{"id":258721,"date":"2026-05-05T02:40:38","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T02:40:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/258721\/"},"modified":"2026-05-05T02:40:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T02:40:38","slug":"universal-orlando-to-close-revamp-horror-make-up-show-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/258721\/","title":{"rendered":"Universal Orlando to close, revamp Horror Make-Up Show"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mon, May 4, 2026 at 6:14 PM UTC\"\"<\/p>\n

The Brief<\/p>\n

Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida will be reimagined.<\/p>\n

The show will temporarily close to undergo changes, with the updated show debuting later this year, according to Universal Orlando.<\/p>\n

Horror Make-Up Show gives the audience a behind-the-scenes look at the special effects and makeup used in horror movies.<\/p>\n

ORLANDO, Fla. – Horror Make-Up Show, the long-running live show at Universal Studios Florida, is getting a makeover.<\/p>\n

The show will temporarily close starting May 12, with a “reimagined” version debuting later this year, Universal Orlando<\/a> has announced.<\/p>\n

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What we know<\/p>\n

Horror Make-Up Show has been a staple of Universal Studios since its debut in 1990.<\/p>\n

“Featuring movie clips, props and interactive demonstrations, this experience offers fascinating funny insight into the movie making process,” reads the show’s description on the Universal Orlando website.<\/p>\n

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The show features actors giving the audience a behind-the-scenes look at the make-up and special effects that are used in horror movies. Although the show is centered around horror, it’s known for using a lot of humor.<\/p>\n

What we don’t know<\/p>\n

Universal has not yet shared any details about the reimagined show or what changes will be made.<\/p>\n

Ahead of the closure, Universal is offering annual passholders reserved seating for the show from May 4 to May 10. Reserved seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n

The Source<\/p>\n

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