The Disney Parks Blog yesterday announced that Epcot’s iconic Spaceship Earth ride will close on May 26 for an extensive refurbishment as part of the Walt Disney World theme park’s ongoing transformation.
The announcement also included new details about what the makeover will entail, including a new scene set in the existing Egypt section that would be an Egypt “like you’ve never seen before, transformed through the power of light.”
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According to the blog post, “the next iteration of Spaceship Earth will focus on the story of humanity, following our long journey from prehistoric humans to today brought to life with magic and depth that only Disney can deliver.”
Throughout the attraction, you’ll hear new narration and see how light plays a central role in our shared human journey, coming to life in dynamic ways in a celebration of the magic that’s possible when we all come together.
For those worried about the attraction losing its beloved charm, the company says that “many of the moments you know and love will be updated in amazing ways, blended with brand-new scenes to tell a story about our human experience.”
The ride’s reimagining was first announced at the Disney Parks session of last year’s D23 Expo event. It will be Spaceship Earth’s fourth and most extensive refurbishment since Epcot opened in 1982.
Epcot is slated to receive a flurry of major new attractions and investments in the coming years, including a redesigned entrance and a Guardians of the Galaxy roller coaster — all in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World in 2021
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