Author: Jonathan Green

September 29, 2014 – Inside Universal has learned that Things From Another World will be relocating to the former Game Stop location. According to store employees, Things From Another World could close their current store sometime towards the end of October or beginning of November. Game Stop closed in August of this year. As Universal Studios Hollywood continues its epic transformation, changes are not only occurring inside the park, but in CityWalk as well. In an effort to expand the flagship store, some sources cite that CityWalk may be looking to expand the Universal Studio Store. For the increase in…

September 26, 2014 – In this episode, Jonathan Green and Jon Fu discuss the demolition of Soundstage 28 and the VIP Experience at Halloween Horror Nights 2014. Audio Direct download: September 23, 2014 PodcastiTunes link: (016) September 23, 2014 Podcast Jonathan Green Jonathan Green is the managing editor of Inside Universal. Jonathan has been going to Universal for over 25 years, developing a deep passion for the theme park and its historic films. His real passion involves Universal Studios Hollywood’s storied past and how it eventually transformed from a movie studio into a theme park. You may contact Jonathan at…

September 8, 2014 – The summer season has finally come to a close as Universal begins preparing for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights event. Construction continues to thrive at Universal with additional walls popping up this week. With the closure of Flintstone’s Bar-B-Q and Louie’s renovation, the Upper Lot has become even more congested. From the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to Fast and Furious: Supercharged, construction crews are working around the clock. So without further ado, let’s begin our journey. Park Update Index » Lankershim Boulevard » Parking Lot Expansion » The Wizarding World of Harry Potter » Fast…

September 7, 2014 – In this episode, Chris Lord and Jonathan Green discuss Soundstage 28, House of Horrors, Flintstones, Louie’s and Halloween Horror Nights 2014. Editor’s note: In this podcast, it was referenced that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley would be open for Halloween Horror Nights. According to the Halloween Horror Nights’ official website, the land will be closed off during the nighttime event. Audio Direct download: September 6, 2014 PodcastiTunes link: (015) September 6, 2014 Podcast Jonathan Green Jonathan Green is the managing editor of Inside Universal. Jonathan has been going to Universal for over…

August 15, 2014 – In this episode, Chris Glass, Bruce Babcock and Jonathan Green discuss Halloween Horror Nights 2014. Audio Direct download: August 15, 2014 PodcastiTunes link: (014) August 15, 2014 Podcast Jonathan Green Jonathan Green is the managing editor of Inside Universal. Jonathan has been going to Universal for over 25 years, developing a deep passion for the theme park and its historic films. His real passion involves Universal Studios Hollywood’s storied past and how it eventually transformed from a movie studio into a theme park. You may contact Jonathan at jonathan@insideuniversal.net

August 14, 2014 – On Thursday, Universal announced a new original maze Clowns 3D Music by Slash to Halloween Horror Nights 2014. We’ve included Universal’s full press release below. Grammy Award Winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Guitarist, SLASH, Strikes a Chord at Universal Studios Hollywood, Composing First-Ever Original Score for Theme Park’s Gripping New “Halloween Horror Nights” Maze,“Clowns 3D Music by SLASH” Universal City, CA, August 14, 2014 – Celebrated Grammy® Award-winning musician, SLASH, hailed as one of the 10 best electric guitar players of all time by Time magazine, is joining forces with Universal Studios Hollywood…

August 11, 2014 – With summer coming to an close in the coming weeks, we thought we’d look at some of the projects occurring at the park. Here’s what you might of missed at Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk. 1 » Parisian Courtyard Closes for Dracula: Untold Last week, Parisian Courtyard was closed off in preparation for the new Halloween Horror Night maze Dracula: Untold. 2 » House of Horrors Closing Draws Near Universal is only three weeks away from closing the doors on the fan favorite year-round maze. Be sure to get your last scare in before September 1.…

August 11, 2014 – On Sunday, Universal announced a new maze based off of Universal Pictures/Polygram Filmed Entertainment/The Guber-Peters Company film An American Werewolf in London to Halloween Horror Nights 2014. We’ve included Universal’s full press release below. “An American Werewolf in London” Takes A Bite Out Of “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood In An All-New Sinister Maze Inspired By Universal Pictures’ Academy Award Winning Film” UNIVERSAL CITY, CA (August 11, 2014) – Universal Pictures’ Academy Award®-winning and genre-defining film, An American Werewolf in London, written and directed by John Landis, will be unleashed upon guests at Universal…

Update: October 12, 2014 – Passes that have been purchased or initially used after October 1, 2014 are no longer eligible for the birthday program, Inside Universal has learned. The birthday program, which mailed annual pass holders a complimentary ticket during their birthday month, allowed the annual pass holder and a friend to attend the park for free. August 2, 2014 – Universal Studios Hollywood has begun the process of revamping the annual pass program and its benefits, Inside Universal has learned. In a surprising move, Universal has reduced the food and merchandise discount for Premium Star Pass holders from…

July 18, 2014 – In an effort to bolster its summer entertainment offerings inside Universal Plaza, Universal has added a new stage show titled CityBeat. The sixteen-minute a cappella interactive song and dance show brings together five talented artists and harmonizes them into one group – with three of the five singers are vying to win a singing competition. Audience members are selected to come on stage and to spin the wheel that will decide what category of song the group be singing. The categories include – Party Rock Anthems, Hate 2 Love, You Choose, Throw Back, Movie Theme Songs,…