Walt Disney World is making significant progress on the Monstropolis expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with new construction photos showing updates to former MuppetVision and restaurant locations. The project includes transforming Mama Melrose into Harryhausen’s, a themed dining experience inspired by Monsters Inc., while PizzeRizzo will be reimagined as a counter-service eatery. The Glob Theater is being built on the site of the old MuppetVision stage with $22.4 million invested in structural work and advanced technology for its upcoming show. Construction permits filed between March and last month indicate that set installation and electrical work are underway, suggesting a potential Spring or Summer 2026 debut for The Glob. While exact opening dates remain unconfirmed by Disney, speculation points to a phased approach similar to Tropical Americas at Animal Kingdom, with the first portion of Monstropolis possibly opening in Summer 2027. The expansion aims to create an immersive environment where guests feel like they’ve stepped directly into the Monsters Inc. movie world.
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