Park News
parkworld-online.com
Ferrari World
sees RED Visitors to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can look forward to a captivating new live entertainment experience with the arrival of RED: A Theatrical Spectacular of Speed and Passion. The 25-minute show pays tribute to the passion of Enzo Ferrari and his love for speed, racing, style and everything Italian. An international cast of performers keep the audience captivated with a series of shadow play,
scarf dances, choreographed trampoline displays, juggling acts, stunt skating, an elegant adaptation of a pit stop and other racing scenes – all woven together in a fun, romantic storyline centred around four Italian boys and their efforts to win the affections of the beautiful Bella. “RED is a new star attraction at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi that offers a thrilling entertainment experience with amazing acrobatics (pictured) and multimedia magic,” highlights park manager Andy Keeling. “More than 4000 hours of rehearsals and lots of passion went into the making of RED. The audience can expect a truly spectacular show that’s unlike any other.” The new production replaces the La Gara show that had entertained Ferrari
World visitors since the park opened in November 2010. It joins more than 20 Ferrari-inspired rides and attractions at this, the world’s largest indoor theme park. Located at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi – just across the road from the newly opened Yas Waterworld water theme park – both attractions are operated by Farah Leisure Park Management.
Kernels
After a lot of speculation, officials at Disneyland Paris has confirmed that a Ratatouille dark ride will open at the resort’s Walt Disney Studios Park in 2014. Disney-Pixar’s 2007 animated Ratatouille film is set in an imaginary restaurant within the French capital and the new attraction will be the first ride to use these particular IP in a Disney park worldwide.
Former Efteling and Floriade 2012 executive Paul Beck has been confirmed as general director of Sochi Park, the new theme park and hotel development set to open in the Russian city later this year adjacent to the site of the 2014 Winter Olympics.
Following the appointment this winter of new park president Matt Eckert, Holiday World, Santa Claus, Indiana, has promoted tree staff to vice- president positions. Mike Kamp is now vice-president of operations, Alison Montee becomes vice-president of support services, while Eric Snow is now vice- president of marketing, sales and guest entertainment.
Gardaland is to remove its dolphin show as from this season. Over the years the Italian park has received various protests about the performance from animal rights protestors and it is thought a change of heart may have come about since its acquisition some years ago by Merlin Entertainments, which has a “no whale or dolphins” policy at its Sea Life aquariums.
Hong Kong Disneyland may eventually add a third hotel, according to the South China Morning Post.
“High profile start up role for global & innovative family entertainment/ theme park brand”
THEME PARK DIRECTOR Moscow, Russia
Very Competitive Six Figure Salary to Attract the Best + Excellent Bonus + Benefits
and will employ c500 staff. You will combine hands on theme park management experience with excellent strategic marketing, annual business planning and strategy development expertise. You will have complete P & L responsibility for the Park. You will also set the product and pricing strategy
The Ideal Person will possess: • Minimum of 10-15 years solid operational background preferably with leading international theme/entertainment parks, 4* or 5* hotel and leisure resort chain including a minimum of half in senior management positions.
• Proven track record of major successful start-ups & developments, ideally in Russia, is a prerequisite
• Knowledge of the Russian language & market is desirable • University degree desirable • English Spoken Language a pre requisite.
• Solid multi support functions expertise as a business general manager, combining a proven "hands-on" operational practice with strong strategic skills
Come to Mumbai!
Critical Skills & Experience: • Strong hands-on operational background in leading international brand leisure, theme park, hospitality management. Ideally you will have multi country management experience.
• Strong focus on customer service/customer satisfaction • Very strong leadership skills • Commercially astute and profit driven • Proven track record of delivering success through teamwork • Influencing skills & an excellent negotiator
In return our client offers a very competitive salary package, lucrative bonus scheme and benefits including relocation assistance.
To apply without delay, please email your CV in word format, quoting reference 1212-24 for the attention of Roheela Khan to
applications@martinveasey.com Telephone 00 44 1905 381 320
www.martinveasey.com
Following its Amusement Expo this January in Delhi, the Indian Association Of Amusement Parks & Industries (IAAPI) has confirmed that its 14th annual trade show will take place next February, this time In Mumbai. The dates are 5 to 7 February, and the venue is the Bombay Exhibition Centre. If you’re in the Indian parks and attractions business – or would like to be – you need to attend this show.
iaapi.org 16 MARCH 2013
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Theme Park or 4* or 5* Hotel and Leisure Resort or Family Entertainment Park, Operational Director, to launch a global entertainment brand in Russia. The ideal applicant must have previous launch and start up experience from inception to fully operational, ideally in Russia or Eastern Europe, although experience in other locations would be considered. Specifically the experience must have been gained within an international multi-site or multi country brand. The successful applicant will run the park utilising their influential and inspirational leadership skills. The park will cover c7000 m2
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment will premiere Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation at Busch Gardens Tampa and SeaWorld San Diego this summer. Featuring characters from DreamWorks Animation’s Madagascar movies, the 20-minite musical show will be complemented by meet and greet opportunities and new branded merchandise. Madagascar live shows can already be enjoyed by guests at Chessington World of Adventures near London, Universal Studios Singapore and Dreamworld in Australia.
Dutch waterpark supplier Van Egdom has built a water playground in the popular Egyptian resort of Sharm El Sheikh. The custom-built installation features animals including an octopus and ladybird.
Gary Goddard, the veteran themed entertainment designer and Hollywood- based writer/producer/director, has announced the launch of the Goddard Film Group, focusing on feature films for the family and young adult market. The company has acquired the rights to three initial books: Escape From Furnace by Alexander Gordon Smith, Jerry Pournelle’s Janissaries and Jexium Island by Madeline Grattan. Joining Goddard as CEO are Roger Lay, Jnr, executive in charge of production and Eric Carnagey, executive in charge of business development.
Magic Memories has announced two new key appointments to its global team. Peter Whitaker has been appointed to the role of UK and Europe CEO. Stefan Preston has joined the Board of Directors as of October 2012.
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44