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Jason Surrell joins Storyland Studios as Executive Creative Director

Jason Surrell joins Storyland Studios as Executive Creative Director

Feb 26, 2021 Attractions, Business, News, People, Theme Parks Comments Off on Jason Surrell joins Storyland Studios as Executive Creative Director

Most recently, Surrell served as Senior Creative Executive for both of Universal Studios’s upcoming parks
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IAAPA study examines how hard-hit attractions industry is from COVID-19 pandemic

IAAPA study examines how hard-hit attractions industry is from COVID-19 pandemic

Feb 25, 2021 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Museums, News, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on IAAPA study examines how hard-hit attractions industry is from COVID-19 pandemic

The report showcases an industry in dire need of support from elected officials and policymakers
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Disney California Adventure park to open for limited “Touch of Disney” non-ride event

Disney California Adventure park to open for limited “Touch of Disney” non-ride event

Feb 24, 2021 Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Disney California Adventure park to open for limited “Touch of Disney” non-ride event

A Touch of Disney offers some of the world-famous food and drinks from around the Disneyland Resort, plus a chance to see Disney characters, shop for the latest Disney merchandise and pop in at...
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Cedar Point announces Summer 2021 will center around park’s 150th anniversary celebration

Cedar Point announces Summer 2021 will center around park’s 150th anniversary celebration

Feb 24, 2021 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Homepage Slider, Live Shows and Spectacles, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Cedar Point announces Summer 2021 will center around park’s 150th anniversary celebration

Also returning are signature special events, a nighttime parade and party, a new family river adventure ride and chances to win the unprecedented Ticket of a Lifetime.
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Herschend Enterprises becomes majority partner and operator of Kentucky Kingdom

Herschend Enterprises becomes majority partner and operator of Kentucky Kingdom

Feb 23, 2021 Homepage Slider, News, North America, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Herschend Enterprises becomes majority partner and operator of Kentucky Kingdom

This expansion will bring enhanced entertainment and amusement park management experience that will benefit the operations at Kentucky Kingdom and Hurricane Bay.
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Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary to transform park icons into “Beacons of Magic”

Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary to transform park icons into “Beacons of Magic”

Feb 22, 2021 Homepage Slider, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary to transform park icons into “Beacons of Magic”

The 18-month celebratory event will feature new experiences at the resort’s four theme parks and beyond, where shimmering "EARidescent" décor will appear as if by magic.
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David Edmonds joins Bungalow Scenic Studios as Director of Sales & Marketing

David Edmonds joins Bungalow Scenic Studios as Director of Sales & Marketing

Feb 18, 2021 Attractions, Business, News, People, Theme Parks Comments Off on David Edmonds joins Bungalow Scenic Studios as Director of Sales & Marketing

David will lead efforts to grow Bungalow’s themed entertainment portfolio and bring the company to new markets.
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Putting a spotlight on themed environments

Putting a spotlight on themed environments

Feb 18, 2021 Business, Features, Homepage Slider, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels Comments Off on Putting a spotlight on themed environments

InPark’s Judith Rubin asked Scott O'Donnell about ETC’s commitment to themed environments, and how it complements adjacent verticals.
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New York State clears theme parks and FECs to reopen, California theme parks respond

New York State clears theme parks and FECs to reopen, California theme parks respond

Feb 17, 2021 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on New York State clears theme parks and FECs to reopen, California theme parks respond

Outdoor amusement parks can open with a 33 percent capacity limit beginning Friday, April 9.
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Yerevan Park to open in April as Armenia’s first theme park

Yerevan Park to open in April as Armenia’s first theme park

Feb 17, 2021 Asia, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Yerevan Park to open in April as Armenia’s first theme park

"Featuring both indoor and outdoor areas, Yerevan Park has in total 25 rides with the right balance between kiddie, family and thrilling attractions."
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