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Another tease. We’ve had 8, now 10. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL5keiRixM0/?igsh=cjE0NDI4cmVyN202

Then promote it better than day of “pop up”.

That. Exactly. Ours would probably arch higher as they are closer to the center. That actually adds another “look” to the fountain, as opposed to “slightly crooked vertical, and vertical.

If they would JUST angle the multi stream jets more dramatically to the center it would help. As it is they serve no purpose just slightly off center at every angle. They should arch toward the middle.

Perfect description. It’s like the guy folding the hose in half to make the water dance.

Except they don’t really “interact” they just go back to squirting up and down throughout the whole show. The pedestals COULD have been retrofitted like the lotus barges from Rivers of Light- maybe even incorporating flame effects. Imagine new bowls with higher sides that hid choreographed jets during the day (they would just be “fixed” until show time) fire effects, lighting etc. The smaller barges really only had 5 jets each. Even if they reduced two three pedestals it would be better. https://youtu.be/TYiWk0JP6Sc?si=35zTKee-_hNatTOd

I almost wish they would go through the portfolio and identify 4-6 “flagship parks” that are NOT called 6 flags, but their regional name (Kings Island, great America, or make up new names for the existing ones that are “six flags” that qualify for flagship status due to attraction inventory, market potential, proximity to population epicenters etc. then rebrand the others “SixFlags” wherever it is. Market them separately, price them differently, and provide a premium product there. Price, staff and build out the others accordingly. This would only work if they hadn’t renamed the entire company SixFlags (big mistake imo)

I personally thought they looked better “stuck”. At least they weren’t popping pointlessly all day long. Looked closer to the original. I still don’t understand why the center nozzles are so puny. At least the middle should be grand and dense. The whole thing looks like a sad shopping center.

There’s already a “fun tv” and if you saw the original concept art in the show lobby in 22-23, you’ll realize that Phantom Theatre DID go through budget cuts that took it from a great attraction to good.

They put the pedestal bowls back and all the proper nozzles!!?? Wow. I didn’t know that was in the works!

It originally was a stream.

The tease continues https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLQJNSPyWRc/?igsh=MWdkM2l0N2R3ajBkbQ==

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLDZn22BC5r/?igsh=emM1aWloYnJ6bHpk people keep saying “flight simulator” but the park keeps saying “not been done before” so it will be interesting to see what actually gets announced.

You mean for the “street part” that doesn’t move?? The marketing pictures- while from KI along with the description of this clearly indicated it was at least INTENDED to be more similar to the KI moveable party. This must’ve been a late in the game cut where they just rolled the float units out and combined the parade expense with the stage show and cut the parade “street party” idea.

Ok. Two (and yes I knew about that one, but since a water station is right there didn’t bother to mention it since technically there is water right there

This is why I get so tired of certain people who moderate other groups calling me out on being “weird” or negative because I often bring up things I observe, but almost always offer what could be a possible solution or lower cost way to achieve what I’m seeing as a shortcoming. I don’t ask for the moon without suggesting a way to build the ladder to get there.

Most do. Chicken shack I no know doesn’t, but almost bc all others do.

True that. It will be very interesting to see how the next few years shape up with Herschend and their new growth. Hopefully the "Dolly DNA" mixed with their own core values will keep them on the path they have been on these past few years.

Another great view into what really sets some companies apart from others.

Nope. Crickets.

Something bigger to consider with this merger. Ohio businesses like ScenicSolutions that were contracted for things like Kings Island's 50th celebration items and Cedar Points 150th parade and stage, most likely won't be enlisted now as 1) They are no longer an Ohio-based company and 2) they will be doing less of these things like a major 50th anniversary event. https://scenicsolutions.com/pf/kings-island-golden-celebration/ https://scenicsolutions.com/pf/cedar-points-150th-anniversary-the-parade/

I feel they have been strategic with the landscaping this year. Yes, there’s a lot more (if there’s time, weeded) mulch only beds, but there are some very nice, very visible plantings, like the new (I think) troughs by brew house. I feel like they know they don’t have the budget to try to hit everything, so instead of a lot of weak plantings all over, they are focusing on a few “hero” plantings for the most bang.

Agree with all of this. I truly feel like the 50th was the capstone on what KI was. It went through some dark days as Paramount and early CedarFair, but that experience was so close to a time capsule, that it felt like the true closing of a good book -not even a chapter. I think everything that has and will come after is KI only in name. Sadly, I think we are at a “new beginning “ of something less than it was and will be again.

I feel so bad for this community, their loyal fans and all those that have made memories at Kings Dominion over the past 50 years. While I thought they’d probably get a lot of our recycled shows and entertainment, I’ve been blown away how minimal their offerings are for this milestone year. Makes you REALLY appreciate Mike Koontz and the entire local AND corporate team for the unbelievable effort that went into our 50th. 4 original shows, two with live bands, a MAJOR nightly closing show that literally redefined what nightime shows looked like at the park, a parade??! I told Koontz in all honesty that what they assembled was more respectful and celebratory of the park and its fans than ANYTHING Disney did for their 50th. Laser and bubble shows are “fine” for a normal park on a normal year, but for the “return of shows in the KD theatre” it’s… bubbles? Im struggling rescheduling the trip there that I had to cancel next week. I’m just not feeling as compelled as I was when I was so looking forward to going. (And I’ve been “written up” for being negative on their little FACEBOOK fan page. Guess it runs in the family.)

YES - Feel this each time I go to Dollywood. I used to think the paper cup options was silly.... till I had it. SO much easier especially solo trips.