Darthshader
New Recruit
Matt over at http://www.mgmstudios.org/sww.html
has this to report on the event:
"Star Wars Weekend 2003 Information
Dates: The 2003 Star Wars Weekends are scheduled for five consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
May 16 – 18
May 23 – 25
May 30 – June 1
June 6 - June 8
June 13 – June 15
(Disney seems to have confirmed it will be all 5 weekends in a recent letter)
Events Planned:
Actors and voice performers from the films are scheduled to appear in daily star conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades.
Character Meet & Greets - Almost 20 unique characters will pose for
photographs.
As the sun gives way to the stars each evening, the excitement rises with a Cantina Street Party from 5 p.m. to park closing.
Walt Disney World guests also have the opportunity to get acquainted with the actors 'behind the masks' of many favorite Star Wars characters.
Behind the Force: The Saga Continues - A Lucasfilm behind-the-scenes look into
the making of the Star Wars Saga.
Interactive, Interstellar Fun-- Star Wars trivia contests and games will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans' film knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature the best in Star Wars-inspired electronic games.
Star Wars trivia contests and games will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans' film knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature the best in Star Wars-inspired electronic games.
Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, several lucky youngsters will be chosen to take part in the "Jedi Training Academy," giving Jedi hopefuls the chance to learn moves with a lightsaber, then test their skills against Darth Vader himself.
A Galaxy of Collectibles -- Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created event-exclusive Star Wars merchandise -- from trading pins (including a special boxed set) and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look inspired by scenes in The Phantom Menace, the retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
There will be weekly pins along with the overall pins sold for the weekends.
Hasbro Fun - See what you look like as a life-size Star Wars action figure.
Galactic Game Show -- Special editions of the popular game show attraction "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire--Play It!" will be presented, with a variety of Star Wars-inspired questions and surprise appearances by film characters. The attraction's studio audience can join in the fun by answering trivia questions using keypads installed at each seat.
The 501st fan Storm Trooper division will be appearing either the first weekend or last weekend. Events may include them escorting guests around the park and being at the parking plazas.
Characters Scheduled to Appear:
(2 Stars expected per Weekend)
C-3PO (Anthony Daniels) - May 16-18, 2003"
Thanks to Matt for his informative site!
I will be in attendance at the event, feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.
Hope to see you there!
For info & pics on past year's Star Wars Weekends,
visit:
http://www.swweekends.tripod.com/
has this to report on the event:
"Star Wars Weekend 2003 Information
Dates: The 2003 Star Wars Weekends are scheduled for five consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
May 16 – 18
May 23 – 25
May 30 – June 1
June 6 - June 8
June 13 – June 15
(Disney seems to have confirmed it will be all 5 weekends in a recent letter)
Events Planned:
Actors and voice performers from the films are scheduled to appear in daily star conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades.
Character Meet & Greets - Almost 20 unique characters will pose for
photographs.
As the sun gives way to the stars each evening, the excitement rises with a Cantina Street Party from 5 p.m. to park closing.
Walt Disney World guests also have the opportunity to get acquainted with the actors 'behind the masks' of many favorite Star Wars characters.
Behind the Force: The Saga Continues - A Lucasfilm behind-the-scenes look into
the making of the Star Wars Saga.
Interactive, Interstellar Fun-- Star Wars trivia contests and games will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans' film knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature the best in Star Wars-inspired electronic games.
Star Wars trivia contests and games will be held near the Star Tours attraction to test fans' film knowledge. In addition, a special Video Starcade will feature the best in Star Wars-inspired electronic games.
Obi-Wanna-Be -- Throughout the day, several lucky youngsters will be chosen to take part in the "Jedi Training Academy," giving Jedi hopefuls the chance to learn moves with a lightsaber, then test their skills against Darth Vader himself.
A Galaxy of Collectibles -- Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have created event-exclusive Star Wars merchandise -- from trading pins (including a special boxed set) and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions and other limited-edition items -- that will be available in Tatooine Traders. With a look inspired by scenes in The Phantom Menace, the retail location is adjacent to the Ewok Village set at the Star Tours attraction.
There will be weekly pins along with the overall pins sold for the weekends.
Hasbro Fun - See what you look like as a life-size Star Wars action figure.
Galactic Game Show -- Special editions of the popular game show attraction "Who Wants To Be A Millionaire--Play It!" will be presented, with a variety of Star Wars-inspired questions and surprise appearances by film characters. The attraction's studio audience can join in the fun by answering trivia questions using keypads installed at each seat.
The 501st fan Storm Trooper division will be appearing either the first weekend or last weekend. Events may include them escorting guests around the park and being at the parking plazas.
Characters Scheduled to Appear:
(2 Stars expected per Weekend)
C-3PO (Anthony Daniels) - May 16-18, 2003"
Thanks to Matt for his informative site!
I will be in attendance at the event, feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.
Hope to see you there!
For info & pics on past year's Star Wars Weekends,
visit:
http://www.swweekends.tripod.com/