USF Prop Shop Update Thread

[UniversalRBLX]

Word around town is a mini Epic preview store, but I haven’t heard any evidence of it yet. But if it means seeing new concept art and maybe being able to purchase some early Epic logo merch I’d be all for it.

I feel like it’s too early for that yet, but we’ll see.

Makes sense since they can keep it open year-round while still keeping the seasonal tribute stores.

Definitely way too early for it anyway.

 

[shiekra38]

Stop fooling around and give me the Universal version of a Yankee Candle

 

[Disneyhead]

Stop fooling around and give me the Universal version of a Yankee Candle

Kong Garage: HHNs Edition Scented Candle.
$29.95

 

[shiekra38]

Kong Garage: HHNs Edition Scented Candle.
$29.95

I can smell this post

 

[Mad Dog]

I can smell this post

rivals the Disney Stich scented candle...:bolt:

 

[PrimalScream1996]

Holy crap I didn't even know there was a page for the props lmao, I believe a couple of photos from the past of props that used to sit in the prop shop, I'm not sure if I am allowed to post em in here, trying to follow the guidelines if there is any? lol

 

[GAcoaster]

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Finally UOR is getting a Party City!

 

[Brian G.]

The Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop has officially closed at Universal Studios Florida to "make way for a new retail experience"

Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop officially closes at Universal Studios Florida

The Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop has officially closed at Universal Studios Florida. Per Universal, the store will close "to make way for a new retail experience" and "more details will be shared in the months ahead." All of the "Prop Shop" signage has been removed, and the doors and window

www.insideuniversal.net

 

[belloq87]

Interesting that the timeline for the replacement is "months." Would imply there's going to be some substantial work done.

I'm glad the space isn't planned to be empty. Hopefully it's something compelling and unique.

 

[RedRightDan]

The Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop has officially closed at Universal Studios Florida to "make way for a new retail experience"

Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop officially closes at Universal Studios Florida

The Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop has officially closed at Universal Studios Florida. Per Universal, the store will close "to make way for a new retail experience" and "more details will be shared in the months ahead." All of the "Prop Shop" signage has been removed, and the doors and window

www.insideuniversal.net

What's the possibility of them keeping the Tribute Theater open, and running a new HHN specific store in this location? Not sure what their available space looks like inside.

Alternatively, maybe they're planning to make this location more of a permanent "Universal Classics" location similar to the current Tribute Theater?

 

[Brian G.]

What's the possibility of them keeping the Tribute Theater open, and running a new HHN specific store in this location? Not sure what their available space looks like inside.

Alternatively, maybe they're planning to make this location more of a permanent "Universal Classics" location similar to the current Tribute Theater?

1. This location is too small for a Tribute Store.

2. The Classic Monsters will be represented in the Mummy store when it reopens, and down the road.

 

[RedRightDan]

2. The Classic Monsters will be represented in the Mummy store when it reopens, and down the road.

Oh, I meant moving the BttF, ET, Jaws, etc merch over to the prop shop, and theme it a bit

 

[shiekra38]

Hmmmm I wonder if we'll get some Meet and Greet space like in MSHI

 

[HHNSK]

Boy am i going to miss this place. Im not going to argue profitability, but I think locations like this help create a unique experience in a theme park. Personally, anytime I walked into Williams it always felt like an “adventure” which IMO is a big part of the theme park experience. I’ve found the retail at universal to feel increasingly recycled and too formulaic.

Thanks to the staff and folks behind the scenes that made this such a cool shop. Heres hoping something replaces it that is a fun unique experience.

 

[belloq87]

Boy am i going to miss this place. Im not going to argue profitability, but I think locations like this help create a unique experience in a theme park. Personally, anytime I walked into Williams it always felt like an “adventure” which IMO is a big part of the theme park experience. I’ve found the retail at universal to feel increasingly recycled and too formulaic.

Thanks to the staff and folks behind the scenes that made this such a cool shop. Heres hoping something replaces it that is a fun unique experience.

I'm slightly (just slightly) concerned that we're starting to see Universal follow the Disney merchandise path that started 10 - 15 years ago: similar merchandise at multiple locations, homogeneous "Parks" bags shared across all resorts, a de-emphasis of attraction-specific items in favor of general "brand" merch.

Universal would still have a way to go to reach Disney in that regard, but I don't want to see the process go much further.

 

[HHNObsession]

Can anyone confirm if those signs were always up or if they actually put them back like this post suggest?

 

[Brian G.]

Can anyone confirm if those signs were always up or if they actually put them back like this post suggest?

They were put up to avoid having an empty sign board.

 

[Ken96]

Speculation:

Perhaps the prop shop could become a temporary Nintendo store, like the “Feature Presentation” store in Hollywood. Could be a great way to build Nintendo hype in Florida and make some early $$$ of the property in Orlando.

Honestly, I’d take it a step further and have Nintendo treats take over Schwabs Pharmacy like in Japan.

It’s probably too early for any of this, but I can’t think of a better use of the prop shop space…This plus the new minions stuff would be a nice little shot in the arm for the whole park.

 

[belloq87]

This seems to be connected to whatever is replacing the Prop Shop...

The Dark Room Closes Location Permanently At Universal Studios Florida, Months After Williams Of Hollywood Closure - WDWNT

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universalparksnewstoday.com

I really hope the exterior remains.