Chris Lastrapes’ 2/22-23/09 WDW Report

Tom Corless

Chris Lastrapes’ 2/22-23/09 WDW Report

WDWNT Podcast staff member Chris Lastrapes just returned from a short two day trip to the Walt Disney World and has some interesting photos and video clips to share with us:

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At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, preparations have begun for ESPN the Weekend

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Is it just me, or has the Sorcerer’s Hat looked spectacular since it was re-painted?

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The stage in front of the hat will host a number of ESPN television programs

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Chris said the parks were very busy

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The sign on the ABC Commissary has seen better days

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The exterior of the Superstar Television Theater looks very nice in the evening

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That large screen looks great! Any chance that could be installed in my living room?

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In case you missed the many months of coverage for the American Idol Experience, here are some interior pictures

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Briefly moving over to Epcot, St. Patrick’s Day merchandise has flooded the United Kingdom pavilion

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Moving to the Magic Kingdom, the same can be said at Ye Old Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square

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Construction of Stitch’s Supersonic Celebration continues in Tomorrowland

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The first video clip shows construction of Stitch’s Supersonic Celebration from the TTA

These two clips show demolition of the Galaxy Palace Theater

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Even though Pecos Bill’s has re-opened, El Pirata remained open through heavy crowds

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The hub was empty, but Main Street U.S.A. was full of people

I don’t think I’ve ever seen the sprinklers turn on during park hours…

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How often do we end a photo report the right way with a picture of Cinderella Castle? Thanks for the report Chris!!!

Author

  • Tom Corless

    Tom has been regularly visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort from the time he was 4 months old. While he has made countless visits in the last 28 years, he did not become a truly active member in the Disney fan community until the summer of 2007, when he decided to launch the WDW News Today website and podcast. Tom has since become an Orlando-local and is a published author on Walt Disney World. Contact Tom at tom@wdwnt.com.