Sounds Dangerous!, Audio entertainment attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Florida
Sounds Dangerous! was an audio-based attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios where guests sat in a darkened theater wearing headphones to experience a sound-focused show. The ten-minute presentation relied entirely on audio effects and spatial sound to guide visitors through a narrative without any visual elements.
The attraction opened in 1999 with comedian Drew Carey as the host, guiding visitors through various audio-based scenarios. It operated until 2012, representing an early exploration of audio-focused entertainment in theme parks.
The show demonstrated sound production techniques in film and television, revealing the methods used to create audio effects for entertainment media.
The indoor venue could accommodate large groups at once and provided shelter during weather changes. Visitors should be prepared to sit in complete darkness and rely entirely on audio to follow the story.
The entire experience took place in complete darkness, letting sound effects and spatial audio create mental images without visual stimulation.
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