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2014 saw a series of changes occur in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. On August 30, the American Idol Experience closed its doors <ref> http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/theme-park-rangers-blog/os-disney-american-idol-experience-closing-20140815-post.html </ref>. Subsequently on September 27, the Studio Backlot Tour (an opening day attraction) was closed <ref> http://www.miamiherald.com/living/travel/article2771271.html </ref>. Following this pattern of change, in October 2014 Disney announced that the Sorcerer’s Hat (which had been built as a temporary structure in 2001) would finally be demolished in 2015 <ref> http://www.wesh.com/orlandomyway/orlando-theme-parks/walt-disney-worlds-sorcerers-hat-to-be-torn-down-wednesday/30571590 </ref>. This announcement was paired by the announcement that The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow would be closing for good on November 6, 2014. On July 12, 2015 another opening day attraction [[The Magic of Disney Animation]] closed permanently <ref> http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/theme-park-rangers-blog/os-disney-hollywood-studios-magic-animation-closing-20150629-post.html </ref>.
On August 16, 2015 Disney announced that new areas dedicated to Star Wars (eventually revealed to be named Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge) and Toy Story would be constructed in Disney's Hollywood Studios. In January 2016, Disney announced that [[Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure]], [[Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show]], the Writers Stop, Watto's Grotto and the Studio Catering Co. would be closing on April 2, 2016 <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/lights-motors-action-extreme-stunt-show/news/15jan2016-lights,-motors,-action-extreme-stunt-show-to-permanently-close-in-april-2016.htm </ref> <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/lights-motors-action-extreme-stunt-show/news/15jan2016-lights,-motors,-action-extreme-stunt-show-to-permanently-close-in-april-2016.htm </ref>. At this time Disney also announced that the Earful Tower would be removed as part of the construction <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/disneys-hollywood-studios/news/15jan2016-more-closures-confirmed-for-disneys-hollywood-studios-as-the-park-moves-ahead-with-redevelopment-plans.htm </ref>
On March 21, 2016, Disney christened the new [[Muppet Courtyard]] area of Disney's Hollywood Studios <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/jim-hensons-muppetvision-3d/news/21mar2016-muppetvision-3d-and-mama-melroses-area-to-be-renamed-muppets-courtyard.htm </ref>. In addition to incorporating [[Muppet Vision 3D]], Muppet Courtyard also became the home of PizzeRizzo, Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italian, and the Gonzo's Royal Flush restrooms.
On July 27, 2017, Disney announced that the remaining part of the former Streets of America would be rethemed to Downtown Los Angeles and renamed Grand Avenue <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/baseline-tap-house/news/26jul2017-baseline-tap-house-to-debut-alongside-new-grand-avenue-district-at-disney.htm </ref>. Furthermore, on August 17, 2017, Disney announced that the former Muppet Courtyard would be included in this new theming and renamed [[Grand Park]] <ref> https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2017/08/more-details-on-grand-avenue-coming-soon-to-disneys-hollywood-studios/ </ref>.
Beginning January 18, 2019, Pixar Place was temporarily transformed into a Municiberg city block from Disney's Incredibles <ref> https://insidethemagic.net/2019/01/incredibles-pixar-place/ </ref>. As part of the festivities, Disney introduced the "Where's Jack-Jack" scavenger hunt, the Super Shindig dance party, and an Edna Mode meet and greet. The Incredebles experience is expected to run until September 30, 2019.
==Current Attractions==
Originally referred to as the Backlot Annex/Lakeside Circle, this land features the popular attractions [[Star Tours]] and the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular. On the peaceful lake guests can also find a bevy of restaurants including Min & Bill's Dockside Diner and Dinosaur Gertie's Ice Cream of Extinction.
===[[Muppet CourtyardGrand Park]]===Main Article: [[Muppet CourtyardGrand Park]]
===Pixar Place[[Toy Story Land]]===Main Article: [[Toy Story Land]]
In Toy Story Land, guests are shrunk down to the size of a toy as they explore Andy'''s backyard. Thematically replacing the former Pixar Place area, in Toy Story Land guests can experience two new attractions- [[Slinky Dog Dash]] and [[Alien Swirling Saucers]], as well as [[Toy Story Midway Mania!]]'''- A 4D attraction that lets guests play classic Midway games in a whole new way. Featuring characters from Outside of the 1995 Disney Pixar movie ''three attractions, Toy StoryLand is also home to Woody''s Lunchbox, this attraction allows guests to actually enter midway games while they play thema quick service restaurant.
===Mickey Avenue===
'''[[Walt Disney: One Man's DreamPresents]]'''- An exhibition of various items celebrating Walt Disney's life. Guests start out by exploring a Disney museum that tells Walt’s story, before viewing a 15 minute biographical film. Walt Disney Presents also features models and concept art for upcoming Disney attractions, lands, and resorts.
===Animation Courtyard===
'''[[Voyage of the Little Mermaid]]'''- A live musical retelling the 1989 Disney movie, ''The Little Mermaid''. The show runs for approximately 15 minutes.
'''[[Disney Junior- Live on StageDance Party!]]'''-An interactive show featuring Disney Junior characters. Characters from popular television shows, ''Mickey Mouse ClubhouseVampirina, '', ''Doc McStuffins'', ''Sofia the FirstThe Lion Guard'' and ''Jake Mickey and the Never Land PiratesRoadster Racers'' appear. The show is 24 minutes long.
===[[Sunset Boulevard]]===
Disney's Hollywood Studio's first major expansion, [[Sunset Boulevard]] is themed after Hollywood's theater district. Here guests can find popular attractions such as the [[Tower of Terror]] and [[Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Staring Aerosmith]]. In addition it its attractions, Sunset Boulevard is also home to plethora of dining and shopping options.
===Pixar Place===
Main Article: [[Pixar Place]]
The former home to [[Toy Story Mania]], Pixar Place currently houses a series of Incredible themed interactive experiences set in a Municiberg city block.
==FastPass +==
The FastPass + attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios are broken up into two tiers. Guests may choose one experience from Tier One and two experiences from Tier 2.
===Tier One===
Guests may choose ONE of the following attractions:
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* [[Slinky Dog Dash]]
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* [[Alien Swirling Saucers]]
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* [[Toy Story Mania]]
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===Tier Two===
Guests may choose TWO of the following attractions:
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* [[Rock 'n' Roller Coaster]]
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* [[The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror]]
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* [[Star Tours]]
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* [[Voyage of the Little Mermaid]]
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* [[Disney Junior Dance Party!]]
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* [[Beauty and the Beast Live On Stage]]
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* [[Fantasmic!]]
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* [[For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration]]
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* [[Muppet Vision 3D]]
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* [[Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!]]
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==Fun Facts and Trivia==
