Halloween Horror Nights 30 (UOR) - Speculation & Rumors (2021)

[HHNObsession]

He means the chaos of having to implement this last minute change. Installing all the plexiglass, retraining the scareactors, and dealing with the fan backlash. Chaos galore.

I also wonder if the houses end up understaffed because of this. I’d quit if I found out in the middle of rehearsals that I’m now stuck behind plexiglass and can’t do my thing.

Well it doesn’t hurt to hope that they’ll change their minds before or at least during the event. I just can’t wrap my head around why they’d decide to put plexi. Especially after studies saying it’s pointless.

 

[Freak]

Seems pretty mind-boggling to me that they would go back to plexi before making guests wear a mask for literally 3-4 minutes while they walk through the house. Not only would that be a lot more effective in keeping the scare actors safe, but it would make the experience better. Seems like a total no-brainer

tbh I would rather just have to wear a mask inside the houses than to deal with plexiglass scares.

 

[JawsVictim]

I’d be fine with it, as it means I’m not getting punched.

Are you truly a scareactor until you’ve been punched in the face by a guest? I think not, sir.

 

[jseal777]

Kinda tired of doing everything I’m supposed to do and getting shafted by people who never gave a damn. We shouldn’t even be having this conversation if people had done what they were supposed to do. I’m over it. See ya in the fog and what not.

 

[Legacy]

Imagine the wave of cancellations when they announce plexi...
This is just really sad.

Unless they don’t specifically announce plexiglass and instead announce vague “COVID-mitigation protocols.”

I also don’t think it’ll cause that big a loss.

Are you truly a scareactor until you’ve been punched in the face by a guest? I think not, sir.

I have been. I think it’s BS and don’t wish it on anyone else.

 

[comrade_bob]

Imagine the wave of cancellations when they announce plexi...
This is just really sad.

just cancelled my plans to attend, too much money to have a suck experience

 

[OhHaiInternet95]

Kinda tired of doing everything I’m supposed to do and getting shafted by people who never gave a damn. We shouldn’t even be having this conversation if people had done what they were supposed to do. I’m over it. See ya in the fog and what not.

I lost whatever sympathy I have for anti vaxxers who end up, to quote that South Park episode, "having a bad toooooyyyyyyme" tonight.

 

[JawsVictim]

just cancelled my plans to attend, too much money to have a suck experience

Leaning towards this too once it’s fully confirmed. Wonder how hard it’ll be to get tickets refunded.

 

[jansenhammond]

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[Catopher]

Unless they don’t specifically announce plexiglass and instead announce vague “COVID-mitigation protocols.”

Any idea if masks will be required for guest and TMs?

 

[PlatinumFate]

Any idea if masks will be required for guest and TMs?

Hopefully but I doubt they'll require it for guests.

 

[jansenhammond]

Hopefully but I doubt they'll require it for guests.

I have to wear mine at work again

 

[Legacy]

Any idea if masks will be required for guest and TMs?

Current park guidelines require TMs to wear masks while indoors.

 

[Clive]

Leaning towards this too once it’s fully confirmed. Wonder how hard it’ll be to get tickets refunded.

I’ll admit I’m considering a change of plans.

 

[jansenhammond]

If they pulse the houses imagine the wait times. Hope they release more details soon. Might need to get that express

 

[DestinationDoug]

I'm really annoyed that this news broke after I bought our FFP+ with Express tickets. I'm also considering attempting to get a refund and canceling our 3 on-site hotel stays. The plexiglass really made it hard to enjoy the houses at HHN Lite last year. I'm all for masks, but this may be a deal-breaker.

 

[dxwwf3]

Here's the thing: I would get it if it actually made any measurable difference... but it doesn't.

I was prepared for an event with face masks. It's not ideal, and it'll take you out of it occasionally, but it's the call that had to be made. It'll help keep performers safe.

This is the first thing that's made me wonder if I should follow through with my trip.

This is the issue. Yes plexiglass severely hinders the experience, but that’s not the biggest problem. Everyone in the house will be less safe because plexiglass makes things worse. Have we learned nothing?

 

[Jwhee]

Howl-O-Scream:creep:

 

[reeseyNG]

Wowza. That caused a firestorm lol.

I definitely was expecting masks but not the plexi-glass. Honestly I really do understand the anger, especially considering this all came after the ticket sales went live. I'm not gonna dog on people for being upset about it because honestly I understand.

I'm slightly bummed, but I wouldn't doubt them taking them out later on at all. Here's to hoping I guess. It really is upsetting that they just outwardly ignore that plexiglass literally doesn't work.

Personally, I won't be cutting my tickets or anything because I have faith that the plexi will be implemented well this time around, and I don't think it'll be that damaging to the experience. But again it's a little irritating

 

[Casper Gutman]

I think a lot of the plexi-rage is pretty valid, because its symbolic of Uni (and Disney's) profoundly unserious approach to a deadly pandemic.

We have a solution, one that all but ends the crisis that has killed hundreds of thousands and cratered the economy. Vaccines. Mandate them for employees and guests. Use the massive power and staggering resources of two of the biggest entertainment corporations to lead. Dare the government to go to war with the theme park industry.

If this causes a shortage of talent, fine. Adapt. But the shortage likely won't be that bad - people scream and kick, but when employers require vaccination, they get vaccinated. HHN is a unique employment situation, but I still feel quite sure you won't lose that many scareactors.

But the fact is, Disney and Uni look at the current political situation and they're terrified. Layers of managers shudder to pick a fight. So we're stuck with theatre, plexiglass that lessens the event, doesn't help with the crisis, and may actually make things worse.

At least Disney is requiring guests use masks. Universal lacks even that courage.

Honestly, that plexiglass is a striking reminder of craven corporate cowardice.