“GRINCHMAS” AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD AND UNIVERSAL CITYWALK FACT SHEET
ABOUT GRINCHMAS: In conjunction with the highly anticipated Universal Pictures release of Imagine Entertainment’s “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk will launch a brand new “Wholiday” celebration “Grinchmas” from Nov. 17 to Jan. 1, bringing the magical town of Whoville to life with “Whovillians,” Who Singing and all things Who-vian.
WHAT GUESTS WILL “Grinchmas” takes the delightfully off-kilter world of Dr. EXPERIENCE: Seuss’ Whoville from the silver screen to life with a colorful holiday extravaganza of original props, sets, costumes, parades, real snow, lights, caroling Who-villians, and more Whobilations providing guests the very first behind-the- scenes experience of the film.
The celebration at “Whoniversal” Studios Hollywood will include:
Mount Crumpit Snow Plummet—A 100’ long sledding hill towering 41’ high and piled with tons of actual snow, where young revelers can slide and play.
The Grinch’s Cave Maze—Guests will be able to meander through the dark, cavernous home of the mysterious Grinch, filled with many of the most imaginative original props from the movie. Inside the cave, they’ll appear “fabulous” in the Grinch’s own cracked mirror, they’ll visit Max the Dog’s house, hear the Grinch’s voice coming from unexpected nooks and crannies. And when they least expect it, the Grinch will pop up to greet them.
The Whoville Whobilation—A cheerful cast of Whovilians teach the Grinch the spirit of Christmas through a special performance of song and dance, culminating in a spectacular tree lighting. (more) Grinchmas, page 2
GRINCHMAS ACTIVITIES “Grinchmas” also continues at Universal CityWalk with an AT UNIVERSAL ice skating rink and Grinch-themed interactive movie CITYWALK: display at the Universal Cineplex.
DATES AND TIMES OF “Grinchmas” at Universal Studios Hollywood kicks-off with OPERATION: the opening of the movie on Nov. 17, 2000 to Jan. 1, 2001. Hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
COST OF ADMISSION: All “Grinchmas” activities and celebrations are included in the regular admission price at Universal Studios Hollywood.
SPECIAL OFFER: Guests who purchase a regularly priced admission ticket during the Grinchmas celebration will also receive a special three-month park admission pass which is valid Jan. 1 through March 31, 2001.
ABOUT UNIVERSAL Universal Studios Hollywood is the world’s largest STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD movie studio and theme park where guests AND UNIVERSAL experience the excitement of movie-making magic and CITYWALK: enjoy exciting attractions based on Hollywood’s most memorable and award-winning motion pictures and television productions.
Universal CityWalk is a unique dining and shopping promenade grounded in entertainment and featuring a reflection of some of Los Angeles’ more distinctive architecture, as well as many of the top name brands in dining and retail.
ABOUT DR. SEUSS’ HOW Based on Theodor Geisel’s beloved holiday classic, the THE GRINCH STOLE magical town of Whoville and the inhabitants of Dr. Seuss’ CHRISTMAS How The Grinch Stole Christmas come to spectacular life on the big screen from Universal Pictures and Imagine Entertainment. Director Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer create a hilarious and charming new live action comedy fantasy starring Jim Carrey as the Grinch. It also stars Molly Shannon, Christine Baranski, Taylor Momsen, Jeffry Tambor, Bill Irwin and Clint Howard.
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