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6/15/2017

Preview: The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle

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This past Wednesday night we were invited out to Universal Studios Hollywood for the latest addition to Wizarding World Hollywood. The AMAZING "Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle". 
While the show doesn't debut until June 23 we hope you'll enjoy this sneak peek which includes video and a LOT of pictures. 

Written by Gregg Condon
Before we get started with the update we wanted to give you a heads up that Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook will host a Facebook Live event to stream the all-new “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” experience at “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” on Friday, June 23 at 8:45pm PST
Welcome to Hogwarts
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We'll start off with a few of our favorite shots of the show 
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It's quite simply the best projection mapping we've ever seen. 
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Full video of the all new show. 

Just a quick note: We attempted something new during the show which was mounting a GoPro on top of the DSLR so we could make sure we got great video and pictures during the event. While we are VERY pleased with how this came out visually, unfortunately the shutter on the DSLR made the audio a bit more muddled than we'd like. We'll be coming up with ways to remedy this in the future. But we hope you enjoy the video nonetheless. =) 
Some more of our favorite shots of the show 
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The show is simply stunning 
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We took so many pictures we didn't know which ones to include, so we included about 90 of them in the slideshow below. We hope you enjoy!! 
This show is truly amazing and unlike some other shows it won't take a lot of time out of your evening at the park, it's only about 5-6 minutes long. Which IMO is long enough for those of us who don't enjoy dedicating hours and standing in one spot for long periods of time to see a nighttime show. 

Be sure you check it out soon. The show officially opens on June 23 but you may be able to catch a preview before then.

A few more random pics from our visit. 

A new Despicable Me photo spot is up on the upper lot 
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Looks like they are doing some work near Universal Plaza 
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The back wall for the new storefront/restaurant is up 
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Because why not 
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Shrek 4D soon to be ... 
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You know =) 
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Don't look sad ... Banana!! 
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Related Updates: 
  • Voodoo Doughnuts now open at CityWalk LA 
  • ​Universal Studios Hollywood Update and Fun Nintendo Land Speculation 
  • ​Experiencing HHN Hollywood in a Wheelchair
  • Photo Tour of Universal Studios Florida
  • Photo Tour of Islands of Adventure ​​


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6/4/2017

Voodoo Doughnut is now open at CityWalk LA

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Voodoo Doughnuts at CityWalk LA is finally officially open and we were invited to check out the grand opening media event and of course sample some of the amazing donuts and coffee. 

This was probably our 4th or 5th visit to Voodoo since it opened awhile back and at this rate it's safe to say we've tried about 75% of their donuts. The shop is the PERFECT fit for CityWalk as it fits the style of the entire area and if the long lines are any indication we aren't alone in our feelings. 



Written by Gregg Condon
Good things DO come in pink boxes 
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A peek inside shows a lot of awesome Voodoo Merchandise 
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Even a doughnut coffin for those awesome Halloween events 
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Hard at work preparing donuts for all 
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 Voodoo Doughnut founders Kenneth “Cat Daddy” Pogson and Tres Shannon
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Really wish I could pull off that hat. =) 
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Some of the aftermath of our doughnut eating fun. 
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Thanks to Universal for having us out, some additional info on Voodoo Doughnuts is below. We can't wait to try more doughnuts soon!!

Voodoo Doughnut Casts a Spell on Universal CityWalk with the Opening of its First-Ever California Location

Stumptown Coffee, the Perfect Complement to a Voodoo Doughnut, Also Brewed at the Location in Exclusive Pink Espresso Machine
​Universal City, June 1, 2017 – Good things come in pink boxes is Voodoo Doughnut’s mantra as the irreverent, world famous pastry shop sweetens up Universal CityWalk with its first-ever California location, situated adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A.
Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk is now open.
“We are beyond thrilled to open Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk and share our menu of fabulous doughnuts with the world at the top entertainment destination in Los Angeles,” said Voodoo Doughnut founder, Kenneth “Cat Daddy” Pogson.
“The arrival of Voodoo Doughnut to Universal CityWalk coincides with the destination’s ongoing revitalization,” said Karen Irwin, President and COO, Universal Studios Hollywood. “Their unique brand and delicious signature one-of-a-kind doughnuts is the perfect complement to CityWalk’s over-the-top vibrancy.”
Hailing originally from Portland, Oregon by founders Kenneth “Cat Daddy” Pogson and Tres Shannon, the new L.A. pastry shop serves a range of 60 eclectic doughnuts, including vegan options and the Hollywood Cream, created for Universal CityWalk.
A variety of scrumptious flavored doughnuts are available, such as Grape Ape, Mango Tango, the Voodoo Bubble and Bacon Maple Bar as well as their iconic Voodoo Doll. A popular take-out option, Voodoo Doughnuts are served in signature pink boxes or in a custom-made wooden coffin.
The new location also features another Portland specialty:  Stumptown coffee, which brews regularly from the first-ever pink Stumptown espresso machine located exclusively at Universal CityWalk’s Voodoo Doughnut.
Keeping with their longstanding tradition, Voodoo Doughnut helps celebrate marital bliss by hosting weddings ceremonies, complete with a doughnut and coffee catered reception.
The new Voodoo Doughnut shop finds its sweet spot at the inimitable Universal CityWalk, located near the “5 Towers” outdoor concert stage and adjacent to Universal Cinema, which recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation and features deluxe recliner seating.
Voodoo Doughnut has expanded to multiple U.S. cities in Eugene, Ore., Denver, Colo., and  Austin, Texas. The CityWalk location marks their first California establishment. 
More information about Universal CityWalk is available at www.CityWalkHollywood.com. Regular updates also can be found on CityWalk’s Twitter @CityWalkLA, Facebook page Universal CityWalk Hollywood and Instagram @CityWalkLA.
Universal Studios Hollywood is The Entertainment Capital of L.A. and includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Recent additions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™,” Universal Studios Hollywood’s first outdoor roller coaster.  Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons RideTM” and the “The Walking Dead” daytime attraction.  The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television studio where they can also experience such authentic and immersive thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged.” The adjacent Universal CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex also includes the all-new multi-million dollar, completely redesigned Universal Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres, and the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert stage.
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​Related Updates: 
  • New Mural unveiled at CityWalk LA and Universal Studios Hollywood Update
  • Universal Studios Hollywood Update and Fun Nintendo Land Speculation 
  • ​Experiencing HHN Hollywood in a Wheelchair
  • Photo Tour of Universal Studios Florida
  • Photo Tour of Islands of Adventure ​​


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