Alain Littaye has exciting news about a new attraction at Universal Studios Singapore featuring the Jim Henson inspired characters from Sesame Street. ~~Rick

New Sesame Street Ride Will Open at Universal Studios Singapore This Fall

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A brand new attraction is coming to Universal Studios Singapore. It will open in less than four months from now and it will be a “Sesame Street” attraction! Located inside the Stage 28 of the New York Street area, it is rumored to be a ride with an overhead track with a vehicle suspended under the track like E.T Adventure (which, in 2007, was still envisioned to be part of USS, precisely in this location).

So, goodbye E.T and welcome to this brand new Sesame Street ride. I have the feeling that Universal might really bring it with this attraction, just like they did with the Transformers ride. As a friend of mine told me, “They’re really smart at Universal to create a ride on Sesame Street. Disney might have the rights on the Muppets but the Muppets aren’t on T.V. as much as Sesame Street – which was also created by Jim Henson.” Personally, I wouldn’t be surprised if this Sesame Street ride goes next to Universal Studios Osaka and then maybe on to Universal Orlando.

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For now, let’s see if we can learn a bit more about the storyline itself. Two weeks ago a big construction wall appeared, pictured above, partly to hide the future entrance and the construction behind but also to let guests know about this upcoming attraction opening this fall. The fence also holds plenty of clues about the ride storyline hidden here and there.

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As the clues are revealed, it seems that the storyline will not only involve Elmo, Sesame Street’s famous character, but also Super Grover and some “missing spaghetti” abducted to outer space! Why don’t you have a look at these clues and let me know in the comments what you think the storyline of the ride might be?

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Now, to make sure that Universal Studios Singapore guests know that this Sesame Street ride is coming, they can now find Sesame Street merchandise all around the NY street area.

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The Brown Derby shop, designed like a hat and originally selling hats, has been completely re-themed and is now selling exclusive Sesame Street merchandise as you can see below.

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As you’ve seen, at least from a merchandise point of view, everything is ready for the opening of the attraction. The ride is expected to open before the end of the year (some are saying on October 21 as we can see this date repeated on some of the clues) and you can count on me to give you fresh news about this new attraction as soon as available!

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Rick Wright
Rick has been a long term MiceChat author and co-founder of the Weekend Update. You will often find Rick in the position of "Greeter" at official events due to his warm and welcoming spirit. If you've got photos, news or trip reports to share, Rick would love to hear from you: [email protected]