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Mangrove Groove ECA2 lights up OCT Bay
A spectacular new multimedia show opened this summer at OCT Bay in Shenzhen, southern China. Produced by the French show specialist ECA2, the 38-minute Mangrove Groove features the world’s largest aquatic stage, covering an area of 5,600m2
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Up to 5,000 spectators enjoy the show each evening, which took the ECA2 team 28 months to create. More than 50 actors, acrobats and dancers bring the stage to life with captivating images, aided by state-of-the-art laser and water effects. Dedicated to tropical Mangrove
trees, the story is told via the four elements. ‘Water’ is represented by two large water screens and hundreds of water jets, ‘Air’ with 5 geysers, ‘Fire’ 14 larges flames, and ‘Light’ 600 underwater projectors and 60 automatic projectors. Based in France and now part of the communications company Publicis, ECA2 has delivered unique special events and shows to several world expos, Olympic Games and theme parks.
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Frank O'Connell 1963 - 2011
The general manager of Hersheypark in Pennsylvania passed away from heart failure on October 18. He was just 48. A long-time member of the Hersheypark family, Frank O’Connell joined the company in 1978. He worked
in a number of roles throughout his tenure, including his long-held leadership position. As head of the Hershey Entertainment Complex he also oversaw ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, Giant Center, Hersheypark Stadium, Star Pavilion and the Hersheypark Arena. An inspirational leader, Frank will be remembered for his love of and dedication to Hersheypark.
Surviving is his wife, Lisa, two daughters, his
mother, three brothers, two sisters and many nieces and nephews. O’Connell had already outlined a succession plan. Due to the unfortunate circumstances, that plan is being enacted earlier than anticipated. Former recent managing director of finance Kevin Stumpf has accepted the position of general manager of the Hershey Entertainment Complex. “It’s with mixed emotions that I step into my new role,” Stumpf said. “Frank O'Connell was a great leader and a good friend. It’s an honour to be following in his footsteps and to continue the legacy of Milton S Hershey. To be part of a company that cares so much about its employees and the community – and that brings happiness to so many people – is a great privilege.”
Grandstand of the gods
Action Innovators, a Dutch company exhibiting for the first time this month at IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando, will show Fly Seat. This aluminium grandstand structure – kind of like Dinner in the Sky without the dinner – is designed for special events such as concerts, festivals and sporting events. Because of the potential branding opportunities, it is thought to be a useful tool for promotional events.
Each unit features 14, 18, or 24 floorless seats mounted in two rows. After the guests are strapped in by the operator, the unit is lifted by a crane to a height of up to 50 metres (164ft), while guests are left to dangle and admire the view. On a clear day it’s predicted you can look as far as 25km (15 miles). This system can be set up in 10 minutes with two operators and because of the exceptional light weight (500kg) it can be transported inside a van. At night the Fly Seat can be illuminated by LED lighting. All models are available with TÜV certification on request.
NOVEMBER 2011
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