Timekeeper replacement annouced

AKLRULZ · Post by **AKLRULZ** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 5:51 am

Not really sure how this fits into Tomorrowland, but this is what we're getting:

The name for this new attraction has today been officially confirmed as "The Laugh Floor Comedy Club".

Guests find the power of laughter in an engaging and interactive new adventure inspired by Disney-Pixar's "Monsters, Inc." as they match wits with the one-eyed hero Mike Wazowski and his friends.

Opening early 2007.

Think Turtle Talk with Crush over at Epcot.

GoofyInOhio · Post by **GoofyInOhio** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 7:13 am

I saw that this was officially announced and I was pretty excited. I think the Turtle Talk is great so if it's anything like that I'm sure it will be a huge hit!

Post by **js3901** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 11:40 am

aww, I loved Timekeeper. I wish they would've kept it. Update the movie and that attraction could be "Timeless"

but, things must change I guess. I'm just glad we have the recording and I've found video for Timekeeper... sad to see it go...

SimonTemplar · Post by **SimonTemplar** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 3:35 pm

I'm with AKLRULZ, I'm not sure how this fits into Tomorrowland but I guess we'll see soon enough. I actually liked Timekeeper.

Post by **rdeacon** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 5:42 pm

I agree with AKLRULZ too. I guess we will have to see what its about before we make a judgement.

Rich

GoofyInOhio · Post by **GoofyInOhio** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 7:48 pm

I too like Timekeeper, but when I heard it was gone I was excited to hear they were putting in something from Monsters Inc.

iloverags2 · Post by **iloverags2** » Jun Thu 08, 2006 8:28 pm

I love Monsters, but this seems an odd fit, with Tomorrowland. Scully looks more dinosaurish rather than futuristic, if you ask me.

packwingfn · Post by **packwingfn** » Jun Sun 11, 2006 10:24 am

Welcome to Fantasyland West

AKLRULZ · Post by **AKLRULZ** » Jun Sun 11, 2006 10:36 am

Here's a bit more scoopage on the storyline/attraction:

This all-new Tomorrowland experience, scheduled to debut in early 2007, gives Magic Kingdom guests the opportunity to participate in a live, interactive comedy show with some of their favorite characters from Monsters Inc., including Mike Wazowski.

Having discovered that "laughter is 10x more powerful than scream,"The Laugh Floor at Monsters Inc. has been trasnformed into a comedy club for visiting humans- the goal: gather big laughs and plenty of them.

The "monster of ceremonies" for this funny bussiness is Mike Wazowski. It was his idea to try for group laughs by bringing a bunch of humans to collect laughs in bulk, rather then visiting one closet at a time.

Management, as represented by Roz, is not exactly sold on the idea, so the preasure is on Mike to make his scheme work. Various animated monster comedians take the "digital" stage to build the laughs, while a laugh canister and board measure the amount of laughter to make sure Mike achives his goal.

Mike and his fellow comedians provide interactive oppurtunites for guest participation, using classic techniques such as improv and of playful teasing.

Cheshire Cat · Post by **Cheshire Cat** » Jun Sun 11, 2006 1:48 pm

The attraction itself seems like it could go either way... however I'm upset that they're getting rid of timekeeper and like many of you have already said, it doesn't really fit in with with the tomorrowland theme - I hope Disney knows what they're doing (however seeing their previous projects, it may be unlikely)

treebeliever · Post by **treebeliever** » Jun Sun 11, 2006 3:22 pm

Welcome to Fantasyland West

My thoughts exactly. I mean, it's nice that they're adding attractions featuring latest films. But it just doesn't seem to fit the Tomorrowland area, at least the Tomorrowland we all know and grew up with.

Mr.ToadWildRider · Post by **Mr.ToadWildRider** » Jun Sun 11, 2006 10:07 pm

Stitch, Buzz, and now Monsters...the TTA will soon change to feature Cars characters instead of stylish WEDWay cars to travel around Tomorrowland, including a trip through Incredibles Mountain (formerly Space Mountain)

G2-4T · Post by **G2-4T** » Jun Sun 11, 2006 10:10 pm

I gotta say that this time they've really lost their minds. What in the world does this have to do with Tomorrowland? It seems to me they need filler, found movies work, and are running from there. I like the idea, hate the placement. Timekeeper was a terrific ride/show. It was very much true-to-Walt style...

I don't think they needed to get rid of Timekeeper - js is right. Just keep working on it a little every so often to keep it modern and you're set. If only they could move it over to Epcot where Wonders of Life is - it is very Epcot-ish. Sigh...

GoofyInOhio · Post by **GoofyInOhio** » Jun Mon 12, 2006 7:38 am

Mr.ToadWildRider wrote:Stitch, Buzz, and now Monsters...the TTA will soon change to feature Cars characters instead of stylish WEDWay cars to travel around Tomorrowland, including a trip through Incredibles Mountain (formerly Space Mountain)

It's funny that you mention that. I was thinking they could get rid of the Indy Cars at the Indy Speedway and put in Cars from the movie Cars.

This may not be a great idea, but I just don't care for the Indy Cars (Maybe NASCAR). Still love watching kids drive them though. It's always a thrill for that first time driver.

Post by **rdeacon** » Jun Mon 12, 2006 7:48 am

AKLRULZ wrote:Here's a bit more scoopage on the storyline/attraction:

This all-new Tomorrowland experience, scheduled to debut in early 2007, gives Magic Kingdom guests the opportunity to participate in a live, interactive comedy show with some of their favorite characters from Monsters Inc., including Mike Wazowski.

Having discovered that "laughter is 10x more powerful than scream,"The Laugh Floor at Monsters Inc. has been trasnformed into a comedy club for visiting humans- the goal: gather big laughs and plenty of them.

The "monster of ceremonies" for this funny bussiness is Mike Wazowski. It was his idea to try for group laughs by bringing a bunch of humans to collect laughs in bulk, rather then visiting one closet at a time.

Management, as represented by Roz, is not exactly sold on the idea, so the preasure is on Mike to make his scheme work. Various animated monster comedians take the "digital" stage to build the laughs, while a laugh canister and board measure the amount of laughter to make sure Mike achives his goal.

Mike and his fellow comedians provide interactive oppurtunites for guest participation, using classic techniques such as improv and of playful teasing.

Sounds like a rehash of Talk with Crush.... I was hoping for something new and different. Not that crush isn't cool, but i'm just alittle disapointed.

Rich