An attraction based on the second film in The Chronicles of Narnia series, Prince Caspian, officially opened on June 26, 2008 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In attendance at the opening were Prince Caspian, who rode in on horseback, Warwick Davis, who plays Nikabrik in the film, and Dave Hoffman, Walt Disney Imagineer and Art Director for Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

After a short introduction, guests find themselves within Aslan’s How, a chamber that plays a prominent role in the film.

The attraction is targeted toward fans of the Narnia series who already know the story of Prince Caspian. A full plot summary is delivered via movie clips, touching on most of the major twists and turns in the film. If you haven’t yet seen the film or read the book, this attraction may spoil it for you (just as many other Disney movie-based attractions could for their respective films).

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OPENING THIS SUMMER: Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian Attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort.

Walk through the portal and see what rich enchantment the Disney Imagineers have created, working side-by-side with the filmmakers themselves to produce this extraordinary three-dimensional extension of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.

You’ll be drawn into the fantasy before you enter the soundstage…

Your journey begins in the queue where you can test your knowledge of the Narnia stories. Next, either head into the soundstage or introduce yourself to Prince Caspian himself! Then experience a unique look at the epic story in Soundstage 4, where you can watch special behind-the-scenes footage featuring the film’s director, Andrew Adamson.

The next step takes you deeper…

Pass through a rockwork archway, and you enter Aslan’s Stone Table Chamber, the underground vault where Aslan sacrificed himself in the first movie. You stand amidst gorgeous stone carvings in one of the most awe-inspiring sets in the series, which is also a pivotal location in the film, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.

The adventure will surround you…

Multiple screens, dimensional sound and in-theater effects help you live the story of Narnia firsthand, as you explore this walk-through chamber in depth, guided through the tale of Prince Caspian’s courageous battle against the evil King Miraz to win back his rightful place on the throne.

See how it was conceived…

Finally, conclude the journey with a close up look at the authentic concept art and storyboards that contributed to bringing the motion picture to life, as well as the actual props and costumes used by the film cast.

It’s unforgettable…

Take home with you the living memory of Journey into Narnia: Prince Caspian Attraction now forever etched in your own adventurous mind!

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As originally reported on their Mouse|Tunes podcast, DisneyWorldTrivia.com has learned of unconfirmed rumors about what is to happen to the Theater in the Wild in Disney’s Animal Kingdom after Tarzan Rocks! closes for good!

Tarzan Rocks!, the popular show located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Theater in the Wild, is set to close in January 2006. Elements from Tarzan Rocks! will be moved to Tokyo Disneyland for a similar show.

Rumors of the replacement show have gone from a Jungle Book theme to a Finding Nemo show. Well, while these rumors continue to circulate, I have learned of completely different.

Hoping to capitalize on the expected success of the upcoming feature film, I have heard that the Theater in the Wild will instead be home to a show based on the Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

This story might be the perfect tie-in for Disney’s Animal Kingdom “Dinoland, USA”, as well as paying slight homage to “Beastly Kingdom.” Beastly Kingdom, as you may recall, was a proposed land to be built as part of DAK’s”third phase” of development, and dealt with mythical creatures, dragons and other animals, yet was never built and allegedly shelved for good. It was supposed to occupy the land currently helpby Camp Minnie-Mickey, which was only intended to be a “temporary” land (much like Mickey’s Birthdayland in the Magic Kingdom, which evolved into Mickey’s Toontown Fair).

The film is set to be released on December 9, 2005, just in time for the holidays. Coincidentally, the Tarzan Rocks! show is supposed to close less than a month later, right after the busy holiday season at Walt Disney World. During the Theater’s refurbishment, the 1500-seat theater will also be fully enclosed and air conditioned.

Again, these rumors are unconfirmed, but be sure to keep an eye on developments (and if it does happen, remember you heard it here first!… Then again, if it doesn’t… remember it’s just a rumor).

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