Archive For December, 2011
Amusement Today Publisher Gary Slade has announced the following publishing schedule for the Christmas holidays: The January printed issue of Amusement Today will be mailed to subscribers on Friday, December 23, 2011. Extra Extra on amusementtoday.com will be updated during the holiday break as needed. Extra! Extra! Your Desktop Edition! (email news blast) will not […]
ASTM International, formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has turned its attention to amusement park trains. Subcommittee F24.60 on Special Rides/Attractions, part of ASTM International Committee F24 on Amusement Rides and Devices, is working on two proposed standards for amusement railway rides, ASTM WK31185, Practice for Amusement Ride Steam Locomotives, […]
Knott’s Berry Farm will have something for the entire family this New Year’s Eve with a variety of dance music, a family friendly comedian, a Beatles tribute band and a live performance by the popular band, The Clueless Remix featuring DJ Reeso. All this plus Knott’s rides, attractions and a Midnight Mayhem Fireworks Show in […]
Shortly after the announcement that Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (EMHE) would work with Morgan’s Wonderland to build a new home for a deserving family in San Antonio, ABC-TV announced the series finale of the popular Extreme Makeover: Home Edition after nine seasons. According to the network, EMHE will continue with specials after the current season. […]
The Board of Directors of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) announced on Dec. 15 that Ted J. Kleisner, Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board, has been elected Chairman of the Board. The position is effective January 1, 2012. The Board also approved Kleisner’s succession plan, which outlines his planned retirement on December […]
ABC-TV’s Emmy Award-winning hit reality show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (EMHE) will join Morgan’s Wonderland in a unique collaboration to build a new home for a deserving family in Greater San Antonio, officials of the TV show and theme park announced today. “Just like EMHE, Morgan’s Wonderland is all about changing lives for the better,” […]
Ocean Park released its annual report for the 2010/11 fiscal year that ended 30 June 2011, reporting a record high attendance of nearly 5.9 million guests – 16% over the previous year. The launch of Aqua City and the Rainforest, together with seasonal presentations, such as the annual Halloween Bash, helped to bolster both Ocean […]
Kennywood Park is proud to announce Black Widow, a Zamperla Giant Discovery 40 swinging pendulum ride, as the replacement for its Pitt Fall free fall. “Black Widow will have a combination of height, airtime and thrill factor,” said Kennywood General Manager Jerome Gibas. “Kennywood offers a great variety of ride experiences and Black Widow will […]
Lotte World has chosen International Theme Park Services, Inc. (ITPS) to once again work with them on a business analytical review and strategic planning process for the Lotte World complex, Seoul, Korea. In performing this service, ITPS will assist the Lotte organization in developing future planning to systematically grow the Lotte organization. Dennis Speigel, ITPS […]
For over 40 years, patrons have been mystified by the spooky scenes in the Whacky Shack and Pirate’s Cove attractions at Waldameer in Erie, Pa. Now, a newly-released DVD unravels those mysteries taking viewers on a guided tour through the twisting, turning corridors of these classic rides led by Waldameer maintenance supervisor Perry Duncan. Also […]
