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Betson Enterprises transforms RollHouse Entertainment
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In a strategic move to modernize the former Buckeye Lanes, a popular venue on the Professional Bowlers Association Winter Tour, RollHouse Entertainment removed 14 bowling lanes. It introduced a state-of-the-art 5,000-square-foot game room at the heart of the bowling center.
This transformation positions the North Olmsted location as the flagship RollHouse establishment with the largest game room in the chain, catering to a more diverse audience. Owners Glenn and Sue Gable and their two sons, Eddie and Warren have cultivated a longstanding relationship with Britannie Betti, Northeast Regional Sales Director at Betson Enterprises. The collaboration thrives on shared family values and a great working partnership, as Betti is now consulting on all 7 RollHouse locations in Ohio.
Britannie curated a list of the latest and most exciting
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,
games on the market, ensuring a broad appeal across various age groups. Sue Gable notes: "Britannie is great about informing us of new games that have been successful in other venues. We have certainly seen increased revenue in our Columbus, Solon, and Mentor locations."
The expansive new game room showcases a diverse array of games, including VR experiences like MotoGP VR (Raw Thrills) and Virtual Rabbids Ultra HD (LAI Games), engaging merchandisers like E-Claw (Elaut), Prize
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.
Tornado Springs opens
Six Flags launches digital alliance S
ix Flags Entertainment Corporation has launched a digital alliance featuring some of the biggest companies in the world. The theme park and water park operator has partnered with Google, HCL Tech, Dell, Snowflake, Fueled and Pure Imagination Studios to benefit both guests and team members. Six Flags says that the technological advancements spearheaded by the alliance will redefine the guest experience, focusing on pre-visit planning, AI-driven notifications and post-visit interactions.
Selim Bassoul, CEO of Six Flags, said: “Our guests are at the centre of everything we do and we want to give
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them the best possible experience when they visit our parks.
“By partnering with the best-in-class companies, we are using data and technology to accelerate innovation and revolutionise the theme park industry.” Omar Jacques Omran, chief digital officer at Six Flags, added: “Six Flags is leading the way on technology, harnessing the power of an alliance to accelerate innovation and seamlessly blend brands into the guest experience through multiple touchpoints in the park.
“Our guests will benefit from the latest technology to make their visit more personalised, enjoyable and memorable.”
Cube (Coast to Coast), Showtime (Coastal), and redemption games such as Dodgeball Ultimate Arena (ICE), Twister (Adrenaline), and Carnival Wheel (Team Play). Additionally, a mix of video games, including Fast & Furious Motion (Raw Thrills), Asphalt 9 Simulator (LAI Games), and Storm (Triotech), contribute to the 75-piece collection in the brand-new game room. RollHouse North Olmsted is now open to the public, with plans for an official grand opening event in early summer 2024.
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.
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.
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
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
JANUARY 2024
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