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Universal Delays Closure of Horror Make-Up Show as Attraction Stays Open

Universal issued a brief update with no new closure date or reason for the change.

Overview

  • On December 30, Universal said the timeline for planned enhancements and a temporary shutdown has shifted, keeping the current show operating.
  • Reports last week had pointed to a final performance after Saturday, January 4, 2026.
  • Universal says enhancements remain planned, indicating the pause is a postponement rather than a cancellation.
  • Earlier descriptions of the reimagining pointed to a blend of classic and contemporary horror properties while retaining the show's comedic, interactive tone.
  • The decades-running Pantages Theater attraction showcases movie special effects with audience participation, and its latest film clips are from The Mummy (2017), underscoring how newer content could reshape a future version.