Archive For December, 2019
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SOMERVILLE, N.J. — During IAAPA Expo 2019, Rides 4 U unveiled a package of attractions perfectly suited for family entertainment centers and amusement parks looking to make an impact in a small space. “For years, we’d discussed the possibility of locating multiple rides within one footprint. This year, we did it,” stated Len Soled of […]
They’ve already taken the Gold Coast by storm and now the acclaimed creators of Blanc De Blanc, Strut and Fret, will bring a new, must-see show to Dreamworld. The production called Fun House, featuring at Australia’s biggest theme park between 26 December – 12 January, will be frilled with a new twist as they dial […]
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Palace Entertainment, part of the leading leisure park operator Parques Reunidos, is proud to announce that John Reilly has joined the group as Chief Operating Officer effective Dec. 4, 2019. In this role he will oversee a portfolio of U.S. parks. “I am thrilled to join the talented team members of […]
The Advisory Board for Tivoli A/S and Tivoli CEO Lars Liebst have agreed to initiate a succession plan for the post as Chief Executive Officer. Lars Liebst has been CEO at Tivoli A/S since 1996. He states: ”After nearly 24 years at the helm in one of Denmark’s most interesting and diverse companies, the Board and I have agreed that the time is right to make way for the […]
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Kingdom’s Storm Chaser roller coaster has been named a “Top 10 Steel Coaster of the Decade” by Coaster 101.com, a popular website with contributors from across the U.S. that focuses on roller coasters and the theme park industry. Storm Chaser finds itself in some prestigious company, coming in at number five on the list, which includes […]
PARIS — Gameloft, a leader in the mobile games industry, is thrilled to announce today the introduction of Star Wars characters and locations in Disney Magic Kingdoms, with more coming in a brand new limited-time event celebrating the international release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, making it the biggest update to the game yet. In addition to a brand new park […]
TORONTO, Ontario — Cineplex Inc., one of Canada’s leading entertainment and media companies, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement (the ‘Arrangement Agreement’) with Cineworld Group, plc (LSE: CINE) (‘Cineworld Group’). With over 11,200 screensi around the globe, the proposed transaction will create one of the world’s largest cinema companies, providing Cineplex […]
BREMEN, Germany — Huss Park Attractions GmbH has announced the opening of a Sky Tower attraction at Changsha OCT Window of the World in China. Officially opened in October, the addition of the new ride continues the German company’s strong long-term relationship with OCT, with the Changsha park already operating a King Kong ride from […]
Dreamworld has kicked off its birthday month with a bang delivering its biggest summer campaign yet and now, it’s time for the ultimate celebration as the park turns 38-years-old on Sunday 15 December. For the BIG day, Dreamworld’s fur babies celebrated in true form – by having their cake and eating it too. From small […]
