!! :D/

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on May 14, 2011, 09:48:04 AM

No my post is not aimed towards you. I was just talking in general, because we already had such a discussion last year. I am not the only one here who has made such experiences.
I am happy for you and your child, but I still think it ruins the parade and is unfair to other children. That is just my opinion.

In general DLRP becomes more and more a park for small children instead of being a park for all ages. Entertainment for adults is nearly non-existent.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: nathancurry on May 15, 2011, 07:18:54 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"No my post is not aimed towards you. I was just talking in general, because we already had such a discussion last year. I am not the only one here who has made such experiences.
I am happy for you and your child, but I still think it ruins the parade and is unfair to other children. That is just my opinion.

In general DLRP becomes more and more a park for small children instead of being a park for all ages. Entertainment for adults is nearly non-existent.

This is true, fair enough!!!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on May 15, 2011, 07:59:41 PM

Quote from: "ulak"New video on official DLP youtube with MUCH censored of comments...

[youtube:266mf13j]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfRMDeN25W4&feature=feedu[/youtube:266mf13j]

DLP still guess that peoples like it or what?

They censored my comment LOL.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on May 15, 2011, 11:06:32 PM

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"

Quote from: "ulak"New video on official DLP youtube with MUCH censored of comments...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfRMDeN2 ... ture=feedu (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfRMDeN25W4&feature=feedu%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)
DLP still guess that peoples like it or what?

They censored my comment LOL.

Me too!!  :D  :roll:  :evil:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: stevenlatham01 on June 04, 2011, 06:46:41 PM

Hi, does the parade always start from "it's a small world" and end at Town Square? Or does it alternate every other day?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Josh on June 04, 2011, 06:59:19 PM

Nope. It always starts at a small world. :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Lorum on June 05, 2011, 01:59:18 PM

I know that eveytime I post, I just criticize everything. But this is unbearable! DLP insists on making errors come true. That is really the place where nightmares come true. They try other Disney parks' key-of-success formula. However, while the others are cutting those stupid guests participation - because it is simply that, foolishness - and making wonderful parades, such as Mickey's Soundsational Parade, DLP is pulling our leg.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ed-uk on June 05, 2011, 02:35:30 PM

Hong Kong Disneyland's new, wonderful Flights of Fantasy Parade has stops with guest participation in it for children. So it's not just DLP that does it other Disney parks do it, too. I like Mickey's Soundsational Parade which doesn't have any stops and that makes for a nice change. I must admit I prefer the original version of OUADP without guest participation for children.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: jclaydon on June 07, 2011, 02:57:10 PM

Having just returned, I mut admit that I preferred the old stops than these new interactive ones.  But saying that my daughter and niece were lucky enough to be picked to join in with both the jungle book and the princess stops, and it was a lovely experience for them.  She still hasn't stopped talking about how she got to hold Prince Charming's hand!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 09, 2011, 06:12:07 PM

Charactersphotoblog on facebook has photos and I'm sure they will post youtube links tonight.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 09, 2011, 06:53:03 PM

As was many other characters, including the three little pigs and brer' bear & rabbit.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 09, 2011, 07:31:46 PM

Quote from: "15MagicalYears"As was many other characters, including the three little pigs and brer' bear & rabbit.

I'm more about the love for Lotso lol.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: JoefromSingapore on June 09, 2011, 10:08:12 PM

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Lotso was in the parade today because of the Prince of "I have lots of money so I can pay to have new characters when I'm here" was in DLP tonight.

Lol!

What was the Prince's actual name? :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: tinkswishes on June 09, 2011, 10:15:58 PM

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Lotso was in the parade today because of the Prince of "I have lots of money so I can pay to have new characters when I'm here" was in DLP today and yesterday.

Charactersphotoblog on facebook has photos and I'm sure they will post youtube links tonight.

Prince who?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 10, 2011, 05:24:44 PM

Quote from: "JoefromSingapore"

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"Lotso was in the parade today because of the Prince of "I have lots of money so I can pay to have new characters when I'm here" was in DLP tonight.

Lol!

What was the Prince's actual name? :)

Prince Farhad or something similar to that. He owns the most shares in Disneyland Paris apparently.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on June 10, 2011, 05:37:34 PM

His name is Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Alwaleed (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Alwaleed%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

He owns 10% of Euro Disney SCA, the Holding Company of Disneyland Paris. TWDC owns 39.8% and the remaining 50.2% belongs to general shareholders.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 10, 2011, 05:41:38 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"His name is Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Alwaleed (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Alwaleed%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

He owns 10% of Euro Disney SCA, the Holding Company of Disneyland Paris. TWDC owns 39.8% and the remaining 50.2% belongs to general shareholders.

10% isn't really many shares when you  think about it.

Everyone I seen on Facebook have been called him Prince Fahrad (something along them lines)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 10, 2011, 05:44:05 PM

Quote from: "littlemermaid83"

Quote from: "dagobert"His name is Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Alwaleed (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Alwaleed%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

He owns 10% of Euro Disney SCA, the Holding Company of Disneyland Paris. TWDC owns 39.8% and the remaining 50.2% belongs to general shareholders.

10% isn't really many shares when you  think about it.

Everyone I seen on Facebook have been called him Prince Fahad (something along them lines)

Unless he goes by 2 names or something
http://dlrpexpress.over-blog.com/articl ... 36129.html (http://dlrpexpress.over-blog.com/article-merci-au-prince-fahad-al-saud-09-06-2011-76236129.html%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on June 10, 2011, 05:46:19 PM

Maybe it was another Arabian Prince and not the one who owns the 10%?

I'm sure Disney would offer everyone who pays a million euros a special parade.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 10, 2011, 05:50:58 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"Maybe it was another Arabian Prince and not the one who owns the 10%?

I'm sure Disney would offer everyone who pays a million euros a special parade.

Prince Al-waleed is the newphew of King Fahad so maybe thats the connection there.

I just wish I was there to see Lotso.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: davewasbaloo on June 10, 2011, 05:53:28 PM

What I think is sad about OUAD Parade, it was the finest in the Disney kingdom, but these show stops have once again wrecked it. I love that the new Sounsational Parade in California does not have any show stops.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: TowMater on June 13, 2011, 08:14:24 AM

Dr. Facilier, Lotso, Three Little Pigs, Max, Rapunzel & Flynn were all there, I've only found videos of Facilier, The Pigs & Max but I have heard about Lotso, Rapunzel and Flynn.

Will find the videos later.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on June 16, 2011, 04:09:53 PM

Quote from: "TowMater"Dr. Facilier, Lotso, Three Little Pigs, Max, Rapunzel & Flynn were all there, I've only found videos of Facilier, The Pigs & Max but I have heard about Lotso, Rapunzel and Flynn.

Will find the videos later.

I looked at U Tube trying to find a video of Lotso in the parade at DLP; but unfortunately couldn't find one. :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: stevenlatham01 on June 16, 2011, 10:08:36 PM

We were there last Thursday and got back home Tuesday. We wondered why we only had Lotso on the parade the once lol. I noticed Max, the 3 pigs, 7 dwarfs and few others that weren't on the pardade the other days. Dont think Rapunzel was on the parade though.

Here are the two videos of Lotso we have, they are a bit wobbly as I was filming with one hand whilst holding my daughter.

[youtube:2r718op8]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48bM5EjFtS0[/youtube:2r718op8]

[youtube:2r718op8]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLy-H_HrEN8[/youtube:2r718op8]

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on June 16, 2011, 10:18:40 PM

Thank you so much for putting up the Lotso videos - has really made my night! :thumbs:   Let's hope Lotso is soon a permanent fixture on the parade! :D/   I did e mail DLP to ask whether Lotso would be doing any meet and greets; but unfortunately I didn't receive a response. :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: wishuponastar on June 27, 2011, 07:56:52 PM

Just watched this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw4tlY7kCeg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw4tlY7kCeg%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)
And it made me want to cry a little if I'm honest. I still find it hard to believe they've put that showstop in place of what went before. Watching the opening and the majority of the parade, how well it flows, the music merging together seamlessly... and then just, noise with the showstop.

I really wish they'd bring back Just like we dreamed it. I'm going this summer with my family, and I'm so tempted to avoid this just because of that.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on June 27, 2011, 08:25:55 PM

Quote from: "wishuponastar"Just watched this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw4tlY7kCeg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw4tlY7kCeg%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)
And it made me want to cry a little if I'm honest. I still find it hard to believe they've put that showstop in place of what went before. Watching the opening and the majority of the parade, how well it flows, the music merging together seamlessly... and then just, noise with the showstop.

I really wish they'd bring back Just like we dreamed it. I'm going this summer with my family, and I'm so tempted to avoid this just because of that.

Couldn't agree with you more!!  Like what has been said before - what about the kids that don't get picked - how upset will they be!  Also of course; what about the big kids that preferred the natural flow of the parade minus the show stops!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: dagobert on June 27, 2011, 09:12:04 PM

Quote from: "aliscrapper"Couldn't agree with you more!!  Like what has been said before - what about the kids that don't get picked - how upset will they be!  Also of course; what about the big kids that preferred the natural flow of the parade minus the show stops!

Unfortunately the big kids like us don't play a role in DLRP's plans on how to operate the resort.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on June 27, 2011, 10:02:25 PM

Quote from: "dagobert"

Quote from: "aliscrapper"Couldn't agree with you more!!  Like what has been said before - what about the kids that don't get picked - how upset will they be!  Also of course; what about the big kids that preferred the natural flow of the parade minus the show stops!

Unfortunately the big kids like us don't play a role in DLRP's plans on how to operate the resort.

Such a shame - especially as this was Walt's wishes for the Disney parks. :cry:

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: DopeyDad on June 27, 2011, 10:18:47 PM

Wow! the music for the show stop reminds of those big 80's US game-shows!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: wishuponastar on June 28, 2011, 10:27:59 AM

Quote from: "DopeyDad"Wow! the music for the show stop reminds of those big 80's US game-shows!

Yup. It just makes me cringe. You have this lovely flowing music and then, rather than JLWDI building up, you have this mass of drums and whatever... Sort it out, Entertainment!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: stevenlatham01 on June 29, 2011, 02:01:49 PM

Been going through my videos from my trip and found this one from the 9th June with Goofy's son Max, the 3 little pigs and a few others behind Mickey's float. It's a bit woobly again as I was holding your my daughter while filming

[youtube:33beif8x]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPW8xGWBgjw[/youtube:33beif8x]

Also here are a few pics of Donald Duck's nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie and the 7 dwarfs that were on the parade that day as well.

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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Disney_Dreamer on June 29, 2011, 03:40:57 PM

Oh my gosh, I have never seen some of these characters in this parade before and I have seen it a few times. Also, where do you normally see Marie because this is the first time ever that I have seen her in the park and I have been 4 times.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Aurora1 on June 29, 2011, 05:43:38 PM

Same here. We`ll be going our /th time and I have never seen any of them. Except Simplet, the green dwarf in the Studios.
Wish I could see them....
Aurora1

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: 15MagicalYears on June 29, 2011, 07:38:13 PM

They were only included in the parade as request from a VIP, a major shareholder in the company.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: littlemermaid83 on June 30, 2011, 08:20:40 PM

I wouldn't get your hopes up on seeing the extra characters again, unless your friends with the Prince.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Josh on July 01, 2011, 06:50:17 PM

...or you own a lot of shares in the company. :P Hmmm. Maybe someone here should do that and use their influence to bring back the old parade. XD

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on July 01, 2011, 08:03:33 PM

Quote from: "Meph"...or you own a lot of shares in the company. :P Hmmm. Maybe someone here should do that and use their influence to bring back the old parade. XD

Now there's an idea - lol!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: MissDisneyisMagical on July 01, 2011, 11:05:58 PM

omg im so jealous i have never seen none of these characters!!! not sure about the song i like the just like we dreamed it song makes me all gooey inside!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: YoYo on July 07, 2011, 01:48:00 PM

Aww I'm really going to miss Just Like we Dreamed It, we were there last year and my 4yr old daughter just loved it.  We have a regular Parade at home most weeks - we put on the song and she dresses up in her princess costume and parades round the house blowing kisses and doing 'princess waves'!  We're going back in Sept and I know she'll really miss it, as will I - one of my best memories from last year is my daughter standing at the side copying the dance moves and singing along and the lovely reactions she got from the princesses and princes.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: Josh on July 07, 2011, 06:40:20 PM

Don't worry. It's not the parade going. It's just that they're replacing the show-stops, this year, with interactive ones. :)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: lester_sphinx on July 28, 2011, 02:05:55 PM

I'm so excited... I never seen a parade from Disneyland... I want to see all cartoons to life... Cinderella, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Mickey Mouse, etc. How i wish i could take many many pictures with them....

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: lester_sphinx on July 28, 2011, 02:10:15 PM

about the parade. i hope the management would add new shows and gimmicks to the parade so that the crowd will have so much fun watching.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: It's A Small World on August 03, 2011, 10:07:18 PM

On the DisneyLand Paris website it says The spectacular Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade will really get your toes tapping, but look out for a tap on the shoulder, or from the hand (or paw) of a famous Disney Character!  

Does it mean that anyone can dance with the famous Disney Character or is it only kids under 12 years and under 7 years old.

I'm 24 years old young adult but I have special needs. :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: aliscrapper on August 03, 2011, 10:14:05 PM

Quote from: "It's A Small World"On the DisneyLand Paris website it says The spectacular Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade will really get your toes tapping, but look out for a tap on the shoulder, or from the hand (or paw) of a famous Disney Character!  

Does it mean that anyone can dance with the famous Disney Character or is it only kids under 12 years and under 7 years old.

I'm 24 years old young adult but I have special needs. :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D  :D

Oh I do hope so!  I'm 36 and would love to dance!!! :D/

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: _Natalie_x on August 04, 2011, 04:22:19 PM

I saw a video online once I don't think it was from DLP though, where on the dreams of romance show stop, little boys and girls were taken from the crowd to dance the show stop with the princess and princes <3 actually the cutest thing I'd ever seen ! But yes they were all under 10 :'( so unfair, I'd love prince eric to grab me and we waltz in the parade :D hahahahhaa

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade - new show stops
Post by: ulak on August 04, 2011, 09:10:40 PM

Very boring this showstops for the people! This have been fairy parade with magical Disney characters in there worlds. Some other people in parade ruins all this fairy atmosphere! Parade is ruining.

They give it in 20th anniversary new parade  - i am so unhappy :(

(sorry for my english)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: Pluto2011Pluto on September 15, 2011, 07:25:02 PM

Do they still do interactive show stops.

Where  guests are encourage to take part through accessories, dance moves and other fantastic tricks.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: YoYo on September 24, 2011, 12:44:49 AM

We got back last night from our second trip to DLRP and I wanted to say that we had two vastly different experiences of the parade stops.  On our first day we watched along at the very beginning where the parade starts and my daughter was invited to take part in the stop with the princesses.  It was a bit messy but was fairly well controlled by the staff and the kids all seemed to love it, my daughter included.  The next time we positioned ourselves to be close to the princess stop we were round by the castle and it turned into a total scrum with parents shoving their kids through the rows of people, kids were everywhere, parents were screaming at them to go beside a princess, staff were shouting at parents to get back onto the pavement, it was total chaos!  My daughter had again been picked but I ended up going into the fray to get her out as she was clearly terrified, my mum was shoved from behind by a woman pushing her daughter in to this disaster zone.  It was really horrible and quite scary for lots of the kids.  I really hope the interactive stops are cancelled next year if not sooner, my kids loved it last year, in particular watching the princesses dancing with their princes but with the interactive stops it just seems very disjointed and not so magical.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ulak on September 24, 2011, 12:02:46 PM

YoYo - totaly agree! This showstops broken magic!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: littlemermaid83 on September 29, 2011, 09:01:29 PM

Does anyone know if they are stopping these stupid show stops for the Halloween Season?

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on October 17, 2011, 10:49:00 AM

Here's my comments on the Parade stops having seen them at last.
On Thursday last week I was near the start of the Parade and the show stop was well organised and enjoyable for everyone picture below.
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On Friday I was in front of the castle and the experience could not have been more different! There was absolute mayhem! Disney staff rushed around trying to keep order but the tidal wave of determined parents was impossible to resist, I'm a big lad and I was pushed out of the way unceremoniously by some  parents screaming at the tops of their voices to get their own way.  The parade members were swamped and unable to do anything with the kids that were around them despite trying their best.
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I have to admit that I did not like the concept of the interactive show stops and  having witnessed the scenes last week I have not changed my mind in any way. How could anyone enjoy this? I felt sorry for the kids and the cast members who must hate this sort of "Interaction"

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: aliscrapper on October 17, 2011, 01:03:55 PM

Quote from: "captain rocket"Here's my comments on the Parade stops having seen them at last.
On Thursday last week I was near the start of the Parade and the show stop was well organised and enjoyable for everyone picture below.
(//http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx319/PeteHawke/PM3.jpg)
On Friday I was in front of the castle and the experience could not have been more different! There was absolute mayhem! Disney staff rushed around trying to keep order but the tidal wave of determined parents was impossible to resist, I'm a big lad and I was pushed out of the way unceremoniously by some  parents screaming at the tops of their voices to get their own way.  The parade members were swamped and unable to do anything with the kids that were around them despite trying their best.
(//http://i767.photobucket.com/albums/xx319/PeteHawke/PM2.jpg)
I have to admit that I did not like the concept of the interactive show stops and  having witnessed the scenes last week I have not changed my mind in any way. How could anyone enjoy this? I felt sorry for the kids and the cast members who must hate this sort of "Interaction"

Thanks so much for reporting back what you experienced - we were there last month and I'm desperately hoping they stop these interactive stops for my trip next year to celebrate the anniversary. [-o<  [-o<   I think as well as providing some happiness for the children involved in the interactive stops; it could well make some kids upset that they weren't chosen!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on October 18, 2011, 07:25:42 AM

The parents of kids in my second picture had no intention of not having their children chosen, they were straight in and the Parade staff were powerless to stop them! The irony is, that their kids looked bewilderd and confused, not really enjoyable for anyone!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: aliscrapper on October 18, 2011, 06:07:46 PM

Quote from: "captain rocket"The parents of kids in my second picture had no intention of not having their children chosen, they were straight in and the Parade staff were powerless to stop them! The irony is, that their kids looked bewilderd and confused, not really enjoyable for anyone!

Much the same happened when we were there unfortunately!  

I'm really hoping they stop the parade stops for the anniversary next year! [-o<  [-o<

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on February 10, 2012, 01:50:17 AM

Just back from DLRP and have'nt seen anyone post anything about the new lead float with Mickey, Minnie, Donald,Pluto,Goofy and Chip and Dale on it. As we all know the Once Upon a Dream float is being converted and I never knew that Disney would put a replacement in the parade. I will post a photo in the next day or two, but would be interested in the opinions of anyone who has seen it! To me it is an aberation and looks like something you would find lashed together for your local carnival, well below the poorest Disney Standards!!

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ed-uk on February 10, 2012, 11:22:44 AM

I've seen pictures and videos of the new lead float, it was used in the old Christmas parade and the current tree lighting ceremony. I'm sure it's an old float with a long history. I don't like it in the OUAD parade,  but I can understand it while the OUAD parade float is being converted. It's not a bad idea.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dazzle_v2003 on February 10, 2012, 07:28:50 PM

I've seen pictures and video of the float and I do agree it isn't the best but I think it is a better alternative then what they have done previously which is have the characters walk along the parade route. There wasn't a big turn around either from when the float was finished being used for the Xmas tree lighting ceremony and for the start of it's use for the Once Upon a Dream parade.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: captain rocket on February 10, 2012, 08:57:21 PM

For those who have'nt seen it, and I had'nt here is a picture taken on Tuesday
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And here's one taken Wednesday. What do you all think?
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Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ed-uk on February 10, 2012, 09:16:03 PM

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And this is it with Christmas decorations.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: 15MagicalYears on February 10, 2012, 10:01:39 PM

I don't think it's that bad, it's only temporary until March. It's better than cramming them all on the Main Street Fire Truck  ;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: MissDisneyisMagical on February 10, 2012, 10:05:09 PM

definately seems like a make shift idea but i suppose its better than those characters all walking around. I recognise it from the Tree Lighting Ceremony which i think a lot of regulars will.

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: dreamdisney on February 11, 2012, 01:49:49 PM

The music Magic Everywhere :  http://radiodisneyclub.fr/actualite/par ... lte-magic/ (http://radiodisneyclub.fr/actualite/parole-complte-magic/%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Title: Re: Disney's Once Upon a Dream Parade
Post by: ulak on February 11, 2012, 01:54:11 PM

Quote from: "dreamdisney"The music Magic Everywhere :  http://radiodisneyclub.fr/actualite/par ... lte-magic/ (http://radiodisneyclub.fr/actualite/parole-complte-magic/%22%20onclick=%22window.open(this.href);return%20false;)

Where there i can hear this music??