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Area Development

Place des Stars

Central area of Production Courtyard occupied by the Place des Stars Stage, surrounded by plaster-cast handprints of international cinema stars.

Hollywood Boulevard

A large portion of Production Courtyard has now become Hollywood Boulevard. It is expected that the entire courtyard will receive a more distinctive Hollywood theme in coming years, eventually being entirely renamed to Hollywood Studio.

History

Production Courtyard opened as a generic movie studio lot, but is now in the process of a major Hollywood "placemaking" makeover and expansion including The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and a new attraction at Walt Disney Television Studios.

Music

Production Courtyard Loop

The music of Production Courtyard is classic, grand and full of history. You'll hear many European themes such as Les Parapluies de Cherbourg and 37°2 le matin, modern blockbusters such as Star Wars and Beverly Hills Cop and sweeping classics like A Countess from Hong Kong and A Summer Place.

Closed & Replaced

Television Production Tour at Walt Disney Television Studios

(2002 - 2007) Walt Disney Television Studios originally hoped to offer a backstage tour of Disney Channel's French headquarters, guided by the livewire presenter Julie through the video mixing suite, past a live set for Zapping Zone (and later Playhouse Disney), ending in the CyberSpace post-show games area. The main production stage was turned into an Art Attack-themed area in 2004 accessible to guests. Closed 16th April 2007 to make way for Stitch Live!.

This is Production Courtyard, the action-packed epicentre of the Studios, with more show-biz dazzle and backstage magic than all of Hollwood itself!

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There's nowhere better to begin your starring role than CinéMagique, a surprise-filled tribute to the wonders of cinema which takes you on a fast-paced journey through classics as varied as Les Parapluies de Cherbourg, Nosferatu and Star Wars, before culminating in the ultimate, romantic happy ending on the yellow brick road.

Across the courtyard, Studio Tram Tour: Behind the Magic gives you unprecedented access to the backlots of the Studios, paying tribute to the talented people behind the camera who make the magic, the mayhem and the mochas! You'll be caught in a thunderous special effects sequence, spot the latest film star fashions and witness a chilling vision of a London scorched by dragons!

More backstage magic will soon be found at Walt Disney Television Studios, giving guests the chance to interview Stitch - live in outer space! The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and its Hollywood Boulevard surroundings will transform half of the courtyard with a dazzling new 1950s theme.

Production Courtyard is also the home of exciting live productions such as the lively Lilo & Stitch Catch the Wave Party and the toe-tapping High School Musical On Tour!

With a glamorous Art Deco style and a selection of action-packed attractions, the movie magic on Production Courtyard continues long after "Cut - That's a wrap!".
 

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Attractions

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CinéMagique Souvenir photos available

Cinema show featuring a live actor and special effects.

Be taken INTO the movies, as you're lead through countless cinema classics, from black and white slapstick all the way to a fairytale finale on the Yellow Brick Road! More »
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Stitch Live! NEW 2008

Studio audience interacts live with Stitch on a giant screen.

Enter the world of Disney Channel at Walt Disney Television Studios for a live link-up to outer space, where Stitch wreaks havoc and interacts live with the studio audience! More »
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Studio Tram Tour: Behind the Magic Souvenir photos available

Tram ride past props, scenery and two large special effects sequences.

An action-packed, behind the scenes tour past props and scenery which make the magic. Then, expect the unexpected as your tram takes a detour into Catastrophe Canyon... More »
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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror NEW 2008

Thrilling, highly-themed vertical drop experience.

One stormy night long ago, five people stepped through the doors of an elevator never to be seen again. Will the same fate beFALL you, when you DROP in? More »
Tips & Advice

Souvenir photos available May frighten some

Guests may get splashed Guests may get splashed

CinéMagique has set performance times, making it easy to catch, and is widely believed to be the most must-see attraction in the park.

Studio Tram Tour: Behind the Magic can gather long queues - ride late in the day or during the main parade.

Entrance to Studio Tram Tour is currently via Toon Studio, during the construction of Hollywood Boulevard.

 

Entertainment

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Parade Route

Between Backlot Express and Rue George Méliès.

Running right through the heart of Production Courtyard is the Walt Disney Studios Park Parade Route - the setting for scene-stealing live productions every day. More »
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Place des Stars

Outdoor stage and courtyard area, no seating.

High School Musical On Tour : In the Summer months, this live show rolls into the courtyard with a toe-tapping beat of music and energetic dance to the songs of the hit TV movie. More »

Lilo & Stitch Catch the Wave Party : Every Summer, the Hawaiian duo of Lilo and Stitch bring beach fun to a live music video shoot on Place des Stars Stage. More »
Seasons & Events

Summer is when the lot is at its most action-packed, home to Lilo & Stitch Catch the Wave Party, High School Musical On Tour, Good Morning Walt Disney Studios and Disney Cinema Parade.Extra palm trees and props for Lilo & Stitch are also added.

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Christmas is celebrated with extra decorations and lights across the studio lot, occasionally special seasonal shows on Place des Stars.

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Restaurants

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Rendez-Vous des Stars Restaurant

Buffet service, International cuisine.

An Art Deco Restaurant where both actors and directors rub shoulders with a wide selection of tasty cuisine. The stylish art deco designs make this restaurant a traditionally "Hollywood" place to dine and discuss your next starring role!
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Studio Catering Co.

Quick bite; Snacks and beverages.

The collection of quick-service Studio Catering Co. trucks are perfect for the action-packed lifestyle of a blockbuster star.
CinéMagique Walt Disney Television Studios Studio Tram Tour: Behind the Magic The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Rendez-Vous des Stars Studio Catering Co Studio Catering Co Studio Catering Co