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New 'American Idol' Attraction Debuts at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
New attraction offers exciting private-event options for groups
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (February 12, 2009) – A new 'American Idol' attraction is now open at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. It captures all the high-energy fun of the television and pop-culture phenomenon and offers one-of-kind private-event options for groups. Terry Brinkoetter
Disney's Hollywood Studios is home to the new attraction, which is an authentic recreation of its television namesake. Attendees experience the challenge of auditioning, the rush of performing on stage in competition, or the thrill of judging a range of live performances.
The show takes place in a custom-designed theater that accommodates up to 1,032 people and features the same glitz and glamour as the distinctive American Idol set. Back-to-back shows can be booked to accommodate larger groups and theme-park buy-outs.
"This is one of the most immersive private-event experiences we've ever created," said George Aguel, senior vice president for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "Attendees don't just observe the show; they become part of it. Meeting professionals can add more fun to their events by putting their organizations' leaders, top performers or other attendees on stage to perform for the rest of the group."
Participants selected to perform in the show get the star treatment backstage, including work with a vocal coach, hair stylist and make-up artist. Then it's lights up and show time in front of the "live" audience made of the rest of the group.
Planners can further customize the show by awarding prizes to show winners. Disney event specialists can help source anything from collectibles and gift cards to trips to other Disney resorts around the world and sailings with Disney Cruise Line.
American Idol adds to an already impressive line-up of attractions and entertainment that Disney's Hollywood Studios offers groups for receptions, dinners and other networking events. Signature attractions, shows and entertainment spectaculars set the stage for unforgettable experiences that attendees could never have on their own.
To learn more about hosting a meeting, convention or incentive program at the Walt Disney World Resort, visit disneymeetings.com or call (321) 939-7221.
Covering more than 40 square miles, the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida is the largest and most complete convention resort in North America. Here meeting professionals will discover six dedicated convention resorts and more than 700,000 square feet of ballroom, meeting and function space. The resort also offers four world-famous theme parks, two nighttime entertainment districts, championship golf, spas and sparkling lakes for water sports of all kind. Beyond facilities, planners will discover an array of exclusive benefits, including Disney Institute professional development programming, entertainment and production services through the Disney Event Group, and complimentary airport transfers and luggage transportation for guests of all Disney-owned resorts.
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For more information, please contact:
Worldwide Group & Convention
Public Relations Director
(404) 685-8438 (Atlanta, Ga.)
terry.brinkoetter@disney.com
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