I like both BGW's and KD's approach to winter shows, and I'm glad they're different. For sure, there's nothing at KD that can compare to best of BGW's big productions -- Scrooge, Twas That Night, Celtic Fyre. Those shows are incredible and worth visiting CT at least once just to see them alone. (Although I will note that the park's productions post Twas That Night in 2015 have been increasingly mediocre.)
But I like how KD doesn't attempt to compete with BGW's big productions and instead offers tons of different, smaller shows out on the paths. The shows function more as diversions in my opinion; you happen to walk past a show as it's performing, you stop and watch it for a few minutes, and then you keep going on your way. To me, this "discovery" aspect adds some magic to the event. The fact that there are so many shows strewn about the paths also adds a level of energy and immersion to Winterfest that CT seems to lack as BGW has eliminated most of its atmospheric performances.
Personally, I don't mind the fact that most of KD's shows are "cookie cutter" since they're at other CF parks as well. I don't have any intention of visiting the other Winterfests and I doubt 99% of KD's guests do either, so I just appreciate the energy, variety, and top-notch talents the shows provide.
Ending this post with an obligatory shoutout to the talent on display at both parks. BGW has historically crushed KD when it comes to the caliber of performers, but this year both parks brought their A game. The performers at KD were incredible this year, and those at BGW were as good as ever.