Originally Posted By Skylardad I have been reading elsewhere that there has been noise coming from the original Imageworks interactive area on the second floor of the Imagination Pavillion. While I have not personally asked an Imagination CM, some reportedly have and the reply is "they have been making a lot of noise up there" and "wait for the magic in August". Are there any Epcot CMs on the board that may know more??? Personally, if there really is "noise", I hope this is the beginning of long-needed attention to this once great attraction (ride and post-show cir. 1980s). If there is a plan to re-open the 2nd floor any time soon, perhaps we are being teased and tested. Many fans of the original configuration of JII have always spoken of the fond memories of the 2nd floor. Maybe this is phase one of a series of plans to move ahead with the re-Imagineering of JII. If so, this may also be a test to see just how seroious many "fans" are about supporting a reincarnation of JII. I doubt the August reference is in regard to an opening, but rather an announcement of sorts. Here's to hoping we can once again venture upstairs, have fun, and get a great view of Future World!
Originally Posted By DVC_dad My son and I hoped the rope and started up the steps last March, but we got caught and asked to come back down. I acted all dumb and I thought for a minute we were in BIG trouble, but the CM didn't make a huge issue of it. She did tell me that the rainbow hallway was still up there and that someday it would reopen. Who knows.
Originally Posted By dixielandings the rainbow hallway was simple but cool I can still remember my 7 year old playing in there having a blast I hope they reopen this
Originally Posted By leemac <<My son and I hoped the rope and started up the steps last March>> DVC_dad that is a totally irresponsible way for a parent to behave. It amazes me that guests at the parks feel they can happily ignore CM instructions and signage. It bothers me immensely when I see guests wandering around backstage. It is dangerous and stupid. What did you expect to find up there? It could have been a major safety issue if it was a construction site. None of the 11 parks around the world do a good job of preventing guests from wandering around backstage and in restricted areas and I wish it wasn't the case. It seems when people go on vacation they lose all common sense.
Originally Posted By FerretAfros "It amazes me that guests at the parks feel they can happily ignore CM instructions and signage." I don't know the stairs in question, but there could have easily not been any sign. Also, he clearly said that when the CM approached them they obeyed. Although I don't think it is the best idea to wander around in strange places, it is possible that it appeared to be a place open to guests.
Originally Posted By leemac ^^ There is always a chain across the stairs with a sign. It has always been very clear that the second floor is out of bounds so unless a CM left the chain down or removed the sign then it is not an area for guests to be visiting. He did say he "hopped the rope" which led me to believe he felt entitled to go up there. The worst offenders are those that seem to feel it is appropriate to go wandering into Wonders of Life when it is blatantly closed for business.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA <DVC_dad that is a totally irresponsible way for a parent to behave. It amazes me that guests at the parks feel they can happily ignore CM instructions and signage. It bothers me immensely when I see guests wandering around backstage. It is dangerous and stupid.> Oh please. Like DVC_Dad was going to run around and play upstairs -- what's wrong with a little peek? Call it 'DVC_Dad's Florida Adventure' [I'd have done the same thing DVC_Dad, and have before]
Originally Posted By hopemax So, "The World According to Jim in Merced" "talking out of school"...BAD slipping behind ropes... thumbs up, and high fives <--was intending to just poke Jim a bit, but realizes now that there is a really BAAAD ABC-related joke in there. I feel so ashamed.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA Hey hopemax -- [typing with one eye]actually, I'm one who thinks it's okay to take your kid out of school to go to Disney theme parks. And in defense of DVC_dad, it's not like he jumped out of his vehicle on 'Universe of Energy' or something. He walked up some stairs.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 < I'm one who thinks it's okay to take your kid out of school to go to Disney theme parks. < each circumstance beign different but I also am on that train. My now 21 year old always missed the last week of school to go to Florida --( you know the last week when the books are already turned in and there isprecious little learning going on) - she was always an honor student and now graduating college soon and on the Dean's list ( while being an athlete as well) - so it certainly didn;t hurt her ( also a few times around labor day for a few days) -- my now 12 year old following the same regimen and is in the gifted program.... Most teachers and the principles here have had zero issue withit, although as she got older - she had homework to do before she returned to stay caught up.. now if my kid was struggling with school in general...then I would surely reconsider...
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb I didn't book our WDW trip until I had discussed my son's grades with his teacher and gotten the OK from her for him to take a week off school. She didn't ask for it, but I made him do a report on some of the things he's learned while there.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 ^^^^^^^^ all the right things in my opinion...he gets to travel, spend time with his family....and is doing well enough in school to miss a short period of time.
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb And it didn't hurt the Mommy REALLY wanted to go play at Disney. I'd have been all pouty if his grades hadn't been up to snuff, lol. Back to topic: I'm excited to hear about ANY update or change to the Imagination pavilion, it's such a sad area these days.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 we just know the building can provide so much more-- ironic for a building that is about imagination, that is what it is lacking right now
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Maybe you have to use your imagination and the whole idea is it is empty. Modern art in a Disney park? BTW - also agree with taking kids out of school unless they are falling behind. Sadly, it's almost getting to the point in the UK where it's a criminal offence. We are also being asked why we don't want to send our 3 year old to school yet. nanny state Britain.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip Give V-diddy a break!! If you had that many kids you'd occasionally do something a little goofy too! ;-)
Originally Posted By rhodisney My favorite thing to do in that old upstairs part of JII were the giant kalidescopes! Great fun!
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom You know I have never been to the second floor of that building. I didn't even know it was there while it was open. Now that the second floor is closed I can't even enjoy it.
Originally Posted By Labuda You're not alone, Tom. But, I guess I can take a WEE bit of comfort in only having visited the MK on my first trip, so no way would I have known of the pavilion's existence in 1987, nor its super-cool sounding 2nd floor! lol "Maybe you have to use your imagination and the whole idea is it is empty. Modern art in a Disney park?" LOL Dave! Good rationalization there - maybe you should work for Imagineering.
Originally Posted By mickey_ring two cool second floor things were the view, especially evenings and during thunderstorms, and the Kodak photo contest gallery. Don't know when or where the contests were held, but the pictures were great.
