A cast of about 800 performers are entertaining guests at Universal Epic Universe, most prominently in two major stage shows.

Thursday marks the official opening of Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe, the first major new theme park in the United States in over a decade.

I visited Universal's new Orlando theme park, Epic Universe, which has five worlds. I think it's a good value despite not having many rides.

From Harry Potter to Super Mario Bros. to Frankenstein’s monster, Universal Orlando Resort is pulling out all the pop culture stops at its newest and largest theme park in Florida.

Theme park takes advantage of leaps in high-tech advances and presents 21st century interactive experiences to guests.

The company opened its Epic Universe theme park in Orlando Thursday, after hosting a star-studded party Wednesday evening.

The blue carpet rolled out Wednesday evening in Orlando, bringing out celebrities and Universal leaders ahead of the grand opening of Epic Universe. Stars from Harry Potter were among the star-studded celebrities walking the carpet. It’s the day so many people have been waiting for.

One distinguishing look of Epic Universe is its portals, the physical gateways that lead into its themed worlds. They are rounded walk-through chutes topped by spires with symbols corresponding to the upcoming land. At the top of each curve is a bit of prose.