Press release has more detail than the Blog (but reads very similar). Sorry for the length. Once available more readily on the Web, I will edit post with a link.
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Set to Open at
Disneyland Resort on May
2019-03-07 16:55:27.261 GMT
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Set to Open at Disneyland Resort on May 31 and at
Walt Disney World Resort on Aug. 29
PR Newswire
BURBANK, California, March 8, 2019
All-new land will invite guests to live their own Star Wars adventures, with
an epic opening for Star Wars : Rise of the Resistance later this year
BURBANK, California, March 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In anticipation of high
guest interest, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products announced today it will
open Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge ahead of schedule at Disneyland Park in
California on May 31 and at Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World
Resort in Florida on Aug. 29.
On opening day for phase one, guests will be transported to the remote planet
of Batuu, full of unique sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Guests can become
part of the story as they sample galactic food and beverages, explore an
intriguing collection of merchant shops and take the controls of the most
famous ship in the galaxy aboard Millennium Falcon : Smugglers Run .
Phase two, opening later this year, will be Star Wars : Rise of the
Resistance, the most ambitious, immersive and advanced attraction ever
imagined, which will place guests in the middle of a climactic battle between
the First Order and the Resistance and will blur the lines between fantasy and
reality. In light of tremendous demand, Disney made the decision to open the
land in phases to allow guests to sooner enjoy the one-of-a-kind experiences
that make Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge so spectacular.
Guests planning to visit Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland Park between
May 31 and June 23, 2019, will need valid theme park admission and will be
required to make a no-cost reservation, subject to availability, to access the
land. Information on how to make a reservation will be available at a later
date on Disneyland.com and the Disney Parks Blog. Guests staying at one of the
three Disneyland Resort hotels during these dates will receive a designated
reservation to access Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge during their stay (one
reservation per registered guest); valid theme park admission is required.
Once guests step foot on Batuu, they will be part of the action as it unfolds
around them, and their interactions with the Play Disney Parks mobile app*
will deepen their engagement with the land. They may choose to aid a smuggler,
join the Resistance or pledge their loyalty to the First Order. In this
all-new environment, guests can make choices about their experience that could
impact their adventures as they travel throughout the land by using the Play
Disney Parks mobile app in a whole new way. This depth of storytelling is part
of the total immersion that will distinguish the two, 14-acre lands – the
largest and most technologically advanced single-themed land expansions ever
in a Disney park – from any other themed land in history.
The new lands build off decades of collaboration between Walt Disney
Imagineering and Lucasfilm Ltd., a global leader in film, television and
digital entertainment production, including the Star Wars franchise. The work
on Star Wars between these two creative powerhouses dates back to 1987, when
the groundbreaking Star Tours attraction opened at Disneyland Park in
California.
Welcome to the Edge of Wild Space: Black Spire Outpost on Batuu Batuu is a
far-flung destination along the galaxy's Outer Rim, on the frontier of Wild
Space – the uncharted region beyond all known star systems. Batuu is home to
Black Spire Outpost, an infamous port for smugglers, traders and adventurers
wishing to avoid any unnecessary … entanglements with the First Order. Along
the way, guests may encounter some familiar faces, from Rey, Finn, and Poe to
BB-8 and Chewie.
Star Wars Adventures Come to Life in Two Thrilling Attractions For more than
four decades, Star Wars fans have imagined what it would be like to blast
across the stars inside the Millennium Falcon or race through the halls of a
Star Destroyer. Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge will feature two signature
attractions that turn those dreams into reality.
Set to open at Disneyland Resort on May 31 and at Walt Disney World Resort on
Aug. 29, Millennium Falcon : Smugglers Run , will take guests into the cockpit
of "the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy." They will take the controls of
the Falcon in one of three unique and critical roles as the ship hurtles
through space. Some will be pilots, some gunners and some flight engineers,
creating multiple ways for guests to experience the attraction.
Set to open later this year, Star Wars : Rise of the Resistance places guests
right in the middle of the Rebellion and gives them an active role in the
fight against the First Order, including a faceoff with Kylo Ren. Their
journey takes them inside a full-size starship and aboard a nearby Star
Destroyer.
A Diverse Menu of Food and Beverages Await What does Blue Milk actually taste
like? That question and more will be answered when guests visit Star Wars :
Galaxy's Edge and experience the new land's expansive array of food and
beverages. Guests will walk through a bustling street market, where vendors
offer various local delicacies, including an Outpost Mix of uniquely flavored
popped grains from Kat Saka's Kettle , a unique popcorn snack with a
combination of sweet, savory and spicy flavors.
At Oga's Cantina , even the blaster-bolt scorches on the walls tell a story.
Here, guests will gather to share their tales from around the galaxy as they
enjoy exotic beverages served in unique vessels and listen to spirited musical
entertainment provided by DJ R-3X, otherwise known as Rex, the former
Starspeeder 3000 pilot droid from the original Star Tours . Rex re-invents
himself as the cantina's DJ, and he's as quirky and talkative as ever.
A multi-purpose transport shuttle docked on top of a large hangar will beckon
guests into Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, a designated location for traveling
food shuttles. Chef Strono "Cookie" Tuggs is in much demand for his culinary
skills, so he moves from site to site in a modified Sienar-Chall
Utilipede-Transport that becomes a mobile kitchen and restaurant. His travels
across the galaxy allow him to fill his pantry with exotic ingredients he uses
to make new and unusual dishes. He is proud to present Tuggs' Grub, a
"traveling diner for diners traveling," inspired by dishes he created during
his time working for Maz Kanata on Takodana.
In the Black Spire Outpost market, Ronto Roasters will draw attention from
passersby with its large podracing engine firing up a barbecue pit for
mouth-watering Ronto Wraps. When hungry customers queue up to order, they will
encounter a former smelter droid, carefully turning the spit of meats. Guests
will also be able to choose from a variety of exotic non-alcoholic drinks like
the Sour Sarlacc or Tatooine Sunset.
Elsewhere in the market, the Milk Stand will offer two local favorites – Blue
Milk and Green Milk. Blue Milk was first seen in "Star Wars: Episode IV – A
New Hope" when Luke Skywalker sat down for a family meal. Green Milk was
introduced in "Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi."
Take a Piece of the Star Wars Galaxy Home from a Vibrant Market Food is one of
many discoveries just waiting to be made while wandering the lively market of
Black Spire Outpost, where guests will encounter a robust collection of
merchant shops and stalls filled with authentic Star Wars creations.
The Droid Depot will invite guests to construct their own astromech droids.
Patrons will pick pieces and parts off a conveyor belt to build one of two
core models (R-series or BB-series) and they can customize their droids with
various parts and colors. These droids will be capable of interacting with
elements in the land. Additional programming chips and accessories can be
added to further customize these new friends. In addition, the Droid Depot
will offer pre-built droids, droid-inspired products and more.
At Savi's Workshop – Handbuilt Lightsabers , guests will have the opportunity
to customize and craft their very own lightsabers. In this mystical
experience, guests will feel the Force as they build these elegant weapons
from a more civilized age.
Inside Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities , guests will find a selection of rare
and mysterious items for sale representing different eras of the Star Wars
galaxy, including holocrons, ancient Jedi and Sith artifacts, lightsabers and
more. As they explore the nooks and crannies of the shop, guests will also see
Dok at his desk as the large Ithorian checks his inventory, takes incoming
calls and barks the occasional order at his assistants.
In addition to these special experiences, the Black Spire Outpost market will
feature the Creature Stall dedicated to the plethora of rare and fascinating
creatures that populate the galaxy, as well as Black Spire Outfitters ,
showcasing the latest in accessories. Guests will also find the Toydarian
Toymaker , a stall full of toys crafted by a Toydarian (the flying alien
species first seen in "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace").
Guests can also demonstrate where their loyalties lie with the gear and
accessories they purchase within the land. Resistance Supply is a "makeshift"
supply location at the Resistance's hidden command area. The stall sells
Resistance pins, badges, hats, and other accessories to help guests feel like
part of the cause. First Order Cargo , meanwhile, is a temporary First Order
storage dock near the market. Easily identified by a never-before-seen First
Order TIE echelon, the cargo location will offer guests a chance to pledge
their loyalty by purchasing pins, caps, gear, model ships and more.
Play Disney Parks Mobile App Deepens Guest Engagement with the Land Star Wars
: Galaxy's Edge is the first land within a Disney park designed to integrate
with the Play Disney Parks mobile app, which debuted last year and offers
interactive adventures and experiences that bring surrounding environments to
life at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. When guests use the
app, it will provide new opportunities for them to engage with the land, such
as translating a galactic language, learning what's hidden inside crates and
containers, or accomplishing certain tasks by participating in missions.
Guests also can use the Play Disney Parks app to interact with a variety of
elements in Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge, such as droids, ships, media screens,
door panels and antenna arrays.
Iconic Musical Score for Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge Music has been an integral
part of Star Wars from the moment the iconic themes of Academy Award-winning®
composer John Williams first introduced us to this galaxy. The music for Star
Wars : Galaxy's Edge continues that tradition with a suite of all-new
Williams-composed themes written especially for the land and its attractions.
Along with a collection of original cantina songs created by composers and
songwriters from around the globe, this new music will deepen guests'
connection to the land as Williams complements and builds upon the iconic
fanfares he created for the Star Wars films.
More details about Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge will be released in the coming
months. Visit DisneylandNews.com, WDWNews.com, DisneyParksBlog.com and
StarWars.com for the most up-to-date information.
Capacity is limited. Access to the theme park, Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge and
its experiences may be restricted or unavailable depending on guest demand and
other factors.
* Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset
limitations and device settings and features may vary by handset, service
provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If
you're under 18, get your parents' permission first. Some features require
separate theme park admission. Some experiences require in-app purchases.
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When Walt Disney opened Disneyland in Anaheim, California on July 17, 1955, he
created a unique destination built around storytelling and immersive
experiences, ushering in a new era of family entertainment. More than sixty
years later, Disney has grown into one of the world's leading providers of
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SOURCE Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Contact: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, 407-566-6397,
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