Overview
- Universal confirmed the current Horror Make‑Up Show will end in January 2026, with a reimagined edition planned for later in 2026.
- The new production is in development and is expected to incorporate both classic and contemporary horror IP while retaining a comedic tone.
- No reopening date has been announced, creating the possibility that the Pantages Theater could sit dark for a period.
- Public reaction highlights worries that a more branded, tightly scripted format could reduce the improvisation and audience interaction that defined the original.
- The move aligns with a broader refresh at Universal Orlando as the resort updates legacy offerings alongside projects like Epic Universe, and it adds urgency for late‑2025 visitors to catch the current show.