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CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular

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CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular, opened in Summer 2024, is Universal Orlando’s newest and largest nighttime spectacular ever.

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A stunning showcase presented within an immersive stage, CineSational presents some of the most unforgettable moments from iconic Universal films, brought to life through innovative technology and the emotional power of many of cinema’s best musical scores.

Created in collaboration with Universal Orlando Entertainment, the goal of this nightly spectacle was to create a groundbreaking end-of-day experience that pushes the boundaries of both technical execution and artistic expression.

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A brand-new original soundscape, composed by some of the most prolific musicians in the world, serves as the heart of the performance, setting the emotional tone for each act.

Complementing the music is a dynamic visual narrative—an impressive blend of original animation, projection mapping, and water-mapped video moments that work together to create an immersive multimedia journey through the films that have defined Universal’s cinematic legacy.

CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular

To present the show content, TAIT designed an entirely new stage and viewing space to house a more expansive and immersive array of layered special effects than ever before.

The visual heart of CineSational is its groundbreaking integration of water effects and projection technology. Newly developed fountains, capable of seamlessly shifting from laminar jets to fan-style projection surfaces, work in perfect harmony with crystal-clear laser projections, crafting a dynamic, ever-changing visual landscape.

CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular

CineSational also pioneered a new level of integration with aerial drone effects, coordinating sky-based elements with media, fountains, and pyrotechnic moments.. Backstage, dynamically-adaptive control system was implemented that allows the show to pivot effortlessly between dozens of show-optimization modes in real time, adjusting media and show effects for conditions like humidity, wind, and rain.

All of these innovations come together within a 500-foot-wide, multidimensional stage. Here, every musical note resonates in sync with a vivid array of colors, effects, lighting, fountains, pyrotechnics, and lasers.

Meticulously choreographed and executed with unmatched precision, CineSational sets a new benchmark for nighttime entertainment.

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