Icon Now Removed From Hollywood Studios

Disney typically tries to hide refurbishment and work from guests, but there is no hiding the HUGE demolition at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Take a look at the current work in progress.

Hollywood Studios Changes

In the wise words of Walt Disney, the Disney Parks will continue to be reimagined as long as there is imagination left in the world. However, the current state of Disney's Hollywood Studios does not match the initial concept for this 3rd Theme Park at Walt Disney World.

With the removal of The Great Movie Ride, The Studio Backlot Tour, and Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure, to name a few classics, the original idea of MGM Studios serving as a window into "Old Hollywood" has changed.

Disney announced that the entire Muppets Courtyard would close, but the Muppets will relocate with a retheme of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster.

Muppet Courtyard Removed

Construction walls have surrounded Muppet Courtyard for several months. At the end of July, the Stage 1 Company Store was demolished.

Since that time, we have noticed more changes with the removal of the Muppet Vision 3D marquee sign.

Today, one of the biggest icons for the Muppet Courtyard, the large neon PizzeRizzo sign, is now removed from the Muppet Courtyard.

"Monstropolis" Expansion

The demolition of Muppet Courtyard makes way for Monsters, Inc.-themed area known as "Monstropolis".

PizzeRizzo sign has been removed from the former Muppet Courtyard.

Earlier this month, we saw an aerial view of the work taking place, and it is massive. This will be the home of the thrill roller coaster inspired by the swinging door scene from the Monsters Inc. film.

Although we love the new things coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios, it is still sad to say goodbye to Muppet Courtyard.

What do you think of this big expansion? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna loved Disney from an early age. As a child, her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land." As an adult, she enjoys planning and creating magical vacations for her family. She always brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of Pixie Dust!