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Published on September 05, 2024
Blue Man Group Set for a Dynamic Orlando Return at New ICON Park TheaterSource: inazakira, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

 It’s been three years since the Blue Man Group performed at Universal Orlando Resort, but they’re returning. After the pandemic hit live entertainment hard, the group will perform at ICON Park, their new venue. According to ClickOrlando, the groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday, heralding the construction of a 500-seat theater designed to resonate with the pulse of the group's multi-sensory performances. Jack Kenn, managing director for Blue Man Group, emphasized the choice of ICON Park due to its significance and market familiarity.

The investment in the local entertainment landscape isn't just about ticket sales; Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings underscored the broader picture, pointing out the job creation and economic boost such a drawcard can catalyze—reminiscing about the previous success Blue Man Group enjoyed in Orlando and anticipating an encore of the immersive experience they're renowned for, he couldn't hide his excitement while noting "I had a huge smile for multiple reasons," Jerry Demings stated, as per ClickOrlando which wasn't only due to his impromptu participation in the show but also because of the promising vision this return paints for the community's economic health.

ICON Park, already a hotbed of attractions and eateries, is polishing its lineup with a good dose of avant-garde percussion, humor, and blue paint as the Blue Man Group gears up to unveil its proprietary blend of entertainment. They'll be tickling the senses of Orlando visitors and residents by late 2024, carving out a new niche in their custom-built 580-seat theater; the exact number of seats is according to FOX 35 Orlando.

The sneak peek of the group's forthcoming act during Thursday's celebration wasn't just an aperitif for the anticipation but also a symbolic nod to their storied past in the Orlando district where Blue Man Group became a symbolic part of the city's entertainment tapestry—having performed over 6,000 shows before the ritardando brought upon by COVID-19 measures.