Walt Disney World released the unhappy news to many fans this morning on the Disney Parks Blog that many musical favorites at Epcot are being retired September 27.
Included in the announcement was Celtic rockband “Off Kilter”, recently revamped Moroccan group “Mo’Rockin’” as well as the Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps.
“New experiences debuting over the next several months will contribute to the rich mix of entertainment at Epcot, and provide fresh experiences for our guests. In the near future, you can look forward to enjoying a traditional Berber music and dance troupe in Morocco, a corps of dynamic flag-waving performers in Italy, a thrilling lumberjack-inspired show in Canada, a Celtic folk music ensemble at the United Kingdom.”, said Shawn Slater, Communications Manager, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative Entertainment.
The news of these acts leaving Epcot has hit the Disney fan community hard and “Off Kilter” and “Epcot” are current trending on Twitter.
People are so devestated by #EPCOT phasing out #OffKilter that it's trending. Today is a Twilight Zone day for sure.
— Jerusha (@OrangeBirdSwirl) August 28, 2014
Currently wishing I had the Off Kilter albums to listen to.
— Capt Off Kilter (@CaptMichael87) August 28, 2014
I've been watching them nearly every week for the past 14 years… what is Disney's PROBLEM? I am so angry. #saveoffkilter
— Jenny Moose (@EpcotJenny) August 28, 2014
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