Archive For May, 2022
Red Raion launches keynote to present their Moby Dick – Friends to the Rescue! in view of SEA participation
By News Release | May 17, 2022
CATANIA, Italy — Red Raion, the CGI studio specialized in media-based attractions, have created a keynote presentation of their newest CGI film for licensing, Moby Dick – Friends to the Rescue! The title is inspired by the popular Moby Dick IP, revisited in a family-friendly key: produced in 5D, VR and Dome formats, the film […]
DALLAS — Kilburn Live, is the latest addition to Semnox’s growing list of clients to implement Semnox technology at their new family entertainment center concept in Mississauga, Ontario. In partnership, Semnox and Kilburn Live have developed the “Parafait-Game Hub integration” allowing seamless activation of various games and experiences using RFID wristbands and the Parafait Gamification […]
CONCORD, N.C. — Whether guests are bouncing off the walls or climbing up them, they’re almost always going to leave experience centers with a story worth telling; yet with little to show. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation (DNP IAM) today launches its Action Capture system to elevate the guest experience at theme parks, family fun centers, rock […]
40 Must-attend things at Licensing Expo: VR headsets and toy cafes to costume parades and parties
By News Release | May 17, 2022
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Licensing Expo is only one week away, marking the event’s long-awaited return to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas for the first time in person since 2019. Serving as the first licensing trade show this year, Licensing Expo is the global meeting place for the industry, providing three days of expert-led […]
The Senate may consider the Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022 (S.4008) this week in preparation for a possible floor vote. In its current form, the bill proposes $40 billion to replenish the Restaurant Relief Fund and an additional $8 billion for a few hand-picked industries like restaurants, gyms, and live event service providers. […]
Betson Enterprises is pleased to announce that Athena Symonds has joined the company as Amusement Sales Representative for the Midwest. “We are all very excited to have Athena as a new addition to Betson’s Amusement Sales Team. She has a strong background in Family Entertainment Center development and consultative selling,” said Britannie Betti, Northeast Regional Sales […]
Tell your members of Congress to sign onto the Summer Work Travel Program bi-partisan letter of support
By News Release | May 16, 2022
IAAPA continues to work in conjunction with industry groups, Members of Congress, and Governors to advance the goals of the Summer Work Travel (SWT) Program. Fortunately, the State Department is listening. They have prioritized the program and visa processing this year compared to last year. But we need to keep pushing, since visa processing delays in […]
Falcon’s designs game-changing experiences for Saudi Arabia’s first and region’s largest water theme park
By News Release | May 13, 2022
ORLANDO — Saudi Arabia will soon become home to the country’s first and the region’s largest water theme park that is currently under development at Qiddiya – the future Capital of Entertainment, Sports and Culture – situated on the outskirts of Saudi capital, Riyadh. Falcon’s Creative Group, a sector of Falcon’s Beyond, revealed it developed the park’s master […]
New treats, extra fun and lots of sun when Noah’s Ark Waterpark reopens May 28
By News Release | May 13, 2022
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wisc. — All aboard the Ark! The countdown to summer is officially on, with only two weeks left until Opening Day at America’s Largest Waterpark. The 2022 Season at Noah’s Ark Waterpark will be the longest season since 2019, with ten more days and many more ways to play. Noah’s Ark’s unmatched lineup of […]
