Breaking News- Busch Gardens Williamsburg has to CANCEL "Mix It Up"?

!!BREAKING NEWS!!

 Today BGW Fans has reported that musicians have walked from the "Mix It Up" show which puts the "Dig It Up" Howl-O-Scream show in major jeopardy. Rumor has it that the show has been completely cancelled for the 2013 season and 2014 is now in question.  This is yet another issue with their entertainment director, Scott has caused yet another problem for the park. 

 According to the owner of BGW Fans, one major player was fired on the spot. Due to this many other folks just walked out.  To follow this up, the "Italian Ensemble" which has a show in "Italy" of Busch Gardens Willimasburg has also lost their lead female singer. BGW Fans is one of the most reliable sources for information coming from Busch Gardens Williamsburg, they aren't know for posting anything that isn't concrete. They have my up-most respect.

 What in the hell is going on?! 

 We don't know but we have intention of finding out and reporting back!

Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom: Major Additions in 2014

!!Breaking News!!

 Today Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom announced their big 2014 project. Major expansions are coming to Wildwater Kingdom in the form of a massive slide tower which will feature 6 new slides and the catchy name of "Snake Pit".

 This new slide tower will feature a series of slides. The first is a series spiral slides called 'Boa Blasters' which will have turning twists on 325 feet of slide.  A single slide series of tube slides called 'Constrictor' which will use single and double tubes, down a series of hills. It's 449 feet long with a height of 50 feet and a 360 degree turn.

The most impressive set of slides are called 'Python Plummet' which is a count-down slide. Enclosed in a tube, your counted down then dropped into a steep incline of slide. It is also the tallest point of the 'Snake Pit' addition at 65' tall on the six story slide tower.

With the addition of 'Snake Pit' Wildwater Kingdom will total 26 slides, two wave pools and two lazy rivers.

In addition to the big Wildwater Kingdom news today, Dorney Park isn't left out either. Returning to the park in 2014 the "All Wheel Sport Show" will return to the 'Good Time Theater'.  In the press release they state the show will feature special effects along side bikers, skaters, aerialists and gymnasts who will be performing gravity-defying stunts.  The show is reported to be "High Energy and High Thrill" by the parks VP and GM, Michael Fehnel.

So the big news in a nutshell:
Big Shiny New Slide Tower with 6 new slides.
Dorney gets "All Wheel Sport Show" to their 'Good Time Theater".

Daily Distraction 6/4- Random Throwback Edition!

Monday 6/4

Morning Again!
 Today's Distraction has nothing to do with Amusement or Theme Parks. Well, other then the fact one of the theme of today's distraction was located near Disney/Seaworld/Universal. Besides, I felt like throwing in some random nostalgia!

Man, I found something special for my fellow 80's children out there especially those of us who grew up down south! I'm sure you've all had at least one Birthday party in your past that was held at somekind of pizza place, the ones with the playground and the singing dancing band of furry creatures to entertain the masses? Well I certain did and boy am I ever disappointed by today's current offerings of Chuck E. Cheeses. Frankly Dave and Busters is more fun for kids and where is the show?!

Well, Never Fear!
Because I've found a fun offering for those of you with Netflix!
Do you remember Showbiz Pizza? They where around in Florida well before Chuck E. Cheese very moved in. The one I remember clearly was on International Drive which is now occupied by a (surprise) Chuck E. Cheese. So let's take a little trip down Memory Lane with this cool (and slightly creepy) documentary about Showbiz Pizza and how it came to be!

Direct Link: Rock-afire Explosion on Netflix

Rock-Afire Explosion: Website

Now, after doing a little research I've learned that apparently there is still an active "Rock-afire" band still playing for kids. While no longer under the name of "Showbiz Pizza" it's another place very similar called Billy Bob's Wonderland in Barboursville, WV! It's not to far away from where I'm currently living, this may require some investigation!