Two Popular Performing Groups are Being Cut From Epcot
With today being Disney World’s last operational day through the end of March, it’s also the last day for Matsuriza Taiko Drumming in the Japan Pavilion. This amazing group has been performing at the Japan pavilion in Epcot for 25 years. See their statement below.
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“We’re deeply saddened to announce that tomorrow, Sunday 3/15/20 will be Matsuriza’s last day performing at Epcot indefinitely. We had a fantastic 25 year run on the pagoda stage working with some of the best managers and tech team on property. Performing at the Japan Pavilion has been an honor, representing our heritage and culture to millions of guests from all over the world. It really has been a dream come true and we’re very heartbroken to see it come to an end so suddenly. We are beyond grateful to the Walt Disney World Co. for giving us the most amazing opportunity of a lifetime.
And to our fans, YOU are what we will miss the most. Thank you for all of the love and support you have have given us throughout these years. It is our biggest hope that one day Disney will bring us back. Until then, sayonara. Domo arigatou gozaimashita. Otsukaresamadeshita.”
Another fan favorite that is leaving the World Showcase is the British Revolution in the U.K. Pavilion. They also announced their departure yesterday on their Facebook page. They have performed over 11,000 shows. Their post reads:
“British Revolution and its members would like to thank Walt Disney World and all the beautiful people of the UK Pavilion for the opportunity of a lifetime. What a joy it has been to perform over 11,000 shows to gracious audiences from around the globe. Our words are not enough to express our appreciation. The greatest gift has been meeting you, your friends and families. Through the shared love of this music, we are all now connected.
“And in the end,
the love you take,
is equal to the love,
you make”
– the last recorded lyric by the Beatles
– last performance, Epcot Center 3.15.20″
These cuts come on the heels of Disney announcing the termination of the Disney College Program. These are hard times in the Disney universe.
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