The Wicked Witch of the East, also known as the Wicked Witch of the East Under the House, is a character from L. Frank Baum's famous book "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", as well as its subsequent adaptations, most notably the 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz." The Wicked Witch of the East is one of the primary antagonists in the story, and she is known for her cruelty and wickedness. In the original book, she is described as being old and withered, and she rules over the eastern part of the Land of Oz. In both the book and the film, the Wicked Witch of the East meets her demise when Dorothy's house is swept away by a tornado and lands on top of her, crushing her. This sets off the main plot of the story, as Dorothy begins her journey down the Yellow Brick Road to find the Wizard and obtain her return to Kansas.
A key difference between Walt Disney Worlds attendance versus Disneyland is the demographic. Disneyland tends to be more of a “locals park” than Walt Disney World. Both have a lot of tourists and locals, but Disneyland seems to attract those relatively close to the park. The Magic Key passes would be utilized far more often that Disney would like. If they do let people renew I have to wonder if they will ramp up the black out times to try and force people to buy tickets.
This ranks up there with the CFO Christine McCarthy saying that smaller portion sizes to offset costs which is probably good for some people s waistlines. For weeks, those pass holders have been begging Disneyland for information on how to renew their passes, since Disneyland had stopped selling all tiers of Magic Key months ago.
This sets off the main plot of the story, as Dorothy begins her journey down the Yellow Brick Road to find the Wizard and obtain her return to Kansas. The Witch's death is of great significance in the story, as it represents the liberation of the Munchkins, the diminutive inhabitants of the eastern region. The Munchkins are depicted as happy and grateful for their newfound freedom from the Witch's tyranny.
Disneyland Magic Key Passholders Feel Slighted By “Unfavorable Attendance Mix” Comment
The Walt Disney Company had their Q3 shareholder call on August 8. During the call it was mentioned that there were financial gains made in theme parks. They saw an “increase in average per capita ticket revenue,” likely due the Genie+ and Lighting Lane upcharges. However, they claimed that the positives were “partially offset by an unfavorable attendance mix at Disneyland Resort.” Many feel that they mean the Magic Key Passholders because it was in regards to per capita ticket revenue. Magic Key holders don’t buy individual tickets. The fact that they haven’t allowed Magic Key passholders a chance to renew yet is also concerning to many. Those that bought their passes early would have their year run out the end of August.
A key difference between Walt Disney Worlds attendance versus Disneyland is the demographic. Disneyland tends to be more of a “locals park” than Walt Disney World. Both have a lot of tourists and locals, but Disneyland seems to attract those relatively close to the park. The Magic Key passes would be utilized far more often that Disney would like. If they do let people renew I have to wonder if they will ramp up the black out times to try and force people to buy tickets.
Why get people to pay once when you can make them pay multiple times? It’s the new Disney difference.
Magic Key Holders feel personally attacked by the comment, and I can understand why.
This ranks up there with the CFO Christine McCarthy saying that smaller portion sizes to offset costs “which is probably good for some people’s waistlines.” People are not happy and have taken to social media sites like Twitter to vent their frustration.
#Disney might also note declining “magic” at the parks w/staff only partly trained before being shoved out into their jobs.
Also Magic Key holders snap up dining reservations & merch instantly, so doubt that excuse. #Disneyland https://t.co/v60uO1boCa— Susan Smith (@Susannah2k) August 11, 2022
I would agree that this is likely not true. Locals come in for events and new merchandise and food items. It’s usually passholders at Disney parks that have bags full of merchandise to list on third party auction sites. What they aren’t doing is staying in the ridiculously overpriced resort hotels and they aren’t buying three meals a day.
Every time we go to #Disneyland as an annual pass/Magic Key member we spend $$$ on parking, meals, drinks, and snacks. Without us, Disneyland could not bounce back from the pandemic or even survive. That’s a fact. #MagicKey #DisneyParks
— Dennis Escobedo ☮️ (@dennisescobedo4) August 11, 2022
Wow everyone, I’m really fed up with the way we were treated at the call yesterday.
I’m going to cut up my Magic Key!
Wait… we never got physical passes.
— Coffee Master Caitie (@Caitiebear13) August 11, 2022
If I use my magic key to go to Disneyland once per week my entry fee would be around $23. Of course they don’t want me there lol 😶
I am not local to Anaheim, I live in Vegas. When I use my Magic Key at Disney, I spend quite a bit of $.
Nice to know my $$ is “unfavorable” https://t.co/wlYSo3dxqm— Kelli H (@LVGinger729) August 11, 2022
Perhaps the “Unfavorable Attendance Mix” is not Magic Key:Tickets but the TYPES of MKs. Saturdays seem to be the lightest attended days because lower keys are blocked out. They need to unblock more dates.
— Legacy Keyholder? 💫 (@DisneyAdult) August 11, 2022
so according to disney’s ceo magic key holders don’t bring in enough money to the parks. excuse me but i spend $50-$100 on drinks & food on each visit 🤔🫠 the key holders i know are doing the same🖕🏻just let us renew our keys already!
— Maritza (@M_TheBagHag) August 11, 2022
I’m at such a low point rn I don’t even care if Disney let’s me renew my magic key or not. I’m tired. I’m done.
— Matthew R.™ (@ItsJustMatthewR) August 11, 2022
I love how people are taking the initiative to cash in on the unfortunate wording. Disney would if they could!
An AP style magnet would be a great product.
People are very fed up. Disney keeps alienating their core audience.
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What’s unfavorable is the stipulation Disney put in place waiving Magic Key holders from being able to file a class action lawsuit.
While the character of the Wicked Witch of the East plays a relatively small role in Baum's original book, she has become an iconic figure in popular culture, largely due to the memorable portrayal by Margaret Hamilton in the 1939 film adaptation. Hamilton's performance, complete with her cackling laugh and green skin, has become synonymous with the image of the Wicked Witch of the East. In addition to the original story, the Wicked Witch of the East has been reimagined and expanded upon in various adaptations and spin-offs. One notable example is the hit Broadway musical "Wicked," which tells the story of the Witch and her relationship with Glinda the Good Witch before the events of "The Wizard of Oz." In conclusion, the Wicked Witch of the East is a memorable and iconic character from L. Frank Baum's "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." Her demise at the hands of Dorothy's house sets the story in motion and provides the catalyst for Dorothy's journey. Through various adaptations, the character has become a symbol of wickedness and has left a lasting impact on popular culture..
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