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{{Infobox|Title = 2-Stage|Image = WyCujCH.jpg|Type = Stage (CEC)|Distributor = CEC (Former)|Released = March 26, 1992|Country = *USA (Current)
  
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{{Infobox|Title = 2-Stage|Image = WyCujCH.jpg|Type = Stage (CEC)|Distributor = CEC (Former)|Released = February 1992|Country = *USA (Current)
 
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The '''2-Stage''' is a stage format found at [[Chuck E. Cheese's]] locations. Most of these locations originated as [[Pizza Time Theatre]] locations. These stages are configured as [[Munch's Make Believe Band]].
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The '''2-Stage''' is a stage format found at [[Chuck E. Cheese's]] locations. Most of these locations originated as [[Pizza Time Theatre]] locations. These stages are configured as [[Munch's Make Believe Band]]
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==History==
  
==History==
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The 2-Stage was introduced in March 1992 with the first installation in White Settlement, Texas. Some 2-Stages were created from [[Balcony Stage|Balcony]] and [[C-Stage]]s, mainly involving putting the animatronics on new leg assemblies, installing new arm assemblies on Munch and Pasqually, and redressing the animatronics to resemble their [[3-Stage]] counterparts.<ref>http://www.showbizpizza.com/info/documents/spt/spt_2stage-install.pdf</ref>
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The 2-Stage was introduced in February 1992 with the first installation in White Settlement, Texas. Some 2-Stages were created from [[Balcony Stage|Balcony Stages]], [[C-Stage]]s, and [[Rocker Stage|Rocker Stages]], mainly involving putting the animatronics on new leg assemblies, installing new arm assemblies on Munch and Pasqually (and Helen for the Rocker Stage), and redressing the animatronics to resemble their [[3-Stage]] counterparts.<ref>http://www.showbizpizza.com/info/documents/spt/spt_2stage-install.pdf</ref>
   
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The 2-Stage is very similar to the [[1-Stage]]; the only real difference being that, rather than all five band members sharing one stage, [[Chuck E. Cheese (Character)|Chuck E.]] is off to the right side on his own stage, with his own curtains and lighting. On the main stage, where Chuck E. usually stands, there is a large-screen rear projection TV that plays the current [[showtape]]; above the TV is a color-changing Fiber Optic display that reads "Chuck E. Cheese." The remaining characters, Helen, Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually, are on stage left. [[Wink|The Wink]] is above both stages.
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The 2-Stage is very similar to the [[1-Stage]]; the only real difference being that, rather than all five band members sharing one stage, [[Chuck E. Cheese (Character)|Chuck E.]] is off to the right side on his own stage, with his own curtains and lighting. On the main stage, where Chuck E. usually stands, there is a large-screen rear projection TV that plays the current [[showtape]]; above the TV is a color-changing Fiber Optic display that reads "Chuck E. Cheese". The remaining characters, Helen, Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually, are on stage left. [[Wink|The Wink]] is normally above both stages.
   
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Throughout the 1990s up to the 2010s, some 2-Stages have been converted to 1-Stages with their original props remaining. These conversions are unofficially known as [[1/2 Stage|1/2 Stages]].
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Throughout the 1990s up to the 2010s, some 2-Stages have been converted to 1-Stages with their original props remaining. These conversions are unofficially known as [[1.5 Stage|1.5 Stages]].
   
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As of April 2022, there are 27 operational 2-Stages in the United States and Canada<ref name="Retro Pizza Zone">{{Cite web|url=http://w11.zetaboards.com/Retro_Pizza_Zone/topic/11546016/4/}}</ref>.
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As of December 3rd, 2023, there are 5 operational 2-Stages, 4 in the United States and 1 in Canada.
   
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==Trivia==
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*Although the 1-Stage, 2-Stage, and [[Road Stage]] are all very similar, there are often some additional differences with the band itself. For instance, sometimes Munch sports a personalized hat, sometimes no hat at all. And sometimes, Jasper or Munch have their PTT masks. Most noticeably, some restaurants had Jasper playing a banjo, rather than his infamous cheese-shaped electric guitar.
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*The "Wink" is a fiberglass decoration above all the CEC stages (and the [[3-Stage]] as well), created in a golden likeness of Chuck E.'s face. Coinciding with the playing showtape, the face will occasionally wink, often before an intermission or during another key moment in a showtape. The "ribbons" on the sides of Chuck E.'s head, read, at one time, "In Pizza We Trust", a slogan that also appeared on tokens, cups, and the sort. Most were covered over with red and white ribbons by way of double sided tape.
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==Current 2-Stages==
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{| class="wikitable"
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!Location
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!Installed / Opened
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!Condition / Notes
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|Annapolis, Maryland, United States
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|April 10, 1993
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|Oldest operating 2-Stage. One of two remaining 2-Stages in Maryland.
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|Northridge, California
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|Spring 1993
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|Former PTT. Currently 2.0. Operating with 2-Stage and Dance Floor + Video Wall, and will eventually be the last animatronic show at CEC once every location has been remodeled to 2.0. Chuck E. wears a Rockstar outfit. Also has operational lift curtains that came from the Huntington Beach location.
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|-
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|Willowdale, Ontario, Canada
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|1994-1995
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|Former PTT. Opened in 1983 with Balcony Stage, converted to [[C-Stage]], then to 2-Stage. Last 2-Stage in Canada and last one outside of the United States. Last international PTT still open, all the current international locations opened as CEC.
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|Huntington Beach, California, United States
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|1995
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|Former PTT and oldest operating CEC location, making it the last operating 1970s location still open. Set to relocate in mid to late 2024.
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| Catonsville (Baltimore), Maryland, United States
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|1990s
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|Formerly a Road Stage. One of two remaining 2-Stages in Maryland.
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|-
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|}
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|-|Former 2-Stages =
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==Former 2-Stages==
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{| class="wikitable"
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!Location
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!Installed
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!Removed
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!Condition / Notes
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|Arlington, TX
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|1996
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|November 2022
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|Replaced the first Rocker Stage.
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|-
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|Chino, CA
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|1994
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|2022
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|Former PTT, was in a state of disrepair.
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|-
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|Pico Rivera, CA
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|Mid 1990s
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|2011
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|Former PTT. Converted to a 1-Stage during Phase 4 remodel.
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|-
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|National City, CA
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|1994
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|2012
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|Former PTT. Converted to a 1-Stage during Phase 4 remodel.
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|-
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|Glen Burnie, MD
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|1993
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|2018
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|Jasper had his PTT mask and Helen had unique hair.
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|Silver Spring, MD
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|1993/4
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|2016
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|Chuck E. and Munch’s mask were sent to the Glen Burnie location.
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|-
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|Baltimore “Essex”, MD
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|1993/4
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|2018
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|-
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|Springfield, PA
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|1995/6
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|2012
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|Formerly a Road Stage.
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|-
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|Roseville, MI
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|1996
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|2021
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|Munch and Jasper had PTT masks.
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|-
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|Philadelphia “Snyder”, PA
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|1992
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|2022
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|Was low to the ground and in a state of disrepair.
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|-
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|Miami “Biscayne”, FL
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|1993
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|2022
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|Final Cyberamic stage in Florida.
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|-
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|Portland, OR
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|1994
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|October 2020
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Last MMBB in Oregon.
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|-
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|White Settlement, TX
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|1992
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|2020
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|First 2-Stage ever installed. Had wood paneling around stage. Munch had a Road Stage keyboard and Jasper had his banjo.
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|-
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|Canton, MI
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|1993/4
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|2022
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|Munch had his PTT mask.
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|-
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|Tinley Park, IL
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|1993
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|November 26, 2023
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|Formerly a Rocker Stage. Last 2-Stage and Cyberamic show in Illinois. Chuck E. had his Cool Chuck outfit.
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|Lansing, MI
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|1992
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|August 2023
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|Former PTT, last MMBB in Michigan.
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|Cherry Hill, NJ
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|1992
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|August 2023
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|Last 2-Stage in New Jersey.
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|-
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|Chesapeake “Sam’s Circle”, VA
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|1996
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|July 2023
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|Chuck E. had his hat and a unique platform, and Jasper had overalls. Last MMBB in Virginia. Stage originally came from the Merced, CA location.
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|Florence, KY
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|2003
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|March 31, 2022
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|Former PTT, 2-Stage came from the Hampton, VA location. Jasper had his PTT mask. Last MMBB in Kentucky.
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|San Jose “Kooser”, CA
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|1996?
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|2020
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|Second CEC location to ever open. Stage was in disrepair due to the age of the Cyberamics.
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|-
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|Tampa “Carrollwood”, FL
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|1994/5
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|August 2019
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|Had neon around buildings, fixed by CEC Florida.
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|Brandon, FL
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|1994?
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|2021
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|Former PTT, 5th oldest operating location. Jasper had his PTT mask.
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|Burlington, MA
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|1992
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|2017
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|Animatronics sent to Springfield MA to replace their CEI bots.
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|Danvers, MA
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|Early 1990s
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|2020
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|Had curtains until 2018.
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|Skokie, IL
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|1994
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|2019
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|Munch and Jasper had PTT masks until 2009.
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|Worcester, MA
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|1992
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|2021
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|Lacked MMBB sign.
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|Garden Grove, CA
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|Early 1990s
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|August 2022
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|Former PTT, the bots were destroyed.
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|Rochester Hills, MI
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|1990s
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|2020
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|Jasper had his banjo.
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|Philadelphia “Roosevelt”, PA
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|1993/4
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|2019
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|Virginia Beach, VA
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|1997
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|2022
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|Chuck E., Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had PTT masks, last 2-Stage to be installed. Last location with PTT Pasqually mask.
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|Union, NJ
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|1992
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|2005
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|Former PTT. Replaced with Studio C Beta. Closed in 2019, new location opened in 2023.
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|San Antonio “Windsor Cross”, TX
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|1992
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|2005
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|Second 2-stage ever.
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|Waterbury, CT
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|1992
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|2020
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|Last 2-stage to have Tux Chuck.
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|Newington, NH
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|1996
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|2018
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|Last MMBB in New Hampshire.
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|-
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|Natick, MA
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|1992
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|2020
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|Fairfield, CA
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|1993/4
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|2021
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|Former PTT, was in a state of disrepair. Reopened as a 2.0 in 2022.
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|-
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|Torrance, CA
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|1990s
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|January 2023
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|Alburquerque, NM
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|1993
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|2022
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|Final MMBB in New Mexico, former PTT
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|Covina, California
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|1993
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|December 3, 2023
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|Former PTT and possible second oldest location still open (unconfirmed to have opened in August 1980). Jasper had his PTT mask until around 2016.
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|-
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|El Monte, CA
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|1990s
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|2020
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|Stage was low to the ground.
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|-
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|Sharonville, OH
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|1992
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|October 2019
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|
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|-
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|Dale City, VA
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|1990s
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|2017
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|Removed due to an exterior fire.
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|-
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|Stafford, TX
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|1990s
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|2022
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|Final 2-stage in the Houston area.
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|-
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|San Antonio, TX (Military Drive)
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|1990s
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|2017
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|Chico, CA
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|1990s
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|2011
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|Location became Fun Zone and Pizza after closing.
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|Carson, CA
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|1990s
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|2014/2015
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|Jasper and Pasqually’s masks were sent to the Garden Grove, CA location.
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|-
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|Santiago “Mall Plaza Vespucio”, Chile
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|1996
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|2000
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|Sent to Mall Plaza Oeste location in the form of a 1-Stage.
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|Ventura, CA
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|1990s
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|October 2023
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|Former PTT.
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|-
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|Modesto, CA
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|1990s
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|October 2023
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|Former PTT, fourth oldest CEC location currently.
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|Erie, PA
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|1992
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|2023
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|Final 2-Stage and Cyberamic stage in Pennsylvania.
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|-
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|Bell, CA
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|1990s
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|October 2023
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|Former PTT.
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|San Bernardino, CA
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|1990s
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|June 18, 2020
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|Last Jasper PTT mask in California.
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|Reno, NV
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|1992
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|1993/4
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|Replaced by a 1-Stage, received 2.0 in 2022.
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|Anchorage, AK
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|1993
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|2006
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|Only 2-stage and CEC in Alaska. One of a few 2-Stages to keep the Flag Wavers. Replaced by a Studio C Beta.
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|Bossier City, LA
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|1992
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|2013
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|Only 2-stage in Louisiana, relocated in 2013.
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|-
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|Patchogue, NY
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|1993
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|2002
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|Replaced by a Studio C Beta.
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|Spokane, WA
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|1993
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|2000
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|Only 2-stage in Washington.
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|Sacramento, California, United States
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|1990s
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|January 2024
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|Former PTT.
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|Pasadena, California, United States
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|October 14, 1993
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|February 2024
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|Received animatronics from the Valencia, CA location in 2023, which featured a 1-Stage.
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|San Diego, CA (Mira Mesa)
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|1997
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|Former PTT. Stage very low to the ground due to being moved during a remodel.
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==Special 2-Stages==
  
==Special 2-Stages==
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*Before its closure in June 2020, the 2-Stage in White Settlement, Texas (in addition to being the very first 2-Stage) had a different design (resembling more like a 3-Stage) than the other existing 2-Stages. It also had Munch's Road/Early 3-Stage keyboard instead of the 1/2-Stage keyboard. Jasper also had his barrel that is usually on the 3-Stage, as well as his banjo. This 2-Stage also featured a unique TKO Drumhead.
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*Before its closure in June 2020, the 2-Stage in White Settlement, Texas (in addition to being the very first 2-Stage) had a different design (resembling more like a 3-Stage) than the other existing 2-Stages. It had Munch's Road/Early 3-Stage keyboard instead of the 1/2-Stage keyboard. Jasper had his barrel that is usually on the 3-Stage, as well as his banjo. This 2-Stage also featured a unique TKO Drumhead for Pasqually's drums.
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*Before its closure in December 2005, the 2-Stage in San Antonio, "Windsor Cross", Texas, was the second 2-Stage made. It featured a unique organ front, star, Jasper's Barrel, and a red base for Chuck E. Previously, it housed the first C-Stage.
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*Before its closure in December 2005, the 2-Stage in San Antonio, "Windsor Cross", Texas, was the second 2-Stage made. It featured a unique organ front, a unique star, Jasper's Barrel, and a red base for Chuck E. Previously, it housed the first C-Stage.
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*The 2-Stage in Philadelphia "Snyder", Pennsylvania, has a speaker underneath Munch's keyboard like most 2-Stages. Jasper is also missing his hat, and Chuck E. has his Rockstar outfit.
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*The 2-Stage in Philadelphia "Snyder", Pennsylvania, had a speaker underneath Munch's keyboard like most 2-Stages. Jasper was missing his hat, and Chuck E. had his Rockstar outfit. This stage was removed when the location received 2.0 in July 2022.
 
*Before its closure in June 2020, the 2-Stage in Waterbury, Connecticut had Chuck E.'s Tuxedo outfit until it was removed in Summer 2011 and replaced with his Avenger outfit. It was the final 2-Stage to have it.
  
*Before its closure in June 2020, the 2-Stage in Waterbury, Connecticut had Chuck E.'s Tuxedo outfit until it was removed in Summer 2011 and replaced with his Avenger outfit. It was the final 2-Stage to have it.
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*The 2-Stage in Tinley Park, Illinois, still has Munch’s PTT mask and also has working fiber optic fireworks in the background. It is also in a state of disrepair, and is the final 2-Stage in the state. Chuck E. also wears his Cool Chuck outfit, and had his red hat for a short period of time in 2019 until it was removed again. Munch is wearing a tropical hat with palm trees on it, and also wears a lei around his neck. Pasqually has a unique drum set, that instead of being dark red like other 2-Stages, it is an off-white color.
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*The 2-Stage in Tinley Park, Illinois, had Munch's PTT mask and also has working fiber optic fireworks in the background. Chuck E. wore his Cool Chuck outfit and had his red hat for a short period of time in 2019 until it was removed again. Munch is wearing a tropical hat with palm trees on it, and he wears a lei around his neck. Pasqually has a unique drum set, that instead of being dark red like other 2-Stages, is an off-white color. Pasqually’s mask, Chuck E.'s entire head mechanism, mask, and valves are from Chicago Fullerton, which received 2.0 in August 2022. This store removed their stage for the 2.0 refresh on November 26th, 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in Canton, Michigan has a microphone on Munch's keyboard, and Pasqually's drums are blue. Munch also has a PTT mask.
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*The 2-Stage in Canton, Michigan had a microphone on Munch's keyboard. Also, Pasqually's drums were blue and Munch had a PTT mask. This location received 2.0 in 2022.
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*The 2-Stage in Chesapeake, Virginia (Sam's Circle on Battlefield Blvd) has a unique base for Chuck E. and his Avenger Chuck hat, Helen's old 1990s mask, a PTT Chuck drumhead for Pasqually (from Hampton, VA after it relocated in 2002), and Jasper has overalls. This stage originally came from the Merced, California PTT, and was the third 2-Stage before closing in the mid-1990’s.
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*The 2-Stage in Chesapeake, Virginia (Sam's Circle) had a unique base for Chuck E. and his Avenger Chuck hat, Helen's 1990s mask, a PTT Chuck drumhead for Pasqually (from Hampton, VA after it relocated in 2002), and Jasper's overalls. This stage originally came from the Merced, California PTT, and was the third 2-Stage before closing in the mid 1990s. This stage was removed for 2.0 in July 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in San Jose "Kooser", California had also been in a state of disrepair due to the age of the animatronics, as this location housed them since the Balcony Stage in the 1970s ("Kooser" was the second-ever Chuck E. Cheese's to open after "Winchester"), and Chuck E. had his latex feet until they replaced them in late 2019-early 2020 with the plastic feet. This location closed in June 2020.
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*The 2-Stage in San Jose "Kooser", California was in a state of disrepair due to the age of the animatronics, as this location housed them since the Balcony Stage in 1980 ("Kooser" was the second-ever Chuck E. Cheese's to open after "Winchester"), and Chuck E. had his latex feet until they replaced them in late 2019-early 2020 with the plastic feet. This location closed in June 2020.
 
*The 2-Stage in Glen Burnie, Maryland had Chuck E., Munch (which was later replaced with Silver Spring's mask), and Jasper's PTT masks, and Helen had unique hair. This location received 2.0 in 2018.
  
*The 2-Stage in Glen Burnie, Maryland had Chuck E., Munch (which was later replaced with Silver Spring's mask), and Jasper's PTT masks, and Helen had unique hair. This location received 2.0 in 2018.
 
*The 2-Stage in Tampa, Florida was fixed throughout 2015-2019. Several changes included Helen's yellow hair, neon lights around the buildings and the Wink, Chuck E. wearing his Avenger Chuck hat until late 2019 and the curtains were re-enabled to close manually. They also had the Jasper and Helen from Lakeland, Florida. This location received 2.0 in August 2019.
  
*The 2-Stage in Tampa, Florida was fixed throughout 2015-2019. Several changes included Helen's yellow hair, neon lights around the buildings and the Wink, Chuck E. wearing his Avenger Chuck hat until late 2019 and the curtains were re-enabled to close manually. They also had the Jasper and Helen from Lakeland, Florida. This location received 2.0 in August 2019.
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*The 2-Stage in Brandon, Florida had a blue screen and camera in the former cabaret room, this was the only ever existing stage location to have this and was removed during their Phase 4 remodel. The stage was relocated to the back wall when they got Phase 4, but was not properly raised up. The work lights were also turned on and Jasper had his PTT mask. It was also in a state of disrepair. This location recieved 2.0 in 2021.
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*The 2-Stage in Brandon, Florida had a blue screen and camera in the former cabaret room; this was the only ever existing stage location to have this and was removed during their Phase 4 remodel. The stage was relocated to the back wall when they got Phase 4 but was not properly raised up. The work lights were turned on and Jasper had his PTT mask. It was in a state of disrepair. This location received 2.0 in 2021. This location is currently the 5th oldest Chuck E. Cheese location and is currently the second oldest operating location to get the 2.0 Remodel, after Arlington, Texas, which received 2.0 in November 2022, and is the 3rd oldest operating location.
 
*The 2-Stage in Union, New Jersey had Munch and Pasqually's PTT arm movements until 1994. This location got a Studio C Beta in 2005 and closed on November 17th, 2019.
  
*The 2-Stage in Union, New Jersey had Munch and Pasqually's PTT arm movements until 1994. This location got a Studio C Beta in 2005 and closed on November 17th, 2019.
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*The 2-Stage in Arlington, Texas replaced the first Rocker Stage, and it has Munch's PTT mask. Jasper had a PTT mask until 2011-2012. They had the Helicopter Lights until it was replaced with Disco Lights Chuck E. also has blue or yellow Cool Chuck Shirt but was replace with Avenger Chuck shirt and has the latex feet, Munch's hat has been removed and Helen has the mask from Irving Texas, which features yellow hair.
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*The 2-Stage in Arlington, Texas replaced the first Rocker Stage in 1996, and had Munch's PTT mask. Jasper had a PTT mask until 2011-2012. They had the Helicopter Lights until it was replaced with the Disco Lights. Chuck E. originally had a blue/yellow Cool Chuck Shirt but was replaced with the Avenger shirt and had latex feet, Munch's hat had been removed, and Helen has the mask from Irving, Texas, which features yellow hair. This location was the last 2-Stage in the state, after Stafford received 2.0 in August 2022. Arlington would be the last until November 2022, when they would also receive 2.0. They were the 16th Pizza Time Theatre opened, the first in the state of Texas, and is currently the 3rd oldest operating former PTT location, opening in October 1980, and the 5th, 6th, or 7th oldest CEC location. (Regardless of first chain, Jacksonville, Florida (Atlantic), which opened as the second Showbiz, is the second oldest CEC location, opening in August 1980.). Arlington is currently the 4th oldest location to get the 2.0 Remodel, after Overland Park, Kansas, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Jacksonville, Florida.
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(Atlantic), which are all former SPPs.
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*The 2-Stage in Burlington, Massachusetts had Jasper's banjo. This location closed in July 2017 and the animatronics were sent to the 3-Stage in Springfield, Massachusetts, with Jasper's banjo remaining. Springfield has since closed.
  
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*The 2-Stage in Burlington, Massachusetts had Jasper's banjo. This location closed in July 2017 and the animatronics were sent to the 3-Stage in Springfield, Massachusetts, with Jasper's banjo remaining. The Springfield location closed on June 18th, 2020.
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*The 2-Stage in Albuquerque, New Mexico is the only 2-Stage in the state. Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually have clip-on microphones, and Chuck E. has his latex feet.
  
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*The 2-Stage in Albuquerque, New Mexico (Wyoming) was the only 2-Stage in the state. Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had clip-on microphones, and Chuck E. had his latex feet. This location's stage was removed for 2.0. Albuquerque (Wyoming), is the 8th oldest former PTT still in operation.
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*The 2-Stage in Modesto, California has a black valence and it does not feature The Wink.
  
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*The 2-Stage in Modesto, California had a black valence, and it did not feature The Wink. This stage was removed for 2.0 in October 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in Toronto (North York), Ontario is the last one outside the United States. It features Jasper's PTT mask (with a modern snout), Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans, and a unique Munch mask.
  
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*The 2-Stage in Willowdale, Ontario, Canada is the last one outside the United States. It features Jasper's PTT mask (with a modern snout), Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans, and a unique Munch mask.
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*The 2-Stage in Florence, Kentucky was the last in the state and was originally from the Hampton, Virginia location which closed in 2002. Jasper and Munch had PTT masks, and Chuck E.'s jaw color was different compared to the color of his snout. He also wore the Cool Chuck outfit, and the stage lacked the Wink. This location’s stage was removed on March 31, 2022 to make way for 2.0.
  
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*The 2-Stage in Huntington Beach, California is the oldest operating stage currently. Chuck E. has his Avenger shirt and rare “Cool Chuck” shorts. Jasper has black pants and Chuck E. was meant to go through eye problems sometimes. This location is currently the last 1970s location still open. It is rumored that this location will relocate with 2.0 by 2025.
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*The 2-Stage in Florence, Kentucky was the only 2-Stage in the state and was originally from the Hampton, Virginia location which closed in 2002. Jasper and Munch had PTT masks, and Chuck E.'s jaw color was different compared to the color of his snout. He also wore the Cool Chuck outfit, and the stage lacked the Wink. This stage replaced a Rocker Stage and was installed around 2003. This location's stage was removed on March 31, 2022, to make way for 2.0. Florence was the first PTT to open in Kentucky and was the last Munch's Make Believe Band stage (Paducah received 2.0 in 2018, making Florence the last) and Cyberamic stage (all others closed between 1986 and 1997) in the state of Kentucky.
 
*The 2-Stage in Danvers, Massachusetts had working curtains for Chuck E.'s stage so they could be closed for live/birthday shows. They removed the curtains in late 2018 and this location closed in April 2020.
  
*The 2-Stage in Danvers, Massachusetts had working curtains for Chuck E.'s stage so they could be closed for live/birthday shows. They removed the curtains in late 2018 and this location closed in April 2020.
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*The 2-Stage in Skokie, Illinois had Munch’s PTT mask, and had curtains until 2017. Jasper's PTT mask survived until 2009. Also, Chuck E. was wearing the Cool Chuck hat with the Avenger outfit. They got 2.0 in 2019.
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*The 2-Stage in Skokie, Illinois had Munch's PTT mask and had Jasper's PTT mask until 2009. They had curtains until 2017. Chuck E. was wearing the Cool Chuck hat with the Avenger outfit. They got 2.0 in 2019.
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*The 2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts lacked the Munch's Make Believe Band sign. Jasper also had his banjo until 2013. This location received 2.0 in October 2021, with Chuck E., Helen, and Jasper's top halves being sent and used on Lowell's 1-Stage.
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*The 2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts lacked the Munch's Make Believe Band sign. Jasper had his banjo until 2013. This location received 2.0 in October 2021, with Chuck E., Helen, and Jasper's top halves now at the Lowell, Massachusetts 1-Stage.
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*Before its closure on October 28th, 2018, the 2-Stage in Baltimore "Essex", Maryland had Munch's cap with his name on it, and Pasqually had a 1990’s mask.
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*Before its closure on October 28th, 2018, the 2-Stage in Baltimore "Essex", Maryland had Munch's cap with his name on it, and Pasqually's 1990s mask.
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*The 2-Stage in Virginia Beach, Virginia had Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans. Chuck E., Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had PTT masks, and they had curtains until 2021. This stage was removed for 2.0 in May 2022.
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*The 2-Stage in Virginia Beach, Virginia had Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans. Chuck E., Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had PTT masks, and they had curtains until 2021. This was also the last 2-Stage to be installed in March 1997. This stage was removed for 2.0 in May 2022. Virginia Beach's PTT Pasqually mask was also the last.
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*The 2-Stage in Sacramento, California has Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit and now lacks the silver projector.
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*The 2-Stage in Sacramento, California had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit and lacked the silver projector. Chuck E. also had a mask with smaller eye holes. Jasper had blue eyes. The stage was removed for 2.0 in January 2024.
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*The 2- Stage in Bell, California has Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans and got his mask from Sun Valley California in Mid-2014.
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*The 2- Stage in Bell, California had Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans and featured his mask from the Sun Valley, California location. Bell's previous mask went to the Sun Valley location. The stage was removed for 2.0 in October 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in Northridge, California has Chuck E.'s Cool Chuck outfit. They had curtains until 2019. Northridge also features Chuck E., Munch, and Jasper's masks from Lancaster, California.
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*The 2-Stage in Northridge, California had Chuck E.'s Cool Chuck outfit (now wears Rockstar outfit). They had curtains until 2019. Northridge also features Chuck E., Munch, and Jasper's masks from Lancaster, California. All the mechs (except Pasqually) are from Lancaster as well. Additionally, Northridge features the first hybrid 2.0 remodel, as the location features both the animatronics and the Dance Floor.
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*The 2-Stage in Garden Grove, California has Chuck E.'s and Munch’s PTT masks, although the ears, snout, and jaw on Chuck E.'s mask have been replaced.
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*The 2-Stage in Garden Grove, California had Chuck E.'s and Munch's PTT masks, although the ears, snout, and jaw on Chuck E.'s mask were replaced. Jasper and Pasqually had the masks from Carson, California. This location removed their stage for 2.0 in August 2022. The animatronics were destroyed.
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*The 2-Stage in Erie, Pennsylvania has Chuck E. wearing his Cool Chuck outfit.
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*The 2-Stage in Erie, Pennsylvania had Chuck E. wearing his Cool Chuck outfit. It was also the last Cyberamic stage in the state. This location received 2.0 in 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in Lansing, Michigan used to have Chuck E. wearing his Cool Chuck outfit and walkaround blue hat, but it has since been replaced with his Rockstar outfit.
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*The 2-Stage in Lansing, Michigan used to have Chuck E. wearing his Cool Chuck outfit and walkaround blue hat, but it has since been replaced with his Rockstar outfit. This was also the last 2-Stage with a Pasqually apron with his name on it. This stage was removed for 2.0 in August 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in Chino, California still has working fiber optics fireworks and helicopter lights. Munch also has his PTT mask.
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*The 2-Stage in Chino, California had working fiber optic fireworks and a helicopter light. Munch also had his PTT mask. This location received 2.0 in November 2022.
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*The 2-Stage in Covina, California had the helicopter light until it was removed in June 2022. Covina also had a PTT Munch mask. Covina is currently the second oldest-operating former PTT, after Huntington Beach, which is also in California. Covina opened presumably in August of 1980. The stage was removed for 2.0 in December 2023.
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*The 2-Stage in Covina, California still has helicopter lights.
  
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*The 2-Stage in Roseville, Michigan has Chuck E.'s Rockstar shirt and Jasper and Munch has their PTT masks.
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*The 2-Stage in Roseville, Michigan had Chuck E.'s Rockstar shirt and Jasper and Munch had their PTT masks. This location received 2.0 in 2021.
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*The 2-Stage in Cherry Hill, New Jersey had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit. Cherry Hill was the last 2-Stage in the state of New Jersey, and the second to last MMBB left in New Jersey, as Edison, North Bergen, East Hanover, Deptford (all 1-Stages), and Wayne (Road Stage) received 2.0 in October (Edison, North Bergen, East Hanover, Wayne) and December (Deptford) 2022. The only Existing Stage left in New Jersey is in Middletown, which has a [[1-Stage]]. The stage was removed in the summer of 2023 for 2.0.
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*The 2-Stage in Cherry Hill, New Jersey has Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit.
  
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*Before its closure in October 2020, the 2-Stage in Portland, Oregon had a wall valence, and was in a state of disrepair.
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*Before its closure in October 2020, the 2-Stage in Portland, Oregon had a wall valence, and was in a state of disrepair. It was the last MMBB in the state.
 
*Before its closure in 2020, the 2-Stage in Rochester Hills, Michigan had Chuck E.'s Rockstar shirt and Helen's old 1990s mask, and Jasper had his banjo.
  
*Before its closure in 2020, the 2-Stage in Rochester Hills, Michigan had Chuck E.'s Rockstar shirt and Helen's old 1990s mask, and Jasper had his banjo.
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*The 2-Stage in Philadelphia "Roosevelt", Pennsylvania had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit and the North Wales mask, and featured a wall piece. This location removed the stage and got 2.0 in 2019.
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*The 2-Stage in Philadelphia "Roosevelt", Pennsylvania had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit and the North Wales mask and featured a wall piece. This location removed the stage and got 2.0 in 2019.
 
*Before its closure in 2000, the 2-Stage at Mall Plaza, Vespucio, Chile had PTT arm movements for Chuck E. and Helen. Jasper was sitting on a real speaker and the MMBB sign was absent. It was the only 2-Stage in Chile, and now, this stage is at the Mall Plaza, Oeste location in the form of a 1-Stage.
  
*Before its closure in 2000, the 2-Stage at Mall Plaza, Vespucio, Chile had PTT arm movements for Chuck E. and Helen. Jasper was sitting on a real speaker and the MMBB sign was absent. It was the only 2-Stage in Chile, and now, this stage is at the Mall Plaza, Oeste location in the form of a 1-Stage.
   
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*Although the 1-Stage, 2-Stage, and [[Road Stage]] are all very similar, there are often some additional differences with the band itself. For instance, sometimes Munch sports a personalized hat, sometimes no hat at all. And sometimes, Jasper or Munch have their PTT masks. Most noticeably, some restaurants had Jasper playing a banjo, rather than his infamous cheese-shaped electric guitar.
  
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*The "Wink" is a fiberglass decoration above all the CEC stages (and the [[3-Stage]] as well), created in a golden likeness of Chuck E's face. Coinciding with the playing showtape, the face will occasionally wink, often before an intermission or during another key moment in a showtape. The "ribbons" on the sides of Chuck E.'s head, read, at one time, "In Pizza We Trust", a slogan that also appeared on tokens, cups, and the sort. Most were painted over with red, white and blue paint.
  
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*The Road Stage was introduced in September 1990 in Springfield, Pennsylvania, the 2-Stage was introduced in March 26, 1992 in White Settlement, Texas, and the 1-Stage was introduced in March 1993 in Lakeland, Florida.
  
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WyCujCH.jpg|2-Stage in Baltimore, Maryland (Now closed)
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WyCujCH.jpg|2-Stage in Baltimore, Maryland
 
2-StageinWorcesterMA.jpg|2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts (Now 2.0)
  
2-StageinWorcesterMA.jpg|2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts (Now 2.0)
 
Worcester 2-Stage.jpg|The 2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts. (2020)
  
Worcester 2-Stage.jpg|The 2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts. (2020)
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Download (1).jpeg|2-stage in Skokie, Illinois in 2015 (Now 2.0)
  
Download (1).jpeg|2-stage in Skokie, Illinois in 2015 (Now 2.0)
 
167104151 PQFhgjMci9miW0tt9Ksw2OJMeK8dUmqzAtgd99LMG58.jpg|2-stage in Skokie, Illinois in 2017 (now 2.0)
  
167104151 PQFhgjMci9miW0tt9Ksw2OJMeK8dUmqzAtgd99LMG58.jpg|2-stage in Skokie, Illinois in 2017 (now 2.0)
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Maxresdefault.jpg|2-Stage in Tinley Park, Illinois in 2012
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Maxresdefault.jpg|2-Stage in Tinley Park, Illinois in 2012 (Now 2.0)
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501 459558159.jpg|2-Stage in Tinley Park, Illinois in 2017 (Now 2.0)
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Chuck E. Cheese 2-Stage.jpg|The Chuck E. Cheese's 2-Stage In Lansing, Michigan (2020/2021)
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Chuck E. Cheese 2-Stage.jpg|The Chuck E. Cheese's 2-Stage In Lansing, Michigan (2020/2021) (Now 2.0)
 
Hqdefault (1).jpg|2-Stage in White Settlement, Texas (Now closed)
  
Hqdefault (1).jpg|2-Stage in White Settlement, Texas (Now closed)
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3355047c9687adef6bea3fccced1f98708df459e hq.jpg|2-Stage in Tampa, Florida (now 2.0)
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3355047c9687adef6bea3fccced1f98708df459e hq.jpg|The 2-Stage in Tampa, Florida (Now 2.0)
 
00000IMG 00000 BURST20200104145536138 COVER.jpg|The 2-Stage in Danvers, Massachusetts. (Now closed)
  
00000IMG 00000 BURST20200104145536138 COVER.jpg|The 2-Stage in Danvers, Massachusetts. (Now closed)
 
IMG 20200222 121453.jpg|The 2-Stage in Natick, Massachusetts. (Now closed)
  
IMG 20200222 121453.jpg|The 2-Stage in Natick, Massachusetts. (Now closed)
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Zrrr.jpg|The Chuck E. Cheese's 2 Stage in Brandon FL in 2008 (Now 2.0)
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Zrrr.jpg|The 2-Stage in Brandon, Florida in 2008 (Now 2.0)
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File:2StageGuatemala.jpg|The 2-Stage in Guatemala City, Guatemala (Now Closed)
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2StageGuatemala.jpg|The 2-Stage in Guatemala City, Guatemala (Now closed)
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Northridge2Stage.jpg|The 2-Stage in Northridge, California (2022) Covina2Stage.jpg|The 2-Stage in Northridge, California (2022) (Now 2.0, stage retained during remodel)
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GardenGrove2Stage.jpg|The 2-Stage in Garden Grove, California (2022) (Now 2.0)
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HuntingtonBeach2Stage.jpg|The 2-Stage in Huntington Beach, California (2022)
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CEC_PhiladelphiaPA_SnyderAve.webp|The 2-stage in South Philadelphia, PA (now 2.0)
 
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The 2-Stage is a stage format found at Chuck E. Cheese's locations. Most of these locations originated as Pizza Time Theatre locations. These stages are configured as Munch's Make Believe Band

History[]

The 2-Stage was introduced in February 1992 with the first installation in White Settlement, Texas. Some 2-Stages were created from Balcony Stages, C-Stages, and Rocker Stages, mainly involving putting the animatronics on new leg assemblies, installing new arm assemblies on Munch and Pasqually (and Helen for the Rocker Stage), and redressing the animatronics to resemble their 3-Stage counterparts.[1]

The 2-Stage is very similar to the 1-Stage; the only real difference being that, rather than all five band members sharing one stage, Chuck E. is off to the right side on his own stage, with his own curtains and lighting. On the main stage, where Chuck E. usually stands, there is a large-screen rear projection TV that plays the current showtape; above the TV is a color-changing Fiber Optic display that reads "Chuck E. Cheese". The remaining characters, Helen, Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually, are on stage left. The Wink is normally above both stages.

Throughout the 1990s up to the 2010s, some 2-Stages have been converted to 1-Stages with their original props remaining. These conversions are unofficially known as 1.5 Stages.

As of December 3rd, 2023, there are 5 operational 2-Stages, 4 in the United States and 1 in Canada.

Trivia[]

  • Although the 1-Stage, 2-Stage, and Road Stage are all very similar, there are often some additional differences with the band itself. For instance, sometimes Munch sports a personalized hat, sometimes no hat at all. And sometimes, Jasper or Munch have their PTT masks. Most noticeably, some restaurants had Jasper playing a banjo, rather than his infamous cheese-shaped electric guitar.
  • The "Wink" is a fiberglass decoration above all the CEC stages (and the 3-Stage as well), created in a golden likeness of Chuck E.'s face. Coinciding with the playing showtape, the face will occasionally wink, often before an intermission or during another key moment in a showtape. The "ribbons" on the sides of Chuck E.'s head, read, at one time, "In Pizza We Trust", a slogan that also appeared on tokens, cups, and the sort. Most were covered over with red and white ribbons by way of double sided tape.

Current 2-Stages[]

Location Installed / Opened Condition / Notes
Annapolis, Maryland, United States April 10, 1993 Oldest operating 2-Stage. One of two remaining 2-Stages in Maryland.
Northridge, California Spring 1993 Former PTT. Currently 2.0. Operating with 2-Stage and Dance Floor + Video Wall, and will eventually be the last animatronic show at CEC once every location has been remodeled to 2.0. Chuck E. wears a Rockstar outfit. Also has operational lift curtains that came from the Huntington Beach location.
Willowdale, Ontario, Canada 1994-1995 Former PTT. Opened in 1983 with Balcony Stage, converted to C-Stage, then to 2-Stage. Last 2-Stage in Canada and last one outside of the United States. Last international PTT still open, all the current international locations opened as CEC.
Huntington Beach, California, United States 1995 Former PTT and oldest operating CEC location, making it the last operating 1970s location still open. Set to relocate in mid to late 2024.
Catonsville (Baltimore), Maryland, United States 1990s Formerly a Road Stage. One of two remaining 2-Stages in Maryland.

Former 2-Stages[]

Location Installed Removed Condition / Notes
Arlington, TX 1996 November 2022 Replaced the first Rocker Stage.
Chino, CA 1994 2022 Former PTT, was in a state of disrepair.
Pico Rivera, CA Mid 1990s 2011 Former PTT. Converted to a 1-Stage during Phase 4 remodel.
National City, CA 1994 2012 Former PTT. Converted to a 1-Stage during Phase 4 remodel.
Glen Burnie, MD 1993 2018 Jasper had his PTT mask and Helen had unique hair.
Silver Spring, MD 1993/4 2016 Chuck E. and Munch’s mask were sent to the Glen Burnie location.
Baltimore “Essex”, MD 1993/4 2018
Springfield, PA 1995/6 2012 Formerly a Road Stage.
Roseville, MI 1996 2021 Munch and Jasper had PTT masks.
Philadelphia “Snyder”, PA 1992 2022 Was low to the ground and in a state of disrepair.
Miami “Biscayne”, FL 1993 2022 Final Cyberamic stage in Florida.
Portland, OR 1994 October 2020

Last MMBB in Oregon.

White Settlement, TX 1992 2020 First 2-Stage ever installed. Had wood paneling around stage. Munch had a Road Stage keyboard and Jasper had his banjo.
Canton, MI 1993/4 2022 Munch had his PTT mask.
Tinley Park, IL 1993 November 26, 2023 Formerly a Rocker Stage. Last 2-Stage and Cyberamic show in Illinois. Chuck E. had his Cool Chuck outfit.
Lansing, MI 1992 August 2023 Former PTT, last MMBB in Michigan.
Cherry Hill, NJ 1992 August 2023 Last 2-Stage in New Jersey.
Chesapeake “Sam’s Circle”, VA 1996 July 2023 Chuck E. had his hat and a unique platform, and Jasper had overalls. Last MMBB in Virginia. Stage originally came from the Merced, CA location.
Florence, KY 2003 March 31, 2022 Former PTT, 2-Stage came from the Hampton, VA location. Jasper had his PTT mask. Last MMBB in Kentucky.
San Jose “Kooser”, CA 1996? 2020 Second CEC location to ever open. Stage was in disrepair due to the age of the Cyberamics.
Tampa “Carrollwood”, FL 1994/5 August 2019 Had neon around buildings, fixed by CEC Florida.
Brandon, FL 1994? 2021 Former PTT, 5th oldest operating location. Jasper had his PTT mask.
Burlington, MA 1992 2017 Animatronics sent to Springfield MA to replace their CEI bots.
Danvers, MA Early 1990s 2020 Had curtains until 2018.
Skokie, IL 1994 2019 Munch and Jasper had PTT masks until 2009.
Worcester, MA 1992 2021 Lacked MMBB sign.
Garden Grove, CA Early 1990s August 2022 Former PTT, the bots were destroyed.
Rochester Hills, MI 1990s 2020 Jasper had his banjo.
Philadelphia “Roosevelt”, PA 1993/4 2019
Virginia Beach, VA 1997 2022 Chuck E., Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had PTT masks, last 2-Stage to be installed. Last location with PTT Pasqually mask.
Union, NJ 1992 2005 Former PTT. Replaced with Studio C Beta. Closed in 2019, new location opened in 2023.
San Antonio “Windsor Cross”, TX 1992 2005 Second 2-stage ever.
Waterbury, CT 1992 2020 Last 2-stage to have Tux Chuck.
Newington, NH 1996 2018 Last MMBB in New Hampshire.
Natick, MA 1992 2020
Fairfield, CA 1993/4 2021 Former PTT, was in a state of disrepair. Reopened as a 2.0 in 2022.
Torrance, CA 1990s January 2023
Alburquerque, NM 1993 2022 Final MMBB in New Mexico, former PTT
Covina, California 1993 December 3, 2023 Former PTT and possible second oldest location still open (unconfirmed to have opened in August 1980). Jasper had his PTT mask until around 2016.
El Monte, CA 1990s 2020 Stage was low to the ground.
Sharonville, OH 1992 October 2019
Dale City, VA 1990s 2017 Removed due to an exterior fire.
Stafford, TX 1990s 2022 Final 2-stage in the Houston area.
San Antonio, TX (Military Drive) 1990s 2017
Chico, CA 1990s 2011 Location became Fun Zone and Pizza after closing.
Carson, CA 1990s 2014/2015 Jasper and Pasqually’s masks were sent to the Garden Grove, CA location.
Santiago “Mall Plaza Vespucio”, Chile 1996 2000 Sent to Mall Plaza Oeste location in the form of a 1-Stage.
Ventura, CA 1990s October 2023 Former PTT.
Modesto, CA 1990s October 2023 Former PTT, fourth oldest CEC location currently.
Erie, PA 1992 2023 Final 2-Stage and Cyberamic stage in Pennsylvania.
Bell, CA 1990s October 2023 Former PTT.
San Bernardino, CA 1990s June 18, 2020 Last Jasper PTT mask in California.
Reno, NV 1992 1993/4 Replaced by a 1-Stage, received 2.0 in 2022.
Anchorage, AK 1993 2006 Only 2-stage and CEC in Alaska. One of a few 2-Stages to keep the Flag Wavers. Replaced by a Studio C Beta.
Bossier City, LA 1992 2013 Only 2-stage in Louisiana, relocated in 2013.
Patchogue, NY 1993 2002 Replaced by a Studio C Beta.
Spokane, WA 1993 2000 Only 2-stage in Washington.
Sacramento, California, United States 1990s January 2024 Former PTT.
Pasadena, California, United States October 14, 1993 February 2024 Received animatronics from the Valencia, CA location in 2023, which featured a 1-Stage.
San Diego, CA (Mira Mesa) 1997 Former PTT. Stage very low to the ground due to being moved during a remodel.

Special 2-Stages[]

  • Before its closure in June 2020, the 2-Stage in White Settlement, Texas (in addition to being the very first 2-Stage) had a different design (resembling more like a 3-Stage) than the other existing 2-Stages. It had Munch's Road/Early 3-Stage keyboard instead of the 1/2-Stage keyboard. Jasper had his barrel that is usually on the 3-Stage, as well as his banjo. This 2-Stage also featured a unique TKO Drumhead for Pasqually's drums.
  • Before its closure in December 2005, the 2-Stage in San Antonio, "Windsor Cross", Texas, was the second 2-Stage made. It featured a unique organ front, a unique star, Jasper's Barrel, and a red base for Chuck E. Previously, it housed the first C-Stage.
  • The 2-Stage in Philadelphia "Snyder", Pennsylvania, had a speaker underneath Munch's keyboard like most 2-Stages. Jasper was missing his hat, and Chuck E. had his Rockstar outfit. This stage was removed when the location received 2.0 in July 2022.
  • Before its closure in June 2020, the 2-Stage in Waterbury, Connecticut had Chuck E.'s Tuxedo outfit until it was removed in Summer 2011 and replaced with his Avenger outfit. It was the final 2-Stage to have it.
  • The 2-Stage in Tinley Park, Illinois, had Munch's PTT mask and also has working fiber optic fireworks in the background. Chuck E. wore his Cool Chuck outfit and had his red hat for a short period of time in 2019 until it was removed again. Munch is wearing a tropical hat with palm trees on it, and he wears a lei around his neck. Pasqually has a unique drum set, that instead of being dark red like other 2-Stages, is an off-white color. Pasqually’s mask, Chuck E.'s entire head mechanism, mask, and valves are from Chicago Fullerton, which received 2.0 in August 2022. This store removed their stage for the 2.0 refresh on November 26th, 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in Canton, Michigan had a microphone on Munch's keyboard. Also, Pasqually's drums were blue and Munch had a PTT mask. This location received 2.0 in 2022.
  • The 2-Stage in Chesapeake, Virginia (Sam's Circle) had a unique base for Chuck E. and his Avenger Chuck hat, Helen's 1990s mask, a PTT Chuck drumhead for Pasqually (from Hampton, VA after it relocated in 2002), and Jasper's overalls. This stage originally came from the Merced, California PTT, and was the third 2-Stage before closing in the mid 1990s. This stage was removed for 2.0 in July 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in San Jose "Kooser", California was in a state of disrepair due to the age of the animatronics, as this location housed them since the Balcony Stage in 1980 ("Kooser" was the second-ever Chuck E. Cheese's to open after "Winchester"), and Chuck E. had his latex feet until they replaced them in late 2019-early 2020 with the plastic feet. This location closed in June 2020.
  • The 2-Stage in Glen Burnie, Maryland had Chuck E., Munch (which was later replaced with Silver Spring's mask), and Jasper's PTT masks, and Helen had unique hair. This location received 2.0 in 2018.
  • The 2-Stage in Tampa, Florida was fixed throughout 2015-2019. Several changes included Helen's yellow hair, neon lights around the buildings and the Wink, Chuck E. wearing his Avenger Chuck hat until late 2019 and the curtains were re-enabled to close manually. They also had the Jasper and Helen from Lakeland, Florida. This location received 2.0 in August 2019.
  • The 2-Stage in Brandon, Florida had a blue screen and camera in the former cabaret room; this was the only ever existing stage location to have this and was removed during their Phase 4 remodel. The stage was relocated to the back wall when they got Phase 4 but was not properly raised up. The work lights were turned on and Jasper had his PTT mask. It was in a state of disrepair. This location received 2.0 in 2021. This location is currently the 5th oldest Chuck E. Cheese location and is currently the second oldest operating location to get the 2.0 Remodel, after Arlington, Texas, which received 2.0 in November 2022, and is the 3rd oldest operating location.
  • The 2-Stage in Union, New Jersey had Munch and Pasqually's PTT arm movements until 1994. This location got a Studio C Beta in 2005 and closed on November 17th, 2019.
  • The 2-Stage in Arlington, Texas replaced the first Rocker Stage in 1996, and had Munch's PTT mask. Jasper had a PTT mask until 2011-2012. They had the Helicopter Lights until it was replaced with the Disco Lights. Chuck E. originally had a blue/yellow Cool Chuck Shirt but was replaced with the Avenger shirt and had latex feet, Munch's hat had been removed, and Helen has the mask from Irving, Texas, which features yellow hair. This location was the last 2-Stage in the state, after Stafford received 2.0 in August 2022. Arlington would be the last until November 2022, when they would also receive 2.0. They were the 16th Pizza Time Theatre opened, the first in the state of Texas, and is currently the 3rd oldest operating former PTT location, opening in October 1980, and the 5th, 6th, or 7th oldest CEC location. (Regardless of first chain, Jacksonville, Florida (Atlantic), which opened as the second Showbiz, is the second oldest CEC location, opening in August 1980.). Arlington is currently the 4th oldest location to get the 2.0 Remodel, after Overland Park, Kansas, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Jacksonville, Florida.

(Atlantic), which are all former SPPs.

  • The 2-Stage in Burlington, Massachusetts had Jasper's banjo. This location closed in July 2017 and the animatronics were sent to the 3-Stage in Springfield, Massachusetts, with Jasper's banjo remaining. The Springfield location closed on June 18th, 2020.
  • The 2-Stage in Albuquerque, New Mexico (Wyoming) was the only 2-Stage in the state. Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had clip-on microphones, and Chuck E. had his latex feet. This location's stage was removed for 2.0. Albuquerque (Wyoming), is the 8th oldest former PTT still in operation.
  • The 2-Stage in Modesto, California had a black valence, and it did not feature The Wink. This stage was removed for 2.0 in October 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in Willowdale, Ontario, Canada is the last one outside the United States. It features Jasper's PTT mask (with a modern snout), Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans, and a unique Munch mask.
  • The 2-Stage in Huntington Beach, California is the oldest operating stage currently. Chuck E. has his Avenger shirt and rare “Cool Chuck” shorts. Jasper has black pants and Chuck E. was meant to go through eye problems sometimes. This location is currently the last 1970s location still open. It is rumored that this location will relocate with 2.0 by 2025.
  • The 2-Stage in Florence, Kentucky was the only 2-Stage in the state and was originally from the Hampton, Virginia location which closed in 2002. Jasper and Munch had PTT masks, and Chuck E.'s jaw color was different compared to the color of his snout. He also wore the Cool Chuck outfit, and the stage lacked the Wink. This stage replaced a Rocker Stage and was installed around 2003. This location's stage was removed on March 31, 2022, to make way for 2.0. Florence was the first PTT to open in Kentucky and was the last Munch's Make Believe Band stage (Paducah received 2.0 in 2018, making Florence the last) and Cyberamic stage (all others closed between 1986 and 1997) in the state of Kentucky.
  • The 2-Stage in Danvers, Massachusetts had working curtains for Chuck E.'s stage so they could be closed for live/birthday shows. They removed the curtains in late 2018 and this location closed in April 2020.
  • The 2-Stage in Skokie, Illinois had Munch's PTT mask and had Jasper's PTT mask until 2009. They had curtains until 2017. Chuck E. was wearing the Cool Chuck hat with the Avenger outfit. They got 2.0 in 2019.
  • The 2-Stage in Worcester, Massachusetts lacked the Munch's Make Believe Band sign. Jasper had his banjo until 2013. This location received 2.0 in October 2021, with Chuck E., Helen, and Jasper's top halves now at the Lowell, Massachusetts 1-Stage.
  • Before its closure on October 28th, 2018, the 2-Stage in Baltimore "Essex", Maryland had Munch's cap with his name on it, and Pasqually's 1990s mask.
  • The 2-Stage in Virginia Beach, Virginia had Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans. Chuck E., Munch, Jasper, and Pasqually had PTT masks, and they had curtains until 2021. This was also the last 2-Stage to be installed in March 1997. This stage was removed for 2.0 in May 2022. Virginia Beach's PTT Pasqually mask was also the last.
  • The 2-Stage in Sacramento, California had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit and lacked the silver projector. Chuck E. also had a mask with smaller eye holes. Jasper had blue eyes. The stage was removed for 2.0 in January 2024.
  • The 2- Stage in Bell, California had Chuck E.'s Rockstar jeans and featured his mask from the Sun Valley, California location. Bell's previous mask went to the Sun Valley location. The stage was removed for 2.0 in October 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in Northridge, California had Chuck E.'s Cool Chuck outfit (now wears Rockstar outfit). They had curtains until 2019. Northridge also features Chuck E., Munch, and Jasper's masks from Lancaster, California. All the mechs (except Pasqually) are from Lancaster as well. Additionally, Northridge features the first hybrid 2.0 remodel, as the location features both the animatronics and the Dance Floor.
  • The 2-Stage in Garden Grove, California had Chuck E.'s and Munch's PTT masks, although the ears, snout, and jaw on Chuck E.'s mask were replaced. Jasper and Pasqually had the masks from Carson, California. This location removed their stage for 2.0 in August 2022. The animatronics were destroyed.
  • The 2-Stage in Erie, Pennsylvania had Chuck E. wearing his Cool Chuck outfit. It was also the last Cyberamic stage in the state. This location received 2.0 in 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in Lansing, Michigan used to have Chuck E. wearing his Cool Chuck outfit and walkaround blue hat, but it has since been replaced with his Rockstar outfit. This was also the last 2-Stage with a Pasqually apron with his name on it. This stage was removed for 2.0 in August 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in Chino, California had working fiber optic fireworks and a helicopter light. Munch also had his PTT mask. This location received 2.0 in November 2022.
  • The 2-Stage in Covina, California had the helicopter light until it was removed in June 2022. Covina also had a PTT Munch mask. Covina is currently the second oldest-operating former PTT, after Huntington Beach, which is also in California. Covina opened presumably in August of 1980. The stage was removed for 2.0 in December 2023.
  • The 2-Stage in Roseville, Michigan had Chuck E.'s Rockstar shirt and Jasper and Munch had their PTT masks. This location received 2.0 in 2021.
  • The 2-Stage in Cherry Hill, New Jersey had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit. Cherry Hill was the last 2-Stage in the state of New Jersey, and the second to last MMBB left in New Jersey, as Edison, North Bergen, East Hanover, Deptford (all 1-Stages), and Wayne (Road Stage) received 2.0 in October (Edison, North Bergen, East Hanover, Wayne) and December (Deptford) 2022. The only Existing Stage left in New Jersey is in Middletown, which has a 1-Stage. The stage was removed in the summer of 2023 for 2.0.
  • Before its closure in October 2020, the 2-Stage in Portland, Oregon had a wall valence, and was in a state of disrepair. It was the last MMBB in the state.
  • Before its closure in 2020, the 2-Stage in Rochester Hills, Michigan had Chuck E.'s Rockstar shirt and Helen's old 1990s mask, and Jasper had his banjo.
  • The 2-Stage in Philadelphia "Roosevelt", Pennsylvania had Chuck E. wearing his Rockstar outfit and the North Wales mask and featured a wall piece. This location removed the stage and got 2.0 in 2019.
  • Before its closure in 2000, the 2-Stage at Mall Plaza, Vespucio, Chile had PTT arm movements for Chuck E. and Helen. Jasper was sitting on a real speaker and the MMBB sign was absent. It was the only 2-Stage in Chile, and now, this stage is at the Mall Plaza, Oeste location in the form of a 1-Stage.

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  1. ^ http://www.showbizpizza.com/info/documents/spt/spt_2stage-install.pdf

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