A VISIT TO WHOVILLE FOR GRINCHMAS?Byline: Fred Shuster Staff Writer The Grinch isn't just stealing Christmas, he's hijacking hijacking Crime of seizing possession or control of a vehicle from another by force or threat of force. Although by the late 20th century hijacking most frequently involved the seizure of an airplane and its forcible diversion to destinations chosen by the air pirates, when Universal Studios Hollywood as well. The off-kilter world of ``Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas,'' the forthcoming Jim Carrey “James Carrey” redirects here. For the murder conspirator, see James Carey. James Eugene Carrey (born January 17, 1962) is a Canadian actor and comedian. comedy-fantasy, has inspired a new holiday extravaganza ex·trav·a·gan·za n. 1. An elaborate, spectacular entertainment or display: "Washington is an extravaganza of great buildings, greenery, and monuments" Larry Griffin. at the popular hilltop theme park. Universal will bring Seuss' magical town of Whoville to life with props, sets, costumed characters The term costumed character generally refers to a costume that covers the performer's face. These range from theme park "walk-around" characters, the mascots of corporations, schools, or sports teams, some novelty act performers, to personal fursuits. , parades and a Who-fest of other Grinch-tastic attractions. Like the movie, Universal's ``Grinchmas'' opens Friday. ``It's really an entire Grinch environment,'' says Pat Moloney, vice president of entertainment at Universal Studios Hollywood. ``We've re-created Whoville. And since the movie was filmed on our lot, we have all the original props and scenery and stuff.'' Whoville festivities fes·tiv·i·ty n. pl. fes·tiv·i·ties 1. A joyous feast, holiday, or celebration; a festival. 2. The pleasure, joy, and gaiety of a festival or celebration. 3. abound nightly night·ly adj. 1. Of or occurring during the night; nocturnal: the cat's nightly prowl. 2. Happening or done every night: the physician's nightly rounds. , with a singing and dancing cast of Whoville-ians, a tree-lighting ceremony, appearances by the Grinch's faithful dog Max and real snowstorms. Universal's celebration of all things Whovian also includes the ``Mount Crumpit Snow Plummet,'' a long sledding hill piled with snow where young revelers can play. ``We're making three tons of real snow a night,'' Moloney said. ``It's the real thing.'' The ``Grinchmas'' fun continues aboard the famed Studio Tour, where guests will see the original Whoville sets, among the most imaginative and elaborate ever constructed on Universal's historic back lot. ``We did this because 'Grinch' is going to be a very popular movie,'' Moloney said. ``And because it's so cool.'' ``GRINCHMAS'' Where: Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City. When: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Friday through Jan. 1. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Tickets: $41 ages 12 and older, $31 ages 3 to 11, children under 3 free, $36 ages 60 and above. As part of the ``Grinchmas'' event, guests who purchase a regularly priced ticket will receive a three-month parking pass valid Jan. 1 through March 31. Information: (818) 622-3801. CAPTION(S): photo Photo: His royal greenness, Dr. Seuss' curmudgeonly cur·mudg·eon n. An ill-tempered person full of resentment and stubborn notions. [Origin unknown.] cur·mudg Grinch, invades Universal Studios through Jan. 1. |
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