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disneylover1955
11-16-2010, 01:37 PM
When I was at Disney's Hollywood Studio's I couldn't help but watch the The Citizens of Hollywood when they showed up on the streets!

So I saw these posts about them and wondered if anyone has a favorite, likes them, dislikes them? :shrug:


The Citizens of Hollywood – ‘Speed Trap’
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Officer Percival Peabody stretches his arm out of his “car window” and loudly announces his intentions – “LEFT TURN!” “LEFT TURN!” He slowly does a complete left turn – by complete, I mean 360 degrees – no, make that 720 degrees. His partner, Officer First Class William Club maintains a steady vigil for any careless pedestrians along Hollywood Boulevard. What are they doing, you ask? Why, they begin camouflaging their “patrol car” with faux trees and vines, and carefully measure out white tape and lay it out on the pavement…They are not so secretly setting a “speed trap” for the well-being of those traveling the boulevard. They even produce a sign that verifies this.

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http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/10/the-citizens-of-hollywood-speed-trap/


The Citizens of Hollywood – ‘No Biz Like Showbiz’

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“Please! No pictures, darling…” commands Miss Dorma Nesmond, the self-proclaimed greatest movie star in the universe, while striking an elegant pose for the camera. Miss Nesmond is escorted down Hollywood Boulevard by the charming Chef Ben Appetit, Caterer to the Stars, and the ever-so-chatty director, Vladimir Pooey. Says Vladimir, “If you have seen one of my movies, you’ve seen Pooey!”


http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/the-citizens-of-hollywood-–-no-biz-like-showbiz/


The Citizens of Hollywood – ‘Public Works’

To quote Hollywood Public Works crew member Filmore Buckets, “When you can’t see it, it’s invisible!” Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was packed with laughter today as this zany troupe of oddball characters put on a memorable laugh-out-loud skit. Foreman Rusty had his work cut out for him, trying to contain the madcap crew as they deployed gag after gag. Filmore announced that he was also a Raccoon Ranger, and proudly showed off his vest and raccoon kerchief.

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As the crew began their slow drive back to the shop, who is peering out the car window? Ladies and gentlemen, I give you none other than Frederick of Hollywood. Hysterical.

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http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/the-citizens-of-hollywood-public-works/


The Citizens of Hollywood – ‘Wannabes and Has-Beens’

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As you stroll down Hollywood Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you will encounter an array of talented street performers along the way, always re-inventing themselves for your camera. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you Alberto Dante! Often imitated but never nominated. “Action! No! Cut!! No! Action!”

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And the drama plays out right in front of everyone, including the two actresses above – Miss Cynthia Bloom, Hollywood’s full bouquet of talent, together with the not-so bright starlet Evie Starlight. In her own words, “Sometimes it takes me a long time to remember my name…”



http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/the-citizens-of-hollywood-wannabes-and-has-beens/

The Citizens of Hollywood – ‘Star Power, Live and In Person’


You will be amazed at the variety of talent that you will encounter along Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, from the oh-so-dramatic wannabe Mimi Kaboom to the “been there, done that” veteran Tallulah Frutti, both charming in their own ways.

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If you happen upon that colorful Hollywood Talent Agent Jack Diamond as he sets a card table onto the pavement, you are in for a dazzling display of card tricks and sleight of hand. He’s really good! They say, “If you haven’t become famous in Hollywood, it’s because you don’t know Jack!”

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And now, the crème de la crème, a face (and voice) you will never forget- the #1 Cleaning Lady to the Stars and self-professed Marilyn look-alike, ROSIE! “Today is my 23rd birthday – I’m a hot potato!” Sidebar…(Gentlemen – Be very cautious when approaching Rosie – she LOVES to smooch.) And thatsalotoflipstick!

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http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/11/the-citizens-of-hollywood-star-power-live-and-in-person/

The Citizens of Hollywood- ‘Three Stars on the Pavement’


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Even the richest man in Hollywood, Shelby Mayor, and Ready Freddy Fiddlesticks, Hollywood’s next big star, take a back seat to one of the four original electric runabouts Walt Disney commissioned in 1959 at Disneyland. Who knew? Talk about rich history.


http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/12/the-citizens-of-hollywood-three-stars-on-the-pavement/

peaches magee
11-16-2010, 01:38 PM
I love those street actors so much and I am so glad they have kept them after all these years. They really give off a feel of old Hollywood which I LOVE! :)

mickeyfan1999
11-16-2010, 01:41 PM
To me they are Awesome!!!

minniemose35
11-16-2010, 02:36 PM
I love these guys. It's also funny watching the crowd look at them like they are crazy people. Some of these people have no idea that they are watching actors.:doh:

disneylover1955
11-16-2010, 07:30 PM
I love those street actors so much and I am so glad they have kept them after all these years. They really give off a feel of old Hollywood which I LOVE! :)

Omg I know, thats why I love seeing them! Thank you Disney :worship: for not dumping those actors! :)

HitchHikingGhostFangirl
11-16-2010, 07:46 PM
I love them all.

I've also not seen all of them to have a favourite

disneylover1955
12-01-2010, 12:28 PM
Add another set of citizens! The Citizens of Hollywood – ‘Star Power, Live and In Person’ :)

ti2gr
12-01-2010, 12:44 PM
I love these guys. It's also funny watching the crowd look at them like they are crazy people. Some of these people have no idea that they are watching actors.:doh:

I know it's almost as funny to watch other peoples reaction!

HT_NSU
12-01-2010, 01:15 PM
My last trip, we were able to catch the Public Works guys. They were hilarious! I love them all and usually stop to watch them whenever I see them. I just wish they were out more! (Or maybe I should just stop going in the off season. :lol:)

disneylover1955
12-01-2010, 01:23 PM
My last trip, we were able to catch the Public Works guys. They were hilarious! I love them all and usually stop to watch them whenever I see them. I just wish they were out more! (Or maybe I should just stop going in the off season. :lol:)

But off season is so much more fun! :rofl: I'm really excited to see how many I will be able to catch on my upcoming trip! :)

Allotes
12-01-2010, 05:06 PM
We watched Evie Starlight take her driving test in October. Absolutely hilarious!

disneylover1955
12-02-2010, 12:07 PM
I remember laughing so hard when I saw the has beens and wannabees! :rofl:

photographymom517
12-04-2010, 09:08 PM
We saw them in June. Someone told me before our trip that they were doing away with them, but thats not true at all!!! I also love watching people's reactions to them! Some people don't know about them before they visit Disney, so when they see them, they are surprised! lol I personally love them & think they are extremely entertaining!

Ortells
12-05-2010, 06:57 AM
No matter how fast you are rushing to go to Tower of terror, if these actors are by the Villians store you will stick o their act. Always funny.

disneylover1955
12-05-2010, 01:46 PM
No matter how fast you are rushing to go to Tower of terror, if these actors are by the Villians store you will stick o their act. Always funny.

I remember speed "walking" to Rock n Roller Coaster and I turned to watch them as I was "walking" and i ended up running into a lady that was standing there, I felt so bad but what little of the act I saw made me die laughing!

mickeyfan
12-05-2010, 05:27 PM
Alberto Dante is the best! I love these street shows and I make it a point to stop and watch these whenever they are going on.

disneylover1955
12-15-2010, 01:12 PM
Just added three stars on the pavement! They are one of my favorites! :happy:

disneyscott
12-27-2010, 05:00 PM
To me the actors really make the Studios a fun park. You never know what you can see them do and its never the same.

disneylover1955
01-05-2011, 02:03 PM
I watched No Biz Like Showbiz by the Tower of Terror and they were hilarious! They asked the audience to give them an item they received for Christmas and each actor had to make a bar joke about it! It was hilarious definitely stop to watch them if your out on Hollywood and Sunset! :)

Vinylmation245
01-05-2011, 06:17 PM
I saw "No Biz Like Showbiz" and it was very funny! I loved the ladys remark "Please No Pictures!" and then she would pose for a picture! VERY FUNNY

disneylover1955
01-05-2011, 10:56 PM
I saw "No Biz Like Showbiz" and it was very funny! I loved the ladys remark "Please No Pictures!" and then she would pose for a picture! VERY FUNNY

OMG that was hilarious! I wish I would have seen more of the Citizens! :(

NaCler
01-07-2011, 02:35 PM
Alberto Dante is the best! I love these street shows and I make it a point to stop and watch these whenever they are going on.

I agree with this! Alberto Dante is hysterical when he interacts with his "underlings"... "Alberto Dante is WALKING!"

Vinylmaniacs
01-25-2011, 06:17 PM
I love these guys. Anyone seen the act where the cops are competing to write the most tickets? My fiance and I sat down to watch them and I took a picture and one ran over to me and gave me a ticket for taking unauthorized photos! It was so funny. He wrote my name on it and everything. The rest of the ticket has other possible offenses like "crying before noon," "hair to perfect," or "overloaded stroller," etc. It's hilarious and a really cool, special souvenir.

SirScott99
01-25-2011, 06:21 PM
I don't really stop to watch them but they are funny. My favorite though by far are the Public Works guys. They are a riot and hysterical and are the only citizen's I'll make a special stop for. and while we're on the topic of these type of actors.... how about the world showcase players? I fricken love the skit in England for "King Arthur and the Holy Grail"

drkutz
03-18-2011, 02:58 PM
Great stuff. On our last trip, we stopped and watched them on several occasions. Normally my son had stopped in a store to try and trade his VM and then had to wait for his mom and sister to finish shopping. These performers are great at what they do. Also gave me a chance to explain to my kids what entertainment used to be, before it became "comcastic". Entertainment wasn't unreal sitcoms 24/7 but witty comedy.

Great stuff, I hope they keep them, just like the strolling entertainers at Epcot.

disneylover1955
03-18-2011, 05:38 PM
Just went back and watched my video from Christmas of a No Biz Like Show Biz making jokes about presents everyone got for Christmas! :rofl: Funny stuff! :rofl:

PinkCow
05-27-2011, 04:59 PM
This is my number one favorite aspect of Hollywood Studios... I hope they never go away!

mish2378
07-27-2011, 01:44 PM
I love watching them as well. They do a great job of entertaining the people