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May 20, 2008

It was a fun-filled day Saturday at Universal Studios in spite of the relentless heat. Stars posed on the yellow carpet, stiltwalkers danced, fireworks exploded, kids feasted on cupcakes and cotton candy, and a human cannonball shot out over the crowd. And all this before the ride even opened! Also check out our ride preview, and videos from the opening gala!......

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May 19, 2008

Today is the long-awaited official opening of the Simpsons ride at Universal Studios! (See lots of photos of the ride here) Check out the following videos of Kelsey Grammer, Matt Groening, and a human cannonball from the Universal Studios Gala Party last Saturday, Kelsey Grammer was an extremely good sport, humoring our request to do Sideshow Bob's evil laugh. More photos of the festivities, Kwik-E-Mart and "yellow carpet" to come!......

Continue Reading "Videos in Honor of Opening Day of The Simpsons Ride!"

May 17, 2008

Universal Studios has just unveiled Krustyland, a magical theme park within a theme park. Monday will be the official opening of The Simpsons Ride, the area's main attraction. The Simpsons Ride is a virtual adventure much like the Back to the Future ride that previously occupied the location. Dome screens, measuring an expansive 80-ft in diameter, and a groundbreaking digital projection system bring the viewer right into the ride. The vehicles elevate nine feet on......

Continue Reading "Special Sneak Preview of The Simpsons Ride"

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