Star Wars Weekends at Walt Disney World |
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June 6 - 8, 2008
June 13 - 15, 2008
June 20 - 22, 2008
June 27 - 29, 2008
A long time ago in a galaxy not so far away, the power of the Force combined with the magic of Disney to present the very first Star Wars Weekends.
This summer, as Star Wars celebrates its 30th anniversary, the adventure continues as Star Wars Weekends returns to Disney's Hollywood Studios.
For four consecutive weekends in June -- every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from June 6 - June 29, 2008 -- the Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park comes alive as heroes, droids, villains, Jedi and evil Sith gather for a grand celebration of the Star Wars films.
Event activities are included in regular admission to the Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park.
Celebrating the complete epic Star Wars saga -- there's something for everyone with Star Wars celebrity meet-and-greets, Hollywood-style motorcades and appearances by favorite characters including Queen Amidala, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, Greedo, Darth Vader and Darth Maul. Even Jedi Mickey Mouse -- dressed in his very own Jedi robe -- makes special appearances during the event.
Guests are encouraged to join the fun by dressing in their favorite Star Wars-inspired apparel and costumes.
Anchored by the theme park's famous Star Tours thrill ride, Star Wars Weekends features popular events and activities including Jedi Training Academy -- an interactive, immersive experience that calls forth chosen young "Obi-Wanna-Bes" to perfect their best lightsaber strategies under the tutelage of a Jedi Master.
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Celebrity Lineup
Star Wars celebrity guests scheduled to appear this year include:
All Four Weekends -- Celebrity Host
Warwick Davis ("Wicket the Ewok")
Weekend 1 -- June 6-8:
Jeremy Bulloch ("Boba Fett ")
Daniel Logan
("young Boba Fett ")
The Fetts return! Jeremy Bulloch is known best for his role as the legendary bounty hunter Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. He also made a brief cameo as Captain Colton in Revenge of the Sith. Daniel Logan played the young Boba Fett in Attack of the Clones, as well as all the 10-year old clones on Kamino.
Weekend 2 -- June 13-15:
Peter Mayhew ("Chewbacca")
David Prowse ("Darth Vader")
Two fan favorites share the stage: Peter Mayhew is no stranger to Star Wars Weekends. The towering Mayhew played the loyal Wookiee Chewbacca in the original trilogy, and revisited the role in Revenge of the Sith. David Prowse is another imposing presence -- he filled out Darth Vader's awesome form in the original trilogy, playing the man behind the mask.
Weekend 3 -- June 20-22:
Amy Allen ("Aayla Secura")
Matt Wood ("General Grievous")
Amy Allen played the role of the striking Jedi Knight Aayla Secura in Episode II and III. Also there that weekend will be Episode III's Supervising Sound Editor Matthew Wood, the voice of the evil General Grievous in that movie as well as the upcoming animated series, The Clone Wars.
Weekend 4 -- June 27-29:
Jake Lloyd ("Anakin Skywalker")
Dave Filoni
The creative force behind the next chapter of the Star Wars saga, Dave Filoni is the Supervising Director of The Clone Wars animated feature and series, as well as a die-hard Star Wars fan himself. What does the future hold in store for Star Wars? He'll be there to offer an inside look.
Festival Highlights
And the fun doesn't stop there. Other festival highlights include:
- Stars of the Saga -- Visiting Star Wars celebrities take part in daily autograph sessions, talk show-style conversations and Hollywood-style motorcades.
- To Endor... and Back? -- Guests can take flight to the moon of Endor in Star Tours, an action-packed flight simulator that salutes the Star Wars series.
- One-of-a-Kind Collectibles -- Star Wars fans will find a treasure trove of event-exclusive Star Wars memorabilia -- from limited-edition Disney character figures (clad in famous Star Wars costumes), trading pins and commemorative posters to apparel, medallions, action figures and other commemorative items.
- Legends of the Force -- Star Wars characters, celebrities and more are featured in a daily motorcade which travels from the entrance of the theme park to the Star Tours attraction.
- Behind the Force -- A behind-the-scenes film presentation shows guests some of the movie magic Lucasfilm Ltd. created to bring the Star Wars saga to the cinema.
- Hyperspace Hoopla -- A nightly grand finale featuring Star Wars characters and high-energy music brings each event day to a close.
The Characters will be with You
Immerse yourself in the saga with your favorite celebrities and characters from the film series.
Aurra Sing
Boba Fett
Cantina Band
Chewbacca
Clonetroopers
Darth Maul
Darth Vader
Ewoks
Jango Fett Jawas
Luke Skywalker
Princess Leia
Queen Amidala
R2-D2
Shaak Ti
Stormtroopers
Tusken Raiders
Zam Wesell
Jedi Mickey
Leia Minnie
Vader Goofy
Stormtrooper Donald
