ORLANDO, Fla. (May 10, 2012) – Universal Orlando Resort is unveiling even more powerhouse performers that will take the stage at the 2012 Summer Concert Series. Every Saturday night beginning June 9 through July 14, Universal Studio Florida will host one of the hottest concert series around, featuring a star-studded lineup that will appeal to fans of every music genre.

This year, music lovers can expect live performances from classic rock to chart-topping country hits, from mainstream hip hop to soulful R&B. Newly announced performers include Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Famer Al Green, who’s recorded timeless hits like “Let’s Stay Together” and “I’m Still in Love with You;” country star Josh Turner, who has topped the U.S. country charts with singles like “All Over Me” and “Why Don’t We Just Dance;” and Grammy award-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco, who has collaborated with other hit-makers like Kanye West, Snoop Dogg and Jay-Z.

These new additions join previously announced musical acts, including the cast of Nickelodeon’s hit TV series, “Victorious,” on June 9, and rock bands ZZ Top and 3 Doors Down on June 16. The full Summer Concert Series lineup is below, and the final musical act will be announced at a later date.

 

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Orlando, Fla. – Blue Man Group at Universal Orlando Resort has recently opened Bluephoria, the family-friendly VIP lounge located at the Blue Man Group Theatre, catering to the Blue Man Group guests, groups and events.

Located in the former Nickelodeon Studios escape balcony, Bluephoria has transformed the space into a fun “industrial chic” space complete with lounge tables, sofas, a full service bar area, cocktail service and an outdoor balcony overlooking the entrance to the Blue Man Group Theatre.

The lounge gives guests a private area to gather with friends and family beginning 45 minutes prior to the show, and a relaxing area to connect, share experiences and meet a Blue Man for exclusive photo opportunities after the show.

Upgrades for the Bluephoria Lounge are available at the Blue Man Group Box Office or Call Center for only $20 per person with the purchase of a Blue Man Group ticket.

Bluephoria Upgrade Entitlements Include:

• Two (2) complimentary beverages per guest prior to the show (alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages)
• Official Blue Man Group Universal Orlando Resort Program
• Exclusive meet & greet/photo opportunity with a Blue Man

For more information about the Bluephoria Lounge call 407-BLUEMAN (258-3626).

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WHAT:
Cy Curnin of The Fixx, whose hits include "One Thing Leads To Another," "Are We Ourselves?," "Secret Separation" and more, will perform at Velvet Unplugged - Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's laid back acoustic show in the lobby of the hotel.

WHEN:
Saturday, May 12, at 8:00 pm

WHERE:
Velvet Bar & Lobby Lounge
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7834

TICKETS*:
Table for 4: $60
Table for 2: $40
Standing room section: No charge (free)

Velvet Unplugged tickets for tables include complimentary first round of drinks (house wine, house liquor, domestic draft beer or soda) and complimentary self or valet parking**.  Velvet Unplugged-goers in the standing room only section receive discounted parking rates of $5 self or $10 valet.

For tickets, log onto http://bit.ly/VU512tix.

For more information, call 407-503-2402 or e-mail vs2k3@loewshotels.com.

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel. The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists. Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property. The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

*Velvet Unplugged is a separately ticketed event; ticket prices include Florida sales tax at 6.0% and Orange County discretionary sales surtax at 0.5%; on-line ticketing fees apply. **Complimentary and discounted parking not valid for overnight hotel guests. Dates, times, entertainment and benefits subject to change without notice. Cameras are not permitted at the show. Hard Rock Hotel © Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.


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ORLANDO, Fla. – Guests visiting Universal Orlando Resort can experience the world-renowned and outrageously fun Blue Man Group show at Universal CityWalk.  The wildly successful live experience adds an entirely new dimension of entertainment to Universal Orlando.

The one-of-a-kind show combines music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to create the blissful party atmosphere that is a Blue Man Group trademark. The production has been custom-designed for Universal Orlando and includes elements of the group’s existing shows as well as newly created material exclusive to this production.

The show performs continuously throughout the week from Universal Orlando Resort’s Blue Man Group Theatre. The 1,000-seat theater, complete with a 30-foot-tall Blue Man façade, is accessible from both Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Florida. The façade’s large size makes Blue Man visible from nearly everywhere in CityWalk, adding to the distinct variety offered by the already established hotels, restaurants, clubs, theaters, shops and theme parks.

“We are thrilled to offer this exciting show to our guests,” said Bill Davis, president of Universal Orlando Resort. “Blue Man Group is a perfect complement to the incredible experiences at Universal Orlando Resort.”

“Because Universal Orlando is known for its cool, stimulating experiences, we feel it’s the perfect place for a Blue Man show,” said Blue Man Group Co-founder Chris Wink.

The Blue Man Group show is a separately ticketed event.  For more information or to purchase tickets, guests may visit www.universalorlando.com/blueman.

About Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group (www.blueman.com) is a multinational media and entertainment company with theatrical and digital media operations across three continents, permanent live performance installations in six cities, an ongoing theatrical tour of the USA and Canada, as well as a highly acclaimed show on Norwegian Cruise Line's Epic.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation, but there is only one place where vacation becomes adventure:  Universal Orlando Resort. It is a unique destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex. It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you become part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. Coming this summer:  Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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Orlando, Florida. (8 de mayo de 2012) – Universal Orlando Resort inauguró hoy su nuevo desfile Universal’s Superstar Parade y el show nocturno Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movies Memories – trayendo dos novedosas experiencias de entretenimiento para los visitantes de Universal.

Estas nuevas experiencias de entretenimiento son las más novedades recientes del “Año para estar aquí” de Universal Orlando – durante el cual Universal está creando más nuevo entretenimiento que en cualquier otro año de su historia. El año tuvo inicio con el estreno del renovado espectáculo de Blue Man Group en Universal CityWalk, prosiguió con la reapertura de The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man en Universal’s Islands of Adventure y tendrá continuidad con el lanzamiento en este verano de la nueva atracción Despicable Me Minion Mayhem en Universal Studios Florida.

El desfile Universal’s Superstar Parade presenta una nueva forma de entretenimiento interactivo en Universal Studios, que combina creativas carrozas con centenas de artistas, creando un nivel máximo de alegría y diversión. El espectáculo Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories es un show nocturno presentado en la laguna central de Universal Studios, que lleva a los visitantes en un viaje lleno de fuertes momentos cinematográficos – provocando emoción y despertando la imaginación.

“Estamos creando momentos especiales para toda la familia,” dijo Jim Timon, Vicepresidente Sénior de Entretenimiento en Universal Orlando Resort.  “Usted puede reírse y bailar con sus hijos y sus personajes favoritos y después, quedarse profundamente conmovido al ver el máximo homenaje al cine que usted podría imaginar – todo en el mismo día.”

Universal’s Superstar Parade
Las calles de Universal Studios se transformarán en un amplio escenario cuando los  personajes y las historias actuales más conocidos traigan nuevas aventuras para los visitantes alrededor del parque temático. Universal’s Superstar Parade representa una de las más grandes experiencias jamás creadas en el parque temático, con un desfile diario a lo largo de las calles de Universal Studios. La parada cuenta con sofisticadas carrozas temáticas, centenas de personajes animados y espectaculares actuaciones de música. Los momentos inolvidables incluyen los de Gru, sus hijas y Vector de la popular aventura animada Mi Villano Favorito (Despicable Me) bailando al ritmo de “Boogie Fever”, Bob Esponja Pantalones Cuadrados, de Nickelodeon, llegando en su casa de ananás desde las profundidades del mar con sus amigos de Bikini Bottom, E.B. de la exitosa comedia Hop tocando batería y las actuaciones acrobáticas por personajes de Dora La Exploradora y Go, Diego, Go también de Nickelodeon. Durante todo el día, los visitantes podrán cantar y bailar con sus personajes favoritos del desfile, durante actuaciones especiales en lugares predeterminados.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories
El nuevo show es un homenaje a los 100 años de Universal en la historia del cine, destacando algunos de los momentos más alegres, dramáticos y asombrosos de las películas más emblemáticas de Universal Pictures. Esos momentos son exhibidos con una claridad cristalina en pantallas de agua en la laguna de Universal Studios, rodeados de coloridas fuentes y fuegos artificiales, todo con una increíble banda sonora y la poderosa narración de Morgan Freeman, actor ganador del Oscar. El espectáculo llevará a los invitados en un viaje por momentos épicos del cine, llenos de héroes, situaciones de horror, risas, el triunfo del bien sobre el mal – todo sobre un fondo de luz, sonidos y efectos especiales.

Todos pueden recordar momentos especiales del cine, tales como Elliott y E.T. pedaleando enfrente de la luna en E.T: El Extraterrestre, el esfuerzo heroico de la tripulación de la Apollo 13 o el terror al ver la famosa escena de la ducha en Psicosis. El show Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular reúne esos momentos – y muchos otros más. Otras películas que hicieron historia presentadas en el show son American Pie, TheUltimatum Bourne, Jurassic Park, Perfume de Mujer, La Momia, Matar a un Ruiseñor y Rápido y Furioso.

El show nocturno Universal’s Cinematic Spectacula r- 100 Years of Movie Memories y el desfile Universal’s Superstar Parade se presentarán durante todo el año, excepto durante eventos anuales y en ocasiones especiales. Para tener más información sobre ambos espectáculos, acceda a: www.universalorlando.com.

Acerca de Universal Orlando Resort
Existen muchas maneras de disfrutar sus vacaciones en Orlando – pero solamente existe un sitio donde sus vacaciones se transforman en aventura: Universal Orlando Resort. Es un destino completamente diferente que presenta dos parques temáticos, tres hoteles magníficamente decorados y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno. Es el único destino de Orlando donde usted no sólo puede entretenerse – usted es parte del entretenimiento más emocionante que se haya creado. Puede sobrevolar Hogwarts con Harry Potter, balancearse en las calles con Hombre-Araña, luchar contra extraterrestres junto al Agente J, y ayudar a Shrek a salvar a Princesa Fiona en Shrek 4-D. En este verano, estrena Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, basada en la película “Mi Villano Favorito”.

Universal Orlando Resort está bajo la dirección y es propiedad de NBCUniversal, una de las compañías de medios yentretenimiento más importantes del mundo.

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Orlando, Flórida. (8 de Maio de 2012) – O desfile Universal’s Superstar Parade e o show noturno Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories estão sendo inaugurados hoje no Universal Orlando Resort e trazem duas novíssimas experiências de entretenimento para os visitantes do Universal.

Os novos espetáculos são os mais recentes do “Ano para Estar Aqui” do Universal Orlando – durante o qual o Universal está criando mais novas atrações do que em qualquer outro ano em sua história. O ano teve início com a estréia do novo show do Blue Man Group no Universal CityWalk, prosseguiu com a reabertura do The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man no Universal’s Islands of Adventure e terá continuidade com o lançamento, neste verão, da nova atração Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, baseada no filme Meu Malvado Favorito, no Universal Studios Florida.

O desfile Universal’s Superstar Parade apresenta uma nova forma de entretenimento interativo no Universal Studios, que associa carros alegóricos incrivelmente criativos com centenas de artistas, oferecendo ainda mais alegria e diversão. O Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories é um show noturno apresentado na lagoa central do Universal Studios, levando os visitantes a uma viagem recheada de momentos marcantes na história do cinema – provocando emoção e despertando a imaginação.

“Estamos criando momentos especiais para toda a família,” afirmou Jim Timon, Vice-Presidente Sênior de Entretenimento no Universal Orlando Resort. “Você pode rir e dançar com seus filhos e seus personagens favoritos e depois ficar profundamente comovido ao assistir à maior homenagem ao cinema que você pode imaginar – tudo no mesmo dia.”

Universal’s Superstar Parade
As ruas do Universal Studios irão se transformar em um amplo palco do tamanho do parque temático para a apresentação das histórias e personagens mais queridos do público, trazendo novas aventuras e empolgação para os visitantes em todos os lugares. O Universal’s Superstar Parade representa uma das maiores experiências interativas criadas no parque temático, com um desfile através das ruas do Universal Studios todos os dias. Contará com sofisticados carros alegóricos temáticos com partes que se erguem acima dos visitantes, com centenas de artistas cheios de energia e performances de música e dança espetaculares. Os momentos inesquecíveis são os de Gru, suas filhas e Vector, da popular aventura animada Meu Malvado Favorito (Despicable Me) dançando “Boogie Fever”; Bob Esponja, do Nickelodeon, chegando em sua casa de abacaxi direto das profundezas do mar com seus amigos de Bikini Bottom; E.B., da comédia de sucesso Hop, tocando bateria e, ainda, as performances acrobáticas de Dora & Diego, os amigos da selva, também do Nickelodeon. Durante todo o dia, os visitantes poderão cantar e dançar com seus personagens favoritos do desfile durante performances especiais em locais selecionados.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories
O novo show é uma homenagem aos 100 anos da Universal na história do cinema, destacando alguns dos momentos mais alegres, dramáticos e assombrosos dos mais emblemáticos filmes da Universal Pictures. Esses momentos são exibidos com clareza em telas d’água na lagoa do Universal Studios, cercados de fontes coloridas e fogos de artifício, tudo com uma incrível trilha sonora e a poderosa narração de Morgan Freeman, ator ganhador do Oscar. O show levará os convidados a uma viagem por momentos épicos do cinema, recheados de heróis, situações de horror, riso, o triunfo do bem sobre o mal – tudo sobre um fundo de luzes, som e efeitos especiais.

Todos podem lembrar momentos expressivos do filme, tais como Elliott e E.T. pedalando em frente à lua em E.T: O Extraterrestre, o esforço heróico da tripulação da Apollo 13 ou o terror de assistir à famosa cena do chuveiro em Psicose. O Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular captura esses momentos – e muitos outros mais. Outros filmes emblemáticos apresentados no show são American Pie, O Ultimato Bourne, Jurassic Park, Perfume de Mulher, A Múmia, O Sol é para Todos e Velozes e Furiosos.

O show noturno Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories e o desfile Universal’s Superstar Parade serão apresentados durante todo o ano, exceto por ocasião de eventos anuais e especiais. Para mais informações sobre ambos os espetáculos, visite www.universalorlando.com.

Sobre o Universal Orlando Resort
Há muitas maneiras de aproveitar suas férias em Orlando, mas há apenas um local onde as férias se transformam em aventura: o Universal Orlando Resort. É um destino único, representado por dois parques temáticos, três magníficos hotéis temáticos e um complexo de entretenimento noturno. É o único destino em Orlando onde você não é apenas entretido – você é parte do entretenimento mais emocionante jamais criado. Você pode voar por cima de Hogwarts com Harry Potter, saltar no alto das ruas com o Homem-Aranha, combater alienígenas junto com o Agent J, e ajudar Shrek a salvar a Princesa Fiona em Shrek 4-D. E neste verão: Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, baseado no filme Meu Malvado Favorito.

O Universal Orlando Resort pertence e é operado pela NBCUniversal, uma das empresas líderes mundiais em mídia e entretenimento.

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Orlando, Fla. (May 8, 2012) – Universal’s Superstar Parade and Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories officially opens today at Universal Orlando Resort – bringing two brand-new kinds of entertainment experiences to Universal’s guests.

The new experiences are the latest in Universal Orlando’s “Year to be Here” – during which Universal is creating more new entertainment experiences across its entire destination than any other year in its history.  The year began with a newly enhanced Blue Man Group Show at Universal CityWalk, continued with the high-tech re-launch of The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and will continue with the launch of the new Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction at Universal Studios Florida this summer.

Universal’s Superstar Parade brings an entirely new form of entertainment to Universal Studios that combines wildly creative floats with hundreds of performers to create whole new levels of fun and excitement. Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories is a nighttime show that unfolds across Universal Studios’ central lagoon, taking guests on a journey filled with powerful movie moments – stirring both emotion and imagination.

“We are creating special moments for the entire family,” said Jim Timon, Senior Vice President of Entertainment for Universal Orlando Resort.  “You can laugh and dance with your children and their favorite characters and then be completely moved as you watch the most powerful tribute to film you could imagine – all in the same day.”

Universal’s Superstar Parade
The streets of Universal Studios will transform into a theme-park-wide performance stage as today’s most beloved stories and characters bring new adventure and excitement to guests everywhere.  Universal’s Superstar Parade is one of the largest entertainment experiences the theme park has ever created and will make its way through the streets of Universal Studios every day.  It will feature elaborately themed floats that tower above guests, hundreds of energetic street performers and spectacular music and dance performances.  Unforgettable moments include Gru, his daughters and Vector from the blockbuster animated adventure Despicable Me dancing to “Boogie Fever,” Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob arriving in his pineapple home from under the sea with his friends from Bikini Bottom, E.B. from the hit comedy Hop playing the drums and acrobatic performances by characters from Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego, Go! Throughout the day, guests will be able to sing and dance with their favorite characters from the parade during special performances at select locations.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories
The new show is a tribute to Universal’s 100 years of film-making history, highlighting some of the most fun, dramatic, awe-inspiring moments from Universal Pictures’ most iconic films. These moments are shown in crystal-clear clarity on huge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios Lagoon, surrounded by colorful fountains and pyrotechnics, all against an incredible musical score and a powerful narration by Academy Award-winning actor Morgan Freeman. The show will take guests on a journey of epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good versus evil and triumph – all against a backdrop of light, sound and special effects. 

Everyone can remember powerful film moments such as Elliott and E.T. riding across the moon in E.T: The Extra Terrestrial, the heroic struggle of the crew from Apollo 13 or the terror of watching the famed shower scene in Psycho. Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular captures these moments – and so many more.  Other iconic films featured in the show include American Pie, The Bourne Ultimatum, Jurassic Park, Scent of a Woman, The Mummy, To Kill a Mockingbird and The Fast and the Furious.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular - 100 Years of Movie Memories and Universal’s Superstar Parade will run year-round except during annual and special events. For more information about both experiences visit www.universalorlando.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation, but there is only one place where vacation becomes adventure:  Universal Orlando Resort. It is a unique destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex. It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you become part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. Coming this summer:  Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort is an NBCUniversal company one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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**SPECIAL EVENTS**

Cinco De Mayo at Latin Quarter
Saturday, May 5th ~ 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
-      Free admission to Latin Quarter from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
-     $7 cover charge after 8 p.m. (must be 21 or older for admission after 8 p.m.)

DJ Tina T Spinning Live at the groove
Friday, May 25^th ~ Doors open at 9 p.m.
-     Featuring DJ Tina T – the no. 1 DJ in Las Vegas for two years running!
-     $10 cover charge for ages 21 and up only
-     VIP bottle service available

Reggae Celebration at Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Saturday, May 26^th ~ 3 p.m. to 2 a.m.
-     Live music all night!
-     Authentic food and drink specials
-     Caribbean and African merchandise vendors
-     FREE admission to Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
-     $12 cover after 7 p.m. (must be 21 or older after 7 p.m.)


**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4 p.m. – 2 a.m.
-     1/2 off select appetizers from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
-     Heineken, Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
-     No cover for ladies until midnight
-     2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Free dessert with purchase of a lunch or dinner entrée
-     Simply present your Universal Orlando theme park ticket to your server
-     Limit one per table

the groove
Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE. Box office open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
-     May 3 ~ Hard Rock Live Presents The Fray with Jessie Baylin
-     May 6 ~ WJRR 101.1 Presents Megadeth with Lacuna Coil
-     May 7 ~ Hard Rock Live presents Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators
-     May 8 ~ Hard Rock Live Presents Ziggy Marley
-     May 13 ~ Hard Rock Live Presents Chris Cornell Solo Acoustic
                ** Rescheduled from November 4 – Tickets from original date will be honored
-     May 18 ~ Hard Rock Live Presents Lisa Lampanelli
-     May 27 ~ Hard Rock Live Presents K.D. Lang

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at the Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Monday – Saturday on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
Happy Hour ~ Monday – Friday 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
-     Daily beer and drink specials
-     Kentucky Derby Watch Party Mint Julep Specials All Day
-     Kids Eat Free with purchase of adult entrée Wednesdays and Fridays
-     Half off appetizers for Happy Hour
-     Showcasing NHL, MLB, UFC and all live events
-     Special offer for annual pass holders
-     Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and college football merchandise

NBA City
Happy Hour ~ Daily 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Game Day Specials

Pastamore
$9.95 Kid’s Buffet every night

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
-     2 for 1 Hurricanes (excludes souvenir glass)
-     2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8 p.m. – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Entertainment
The Leonard Brother ~ Thursday
Herb Williams Band ~ Friday & Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
May 18 ~ Battleship
June 1 ~ Snow White & The Huntsman
**Dates and times subject to change

ORLANDO, Fla. (April 30, 2012) – Universal Orlando Resort is offering incredible value this spring and summer, plus special, new dining experiences that will give guests and their families moments and memories to last a lifetime.

The vacation package and the new dining program come just in time for guests to experience all of the new entertainment coming to Universal Orlando in 2012.  For example, starting May 8 guests can enjoy two all-new entertainment experiences at Universal Studios Florida: Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories and Universal’s Superstar Parade.

Visit Universal Orlando This Summer!
Explore all of the exhilarating rides and attractions in both Universal Orlando theme parks with a vacation package starting at $899 per family of four, tax inclusive.  The package includes:

• Four night accommodations at a nearby Universal Partner Hotel
• 3-Day Base Ticket to both Universal Orlando theme parks
• Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and, for a limited time, The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man (valid for travel through June 30)
• Breakfast at Three Broomsticks inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – one per person
• Access to live entertainment at Universal CityWalk
• Free scheduled transportation between the hotel and Universal Orlando Resort

All-New Dining Program at Universal Studios Florida
Guests can add two new, extraordinary dining options to their vacation package – each designed to create memorable experiences for the entire family from day to night.

Universal’s Superstar Character Breakfast starts with a breakfast experience filled with smiles, laughter and long-lasting memories. Children of all ages will be joined by some very special friends: the stars from the new Universal’s Superstar Parade. Guests will be able to share special moments with their favorite characters, such as creating mayhem with the minions from the blockbuster animated adventure Despicable Me, posing for a photo with Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants and getting a coveted autograph from Dora & Diego.  Later that day, guests will feel like celebrities as they get special VIP viewing access to enjoy Universal’s Superstar Parade – an all-new entertainment experience that features larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology, hundreds of energetic street performers along with some of today’s most beloved animated characters.

To cap off the evening, Universal’s Cinematic Dining Experience offers a unique way to enjoy Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular.  Guests will start off the night with a delicious meal at Lombard’s Seafood Grille, located along the picturesque Universal Studios lagoon.  Later that evening, guests will enjoy dessert in an exclusive area at the restaurant’s waterfront boardwalk, where the entire family will share a spectacular view of Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, featuring some of the best, most inspiring, emotion-filled moments in film history.  The new show is a tribute to Universal’s 100 years of film-making history.  It will highlight some of the most fun, dramatic, awe-inspiring moments from Universal Picture’s most iconic films – shown in crystal-clear clarity on huge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios lagoon.  The show will take guests on a journey of epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good versus evil and triumph – all against a backdrop of light, sound and special effects. 

Universal’s Superstar Character Breakfast will be available for guests to experience starting on June 15, for $26.99 per adult and $10.99 per child; Universal’s Cinematic Dining Experience begins on June 1 and is available for $44.99 per adult and $12.99 per child. Guests can add both of these amazing experiences to any Universal Orlando vacation package starting today.

Universal’s Superstar Parade and Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular are part of the new entertainment experiences debuting during the “Year to Be Here” at Universal Orlando.  Earlier this year, in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man attraction re-launched with all-new 4K high definition animation, a new music score and new high-tech 3-D glasses.  In addition, the Blue Man Group show in Universal CityWalk has taken its unique and captivating brand of live entertainment to another level, with a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences. 

For more information about Universal Orlando Resort’s vacation packages and the new dining program, visit www.universalorlando.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation, but there is only one place where vacation becomes adventure:  Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a unique destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you become part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. Coming this summer:  Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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WHAT:
Harbor Nights, a wine tasting, food and jazz event set outside on the picturesque Harbor Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel will feature a special guest performance by Orlando’s Ashley De La Rosa, plus live jazz by Johnny Cool and the Mobster Swing Band.

View the menu and wine-list on-line at http://bit.ly/HN0412menu.

WHEN:
Friday, April 27, from 6:30 - 9:00 pm
(Ashley De La Rosa performance at 7:20 pm)

WHERE:
Harbor Piazza
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7880

TICKETS*:
Tickets are $45 on-line or $55 at the door. Limited reserved seating tickets are $75 on-line only and include reserved seating area, private wine station, passed hors d'oeuvres and all the benefits of a regular Live From Loews Harbor Nights ticket.

To purchase tickets, log onto http://ticketf.ly/HNp12t.

For more information, call 407-503-1200 or e-mail portofinoconcierge@loewshotels.com.
 

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About Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando:  A re-creation of the famed Mediterranean seaside resort village, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is the premier luxury resort at Universal Orlando.  Offering the utmost in European style and elegance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is one of three themed, on-site Loews hotels.  Featuring 750 rooms and suites, exceptional dining and a wealth of recreation, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel has been honored among the finest hotels in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine and Conde Nast Traveler.

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ORLANDO, Fla. (April 17, 2012) – Universal Orlando Resort is unveiling an exclusive Florida residents offer, just in time for guests to experience the next round of new entertainment being created at Universal Orlando during 2012.

Universal Orlando’s new Third Day Free offer gives Florida residents a 2-day, 2-park ticket plus a third day free for only $99 – giving them more value and more time to enjoy everything Universal Orlando has to offer – including the newly re-launched, The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man attraction. They will also be among the first to experience Universal’s Superstar Parade and Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Universal’s Islands of Adventure now features all-new 4K digital high definition animation, a new music score and new high-tech 3-D glasses. And starting May 8, guests can enjoy two all-new entertainment experiences coming to Universal Studios: Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular and Universal’s Superstar Parade.

Narrated by Academy Award®-winning actor Morgan Freeman, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular celebrates Universal Pictures’ iconic films. The most powerful and emotional moments will be shown in crystal-clear clarity on cutting-edge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios lagoon – surrounded by colorful, dramatically synchronized fountains and pyrotechnics, all set to a memorable musical score. The experience will take guests on a journey through epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good versus evil and triumph.

Universal’s Superstar Parade will offer an entirely new form of interactive entertainment that will give guests and entire families the opportunity to join in the fun with some of their favorite characters – including the minions from the blockbuster animated adventure Despicable Me, E.B. from the hit comedy Hop, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora & Diego. The parade features larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology and hundreds of energetic street performers.

Tickets must be purchased online by May 31 and used by June 30. For more information about Universal Orlando Resort’s Third Day Free offer, visit www.universalorlando.com.

Florida residents can also take advantage of a new special offer from Blue Man Group which will save them up to $35 off regular adult ticket prices.  Child prices continue to start at $29.  This offer is valid for all performances from April 16, 2012 through June 17, 2012.  The newly re-launched Blue Man Group show combines new music, new technology and a new finale with their classic comedy and multimedia theatrics to produce a totally unique form of entertainment.  For more information about Blue Man Group at Universal Orlando Resort – or to purchase tickets – visit www.universalorlando.com/blueman.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation, but there is only one place where vacation becomes adventure:  Universal Orlando Resort. It is a unique destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex. It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you become part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. Coming this summer:  Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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ORLANDO, Fla. (April 10, 2012) – This June, Universal Orlando Resort’s 2012 Summer Concert Series will feature a diverse lineup of powerhouse performers, beginning with some of the biggest names in the music business. Orlando’s hottest summer event will kick off with live concerts by the talented cast of Nickelodeon’s hit TV series, “Victorious,” on Sat., June 9, and rock bands ZZ Top and 3 Doors Down on Sat., June 16.  Additional performing acts will be announced at a later date.

Cast of “Victorious” To Perform June 9
The cast of Nickelodeon’s smash hit TV series, “Victorious,” will get the party started at Universal Studios Florida on June 9. Theme park guests will also have the opportunity to preview upcoming episodes and participate in live Q&A sessions with members of the cast.  The event will culminate with an incredible music performance by the entire cast – including Victoria Justice, who plays the show’s main character, Tori Vega.

Currently in its third season, “Victorious” follows teenager Tori Vega as she navigates life at Hollywood Arts, a prestigious performing arts high school.  The show, a co-production with Sony Music, features original songs performed by Victoria Justice and the show’s ensemble cast.  The show’s first soundtrack, “Victorious: Music from the Hit TV Show,” debuted at the no. 5 spot on the Billboard Top 200 Album chart and features the show’s theme song “Make It Shine,” as well as the hit singles "Beggin' On Your Knees," "Freak the Freak Out" and "Best Friend's Brother."  For the month of March 2012, “Victorious” ranked as the #1 show across all TV with kids 6-11 and tweens 9-14.  Most recently, the series won the Favorite TV Show award at “Nickelodeon’s 2012 Kids’ Choice Awards.”

ZZ Top and 3 Doors Down to Perform June 16
On June 16, Universal Studios will be rocked by Rock and Roll Hall of Famers ZZ Top. With more than 25 million albums sold, the multiplatinum Southern rock legends have released classic rock staples such as “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Cheap Sunglasses” and “Gimme All Your Lovin’.”  Their album, “Eliminator” achieved diamond status, and ZZ Top’s worldwide success even earned a declaration of “ZZ Top Day” in Texas, the band’s home state. Named by VH1 as one of the “100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock,” the band is currently working on their next album.

Also performing on June 16, alternative rock band 3 Doors Down will take the stage at Universal Studios. Originally from Mississippi, 3 Doors Down has scored 12 Top Ten singles, including “Kryptonite,” “Be Like That” and “Away from the Sun.” Their most recent album, “Time of My Life,” debuted in the top three on the Billboard 200.

Access to all Summer Concert Series performances is included with admission to Universal Studios Florida. On Saturday nights from June 9 to July 14, guests can top off their day of theme park thrills with a live performance by a top-name musical artist, such as the cast of “Victorious,” 3 Doors Down or ZZ Top.

For more information on this year’s event, visit http://www.universalorlando.com/Events/Summer-Concert-Series.aspx.


Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.  Coming this summer:  Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.


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WHAT:
It’s time to hit the dance floor and “Shake Your Booty” to the funky sounds of KC and The Sunshine Band this Saturday for the last night of Universal Orlando’s 2012 Mardi Gras celebration.

One of the most recognizable names in music, KC and The Sunshine Band has been bringing people to the dance floor for more than 35 years. Guests will become part of the ‘70s dance revolution as the group takes the stage with their popular disco hits such as “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s the Way (I Like It)” and “Boogie Shoes.” The group has sold more than 100 million records and earned nine Grammy nominations, three Grammy Awards and an American Music Award. KC and The Sunshine Band continue to be a major influence in the music scene as some of today’s biggest artists sample their music and introduce new generations to their groovy dance beats.

This Saturday is the last chance to experience Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras 2012 celebration. It is the biggest and most authentic Mardi Gras celebration outside the Big Easy, combining unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists.

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration is included in regular admission to Universal Studios Florida. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.
 

WHEN:
Saturday, April 14, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Saturday, April 14, 2012
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Big Al & The Heavyweights
9 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
9:30 p.m.: KC and The Sunshine Band

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WHAT:
This Saturday night, Cyndi Lauper will take guests back to the time of colorful scrunchies and leg warmers at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration.

Cyndi Lauper burst onto the scene as the 80’s “it girl” with her first album, “She’s So Unusual,” which won her a Grammy award for Best New Artist.  The album’s most notable hits include “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.”  With the success of that album, Lauper became the first female artist in history to have five Top Ten singles from a debut album.  Since then, Lauper’s  been nominated for 14 Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, two American Music Awards, seven American Video Awards and 18 MTV Awards.  Her most recent album, “Memphis Blues,” debuted in 2010 at No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Albums Chart.

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests are rocking out this spring to some of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. For upcoming headliner line-up, see below.
 

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration is included in regular admission to Universal Studios Florida. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.


WHEN:
Saturday, April 7, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Saturday, April 7, 2012
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Rockin’ Jake
9 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
9:30 p.m.: Cyndi Lauper

MORE INFORMATION:
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WHAT:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's Velvet Sessions lobby concert series continues in April with Lit performing their hits "My Own Worst Enemy," "Miserable," "Zip-Lock," "Lipstick And Bruises," "Over My Head," "Addicted" and more.

Velvet Sessions is Hard Rock Hotel’s special rock 'n' roll cocktail party and lobby concert held the last Thursday of the month (January through October).  Log onto VelvetSessions.com to buy your tickets and receive monthly updates on who’s playing.

A Velvet Sessions ticket includes: FREE specialty drinks, finger foods and warm-up tunes from 6:30 pm until show time, cash bars and live band from show time onward and complimentary valet parking*.  Plus, after the show, a DJ plays tunes in Velvet Bar until 1:00 am.

Velvet Sessions is a 21 and older event.

WHEN:
Thursday, April 26, 2012, at 6:30 pm

WHERE:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7834

TICKETS**:

Velvet Sessions tickets are $29 on-line or $35 at the door. Limited VIP tickets are $50 on-line only and include all the benefits of a regular Velvet Sessions ticket, plus access to a special viewing area with private bar.

Purchase tickets on-line and receive early entry at 6:00 pm.

To purchase tickets and for more information, log onto VelvetSessions.com or call 407-503-2401.

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:
The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

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*Complimentary and special parking rates not valid for overnight hotel guests. **Velvet Sessions is a separately ticketed event; ticket prices include Florida sales tax at 6.0% and Orange County discretionary sales surtax at 0.5%; on-line ticketing fees apply. Dates, activities and entertainment subject to change without notice. Cameras are not permitted at Velvet Sessions. Hard Rock Hotel © Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.
 
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Orlando, Fla. (April 3, 2012) – Universal Orlando has set a joint grand opening date for two new spectacularly entertaining guest experiences.  The new Universal’s Superstar Parade and Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories will have their grand opening on May 8.

Both experiences follow this year’s re-opening of The Blue Man Group Show, the re-launch of The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and the opening of the new Hollywood Drive-In Miniature Golf experience at Universal Citywalk.  They will be followed by this summer’s launch of Universal Orlando’s newest blockbuster ride – Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories will present some of the world’s best and most popular films in an innovative, high-tech symphony of imagery, light, sound and special effects.  The show highlights some of the most fun, dramatic, awe-inspiring moments from nearly 200 films – representing approximately 300 Academy Award nominations and 100 Academy Award winners.

Narrated by Academy Award-winning actor and Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille honoree Morgan Freeman, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular celebrates Universal Pictures’ most iconic films. Their most powerful moments will be shown in crystal-clear clarity on cutting-edge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios lagoon -- surrounded by colorful, dramatically synchronized fountains and pyrotechnics and all against a powerful musical score.  The experience will take guests on an emotional journey through epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good vs. evil and triumph. The new show will run year-round except during annual and special events.

Universal’s Superstar Parade will offer an entirely new form of interactive entertainment that will give guests and entire families the opportunity to join in the fun.  Some of today’s most beloved characters and stories will bring new adventure to the streets of Universal Studios during the parade, an all-new show experience that features larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology and hundreds of energetic street performers. Guests will get to sing and dance along with their favorite characters including the minions from the blockbuster animated feature Despicable Me, E.B. from the hit comedy, Hop, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora & Diego. Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy performances and character meet-and-greets prior to the parade at select locations throughout the day.

About Universal Orlando Resort There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation, but there is only one place where vacation becomes adventure:  Universal Orlando Resort. It is a unique destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex. It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you become part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. Coming this summer:  Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.

Universal Orlando Resort is an NBCUniversal company. 

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**SPECIAL EVENTS**

Mardi Gras After-Party at Universal CityWalk
Saturdays and Select Nights Until April 14^th

• Free admission to Universal CityWalk nightclubs with a Mardi Gras ticket
• Add VIP Access to Pat O’Brien’s for $20 per person, which includes drink specials, light appetizers, and more

**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4 p.m. – close

• 1/2 off select appetizers from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9 p.m. – close

• No cover for ladies until midnight
• 2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Free dessert with purchase of a lunch or dinner entrée

• Simply present your Universal Orlando theme park ticket to your server
• Limit one per table

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9 p.m. to close
- Free admission until 10 p.m.
- $7 cover after 10 p.m.; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE

• April 12 ~ AEG Live presents Daughtry with special guests Safetysuit & Mike Sanchez
• April 13 ~ Hard Rock Live & AEG Live present Kevin James
• April 19 ~ Hard Rock Live presents An Evening with the Gipsy Kings
• April 20 ~ Hard Rock Live presents The Fresh Beat Band

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at the Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Monday – Saturday on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
Happy Hour ~ Monday – Friday 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

• Daily beer and drink specials
• Half off appetizers for Happy Hour
• Showcasing NCAA Final Four, NHL, MLB, UFC and all live events
• $5 32 oz. Miller Lite on Tailgate during Mardi Gras
• Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and college football merchandise

NBA City
Happy Hour ~ Daily 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Game Day Specials

Pastamore
$9.95 Kid’s Buffet every night

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

• 2 for 1 Hurricanes (excludes souvenir glass)
• 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8 p.m. – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Entertainment
The Leonard Brother ~ Thursday
Herb Williams Band ~ Friday & Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
April 6 ~ American Reunion
April 27 ~ The Five-Year Engagement
**Dates and times subject to change

WHAT:
The ultimate street party continues this weekend at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras with two amazing performances by pop rock band Plain White T’s and Latin star Prince Royce.

On Friday, pop sensation Plain White T’s brings their unique musical style to the Music Plaza stage. They scored their first platinum hit with “Hey There Delilah,” which topped Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and received two Grammy nominations. Additional hits include “1, 2, 3, 4” and “Our Time Now,” and their most recent platinum single, “Rhythm of Love,” has sold more than 1 million copies.

With a new album set to be released in April, Grammy-nominated bachata artist Prince Royce will bring his signature Latin rhythms to the Music Plaza stage on Saturday, March 31. Royce’s debut album features several chart-topping hits including “Corazón Sin Cara” and “Stand By Me,” both reaching the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Tropical Songs chart.

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests are rocking out this spring to some of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. For full headliner line-up, see below.

 

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration is included in regular admission to Universal Studios Florida. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras

WHEN:
Friday, March 30, 2012 & Saturday, March 31, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Friday, March 30, 2012
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Soul Project
8 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
8:30 p.m.: Plain White T’s

Saturday, March 31, 2012
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Soul Project
9 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
9:30 p.m.: Prince Royce

MORE INFORMATION:
Media Site: http://media.universalorlando.com
Mardi Gras Site: http://www.universalorlando.com/mardigras

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(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Florida’s Biggest Christian Music Festival Returns With Some of Christian Rock’s Hottest Bands, Featuring Performances by Skillet, Newsboys, Switchfoot, Jeremy Camp and More

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 26, 2012) – On September 7 and 8, some of the most exciting bands in Christian rock will come together for Rock the Universe 2012 at Universal Orlando – Florida’s biggest Christian music festival.

This year’s line-up features some of the most popular names in Christian rock.  More than a dozen hit bands will take the stage, including Skillet – which was awarded a Billboard Music Award for “Top Christian Album” in 2011; four-time Grammy-nominated band Newsboys; rock group Switchfoot, which has sold millions of albums worldwide; and three-time Dove award winner Jeremy Camp. The full line-up is below.

 

Guests will also enjoy an exciting Fan Zone presented by Coca-Cola including live music by up-and-coming acts Everfound and We As Human, autograph sessions with the bands, karaoke and band merchandise.  Guests will also experience a Saturday night candle lighting service featuring Tenth Avenue North, guest speakers and more.

Plus, guests will enjoy the thrilling attractions only found at Universal Studios Florida.  They can rock out to hit songs at 65 mph on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, laugh along with America’s favorite animated family on The Simpsons Ride and speed through the darkness on the world’s first psychological thrill ride – Revenge of the Mummy.

For more details about Rock the Universe 2012, visit www.RocktheUniverse.com or call 1-866-RTU-INFO (1-866-788-4636).

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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ORLANDO, FL – (March 20, 2012) – Chefs at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando have created Easter Sunday brunch experiences, with menus to please the palate and family-friendly entertainment.

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando offers a taste of 'la dolce vita' - the sweet life - complete with a strolling musician during their Easter champagne brunch from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm.  Trattoria del Porto will be serving an all-you-can eat brunch with smoked New York strip, roasted leg of lamb, roasted pork loin, mahi mahi, seared chicken, create-your-own pasta station, plus signature desserts and pastries.  Children can meet Universal characters and enjoy a face painter, balloon artist and special children’s activity table.  Adults: $58.00 ~ Children ages 4 - 12: $26.00 (ages 3 and under complimentary).

Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando offers a tropical paradise setting for Easter Sunday.  Their champagne brunch in Islands Dining Room from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm will feature islands music and hula dancers, along with an all-you-can eat brunch featuring smoked prime rib, roasted leg of lamb, stuffed chicken breast, omelet and waffle station, seafood raw bar, stir fry and sushi stations and an array of freshly-baked desserts.  Children can meet the Easter bunny and Universal characters and be entertained by a face painter and balloon artist.  Adults: $52.00 ~ Children ages 4 - 12: $26.00 (ages 3 and under complimentary).

Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando will cue up an Easter brunch with a touch of rock 'n' roll attitude in The Kitchen restaurant from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.  The hits will include New York sirloin, baked ham, rotisserie chicken, omelet station, special kids items for the 'lil rockers and a mouth-watering dessert station.  Kids can meet the Easter bunny and visit the restaurant's "kids only" pancake and cupcake decorating station.  Adults: $42.00 ~ Children ages 4 - 12: $16.00 (ages 3 and under complimentary).

For reservations, call 407-503-DINE (3463) or log onto OpenTable for reservations at:

    - http://bit.ly/OTPTDP for Trattoria del Porto at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
    - http://bit.ly/OTRIDR for Islands Dining Room at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
    - http://bit.ly/OTHKIT for The Kitchen restaurant at Hard Rock Hotel
 

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About Loews Hotels and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  As part of a joint venture with Universal Parks and Resorts and Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Loews Hotels co-owns and manages three distinctively themed on-site hotels at Universal Orlando Resort.  Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is a re-creation of the famed Mediterranean seaside village of Portofino, Italy and offers the utmost in European style and elegance.  Loews Royal Pacific Resort transports guests to the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific with a serene orchid garden, sparkling waterfalls and exquisite wood carvings.  Hard Rock Hotel features a sweeping California mission-style façade, a palm-lined swimming pool and authentic rock 'n' roll memorabilia.  All three properties are AAA Four Diamond-rate resorts.

About Universal Orlando Resort:  There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation - but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It's the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained - you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous - and be extraordinary.

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WHAT:
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras continues this weekend with hip-hop phenomenon B.o.B and double-platinum pop rock band Hot Chelle Rae.

On Friday, March 23, pop rock sensation Hot Chelle Rae hits the Music Plaza Stage.  The band was awarded “Sprint New Artist of the Year” at the 2011 American Music Awards.  Hot Chelle Rae’s current album, “Whatever,” features the hit single, “Tonight Tonight,” which reached the number seven spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

On Saturday, March 24, Grammy-nominated rapper, singer-songwriter and record producer B.o.B will perform live for Mardi Gras guests.  B.o.B’s hits include “Nothin’ on You,” “Magic” and “Airplanes.”  During his career, he’s collaborated with music stars, including Bruno Mars, Eminem and Paramore’s Hayley Williams.  B.o.B’s second album, “Strange Clouds,” is set to be released this May.

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests are rocking out this spring to some of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. For full headliner line-up, see below.

 

ORLANDO, FL – (March 8, 2012) – Chefs at Loews Royal Pacific Resort are creating a brunch that fits perfectly with what Sundays are meant to be: a time to relax, unwind, enjoy a good meal and spend time with family and friends.  Sunday Brunch at the Wantilan launches March 11 and continues through June 24* in the outdoor Wantilan Pavilion.

“We set out to create a brunch experience that is laid back and fun, while featuring a delicious, chef-inspired selection on the buffet,” says General Manager Larry Beiderman. “People can come in their shorts, bring the kids and enjoy live music while they relax in our tropical paradise.”

The new Sunday brunch takes place in the hotel’s Polynesian-themed outdoor Wantilan pavilion, designed to reflect the natural beauty of the South Pacific and the graciousness of island hospitality.  Featured buffet items include roasted Hawaiian honey-glazed ham, sesame-crusted salmon, spiced chicken breast, potato hash with eggs sunny side up, Tahitian French toast, Applewood smoked bacon, Portuguese sausage, salads, desserts, champagne or mimosas, plus a children’s buffet with kid-friendly favorites.  Live entertainment traces the roots of Hawaiian music and dance, and encourages the audience to take part.

View the Sunday Brunch at the Wantilan menu at http://bit.ly/SBW12menu.

Registration begins at noon, with brunch and live music from 12:30 – 2:00 pm.  Reservations can be made by phone at 407-503-DINE (3463) or on-line at http://bit.ly/OTRWL.

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About Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando:
Loews Royal Pacific Resort transports guests to the isles of the South Pacific in minutes and without traveling halfway around the world.  This AAA Four Diamond property opened in June 2002 and is the largest on-site hotel at Universal Orlando.  With 1,000 rooms and suites and the largest lagoon-style pool in the city of Orlando, Loews Royal Pacific Resort immerses guests in the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific.  The hotel is connected to its sister on-site hotels – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Hard Rock Hotel – as well as Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and CityWalk by a scenic waterway.

About Universal Orlando Resort:
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

*Excludes Sunday, April 8, 2012.  Dates, activities and entertainment subject to change without notice. © 2012 Universal Rank Hotel Partners. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved.  Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.

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WHAT:
The party continues this weekend at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras with a chart-topping double header featuring rap superstar J. Cole and pop rock sensation Sugar Ray.

On Friday, March 16, Grammy-nominated rap artist J. Cole will take center stage with his smooth and unique style which has earned him the reputation of the next game-changing rapper. The first rap artist signed to Jay-Z’s label Roc Nation, Cole gained notoriety with the release of his debut album “Cole World: The Sideline Story” featuring the platinum hit, “Work Out.” His album debuted at No.1 on the US Billboard 200, Top R&B Albums and Top Rap Albums charts and earned him the 2011 Grammy Nomination for Best New Artist.

On Saturday, March 17, guests will dance to the pop rock beats of Sugar Ray. The band’s music dominated the 90s with its two platinum certified albums “Floored” and “14:59.” Some of their top hits include “Fly,” which reached No. 1 on the US Billboard’s Top 100 list, “Someday” and “Every Morning.”

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests are rocking out this spring to some of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. For full headliner line-up, see below.
 

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration is included in regular admission to Universal Studios Florida. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras

WHEN:
Friday, March 16, 2012 & Saturday, March 17, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Friday, March 16, 2012
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Lil’ Brian and The Zydeco Travelers
8 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
8:30 p.m.: J. Cole

Saturday, March 17, 2012
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Lil’ Brian and The Zydeco Travelers
8 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
8:30 p.m.: Sugar Ray

MORE INFORMATION: 
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Orlando, Fla. (13 de março de 2012) – Hoje, o Universal Orlando Resort inaugurou oficialmente o Hollywood Drive-In Golf, no Universal CityWalk. Trata-se do mais novo e incrível mini-campo de golf temático da Flórida Central com 18 buracos e um circuito clássico inspirado em filmes de terror e ficção científica. Esta nova atração é o único local onde toda a família pode dar tacadas que passam pela boca de uma divertida minhoca gigante ou pelo laboratório que fica no porão de uma mansão mal-assombrada.

Para comemorar a inauguração da atração, alguns dos personagens-símbolo do Universal Orlando também vão estar presentes – incluindo Drácula, Lobisomen, Frankenstein e sua noiva – em um assustador cemitério no trecho The Haunting of Ghostly Greens. No lado oposto, agentes Men in Black e o pug Frank apresentam Invaders from Planet Putt, um trecho temático baseado nos filmes de ficção científica com “pequenos homens verdes” da década de 50.

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Projetado pela equipe do Universal Creative em parceria com o Adventure Golf Design and Development, o Hollywood Drive-In Golf está aberto ao público diariamente das 8h da manhã às 2h da madrugada. Os ingressos para jogar o circuito custam US$13.99 mais impostos para adultos e US$11.99 mais impostos para crianças (com idade de 3 a 9 anos). Para mais informações sobre o Hollywood Drive-In Golf, visite: www.UniversalCityWalk.com.

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Universal Orlando Resort abrió oficialmente el Hollywood Drive-In Golf en Universal CityWalk, una nueva experiencia de mini golf temática. Este nuevo establecimiento cuenta con dos cursos de 18 hoyos, uno basado en películas de ciencia ficción y otro en la era clásica de películas de horror. Este es el único lugar donde podrás dar el primer golpe a través de la boca de un gigantesco gusano espacial o en el sótano de un laboratorio de una casa embrujada.

Algunas de los personajes íconos de Universal Orlando se dieron cita para celebrar la gran apertura. Los monstruos clásicos de Universal, incluyendo a Drácula, El Hombre Lobo, Frankenstein y la Novia de Frankenstein, atravesaron el curso “The Haunting of Ghostly Greens”, un cementerio siniestro. En el lado opuesto, agentes de Men In Black y Frank “the Pug” jugaron en el curso “Invaders from Planet Putt”, un curso ambientado basado en la serie de películas de ciencia ficción de los “pequeños hombres verdes” de la década de 1950.

Diseñado por Universal Creative en conjunto con Adventure Golf Design and Development, el Hollywood Drive-In Golf abrirá al público todos los días desde las ocho de la mañana hasta las dos de la mañana. La tarifa para jugar un curso es de $13.99 más impuestos para adultos y $11.99 más impuestos para niños de 3 a 9 años de edad. Para más información, acceda www.CityWalkOrlando.com.

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Orlando, Fla. (March 8, 2012) – The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Universal Orlando Resort – one of the world’s most popular theme park experiences – is now even better.

Mind-blowingly better.

The attraction reopens today with all-new 4K digital high-definition animation, a new highly-sophisticated Infitec 3-D projection system, a new music score and new high-tech 3-D glasses so that guests can experience the improvements the way the attraction’s creators envisioned.  The attraction’s sets, audio system and lighting have also been upgraded.

The new animation comes to life across the attraction’s towering visual spaces – some of which are more than four stories tall and just as wide.  Live special effects such as heat blasts and water surges as well as the motion of the ride vehicle are precisely calibrated to match the animation so that riders will feel as if the entire adventure is happening to them.

As they reanimated the attraction film, the creative team added hundreds of new details and effects.  Guests will see moss swaying in the wind, rats scurrying through the streets and hear electricity arching so close it will raise the hair on the back of their necks.  And for the first time ever, Spider-Man co-creator Stan Lee will make a cameo appearance inside the attraction.  Lee was meticulously animated in 3-D and placed in more than one scene inside the new animation.

“The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man was so wonderful before,” said comic book icon and Spider-Man co-creator, Stan Lee. “But now – with all of the new technology that’s been added – it is indescribably spectacular.”

“We took an incredible theme park ride experience and made it even better,” said Thierry Coup, senior vice president of Universal Creative.  “If you have been on this attraction before, then it will seem like the first time.  If you have never been on it, then you will simply be blown away.”

Here are the top 10 unique new elements in The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man:

1. The action is more life-like than ever.  Guests will actually see the movement of the characters’ muscles and the changes in their facial expressions.
2. The new HD film animation combined with brand-new, highly sophisticated Infitec 3-D projection, allows guests to experience mind-blowing details they’ve never been able to…from the flames spewing from Hobgoblin’s pumpkins to the electricity arching through Electro’s body to the stitching on Spider-Man’s gloves.
3. Guests will experience the ride’s new details through all-new 3-D “Spider-Vision” glasses, complete with new lenses made of dichroic filters for amazing color and clarity.
4. The enhanced attraction features a new original music score.  It is the same Spider-Man theme you love – with a rockin’ twist. 
5. The ride vehicle’s audio system has been upgraded from 8-channel to 16-channel so riders will be even more immersed in the action. Guests will experience 3-D sound quality.
6. All of the film animation for The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man has been completely reanimated in 4K high-definition – that’s one of the highest HD resolutions available.
7. Every single scene in the attraction has at least one new element.
8. There are hundreds of cool new details for guests to discover in the attraction.  Lighting, sets, graphics, props and even scenic detail have been updated to further enhance the animation’s tremendous improvements.
9. Legendary comic book icon and Spider-Man co-creator Stan Lee makes a cameo appearance in the new film animation.The attraction experience continues to use the latest technology to provide guests a fully integrated and immersive experience with some of their favorite Marvel characters.

For more information about Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.universalorlando.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.
You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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Orlando, Fla. (8 de marzo de 2012) – The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man en Universal Orlando Resort, una de las atracciones más populares del mundo, ahora es aún mejor.

Asombrosamente mejor.

La atracción reabre sus puertas, con animación de alta definición digital 4K, un sofisticado sistema de proyección Infitec 3-D, una nueva banda sonora y lentes 3-D de última generación para que los visitantes vean las mejoras tal como lo soñaron los creadores de la atracción. Los escenarios, el sistema de audio y la iluminación también han sido renovados.

La nueva animación cobra vida a través de los espacios visuales destacados de la atracción, algunos de los cuales tienen más de cuatro pisos de alto y de ancho. Los efectos especiales en vivo, como brotes de calor y chorros de agua, así como el movimiento del vehículo están precisamente calibrados para combinar con la animación. De este modo, quienes van en el vehículo sienten que toda la aventura les está sucediendo a ellos.

Mientras re-animaron la película de la atracción, el equipo creativo agregó cientos de nuevos detalles y efectos. Los visitantes verán musgo moviéndose por el viento, ratas escurriéndose por las calles y escucharán el movimiento de la electricidad tan cerca que se les erizarán los pelos de la nuca. Y por primera vez, el co-creador del Hombre-Araña, Stan Lee, tendrá una aparición especial dentro de la atracción.  Lee fue animado en 3-D meticulosamente y apareció en más de una escena en la nueva animación.

“The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man era tan maravillosa antes”, dijo Stan Lee, el ícono de las historietas y co-creador del Hombre Araña. “Pero ahora, con toda la nueva tecnología que se le agregó, es indescriptiblemente espectacular”.

“Tomamos una atracción y una experiencia increíble y los hicimos aún mejor”, dijo Thierry Coup, vicepresidente sénior de Universal Creative. “Si ya ha estado en esta atracción antes, parecerá la primera vez. Si nunca ha estado en ella, simplemente lo deslumbrará”.

Estos son los 10 elementos únicos más populares en The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man:

1. La acción es más real que nunca. Los visitantes verán los movimientos de los músculos de los personajes y los cambios en sus expresiones faciales.  
2. La nueva animación de la película en HD combinada con la proyección altamente sofisticada Infitec 3-D permite que los visitantes vean detalles asombrosos que nunca antes habían podido experimentar; desde llamas saliendo de las calabazas de Hobgoblin, hasta electricidad recorriendo el cuerpo de Electro y las costuras del guante del Hombre Araña.
3. Los visitantes verán los nuevos detalles de la atracción a través de los nuevos anteojos 3D con “Spider Vision”, que incluyen lentes de filtros dicroicos para ver con increíbles colores y claridad.
4. La atracción mejorada presenta una nueva banda sonora original. Es el mismo tema del Hombre Araña que ya conoce, con un giro especial
5. El sistema de audio del vehículo ha sido modernizado de 8 canales a 16 canales. De este modo, quienes participen estarán más inmersos en la acción. Los visitantes experimentarán sonido de calidad 3-D.
6. Toda la animación de la película para The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ha sido completamente re-animada en alta definición 4K, que es una de las resoluciones en HD más altas disponibles.
7. Cada escena en la atracción tiene al menos un elemento nuevo.
8. Hay cientos de nuevos detalles fantásticos que los visitantes descubrirán en la atracción. La iluminación, los escenarios, los gráficos, los accesorios y hasta los detalles escénicos han sido actualizados para realzar más las tremendas mejoras de la animación.
9. El legendario ícono de las historietas y co-creador del Hombre Araña, Stan Lee, tendrá una aparición especial en la nueva película animada.
10. La experiencia de la atracción continúa utilizando la última tecnología para proporcionar a los visitantes una experiencia completamente integrada y cautivante con algunos de sus personajes de Marvel favoritos.

Para más información sobre Universal Orlando Resort, visite www.universalorlando.com.

Universal Orlando Resort
Existen muchas maneras de disfrutar sus vacaciones en Orlando – pero solamente existe un Universal Orlando Resort. Es un destino completamente diferente que presenta dos parques temáticos, tres hoteles magníficamente decorados y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno. Es el único destino de Orlando donde usted no sólo puede entretenerse – usted es parte del entretenimiento más estimulante que se haya creado. Puede sobrevolar Hogwarts con Harry Potter, balancearse en las calles con Spider-Man, luchar contra extraterrestres junto al Agent J, y ayudar a Shrek a salvar a Princess Fiona en Shrek 4-D. Usted puede ser valiente, extravagante – y extraordinario.

Universal Orlando Resort está bajo la dirección y es propiedad de NBCUniversal, una de las compañías de medios y entretenimientos más importantes del mundo.

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Orlando, Flórida (8 Março de 2012) – A atração The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man no Universal Orlando Resort – um dos parques temáticos mais populares do mundo – ficou ainda melhor.

Extraordinariamente melhor

A atração será reaberta hoje, com uma animação totalmente nova em alta definição 4K digital, um novo sistema de projeção Infitec 3-D altamente sofisticado, um novo repertório musical e novos óculos 3-D de alta tecnologia, de modo que os visitantes possam sentir as melhorias exatamente como os criadores da atração idealizaram.  Os cenários da atração, o sistema de áudio e a iluminação também foram aperfeiçoados.

A nova animação ganha vida através dos imponentes espaços visuais – sendo que alguns deles têm um tamanho maior do que um prédio de quatro andares, com largura proporcional. Efeitos especiais ao vivo, tais como explosões de calor e jatos de água, bem como os movimentos dos veículos usados na atração são calibrados com precisão para acompanhar a animação de modo que os visitantes possam ter a sensação de estar vivendo aquela aventura.

Ao refazer a animação da atração, a equipe de criação acrescentou centenas de novos detalhes e efeitos. Os visitantes podem admirar o musgo em cachos balançando ao vento, ratos se esquivando pelas ruas e ouvir o estrondo dos arcos voltaicos tão próximos a ponto de causar arrepios E, pela primeira vez, Stan Lee, o co-criador do Homem-Aranha, faz uma breve aparição na atração. Lee foi meticulosamente animado em 3-D e colocado em mais de uma cena na nova animação.

“O The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man era tão maravilhoso antes,” afirmou Stan Lee, o ícone das histórias em quadrinhos e co-criador do Homem-Aranha. “Mas agora – com toda a nova tecnologia que foi acrescentada – tornou-se indescritivelmente espetacular.”

“Pegamos o que já era uma atração incrível no parque temático e a tornamos ainda melhor,” afirmou Thierry Coup, Vice-Presidente Sênior do Universal Creative.  “Mesmo que você tenha ido a esta atração antes, você terá a sensação que esta é a primeira vez.  Se você nunca esteve lá, será algo de tirar o fôlego.”

Entre os destaques do The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, listamos 10 novos elementos exclusivos acrescentados à atração:

1. A ação é mais real do que nunca. Os espectadores poderão perceber até o movimento dos músculos dos personagens e as mudanças em suas expressões faciais.  
2. A nova animação do filme em alta definição, em conjunto com a novíssima e sofisticada projeção em 3-D Infitec, permite que os visitantes percebam detalhes extraordinários que nunca haviam percebido antes… desde as chamas jorrando das abóboras de Hobgoblin, passando pelo arco voltaico no corpo de Electro, até as costuras das luvas do Homem-Aranha.
3. Os visitantes poderão perceber todos os detalhes da nova atração através dos novos óculos “Spider-Vision” em 3-D, que possuem novas lentes com filtro dicroico que proporcionam cores e claridade extraordinárias.
4. A atração tem um novo repertório musical. Trata-se da mesma trilha do Homem-Aranha que você aprecia – com um twist de rock-and-roll.  
5. O sistema de áudio dos veículos usados na atração foi modernizado, passando de 8 para 16 canais, de modo a deixar os passageiros ainda mais envolvidos na ação. Os visitantes poderão apreciar uma qualidade de som em 3-D.
6. Toda a animação da atração The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man foi refeita em alta definição 4K – trata-se de uma das maiores resoluções em HD disponíveis.
7. Cada uma das cenas apresenta pelo menos um novo elemento.
8. Existem centenas de novos e incríveis detalhes a serem descobertos pelos visitantes.  Iluminação, cenários, parte gráfica, adereços e até detalhes cênicos foram atualizados para reforçar as grandes melhorias da animação.
9. O lendário ícone das histórias em quadrinhos e co-criador do Homem-Aranha, Stan Lee, aparece na nova animação.
10. A atração continua a utilizar a mais moderna tecnologia para proporcionar aos visitantes uma experiência totalmente integrada e de imersão com alguns de seus personagens Marvel favoritos.

Para mais informações sobre o Universal Orlando Resort, visite www.universalorlando.com.

Universal Orlando Resort
Existem muitas formas para você aproveitar as férias em Orlando – mas existe apenas um Universal Orlando Resort.  É um destino completamente à parte, que possui dois parques temáticos, três magníficos hotéis temáticos e um complexo de diversões noturnas. É o único local em Orlando onde você não encontra apenas entretenimento para os hóspedes – você faz parte do entretenimento mais emocionante jamais criado.
Você pode subir e flutuar acima de Hogwarts com Harry Potter, voar em disparada sobre as ruas junto com o Spider-Man, combater alienígenas junto com o Agent J, e ajudar Shrek a salvar a Princesa Fiona no Shrek 4-D.  Você pode demonstrar coragem, ousadia – e ser fora do comum.

O Universal Orlando Resort é propriedade e operado pela NBCUniversal, uma das empresas de mídia e entretenimento mais importantes do mundo.

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WHAT:
This Saturday night, guests are in for a big-time treat as Nickelodeon’s hottest music group Big Time Rush takes the stage at Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras celebration.

With millions of fans worldwide, Big Time Rush is one of today’s biggest names in music and entertainment. Their debut album “BTR” sold more than 500,000 copies and debuted at No.3 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. The group has sold more than 1.7 million digital tracks of their hit singles which include “Boyfriend,” “Big Night” and “Worldwide.” Their current album, “Elevate,” debuted in November 2011 and features the hit single “Music Sounds Better With U.”

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests are rocking out this spring to some of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. For full headliner line-up, see below.
 

WHEN:
Saturday, March 10, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Saturday, March 10, 2012
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Gravy
8 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
8:30 p.m.: Big Time Rush

MORE INFORMATION: 
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Mardi Gras Site: http://www.universalorlando.com/mardigras

MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

WHAT:
Universal Orlando Resort revealed what people around the world have been waiting to learn: The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man will reopen on Thursday, March 8 – featuring all-new stunning 4K digital high-definition animation, a rockin’ new musical score and all-new 3-D “Spider-Vision” glasses.

The enhancements will transform what is already one of the most popular theme park attractions ever created into what will feel like an all-new adventure.  The newly reanimated, high-definition experience will unfold within the attraction’s towering visual spaces. The enhancements will allow guests to experience details they’ve never been able to before – from the flames spewing from Hobgoblin’s pumpkins to the electricity arching through Electro’s body to the stitching on Spider-Man’s gloves.

Here are highlights from the must-see 3-D experience:

1. Legendary comic book icon and Spider-Man co-creator Stan Lee makes a cameo appearance in the new film animation.
2. The action is more life-like than ever.  Guests will actually see the movement of the characters’ muscles and the changes in their facial expressions. 
3. The enhanced attraction features a new original music score.  It is the same Spider-Man theme you love – with a rockin’ twist.
4. The ride vehicle audio system has been upgraded from 8-channel to 16-channel so riders will be even more immersed in the action. Guests will experience 3-D sound quality.
5. There are hundreds of cool new details for guests to discover in the attraction.  Lighting, sets, graphics, props and even scenic detail have been updated to further enhance the animation’s tremendous improvements.

And, for the first time ever, Universal Orlando is giving fans the opportunity to unlock sneak peeks of the new hi-def ride animation before the attraction reopens next week.  Click HERE to see a new piece of the reanimation and to learn how you and your readers can unlock even more.

WHEN:
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man reopens on Thursday, March 8, 2012

WHERE:
Universal’s Islands of Adventure

MEDIA CONTACT: 
Universal Orlando Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691

Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass

21 and up are welcome

**SPECIAL EVENTS**
St. Patty’s with Attitude at Pat O’Brien’s
Saturday, March 17^th ~ 12 p.m. – close
-          Bringin’ the New Orleans party to you!
-          Live Rock Band and Dueling Pianos
-          Traditional Irish food and Drink Specials
-          Stilt walkers, bead girls and more!
-          General admission: $12 plus tax per person; VIP admission: $20 plus tax per person

Mardi Gras After-Party at Universal CityWalk
Saturdays and Select Nights Until April 14^th
-          Free admission to Universal CityWalk nightclubs with a Mardi Gras ticket
-          Add VIP Access to Pat O’Brien’s for $20 per person, which includes drink specials, light appetizers, and more

**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4 p.m. – close
-          1/2 off select appetizers
-          Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9 p.m. – close
-          No cover for ladies until midnight
-          2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Free dessert with purchase of a lunch or dinner entrée ~ now through March 31, 2012
-          Simply present your Universal Orlando theme park ticket to your server
-          Limit one per table

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9 p.m. to close
- Free admission until 10 p.m.
- $7 cover after 10 p.m.; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

 
Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE
-          March 6^th ~ Hard Rock Rising-Global Battle of the Bands featuring Sci Fried, Lit Up, Dakota Black, Murderfly
-          March 9^th ~ Classic Albums Live featuring The Beatles’ “Let It Be”
-          March 11^th ~ The Wailers
-          March 13^th ~ Experience Hendrix featuring Billy Cox (of the Jimi Hendrix Experience), Jonny Lang, Robert Randolph,
           Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Eric  Johnson and more
-          March 16^th ~ Jay and Silent Bob Get Old: An Evening with Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes
-          March 17^th ~ Flynnville Train & Shanytown produced by Turi Entertainment
-          March 19^th ~ Music for Champions benefiting Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children & The TJ Martell Foundation
-          March 23^rd ~ George Lopez
-          March 24^th ~ Little Big Town benefiting Coalition for the Homeless
-          March 26^th ~ Hard Rock Rising-Global Battle of the Bands featuring WEEP, Southern Fried Genocide, Clutch City,
            Deepest Red
-          March 29^th ~ Snow Patrol with ED SHEERAN

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at the Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

 
Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

 
Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
Happy Hour ~ Monday – Friday 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
-          Daily beer and drink specials
-          Half off appetizers for Happy Hour
-          Showcasing NHL, March Madness, UFC fights and all live events
-          $1.95 Coors Light pilsner refills during all NCAA games
-          Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and college football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour ~ Daily 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Game Day Specials

Pastamore
$9.95 kids buffet every night

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
-          2 for 1 Hurricanes (excludes souvenir glass)
-          2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks


Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
-       Sunday – Thursday: 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
-       Friday and Saturday: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

 
Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8 p.m. – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

 
Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
March 2^nd ~ Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax
March 2^nd ~ Project X
March 9^th ~ John Carter
March 9^th ~ Silent House
March 9^th ~ A Thousand Words
March 16^th ~ 21 Jump Street
March 23^rd ~ The Hunger Games
March 30^th ~ Mirror, Mirror
March 30^th ~ Wrath of the Titans
**Dates and times subject to change

WHAT:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's Velvet Sessions lobby concert series continues in March with Tonic performing their hits "Open Up Your Eyes," "If You Could Only See," "You Wanted More," "Casual Affair," "Soldier’s Daughter," "Mean To Me" and more.  Velvet Sessions is Hard Rock Hotel’s special rock 'n' roll cocktail party and lobby concert held the last Thursday of the month (January through October). Log onto http://www.velvetsessions.com to buy your tickets and receive monthly updates on who’s playing.  A Velvet Sessions ticket includes: FREE specialty drinks, finger foods and warm-up tunes from 6:30 pm until show time, cash bars and live band from show time onward and complimentary valet parking*.  Plus, after the show, a DJ plays tunes in Velvet Bar until 1:00 am.  Velvet Sessions is a 21 and older event.

WHEN:
Thursday, March 29, 2012, at 6:30 pm.

WHERE:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, 5800 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32819-7834.

TICKETS:
Velvet Sessions tickets are $29 on-line** or $35 at the door. Limited VIP tickets are $50 on-line** only and include all the benefits of a regular Velvet Sessions ticket, plus access to a special viewing area with private bar.  To purchase tickets and for more information, log onto http://www.velvetsessions.com or call 407-503-2401.

High resolution image(s) available upon request.  Please contact Jennifer Hodges at jhodges@loewshotels.com.

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

Media Contact:
Jennifer Hodges,
Director of Public Relations,
407-503-9090,
jhodges@loewshotels.com

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WHAT:
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration continues well past Fat Tuesday as the chart-topping band Goo Goo Dolls lights up the Music Plaza Stage this Saturday night.

With four Grammy nominations, more than 10 million albums sold and 14 Top Ten hits including “Name,” “Slide” and “Black Balloon,” Goo Goo Dolls has become one of the most globally recognized and influential forces in pop music history. Their hit “Iris,” from the “City Of Angels” movie soundtrack, spent nearly 12 straight months on the Billboard charts and held the No. 1 position for 17 consecutive weeks.  Their current album, “Something for the Rest of Us,” debuted in 2010 and features the hit single, “Home.”

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests are rocking out this spring to some of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. For full headliner line-up, see below.
 

ORLANDO, FL (February 23, 2012) –  Guests staying at the on-site hotels at Universal Orlando Resort – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort – can now hit the links at two of Orlando’s best golf courses.  The resort’s new partner courses in the Golf Universal Orlando program feature Grand Cypress Golf Club, along with Windermere Country Club.  

A dedicated golf coordinator will assist guests with preferred tee times, complimentary club rental, free range balls and complimentary transportation to the course for groups of four or more.  “We are excited to partner with both Grand Cypress Golf Club and Windermere Country Club to offer this special benefit to our on-site hotel guests,” says Vince LaRuffa, Vice President of Resort Sales & Marketing at Universal Orlando Resort.  “This is another perk of staying on-site, in addition to Early Park Admission at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and complimentary Universal Express ride access at both theme parks.” 

With 45 holes of award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed golf, Grand Cypress Golf Club offers a truly diverse selection of Orlando golf.  The 27-hole North/South/East Course provides the ultimate test of accuracy, while the 18-hole New Course offers a Scottish links masterpiece.  Named by Golf Magazine as one of the top 100 courses you can play and by Golf World Magazine as one of the top 50 resort courses, Grand Cypress Golf Club is a distinctive and memorable golf experience.  

Featuring rolling fairways on an 18-hole championship golf course, Windermere Country Club sits between Lake Roberts and Lake Crescent in the prestigious town of Windermere.  This recently-renovated course, designed by Ward Northrup, offers undulating fairways and challenging Tiff Eagle greens and greenside bunkers, lined with majestic pine and oak trees.  Windermere Country Club offers a unique opportunity to be a “Member for a Day” at a memorable, world-class golf course.

“Two of the area’s most beautiful and challenging golf courses are just minutes away from Universal Orlando Resort,” says LaRuffa. “Our Golf Universal Orlando partner courses are an ideal complement to the one-of-a-kind hotel, theme park and dining experiences we offer our guests.”

Hotel guests wishing to enjoy the privileges of Golf Universal Orlando may contact the concierge desk before or during their stay.

About Loews Hotels and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
As part of a joint venture with Universal Parks and Resorts and Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Loews Hotels co-owns and manages three distinctively themed on-site hotels at Universal Orlando Resort.  Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is a re-creation of the famed Mediterranean seaside village of Portofino, Italy and offers the utmost in European style and elegance. Loews Royal Pacific Resort transports guests to the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific with a serene orchid garden, sparkling waterfalls and exquisite wood carvings.  Hard Rock Hotel features a sweeping California mission-style façade, a palm-lined swimming pool and authentic rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia.  All three properties are AAA Four Diamond-rate resorts.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.   You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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Media Contact:
Jennifer Hodges
Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando
407.503.9090
Jhodges@loewshotels.com

     
 

ORLANDO, Fla. – Universal Orlando’s Blue Man Group show is taking its unique and captivating brand of live entertainment to another level – complete with a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences.

The show takes guests on an incredible journey where they join the Blue Men as they discover, engage and explore the world’s obsession with cutting-edge technology.  New sections include Blue Men interacting with “GiPads” (think Gigantic iPads), a funny and perceptive look at contemporary modes of communication; and a pulsating new finale featuring an original Blue Man Group music score that will have guests jumping to their feet.

“The heart of our show is, and always has been, the Blue Man, and his inquisitive, wide-eyed take on the world,” said Chris Wink, who co-founded Blue Man Group with Phil Stanton and Matt Goldman. “Our team of artists at Blue Man Productions has created fun, even astounding new visual aspects of the show, and our music team has given us a great new sound. We are really excited to incorporate these elements into the show at Universal Orlando Resort “

“This show takes one of Universal Orlando’s most popular experiences to a whole new level,” said Alice Norsworthy, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Universal Orlando Resort.  “It’s the perfect complement to the incredible entertainment we offer at our destination.”

Several of the signature moments that have made Blue Man Group one of today’s best-loved theatrical productions remain in the show, although in most cases, they have also been updated.  And as always, the production fuses innovative theatrical spectacle with improvisation and vaudeville-inspired comedy, art, science and irresistible music performed by the Blue Man Group live band.

“Many of our audience’s favorite pieces, including ‘Paint Drumming’ and ‘Gum Balls/Marshmallows’ continue to be a part of the production – and yes, the first few rows still need to wear ponchos,” added Phil Stanton, Blue Man Group co-founder. “But we have developed some brand new elements of the show that provide a larger-than-life, rousing, interactive experience that I hope will really speak to all cultures and give some of our most devoted fans a new reason to check us out again.”

For more information about Blue Man Group at Universal Orlando Resort – or to purchase tickets – visit www.universalorlando.com/blueman.

About Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group (www.blueman.com) is a multinational media and entertainment company with theatrical and digital media operations across three continents, permanent live performance installations in six cities, an ongoing theatrical tour of the USA and Canada, as well as a highly acclaimed show on Norwegian Cruise Line's Epic.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Blue Man Group
Laura Camien
Blue Man Group Press Contact
(917) 689-3688
LauraC@blueman.com

ORLANDO, Florida. (24 de febrero de 2012) – El espectáculo de Blue Man Group en Universal Orlando está llevando su conocida y cautivante marca de entretenimiento en vivo a un nivel superior, con un nuevo entorno, nueva música, nueva tecnología y nuevas experiencias.

Estrenando hoy, 24 de febrero, el espectáculo llevará a los invitados en una jornada increíble con Blue Man Group, en la cual ellos descubren, utilizan y exploran la obsesión mundial por la más avanzada tecnología. Las nuevas secciones incluyen a los “Blue Men” interactuando con “GiPads” (piense en iPads Gigantescos), una visión divertida y perceptiva de los modos contemporáneos de comunicaciones, y un nuevo y vibrante cierre que ofrece música original de Blue Man Group que hará que los asistentes salten y se diviertan.

“La esencia de nuestro espectáculo es, y siempre ha sido, el Blue Man, y su manera siempre  curiosa de ver el mundo,” dijo Chris Wink, cofundador de Blue Man Group conjuntamente con Phil Stanton y Matt Goldman. “Nuestro equipo de artistas en Blue Man Productions ha creado diversión, y hasta nuevos y sorprendentes efectos visuales, mientras nuestro equipo de músicos nos ha dado nuevos y extraordinarios sonidos. Estamos muy entusiasmados en incorporar estos elementos en el espectáculo que presentamos en Universal Orlando Resort”.

“Este espectáculo llevará una de las atracciones más populares de Universal Orlando a un nivel completamente nuevo” dijo Alice Norsworthy, vicepresidenta ejecutiva de mercadeo y ventas de Universal Orlando Resort. “Es el complemento perfecto para todo el entretenimiento que ofrecemos”.

El espectáculo seguirá contando con muchas de las secuencias que han hecho de Blue Man Group una de las producciones teatrales más admiradas en la actualidad, aun que en la mayoría de los casos, estas secuencias también ya hayan sido renovadas. Y, como siempre, la producción ofrecerá una mezcla de un espectáculo teatral innovador con improvisación y comedia inspirada en el teatro de variedades, arte, ciencia e irresistible música ejecutada en vivo por la banda de Blue Man Group.

”Muchas de las piezas favoritas de nuestro publico, incluyendo ‘Paint Drumming’ y ‘Gum Balls/Marshmallows’, continuarán siendo parte del espectáculo– y, sí, las personas que ocupen las primeras filas deberán continuar usando capas,” agregó Phil Stanton, cofundador de Blue Man Group. “Hemos desarrollado algunos elementos absolutamente nuevos que ofrecen una experiencia amplia, interactiva, más allá de la vida cotidiana, la cual espero que hablará realmente con todas las culturas y dará a algunos de nuestros fieles admiradores una nueva razón para asistir de nuevo a nuestro espectáculo.”

Para más información sobre Blue Man Group en Universal Orlando Resort o para comprar entradas, acceda a: www.universalorlando.com/blueman.

Sobre Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group es muy conocido por sus populares espectáculos teatrales y conciertos que combinan música, comedia y multimidia teatral con el fin de producir una forma totalmente exclusiva de entretenimiento. El encantador ambiente de fiesta creado en los eventos en vivo se ha convertido en una marca registrada de la experiencia de Blue Man Group. En la actualidad, los espectáculos teatrales de Blue Man Group pueden ser vistos en Nueva York, Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Orlando, Berlín, Tokio, y en giras artísticas que recorren los Estados Unidos. Blue Man Group también puede ser visto a bordo del nuevo Norwegian Epic de la Norwegian Cruise Line – la línea oficial de cruceros marítimos de Blue Man Group.

Blue Man Group encanta a diferentes generaciones, con varios proyectos diseñados específicamente para los jóvenes, incluyendo “Making Waves”, una exhibición de turismo muy popular para los niños y la competencia nacional lanzada recientemente, “Invent an Instrument”. La música de Blue Man Group, la cual ofrece la ejecución de instrumentos fabricados a medida y con marcas propias, además de sonido de percusión, puede ser escuchada en cinco álbumes, incluyendo el álbum “Audio” nominado al Grammy, así como también en diversos proyectos de cine y televisión. A medida que crece la compañía, se mantiene fiel a su visión de ofrecer experiencias emocionantes en una variedad de mídias, estimulando el fuerte interés de una amplia gama de grupos de diversas edades y antecedentes culturales. Conozca más en: www.blueman.com.

Sobre Universal Orlando Resort
Existen muchas maneras de disfrutar sus vacaciones en Orlando – pero solamente existe un Universal Orlando Resort. Es un destino completamente diferente que presenta dos parques temáticos, tres hoteles magníficamente decorados y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno. Es el único destino de Orlando donde usted no sólo puede entretenerse – usted es parte del entretenimiento más estimulante que se haya creado. Puede sobrevolar Hogwarts con Harry Potter, balancearse en las calles con Spider-Man, luchar contra extraterrestres junto al Agent J, y ayudar a Shrek a salvar a Princess Fiona en Shrek 4-D. Usted puede ser valiente, extravagante – y extraordinario.

Universal Orlando Resort está bajo la dirección y es propiedad de NBCUniversal, una de las compañías de medios y entretenimientos más importantes del mundo.

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Información para la prensa:
Universal Orlando Resort
Relaciones Públicas de Universal Orlando Resort (1) (407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Blue Man Group
Laura Camien
Blue Man Group Press Contact
(1) (917) 689-3688
LauraC@blueman.com

ORLANDO, Flórida (23 de fevereiro de 2012) – O show do Blue Man Group no Universal Orlando está trazendo suas características de entretenimento ao vivo e o carisma de sua marca para um novo nível – um espetáculo completo com um novo ambiente para o show, nova música, nova tecnologia e novas experiências.

O novo show será lançado nesta sexta-feira, dia 24 de fevereiro, e levará o público a uma jornada incrível com o Blue Man Group enquanto eles descobrem, usam e exploram a obsessão mundial com a tecnologia de última geração. As inovações do espetáculo incluem os “Blue Men” interagindo com “GiPads” (semelhantes a iPads gigantescos), com um olhar perspicaz e divertido sobre as formas de comunicação contemporâneas e um novo e vibrante final incluindo uma música original do Blue Man Group que vai fazer com que o público pule e se divirta.

“A essência do nosso show é, e sempre foi, o Blue Man e sua maneira aberta e sempre curiosa de olhar o mundo”, disse Chris Wink, co-fundador do Blue Man Group com Phil Stanton e Matt Goldman. “Nosso time de artistas na Blue Man Productions tem criado diversão e novos efeitos visuais ainda mais surpreendentes; e nossa equipe de músicos nos deu um novo som fantástico. Estamos muito felizes por incorporar estes elementos ao show que apresentamos no Universal Orlando Resort”.

“Este show levará uma das atrações mais populares do Universal Orlando para um outro patamar,” disse Alice Norsworthy, vice presidente executiva de marketing e vendas do Universal Orlando Resort. “É o complemento perfeito para todo o entretenimento que oferecemos”.

Muitas das sequências que tornaram o Blue Man Group uma das produções teatrais mais amadas da atualidade continuarão no show, apesar de, na maioria dos casos, estas sequências também já terem sido renovadas. E, como sempre, a produção vai unir um espetáculo teatral inovador com improviso e comédia de inspiração vaudeville, arte, ciência e uma música irresistível tocada ao vivo pela banda do Blue Man Group.

“Muitos dos trechos favoritos do público, incluindo ‘Paint Drumming’ e ‘Gum Balls/Marshmallows’ vão continuar a fazer parte do show – e sim, as pessoas sentadas nas primeiras filas terão que vestir capas de plástico”, completou Phil Stanton, co-fundador do Blue Man Group. “Temos desenvolvido novos elementos que oferecem uma experiência ampla, instigante e interativa, que espero possa falar com todas as culturas e dar a alguns dos nossos fãs mais fiéis uma nova razão para conferir o espetáculo outra vez”.

Para mais informações sobre o Blue Man Group no Universal Orlando Resort ou para comprar ingressos,  visite www.universalorlando.com/blueman.

Sobre o Blue Man Group
O Blue Man Group é muito conhecido por seus populares shows teatrais e concertos que combinam música, comédia e multimídia teatral para produzir uma forma totalmente única de entretenimento. O delicioso clima de festa criado nas apresentações ao vivo tem sido uma marca registrada da experiência com o Blue Man Group. Atualmente, os shows teatrais do Blue Man Group podem ser vistos em Nova York, Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Orlando, Berlim, Tóquio e em tour pelos Estados Unidos. O Blue Man Group também pode ser visto no novo Norwegian Epic da Norwegian Cruise Line – a empresa de cruzeiros marítimos oficial do Blue Man Group.

O Blue Man Group agrada a diferentes gerações e possui vários projetos desenhados especialmente para o público jovem, incluindo “Making Waves”, uma popular feira de turismo para crianças, e o recém-lançado concurso nacional “Invente um Instrumento”. A música do Blue Man Group, feita com instrumentos exclusivos e com som autoral e de percussão, pode ser encontrada em cinco álbuns, incluindo o álbum “Audio”, que foi indicado ao Grammy, e, também, em vários filmes e projetos televisivos. Em sua trajetória de crescimento, o Blue Man Group tem se mantido fiel à sua visão de promover as melhores experiências em diversas mídias, atraindo grupos de todas as idades e com a mais diversificada bagagem cultural. Saiba mais em www.blueman.com.

Sobre o Universal Orlando Resort
Há muitas maneiras de desfrutar suas férias em Orlando - mas há apenas um Universal Orlando Resort. É um destino completamente independente, com dois parques temáticos, três hotéis temáticos magníficos e um complexo de entretenimento noturno. É o único destino de Orlando onde você não está apenas aproveitando - você é parte do entretenimento mais emocionante já criado. Você pode voar sobre Hogwarts com Harry Potter, sobrevoar os edifícios com o Homem-Aranha, lutar com aliens ao lado do agente J em Men In Black, Alien Attack, e ajudar Shrek a salvar a Princesa Fiona em Shrek 4-D. Você pode ser corajoso, ser diferente - e ser extraordinário.

O Universal Orlando Resort é propriedade e operado pela NBCUniversal, uma das empresas líderes de mídia e entretenimento.

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Informações para a imprensa:
Universal Orlando Resort
Relações Públicas do Universal Orlando Resort
+ 1 (407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Imagens adicionais do show estão disponíveis em http://media.universalorlando.com

WHAT:
This Saturday night, Diana Ross – one of the most iconic singers of all time – will take the stage at Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras celebration.

Since her music debut in the 1960s as lead singer of Motown group The Supremes, Diana Ross has become one of the most successful female artists of all time.  With more than 100 million records sold, she was recently honored at the 2012 Grammy Awards with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Throughout the course of her music career, Ross recorded 18 No. 1 hits, including “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “I’m Coming Out,” “Upside Down” and “Love Hangover.”

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights from February 11 through April 14. For full headliner line-up, see below.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests will rock out this spring to 14 of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party.
 

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration is included in regular admission to Universal Studios Florida. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

WHEN:
Saturday, February 25, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Saturday, February 25, 2012
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: John Lisi & Delta Funk
8 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
8:30 p.m.: Diana Ross

MORE INFORMATION:  
Media Site: http://media.universalorlando.com
Mardi Gras Site: http://www.universalorlando.com/mardigras

MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

WHAT:
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration continues this weekend with chart-topping pop superstar Kelly Clarkson and the smooth sounds of R&B vocal group Boyz II Men.

On Saturday Feb. 18, Grammy award-winner Kelly Clarkson will rock audiences with her powerful vocal range.  Clarkson has released nine studio albums and sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. Her most recent album, “Stronger,” debuted at No. 2 on both the Billboard Top 200 and Digital Albums charts.  The album includes the single, “Mr. Know It All,” which marks Clarkson’s ninth Top 10 hit.

On Sunday Feb. 19, four-time Grammy award-winning group Boyz II Men will hit the Music Plaza stage with their smooth and soulful sounds.  With more than 60 million albums sold worldwide, Boyz II Men is the most successful R&B group of all time. Earlier this year, the group received its very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

This year’s Mardi Gras celebration features one of the most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests will rock out this spring to 14 of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party.

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights now through April 14. For the full concert line-up, see below.
 

WHAT:
Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras celebration begins this Saturday, February 11, with The B-52s, one of the world’s most beloved party bands, performing live on the Music Plaza Stage.

The B-52s will rock the stage with their high-energy dance beats and witty hybrid punk rock sounds. For more than 30 years, they have remained one of the most popular rock bands in the world, selling more than 20 million albums and receiving three Grammy nominations. Some of their most popular hits include, “Rock Lobster,” “Roam” and the worldwide classic hit, “Love Shack.”

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. This ultimate street party runs every Saturday and select nights from February 11 through April 14. For full headliner line-up, see below.

This year’s celebration features one of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests will rock out this spring to 14 of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party.
 

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration is included in regular admission to Universal Studios Florida. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

WHEN:
Saturday, February 11, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MARDI GRAS SCHEDULE:
Saturday, February 11, 2012
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.: The Daddy Mack Blues Band
7:30 p.m.: Mardi Gras Parade Starts
8:30 p.m.: The B-52s

MORE INFORMATION:
Media Site: http://media.universalorlando.com
Mardi Gras Site: http://www.universalorlando.com/mardigras


MEDIA  CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

WHAT:
Carl Dixon, formerly of The Guess Who, will perform hits "These Eyes," "No Time," "American Woman," "No Sugar Tonight" and more at Velvet Unplugged - Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's laid back acoustic show in the lobby of the hotel.

WHEN:
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at 8:00 pm

WHERE:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7834

TICKETS:
Enjoy the show free of charge from the standing section or reserve private, intimate café-style seating - $30 for a table for two or $50 for a table for four.

Reserved tables include complimentary first round of drinks (house wine, house liquor, domestic draft beer or soda) and complimentary valet or self parking*.  Velvet Unplugged-goers in the standing room only section receive discounted parking rates of $5 self parking or $10 valet parking*.

For information or to make table reservations, call 407-503-2402 or e-mail vs2k3@loewshotels.com.

High resolution image(s) available upon request.  Please contact Jennifer Hodges at jhodges@loewshotels.com.

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

'Like' us on Facebook:  Facebook.com/HardRockHotelOrlando

Dates, times, entertainment and benefits subject to change without notice.  *Complimentary and special parking rates not valid for overnight hotel guests.  Hard Rock Hotel © Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc.  All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.

Media contact:
Jennifer Hodges
Director of Public Relations
407-503-9090
jhodges@loewshotels.com

WHAT:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando's Velvet Sessions lobby concert series continues in February with The Lemonheads performing their classic 1992 album "It's A Shame About Ray" in its entirety from start to finish.

Velvet Sessions is Hard Rock Hotel’s special rock 'n' roll cocktail party and lobby concert held the last Thursday of the month (January through October). Log onto VelvetSessions.com to buy your tickets and receive monthly updates on who’s playing.

A Velvet Sessions ticket includes: FREE specialty drinks, finger foods and warm-up tunes from 6:30 pm until show time, cash bars and live band from show time onward and complimentary valet parking*.  Plus, after the show, a DJ plays tunes in Velvet Bar until 1:00 am.

Velvet Sessions is a 21 and older event.

WHEN:
Thursday, February 23, 2012, at 6:30 pm

WHERE:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7834

TICKETS:
Velvet Sessions tickets are $29 on-line** or $35 at the door. Limited VIP tickets are $50 on-line** only and include all the benefits of a regular Velvet Sessions ticket, plus access to a special viewing area with private bar.

Now through Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - a Sessions Season Pass can be purchased to attend all Velvet Sessions lobby concerts in 2012.

To purchase tickets and for more information, log onto VelvetSessions.com or call 407-503-2401.

High resolution image(s) available upon request.  Please contact Jennifer Hodges at jhodges@loewshotels.com.

# # #

About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

'Like' us on Facebook:  Facebook.com/VelvetSessions

CAMERAS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT VELVET SESSIONS THIS MONTH. Dates, times, entertainment and benefits subject to change without notice. *Complimentary and special parking rates not valid for overnight hotel guests. **Purchase tickets on-line and receive early entry at 6:00 pm; on-line ticketing fees apply. Hard Rock Hotel © Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.
 
Media contact:
Jennifer Hodges
Director of Public Relations
407-503-9090
jhodges@loewshotels.com
 
 

ORLANDO, Fla. (February 2, 2012) – The Goo Goo Dolls and Sugar Ray will perform at Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras celebration, completing one of the most powerful musical line-ups of the event’s history. Goo Goo Dolls will rock the Music Plaza Stage at Universal Studios Florida on March 3 and Sugar Ray will do the same on March 17.

With four Grammy nominations, more than 10 million albums sold and 13 Top Ten hits including “Name,” “Slide” and “Black Balloon,” Goo Goo Dolls has become one of the most globally recognized and influential forces in pop music history. Their hit “Iris,” from the “City Of Angels” movie soundtrack, spent nearly 12 straight months on the Billboard charts and held the No. 1 position for 17 consecutive weeks.

Sugar Ray first gained fame in the music scene with the hit “Fly.”  Since then, lead singer Mark McGrath and his band mates have taken their combination of sunny pop and lightly funky hip-hop grooves and created several of the most infectious summer singles of the late ‘90s, including “Every Morning,” “Someday” and “When it’s Over.”

With the addition of Goo Goo Dolls and Sugar Ray, Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras musical line-up boasts a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold. Headliners include pop superstar Kelly Clarkson, teen sensation Big Time Rush, pop rock band Hot Chelle Rae, Grammy nominee for “Best New Artist” J. Cole and female Rock & Roll legend Cyndi Lauper.  For a complete list of this year’s performers and dates see below.

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration kicks off Feb. 11 and runs every Saturday and select nights through April 14.  The authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists. Guests can enjoy the Mardi Gras event and great theme park entertainment for the price of regular admission.

For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

 Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Holding Auditions February 4^th – 7^th For Skilled Dancers, Stilt Walkers, Drummers, Roller Skaters, Animated Character Performers and More

WHAT:          
Universal Orlando Resort is now hiring hundreds of new full-time and part-time performers to help bring to life “Universal’s Superstar Parade” – an all-new daily parade featuring larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology and high-energy performances – coming to Universal Studios Florida this spring. Opportunities are now available for a multitude of full-time, benefits-eligible roles, including talented performers such as skilled dancers, drummers, stilt walkers and animated character performers of all heights.

For more information about Universal’s Superstar Parade see attached or click here.

Universal Orlando is seeking well-rounded candidates for the following open roles:

• Dancers – male and female dancers with strong technique in multiple dance styles
• Animated Character Performers – high-energy dancers of all heights to perform choreographed routines in full character costumes
• Candidates with a “little character” in them – positions are open for animated character performers with a maximum height of 4’11”
• Drummers – skilled marching band style drummers
• Roller Skaters – male and female, skilled roller skaters able to perform choreographed routines
• Stilt Walkers – experienced male and female stilt walkers with ability to perform choreographed routines

AUDITION

INFO:
Interested candidates can learn more about available positions and schedule an audition by visiting www.UniversalAuditions.com/Orlando. All candidates should have full availability, must be at least 18 years of age and provide proof of eligibility to work within the United States.

Universal Orlando provides a fun work environment and great perks, including competitive pay rates, comprehensive benefits, free admission to the theme parks, discounts on food and merchandise and much more.

WHEN:
Auditions for these positions will be held Saturday, Feb. 4, through Tuesday, Feb.7, 2012

WHERE:
Universal Studios Florida

MEDIA

CONTACT:    Universal Orlando Public Relations
http://media.universalorlando.com / (407) 363-8220

2012 IS THE YEAR TO BE HERE!
                 
Universal Orlando Resort to Offer More New Entertainment Experiences Across the Entire Destination than During Any Other Year in its History

Universal Releases First-Ever Looks at All-New Experiences, Including Upcoming Despicable Me Attraction, New Interactive Parade and Spectacular Nighttime Show

Orlando, Fla. (Jan. 25, 2012) – This year, Universal Orlando Resort will debut more adventure, excitement, laughter and awe-inspiring moments than ever before – making 2012 an extraordinary year to be here. 

There will be something for everyone and every family.  From a new Blue Man Group show and newly re-created experience inside one of Universal Orlando’s most popular attractions to a stunning parade, spectacular nighttime show and brand-new blockbuster attraction based on an incredibly popular film – Universal Orlando Resort is bringing guests more new entertainment across our entire destination in 2012 than during any other year in our history.

The new experiences will begin debuting in February.  Guests will discover the exhilarating entertainment of a new Blue Man Group show; marvel at breathtaking new animation and effects in The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man; dance and celebrate with their favorite animated characters during Universal’s Superstar Parade and relive memorable moments from Universal Pictures most powerful and beloved films during the nighttime show Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories.  And coming this summer – families will laugh together as they are transformed into minions for an incredible adventure inside the new Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction.

Universal Orlando will also be marking the Universal Pictures Centennial Anniversary Celebration during 2012 with a series of events to be announced throughout the year.

“We are about to offer our guests a historic range of incredible new entertainment experiences,” said Alice Norsworthy, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Universal Orlando Resort.  “This year will be filled with excitement and entertainment for the entire family.”

The new 2012 experiences at Universal Orlando Resort include:

Blue Man Group ~ Opening February 2012 at Universal CityWalk
Universal Orlando’s Blue Man Group show is taking their unique and captivating mash-up of high energy music, comedy, audience participation and collective exhilaration to another level. Featuring a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences, the show will allow audiences to join the Blue Men as they discover, engage and explore the world’s obsession with cutting-edge technology.  Signature Blue Man Group moments combine with breathtakingly fun new pieces for an explosive evening of entertainment.  New show elements include the curious Blue Men interacting with enormous “GiPads,” a funny and insightful look at contemporary communication vehicles, and a pulsating new finale with an original Blue Man Group music score that will have guests jumping to their feet. Look closely – you may even see the Blue Men take a spin on one of Universal Orlando's most popular attractions.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ~ Experience March 2012 at Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando is transforming what is already one of the most amazing attraction experiences ever created into what will feel like an all-new adventure.  The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man will soon feature all-new, 4K digital high-definition animation, new high tech 3-D glasses and upgrades to the set, audio and lighting systems.  The re-animation of the ride film will include an entirely new level of detail for guests to discover, including a cameo by legendary comic book icon and Spider-Man co-creator, Stan Lee.

Universal’s Superstar Parade ~ Opening Spring 2012 at Universal Studios Florida
Some of today’s most beloved characters and stories will bring new adventure to the streets of Universal Studios during Universal’s Superstar Parade – an all-new daily parade that features larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology and hundreds of energetic street performers.  Guests will sing and dance along with characters like the minions from Despicable Me, E.B. from the hit comedy, Hop, Nickelodeon’s Dora & Diego and SpongeBob SquarePants during the interactive experience. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy performances and character meet and greets prior to the parade at select locations throughout the day.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories ~ Opening Spring 2012 at Universal Studios Florida
Narrated by award-winning actor and recent Golden Globe - Cecil B. DeMille honoree, Morgan Freeman, Universal Orlando’s brand-new nighttime show, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, will celebrate the most powerful and emotional moments from Universal Pictures’ most iconic films – all on cutting-edge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios lagoon and surrounded by colorful fountains and pyrotechnics. The experience will take guests on a journey through epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good vs. evil and triumph. The new show opens this spring, runs all summer and then on select nights through the end of the year.

Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ~ Opening Summer 2012 at Universal Studios Florida  
Universal Orlando’s newest attraction, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, will take guests on an unforgettable 3-D adventure with their favorite characters from the hit film – Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes and the mischievous minions. The experience begins when guests enter Gru’s home, where they learn that they’re being recruited to become minions and undergo “minion training.”  Things don’t go as planned, and guests find themselves on a wildly hysterical journey with Gru and his daughters.  Once guests make it through training, they join an interactive, minion-inspired dance party where they can show off their best moves.

Universal’s Creative team is working closely with Chris Meledandri’s Illumination Entertainment to bring this all-new adventure to life in the most authentic way possible.  In fact, the beloved characters in the attraction will be voiced by the film’s original cast: Steve Carell (Gru), Miranda Cosgrove (Margo), Dana Gaier (Edith) and Elsie Fisher (Agnes).  The ride’s experience is being developed by the same creative team that brought you the award-winning film, Despicable Me. The motion-picture event Despicable Me 2 arrives in theaters on July 3, 2013.

Other New Experiences Opening this Year

• Hollywood Drive-In Golf, a unique 36-hole miniature golf experience inspired by the classic drive-in movie era, will open in February at Universal CityWalk.
• A great, new immersive retail entertainment experience that will become home to SpongeBob SquarePants and other characters from the number one kids animated TV series, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants.  It will open inside Universal Studios this year.
• Minutes away from Universal Orlando, the popular Wet ‘n Wild water park will open its first interactive family water play area, this summer – allowing everyone in the family to splash and swim together.  Amidst lush, tropical landscaping, the new area will feature 15 water slides and more than 100 soakers, jets, waterfalls and water cannons - making it the largest interactive water play experience in Florida.

For more information about Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.universalorlando.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.
You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

**SPECIAL EVENTS**

The Official Jimmy Buffett Tailgate Party
Saturday, February 4^th ~ 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
-          Come party before Jimmy Buffett’s Show
-          Enjoy free shuttle service to and from the concert
-          Free Universal CityWalk parking with your concert ticket

Bob Marley’s Birthday Jam
Saturday, Feburary 25^th ~ 4:00 p.m. to close
-          Featuring Stephen Marley
-          Free admission until 7:00 p.m.
-          Must be 21 and up after 7:00 p.m.
-          Authentic Jamaican food and drink specials

Pat O’Brien’s Fat Tuesday Celebration
Tuesday, February 21^st ~ 4:00 p.m. - close
-          Celebrate “Good Times!” at Orlando’s biggest Fat Tuesday party
-          Live entertainment
-          Stilt walkers, bead girls and more
-          Food and drink specials
-          Free admission until 7:00 p.m.
-          Must be 21 and up after 7:00 p.m.

**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4pm – close
-          1/2 off select appetizers
-          Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9pm – close
- No cover for ladies until midnight
-  2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment

Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5pm – 8pm

Free dessert with purchase of a lunch entrée ~ now through February 29, 2012
-          Simply present your Universal Orlando theme park ticket to your server
-          Limit one per table

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9pm to close
- Free admission until 10pm
- $7 cover after 10pm; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE

February 3^rd ~ Hard Rock Live presents Classic Albums Live Featuring The Rolling Stones “Sticky Fingers”
February 8^th ~ Hard Rock Live presents The Might Be Giants with Jonathan Coulton
February 18^th ~ Hard Rock Live presents The Robert Cray Band with Shemekia Copeland
February 22^nd & 23^rd ~ Hard Rock Live presents Kevin Hart
February 24^th ~ Shaquille O’Neal All Star Comedy Weekend presented by Courvoisier
*Ages 18 and up only
February 25^th ~ Shaquille O’Neal All Star Comedy Weekend presented by Courvoisier
*Ages 18 and up only
February 26^th ~ Hard Rock Live presents Dennis Young
February 27^th ~ Orlando International Fringe Festival presents FAB Fringe Fundraiser 2012 featuring Toxic Audio

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at the Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5pm – 7pm
Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10pm – 2am
Complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
-          Daily beer and drink specials
-          Half off appetizers for Happy Hour
-          Showcasing Super Bowl XLVI, UFC fights and all live events
-          $1.95 Coors Light pilsner refills during all NCAA games
-          5 for $15 buckets of Miller Light and Coors Light during all NFL games
-          Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and college football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour daily ~ 4pm – 7pm and Game Day Specials

Pastamore
- $9.95 kids buffet every night

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4pm – 10pm
2 for 1 Hurricanes; 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
Sunday – Thursday: 8pm – 10pm; Friday and Saturday: 6pm – 9pm

Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8pm – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Hospitality Tuesdays ~ Tuesdays 10pm - close
Free admission for members of the hospitality industry all evening with your ID, business card or hospitality pay stub
Free parking after 10pm
$2 domestic beers, $3 premium cocktails

Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
February 3^rd ~ Big Miracle
February 10^th ~ Safehouse
February 24^th ~ Wanderlust
**Dates and times subject to change

Universal Releases First-Ever Looks at All-New Experiences, Including Upcoming Despicable Me Attraction, New Interactive Parade and Spectacular Nighttime Show

Orlando, Fla. (Jan. 25, 2012) – This year, Universal Orlando Resort will debut more adventure, excitement, laughter and awe-inspiring moments than ever before – making 2012 an extraordinary year to be here. 

There will be something for everyone and every family.  From a new Blue Man Group show and newly re-created experience inside one of Universal Orlando’s most popular attractions to a stunning parade, spectacular nighttime show and brand-new blockbuster attraction based on an incredibly popular film – Universal Orlando Resort is bringing guests more new entertainment across our entire destination in 2012 than during any other year in our history.

The new experiences will begin debuting in February.  Guests will discover the exhilarating entertainment of a new Blue Man Group show; marvel at breathtaking new animation and effects in The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man; dance and celebrate with their favorite animated characters during Universal’s Superstar Parade and relive memorable moments from Universal Pictures most powerful and beloved films during the nighttime show Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories.  And coming this summer – families will laugh together as they are transformed into minions for an incredible adventure inside the new Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction.

Universal Orlando will also be marking the Universal Pictures Centennial Anniversary Celebration during 2012 with a series of events to be announced throughout the year.

“We are about to offer our guests a historic range of incredible new entertainment experiences,” said Alice Norsworthy, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Universal Orlando Resort.  “This year will be filled with excitement and entertainment for the entire family.”

The new 2012 experiences at Universal Orlando Resort include:

Blue Man Group ~ Opening February 2012 at Universal CityWalk
Universal Orlando’s Blue Man Group show is taking their unique and captivating mash-up of high energy music, comedy, audience participation and collective exhilaration to another level. Featuring a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences, the show will allow audiences to join the Blue Men as they discover, engage and explore the world’s obsession with cutting-edge technology.  Signature Blue Man Group moments combine with breathtakingly fun new pieces for an explosive evening of entertainment.  New show elements include the curious Blue Men interacting with enormous “GiPads,” a funny and insightful look at contemporary communication vehicles, and a pulsating new finale with an original Blue Man Group music score that will have guests jumping to their feet. Look closely – you may even see the Blue Men take a spin on one of Universal Orlando's most popular attractions.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ~ Experience March 2012 at Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando is transforming what is already one of the most amazing attraction experiences ever created into what will feel like an all-new adventure.  The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man will soon feature all-new, 4K digital high-definition animation, new high tech 3-D glasses and upgrades to the set, audio and lighting systems.  The re-animation of the ride film will include an entirely new level of detail for guests to discover, including a cameo by legendary comic book icon and Spider-Man co-creator, Stan Lee.

Universal’s Superstar Parade ~ Opening Spring 2012 at Universal Studios Florida
Some of today’s most beloved characters and stories will bring new adventure to the streets of Universal Studios during Universal’s Superstar Parade – an all-new daily parade that features larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology and hundreds of energetic street performers.  Guests will sing and dance along with characters like the minions from Despicable Me, E.B. from the hit comedy, Hop, Nickelodeon’s Dora & Diego and SpongeBob SquarePants during the interactive experience. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy performances and character meet and greets prior to the parade at select locations throughout the day.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories ~ Opening Spring 2012 at Universal Studios Florida
Narrated by award-winning actor and recent Golden Globe - Cecil B. DeMille honoree, Morgan Freeman, Universal Orlando’s brand-new nighttime show, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, will celebrate the most powerful and emotional moments from Universal Pictures’ most iconic films – all on cutting-edge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios lagoon and surrounded by colorful fountains and pyrotechnics. The experience will take guests on a journey through epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good vs. evil and triumph. The new show opens this spring, runs all summer and then on select nights through the end of the year.

Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ~ Opening Summer 2012 at Universal Studios Florida  
Universal Orlando’s newest attraction, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, will take guests on an unforgettable 3-D adventure with their favorite characters from the hit film – Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes and the mischievous minions. The experience begins when guests enter Gru’s home, where they learn that they’re being recruited to become minions and undergo “minion training.”  Things don’t go as planned, and guests find themselves on a wildly hysterical journey with Gru and his daughters.  Once guests make it through training, they join an interactive, minion-inspired dance party where they can show off their best moves.

Universal’s Creative team is working closely with Chris Meledandri’s Illumination Entertainment to bring this all-new adventure to life in the most authentic way possible.  In fact, the beloved characters in the attraction will be voiced by the film’s original cast: Steve Carell (Gru), Miranda Cosgrove (Margo), Dana Gaier (Edith) and Elsie Fisher (Agnes).  The ride’s experience is being developed by the same creative team that brought you the award-winning film, Despicable Me. The motion-picture event Despicable Me 2 arrives in theaters on July 3, 2013.

Other New Experiences Opening this Year

• Hollywood Drive-In Golf, a unique 36-hole miniature golf experience inspired by the classic drive-in movie era, will open in February at Universal CityWalk.
• A great, new immersive retail entertainment experience that will become home to SpongeBob SquarePants and other characters from the number one kids animated TV series, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants.  It will open inside Universal Studios this year.
• Minutes away from Universal Orlando, the popular Wet ‘n Wild water park will open its first interactive family water play area, this summer – allowing everyone in the family to splash and swim together.  Amidst lush, tropical landscaping, the new area will feature 15 water slides and more than 100 soakers, jets, waterfalls and water cannons - making it the largest interactive water play experience in Florida.

For more information about Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.universalorlando.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.
You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Orlando, Fla. (Jan. 25, 2012) – This year, Universal Orlando Resort will debut more adventure, excitement, laughter and awe-inspiring moments than ever before – making 2012 an extraordinary year to be here. 

There will be something for everyone and every family.  From a new Blue Man Group show and newly re-created experience inside one of Universal Orlando’s most popular attractions to a stunning parade, spectacular night-time show and brand-new blockbuster attraction based on an incredibly popular film – Universal Orlando Resort is bringing guests more new entertainment across our entire destination in 2012 than during any other year in our history.

The new experiences will begin debuting in February.  Guests will discover the exhilarating entertainment of a new Blue Man Group show; marvel at breath-taking new animation and effects in The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man; dance and celebrate with their favourite animated characters during Universal’s Superstar Parade and relive memorable moments from Universal Pictures most powerful and beloved films during the nighttime show Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories.  And coming this summer – families will laugh together as they are transformed into minions for an incredible adventure inside the new Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction.

Universal Orlando will also be marking the Universal Pictures Centennial Anniversary Celebration during 2012 with a series of events to be announced throughout the year.

“We are about to offer our guests a historic range of incredible new entertainment experiences,” said Alice Norsworthy, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Universal Orlando Resort.  “This year will be filled with excitement and entertainment for the entire family.”

The new 2012 experiences at Universal Orlando Resort include:

Blue Man Group ~ Opening February 2012 at Universal CityWalk
Universal Orlando’s Blue Man Group show is taking their unique and captivating mash-up of high energy music, comedy, audience participation and collective exhilaration to another level. Featuring a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences, the show will allow audiences to join the Blue Men as they discover, engage and explore the world’s obsession with cutting-edge technology.  Signature Blue Man Group moments combine with breathtakingly fun new pieces for an explosive evening of entertainment.  New show elements include the curious Blue Men interacting with enormous “GiPads,” a funny and insightful look at contemporary communication vehicles, and a pulsating new finale with an original Blue Man Group music score that will have guests jumping to their feet. Look closely – you may even see the Blue Men take a spin on one of Universal Orlando's most popular attractions.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ~ Experience March 2012 at Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando is transforming what is already one of the most amazing attraction experiences ever created into what will feel like an all-new adventure.  The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man will soon feature all-new, 4K digital high definition animation, new high-tech 3-D glasses and upgrades to the set, audio and lighting systems.  The reanimation of the ride film will include an entirely new level of detail for guests to discover, including a cameo by legendary comic book icon and Spider-Man co-creator, Stan Lee.

Universal’s Superstar Parade ~ Opening Spring 2012 at Universal Studios Florida
Some of today’s most beloved characters and stories will bring new adventure to the streets of Universal Studios during Universal’s Superstar Parade – an all-new daily parade that features larger-than-life floats, state-of-the-art technology and hundreds of energetic street performers.  Guests will sing and dance along with characters like the minions from Despicable Me, E.B. from the hit comedy, Hop, Nickelodeon’s Dora & Diego and SpongeBob SquarePants during the interactive experience. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy performances and character meet and greets prior to the parade at select locations throughout the day.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories ~ Opening Spring 2012 at Universal Studios Florida
Narrated by award-winning actor and recent Golden Globe - Cecil B. DeMille honoree, Morgan Freeman, Universal Orlando’s brand-new night-time show, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, will celebrate the most powerful and emotional moments from Universal Pictures’ most iconic films – all on cutting-edge waterfall screens within the Universal Studios lagoon and surrounded by colourful fountains and pyrotechnics. The experience will take guests on a journey through epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good vs. evil and triumph. The new show opens this spring and will run throughout the summer and then on select nights for the rest of the year.

Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ~ Opening Summer 2012 at Universal Studios Florida  
Universal Orlando’s newest attraction, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, will take guests on an unforgettable 3-D adventure with their favourite characters from the hit film – Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes and the mischievous minions. The experience begins when guests enter Gru’s home, where they learn that they’re being recruited to become minions and undergo “minion training.”  Things don’t go as planned, and guests find themselves on a wildly hysterical journey with Gru and his daughters.  Once guests make it through training, they join an interactive, minion-inspired dance party where they can show off their best moves.

Universal’s Creative team is working closely with Chris Meledandri’s Illumination Entertainment to bring this all-new adventure to life in the most authentic way possible.  In fact, the beloved characters in the attraction will be voiced by the film’s original cast: Steve Carell (Gru), Miranda Cosgrove (Margo), Dana Gaier (Edith) and Elsie Fisher (Agnes).  The ride’s experience is being developed by the same creative team that brought you the award-winning film, Despicable Me.

The motion-picture event Despicable Me 2 arrives in cinemas in 2013
Other New Experiences Opening this Year

• Hollywood Drive-In Golf, a unique 36-hole miniature golf experience inspired by the classic drive-in movie era, will open in February at Universal CityWalk.
• A great, new immersive retail entertainment experience that will become home to SpongeBob SquarePants and characters from the number one kids animated TV series, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants.  It will open inside Universal Studios this year.
• Minutes away from Universal Orlando, the popular Wet ‘n Wild water park will open its first interactive family water play area, this summer – allowing everyone in the family to splash and swim together.  Amidst lush, tropical landscaping, the new area will feature 15 water slides and more than 100 soakers, jets, waterfalls and water cannons - making it the largest interactive water play experience in Florida.

For more information about Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.universalorlando.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando holiday – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.
You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations
Tel. +44 (0)20 7079 3103
http://media.universalorlando.com

Orlando, Fla. (25 de janeiro de 2012) – Este ano, a Universal Orlando Resort estreará mais momentos de aventura, emoção e diversão do que nunca - tornando 2012 um ano extraordinário para se estar aqui.

Haverá algo para toda e cada família. Desde um novo show do Blue Man Group, a uma experiência recém-criada dentro de uma das mais populares atrações da Universal Orlando, passando por um desfile impressionante, um show noturno espetacular e também uma nova atração de grande sucesso com base em um filme incrivelmente popular - a Universal Orlando Resort está trazendo mais entretenimento em 2012 do que durante qualquer outro ano em nossa história.

As novas experiências estrearão em fevereiro. Os convidados descobrirão o entretenimento emocionante de um novo show do Blue Man Group; irão se maravilhar com a nova animação e efeitos especiais do The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man; dançar e celebrar com seus personagens favoritos durante o Universal’s Superstar Parade;  e reviver momentos memoráveis dos filmes mais poderosos e amados da Universal Pictures durante o show noturno Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories. E, chegando em meados do ano, as famílias irão se divertir juntas, numa incrível aventura dentro da nova atração Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, baseada no filme Meu Malvado Favorito.

A Universal Orlando também participará da Celebração de Aniversário do Centenário da Universal Pictures durante 2012, com uma série de eventos a serem anunciados ao longo do ano.

"Estamos prestes a oferecer aos nossos convidados uma variedade histórica e incrível de novas experiências de entretenimento", diz Alice Norsworthy, Vice-Presidente Executiva de Marketing e Vendas da Universal Orlando Resort.  "Este ano será cheio de emoção e entretenimento para toda a família."

As novas experiências de 2012 na Universal Orlando Resort incluem:
Blue Man Group ~ Abrindo em fevereiro de 2012 no Universal CityWalk
O show do Blue Man Group na Universal Orlando está levando para outro nível a sua única e cativante mistura de música, comédia, participação da audiência e alegria coletiva. Apresentando um novo ambiente para o show, nova música, nova tecnologia e novas experiências, o show permitirá ao público se juntar aos Homens Azuis com suas descobertas, envolvendo e explorando a obsessão do mundo com tecnologia de ponta.  Os novos elementos do show incluem os curiosos Homens Azuis  interagindo com enormes "GiPads", um olhar engraçado e perspicaz dos veículos de comunicação contemporâneos, e um novo final pulsante com uma música original do Blue Man Group. Fique esperto - você poderá até ver os Homens Azuis curtindo algumas das mais populares atrações da Universal Orlando!

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ~ Estreia em março de 2012 no Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando está transformando o que já é uma das experiências mais incríveis jamais criadas - e que será vista como uma aventura totalmente nova. As Incríveis Aventuras do Homem-Aranha apresentará, em breve, características totalmente novas, animação digital de alta definição de 4K, novos óculos 3-D de alta tecnologia e atualizações para os sistemas de iluminação, áudio e estúdio. A reanimação do filme incluirá um nível inteiramente novo de detalhes para os nossos visitantes descobrirem, incluindo uma participação especial do ícone das histórias em quadrinhos legendário e co-criador do Homem Aranha, Stan Lee.

Universal’s Superstar Parade ~ Abertura no 2º trimestre de 2012 no Universal Studios Florida
Alguns dos personagens e histórias mais amados de hoje trarão novas aventuras para as ruas do parque Universal Studios durante o Universal’s Superstar Parade – um desfile diário totalmente novo, que apresenta mais do que a vida flutua, tecnologia de  ponta e centenas de artistas de rua enérgicos. Os convidados cantarão e dançarão junto com personagens como os Minions de Despicable Me, o personagem E.B., de Hop, mais Dora, Diego e Bob Esponja Calças Quadradas da Nickelodeon, durante a experiência interativa. Os visitantes terão a oportunidade de apreciar as performances, além de se encontrar e cumprimentar personagens antes do desfile, em locais selecionados, ao longo do dia.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories ~ Abertura no 2º trimestre 2012 no Universal Studios Florida
Narrado pelo premiado ator, vencedor recente do Globo de Ouro - Cecil B. DeMille, Morgan Freeman, o show noturno novinho em folha da Universal Orlando, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, celebrará os momentos mais poderosos e emocionantes dos filmes mais emblemáticos da Universal Pictures – tudo nas projeções em telas de água, dentro da lagoa do parque Universal Studios, e cercado por fontes coloridas e efeitos pirotécnicos. A experiência levará os visitantes em uma viagem através dos momentos cinematográficos épicos com heróis, horror, risada, bem contra o mal e triunfo. O novo show abre no 2º trimestre deste ano, funciona durante toda a temporada de verão no Hemisferio Norte e, em seguida, em algumas noites até o final do ano.

Despicable Me Minion Mayhem ~ Abertura no Verão norte-americano de 2012, no Universal Studios Florida  
A mais nova atração da Universal Orlando, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, baseada no filme Meu Malvado Favorito, levará os visitantes a uma inesquecível aventura em 3-D com seus personagens favoritos deste longa-metragem de animação – Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes e os Minions travessos. A experiência começa quando os visitantes entram na casa de Gru, onde descobrem que estão sendo recrutados para se tornar servos e passam por "treinamento de Minion". As coisas não saem como planejadas e os visitantes se encontram em uma jornada radical e histérica com Gru e suas filhas. Uma vez passado o treinamento, os visitantes se juntam em uma festa interativa, inspirada no treinamento, onde eles podem mostrar seus “movimentos”, nos melhor “estilo Minion”.

A equipe criativa da Universal está trabalhando em parceria com a Illumination Entertainment de Chris Meledandri, para dar vida a esta nova aventura na forma mais autêntica possível. Na verdade, os amados personagens da atração serão dublados pelo elenco original do filme: Steve Carell (Gru), Miranda Cosgrove (Margo), Dana Gaier (Edith) e Elsie Fisher (Agnes).  A atração está sendo desenvolvida pela mesma equipe criativa que trabalhou no filme Despicable Me 2 que chega aos cinemas em 3 de julho de 2013.

Outras novas experiências abrindo este ano

• Hollywood Drive-In Golf, uma experiência de golfe em miniatura de 36 buracos, única, inspirada nos clássicos filmes da época dos drive-in, abrirá em fevereiro, no Universal CityWalk.
• Mais que uma nova loja, a experiência de entretenimento envolvente e interativa, que se tornará o lar de Bob Esponja e de outros personagens da série de TV infantil Bob Esponja Calça Quadrada, da Nickelodeon. Estará aberto dentro do Universal Studios ainda neste este ano.
• A minutos da Universal Orlando, o famoso parque aquático Wet ‘n Wild abrirá a sua primeira área interativa de brinquedos aquáticos para a família, neste verão americano – permitindo a todos os membros de uma família brincar e nadar juntos. Em uma paisagem exuberante e tropical, a nova área contará com 15 lâminas de água e mais de 100 duchas, jatos, cascatas e canhões de água – tornando-se a maior experiência de brinquedo aquático  interativo na Flórida.

Para obter mais informações sobre Universal Orlando Resort, visite www.universalorlando.com.

Sobre Universal Orlando Resort
Há muitas maneiras de desfrutar suas férias em Orlando - mas há apenas um Universal Orlando Resort. É um destino completamente independente, com dois parques temáticos, três hotéis temáticos magníficos e um complexo de entretenimento noturno. É o único destino de Orlando onde você não está apenas aproveitando - você é parte do entretenimento mais emocionante já criado. Você pode voar acima de Hogwarts com Harry Potter, sobrevoar os edifícios com o Homem-Aranha, lutar com aliens ao lado do agente J em Men In Black, Alien Attack, e ajudar Shrek a salvar a Princesa Fiona em Shrek 4-D.  Você pode ser corajoso, ser diferente - e ser extraordinário.

Universal Orlando Resort é propriedade e operada pela NBCUniversal, uma das empresas líderes de mídia e entretenimento.

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CONTATO DE MÍDIA:
Relações Públicas da Universal Orlando Resort
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Orlando, Florida (25 de enero de 2012) – Este año, Universal Orlando Resort estrenará aventura, diversión, risas y asombrosos momentos como nunca antes, haciendo del 2012 un año extraordinario para estar aquí.

Habrá algo para todos y para toda la familia. Desde un nuevo espectáculo de Blue Man Group y renovaciones a una las atracciones más populares de Universal Orlando, hasta un fascinante desfile, un asombroso espectáculo nocturno y una nueva atracción basada en una famosa película. Durante el 2012, Universal Orlando Resort ofrecerá a sus visitantes más experiencias de entretenimiento nuevas alrededor de todo nuestro destino, como nunca antes en nuestra historia.

Las nuevas experiencias se empezarán a estrenar en febrero. Los visitantes descubrirán la alucinante diversión de un nuevo espectáculo de Blue Man Group; se maravillarán con la nueva e indescriptible animación y efectos en The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man; bailarán y celebrarán con sus personajes animados favoritos durante Universal’s Superstar Parade y revivirán los mejores momentos de las películas más memorables de Universal Pictures, durante el espectáculo nocturno Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories. Además, este verano las familias reirán juntas mientras se convierten en secuaces y participan de una increíble aventura dentro de la nueva atracción Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, basada en el filme “Mi Villano Favorito”.

En el año 2012, Universal Orlando también celebrará el centenario de Universal Pictures con una serie de eventos que se anunciarán durante todo el año.

“Estamos a punto de ofrecer a nuestro público una cantidad histórica de nuevas experiencias de entretenimiento increíbles” dijo Alice Norsworthy, Vicepresidente Ejecutiva de Mercadeo y Ventas de Universal Orlando Resort. “Este año estará lleno de diversión y entretenimiento para toda la familia”.

Las nuevas experiencias para el 2012 en Universal Orlando Resort incluyen:
Blue Man Group: febrero del 2012 en Universal City Walk
El espectáculo Blue Man Group de Universal Orlando está llevando su excepcional y cautivante fusión de música energética, comedia, participación del público y diversión colectiva a otro nivel. Con la presentación de un nuevo entorno para el espectáculo, nueva música, nueva tecnología y nuevas experiencias, el espectáculo permitirá al público unirse a los “Blue Men” mientras descubren, participan y exploran la obsesión del mundo con la última tecnología. Los momentos distintivos de Blue Man Group se combinan con nuevas elementos alucinantes y llenos de diversión, para lograr una increíble noche de entretenimiento. Entre los nuevos elementos del espectáculo se encuentran los curiosos “Blue Men” que interactúan con enormes “GiPads”, una mirada divertida y perspicaz a los vehículos de comunicación contemporánea, y un nuevo y vibrante final con música original que hará que los invitados se pongan de pie a bailar. Mire atentamente, quizás hasta vea a alguno de los “Blue Men” dar una vuelta en alguna de las atracciones más populares de Universal Orlando.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man: en marzo de 2012 en Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando está transformando lo que ya es una de las atracciones más alucinantes jamás creadas en lo que se vivirá como una aventura completamente nueva. The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man pronto presentará nueva animación en alta definición digital 4K, nuevos lentes 3-D de alta tecnología y modificaciones en el escenario y en los sistemas de audio e iluminación. La reanimación de la película incluirá un nivel completamente nuevo de detalles para que el público descubra, incluyendo una actuación especial del legendario ícono de historietas y creador del hombre araña, Stan Lee.

Universal’s Superstar Parade: primavera del 2012 en Universal Studios Florida
Algunos de los personajes e historias más queridos de hoy día traerán nuevas aventuras a las calles de Universal Studios durante Universal’s Superstar Parade, un nuevo desfile diario con carrozas fantásticas, lo último en tecnología y cientos de personajes. Durante la experiencia interactiva, los invitados cantarán y bailarán con personajes como los “mininos” o secuaces de “Despicable Me”, E.B. de la exitosa comedia Hop, Dora y Diego de Nickelodeon y Sponge Bob Square Pants. El público tendrá la oportunidad de disfrutar de las presentaciones y saludar a los personajes antes del desfile en ciertas localidades durante todo el día.

Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories: primavera del 2012 en Universal Studios Florida
Con la narración del galardonado actor y recientemente homenajeado con el Globo de Oro Cecil B. DeMille, Morgan Freeman, el nuevo espectáculo nocturno de Universal Orlando, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, celebrará los momentos más impactantes y emocionantes de las películas más emblemáticas de Universal Pictures, todo en pantallas de última tecnología dentro de la laguna de Universal Studios y rodeadas por coloridas fuentes y fuegos artificiales. La experiencia llevará a los visitantes a un viaje a través de los momentos cinematográficos épicos llenos de héroes, terror, risas, los buenos contra los malos y victorias. El nuevo espectáculo se estrena esta primavera y continuará durante todo el verano, y luego durante noches específicas hasta fin de año.

Despicable Me  Minion Mayhem: verano del 2012 en Universal Studios Florida 
La última atracción de Universal Orlando, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, basada en el filme “Mi Villano Favorito”, llevará a los visitantes a una aventura en 3D inolvidable con los personajes favoritos de la exitosa película: Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes y los traviesos “mininos” o secuaces. La experiencia empieza cuando los visitantes ingresan a las casa de Gru y se dan cuenta de que han sido elegidos para convertirse en secuaces y reciben un “entrenamiento de secuaz”. Las cosas no salen como se habían planeado y terminan en un viaje salvaje y divertido con Gru y sus hijas. Luego del entrenamiento, se unen a una fiesta de baile interactiva, inspirada en los secuaces, donde pueden mostrar sus destrezas de baile.

El equipo creativo de Universal está trabajando en conjunto con Illumination Entertainment, de Chris Meledandri, para dar vida a esta nueva aventura de la forma más real posible. De hecho, los queridos personajes de la atracción tendrán las voces originales de la película: Steve Carell (Gru), Miranda Cosgrove (Margo), Dana Gaier (Edith) y Elsie Fisher (Agnes). La experiencia de la atracción está siendo desarrollada por el mismo equipo creativo de la película ganadora de premios Despicable Me. El evento cinematográfico Despicable Me 2 llega a las salas de cine en el 2013.

Otras experiencias nuevas que se presentarán este año

• Hollywood Drive-In Golf, una experiencia única de golf en miniatura con 36 hoyos, inspirada en la clásica era de autocine abrirá en febrero en Universal City Walk.
• Una gran experiencia nueva de compras que albergará a SpongeBob Square Pants y el resto de los personajes de la exitosa serie de TV de Nickelodeon. Se estrenará en Universal Studios este año.
• A minutos de Universal Orlando, el popular parque acuático Wet ‘n Wild abrirá su primera área acuática interactiva familiar este verano, donde todas los miembros de la familia podrán jugar en el agua y nadar juntos. En medio de un paisaje exuberante y tropical, la nueva área contará con 15 toboganes acuáticos y más de 100 mangueras, chorros, cascadas y cañones acuáticos, convirtiéndose en la experiencia interactiva acuática más grande de la Florida.
   

Para obtener más información sobre Universal Orlando Resort, visite www.universalorlando.com

Acerca de Universal Orlando Resort
Existen muchas maneras de disfrutar sus vacaciones en Orlando – pero solamente existe un Universal Orlando Resort. Es un destino completamente diferente que presenta dos parques temáticos, tres hoteles magníficamente decorados y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno. Es el único destino de Orlando donde usted no sólo puede entretenerse – usted es parte del entretenimiento más estimulante que se haya creado. Puede sobrevolar Hogwarts con Harry Potter, balancearse en las calles con Spider-Man, luchar contra extraterrestres junto al Agent J, y ayudar a Shrek a salvar a Princess Fiona en Shrek 4-D. Usted puede ser valiente, extravagante – y extraordinario.

Universal Orlando Resort está bajo la dirección y es propiedad de NBCUniversal, una de las compañías de medios y entretenimientos más importantes del mundo.

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Relaciones Públicas de Universal Orlando Resort
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http://media.universalorlando.com

Experience la dolce vita - the sweet life - with food, wine and jazz!
 

WHAT:
A wine tasting, gourmet food and jazz event at the Italian-themed Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando.  Live From Loews Harbor Nights Romantico will feature select wines and sparkling wines, gourmet food samples (menu), complimentary hand-rolled cigars, and live jazz music performed by Bill Allred's Classic Jazz Band.

WHEN:
Saturday, February 11, from 6:30 - 9:00 pm

WHERE:
Harbor Piazza
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando
5601 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7880

TICKETS:
Tickets are $45 on-line* at http://bit.ly/HN0212tix or $55 at the door.  Limited reserved seating tickets are $75 on-line* only at http://bit.ly/HN0212vip and include reserved seating area, private wine station, passed hors d'oeuvres and all the benefits of a regular Live From Loews Harbor Nights ticket.

For more information, call 407-503-1200 or e-mail portofinoconcierge@loewshotels.com.

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About Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando:  A re-creation of the famed Mediterranean seaside resort village, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is the premier luxury resort at Universal Orlando.  Offering the utmost in European style and elegance, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is one of three themed, on-site Loews hotels.  Featuring 750 rooms and suites, exceptional dining and a wealth of recreation, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel has been honored among the finest hotels in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine and Conde Nast Traveler.

Live From Loews Harbor Nights is a separately ticketed event.  Dates, times, entertainment and benefits subject to change without notice.  Must be 21 or older for entry; photo identification required.  *Ticketing fees apply.  Loews Portofino Bay Hotel logo © 2011 Universal Rank Hotel Partners.  All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2011 Universal Studios.  © 2011 Universal Orlando.  All rights reserved.  Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.


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 ORLANDO, Florida. (12 de enero de 2012) – Esta primavera, la diversión y el entusiasmo de Nueva Orleans llegan a Universal Orlando Resort durante Mardi Gras 2012, una auténtica celebración que convierte a Universal Studios Florida en una versión familiar del famoso carnaval de Nueva Orleans.

Desde el 11 de febrero hasta el 14 de abril, todos los sábados y noches selectas, la celebración de Mardi Gras de Universal Orlando combinará el inigualable entretenimiento del parque temático con una elaborada parada, docenas de personajes con coloridos disfraces, bandas auténticas de Nueva Orleans, deliciosa comida cajún y conciertos en vivo con algunos de los intérpretes más populares del momento.

El público disfrutará de 14 de los más grandes artistas de la música, quienes en conjunto tienen un total de 350 millones de álbumes vendidos. El 18 de febrero, la superestrella de la música pop y ganadora del premio Grammy Kelly Clarkson subirá al Music Plaza Stage para tocar los éxitos de su último álbum, “Stronger”; el cantante y compositor nominado a los premios Grammy B.o.B, conocido por varios de sus principales sencillos “Nothin’ on You”, “Airplanes” y “Magic”, actuará el 24 de marzo; y Prince Royce, ganador de cuatro  premios Billboard a la Música Latina, tomará el escenario el sábado 31 de marzo. Otros artistas que se están presentando en vivo incluyen a Diana Ross, diva de la música disco y quien fue nombrada por la revista Billboard como la “artista femenina del siglo”; Boyz II Men, el grupo de R&B más exitoso de todos los tiempos con más de 60 millones de discos vendidos en todo el mundo; la sensación adolescente del momento, Big Time Rush; y J. Cole, quien actualmente está nominado al Grammy 2012 por mejor artista nuevo. Más adelante se encuentra el programa completo.

Antes de los conciertos en vivo, los visitantes pueden disfrutar de toda la diversión y emoción del reconocido carnaval de Nueva Orleans en Universal Studios Florida. La celebración incluye un elaborado desfile de Mardi Gras donde los visitantes pueden bailar y recoger puñados de collares, mientras las coloridas carrozas pasean por las calles de Universal Studios. El desfile de este año cuenta con elaboradas carrozas temáticas que llevará a los visitantes en un viaje por los diferentes ecosistemas del planeta, entre ellas: pantanos y ciénagas, bosques tropicales, arrecifes de corales, mar azul profundo y regiones polares. Todos los años, los artistas de Blaine Kern, la misma compañía que diseña las carrozas para el desfile del Mardi Gras de Nueva Orleans, son quienes hacen las carrozas artesanales del desfile de Universal

El corazón del Mardi Gras es el French Quarter Courtyard donde todas las noches, antes del concierto principal, los visitantes pueden disfrutar del ritmo de auténticas bandas de Nueva Orleans. Desde el 2006, más de 20 bandas han viajado directamente desde Nueva Orleans hasta Universal Orlando para tocar Blues, Jazz y Zydeco para el público, contribuyendo a la autenticidad de la celebración de Universal. El French Quarter también ofrece deliciosa comida cajún, que incluye jambalaya, gumbo, beignets y mucho más.

Para obtener más información, visite www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

Universal Orlando Resort
Existen muchas maneras de disfrutar sus vacaciones en Orlando – pero solamente existe un Universal Orlando Resort. Es un destino completamente diferente que presenta dos parques temáticos, tres hoteles magníficamente decorados y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno. Es el único destino de Orlando donde usted no sólo puede entretenerse – usted es parte del entretenimiento más estimulante que se haya creado. Puede sobrevolar Hogwarts con Harry Potter, balancearse en las calles con Spider-Man, luchar contra extraterrestres junto al Agent J, y ayudar a Shrek a salvar a Princess Fiona en Shrek 4-D. Usted puede ser valiente, extravagante – y extraordinario.

Universal Orlando Resort está bajo la dirección y es propiedad de NBCUniversal, una de las compañías de medios y entretenimientos más importantes del mundo.
 

SERIE DE CONCIERTOS DE MARDI GRAS DE UNIVERSAL STUDIOS
 

Mardi Gras está incluido en la entrada general a Universal Studios. Los visitantes pueden aprovechar esta oferta especial:

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 ORLANDO, Flórida (12 de janeiro de 2012) – Nesta primavera, a diversão e a excitação do The Big Easy faz seu caminho para o Universal Orlando Resort para o Carnaval de 2012 – uma celebração autêntica que transforma completamente a Universal Studios Florida numa versão familiar da famosa festa de rua de New Orleans.

Aos sábados e noites selecionadas a partir de 11 de fevereiro até 14 de abril, a celebração do Carnaval da Universal Orlando combina o entretenimento do parque temático inigualável com um elaborado desfile de Carnaval, dúzias de artistas com trajes coloridos, bandas autênticas de New Orleans, a deliciosa cozinha Cajun e concertos ao vivo por alguns dos artistas atuais mais populares.

Com um total combinado de mais de 350 milhões de álbuns vendidos, os convidados irão tocar rock, com 14 dos maiores nomes da música. Em 18 de fevereiro, o pop superstar e vencedor do Grammy Kelly Clarkson irá ao Music Plaza Stage para tocar seus principais sucessos de seu recente álbum “Stronger;” Hot Chelle Rae vai agradar multidões com seu sucesso “Tonight, Tonight” durante a sua apresentação em 23 de março; e o compositor e cantor, candidato ao Prêmio Grammy Award B.o.B, conhecido por seus múltiplos solos de sucesso “Nothin’ on You,” “Airplanes” e “Magic,” se apresentará em 24 de março. Apresentações adicionais incluem “Female Entertainer of the Century” da revista Billboard e a diva dos discos Diana Ross; Boyz II Men, o mais bem-sucedido grupo de R&B de todos os tempos, com mais de 60 milhões de álbuns vendidos em todo o mundo; sensação adolescente Big Time Rush; indicado ao Grammy 2012 para o “Best New Artist” J. Cole; e vencedor pela quarta vez do Prêmio de Música Latina Billboard Prince Royce. Para a série completa, veja abaixo.

Antes de desfrutar dos concertos ao vivo, os convidados poderão provar toda a diversão e excitação do The Big Easy, como a Universal Studios Florida é transformada em uma versão familiar do famoso Carnaval de New Orleans. A celebração inclui um elaborado desfile de Carnaval, onde os convidados podem dançar com os artistas de rua e recolher as pérolas com os diversos carros alegóricos coloridos que passam lentamente pela rua do Universal Studios. A parada deste ano levará os convidados em uma jornada através dos diferentes ecossistemas da terra com os temas elaborados dos carros alegóricos incluindo: igarapés e pântanos, florestas tropicais, recifes de coral, mar de azul profundo e regiões polares. Todos os anos, o desfile de carros alegóricos artesanais é realizado pela Blaine Kern Artists – a mesma empresa que projeta os carros alegóricos para o desfile de Carnaval em New Orleans.

O coração do Carnaval é o Bairro Francês Courtyard da Universal Studios, onde os convidados podem apreciar os sons soulful das autênticas bandas de New Orleans todas as noites antes do concerto principal. Desde 2006, mais de 20 bandas têm vindo diretamente de The Big Easy para a Universal Orlando para tocar Blues, Jazz e música Zydeco para os foliões – adicionando autenticidade da celebração do Carnaval da Universal. O bairro francês também oferece a deliciosa cozinha Cajun, incluindo jambalaya, gumbo, beignets e muito mais.

Para mais informações, visite www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

Universal Orlando Resort
Existem muitas formas de desfrutar suas férias em Orlando – mas existe só um Universal Orlando Resort. É um destino completamente separado, apresentando dois parques temáticos, três hotéis locais temáticos magníficos e um complexo de entretenimento noturno. É o único destino de Orlando onde você não se distrai apenas – você faz parte do entretenimento mais excitante jamais criado antes. Você pode planar sobre Hogwarts com Harry Potter, pular sobre as ruas com o Homem-Aranha, lutar com os aliens junto com o Agent J e ajudar Shrek a salvar a Princesa Fiona em Shrek 4-D. Você pode ser corajoso, extravagante – e ser extraordinário.

O Universal Orlando Resort é de propriedade e operado pela NBC Universal, uma das empresas de entretenimento e mídia líder no mundo.
 

SÉRIE DE CONCERTOS DE CARNAVAL DA UNIVERSAL STUDIOS
 

Partida para o Carnaval

• 3 noites de acomodação em um Hotel de parceria com a Universal
• Bilhetes com base de 2 dias para ambos: Universal Studios e Islands of Adventure
• Entrada no parque antecipada para escolher as atrações em Islands of Adventure
• Transporte programado complementar do hotel para o Universal Orlando Resort
• E mais
• Partidas a $249 dólares por adulto, imposto incluído
• Upgrade para um hotel no local e receber acesso complementar à Universal Express para pular as linhas regulares em ambos os parques temáticos (um desconto gratuito, para um valor de até $87 dólares por pessoa, por dia)

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 ORLANDO, Fla. (January 12^th, 2012) –  This spring, the fun and excitement of The Big Easy makes its way to Universal Orlando Resort for Mardi Gras 2012 – an authentic celebration that completely transforms Universal Studios Florida into a family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party.

On Saturdays and select nights from February 11^th  until April 14^th , Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorful-costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists.

Before enjoying the live concerts, guests can experience all the fun and excitement of The Big Easy as Universal Studios Florida is transformed into a family-friendly version of New Orleans’ famed Mardi Gras. The celebration includes an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, where guests can dance along with street performers and collect beads by the handful as colourful floats wind down the street of Universal Studios. This year’s parade will take guests on a journey through the earth’s different ecosystems with elaborately themed floats including: bayous and swamps, rainforest, coral reefs, the deep blue sea and Polar Regions. Every year, the parade’s hand-crafted floats are built by Blaine Kern Artists – the same company that designs the floats for the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

The heart of Mardi Gras is Universal Studios’ French Quarter Courtyard, where guests can groove to the soulful sounds of authentic New Orleans bands every night before the headliner concert. Since 2006, more than 20 bands have travelled straight from The Big Easy to Universal Orlando to perform Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music for partygoers – adding to the authenticity of Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration. The French Quarter also features delicious Cajun cuisine, including jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and much more.

For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando holiday – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS’ MARDI GRAS CONCERT SERIES

Mardi Gras is included in regular admission to Universal Studios. Book a spring getaway and enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the Big Easy brought to Universal Orlando Resort!
 

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ORLANDO, Fla. (January 12, 2012) – Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras 2012 celebration features one of its most powerful and diverse musical line-ups ever. With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests will rock out this spring to 14 of the biggest names in music during an authentic and family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party.

On Saturdays and select nights starting February 11 through April 14, Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists.

On Feb. 18, pop superstar and Grammy winner Kelly Clarkson will take the Music Plaza Stage to perform major hits from her recent album, “Stronger;” Hot Chelle Rae will please crowds with their hit “Tonight, Tonight” during their performance on March 23; and singer-songwriter and Grammy Award nominee B.o.B, known for his multiple top singles “Nothin’ on You,” “Airplanes” and “Magic,” will perform on March 24. Additional performances include Billboard magazine’s “Female Entertainer of the Century” and disco diva Diana Ross; Boyz II Men, the most successful R&B group of all time with more than 60 million albums sold worldwide; teen sensation Big Time Rush; 2012 Grammy nominee for “Best New Artist” J. Cole; and four-time Billboard Latin Music Award winner Prince Royce. For the complete line-up, see below.

Before enjoying the live concerts, guests can experience all the fun and excitement of The Big Easy as Universal Studios Florida is transformed into a family-friendly version of New Orleans’ famed Mardi Gras event. Guests can dance along with street performers and collect beads by the handful as colorful floats wind down the street of Universal Studios during the Mardi Gras parade. This year’s parade will take guests on a journey through the earth’s different ecosystems with elaborately themed floats including: bayous and swamps, rainforest, coral reefs, the deep blue sea and Polar Regions. Every year, the parade’s hand-crafted floats are built by Blaine Kern Artists – the same company that designs the floats for the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

The heart of Mardi Gras is Universal Studios’ French Quarter Courtyard, where guests can groove to the soulful sounds of authentic New Orleans bands every night before the headliner concert. Since 2006, more than 20 bands have traveled straight from The Big Easy to Universal Orlando to perform Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music for partygoers – adding to the authenticity of Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration. The French Quarter also features delicious Cajun cuisine, including jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and much more.

For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS’ MARDI GRAS CONCERT SERIES
 

Mardi Gras is included as part of regular admission to Universal Studios. Florida residents can take advantage of these special offers:
 

FLORIDA RESIDENT OFFERS
 

Save up to $25 on any Two-Park Annual Pass
For a limited time, save up to $25 on any Annual Pass and enjoy an entire year of thrills:

• Power Pass – $154.99 after savings (plus tax)
• Preferred Pass – $199.99 after savings (plus tax)
• Premier Pass – $324.99 after savings (plus tax)
• Offer is also available on FlexPay, Universal Orlando’s monthly payment option
• Must be purchased and activated by April 15, 2012 with specially-marked Coca-Cola and Wendy’s products
• Visit UniversalOrlando.com for full details and to learn about the benefits of each annual pass
   

Exclusive Florida Resident Mardi Gras Getaway2-night accommodations at a nearby Universal Partner Hotel

• Florida Resident 2-day Park-to-Park ticket to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
• Early park admission to select attractions in Islands of Adventure
• Starts at $109 per adult, per night, tax inclusive
• Upgrade to an on-site hotel and receive complimentary Universal Express access to skip the regular lines in both theme parks (a free benefit worth up to $87 per person, per day)

After 5 p.m. Ticket Offer

• Includes admission to Universal Studios Florida for one night after 5 p.m. to enjoy the attractions and the Mardi Gras festivities
• $59.99 plus tax if purchased in advance; $74.99 plus tax at the front gate

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ORLANDO, Fla. (January 12, 2012) –  This spring, the fun and excitement of The Big Easy makes its way to Universal Orlando Resort for Mardi Gras 2012 – an authentic celebration that completely transforms Universal Studios Florida into a family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party.

On Saturdays and select nights starting February 11 through April 14, Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists.

With a combined total of more than 350 million albums sold, guests will rock out to 14 of the biggest names in music. On Feb. 18, pop superstar and Grammy winner Kelly Clarkson will take the Music Plaza Stage to perform major hits from her recent album, “Stronger;” Hot Chelle Rae will please crowds with their hit “Tonight, Tonight” during their performance on March 23; and singer-songwriter and Grammy Award nominee B.o.B, known for his multiple top singles “Nothin’ on You,” “Airplanes” and “Magic,” will perform on March 24. Additional performances include Billboard magazine’s “Female Entertainer of the Century” and disco diva Diana Ross; Boyz II Men, the most successful R&B group of all time with more than 60 million albums sold worldwide; teen sensation Big Time Rush; 2012 Grammy nominee for “Best New Artist” J. Cole; and four-time Billboard Latin Music Award winner Prince Royce. For the complete line-up, see below.

Before enjoying the live concerts, guests can experience all the fun and excitement of The Big Easy as Universal Studios Florida is transformed into a family-friendly version of New Orleans’ famed Mardi Gras. The celebration includes an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, where guests can dance along with street performers and collect beads by the handful as colorful floats wind down the street of Universal Studios. This year’s parade will take guests on a journey through the earth’s different ecosystems with elaborately themed floats including: bayous and swamps, rainforest, coral reefs, the deep blue sea and Polar Regions. Every year, the parade’s hand-crafted floats are built by Blaine Kern Artists – the same company that designs the floats for the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

The heart of Mardi Gras is Universal Studios’ French Quarter Courtyard, where guests can groove to the soulful sounds of authentic New Orleans bands every night before the headliner concert. Since 2006, more than 20 bands have traveled straight from The Big Easy to Universal Orlando to perform Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music for partygoers – adding to the authenticity of Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration. The French Quarter also features delicious Cajun cuisine, including jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and much more.

For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Universal Orlando Resort is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS’ MARDI GRAS CONCERT SERIES

Mardi Gras is included in regular admission to Universal Studios. Guests can take advantage of this special offer:

MARDI GRAS SPECIAL OFFER

Mardi Gras Getaway

• 3-night accommodations at a Universal Partner Hotel
• 2-day Base ticket to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
• Early park admission to select attractions in Islands of Adventure
• Complimentary scheduled transportation from hotel to Universal Orlando Resort
• And more
• Starts at $249 per adult, tax inclusive
• Upgrade to an on-site hotel and receive complimentary Universal Express access to skip the regular lines in both theme parks (a free benefit worth up to $87 per person, per day)

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

Dates, times, entertainment and benefits subject to change without notice.  *Complimentary and special parking rates not valid for overnight hotel guests.  **Purchase tickets on-line and receive early entry at 6:00 pm; on-line ticketing fees apply.  Hard Rock Hotel © Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc.  All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2012 Universal Studios. © 2012 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.

For more information, guests may call CityWalk Guest Services at (407) 224-2691
Venues subject to $7 coverage charge or CityWalk Party Pass
21 and up are welcome

**SPECIAL EVENTS**

St. Practice Day
The 17^th of Every Month
-          Starting at 4:00 p.m.; $7 cover; Free admission before 9:00 p.m.
-          Join the party every month at Pat O’Brien’s as we get ready for the big day, one month at a time!
-          Traditional Irish food and drink available for purchase
-          Live entertainment
-          Drink Specials

**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4pm – close
-          1/2 off select appetizers
-          Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9pm – close
-          No cover for ladies until midnight
-          2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5pm – 8pm

Free dessert with purchase of a lunch entrée ~ now through January 31, 2012
-          Simply present your Universal Orlando theme park ticket to your server
-          Limit one per table

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9pm to close
- Free admission until 10pm
- $7 cover after 10pm; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE

January 1^st ~ Hard Rock Live presents B.B. King with Kaleigh Baker
January 21^st ~ Hard Rock Live and Foundation presents Rebelution Peace of Mind Tour with special guest The Grouch & Pep Love

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at the Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5pm – 7pm

Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10pm – 2am
Complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
-          Daily beer and drink specials
-          Showing all NFL, all bowl games and UFC fights
-          $1.95 Coors Light pilsner refills during all bowl games
-          5 for $15 buckets of Miller Light and Coors Light during all NFL games
-          Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and College Football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour daily ~ 4pm – 7pm

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4pm – 10pm
2 for 1 Hurricanes; 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
Sunday – Thursday: 8pm – 10pm; Friday and Saturday: 6pm – 9pm

Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8pm – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Hospitality Tuesdays ~ Tuesdays 10pm - close
Free admission for members of the hospitality industry all evening with your ID, business card or hospitality pay stub
Free parking after 10pm
$2 domestic beers, $3 premium cocktails

Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
January 13^th ~ Contraband
**Dates and times subject to change

Hollywood, CA (Dec. 6, 2011) - Warner Bros. Entertainment and Universal Parks and Resorts today announced a partnership to bring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – the enormously popular themed entertainment environment which debuted in Orlando in June 2010 – to Universal Studios Hollywood.

The two companies also announced their plans to significantly expand The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood will be as impressive as what has been created in Orlando – and is expected to transform tourism in Los Angeles for decades to come. It will be a fully immersive environment for the entire family that brings the stories of Harry Potter to life and is faithful to the visual landscape of the films, including a majestic Hogwarts castle to serve as the centerpiece of the themed environment.  The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood will be created with the same commitment to authenticity and the same level of talent and resources as its Orlando counterpart.

“I am delighted that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has been so popular with fans since the opening in Orlando last year and I am sure that the teams at Universal and Warner Bros. will bring their expertise and attention to detail to Hollywood to make this new experience equally as exciting,” said J.K. Rowling.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort opened in June 2010 and immediately captured global attention.  It is a spectacularly themed land that includes Hogwarts castle, Hogsmeade and multiple themed attractions.  Specific details of its expansion will be announced over time.

“The announcement of our partnership with Universal to bring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to Hollywood and expand what already exists in Orlando is probably the best holiday gift we could give to the legions of Harry Potter fans worldwide,” said Barry Meyer, Chairman & CEO, Warner Bros.  “Everyone involved with these projects is committed to continuing the enchantment of J.K. Rowling’s masterful books as they were brought to life on screen in our eight films and dedicated to extending the magic of the experience for generations of fans to come.”

“This is an incredible moment for Universal Studios and the millions of guests who visit our theme parks,” said Ron Meyer, President & COO, Universal Studios.  “The Harry Potter stories are some of the most powerful of our time and we are honored to expand our Orlando experience and bring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to Hollywood, forever changing family tourism in Los Angeles.”

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is an entirely new level of themed entertainment that brings the stories of Harry Potter to life in incredible ways,” said Tom Williams, Chairman and CEO, Universal Parks and Resorts.  “We are thrilled to be able to share this experience with our guests in Hollywood.  And we are thrilled to take what has been created in Orlando to even greater levels.”  
 

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About Universal Parks & Resorts
Universal Parks & Resorts (UPR), a unit of Comcast Corporation’s NBCUniversal, encompasses today’s most relevant and popular entertainment experiences, creating emotional connections with guests around the world. Each year, millions of guests visit Universal theme parks to experience thrilling, world-famous attractions based on popular culture’s most compelling stories and characters.  With three-time Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg as creative consultant, Universal has created attractions that use ground-breaking technology to deliver experiences that cannot be found anywhere else.

NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news, sports and entertainment networks; Universal Studios, a premier motion picture company; significant television production operations; a leading television stations group; and world-renowned theme parks.

About Warner Bros. Entertainment
Warner Bros. Entertainment is a global leader in all forms of entertainment and their related businesses across all current and emerging media and platforms.  A Time Warner Company, the fully integrated, broad-based studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, international cinemas and broadcasting.

Harry Potter continues to be a global phenomenon. Each of the seven books by author J.K. Rowling has broken sales records, with the series to date having sold approximately 450 million copies worldwide and translated into more than 70 languages.  The Harry Potter films, produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, have grossed more than $7.7 billion to date worldwide at the box office, making Harry Potter the largest-grossing film franchise in history.

HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR.
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Audrey Eig, Director                                       
(818) 622-2962                                                

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Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations                      
(407) 363-8220                                                  
http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter

Hollywood, CA (6 de diciembre de 2011) – Waner Bros. Entertainment y Universal Parks and Resorts anunciaron hoy su alianza para traer The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – el área temática extraordinariamente popular que debutó en Orlando en junio de 2010 – a Universal Studios Hollywood.

Las dos compañías también anunciaron sus planes de expandir significativamente The Wizarding World of Harry Potter en Universal Orlando Resort.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter en Universal Studios Hollywood será tan impresionante como lo que fue creado en Orlando – y se espera que transforme el turismo en Los Ángeles en las próximas décadas. Será un área temática basada en el paisaje visual de las películas, la cual sumergirá a toda la familia en las historias de Harry Potter, incluyendo el majestuoso castillo de Hogwarts, el cual servirá como centro del área temática. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter será creado con el mismo compromiso a la autenticidad y el mismo nivel de talento y recursos que se utilizó en su homólogo en Orlando.

“Estoy muy contenta que The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ha sido muy popular desde su apertura en Orlando el año pasado, y estoy segura que los equipos de Universal y Warner Bros. traerán su pericia y su cuidado a los detalles a Hollywood, para hacer de esta nueva experiencia tan emocionante como la que ya existe”, dijo J.K. Rowling.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter en Universal Orlando Resort abrió sus puertas en junio de 2010, e inmediatamente capturó la atención del mundo. Es un área temática que incluye el castillo de Hogwarts, Hogsmeade y múltiples atracciones. Los detalles específicos sobre su expansión serán revelados posteriormente.

“El anuncio de nuestra alianza con Universal para traer The Wizarding World of Harry Potter a Hollywood y expandir lo que ya existe en Orlando es probablemente el mejor regalo de Navidad que les podemos dar a los innumerables fanáticos de Harry Potter a nivel mundial”, dijo Barry Meyer, presidente de la junta directiva y director ejecutivo de Warner Bros. “Todas las personas involucradas en estos proyectos están comprometidas en continuar el encanto de los libros de J.K. Rowling al ser traídos a la vida en la pantalla a través de las ocho películas, además de estar dedicados a extender la magia de la experiencia para las futuras generaciones de fanáticos”.

“Este es un momento increíble para Universal Studios y los millones de visitantes que vienen a nuestros parques”, dijo Ron Meyer, presidente y principal oficial de operaciones de Universal Studios. “Las historias de Harry Potter son una de las más poderosas de nuestros tiempos y es un honor expandir nuestra experiencia de Orlando y traer The Wizarding World of Harry Potter a Hollywood, cambiando para siempre el turismo en Los Angeles para toda la familia”.

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter representa un nuevo nivel de entretenimiento temático, que trae a la vida las historias de Harry Potter de una manera increíble”, dijo Tom Williams, presidente de la junta directiva y director ejecutivo de Universal Parks and Resorts. “Estamos muy entusiasmados en poder compartir esta experiencia con nuestros visitantes en Hollywood. Y estamos encantados con llevar a niveles aún más grandes lo que ya ha sido creado en Orlando”.

Acerca de Universal Park & Resorts
Universal Parks & Resorts (UPR), una unidad de NBCUniversal de Comcast Corporation, engloba las experiencias de entretenimiento más populares y relevantes de hoy, creando una conexión emocional con sus visitantes alrededor del mundo. Cada año, millones de personas visitan los parques temáticos de Universal para disfrutar de las más emocionantes y famosas atracciones, las cuales están basadas en las historias y personajes más impactantes de la cultura popular. Con Steven Spielberg, ganador de tres premios de la Academia, como asesor creativo, Universal ha creado atracciones que usan tecnología innovadora para crear experiencias que no se pueden encontrar en ningún otro lugar.

NBCUniversal es una de las compañías líder en medios y entretenimiento para el desarrollo, producción y mercadeo de entretenimiento, noticias e información para público a nivel mundial. NBCUniversal posee y opera un valioso portafolio de cadenas de noticias, entretenimiento y deportes; Universal Studios, una compañía de producción de películas líder; producción de televisión; un grupo de estaciones de televisión; y parques temáticos reconocidos mundialmente.

Acerca de Warner Bros. Entertainment
Warner Bros. Entertainment es una de las organizaciones líderes en el mundo de producción de entretenimiento en todas sus formas a través de medios existentes y emergentes. Como parte de Time Warner, el amplio estudio alberga una de las colecciones de marcas más exitosas del mundo y se encuentra a la vanguardia de todos los aspectos de la industria del entretenimiento, desde películas, producción de televisión y distribución mundial de DVDs, hasta distribución digital, animación, revistas de historietas, video juegos, productos  y autorización de licencias para marcas, cine y transmisiones internacionales.

Harry Potter continúa siendo un fenómeno global. Las series de libros de la autora J.K. Rowling han roto récord de ventas, con aproximadamente 450 millones de copias vendidas y ha sido traducida a más de 70 idiomas. Las películas, producidas por Warner Bros. Pictures, han reunido más de US$7.7 mil millones en las boleterías de todo el mundo, convirtiendo a Harry Potter en la franquicia de películas de mayor recaudación en la historia.

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**SPECIAL EVENTS**

Rock In The New Year
Orlando’s Hottest New Year’s Eve Party Featuring Smash Mouth & Big Bad VooDoo Daddy
-          December 31 ~ 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
-          Kick off 2012 with live music, gourmet food and a party that doesn’t stop until next year!
-          Buy your tickets now – on sale at 407.224.5500 and citywalkorlando.com/newyears
-          Must be 21+

Bob Marley’s Island Christmas Celebration
Saturday, December 10, 2011 ~ 4:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
-          Free admission until 8:00 p.m., Admission $15 plus tax after 8:00 p.m.
-          Must be 21+ after 9:00 p.m.
-          Live reggae bands, drink specials, Jamaican & African merchandise vendors and Jamaican food available for purchase

DJ Irie Spinning Live at the groove
Saturday, December 10, 2011 ~ 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
-          $7 cover, 21+ only
-          Grey Goose and Bacardi drink specials

**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4pm – close
- 1/2 off select appetizers
- Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9pm – close
-          No cover for ladies until midnight
-          2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5pm – 8pm

Free dessert with purchase of a lunch entrée ~ now through December 31, 2011
-          Simply present your Universal Orlando theme park ticket to your server
-          Limit one per table

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9pm to close
- Free admission until 10pm
- $7 cover after 10pm; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE
December 11^th ~ Foundation Presents My Morning Jacket with Delta Spirit
December 14^th ~ Alice Cooper with Livan
December 31^st ~ Slightly Stoopid New Year’s Eve with special guests

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at the Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Happy Hour ~ Sunday - Thursday from 11:00 p.m. to close
-          $3 domestic drafts, $4 wells and $5 house margaritas

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5pm – 7pm
Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10pm – 2am
Complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
-          Daily beer and drink specials
-          Showing all NFL, College Football and UFC fights
-          $1.95 Coors Light pilsner refills during all college football games
-          5 for $15 buckets of Miller Light and Coors Light during all NFL games
-          Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and College Football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour daily ~ 4pm – 7pm

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4pm – 10pm
2 for 1 Hurricanes; 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
Sunday – Thursday: 8pm – 10pm; Friday and Saturday: 6pm – 9pm

Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8pm – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Hospitality Tuesdays ~ Tuesdays 10pm - close
Free admission for members of the hospitality industry all evening with your ID or hospitality pay stub
Free parking after 10pm
$2 domestic beers, $3 premium cocktails

Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
TBD

**Dates and times subject to change

ORLANDO, FL – (December 1, 2011) – The three on-site hotels at Universal Orlando Resort will offer guests and local residents a chance to savor the season and celebrate the holiday spirit.  Holiday buffets, special menus, wine and food events, appearances by Santa, a New Year’s Eve luau and brand new Holiday in the Harbor festivities will highlight this holiday season.

New: Holiday in the Harbor at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
All-new Holiday in the Harbor festivities at the Italian-themed Loews Portofino Bay Hotel will feature dining packages in Trattoria del Porto and Mama Della’s Ristorante that include a horse and carriage ride around the hotel’s picturesque harbor and a professional family portrait printed on a tile by Family Art Photography.  Dinner package guests can also enjoy all the other complimentary festivities on the harbor including the nightly grand illumination of the Portofino Christmas tree, holiday carolers, acrobatic elves, storytelling by the tree and a children’s activity area in Babbo Natale’s Sweet Shop, where kids can write letters to the Santa Claus.

Holiday in the Harbor dinner packages, which include carriage rides and family portraits are offered on the evenings of December 9, 10, 16, 17, 18, 23 and 24.  For Holiday in the Harbor dining reservations, call 407-503-1200 or book your reservation on-line through OpenTable for Mama Della's Ristorante or Trattoria del Porto.

Christmas Dining
Special holiday buffets will be offered on Christmas Day at Trattoria del Porto (view menu) at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Islands Dining Room (view menu) at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, featuring an array of culinary delights, entertainment, children’s activities and more.  The Kitchen (view menu) at Hard Rock Hotel will feature special prix fixe menus on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, in addition to their a la carte menu of New American cuisine.  For Christmas dining reservations, call 407-503-DINE (3463) or book your reservation on-line through OpenTable for Trattoria del Porto, Islands Dining Room or The Kitchen.

New Year's Eve Special Events and Dining

Live From Loews . . . New Year's Eve Party on the Piazza
A brand new event will fill the Harbor Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel to ring in 2012.  Live from Loews New Year’s Eve Party on the Piazza is a ticketed event, featuring gourmet food, wine and champagne, live jazz by Johnny Cool and the Mobster Swing Band, dancing and a midnight celebration, all in a special reserved seating area on the hotel’s picturesque outdoor Harbor Piazza.  Tickets are available on-line at http://loewshotels.tix.com.

New Year's Eve Wantilan Luau
Loews Royal Pacific Resort rings in 2012 with a special New Year’s Eve version of the Wantilan Luau, with seating at 6:00 pm.  This family-friendly event features a traditional Polynesian luau, hula dancers, fire knife dancer and New Year’s party favors.  Reservations can be made on-line through OpenTable for the Wantilan Luau.

Buffets and Celebrations
All three on-site hotels will also offer New Year’s Eve buffets. Hard Rock Hotel will offer a holiday buffet in The Kitchen restaurant (view menu), followed by a lobby party from 8:00 pm – 1:00 am, with a DJ, balloon drop, confetti cannons and champagne toast.

Islands Dining Room at Loews Royal Pacific Resort features an Around-the-World buffet, with American, Italian, French and Asian cuisine from 5:00 – 11:00 pm (view menu), with face painters, balloon artists, hula dancers and islands music.

Trattoria del Porto at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel will serve a New Year’s Eve champagne buffet from 5:30 – 11:00 pm, featuring an array of Italian and American specialties (view menu), plus strolling musicians, a children’s holiday craft table, Universal Orlando characters, face painter and balloon artist.

For reservations, call 407-503-DINE (3463) or book your reservation on-line through OpenTable for The Kitchen,  Islands Dining Room or Trattoria del Porto.

For more information, visit universalorlando.com/hotelevents.
 

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About Loews Hotels and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  As part of a joint venture with Universal Parks and Resorts and Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Loews Hotels co-owns and manages three distinctively themed on-site hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.  Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is a re-creation of the famed Mediterranean seaside village of Portofino, Italy and offers the utmost in European style and elegance.  Loews Royal Pacific Resort transports guests to the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific with a serene orchid garden, sparkling waterfalls and exquisite wood carvings.  Hard Rock Hotel features a sweeping California mission-style façade, a palm-lined swimming pool and authentic rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia.  All three hotels are AAA Four Diamond-rated resorts.

About Universal Orlando Resort:  There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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WHAT:          
Universal Orlando Resort’s Holidays event kicks off this weekend with holiday entertainment the whole family will enjoy. At Grinchmas at Islands of Adventure, the popular Dr. Seuss book “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is brought to life in the heartwarming live stage show, “Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular,” starring The Grinch and the Whos from Whoville.

At Universal Studios Florida, the Macy’s Holiday Parade will fill the streets every evening with some of the same iconic elements seen winding through New York City each year at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The beloved parade features colorful holiday characters, fantasy-filled floats and dozens of larger-than-life balloons. Mannheim Steamroller, the masters of Christmas music with more than 40 million albums sold worldwide, returns to the Music Plaza stage in Universal Studios six times this year to play their memorable holiday hits for guests, performing on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18.

Also at Universal Studios, guests can enjoy special holiday-themed versions of their favorite shows, including The Blues Brothers Show and A Day in the Park with Barney, as well as nightly a capella holiday music in the nearby Holiday Village, which is filled with hand-blown glass ornaments, hot chocolate, a cookie decorating location and more.

This special holiday entertainment – including the Mannheim Steamroller concerts – is included as part of regular admission to Universal Orlando’s theme parks. To maximize the fun, guests can experience all holiday-themed activities at both theme parks with any annual pass, two-park or multi-day admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure (*Note: Power Annual Pass is blocked out December 26, 2011 – January 1, 2012).

For more information on Universal Orlando’s Holidays celebration and Florida resident offers, guests can visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/holidays.

WHEN:        
The Holidays fanfare runs Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011 through Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012

WHERE:      
Universal Orlando Resort
Grinchmas at Islands of Adventure
Macy’s Holidays Parade and Mannheim Steamroller concerts at Universal Studios


MEDIA CONTACT:  
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WHAT:
This holiday season, give your loved ones the gift of action and adventure at Universal Orlando Resort with all-new gift cards that can be used seamlessly throughout the entire vacation destination.

For the first time ever, these gift cards can be redeemed anywhere within Universal Orlando – from buying a ticket to the Blue Man Group at Universal CityWalk, to paying for an onsite hotel room, to selecting the perfect memento for your trip at a theme park gift shop.

Available online or at the theme parks, these themed gift cards feature some of the most iconic characters and attractions found at Universal Orlando, including gift cards inspired by The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Shrek, The Simpsons and more.

For more information about Universal Orlando or these all-new gift cards, visit www.universalorlando.com/giftcards.

MORE INFORMATION
Gift Cards Site: www.universalorlando.com/giftcards
Media Site: http://media.universalorlando.com


MEDIA  CONTACT
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HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.  Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR.
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Shrek 4-D © 2011 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C.

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ORLANDO, Fla. (1ero de noviembre, 2011) – Este año, Universal Orlando Resort es el mejor lugar para disfrutar de las festividades navideñas con su familia. Es el único lugar donde podrá ver cara a cara al Grinch y los Whos de Whoville, ver una alegre parada navideña con los gigantescos y coloridos globos de Macy’s y cantar los clásicos de la temporada mientras disfruta de las decoraciones especiales en los parques temáticos.

El evento de Holidays empieza el 3 de diciembre hasta el 1ero. de enero 2012, ofreciendo a todos los visitantes un increíble entretenimiento navideño en Universal Studios Florida y Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

En Islands of Adventure, tanto adultos como niños disfrutarán de Grinchmas, donde la popular historia de Dr. Seuss “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” cobra vida. Los visitantes podrán ver el espectáculo en vivo “Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular”, con el Grinch y los Whos de Whoville, y el cual cuenta con música grabada por Mannheim Steamroller. Los visitantes también tendrán la oportunidad de conocer al Grinch y los Whos, y en fechas selectas, participar de un desayuno con los personajes incluyendo al Grinch.

En Universal Studios, Macy’s Holiday Parade celebrará su décimo aniversario en asociación con Universal Orlando, llenando las calles del parque temático con algunos de los mismos elementos íconos que son parte de la famosa parada Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade en Nueva York cada año. El famoso evento incluye coloridos personajes navideños, carrozas – incluyendo una especialmente diseñada para conmemorar el décimo aniversario – una ceremonia de encendido del árbol de navidad con Santa Claus y gigantescos globos. Además, los visitantes pueden ser parte de la parada como operadores de globos, guiando los gigantes globos de helio, una experiencia totalmente única y exclusiva de Universal Orlando.

Asimismo, Mannheim Steamroller – los maestros de la música navideña con más de 40 millones de discos vendidos a nivel mundial – regresa con más conciertos que nunca. El aclamado grupo musical se presentará en concierto en el Music Plaza Stage en Universal Studios el 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 y 18 de diciembre.

También en Universal Studios, los visitantes podrán disfrutar de una versión navideña de sus espectáculos favoritos y música a capela todas las noches en la Holiday Village, la cual tendrá adornos navideños en cristal soplado, manzanas con caramelo, chocolate caliente y una estación para decorar pastelitos.

La celebración continúa en los hoteles de Universal Orlando – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel y el Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Los huéspedes sentirán el espíritu de la temporada con ceremonias de encendido del árbol navideño, espectáculos musicales, películas navideñas en la piscina, un bufé de comida navideña y eventos especiales durante la cena. El Loews Portofino Bay Hotel empieza la temporada el vienes 25 de noviembre con “Holidays Harbor Nights”, una celebración especial con degustación de vinos, comida y jazz en la piazza, culminando con el encendido del árbol. El Hard Rock Hotel le dará la bienvenida a Santa Claus en el restaurante The Kitchen todos los viernes del mes de diciembre y el Loews Royal Pacific Resort le da la bienvenida al año nuevo con una cena y celebración para toda la familia.

Todo el entretenimiento de la temporada, incluyendo los conciertos de Mannheim Steamroller, está incluido en el precio regular de todos los pases anuales o boletos de admisión para los dos parques.

Este es el mejor momento para comenzar una tradición familiar en el evento de Holidays de Universal Orlando con las siguientes ofertas para los residentes de la Florida:
 

Para más información sobre la celebración navideña de Universal Orlando y las ofertas disponibles, acceda www.universalorlando.com/holidays.

Universal Orlando Resort
Existen muchas maneras de disfrutar sus vacaciones en Orlando – pero existe solamente un Universal Orlando Resort. Es un destino completamente diferente que presenta dos parques temáticos, tres hoteles magníficamente decorados y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno. Es el único destino de Orlando donde usted no sólo puede entretenerse – usted es parte del entretenimiento más emocionante que se haya creado. Puede sobrevolar Hogwarts con Harry Potter, balancearse en las calles con Spider-Man, luchar contra extraterrestres junto al Agent J, y ayudar a Shrek a salvar a Princess Fiona en Shrek 4-D. Usted puede ser valiente, extravagante  y extraordinario.

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WHAT:                     
Universal Orlando Resort will celebrate its commitment to going “green” at its annual Green Fest, a festival promoting eco-friendly living, set to take place at Universal CityWalk on Saturday, November 19, from noon until 6 p.m. Admission to Green Fest is free.

Guests can explore the event’s “green” marketplace, which features environmentally-friendly products from top-named brands like Coca-Cola, Starbucks Coffee and Nestle Waters, as well as sample or purchase organic goods, including food, beer, wine and clothing. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment and music on the Plaza Stage and take part in interactive exhibits with trivia questions and giveaways.

Green Fest takes place during Universal Orlando’s “Green Week,” a company-wide initiative aimed at bringing environmental awareness to the community. As part of its commitment, Universal Orlando has more than 2,100 recycling locations and runs all mobile diesel equipment on biodiesel, an eco-friendly, cleaner burning fuel, among other initiatives.

Launched in May 2007, NBCUniversal’s ongoing green initiative, “Green is Universal,” is dedicated to bringing positive change to the environment by seeking out and implementing ways to make its operations more sustainable. NBCUniversal works throughout the year to educate the public on the environment with green on-air, online and mobile messaging airing across more than 40 NBCU brands.

WHEN:
Saturday, November 19, 2011, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort.

• Free admission to event, regular parking rates apply

CONTACT:
Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations
407.363.8220 / media@universalorlando.com
http://media.universalorlando.com

 
ORLANDO, Fla. (November 16, 2011) –  This spring, the fun and excitement of The Big Easy makes its way to Universal Orlando Resort for Mardi Gras 2012 – an authentic celebration that completely transforms Universal Studios Florida into the famed New Orleans street party.

On select nights February 11 through April 14, 2012, Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration combines unparalleled theme park entertainment with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, dozens of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans bands, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists.

Mardi Gras 2012’s concert series features performances by 14 top-name musicians, including global superstar,

Kelly Clarkson.   Since bursting onto the music scene 10 years ago, she has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide, won two Grammy Awards and recently released her fifth studio album Stronger, featuring the hit single “Mr. Know It All.” Kelly Clarkson will perform at Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration on Feb. 18.  The complete Mardi Gras concert line-up will be released in early 2012.

The other 13 artists taking the stage during Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras 2012 promise to be some of the biggest names in music, spanning multiple music genres. Before enjoying the live concerts, guests can dance along with street performers and collect beads by the handful as the Mardi Gras parade winds down the street of Universal Studios.  The parade’s elaborate, hand-crafted floats are built by Blaine Kern Artists – the same company that designs the floats for the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

The celebration continues at Universal Studios’ French Quarter Courtyard – the heart of Mardi Gras. Here, guests can groove to the soulful sounds of authentic New Orleans bands.  Since 2006, more than 20 bands have traveled straight from The Big Easy to Universal Orlando to perform Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music for partygoers – adding to the authenticity of Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration.  The French Quarter also features delicious Cajun cuisine, including jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and much more.

Mardi Gras is included in regular admission to Universal Studios. Guests can take advantage of this special offer:

MARDI GRAS SPECIAL OFFER

Mardi Gras Getaway

• 3-night accommodations at a Universal Partner Hotel
• 2-day Base ticket to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure
• Early park admission to select attractions in Islands of Adventure
• Complimentary scheduled transportation from hotel to Universal Orlando Resort and more
• Starts at $249 per adult, tax inclusive
• Upgrade to an on-site hotel and receive complimentary Universal Express access to rides and attractions (a free benefit worth up to $87 per person, per day); and a private viewing area for the Mardi Gras parade

 For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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(407) 363-8220

ORLANDO, FL. (November 14, 2011) – On Dec. 31, Universal Orlando Resort guests can ring in 2012 at one of the hottest parties of the year – Universal CityWalk’s New Year’s Eve celebration. As the clock approaches midnight, partygoers will rock out to live concerts by Smash Mouth and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, dine on gourmet cuisine and dance the night away at some of Orlando’s best nightclubs.

The night will begin with a performance by contemporary swing sensation Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, who recently released their eighth studio album, “HOW BIG CAN YOU GET? A Tribute to Cab Calloway.” Their signature, big band swing sound has captivated millions of fans and been featured in television sitcoms, films and even reality shows like “Dancing With the Stars.” With hits like “Go Daddy-O” and “Mr. Pinstripe Suite,” their breakout musical sound will send guests swingin’ to the dance floor.

To top off the celebration, multi-platinum rock band Smash Mouth will hit the stage with their nonstop party vibe and hits like “Walkin’ on the Sun” and “All Star.” With more than 10 million albums sold, Smash Mouth has also brought new life to popular classics like “Can’t Get Enough of You Baby” and “I’m a Believer” – which was featured on the “Shrek” motion picture soundtrack. Smash Mouth continues to play headlining events across the country and is currently working on their sixth studio album.

In addition to live concerts by some of today’s most popular bands, guests can enjoy access to seven of CityWalk’s hottest clubs, including CityWalk’s Rising Star, the groove and Red Coconut Club. Partygoers can also indulge in all-you-can-eat gourmet cuisine and decadent desserts and raise their glass to 2012 with a midnight champagne toast and celebratory confetti burst.

Tickets to Universal CityWalk’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

Admission to Universal CityWalk’s New Year’s Eve celebration includes:
          - Access to both live concerts, featuring Smash Mouth and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
          - All-night admission to seven of Universal CityWalk’s hottest clubs
          - All-you-can-eat gourmet cuisine – including filet mignon, jumbo shrimp and decadent desserts
          - Midnight champagne toast

If purchased by Dec. 15:
Tickets are $119.99 plus tax per person

If purchased between Dec. 15 and Dec. 31:
Tickets are $139.99 plus tax per person

Universal CityWalk’s New Year’s Eve celebration takes place from 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.universalorlando.com/holidays and click on the “New Year’s Eve at Universal CityWalk” button on the left.      

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.   You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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WHAT:
Kevn Kinney, vocalist and guitarist for Drivin N Cryin, a hard and southern rock band from Atlanta, Georgia, will perform a live solo acoustic show at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando’s Velvet Unplugged.  Kevn Kinney's solo career has included the release of a half dozen solo albums and working or performing live with successful artists such as John Popper of Blues Traveler's, Edwin McCain and Peter Buck of R.E.M.

Velvet Unplugged is a laid back acoustic show in the lobby of the exciting Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando.

WHEN:
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Doors open at 7:00 pm, with show starting at 8:00 pm

WHERE:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7834

TICKETS:
Enjoy the show free of charge from the standing section or reserve private, intimate café-style seating - $30 for a table for two or $50 for a table for four.

Reserved tables include complimentary first round of drinks (house wine, house liquor, domestic draft or soda) and complimentary valet or self parking*.  Velvet Unplugged-goers in the standing room only section receive discounted parking rates of $5 self parking or $10 valet parking*.

For information or to make table reservations, call 407-503-2402 or e-mail vs2k3@loewshotels.com.

High resolution image(s) available upon request.  Please contact Jennifer Hodges at JHodges@loewshotels.com.

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

Dates, times, entertainment and benefits subject to change without notice.  *Complimentary and special parking rates not valid for overnight hotel guests.  Hard Rock Hotel © Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc.  All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2011 Universal Studios. © 2011 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.

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**SPECIAL EVENTS**

Late Night at Margaritaville
Nightly ~ 11:00pm – 2:00am
Inside the Restaurant
-          Live Band and No Cover
-          Drink Specials, including $3 domestic drafts, $4 wells and $5 Who’s To Blame margaritas

Green Fest 2011
Saturday November 19, 2011 ~ 12:00pm – 6:00 pm
Come Celebrate a Healthier Way of Life
-          Enjoy an afternoon filled with energy and inspiring ideas about improving the quality of life for everyone! Enjoy:
-          Eco-friendly vendors
-          Organic food and beverages
-          Free samples, Free concert
-          Free event admission, regular parking rates apply

**Restaurants and Clubs**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4pm – close
- 1/2 off select appetizers
- Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9pm – close
-          No cover for ladies until midnight
-          2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5pm – 8pm

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9pm to close
- Free admission until 10pm
- $7 cover after 10pm; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE
November 4^th ~ Chris Cornell Solo Acoustic
November 5^th ~ Poison “Stand For What You Believe” Benefitting Down Syndrome Foundation Florida
November 10^th ~ Korn with Dat Sik, Dop Dod & Downlink
November 11^th ~ Classic Albums Live Featuring The Beatles “White Album”
November 16^th ~ Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience
November 17^th ~ World War III Tour Featuring Hollywood Undead & Asking Alexandria with Borgore, We Came As Romans & D.R.U.G.S.
November 18^th ~ Bob Saget *Mature Content*
November 19^th ~ Share the Welt Tour Featuring Five Finger Death Punch with All That Remains, Hatebreed & Rev Theory
November 27^th ~ 311 with Soulman

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday from 3pm to 5pm

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5pm – 7pm
Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10pm – 2am
Complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
-          Daily beer and drink specials
-          Showing all NFL, College Football and UFC fights
-          $1.95 Coors Light pilsner refills during all college football games
-          5 for $15 buckets of Miller Light and Coors Light during all NFL games
-          Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and College Football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour daily ~ 4pm – 7pm

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4pm – 10pm
2 for 1 Hurricanes; 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
Sunday – Thursday: 8pm – 10pm; Friday and Saturday: 6pm – 9pm

Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8pm – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Hospitality Tuesdays ~ Tuesdays 10pm - close
Free admission for members of the hospitality industry all evening with your ID or hospitality pay stub
Free parking after 10pm
$2 domestic beers, $3 premium cocktails

Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
November 4^th ~ Tower Heist
**Dates and times subject to change

ORLANDO, Fla. (November 1, 2011) – There’s no better place to enjoy the Holidays with your family this year than at Universal Orlando Resort. It’s the only place you can come face-to-face with The Grinch and the Whos from Whoville, watch a cheerful holiday parade filled with big, colorful Macy’s balloons and sing along to the classic sounds of the season as you stroll through a holiday-trimmed theme park with your loved ones.

The Holidays fanfare runs from December 3, 2011 through January 1, 2012, offering guests incredible entertainment themed for the season at both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

At Islands of Adventure, adults and children alike will be entertained when the popular Dr. Seuss book “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is brought to life in Grinchmas. Guests can see the heartwarming live stage show, “Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular,” starring The Grinch and the Whos from Whoville with an original recorded musical score by Mannheim Steamroller. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet The Grinch and the Whos, and on select dates, purchase a spot at a special character breakfast with the mean, green one himself.

At Universal Studios, the Macy’s Holiday Parade will celebrate its 10^th Anniversary of partnership with Universal Orlando by filling the streets every evening with some of the same iconic elements seen winding through New York City each year at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.  The beloved event features colorful holiday characters, fantasy-filled floats – including one specially-designed to commemorate the 10-year milestone – a tree-lighting ceremony by Santa Claus and dozens of larger-than-life balloons.  The Macy’s Holiday Parade also welcomes select park guests to participate in the procession as real balloon-handlers guiding the helium giants, a truly unique and exclusive experience to Universal Orlando.

Returning this year with more concerts than ever before is Mannheim Steamroller – the masters of Christmas music with more than 40 million albums sold worldwide. The acclaimed musical group will take to the Music Plaza stage in Universal Studios six times this year to play their memorable holiday hits for guests, performing on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18.

Also at Universal Studios, guests can enjoy special holiday-themed versions of their favorite shows, and nightly a capella holiday music in the nearby Holiday Village, which is filled with hand-blown glass ornaments, caramel apples, hot chocolate, roasted chestnuts and a cupcake decorating location.

The celebration continues at Universal Orlando’s three on-site hotels – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort – all of which will glisten with holiday decorations. Hotel guests will be immersed in the spirit of the season with tree-lighting ceremonies, special musical performances, holiday pool-side "dive-in" movie presentations and holiday buffets and dining events. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel kicks off the season on Friday, November 25 with 'Holiday Harbor Nights', a wine tasting, food and jazz celebration on the piazza, along with a tree lighting ceremony. Hard Rock Hotel welcomes Santa to The Kitchen restaurant on Fridays in December and Loews Royal Pacific Resort rings in the new year with a family-friendly dinner and celebration.

All holiday entertainment – including the Mannheim Steamroller concerts – is included as part of any annual pass, two-park or multi-day admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. There’s never been a better time to start a new family tradition at Universal Orlando’s Holidays event, as guests can take advantage of these special Florida resident offers:
 

 
For more information on Universal Orlando’s holiday celebration and Florida resident offers, guests can visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/holidays.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.   You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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Burbank, CA, September 20, 2011 – The “Boy Who Lived” comes face to face with the enemy of the wizarding world for a final, epic battle in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ - Part 2” when it arrives on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital Download on November 11 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson return for the closing installment of the most successful film franchise of all time. “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” has earned more than $1.3 billion at the worldwide box office.

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” was directed by David Yates who also helmed the blockbusters “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1.” Returning from previous Harry Potter films is an all-star supporting cast, including Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Warwick Davis, Tom Felton, Ralph Fiennes, Michael Gambon, Ciarán Hinds, John Hurt, Jason Isaacs, Matthew Lewis, Gary Oldman, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, David Thewlis, Julie Walters and Bonnie Wright.

The collective Harry Potter films are the highest-grossing franchise of all time, a global record it has held since the success of the sixth film, 2009’s “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.”

The Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD include an UltraViolet Digital Copy of the standard definition main feature, which allows consumers to download the film to a PC or Mac plus instantly stream it from a digital cloud to many computers, tablets or smartphones.

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” will be available for a limited time only on Blu-ray and DVD, so get your copy before it vanishes from shelves.  New shipments of all eight Harry Potter films on Blu-ray and DVD will cease on December 29, 2011.

The release of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” will also be marked by a special celebration at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort, where the Harry Potter stories live on.  The Harry Potter Home Entertainment Celebration will consist of a series of special events to be attended by cast and filmmakers from the Harry Potter films.  The three-day celebration will take place from Friday, November 11 to Sunday, November 13. Cast and filmmakers expected to be in attendance include James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley), Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick, Griphook), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), Mark Williams (Arthur Weasley), David Bradley (Argus Filch), Jessie Cave (Lavender Brown) and many more to be named later*.

In addition, the exciting global online adventure “Harry Potter: The Quest” continues.   Fans can earn points to unlock content that will give them a deeper look into the world of Harry Potter by playing games, watching videos and having all new Harry Potter experiences that will bring them closer to exciting rewards. For more information and to sign up visit  www.HarryPotterTheQuest.com.   Additional information and content is also available at http://www.facebook.com/harrypottermovie and http://twitter.com/harrypotterfilm.

Also available on November 11 will be “Harry Potter: The Complete 8-Film Collection” featuring the complete Harry Potter film franchise on Blu-ray and DVD.

LEGO® HARRY POTTER™: YEARS 5-7
Available for holiday 2011 will be “LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 5-7.” Published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, developed by TT Games and licensed by the LEGO Group, “LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 5-7” continues the stories of the “Boy Who Lived” in this spell-binding adventure. This time, players are transported through the final three books and final four films – “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™,” “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™,” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™” – to experience Harry’s last years at Hogwarts™ and battle Lord Voldemort™ in the ultimate fight of good vs. evil. The game features lessons, spell-casting, dueling and much more for players of all ages to enjoy.    The game will be available for  Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the Wii™ system, the Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held systems and Windows PC. 

SYNOPSIS

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” is the final adventure in the Harry Potter film series. The much-anticipated motion picture event is the second of two full-length parts.

In the epic finale, the battle between the good and evil forces of the wizarding world escalates into an all-out war. The stakes have never been higher and no one is safe. But it is Harry Potter who may be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice as he draws closer to the climactic showdown with Lord Voldemort. It all ends here.
 

PRODUCT DETAILS

 “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” will be available on Blu-ray Combo Pack, featuring a hi-definition copy, a standard definition copy and an UltraViolet digital copy of the main feature, for $35.99.  It will also be available on single disc DVD with an UltraViolet Digital Copy for $28.98.   

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” can also be purchased for permanent download through iTunes, Zune Marketplace on Xbox 360, Amazon, Vudu and CinemaNow.  A hi-definition version is available for download at the PlayStation Store on PS3 game consoles, PSP and PS Vita.

It will be available to rent ON DEMAND in hi-definition through Digital Cable, IPTV and Satellite TV.

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” will be available to rent via kiosks and subscription on 12/09/11.

“Harry Potter: The Complete 8-Film Collection” will be available on Blu-ray for $139.99 and DVD for $98.92 SRP.

BLU-RAY AND DVD ELEMENTS

The “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” Blu-ray Combo Pack contains the following special features:

• Maximum Movie Mode hosted by Matthew Long (Neville Longbottom) and other cast members (80 minutes) - As the epic showdown between Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort approaches, don’t miss a single detail as the forces of good and evil clash one final time throughout the grounds of Hogwarts.
• A Conversation with JK Rowling and Daniel Radcliffe - Join J.K. Rowling and Daniel Radcliffe for an exclusive conversation about bringing the character of Harry Potter to life, the last decade of films and how their lives have changed by the fame that they’ve both experienced.
• The Goblins of Gringotts - Hosted by Warwick Davis, you’ll see the entire process of becoming a goblin in a Harry Potter film, from auditions and casting to makeup and prosthetic tests as well as filming the final scenes.
• The Women of Harry Potter – A look at the remarkable women in Harry Potter’s life and the critical role they play in the films.
• WB Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
• Deleted Scenes

For PS3® Users:

• Game demo of “LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 5-7 for PS3®

The “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” Standard Definition DVD contains the following special features:

• Deleted scenes

ULTAVOILET™ DIGITAL COPY

Warner Bros. is taking Digital Copy to a whole new level. The “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” UltraViolet Digital Copy includes a Standard Definition Digital Copy of the main feature.  Restrictions apply.  See packaging for details.
 

Standard Street Date: November 11, 2011
DVD Languages: English, Latin Spanish, Canadian French
BD Languages: English, Latin Spanish, Canadian French, Brazilian Portuguese
DVD Subtitles: ESDH, Latin Spanish, Parisian French
BD Subtitles: ESDH, Latin Spanish, Parisian French, Brazilian Portuguese
Running Time: 130 minutes
Rating: PG-13 (for some sequences of intense action violence and frightening images)
DLBY/SURR   DLBY/DGTL   [CC]

 The Credits
About Warner Home Video
A division of Warner Bros. Entertainment Group with operations in 90 international territories, Warner Home Video, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, commands the largest distribution infrastructure in the global video marketplace.  Warner Home Video's film library is the largest of any studio, offering top quality new and vintage titles from the repertoires of Warner Bros. Pictures, Turner Entertainment, Castle Rock Entertainment, Village Roadshow, HBO Home Video, and New Line Home Entertainment.

About Warner Bros. Digital Distribution
A Division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, Warner Bros. Digital Distribution (WBDD) oversees the electronic distribution of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group’s content through Video-On-Demand, Pay-Per-View, Electronic Sell-Through and Subscription Video-On-Demand via cable, satellite, online and mobile channels.   WBDD also distributes content through third party digital retailers and licensees.  A worldwide industry leader since its inception, WBDD also manages the Studio’s E-commerce sites that include WBShop.com and WarnerArchive.com.  Twitter: @WBDigitalDist

Publicity Contacts
Edelman Public Relations
Matt Lifson, Corina Galdamez
323/202-1047, 323/761-6511
matthew.lifson@edelman.com, Corina.galdamez@edelman.com

Warner Home Video
Emily Zalenski, Stuart Herriott
818/977-7450, 818/977-2712
Emily.zalenski@warnerbros.com, stuherriott@hotmail.com

For Online Media Outlets
Warner Home Video
My-lan Beauford, 818/977-6358
mylan.beauford@warnerbros.com

For Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort Public Relations
(407) 363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter

Photo material can be downloaded at www.whvdirect.com.

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*Talent attendees subject to change without notice

 
ORLANDO, FL – (October 26, 2011) – Chefs from Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort have released their Thanksgiving Day menus, which will feature traditional favorites, new twists on holiday fare and family-friendly entertainment.  Their chef-inspired creations will be served on Thanksgiving Day in Trattoria del Porto and Mama Della’s Ristorante at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel and Islands Dining Room at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando.

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel – Trattoria del Porto
A champagne buffet will be served from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm on Thanksgiving Day, featuring smoked salmon, chilled seafood, omelets and crepes to order (11:00 am - 2:00 pm), risotto station (2:00 - 8:00 pm), sage-roasted turkey, New York strip of beef, sea scallops, pasta station, plus a signature pastry station.  Entertainment will include strolling musicians, Universal Orlando characters, children’s craft table, face painter and balloon twister.
Adults: $54 (champagne included)
Children 12 & under: $24 (3 & under complimentary)

Loews Portofino Bay Hotel – Mama Della’s Ristorante
Mama Della’s Ristorante will serve a traditional Thanksgiving family-style menu from 5:30 - 10:00 pm, along with their regular a la carte menu of Italian favorites.  Guests can dine on sage-roasted turkey with Italian bread stuffing, maple-roasted sweet potatoes, green bean casserole and seasonal tarts.
Adults: $38 (Thanksgiving menu)
Children 12 & under: $16 (3 & under complimentary)

Hard Rock Hotel – The Kitchen restaurant
A Thanksgiving Day buffet will be offered from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm and 5:00 - 10:00 pm, featuring a chilled shellfish bar, citrus-brined turkey, glazed ham, rosemary and thyme crusted ribeye, pan-roasted cod, baked ziti, plus traditional side dishes, salads, soup and desserts.  Entertainment will feature Universal Orlando characters, magic man, face painter and a balloon artist.
Adults: $48
Children 12 & under: $18 (ages 3 & under complimentary)

Loews Royal Pacific Resort – Islands Dining Room
A champagne buffet will be served from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm on Thanksgiving Day, featuring a smoked seafood, iced raw bar, sushi, stir fry and omelet stations, rosemary and sage-roasted Carolina turkey, prime rib of beef, pan-seared black grouper, stuffed breast of pheasant, along with freshly baked breads, pastries, cakes and pies.  Entertainment will feature Universal Orlando characters, face painter, balloon twister and hula dancers.
Adults: $48 (champagne included)
Children 12 & under: $24 (ages 3 & under complimentary)

For dining reservations, call 407-503-DINE (3463) or book on-line through OpenTable for:

Trattoria del Porto at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
http://bit.ly/OTPTDP

Mama Della's Ristorante at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
http://bit.ly/OTPMDR

The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel
http://bit.ly/OTHKIT

Islands Dining Room at Loews Royal Pacific Resort
http://bit.ly/OTRIDR

About Loews Hotels and Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando:  As part of a joint venture with Universal Parks and Resorts and Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Loews Hotels co-owns and manages three distinctively themed on-site hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.  Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is a re-creation of the famed Mediterranean seaside village of Portofino, Italy and offers the utmost in European style and elegance.  Loews Royal Pacific Resort transports guests to the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific with a serene orchid garden, sparkling waterfalls and exquisite wood carvings.  Hard Rock Hotel features a sweeping California mission-style façade, a palm-lined swimming pool and authentic rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia.  All three hotels are AAA Four Diamond-rated resorts.

About Universal Orlando Resort:  There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.  You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

Facebook.com/LoewsUniversalOrlando  |  Facebook.com/HardRockHotelOrlando

ORLANDO, FL – (October 20, 2011) – The award-winning culinary team at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando is honored to kick off Eat Local Week, in partnership with Slow Food Orlando, with a food event designed to showcase the bounty of Central Florida.  On Friday, November 11, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm, local residents and hotel guests can enjoy a poolside event featuring innovative food made with ingredients from some of the area’s farmers, fishermen and purveyors.

“We are excited to be chosen to host the kick-off event for Eat Local Week,” says Executive Chef Nando Belmonte.  “My team and I have created a diverse menu that showcases some of our favorite local products. Our aim is to combine great food and drinks, entertainment and camaraderie in a special setting that celebrates the spirit of our hotel and the values we share with Slow Food Orlando.”

The Live from Loews Aloha Friday menu features:

Wild Ocean Seafood Market
Port Canaveral, Florida
Bula Bar & Grill - Korean Fish Taco
Spiced, seared Pacific white fish, chili-lime Napa slaw, homemade flour tortilla.

Palmetto Creek Farms
Avon Park, Florida
Jake’s American Bar - Sous-Vide Pork Belly BLT
Slow-braised pork belly on sourdough bread, Applewood smoked bacon, pickled onions, tomato jam.

Deep Creek Livestock
DeLand, Florida
Islands Dining Room – Hibachi Beef
Hibachi-grilled all natural beef and vegetable fried rice, sweet ginger and creamy garlic sauce.

Hearts of Christmas Farms
Christmas, Florida
Market Salad Station
Assortment of organic greens, cucumbers, carrots, vine-ripened tomatoes, red onion, croutons, shredded cheddar, watermelon radish, garbanzo beans, artichokes, toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, pistachio, cranberry grain mustard dressing, ginger soy, avocado ranch dressing, Olde Hearth Bread Company artisan bread display.

Palmetto Creek Farms
Avon Park, Florida
Wild Ocean Seafood Market
Port Canaveral, Florida
Orchid Court Sushi Bar - Sushi Duo
All natural beef and ruby red shrimp roll pickled ginger, soy and wasabi.

Lake Meadows Farms
Ocoee, Florida
Dessert
Five-spiced custard with caramel sauce, tempura cheese cake with green tea ice cream, Hawaiian dark chocolate Haupia pie.

General admission and VIP tickets for the all-inclusive Live from Loews Aloha Friday event are available on-line at: http://bit.ly/AF1111tix.

The 1,000-room Loews Royal Pacific Resort is the third on-site Loews Hotel at Universal Orlando.  It has been honored by Travel & Leisure Family as one of the top family-friendly resorts in the country and also has been named among the best meeting facilities in the U.S. by Successful Meetings and Meetings & Conventions magazines.  The world-class accommodations at Universal Orlando Resort also include the rock ‘n’ roll themed Hard Rock Hotel and the Italian-themed Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.  All three on-site hotels are connected to each other and to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and CityWalk by a chain of scenic waterways.

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About Loews Hotels
Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels owns and/or operates 18 hotels and resorts in the U.S. and Canada, including the newest 414-room Loews Atlanta Hotel which opened April 1, 2010.  Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards to delight guests with a supremely comfortable, uniquely local and vibrant travel experience.  Loews boasts some of the industry’s most innovative and successful travel programs, including Loews Loves Kids for families and Loews Loves Pets for discerning animals on the road.  For reservations or more information on Loews Hotels, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or check www.loewshotels.com.

About Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation - but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained - you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, help Shrek save Princess Fiona and create mischief with Bart Simpson.  More information is available at www.universalorlando.com.

Facebook.com/LoewsUniversalOrlando

ORLANDO, Fla. (October 14, 2011) – There’s no better place to enjoy the Holidays with your family this year than at Universal Orlando Resort. It’s the only place you can come face-to-face with The Grinch and the Whos from Whoville, watch a cheerful holiday parade filled with big, colorful Macy’s balloons and sing along to the classic sounds of the season as you stroll through a holiday-trimmed theme park with your loved ones.

The Holidays fanfare runs from December 3, 2011 through January 1, 2012, offering guests incredible entertainment themed for the season at both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

At Islands of Adventure, adults and children alike will be entertained when the popular Dr. Seuss book “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is brought to life in Grinchmas. Guests can see the live stage show featuring The Grinch and the Whos from Whoville with an original recorded musical score by Mannheim Steamroller. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet The Grinch and the Whos, and on select dates, purchase a spot at a special character breakfast with the mean, green one himself.

At Universal Studios, the Macy’s Holiday Parade will celebrate its 10^th Anniversary of partnership with Universal Orlando by filling the streets every evening with some of the same iconic elements seen winding through New York City each year at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The beloved event features colorful holiday characters, fantasy-filled floats – including one specially-designed to commemorate the 10-year milestone – a tree-lighting ceremony by Santa Claus and dozens of larger-than-life balloons. The Macy’s Holiday Parade also welcomes select park guests to participate in the procession as real balloon-handlers guiding the helium giants, a truly unique and exclusive experience to Universal Orlando.

Returning this year with more concerts than ever before is Mannheim Steamroller – the masters of Christmas music with more than 40 million albums sold worldwide. The acclaimed musical group will take to the Music Plaza stage in Universal Studios six times this year to play their memorable holiday hits for guests, performing on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18.

Also at Universal Studios, guests can enjoy special holiday-themed versions of their favorite shows, and nightly a capella holiday music in the nearby Holiday Village, which is filled with hand-blown glass ornaments, caramel apples, hot chocolate, roasted chestnuts and a cupcake decorating location.

The celebration continues at Universal Orlando’s three on-site hotels – Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort – all of which will glisten with holiday decorations. Hotel guests will be immersed in the spirit of the season with tree-lighting ceremonies, special musical performances, holiday pool-side "dive-in" movie presentations and holiday buffets and dining events. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel kicks off the season on Friday, November 25 with 'Holiday Harbor Nights', a wine tasting, food and jazz celebration on the piazza, along with a tree lighting ceremony. Hard Rock Hotel welcomes Santa to The Kitchen restaurant on Fridays in December and Loews Royal Pacific Resort rings in the new year with a family-friendly dinner and celebration.

All holiday entertainment – including the Mannheim Steamroller concerts – is included as part of two-park or multi-day admission to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. There’s never been a better time to start a new family tradition at Universal Orlando’s Holidays event, as guests can take advantage of a special holiday vacation package:
 

For more information on Universal Orlando’s holiday celebration and offers, guests can visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/holidays.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort.  It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex.  It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created.  You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D.   You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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**SPECIAL EVENTS**

Late Night at Margaritaville
Nightly ~ 11:00pm – 2:00am
Inside the Restaurant
-    Live Band and No Cover
-    Drink Specials, including $3 domestic drafts, $4 wells and $5 Who’s To Blame margaritas

Pat O’Brien’s Party on the Patio
Friday and Saturday Nights During Halloween Horror Nights ~ 9:00pm – 2:00 am
-    Drink specials all night long
-    Live entertainment on the Flaming Fountain Stage
-    Includes admission to the Dueling Pianos Bar and the Locals Bar
-    Free admission with today’s Halloween Horror Nights ticket stub or CityWalk Party Pass; All others: admission is $7
-    Must be 21 and up after 9pm

**RESTAURANTS AND CLUBS**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4pm – close
- 1/2 off select appetizers
- Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9pm – close
-    No cover for ladies until midnight
-    2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5pm – 8pm

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9pm to close
- Free admission until 10pm
- $7 cover after 10pm; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE
October 8th ~ The Script with Hot Chelle Rae
October 11th ~ Peter Frampton – Peter Frampton Comes Alive 35th Anniversary Tour
October 13th ~ Adele
October 14th ~ John Oliver *Mature Content*
October 20th ~ Hard Rock Live & Foundation present Bassnectar with Amp Live
October 23rd ~ Dream Theater with Trivium

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday from 3pm to 5pm

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5pm – 7pm

Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10pm – 2am
Complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
-    HHN Tailgate specials, daily beer and drink specials
-    Showing all NFL, College Football, MLB games and UFC fights
-    $1.95 Coors Light pilsner refills during all college football games
-    5 for $15 buckets of Miller Light and Coors Light during all NFL games
-    Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and College Football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour daily ~ 4pm – 7pm
-    Ask our servers for our daily drink specials

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4pm – 10pm
2 for 1 Hurricanes; 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
Sunday – Thursday: 8pm – 10pm; Friday and Saturday: 6pm – 9pm

Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8pm – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Hospitality Tuesdays ~ Tuesdays 10pm - close
Free admission for members of the hospitality industry all evening with your ID or hospitality pay stub
Free parking after 10pm
$2 domestic beers, $3 premium cocktails

Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
October 14th ~ The Thing
**Dates and times subject to change

WHAT:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando wraps up this year's 2011 lobby concert series in October with Halloween Velvet Sessions featuring Survivor, performing hits "Eye Of The Tiger," "I Can't Hold Back," "High On You," "The Search Is Over," "Burning Heart," "Is This Love?" and more.

This month, Velvet Sessions guests can enter a Halloween costume contest for a chance to win:

First place - a two-night stay in a garden view room at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando.

Second place - dinner for two in The Kitchen restaurant, up to $100.

Third place - two tickets to one Velvet Sessions show in 2012 (January through August).

All Halloween Velvet Sessions tickets include: Halloween costume party and contest, free specialty drinks, finger foods and warm-up tunes from 6:30 pm until show time, cash bars and live band from show time onward and complimentary valet parking*.  Plus, after the show, Velvet Sessions-goers can hang out in Velvet Bar, where a DJ plays tunes until 1:00 am!

Velvet Sessions is Hard Rock Hotel’s special rock 'n' roll cocktail party and lobby concert held the last Thursday of the month (January through October).  Visit VelvetSessions.com to buy your tickets and receive monthly updates on who’s playing.

Velvet Sessions is a 21 and older event.

WHEN:
Thursday, October 27, at 6:30 pm

WHERE:
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
5800 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida  32819-7834

TICKETS:
Halloween Velvet Sessions tickets are $45 on-line* at http://bit.ly/VS1011tix or $50 at the door.  Purchase tickets on-line and receive early entry at 6:00 pm.

Log onto VelvetSessions.com or call 407-503-2401 for more information.

High resolution image(s) available upon request.  Please contact Jennifer Hodges at JHodges@loewshotels.com.

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About Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando: 
The heart of rock 'n' roll beats at the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel.  The vibes can be heard around the grounds, even under water at the pool, with music from the world’s most popular artists.  Covering 14 acres at Universal Orlando Resort, the hotel opened in January of 2001, and is a AAA Four Diamond property.  The excitement never stops at this "Hotel California" inspired, mission-style property.

ORLANDO, Fla. (September 23, 2011) – Screams will fill the darkness tonight as Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 21 officially opens at Universal Studios Florida.  Starting tonight and running select nights through October 31, guests will confront extreme Halloween entertainment that cannot be experienced anywhere else.

Recently named “the country’s best Halloween event” for the fourth consecutive year by Amusement Today, Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights is not your typical Halloween event.  Each year, the bar is raised as Universal Orlando creates original, horrifying experiences to entertain thousands of guests from all over the world.

This year’s event will be the most intense yet as Halloween Horror Nights 21 features ALL-NEW terrifying content. Guests will experience:

• Eight elaborate haunted houses, including the In-Between, where they’ll don 3-D glasses and enter an ominous portal filled with fiendish creatures; The Forsaken, where they’ll face the vengeful souls of a condemned ship; and Winter’s Night: The Haunting of Hawthorn Cemetery, where they’ll be haunted by the dead
• Six inescapable scarezones, like Acid Assault, where they’ll be surrounded by the vicious survivors of a city plagued with Acid Rain, and Your Luck Has Run Out, where they’ll take a chance and face the monstrous Lady Luck – the force behind this year’s event
• Two outrageous shows, including the return of the popular Bill & Ted’s Excellent Halloween Adventure and Death Drums, an all-new seductive drumming experience

For a detailed listing of each haunted house, scarezone and show featured at this year’s event, see below.

Halloween Horror Nights 21 begins at 6:30 p.m. For more information about the event – or to purchase tickets – visit www.halloweenhorrornights.com/orlando. Due to the event’s popularity, tickets for weekend nights are expected to sell out and should be purchased well in advance.

Guests can get updates and exclusive details on Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights on the event’s official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/halloweenhorrornightsorlando) and Twitter handle (@UORHHN). 

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MEDIA CONTACT:   
Universal Orlando Public Relations
http://media.universalorlando.com                     
(407) 363-8220

AN OVERVIEW OF HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 21

EIGHT HAUNTED HOUSES

Nevermore: The Madness of Poe
The madness of Edgar Allen Poe’s greatest works has come to life.  Step into the mind of the iconic writer, where every turn of the page takes you closer to the brink of insanity.

The Forsaken
Four ships began Columbus’s fateful voyage, only three became legend. Condemned to a watery grave, the mutinous and cursed crew of that fourth ship has returned with a vengeance.  For within the walls of a Spanish fort, a maelstrom has brought from the depths....death itself.

H.R. Bloodengutz Presents: Holidays of Horror
Join creature feature host, H.R. Bloodengutz, in his final televised broadcast as he presents a SCARE-athon of holiday-based horror that is guaranteed to cleave you screaming for more.

The Thing
Paranoia spreads like an epidemic among a group of researchers in an isolated Antarctic outpost as they are infected, one by one, by a horrifying creature from another planet. In a place where there is nothing, they found something.

Saws N’ Steam: Into the Machine
Spinning blades and massive, crushing pistons await you around every corner as you are forced deeper into the bowels of a mechanical nightmare.  Give yourself to “The Machine.”

The In-Between
An ominous portal reveals a 3rd dimension where all is not what it seems: a realm where our world and another collide.  Surrounded by fiendish creatures, your eyes will deceive you with every step through this phantasm of terror.

Winter’s Night: The Haunting of Hawthorn Cemetery
As snow falls on this normally serene gothic cemetery, the deceased souls that occupy its confines have their sights set upon you, insuring that the chill you feel up your spine is more than just the cold of night.

Nightingales: Blood Prey
Within every war, the Nightingales have appeared.  Able to transform themselves to fit any setting, these savage banshees feed on the weak and the helpless.  Patrolling WWI era trenches, you discover that you are more than just at war…you’re being hunted.

SIX SCAREZONES

Acid Assault
For decades now the city has been degrading from the effects of Acid Rain that still falls today, caused by factories which sprung up on the city’s edges during the 20th century.  Those that have lived and survived the blistering decay are all alone in the city. Survivors have stripped the city of all life to sustain their own…dare to enter the ACID ASSAULT.

Canyon of Dark Souls
Upon entering into the Canyon of Dark Souls, you will feel like a small spec of humanity as the overwhelming sense of death surrounds you. Creatures that dwell within the Canyon are not welcoming so walk slowly as to not disturb them.

Grown Evil
Enter, if you dare, into our garden where Evil grows. Nature has taken this once well manicured sanctuary back from the humans who once kept it.  Now the creatures that inhabit the garden are making any human that enters their prey.

NightMaze
Journey through the ever changing maze of darkness.  This all black maze will morph and change as you walk through it. You will not be scared the same way twice.

7
As daylight shines upon our Temptresses, their appearance, though evil, allows you the spectacle of beauty.  As night falls, these 7 temptresses will show their true colors and take on their true Fatal Evil forms. Beware of your own temptations.

Your Luck Has Run Out
Enter if you dare into the lair of the LUCKY!  Your choices will determine if you make it out alive. Witness lucks deadly wrath, will she choose you to be her next victim?

TWO LIVE SHOWS

Bill & Ted’s Excellent Halloween Adventure
Party on as those two most excellent dudes return to skewer the biggest names in entertainment and pop culture.

Death Drums
A seductive, hard-hitting and raw extreme drumming experience. 

 
**SPECIAL EVENTS**

CityWalk’s Labor Day Celebration
Sunday, September 4, 2011 ~ 9:00pm – 2:00am
Must be 21 and up, $10 admission
- 10 DJs spinning throughout the night, including DJ Nova and DJ A-Rock
- Corona, Grey Goose, Bacardi and Red Bull drink specials
- VIP bottle service and private cabanas available
- Steve Burton

Halfway to St. Patty’s Day
Saturday, September 17, 2011 ~ 4:00pm – 2:00 am
- Free admission until 6:00pm, after 6:00pm admission: $10; VIP admission: $15
- Must be 21+ after 9pm
- Traditional Irish food and drinks available for purchase
- Happy hour 4pm - 6pm, $6.50 Fuzzy Leprechans
- Live entertainment, stilt walkers, bead girls and more!

**RESTAURANTS AND CLUBS**

Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
Legendary Thursdays ~ 4pm – close
- 1/2 off select appetizers
- Heineken and Appleton Run and Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Ladies Night ~ Sundays, 9pm – close
- No cover for ladies until midnight
- 2 for 1 drink specials until midnight: Hypnotiq, Bacardi, Grey Goose and Red Stripe

Entertainment
Mystik NRG ~ Monday – Friday
Chain Reaction ~ Saturday & Sunday

CityWalk’s Rising Star
Entertainment
Karaoke with Live Band & Backup Singers ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Karaoke with Backup Singers ~ Sunday & Monday

Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando
Happy Hour ~ Daily: 5pm – 8pm

the groove
80s Night – Every Thursday from 9pm to close
- Free admission until 10pm
- $7 cover after 10pm; 21 and up for admission
- Russian Standard & Pinnacle Vodka drink specials

Entertainment
DJs ~ nightly

Hard Rock Live
Purchase tickets at the Hard Rock Live Box Office or by calling 407-351-LIVE

September 1st ~ Hard Rock Live and AEG Live Presents Rodney Carrington *Mature Content*
September 11th ~ Hard Rock Live Presents Franco De Vita

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville
Happy Hour at Lone Palm ~ Monday – Friday from 3pm to 5pm

Entertainment
Blue Stone Circle ~ Tuesday – Saturday
Hypersona ~ Sunday & Monday
Guitar Hero at Lone Palm ~ Daily
Live Guitar Soloist on the Porch of Indecision ~ Daily
Interactive DJ on the Porch of Indecision ~ Friday & Saturday

Latin Quarter
Happy Hour ~ Sunday – Friday 5pm – 7pm

Ladies Night Every Thursday ~ 10pm – 2am
Complimentary admission and drink specials all night long

Entertainment
Alejandro Kartal ~ Nightly on the patio
DJ Leony ~ Thursday – Saturday

NASCAR Sports Grille
- Showing all NFL, College Football, MLB games and UFC fights
- Beer and drink specials during all NFL and College Football games
- All day, every day draft specials
- Retail shop with the latest in NASCAR, NFL and College Football merchandise

NBA City
All sports, all the time!
Happy Hour daily ~ 4pm – 7pm
- Ask our servers for our daily drink specials

Pat O’Brien’s Orlando
2 for Tuesdays ~ 4pm – 10pm
2 for 1 Hurricanes; 2 for 1 domestic drafts and specialty drinks

Entertainment
World Famous Dueling Piano Players ~ Nightly

Red Coconut Club
Nightly Happy Hour
Sunday – Thursday: 8pm – 10pm; Friday and Saturday: 6pm – 9pm

Ladies Night every Thursday ~ 8pm – close
Ladies receive complimentary admission and drink specials all evening

Hospitality Tuesdays ~ Tuesdays 10pm - close
Free admission for members of the hospitality industry all evening with your ID or hospitality pay stub
Free parking after 10pm
$2 domestic beers, $3 premium cocktails

Entertainment
Herb Williams Band ~ Thursday – Saturday
DJs ~ Nightly

AMC Universal Cineplex 20 with IMAX
September 30th ~ Dream House
**Dates and times subject to change
 

ORLANDO, Fla. – Guests visiting Universal Orlando Resort can experience the world-renowned and outrageously fun Blue Man Group show at Universal CityWalk.  The wildly successful live entertainment experience – which occupies the state-of-the-art Sharp AQUOS Theatre – adds an entirely new dimension of live entertainment to Universal Orlando.

The one-of-a-kind show combines music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to create the blissful party atmosphere that is a Blue Man Group trademark. The production has been custom-designed for Universal Orlando and includes elements of the group’s existing shows as well as newly created material exclusive to this production.

Blue Man Group performs continuously throughout the week from Universal Orlando Resort’s Sharp AQUOS Theatre. The 1,000-seat theater, complete with a 30-foot-tall Blue Man façade, is accessible from both Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Florida. The façade’s large size makes Blue Man visible from nearly everywhere in CityWalk, adding to the distinct variety offered by the already established hotels, restaurants, clubs, theaters, shops and theme parks.

“We are thrilled to offer this exciting show to our guests,” said Bill Davis, president of Universal Orlando Resort. “Blue Man Group is a perfect complement to the incredible experiences at Universal Orlando Resort.”

“Because Universal Orlando is known for its cool, stimulating experiences, we feel it’s the perfect place for a Blue Man show,” said Blue Man Group Co-founder Chris Wink.

The Blue Man Group show is a separately ticketed event with tickets starting at $64 for adults and $25 for children ages 3-9.  For more information or to purchase tickets, guests may visit www.universalorlando.com/blueman. 

About Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group features three enigmatic, bald, blue characters who take the audience through a multimedia, multi-sensory experience. It combines theatre, percussion, music, art, science, and humor into a unique, modern-day vaudevillian show. . In addition to Orlando, various Blue Man Group productions can be seen nightly in New York, Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Berlin, and Tokyo.

Orlando’s Blue Man Group production, including exclusive material that can not be seen anywhere else, takes place in the 1,000-seat Sharp Aquos Theatre, built especially for this spectacular performance next to Universal Studios Florida and part of Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk

For more information about Blue Man Group at Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.universalorlando.com/blueman.

Universal Orlando Resort
There are many ways to enjoy your Orlando vacation – but there is only one Universal Orlando Resort. It is a completely separate destination featuring two theme parks, three magnificently themed on-site hotels and a nighttime entertainment complex. It’s the only Orlando destination where you are not just entertained – you are part of the most exhilarating entertainment ever created. You can soar above Hogwarts with Harry Potter, swing above the streets with Spider-Man, battle aliens alongside Agent J, and help Shrek save Princess Fiona in Shrek 4-D. You can be courageous, be outrageous – and be extraordinary.

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MEDIA CONTACTS:
Universal Orlando Resort
Public Relations
407-363-8220
http://media.universalorlando.com

Laura Camien
Blue Man Productions
917-442-0675
LauraC@blueman.com

 
ORLANDO, Fla. (August 31, 2011) – Você procura por ela… com a esperança de que ela ficará do seu lado.  Ela aparece… uma encantadora sedutora… e você decide arriscar a sorte.

Mas quanto mais você se arrisca, mais ela deseja… você.  Seus olhos ficam gélidos. Seu rosto se contorce em... algo que não é humano.  Sua risada charmosa se transforma em um grunhido enraivecido.  Sua sorte acabou.  Você fez sua última escolha.

Durante 25 noites, a partir de 23 de setembro, o Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, o melhor e mais intenso evento de Halloween do país, está de volta. Você vai encontrar  um divertimento extremo de Halloween que não pode ser vivenciado em nenhum outro lugar.  Este ano, você não vai parar de gritar quando se tornar presa de criaturas diabólicas, vai entrar em pânico ao ficar frente a frente com uma “coisa” horripilante, sentir calafrios ao ser assombrado por almas do além – e ver, com um medo paralisante, Lady Luck transformar-se de uma sedutora diva em um monstro sedento por sangue.

Lady Luck é a temática por trás do evento deste ano, e ela está esperando quem seja suficientemente corajoso para desafiá-la e arriscar-se.  Sua principal arma é a escolha, e seu desejo é que você faça a sua.  Mas não importa o que você decida: você não pode escapar do terror que ela traz para o Halloween Horror Nights 21.

Clique aqui para saber mais detalhes sobre o evento e ver a real face de Lady Luck.

Veja abaixo uma lista detalhada de cada casa mal-assombrada, áreas de susto e espetáculo ao vivo do evento deste ano.

As Halloween Horror Nights acontecem dias 23 e 24 de setembro, 29 e 30 de setembro e, no mês de outubro, dias 1 e 2, 6 a 9, 13 a 16, 19 a 23 e 26 a 31.  Os ingressos e pacotes de ferias já estão à venda e podem ser adquiridos pelo site: www.halloweenhorrornights.com/orlando. Devido a popularidade do evento, os ingressos para as noites aos finais de semana devem se esgotar rapidamente, portanto devem ser comprados com bastante antecedência.

Você pode obter atualizações e detalhes exclusivos sobre Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights na página oficial do evento no Facebook (www.facebook.com/halloweenhorrornightsorlando) e também no Twitter (@UORHHN). 

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 VISÃO GERAL DO HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 21

OITO CASAS MAL-ASSOMBRADAS

Nevermore: The Madness of Poe
A loucura das maiores obras de Edgar Allen Poe ganhou vida. Penetre a mente desse escritor icônico, em que a cada página virada, você se aproxima mais do limite da insanidade.

The Forsaken
Quatro embarcações começaram a fatídica viagem de Colombo, mas apenas três se tornaram lendárias . Condenada às profundezas dos mares, a tripulação amotinada e amaldiçoada daquela quarta nau voltou com sede de vingança.  Para dentro dos muros de um forte espanhol, um redemoinho trouxe das profundezas.... a própria morte.

H.R. Bloodengutz Presents: Holidays of Horror
Junte-se ao apresentador-criatura, H.R. Bloodengutz, em seu último programa televisionado, apresentando um show de Medo e Horror ,  que com certeza, vai fazer você querer gritar ainda  mais.

The Thing
A paranoia se espalha como uma epidemia entre um grupo de pesquisadores em um isolado posto avançado na Antártida. Infectados, um a um, por uma criatura horripilante de outro planeta, eles encontram alguma coisa em um lugar onde nada poderia existir..

Saws N’ Steam: Into the Machine
Lâminas voadoras e pesados pistões esmagadores esperam por você em cada esquina à medida que você é obrigado a ir cadavez mais fundo nas entranhas deste pesadelo mecânico.  Renda-se ao “The Machine.”

The In-Between
Um portal assustador revela uma 3ª dimensão onde nada é o que parece: um reino em que o nosso e um outro mundo colidem.  Cercado por criaturas diabólicas, seus olhos vão enganá-lo a cada passo dado através desse ilusionismo de terror.

Winter’s Night: The Haunting of Hawthorn Cemetery
Conforme a neve cai nesse cemitério gótico normalmente sereno, as almas dos mortos que ocupam suas fronteiras têm seus olhos voltados para você, garantindo que o calafrio que você sente subindo pela espinha é mais do que simplesmente o clima frio da noite.

Nightingales: Blood Prey
Em toda guerra, os voluntários aparecem.  Capazes de se transformarem para se adaptarem a qualquer ambiente, essas espíritos selvagens se alimentam dos fracos e indefesos. Patrulhando as trincheiras da época da I Guerra Mundial, você descobre que está mais do que simplesmente em uma guerra… você está sendo caçado.

SEIS ÁREAS DE SUSTO

Acid Assault
Há décadas, a cidade vem se degradando pelos efeitos da Chuva Ácida que cai  até hoje, provocada por fábricas que brotaram às margens da cidade durante o século XX.  Aqueles que viveram e sobreviveram à desintegração acelerada estão isolados na cidade. Os sobreviventes privaram a cidade de qualquer tipo de vida para se sustentarem… atreva-se a entrar no ACID ASSAULT.

Canyon of Dark Souls
Ao entrar no Canyon of Dark Souls, você vai querer viver um pouco mais à medida que a sensação opressiva de morte se fecha à sua volta. As criaturas que vivem dentro do Canyon não são receptivas, portanto ande devagar para não incomodá-las.

Grown Evil
Entre, se tiver coragem, em nosso jardim onde o Mal floresce. A natureza tomou de volta dos humanos este santuário que, um dia, foi bem tratado. Agora, as criaturas que habitam o jardim transformam qualquer humano que ouse entrar em sua presa.

NightMaze
Viaje através do labirinto de escuridão sempre mutante.  Este labirinto todo preto se transforma à medida que você o atravessa. Você não vai levar o mesmo susto duas vezes.

7
À medida que a luz do dia brilha sobre nossas Sedutoras divas, (Temptresses), sua aparência, embora maléfica, lhe permite um espetáculo de beleza.  À medida que a noite cai, essas 7 mulheres sedutoras mostram suas verdadeiras cores e assumem suas verdadeiras formas de Mal Fatal. Cuidado com suas próprias tentações.

Your Luck Has Run Out
Entre, se você tiver coragem, no covil da LUCKY!  Suas escolhas determinarão se você conseguirá sair vivo. Testemunhe a ira mortal da Luck, será que ela lhe escolherá como sua próxima vítima?

DOIS ESPETÁCULOS AO VIVO

Bill & Ted’s Excellent Halloween Adventure
Divirta-se enquanto esses dois excelentes artistas voltam para representar os maiores nomes do entretenimento e da cultura pop.

Death Drums
Uma experiência sedutora, incisiva e extrema de tambores.