Comments on: The American Idol Experience at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/ best family travel advice, cruise tips, romantic getaways, girlfriend trips, travel gear reviews, and all things holiday and vacation by mamas for moms Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:07:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Lost Nightlife http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-17335 Lost Nightlife Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:35:36 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-17335 Simon Cowell is soooo bad, still funny to watch him take people down though Simon Cowell is soooo bad, still funny to watch him take people down though

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]]> By: Jillian Marie Jensen http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-13649 Jillian Marie Jensen Sat, 02 May 2009 04:27:57 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-13649 I was fortunate enough to be chosen to be a part of the American Idol Experience last week at Disney and I have got to say, IT WAS AWESOME! I loved every minute of it from the coaching, to my performance, to the judges review. I didn't win the golden ticket but,now I am more pumped then ever to go for those summer auditions. THANKS Disney for preparing me! It was a GREAT experience! I was fortunate enough to be chosen to be a part of the American Idol Experience last week at Disney and I have got to say, IT WAS AWESOME! I loved every minute of it from the coaching, to my performance, to the judges review. I didn’t win the golden ticket but,now I am more pumped then ever to go for those summer auditions. THANKS Disney for preparing me! It was a GREAT experience!

]]> By: Guam-Hotel.Net » Blog Archive » What’s New at Walt Disney World this Summer http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-13423 Guam-Hotel.Net » Blog Archive » What’s New at Walt Disney World this Summer Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:34:11 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-13423 [...] CajunMama already reported on one of the most anticipated new attractions at Disney World, the American Idol Experience that opened in February. Here are a few more attractions that families can look forward to enjoying [...] [...] CajunMama already reported on one of the most anticipated new attractions at Disney World, the American Idol Experience that opened in February. Here are a few more attractions that families can look forward to enjoying [...]

]]> By: Sasha http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-12029 Sasha Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:29:26 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-12029 Here's my review. Hope you enjoy! Leave it to Disney to find the next big thing in Live Entertainment. The American Idol Experience is a whole season of American Idol, compacted into 8 shows in one day; 7 preliminary shows, and one grand finale show that throws the 7 winners from throughout the day on stage to face off for a Dream Ticket. The Dream ticket allows the winner from each day to skip the actual American Idol Audition line. On my recent trip to Hollywood Studios, I went for the entire experience and saw all 8 shows and was not disappointed at all. I am a HUGE American Idol fan; I’ve seen every episode of every season. I’ve even been fortunate enough to see a live taping in Los Angeles. The production value of Disney’s version is just… well, better. Disney brings the magic of what we see on television to real life. The cast of this show is outstanding. I was fortunate enough to see more than one actor for each role on stage. When it came to the judges, there were three that stood out. The “Randy Jackson” was spot on for what we expect. Although he certainly resembled Jackson from afar, he was far from an impersonator and really brought his own style to the table. The “Paula Abdul” was actually entertaining! She had the crowd ROLLING with each of her unpredictable critiques. From her crazy blonde hair to her quirky attitude, I couldn’t wait to hear what she had to say next. The Australian version of “Simon Cowell” had the entire crowd laughing before he even opened his mouth. He was brutally honest, yet there was still something we just loved about him. He forced you to decide whether to “boo” or laugh after he spoke, and chances are, you did both at once! Now The Walt Disney World Company is known for finding diamonds when it comes to up and coming stars, and they have succeeded yet again with their judge panel, but hopefully when you get to experience this show, you’ll be guided along by their host who is a more charming, wittier cross between Ryan Seacrest and Tom Hanks (I kept hearing a group of girls refer to him as “Sexy Seacrest” after the show). He made each audience member feel like he was talking to them, in a crowd of thousand. I felt really safe that if anything went wrong, or if a contestant wasn’t the greatest singer, there wouldn’t be awkwardness on stage. He was the “star” of the show, making people laugh throughout, yet he would modestly step down and make the guest performers shine the brightest. The amazing production value from start to finish makes this attraction a must see. Disney once again brings the magic as they transforms everyday guests into pop stars. Here’s my review. Hope you enjoy!

Leave it to Disney to find the next big thing in Live Entertainment. The American Idol Experience is a whole season of American Idol, compacted into 8 shows in one day; 7 preliminary shows, and one grand finale show that throws the 7 winners from throughout the day on stage to face off for a Dream Ticket. The Dream ticket allows the winner from each day to skip the actual American Idol Audition line.

On my recent trip to Hollywood Studios, I went for the entire experience and saw all 8 shows and was not disappointed at all. I am a HUGE American Idol fan; I’ve seen every episode of every season. I’ve even been fortunate enough to see a live taping in Los Angeles. The production value of Disney’s version is just… well, better. Disney brings the magic of what we see on television to real life.

The cast of this show is outstanding. I was fortunate enough to see more than one actor for each role on stage. When it came to the judges, there were three that stood out. The “Randy Jackson” was spot on for what we expect. Although he certainly resembled Jackson from afar, he was far from an impersonator and really brought his own style to the table. The “Paula Abdul” was actually entertaining! She had the crowd ROLLING with each of her unpredictable critiques. From her crazy blonde hair to her quirky attitude, I couldn’t wait to hear what she had to say next. The Australian version of “Simon Cowell” had the entire crowd laughing before he even opened his mouth. He was brutally honest, yet there was still something we just loved about him. He forced you to decide whether to “boo” or laugh after he spoke, and chances are, you did both at once! Now The Walt Disney World Company is known for finding diamonds when it comes to up and coming stars, and they have succeeded yet again with their judge panel, but hopefully when you get to experience this show, you’ll be guided along by their host who is a more charming, wittier cross between Ryan Seacrest and Tom Hanks (I kept hearing a group of girls refer to him as “Sexy Seacrest” after the show). He made each audience member feel like he was talking to them, in a crowd of thousand. I felt really safe that if anything went wrong, or if a contestant wasn’t the greatest singer, there wouldn’t be awkwardness on stage. He was the “star” of the show, making people laugh throughout, yet he would modestly step down and make the guest performers shine the brightest.

The amazing production value from start to finish makes this attraction a must see. Disney once again brings the magic as they transforms everyday guests into pop stars.

]]> By: CajunMama http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-11367 CajunMama Sun, 01 Mar 2009 15:14:09 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-11367 Wendy - It is 14 to try our for the Attraction but you must be at least 16 to be able to make it to be awarded a Golden Ticket. The attraction in Disney's Hollywood Studios doesn't list a maximum age, but for the show itself, it used to be 28 or 29. Courtney - The Idols were in attendance on Feb 12. Wendy – It is 14 to try our for the Attraction but you must be at least 16 to be able to make it to be awarded a Golden Ticket. The attraction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios doesn’t list a maximum age, but for the show itself, it used to be 28 or 29.

Courtney – The Idols were in attendance on Feb 12.

]]> By: Courtney R. http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-11365 Courtney R. Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:49:45 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-11365 We were in WDW that week and missed the Idol appearances. :( What day was Jason Castro and the other celebrities there? Thanks. We were in WDW that week and missed the Idol appearances. :( What day was Jason Castro and the other celebrities there? Thanks.

]]> By: wendy delapi http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-11002 wendy delapi Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:47:24 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-11002 hi, how old do you have to be to enter in this american idol it's 14 to what age. how do you get a spot to try out. thank you, wendy delapi hi, how old do you have to be to enter in this american idol it’s 14 to what age. how do you get a spot to try out.

thank you,

wendy delapi

]]> By: Jenny http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-10974 Jenny Fri, 20 Feb 2009 03:22:23 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-10974 I had the amazing opportunity to be in a show during the soft opening in late Jan. I have 2 teens, and a sweet husband... so you know I'm not a typical American Idol contestant. But as a HUGE American Idol fan it was an AWESOME chance to be on stage, judged by .... Ryan, Paula, and Simon.... well, pretty darn good representations, and even though I didn't win (and Simon told me I was too old for this - duh!) I did receive very positive feedback and had a chance to "be" a part of American Idol. All I can say is, Wow! And Jason Castro is one of the most original contestants ever! I had the amazing opportunity to be in a show during the soft opening in late Jan. I have 2 teens, and a sweet husband… so you know I’m not a typical American Idol contestant. But as a HUGE American Idol fan it was an AWESOME chance to be on stage, judged by …. Ryan, Paula, and Simon…. well, pretty darn good representations, and even though I didn’t win (and Simon told me I was too old for this – duh!) I did receive very positive feedback and had a chance to “be” a part of American Idol. All I can say is, Wow!

And Jason Castro is one of the most original contestants ever!

]]> By: Guam-Hotel.Net » Blog Archive » Interview with American Idol Finalist Jason Castro http://travelingmamas.com/the-american-idol-experience-at-walt-disney-worlds-hollywood-studios/#comment-10919 Guam-Hotel.Net » Blog Archive » Interview with American Idol Finalist Jason Castro Sun, 15 Feb 2009 15:07:45 +0000 http://travelingmamas.com/?p=4210#comment-10919 [...] 7 of American Idol was probably one of the more memorable for the CajunMama family. We really enjoyed Jason Castro’s [...] [...] 7 of American Idol was probably one of the more memorable for the CajunMama family. We really enjoyed Jason Castro’s [...]

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