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el Transylvania attraction opens Dream Island Park, Moscow
TEA names Melissa Ruminot president-elect
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She will assume the role held by Chuck Fawcett in November 2022.
he Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has named the current International Board vice president, Melissa Ruminot,
as its president-elect. She will officially begin her tenure as president in November 2022, assuming the role held by current president, Chuck Fawcett, since November 2020. This decision came after a unanimous vote
of the International Board at its August board
Meeting.The election took place later in the year than is customary due to the appointment of TEA’s new executive director in June. Still, Ruminot assumes the role in time to take on the immediate task of serving as nominating committee chair for the International Board’s 2021-2022 elections cycle which officially launched on August 30. “I am confident that Melissa is the right leader
to carry the TEA into a new era of growth,” said Fawcett. “She is extremely strategic with unmatched attention to detail and has been an exemplary leader for many years as the eastern division president, chair of the executive director selection committee, and most recently, in covering operational responsibilities at
Island Theme Park. “We partnered with Sony Pictures in order to achieve an authentic experience that will be the first attraction of this level in Russia, in one of the world’s leading theme parks.” “In line with our growing Location Based Entertainment strategy, Dream Island Theme Park has done a fantastic job bringing this beloved brand to life and giving audiences the unique opportunity to transport themselves into the thrilling world of Hotel Transylvania,” said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment. In addition to the Hotel Transylvania ride,
headquarters during a period of staff transition. Over the next 15 months, Ruminot will
continue to serve on the executive committee and play an instrumental role in the International Board’s upcoming board planning Meeting in Chicago. “Understanding the priorities of our global
membership is critically important to the health of our organisation and will influence its overall strategy going forward,” said Ruminot. “I’m also looking forward to attending IAAPA Europe and SATE in Barcelona at the end of September, and engaging in a deeper way with TEA’s members abroad.” Ruminot is vice president, marketing and
guests will also find a “Tavern of Fear” snack bar, a “Vampire’s Bite” burger cafe and “Transylvania Treasures,” a gift store filled with Hotel Transylvania themed souvenirs and memorabilia.
development for the Companies of Nassal, with facilities in Orlando, FL and Los Angeles, CA. Nassal is one of the largest leading specialty scenic and rockwork fabricators, focusing on delivering immersive experiences for theme parks, attractions, zoos, aquariums, live events, museums, and destinations around the world. In her role, Ruminot supports and develops the global growth of the organization by cultivating relationships with existing partners
and the development of emerging markets to Nassal’s portfolio, while maintaining a company reputation of excellence, quality, and expertise. In addition to TEA, Ruminot serves on the
Annual Conference Planning Committee for the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. She is a graduate of Western New England University.
Shriek Week at Drusillas this half term
In the UK, Drusillas Park will host Shriek Week this half term (23 -30 October).NLocated between Brighton and Eastbourne, visitors to the park can expect live action thrills such as Haunted Heights – Drusillas’ haunted house experience, Mummy Mayhem – a spooky takeover of the Park’s adventure maze, and the Sugar Skull Witch – a new addition for 2021. Deputy managing director, Ollie Smith, commented on the upcoming event: “Shriek Week last year was sandwiched between two national lockdowns, and we weren’t able to offer all our visitor favourites such as Haunted Heights, so we are thrilled to be back in full frightening force this year – with even more awful offerings!”
Tornado Springs opens
Danish theming firm MK Themed Attractions assisted UK family park Paultons Park in getting its brand-new themed area, Tornado Springs, ready for 12 April by producing and delivering customised props for the entire area.
“The whole Park is going to be draped in devilish décor, so there are endless photo opportunities” continued Ollie, “and our live action characters are back for those hilarious jump scares, including our new Sugar Skull Witch; a wickedly stylish character who travels via a hidden hoverboard, so will be quite literally floating around the park!” The visitor attraction has confirmed that curious kids can scuttle along to the Discovery Centre for some creepy crawly encounters and meet some amazing mini monsters, including cockroaches, millipedes, mealworms, locusts, and an Asian forest scorpion. Experts from its Zoo team will be available to answer questions.
and experiences, all with a heavy Midwestern US theme. The majority of the themed elements were produced and delivered by MK Themed Attractions. Guests will be immersed in the new area completed with themed signs, props, objects, and coasters, all telling the unique story of Tornado Springs.
Drusillas will be running a fancy-dress competition for the best dressed during Shriek Week, with the chance to win a family ticket for four.
to say that it has been a pleasure working with Paultons Park. From the very beginning the visions and ambitions Paultons Park had sounded exciting, and a project we at MK Themed Attractions have loved being a part of. We look forward to seeing the impression the new area Operations director at Paultons
Parents can also transform their little angels into monsters at the petrifying parlour, with their selection of terrible tattoos and freaky face paint designs.
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are so pleased to finally open the park and welcome guests to explore Tornado Springs, our largest single investment here at Paultons Park. We wanted to introduce a spectacular and immersive themed area
Ollie continued: “We take great care in planning events that are suitable for little ones, but still exciting for the rest of the family. Over the years we’ve perfected that family-friendly Halloween ambiance and invite visitors of all ages to enjoy a truly frightful visit! Well you know what they say… if you’ve got it, haunt it!”
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