Epic Universe Ride Guide: New park rides ranked from tame to super scary

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 11:15P Dewayne Bevil

Dragons, wizards, classic monsters and videogame legends all live in Epic Universe. Their five themed worlds have a big theme-park element in common: Rides. At Epic, the attractions range from calm...

Peeking into the portals (and just beyond) of Epic Universe

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 11:10P Dewayne Bevil

One distinguishing look of Epic Universe is its portals, the physical gateways that lead into its themed worlds. They are rounded walk-through chutes topped by spires with symbols corresponding to the...

Epic Universe: Frequently asked questions (plus answers)

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 11:05P Dewayne Bevil

Where is Epic Universe located? Universal Orlando’s new theme park is about 2.5 miles southeast of its original parks, Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure . The property is east of Kirkman Road and north of Universal Boulevard,...

Power-Up Bands get games going in Super Nintendo World

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 11:03P Dewayne Bevil

A new-to-Orlando aspect of Epic Universe theme park is the arrival of Power-Up Bands , brightly colored wristbands that boost the interactivity in Super Nintendo World . When users wear them and...

Epic Universe timeline: From dragons to butterbeer, here’s how theme park evolved

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 11:00P Dewayne Bevil

Universal’s Epic Universe is a theme park years in the making. Its timeline is filled with rumors, roller coasters, dragons, pandemic and a swig of butterbeer. Here’s how it unfolded. • 1998:...

Countdown: Epic Universe theme park by the numbers

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 10:45P Dewayne Bevil

Facts and figures from the ground up of Orlando s newest theme park, Epic Universe. 2 Live stage shows 2.7 The distance, in miles (as the dragon flies), between the iconic lighthouse of Islands of...

Orlando Fringe Festival reviews: Hat tricks, dating trauma, sexual journey

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 4:00A Dewayne Bevil

Today s Orlando Fringe Festival reviews include Chameleon, Done to Death, by Jove, The Greatest Betrayal and Naked at My Age, all seen in previews.  Gavin Robertson and Nicholas Collett wear lots of...

Orlando Fringe Festival reviews: A prince, a wizard, a gay man and a fool

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 2:00A Matthew J. Palm

Today s Orlando Fringe Festival reviews include Beth & Josie Exposed (F*%k De$antis), The Fool, The Heterosexuals, Iago vs. Hamlet and 100% Wizard. Wearing a shirt that states 100% fruit, Johnnie...

Epic Universe set for official debut Thursday: ‘It’s a different world’

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/17 1:00A Skyler Swisher

Jesse DeMello and his 8-year-old son, Liam, got a sneak peek of Epic Universe two weeks ago, and they left dazzled by Orlando’s newest theme park. In Super Nintendo World , coins twirled as Mario’s...

Plant Doctor: How long do daylilies produce buds and when can plants be divided?

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/16 11:00P Tom MacCubbin

Question : We have recently started planting daylilies, and as the name suggests, the blooms only last a day. How long do the plants keep producing new buds and when can they be divided? Answer : Fortunately your plant is likely loaded with more...

‘Treemonisha’ is exuberant, emotional and truly exquisite | Review

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/16 11:00P Matthew J. Palm

Treemonisha   took more than a century to make its Florida debut — and it was so very worth the wait. Scott Joplin s 1911 opera is being given a production as exquisite as it is exuberant by Opera...

Orlando Fringe Festival reviews: Musicals on theme park, pets, love and ‘Gatsby’

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/16 2:00A Matthew J. Palm

Today s Orlando Fringe Festival reviews include Everfolk: A New Musical, Great Gatsby: A Musical Adaptation, Sweet Home Alabama: The Musical and To All Our Dead Pets.   Today we look at four original musicals, starting with Great Gatsby: A...

Review: Colossal MSC World America cruise ship seems familiar, but has unique offerings

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/15 11:30P Richard Tribou

It s hard to not compare MSC Cruises World Class ships and its largest-ever offering, the MSC World America, to similarly massive ships sailed by Royal Caribbean. But while World America may look like...

An Epic movie guide: What to watch before visiting Universal’s new park

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/15 11:00P Patrick Connolly

While Universal is known for crafting compelling movies that transport people to faraway worlds, the company has also developed its prowess in making those come to life through its captivating theme...

Orlando Fringe Festival reviews: Moving movement times two, plus misogyny

Orlando Sentinel (Soundboard) 5/15 11:00P Matthew J. Palm

Today s Orlando Fringe Festival reviews include According to the Fox, Box [M], Home[sic] and The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln, all seen at previews. Box [M] (Brown, 60 minutes) imbues circus arts...