Buh-bye, globe!

[Goes4FastPass]

The globe is essentially a spherical LED screen that opens into sections.

When they first announced it being added they must have said, "Our guests tell us they want less fireworks and more TV when they gather around World Showcase to end the day at EPCOT"

Illuminations, though a step down from original Illuminations is still one of my favorite things at WDW.

Globe or not let's hope WDW doesn't next tell us guests we only want Illuminations presented twice a week.

[Minniefan68]

I wish they would go back to the old illuminations. The one where they would single out each country, play music unique to each and light it up as the music played.

I'm right there with you!

C

[I take the Ferry]

Unfortunately, plans for Thursday night did not work out... forgot we already had plans. It's a good thing I have a wife or I'd never remember anything.

Anyhow, I'm going on Saturday. If anyone goes before then, post about it please!

K, Slater!
I take the Ferry!

[Simba's Mom]

The globe is essentially a spherical LED screen that opens into sections.

When they first announced it being added they must have said, "Our guests tell us they want less fireworks and more TV when they gather around World Showcase to end the day at EPCOT"

Illuminations, though a step down from original Illuminations is still one of my favorite things at WDW.

Globe or not let's hope WDW doesn't next tell us guests we only want Illuminations presented twice a week.

You mean you didn't say that? You seem to doubt their real reasoning.

[IamBelle]

{QUOTE=passholderryan;1713962]I wish they would go back to the old illuminations. The one where they would single out each country, play music unique to each and light it up as the music played.[/QUOTE]


I have only seen that version on video, and when I went to see it, it was the new version! I would love to see that in person!

[disneymom2000]

I for one am going to miss the globe. It always intrigued me to see other countries/cultures shown on it. You know you have been to disney tooooo much when you start nit picking the really cool things that made it disney in the first place. Illuminations is one of the most watched shows at WDW. I am taking someone who has never been and couldn't wait to sit with her through illuninations only now to find out it won't be a complete show.

[CaptainJessicaSparrow]

The globe was there on Friday night as well. I'll try to check back later this week.

[Captainhook1974]

I am so done with this version of Illuminations. I wish they had put it to rest with the Tapestry of Nations/Dreams parade way back. Illuminations 25 was the one I hope they would do something similar. And the original was so good as well. Just something new for people that come down to Disneyworld every year or so.

The only one I haven't gotten sick of yet is Spectromagic. I'm sure they will get rid of that soon as well.

Destroy the globe!!!....

[mermaidmarian]

I won't be disappointed if this show is reworked and/or replaced. I loved Tapestry of Nations (and its parade!) and I liked the original Illuminations. Current version of Illuminations I guess I just don't get - especially all of the fire. I mean, it's an inferno and I don't understand what the underlying message is supposed to be - it's awful apoclyptic. The first time I saw all of that pyro I thought something had gone terribly wrong with the show - what a surprise to find out it is supposed to be like that.

[TheAdventurer]

I'm going to buck the trend here. I like ROE better than the old Illuminations, and I LOVE the globe and am very sad it won't be there when I am in September.

[KAJUNKING]

That being said, I still think it's the best nighttime show in WDW. Wishes comes very, very close, but doesn't quite close the deal.

i always flip flop between illminations and wishes

[sdewan]

As of Monday night, the globe was still part of the show.

[Dyanna]

I wish they would go back to the old illuminations. The one where they would single out each country, play music unique to each and light it up as the music played.

Totally agree 1000%

[tinkerbellybutton]

I like the globe but it would be nice to see it the original way. It was my dads fave nightime show before he passed away so it would be kind of like being there with him all over again.

[TwoTinyWings]

Check out the Wiki entry for IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. It gives insight into the differently themed sections of the show (and thus why there's fire in the beginning). I've always loved this show (especially the score) and appreciate it all the more now that I know the "story" behind it.

I remember the original IllumiNations shows and honestly think you can't compare those to the current show. At least to me, everything about ROE - music, technology, execution, etc. - is just lightyears beyond the older shows. I hope whatever follows ROE down the road - whether it puts more of a spotlight on the WS countries or not - will also give us a nighttime show that's much more than just fireworks.

[PittFan]

I will miss the Globe. Fireworks don't impress me anymore. Living in Pittsburgh, the home of Zambelli International Fireworks Inc., we have fireworks for everything. Every friday night @ Station Square, fireworks night at PNC park a few times a month, every time a Pirate hits a homerun ( ok, that isn't often) , Light Up Night, Country Music Jamboree @ the Point, Three Rivers Regatta, New Years Eve, and let's not forget every Borough having their own display for the 4th of July !!! You get the point, we see fireworks here constantly. I personally liked the Illuminations R.O.E. show. It was something I don't get to see everyday.

[TINKERBELL_82]

I'll be there Friday night, so I'll see if the globe is still there and report back if no one else already has.

[BraddyB]

I will miss the Globe. Fireworks don't impress me anymore. Living in Pittsburgh, the home of Zambelli International Fireworks Inc., we have fireworks for everything. Every friday night @ Station Square, fireworks night at PNC park a few times a month, every time a Pirate hits a homerun ( ok, that isn't often) , Light Up Night, Country Music Jamboree @ the Point, Three Rivers Regatta, New Years Eve, and let's not forget every Borough having their own display for the 4th of July !!! You get the point, we see fireworks here constantly. I personally liked the Illuminations R.O.E. show. It was something I don't get to see everyday.

I agree, but what I dont understand is both Disney and Pittsburgh use Zambelli. Why is it that Disneys fireworks are better than ours since Zambelli isnt too far away. Why dont we get a hometown discount since we use fireworks for everything. Dont forget though the pirates have regular firework nights and then we have the Skyblast nights. I think its almost hard to visit the city and not catch a glimpse of fireworks !!!

[Eric87]

We were just down there for our Honeymoon last week and while at Epcot when it came to watching Illuminations we both agreed, besides the music, we didn't care for the show. Wishes on the other hand we would never miss in the parks or at the MK resort area. They definitely need to improve the show.

[I take the Ferry]

I'll be there Friday night, so I'll see if the globe is still there and report back if no one else already has.

Thanks, Tink.

It was there last weekend, which means that they didn't stick to the planned schedule. So, who knows when they'll actually take it down. Tis the season to refurby, so if they're gonna do it, I'd assume it would be soon.

***added later***

Right after I posted this, I went to check Jason's "Tidbits" article. Doh. Should have checked there first. Here's what he knows:

Due to further delays, Epcot Operations has announced the refurbishment for the Illuminations Earth Globe float has been rescheduled to begin August 21, 2008 and end Mid-September 2008. Although the consistent delays bring reasonable doubt to any scheduled date, this is the first date that has been internally announced to more than just those working on the project.

That would be... TODAY! LOL. So, Tink, let us know if they stick to it this time!

K, Slater!
I take the Ferry!