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“One little spark of inspiration, Is at the heart of all creation. Right at the start of everything that’s new, One little spark lights up for you.”

Journey Into Imagination with Figment is a ride to enjoy for those of all ages. This slow moving ride follows Figment, a purple dragon on a whimsical ride through the Imagination Institute. Dr. Nigel Channing, the chairman of the institute sets out to prove how the 5 senses (sound, sight, smell, touch and taste) capture the imagination. The questions is, is this ride enjoyable for all ages? YES IT IS!

• This ride has no height requirement and is accessible for anyone who would like to ride it. For those little ones in your group this ride offers a slow seated ride with a amusing, singing mascot. Little ones are able to see everything with no one blocking their view because it is all right in front of you with the cars moving to allow riders to see all that is there.

• For those in the party that may be at the age to think this ride is “uncool”, they are wrong. Not only does it provide a little education through learning about the 5 senses, but it also has a catchy tune that will most likely be stuck in their head for the rest of the day.

• Of course we cannot forget about the older crowd when it comes to this ride. This slow moving ride allows for a little rest and air conditioning to cool off during those hot days here in Central Florida. Many individuals may also remember Figment from the 1980’s when he starred in a similar ride with the Dream Catcher.

• After you take a ride with Figment through the Imagination Institute, you exit into the creative lab where there are activities for everyone to experience.

“Imagination, imagination. A dream can be a dream come true, With just that spark in me and you.
memories to last a lifetime.

Wizard World, Inc. plans to expand its schedule of pop culture conventions to a minimum of 22 shows in 2015, including at least nine new venues, it was announced today by John Macaluso, Wizard World CEO. The series, which includes 16 cities in 2014, will add San Jose, Calif.; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Cleveland; Raleigh, N.C.; Indianapolis; Las Vegas; Des Moines, Iowa; Madison, Wis.; and Greenville, S.C. Additional cities (new and returning) may also be added in the coming weeks.

Next year’s schedule to date also includes a return of at least 12 of the 16 events from 2014, plus the “Bruce Campbell’s Horror Fest” at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., site of Wizard World Chicago Comic Con. Among the longer-running Wizard World events returning are Comic Cons in Chicago (Rosemont, Ill.); Philadelphia; New Orleans; Columbus, Ohio; and Austin, Texas. Newer events in Portland, Ore.; Minneapolis; St. Louis; Sacramento, Calif.; Nashville, Tenn; Richmond, Va.; and Tulsa, Okla. are also slated to return.

“We are excited to bring the Wizard World experience to more fans in more places than ever before in 2015,” said Macaluso. “The new shows this year have been huge successes, and we believe that fans in these additional cities will enjoy our mix of top celebrities, superstar artists and all things pop culture.”

The 2015 Wizard World Comic Con schedule to date is as follows (*denotes new show) (all dates and venues subject to change):

• Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, January 9-11, Ernest N.Morial Convention Center
• Wizard World Portland Comic Con, January 23-25, Oregon Convention Center
• Wizard World Wisconsin Comic Con, February 6-8, Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wis.
• Wizard World Indianapolis Comic Con, February 13-15, Indianapolis Convention Center
• Wizard World Cleveland Comic Con, February 20-22, Cleveland Convention Center
• Wizard World Presents Bruce Campbell’s Horror Fest, March 6-8, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, Ill.
• Wizard World Raleigh Comic Con, March 13-15, Raleigh Convention Center
• Wizard World Las Vegas Comic Con, April 24-26, Las Vegas Convention Center
• Wizard World Minneapolis Comic Con, May 1-3, Minneapolis Convention Center
• Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con, May 7-10, Pennsylvania Convention Center
• Wizard World St. Louis Comic Con, May 22-24, America’s Center
• Wizard World Greenville Comic Con, May 28-30, TD Convention Center, Greenville, S.C.
• Wizard World Des Moines Comic Con, June 12-14, Iowa Events Center
• Wizard World Sacramento Comic Con, June 19-21, Sacramento Convention Center
• Wizard World Richmond Comic Con, July 31-August 2, Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Wizard World Chicago Comic Con, August 20-23, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, Ill.
• Wizard World San Jose Comic Con, September 4-6, San Jose Convention Center
• Wizard World Columbus Comic Con, September 18-20, Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, Ohio
• Wizard World Nashville Comic Con, September 25-27, Music City Center
• Wizard World Fort Lauderdale Comic Con, October 2-4, Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center
• Wizard World Tulsa Comic Con, October 23-25, Cox Business Center
• Wizard World Austin Comic Con, October 29-31, Austin Convention Cente

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, comics, toys, video gaming, television, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A’s, the Wizard World Film Festival, comics-themed sessions, costume contest, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Sunday is also Kids Day, with an array of activities and programming specially designed for the younger Wizard World fans.

One of my favorite memories from my last Disney trip in April 2014 is the time that we spent watching the Citizens of Hollywood. These “Streetmosphere” characters perform throughout the day at Hollywood Studios, and they can show up at any given time, anywhere. If you happen to come across one of their shows, it’s well worth spending some time watching them. Every show is different and extremely interactive with the audience, so you get a new experience every time! If you’re lucky, you might even get to be a part of the spectacle. Since we happened upon these hilarious residents of Tinseltown various times throughout the day at Hollywood Studios, I was able to get some great shots of the gang.

Along with the skits that groups of Citizens put on, you may also come across just one of them on the street. If you do, don’t be afraid to go up and talk to them! You’ll leave with a smile on your face and some great memories to last a lifetime.