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Category Archive: #71 - MENA/Entertainment, 2016, 2018, Business, Events, Features, IPM Interviews, Theme Parks

MOTIONGATE Dubai: Dreams in motion

Feb 13, 2018 Joe Kleiman #71 - MENA/Entertainment, 2016, 2018, Business, Events, Features, IPM Interviews, Theme Parks Comments Off on MOTIONGATE Dubai: Dreams in motion

The DreamWorks zone lets guests choose between four highly themed areas based on DreamWorks IP.

Dubai Parks and Resorts: Operationally speaking

Aug 27, 2017 Joe Kleiman #69 - Game Changers, 2016, Europe & Middle East, Features, IPM Interviews, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Dubai Parks and Resorts: Operationally speaking

"We partnered with leading studios to create a unique offering - a combination of indoor and outdoor attractions, with many air-conditioned environments to escape the intense heat."

#66: Theatrical Influence and Convergence

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Asia, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, Features, Haunts, Headlines, Latin America & Mexico, North America, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on #66: Theatrical Influence and Convergence

Download a PDF of this issue The theatrical haunting of themed entertainment This issue’s bonus distribution diversity reflects our industry • by the Editors Valley ghouls Los Angeles’...

ISSUE 66 EDITORIAL: The Theatrical Haunting of Themed Entertainment

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Asia, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, Features, Haunts, Latin America & Mexico, North America, Theme Parks, World Expos, World markets Comments Off on ISSUE 66 EDITORIAL: The Theatrical Haunting of Themed Entertainment

This issue’s bonus distribution diversity reflects our industry ABOVE PHOTO: Courtesy CityArchRiver If you are reading this magazine in St. Louis you are likely...

LOS ANGELES HAUNTS: Valley Ghouls

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Attractions, Business, Features, Haunts, North America, People, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on LOS ANGELES HAUNTS: Valley Ghouls

Los Angeles’ influential haunts industry by Rick West Halloween in Southern California is a unique animal. The season that has become a $10 billion worldwide industry as it has expanded […]

GATEWAY ARCH: Journey to the Top

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Attractions, Features, Museums, North America, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on GATEWAY ARCH: Journey to the Top

Upwards of 926,500 tickets are sold annually for the tram ride. After decades of service, major components vital to this system are being updated or replaced to ensure continued safe operation for...

Building a Better Attractions Industry in Asia

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Asia, Attractions, Business, Features, Headlines, People, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Building a Better Attractions Industry in Asia

Megna sees Silkroading Entertainment as addressing one of the critical gaps in Asia – a lack of full-service themed entertainment companies.

SEAWORLD: Enter Esparza

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Features, Headlines, North America, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on SEAWORLD: Enter Esparza

“There’s a new SeaWorld coming. It doesn’t walk away from the strengths of its heritage, but it’s supercharged and focused."

DISNEY’S TRON: Greetings Programs

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Asia, Features, Headlines, IPM Interviews, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on DISNEY’S TRON: Greetings Programs

2017 marks the 35th anniversary of Disney’s groundbreaking 1982 science fiction film TRON. The movie became a cult phenomenon but never attained much theme park presence. However, that could

FELD ENTERTAINMENT: Lorelei Owens at the Circus

Feb 24, 2017 Joe Kleiman #66 Theatrical Influence and Convergence, 2016, Attractions, Features, IPM Interviews, North America, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on FELD ENTERTAINMENT: Lorelei Owens at the Circus

When Ringling made the decision in 2014 to retire its elephants, work began on “Out of This World,” a new show that is story driven and embraces new technologies.

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Sep 02, 2020 Comments Off on Smaller attractions: Following the leader

How smaller attractions stay competitive and innovative...
Nathan Jones: Continuing a journey of amazing attractions
Aug 19, 2020 Comments Off on Nathan Jones: Continuing a journey of amazing attractions

Following a long track record at both WhiteWater and...
Right place, write time
Jun 30, 2020 Comments Off on Right place, write time

Hollywood screenwriter Bennett Yellin authors a new future...
Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19...
May 18, 2020 Comments Off on Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19 affords a vision of leadership for the Location Based and Themed Entertainment Industry.

To help companies respond to industry-specific challenges,...
Inside the time machine
May 05, 2020 Comments Off on Inside the time machine

Creative Principals’ Geoff Thatcher says now is the...
InPark exclusive: International participants in Dubai Expo...
Apr 22, 2020 Comments Off on InPark exclusive: International participants in Dubai Expo 2020 share thoughts on the likely one-year postponement and the status of their pavilions

Leaders of several national pavilions being developed for...
Bingo Tso, ACE International, on the effects of COVID-19...
Apr 03, 2020 Comments Off on Bingo Tso, ACE International, on the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on Asian companies and the attractions market

Bingo Tso of ACE International shares his perspective from...
COVID-19: Reassurances from Beijing and Kelly Ryner...
Mar 17, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19: Reassurances from Beijing and Kelly Ryner (Thinkwell)

"As for business here in China, there is a lot of positive...
California’s Great America WinterFest: Transforming a...
Dec 25, 2019 Comments Off on California’s Great America WinterFest: Transforming a theme park into a holiday wonderland.

With millions of lights and thousands of decorations, the...
#80 – IAAPA 2019
Nov 16, 2019 Comments Off on #80 – IAAPA 2019

Table of contents
Meet Amanda Thompson
Nov 15, 2019 Comments Off on Meet Amanda Thompson

IAAPA’s incoming chair has deep roots in the attractions...
TEA 2020
Nov 15, 2019 Comments Off on TEA 2020

A chat with Michael Blau - incoming TEA International Board...
IAAPA 2019 Chair David Rosenberg: The aqua-man
Nov 14, 2019 Comments Off on IAAPA 2019 Chair David Rosenberg: The aqua-man

Rosenberg serves as the 2019 Chair of the IAAPA Board of...
CircusTrix CEO Fernando Eiroa: Leaps and bounds
Nov 14, 2019 Comments Off on CircusTrix CEO Fernando Eiroa: Leaps and bounds

InPark spoke with Eiroa about the unique business of...
InPark exclusive: Interviews with Jeremy Railton and...
Nov 09, 2019 Comments Off on InPark exclusive: Interviews with Jeremy Railton and Scott Ault on the launch of their new company, Railton Entertainment Design (RED)

Themed entertainment design veterans Jeremy Railton and...
ISE 2020
Oct 22, 2019 Comments Off on ISE 2020

The annual Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) trade show for...
IAAPA: “Wear comfortable shoes!”
Oct 21, 2019 Comments Off on IAAPA: “Wear comfortable shoes!”

"If this is your first Expo, attend the First Time...
Netflix and thrill: Greg Lombardo joins the content...
Sep 11, 2019 Comments Off on Netflix and thrill: Greg Lombardo joins the content streaming powerhouse as Head of Experiences

Lombardo brings with him more than a decade experience in...
Transitions: Leaps and bounds
Sep 10, 2019 Comments Off on Transitions: Leaps and bounds

Industry professionals are making moves and creating waves
Exploring IAAPA Europe
Sep 09, 2019 Comments Off on Exploring IAAPA Europe

Meet recent additions to IAAPA’s European team
IPM Interview: Jennifer Lee Hackett, Sinking Ship...
Aug 08, 2019 Comments Off on IPM Interview: Jennifer Lee Hackett, Sinking Ship Entertainment

Giant screen veteran Jennifer Lee Hackett has joined...
John Miceli and the new DE-ŹYN Studios
Jun 28, 2019 Comments Off on John Miceli and the new DE-ŹYN Studios

Throughout his career, John Miceli has worked in feature...
Meet Lionsgate Entertainment World’s new general...
Jun 26, 2019 Comments Off on Meet Lionsgate Entertainment World’s new general manager: Selena Magill

Meet the new GM of Lionsgate Entertainment World, scheduled...
ECA2: All eyes on Lanzhou
May 08, 2019 Comments Off on ECA2: All eyes on Lanzhou

ECA2's latest spectacle, a permanent installation in a...
IAAPA Expo Asia
May 06, 2019 Comments Off on IAAPA Expo Asia

"Establishing a presence in both Hong Kong and Shanghai...

#82 – Solving problems with innovation
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on #82 – Solving problems with innovation
The InPark Magazine editors: Meet the press
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on The InPark Magazine editors: Meet the press
Alterface: Popcorn Revenge results
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on Alterface: Popcorn Revenge results
Christie: Ultimate contrast
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on Christie: Ultimate contrast
The Land of Legends meets Masha and the Bear
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on The Land of Legends meets Masha and the Bear
Diving into the TEA/ AECOM Theme Index
Sep 03, 2020 Comments Off on Diving into the TEA/ AECOM Theme Index
Smaller attractions: Following the leader
Sep 02, 2020 Comments Off on Smaller attractions: Following the leader
Funding, revenue, reopening and saving the animals: Museums...
Aug 15, 2020 Comments Off on Funding, revenue, reopening and saving the animals: Museums struggle in COVID times
Three industry leaders talk about the TEA Thea Awards: ...
Aug 05, 2020 Comments Off on Three industry leaders talk about the TEA Thea Awards: Nancy Seruto, Susan Bonds, and Wendy Heimann-Nunes
Going virtual: TEA honors Thea Award recipients with Digital...
Aug 03, 2020 Comments Off on Going virtual: TEA honors Thea Award recipients with Digital Case Studies event
Right place, write time
Jun 30, 2020 Comments Off on Right place, write time
Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19...
May 18, 2020 Comments Off on Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19 affords a vision of leadership for the Location Based and Themed Entertainment Industry.