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22nd Annual Thea AwardsPresented by Chimelong GroupApril 2, 2016 • Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, CA, USA

Welcome from the TEA President - Steve Birket, Birket Engineering 4

Thea Classic – San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park 14

Special Thanks to Chimelong Group, Thea Awards Gala Presenter 10

Special Thanks to AECOM and The Hettema Group 10

History of the Thea Awards 62

Thea Awards Gala Production Team Credits 6

Thea Awards Program Acknowledgements 8

Thea Awards for Outstanding AchievementRory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden 18

Inspector Training Course, Discovery Cube Los Angeles 22

Integrated Environmental Media System at LAX 24

Manufacturing Innovation, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, The Henry Ford 28

Gantom Torch Technology 32

Geppetto Animation Control System 34

SpongeBob SubPants Adventure, Moody Gardens 36

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, Victoria & Albert Museum 40

Les Amoureux de Verdun, Puy du Fou 46

“Moments of Happiness” at World of Coca-Cola 48

Fountain of Dreams, Wuyishan 52

One World Observatory, New York City 56

Foresta Lumina, Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook 66

Disney Paint the Night, Hong Kong Disneyland Park & Disneyland Park 68

Keith James - Buzz Price Thea Award honoree 74

John Robinett - TEA Distinguished Service honoree 80

Adirondack Studios 69AECOM 82, back coverAES-Artistic Entertainment Services 25

A&ES Attraction & Entertainment Solutions 82

Alcorn McBride 23Birket Engineering 27Canyon Creative 71Chimelong Group 42-43Christie 83Color Reflections 19Cortina Productions 75Cost of Wisconsin 73The Costume Connection 35Dynamic Attractions 12ECA2 5Edwards Technologies, Inc. 60

Electrosonic 73Entertainment + Culture Advisors 20Entertainment Design Corporation 30

Falcon’s Treehouse 17FAR Out! Creative Direction 26Fountain People 53Gantom Lighting and Controls 33Garner Holt Productions 60GP Color 67The Hettema Group 63, 65Hnedak Bobo Group 69Hunt Design 76JBA Artistic Engineering 23Jon Baker Productions 38JRA (Jack Rouse Associates) 78JRM Construction Management 61Ken Saba 44

Kraftwerk Living Technologies GmbH 33

Lightning in a Bottle 67Mad Systems 44Management Resources 76Medialon 20MediaMation 79Modern Postcard 2MU Events 9National Fiber Technology 20Nickelodeon Entertainment 37Nolan Heimann LLP 35nth degree 25Oceaneering 54One World Observatory 7Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook 67PCL Construction 76PGAV Destinations 57

Sally Corporation 64San Diego Zoo 157thSense Design 53Smart Monkeys 26Super 78 39TEA Foundation 50TEA Past Presidents Committee 21TechMD 21Technomedia 47Thinkwell 51Universal Creative 49Vekoma 29Visual Terrain 21VOA Associates 45Walt Disney Imagineering 41Wärtsilä FUNA 31Worldbuildr 45Wyatt Design Group 79

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An industry of smiles and a time of growthTEA International President Steve Birket,

Birket Engineering

Overture. Hit the Lights. Welcome, everyone, to the 22nd annual Thea Awards, where we celebrate the best of the best for our Themed Entertainment industry. How lucky we are to be in an industry where we get to write the story and build the imagined, and the end products are smiles. The Thea Awards bring us together to see what happens when passionate people create amazing experiences. Happy, inspired, comic, artistic, innovative, or arresting, it is here.

The Thea Awards were created in 1994 to recognize achievement, talent, and excellence within the industry. In the 22 years since, Thea Awards have become an internationally recognized standard and a coveted honor.

This year TEA is very pleased to have Chimelong Group as the Gala presenting sponsor. Chimelong brings a unique vision to projects and sets the example of international collaboration. Thank you, Chimelong, for your contributions of teamwork and quality to the industry. Asia is rapidly becoming a leader in themed entertainment development, and TEA is honored to help drive the dialog between West and East, in the interest of creativity, quality and growth for our industry.

Here’s where I switch from a theatre metaphor to a ride metaphor, because both are elemental to themed entertainment:

For 2016 in our industry we have buckled up for an “E-ticket” ride (a reference to rides that ranked highest within Disney’s former ticketing system). We are at a new height and are at top speed. I invite you to choose your metric to measure the excitement. The industry measures it in new market growth and mature market reinvestment. Operators measure it in increased attendance. Within TEA we measure it in increased international membership, more event and programming offerings, and greater Board enthusiasm. Across my desk I see it in the waterfall of RFPs, inquiries, and resumes.

At the Thea Awards, the ride includes awards. Thea Classic Award recipient, The San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, celebrates 100 years of inspiration and wildlife conservation. Awards for Outstanding Achievement are recognized for attractions, technology, and innovation. As you see in the pages of this book, the 2016 selection is remarkable and rich.

Please join me in congratulating this year’s recipient of the Buzz Price Thea Award for a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements - Keith James of Jack Rouse Associates. Keith is one of our industry’s most respected and trusted leaders. He is a past President of TEA and continues to be actively involved with our organization – donating his own time and expertise and

allowing his employees to participate as well. Thank you, Keith, for your leadership and ongoing contributions to the TEA.

Congratulations are also due to AECOM Sr. Vice President John Robinett on his TEA Distinguished Service Award. Every year, we partner with John and his team on the TEA/AECOM Theme Index. This honor for John reminds us that the very first Thea Award was presented to Harrison “Buzz” Price, the pioneer of entertainment feasibility in our industry. TEA recognizes that business and creativity go hand in hand in the making of great guest experiences.

Thank you, Phil Hettema and The Hettema Group for once again producing tonight’s show. Your talent, effort, resources, high standards and commitment to our Association shine in this top-quality Gala presentation - and are greatly appreciated.

For the amazing TEA International and Division Boards, Committees, membership, and sponsors that fuel the 70+ international events that were held last year and TEA’s ongoing initiatives, I have the greatest respect. Thank you COO Jennie Nevin, Gala Event Producer Tammie Richards, and the TEA staff for the work to create this event and move the TEA machine. Thank you TEA for having me as your President for a second term. It is my great pleasure and honor.

Keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle and hang on everyone, here we go!

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W W W . W Y S X . C O M . C N I W W W . E C A 2 . C O M

think spectacular

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE 2016 THEA AWARDS RECIPIENTS!

Thea Awards Gala Production Team Credits Executive Producer & Show Design: Phil Hettema, The Hettema GroupEvent Producer: Tammie Richards, TEAShow Director/Choreographer: Tom Vannucci, The Hettema GroupProducer: Diana Cimadamore O’Rourke, The Hettema GroupProduction Associate: Erica Schwehr, The Hettema GroupStage Manager: Lisa J. Maydwell, Visual Terrain, Inc.Assistant Stage Manager: Matthew Adams, The Hettema Group Assistant Stage Manager: Marion Pugliesi Show Writer: Bill Butler, Garner Holt ProductionsMusic Director: Andy Garfield, Lightning in a BottleLighting Design: Steven Young, Visual Terrain, Inc.Assistant Lighting Designer: Bryan Yu, Visual Terrain, Inc.Lighting Assistant: Corey Albert, Visual Terrain, Inc.Centerpiece Overlay Design: Connor Sinclair, The Hettema GroupCenterpieces: Shannon Martin, Color Reflections & Dale Sprague, Canyon CreativeCostumes: Bonnie Sinclair, The Costume ConnectionProduction Support: Levi Lack & Keith Kaminski, The Hettema Group Live Voiceover Talent: Matthew KellyScenery Rental: Atomic RentalsHD Projection: Larry Howard, Christie (see tech specs opposite)Technical Manager: Joe Fox, Birket EngineeringVideo Graphics: Adam Kelly, nth degree design & visual fxVideo Production Assistant: Roby BrownVideographer: Michael Libby, WorldbuildrMedia Contact: Judith Rubin, TEACandid Photography: Martin PalickiFoyer Graphics Art Supervision: Dale Sprague, Canyon CreativeFoyer Graphics Design: David Adler, Canyon CreativeFoyer Graphics Printing: Shannon Martin, Color ReflectionsTEA Sponsor Reel Video Production: Dave Martin, Demo DaveThea Ice Sculpture: Marc Entin, Ice BulbEvent Registration Coordinator: Marie Brennan, TEATEA VIP Hospitality Support: Tricia Rodriguez, Mad SystemsTalent Manager Volunteer: Lynn Allmandinger, OASE GMBHTEA NextGen Crew Volunteers: Lance Cardey, Leone Ermer, Todd Harper, Andrew O’Rourke, Paula Wang, & Nathaniel YonceTEA NextGen Hospitality Volunteers: Rebecca de la Torre & Vik JogaTEA NextGen Correspondent: Christopher Chien

Disneyland Creative Entertainment & Event Services Team:Production Manager: Michael DuncanTechnical Director: Jeremy WilliamsAudio Engineer: James TouceyAudio Assistant: Andrew GravesLighting Engineer: Kenny DriggsFollow Spot Operators: Kyle Hansen & Valentin Lopez-SanchezEntertainment Art Specialist: Jamie NixDisney Meetings: Erin A. Flood, CMP, Catering & Convention Services ManagerDisney Catered Events: Cheryl Fallon, Senior Sales ManagerDisneyland Resort President: Michael Colglazier, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Creative Entertainment

Special Thanks:Quan Gan at Gantom Lighting & Controls for specialty lighting effects Wes Adams at GP Color for centerpiece overlay printing and production

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Thea Awards Program AcknowledgementsPublisher: Themed Entertainment Association (TEA)

Executive Editor: Jennie Nevin

Editor: Judith Rubin

Cover Design: David Adler, Canyon Creative

Program Design/Art Direction: Dale Sprague, Canyon Creative

Layout and Production: Martin Palicki, InPark Magazine

Project Descriptions: TEA Thea Awards Committee

Credits lists provided by the Thea Awards recipients

Thea Awards Gala Show Producer: The Hettema Group

Advertising Liaison: Martin Palicki

Program Printing: Catherine Christman & Ilana Page, Modern Postcard

© 2016 Themed Entertainment Association. All rights reserved.

Thank you to our TEA Headquarters Staff

Jennie Nevin – Chief Operating Officer

Tammie Richards – Event Producer

Jeri Kinney – Member Services

Linda Hamm – Bookkeeper

Marie Brennan - Office Administrator/Event Coordinator

Judith Rubin – PR, Social Media & Publications

TEA Headquarters

150 E. Olive Ave., #306Burbank, CA 91502 USA+1 818 843-8497www.teaconnect.org

About TEA

The TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) is an international nonprofit organization founded in 1991 and based in Burbank, California USA. Some 1,000 TEA members represent roughly 8,000 creative specialists, from architects to designers, technical specialists to master planners, scenic fabricators to artists, and builders to feasibility analysts – working across North America and in 40 different countries. TEA presents the annual Thea Awards and the TEA Summit, and hosts the annual SATE conference on Experience Design. TEA also produces a variety of electronic and print publications, including the TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index, the Thea Awards Program and the TEA Connect newsletter. Visit www.teaconnect.org

c o n g r a t u l a t e s a l l t h e t h e a awa r d r e c i p i e n t s !

MU-EVENTS : MULTIMEDIA SHOWS AND EVENTS - DESIGN & PRODUCTION

Mu-Events - 98, Grande Rue 70 000 Echenoz La Meline France • Mob. : +33 (0)6 30 43 30 37 e-mail : contact@mu-events.com

A Breathtaking Blend of New Technologies, Dancers and Acrobats...Indoor Show Designed & Directed by Sophie Poirier

DISCOVER... KUBE ! NEW ATTRACTION AT PARC DU FUTUROSCOPE

About the Thea Awards

The annual Thea Awards, presented in 2016 by Chimelong Group, were created to bring recognition to achievement, talent and personal excellence within the themed entertainment industry. From a modest beginning in 1994, the Thea Awards have become internationally recognized as a symbol of excellence. See p.62 to read about the history of the Thea Awards.

22nd Annual Thea Awards Nominating Committee

Craig Hanna, ChairRoberta Perry, Vice-ChairChristine Kerr, Board LiaisonKaren McGee, Coordinator

Buzz Price Lifetime Achievement RecipientsTony BaxterMark Fuller*Bob Gurr (Technical Sub-Committee Co-Chair)Garner HoltKim IrvineDon Iwerks*Jon Jerde*Monty Lunde (Technical Sub-Committee Co-Chair)Ron MizikerYves Pepin (European Sub-Committee Chair)Bob RogersJoe RohdeJack Rouse*Marty Sklar (Buzz Price Lifetime Nomination Sub-Committee Chair)Frank StanekBarry UpsonBob Ward* Non-participating

Committee MembersAdam BezarkSusan BondsMichel den DulkPhil HettemaLisa Passamonte-GreenRoberta PerryJohn Robinett

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c o n g r a t u l a t e s a l l t h e t h e a awa r d r e c i p i e n t s !

MU-EVENTS : MULTIMEDIA SHOWS AND EVENTS - DESIGN & PRODUCTION

Mu-Events - 98, Grande Rue 70 000 Echenoz La Meline France • Mob. : +33 (0)6 30 43 30 37 e-mail : contact@mu-events.com

A Breathtaking Blend of New Technologies, Dancers and Acrobats...Indoor Show Designed & Directed by Sophie Poirier

DISCOVER... KUBE ! NEW ATTRACTION AT PARC DU FUTUROSCOPE

Special thanks to Chimelong Group and our other Gala partnersFrom the submission of nominations to the selection and naming of recipients, to formal presentation at the Thea Awards Gala, the annual Thea Awards cycle is a major production that relies on the dedicated and diligent efforts of many, including the Thea Awards Committee, the TEA International Board and TEA staff, plus additional critical support from sponsors, corporate sponsors, partners, the Gala Producer and the Gala Presenter.

Crucial support for the 2016 TEA Thea Awards came from three outstanding sources:

• Chimelong Group: Presenting sponsor of the Thea Awards Gala

• Phil Hettema and The Hettema Group: Producer of the Thea Awards Gala

• AECOM: Theme Index Partner

CHIMELONG GROUPTHEA AWARDS GALA PRESENTER

The support of Chimelong Group is a symbol of the international collaboration that will continue to characterize the themed entertainment industry as it grows globally.

When Chimelong Ocean Kingdom (Zhuhai, China) was named to receive a Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park a year ago, the Thea Awards Committee wrote, “Since entering the theme park business in 1997, Chimelong Group has increased the scale and polish of its offerings at a dramatic pace. Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is the fifth theme park to open under the Chimelong group, and their first outside their Guangzhou home base. Each park has been significantly more polished than the one before.”

Chimelong Group has been called a game changer, bringing a unique vision to projects but also recognizing and drawing upon the expertise and experience of the global theme park industry, setting an example of international collaboration and bringing something new to the industry.

As the industry expands and improves in Asia and especially China, as the TEA Asia Pacific Division grows and extends its influence in the region, as TEA members extend their business and craft to serve Asia, Chimelong’s contributions will help maintain high standards of quality and innovation and help to continue the culture of teamwork, recognition, and shared wisdom.

PHIL HETTEMA AND THE HETTEMA GROUPTHEA AWARDS GALA PRODUCER

TEA extends a very warm welcome to Phil Hettema and The Hettema Group as Producer of the 22nd annual Thea Awards Gala. This will be the second consecutive year that THG has lent vision, talent and experience to make the Thea Awards Gala a superlative event.

Phil Hettema is a respected creative leader in themed entertainment with many accolades for himself and his company’s projects, including several Thea Award honored projects such as Beyond All Boundaries at the National WWII Museum and One World Observatory (named for a Thea this year).

AECOMTHEME INDEX PARTNER

AECOM is supporting the 22nd annual Thea Awards Gala as Theme Index Partner, marking the company’s continued collaboration with TEA on the annual TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index.

The TEA/AECOM Theme Index, published mid-year, is the definitive global study of attendance at the world’s top theme parks, water parks and museums. It is provided free as a resource for the industry, published online by TEA and AECOM and also distributed in print, and in a Chinese language edition.

The relationship between AECOM and TEA is long standing and the company plays an important role as a presenter and facilitator for TEA conferences and TEA panels at outside events.

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Special Thank You to our Sponsors

THEA AWARDS GALA PRODUCTION PARTNERS

Birket Engineering • Costume Connection • Gantom Lighting & Controls • Garner Holt ProductionsGP Color • Lightning in a Bottle • nth degree • Visual Terrain • Worldbuildr

GLOBAL PARTNERS

Chimelong • Christie • The Hettema Group • Universal Creative • Walt Disney Imagineering

THEA AWARDS GALA

AECOM • Chimelong • The Hettema Group

GLOBAL SPONSORS

7thSense • A&ES • Adirondack • AES • Cortina Productions • ElectrosonicEntertainment Design Corporation • Fountain People • Hnedak Bobo Group • Jack Rouse Associates

JBA Artistic Engineering • Kraftwerk • Mad Systems • MediaMation • Oceaneering • PCL Construction Sally Corporation • Technomedia • VOA • Wärtsilä FUNA

CORPORATE SPONSORS

AECOM • Birket Engineering • Canyon Creative • Color Reflections • Demo Dave • InPark Magazine Modern Postcard • Nolan Heimann LLP •nth degree • Worldbuildr

SAN DIEGO, CA, USA

Thea Classic Award

San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Shortly following the close of the 1915 Panama-California Exposition in San Diego’s Balboa Park, and upon hearing the roar of the lions that had been abandoned in the Park after the Expo, Dr. Harry M. Wegeforth founded the Zoological Society of San Diego, and started the San Diego Zoo a century ago, in 1916.

What began in a moment of inspiration has resulted in a century of amazing animals and extraordinary people coming together to pursue a dedicated vision. The 100-acre San Diego Zoo is primarily a cage-less facility for more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals and a renowned botanical collection. Annual attendance: 3.75 million. Sister facility San Diego Zoo Safari Park opened May 10, 1972 and receives some 2 million annual visits. Its 1,800 acres are home to more than 2,600 animals and 1.5 million botanical specimens.

Consistently, both have been on the forefront of innovations in contemporary zoo keeping and most active in conservation and preservation efforts. San Diego Zoo Global is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving species from extinction. Over the last century conservationists with San Diego Zoo Global have worked to preserve and reintroduce more than 30 endangered species to managed habitats in their natural habitat. Looking towards the next 100 years, the well-known conservation organization is looking to new technologies and community supported efforts to turn the tide of extinction and create a world zoo where all species are protected in their native habitats as they are in accredited zoos.

In July 2015, TripAdvisor.com Travelers’ Choice Awards recognized The San Diego Zoo as the best in the US and best in the world.

To honor an exemplary and influential project that has stood the test of time (25+ years) TEA created the Thea Classic Award. Past recipients include Madame Tussauds London, “it’s a small world” (Disneyland), the Studio Tour (Universal Studios Hollywood), Efteling Park, the Exploratorium (San Francisco) and Tivoli Gardens.

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SAN DIEGO ZOO AND SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS Dr. Harry M. Wegeforth, Founder and Board DirectorMrs. Belle Benchley, Zoo DirectorDr. Charles Schroeder, Director Mr. Charles Bieler, Director Mr. Douglas G. Myers, President and CEO

A CENTURY’S WORTH OF CREDITSan Diego Zoo Global expresses thanks to everyone who contributed to the creation, improvement and growth of San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park over 100 years. During that time, literally thousands of people and companies have worked on projects at these two facilities. In view of the impossibility of crediting them all, it was decided to simply list the five CEOs who have led the organization over the 100 years. Douglas G. Myers, the current President and CEO has been there 30 years.

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DALLAS, TX, USA

Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementScience / Discovery Garden

This imaginative and interactive garden for children is a museum without walls, designed specifically to address state and national education standards in life, earth and environmental sciences. Each of its 17 galleries or “learning rooms” has a specific theme, to teach and demonstrate science concepts. Themes include Science and Natural Phenomena, Botany and Agriculture, Nature and the Biosphere, Astronomy and Space, and Energy. Spanning eight acres, with more than 150 interactive exhibits covering a wide spectrum of science, play and imagination, the sheer scale of the project sets it apart.

Storytelling and engagement are highlighted throughout, both through the design of the exhibits and through interaction with live docents and staff. In addition, physical activities like mazes, climbing structures and observation towers and decks are found throughout the site. Throughout, there is a sense of play, whimsy and discovery, with all exhibits directly targeting specific demographic age groups and learning levels.

From an adult designer’s point of view, this is an extremely sophisticated and well thought out master plan, offering multiple levels of play, and beautifully designed and fabricated exhibits with a built in sense of discovery and surprise - seamlessly integrated into an elegant park environment with a wide variety of moods, textures, and vistas.

From a child’s point of view, it’s a simply irresistible banquet of exciting play and discovery, with exciting surprises around every corner.

Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

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Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

THE RORY MEYERS CHILDREN’S ADVENTURE GARDEN DESIGN DEVELOPMENT TEAM - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

GARDEN TEAM, DALLAS ARBORETUM Mary Brinegar, President & CEO Dave Forehand, VP of GardensJimmy Turner, Director of HorticultureMaria Conroy, VP of EducationJohn Armstrong, VP of Property DevelopmentTina Roe, VP of Operations

VISITOR EXPERIENCE/EXHIBIT DESIGN Van Sickle & Rolleri, LLC., Project Lead DesignerAndrea Rolleri, Principal Designer; Project ManagerDennis Van Sickle, Principal Designer

Patricia Dove, Graphic DesignerCarol Bossert, Writer LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTUREMKW+Associates, LLC John Williams, Principal-in-ChargeAllen Juba, Principal-for-Design; Project ManagerGwen Gerhard, Sr. Landscape ArchitectJuliet Wong, Landscape Designer

ARCHITECTURE Dattner Architects, Architect of RecordRichard Dattner, FAIA, Lead DesignerHanson Liu, RA, Project ArchitectBeth Greenberg, FAIA, Principal in Charge

Scott McCaslin, AIA , McCaslin Associates, Associate ArchitectKen Smith, Blum Consulting Engineers, MEP EngineerThomas Taylor, PE, Datum Engineers, Structural EngineerGreg Diana, PE, Datum Engineers, Structural Engineer

LIGHTING DESIGNER Lee Brandt, IALD, Horton Lees Brogdan, Lighting Design

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT OWNER’S REP The Beck Group, David Fisk, Sr. Project Manager

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LOS ANGELES, CA, USA

Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementScience / Discovery Experience, Limited Budget

Inspector Training Course, Discovery Cube

One of the flagship exhibits at Discovery Cube Los Angeles, Inspector Training Course gives visitors a new understanding of safety and environmental protection in the home. The exhibit takes the form of a charming California Craftsman Bungalow, with interactive elements and activities woven throughout the bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and back yard. Visitors become “home inspectors”; each person receives a special digital tablet that senses their precise location in the home and offers up a personalized series of challenges and puzzles. The activities are a mix of digital questions, physical and visual tests, and integrated media in the space. If they solve enough challenges correctly, they achieve “Super Inspector” status: the tablet takes their photo and displays it on a “champions” video wall in front of the exhibit.

The Inspector Training Course hides a whole lot of learning behind a whole lot of fun. This high-tech scavenger hunt teaches kids about conservation, sustainability and environmental stewardship, furthering the museum’s overall STEM education goals. The experience seamlessly integrates the physical space and objects with the individual tablet experience. The recipe? Make it tactile, real and fun. Make it a game, and allow for experimentation and social interaction. Use high-tech tools, and then make those tools disappear.

The tablet is part teacher, part scorekeeper and part guide. The tracking technology allows the game engine to know the exact location of each player within 12-inches, and uses the information to guide visitors through the exhibit and provide location-specific content and challenges.

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INSPECTOR TRAINING COURSE, DISCOVERY CUBE LOS ANGELES - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITSJoe Adams, Chief Executive Officer, Discovery Science FoundationJanet Yamaguchi, Vice President - Education, Discovery Science FoundationKellee Preston, Vice President - Operations, Discovery Science FoundationMike Wheeler, Vice President - Marketing and Communications, Discovery Science FoundationRoxy Gonzales, Director - Exhibits and Program Development, Discovery Science FoundationLuis Almonte, Director - Information Technology, IT Systems Architect, Discovery Science FoundationJeannie Lomma, Sr. Project Manager/Team Lead, CinnabarPixie Hearn, Project Manager, CinnabarAlexandra DeMilner, Project Coordinator, CinnabarJuan Corral, Technical Director/Production Manager, CinnabarMatt Samsel, Interactive Fabrication Lead, CinnabarJoseph Dunham, Technical Designer, CinnabarLance Spellerberg, Fabrication Lead, Cinnabar

Sam Snow, Fabrication/Installation Lead, CinnabarIain Galt, Fabrication/Installation Lead, CinnabarDavid Beaudry, Lead Developer, Game & Interface Design, Beaudry InteractiveValeria Beaudry, Producer, Project Management, Art Direction, Beaudry InteractiveSean Phillips, Developer, IT Lead, Sound Design, Beaudry InteractiveMike Segawa, Graphics Design, Concept Art, Illustrations, Beaudry InteractiveRyan Dorn, Game Interaction Design, Beaudry InteractiveConstanza Bade, Translator, Beaudry InteractiveMindi Lipschultz, Animations, RGH EntertainmentSasha Harris-Cronin, AV Hardware Integration, BBI Engineering

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementEnvironmental Media Experience

Integrated Environmental Media System, LAX

The Integrated Environmental Media System (IEMS) in the new international terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is an unprecedented passenger experience and a new source of non-aeronautical revenues for the facility. The IEMS includes seven media features, including Welcome and Bon Voyage Walls, a four-sided Time Tower and portals that shepherd passengers to their departure gates. The IEMS is supported by an intelligent show control system that enables mapping content onto unique, very large-scale, multi-dimensional media surfaces.

Arriving and departing passengers are mesmerized by the beautiful content floating throughout this massive canvas. The content captures the culture of Los Angeles and, depending on the destinations of upcoming departures, will periodically change to reflect those destinations.

Since its opening, the project has received global attention as the most provocative example of a fully integrated, intelligent media

environment. It’s a space where immersive media and ambient storytelling don’t demand attention – but do reward it. It’s the perfect “hello” and “goodbye” to travelers from all over the world and that’s why this project was recommended for a Thea Award.

The base concept is now under design development - and may in fact already be under construction - in other airports, museums and themed attractions around the world. The base idea is not new, but the Integrated Environment Media System at LAX has been executed with such creative and technical excellence that it has redefined the field, and is fast becoming a widely-admired and replicated achievement. It has also improved the airport visitor experience: Studies show that travelers tend to arrive early at the terminal to enjoy the media.

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Los Angeles World Airports, ClientMike Rubin, Project Director, MRA InternationalStephan Villet, Managing Partner / Lead System Designer, Smart Monkeys, IncMarcela Sardi, Feature Designer / Creative Producer, Sardi DesignMoment Factory, Executive Content ProviderDigital Kitchen, Content ProducerElectrosonic, Systems Engineer and Integrator

OWNERLos Angeles World AirportsGina Marie Lindsey, Executive DirectorRoger Johnson, Deputy Executive DirectorMichael Doucette, Deputy Executive DirectorDom Nessi, Deputy Executive Director & CIONancy Kettner, Project ManagerJorge Gutierrez, IT coordinatorDavid Kim, Field Engineer

IEMS DESIGN TEAMMRA InternationalMike Rubin, PhD, Project Director

Sardi DesignMarcela Sardi, Media Feature Designer/Creative DirectorMohamad Alkhayer, PhD, Structural AdvisorPawel Suita, Architect

Smart Monkeys, Inc.Stephan Villet, Lead Technical DesignerAlan Anderson, Technical DirectorMitch Schuh, Control & Software ArchitectDennis “DJ” Cole, Network Architect

IEMS CONTENT PRODUCTIONMoment FactorySakchin Bessette, Creative DirectorFrançois Morel, ProducerHans Samuelson, Content Development StrategistMelissa Weigel, Media Manager

Digital KitchenCynthia Biamon, Managing Director, Executive ProducerAnthony Vitagliano, Executive Creative DirectorMason Nicoll, Creative DirectorErica Coates, Lead Producer

IEMS TECHNOLOGY - INTEGRATIONElectrosonic, Inc.Bryan Hinckley, Account ExecutiveJanne Hammel, Project ManagerJess Ashby, Project CoordinatorPeter Alexander, Project Engineer

Daktronics, Display technology and integration

AIRPORT DESIGN TEAMFentress (in Association with HNTB), Building Architects

Syska and Hennessy, Mechanical & Plumbing EngineeringTTG, Electrical EngineeringJohn A. Martin Associates, Structural EngineeringHLB, Lighting

AIRPORT CONTRACTORS TEAMWalsh Austin Joint Venture, Building General ContractorSan Diego Sign and Electric, StoryBoard & Pylon StructuresCal State Steel, Welcome Wall StructureHerrick Steel, Time Tower & Departure Board StructureACCO, Mechanical Infrastructure Pan Pacific, Plumbing ContractorDyna Electric, Electrical Infrastructure Sasco Electric, Low Voltage & Network InfrastructureISEC, FinishesCosco, Fire Protection

OTHER NOTABLE VENDORSX-Agora, Interactive/Generative playbackGrass Valley, Video playbackPlanar, LCD display technologyMedialon, Show Control software

INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL MEDIA SYSTEM, LAX - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

"EYE-POPPING"L.A. WEEK"OPTICAL CAPTIVATION"MONDO*DR "MASSIVE MEDIA INSTALLATIONS"VVARIETY"BREATHTAKING"SKIFT.COM"A STUNNING SUCCESS"MRA INTERNATIONAL"A PIONEERING PROJECT"SOUND & VIDEO CONTRACTOR

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementBrand Experience, Limited Budget

Manufacturing Innovation is a multimedia experience located at the Ford Rouge Factory Tour in The Henry Ford. This 10-minute show combines multiple screens with projection mapping and factory automation robots to create an impressive and dimensional story that follows the creation of an F150 truck from initial design through manufacturing and on to testing and finally customer delivery. The show utilizes seven screens that wrap around the audience with a lift at the front of the theater to surprise guests with a white form F150 truck that rises up and is subsequently “built,” “welded” and “painted” by combining mapped projections in synchronization with industrial robot arms that appear to be affecting the white form of the truck. It is a clever and excellent way to use the mapped projection technique in a brand experience story of manufacturing.

The exceptional combination of custom produced media synchronized and choreographed across seven screens with the technique of mapped projection integrated with industrial robots turns a corporate

media presentation into a multimedia spectacular that leaves guests excited about manufacturing innovation. With great music, theatrical lighting, carefully choreographed projection and robotics, guests get an up-close view as a pickup truck seemingly comes together right before their eyes and is a real “wow.”

Manufacturing Innovation, Ford RougeFactory Tour, The Henry Ford Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V. one of the

worlds leading manufacturer of roller coasters and attractions & Brogent Technologies Inc. are proud to present the Panoramic Flying Theater i-Ride™, a great addition to your park, real estate property or tourist destination.

i-Ride Panoramic Flying Theater is already successfully operating in numerous countries and under construction at several (shopping) malls and tourist destinations. With a proven design and track record of millions of visitors, i-Ride is a magnifi cent immersive experience. The feeling of truly soaring over stunning landscapes, and sharing that feeling with friends and family in a fun environment, is universal.

FLY LIKE A BIRD WITH i-RIDE!i-Ride, featuring a suspension-seat platform design, is a unique dynamic fl ight theater built on a 6-DOF (six degrees of freedom) motion platform. Delivering super realism and fantastic entertain-ment, it is the new standard for indoor attractions. Riders’ feet dangling for the true sensation of fl ying

through the air. The sweeping bird’s eye surround perspective delivers unobstructed views. Wind, sound, light, water and scent increase the fun and sensation.

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Manufacturing Innovation, Ford RougeFactory Tour, The Henry Ford Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V. one of the

worlds leading manufacturer of roller coasters and attractions & Brogent Technologies Inc. are proud to present the Panoramic Flying Theater i-Ride™, a great addition to your park, real estate property or tourist destination.

i-Ride Panoramic Flying Theater is already successfully operating in numerous countries and under construction at several (shopping) malls and tourist destinations. With a proven design and track record of millions of visitors, i-Ride is a magnifi cent immersive experience. The feeling of truly soaring over stunning landscapes, and sharing that feeling with friends and family in a fun environment, is universal.

FLY LIKE A BIRD WITH i-RIDE!i-Ride, featuring a suspension-seat platform design, is a unique dynamic fl ight theater built on a 6-DOF (six degrees of freedom) motion platform. Delivering super realism and fantastic entertain-ment, it is the new standard for indoor attractions. Riders’ feet dangling for the true sensation of fl ying

through the air. The sweeping bird’s eye surround perspective delivers unobstructed views. Wind, sound, light, water and scent increase the fun and sensation.

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THE HENRY FORDPresident, Patricia MooradianExecutive Vice President, Christian ØverlandSenior Director, Museum & Attractions, John NeilsonGeneral Manager, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, Cynthia JonesVice President of Business Services & Chief Financial Officer, Brent OttVice President Communications, Sales & Service, Carol KendraSenior Director, Facilities Management & Security, Robert HannaDirector, Digital and Emerging Media, Matt MajeskiDirector, Historical Resources, Marilyn ZoidisChief Learning Officer, Paula Gangopadhyay

FORD MOTOR COMPANYChairman, Bill Ford Jr.Director, Office of Exec. Chairman, Brad SimmonsTruck Group Marketing Manager, Doug ScottF-150 Marketing Manager, Eric E.J. PetersonChief Designer, Ford Trucks, Gordo PlattoManager, Manufacturing Research Dept. , Pete Freedman, Ph.D.Program Management Analyst, Alana StragerManager Paint, John Grace

Communications Coach, Maria BurkelCommunications Coach, George Manning

FORD LANDDirector, Roger G. GaudetteArchitect, Harvey Ellis DeverauxGeneral Construction, Braun Construction

BRC IMAGINATION ARTSExecutive Producer, Marci Carlin Show Director / Executive Producer, Christian LachelProject Manager / Media Director, Philipp EdelmannMedia Director / Editor, Chris PavlicaCreative Technical Director, Edward HodgeVFX Supervisor, Chase MassingillMusical Director and Composer, David KneupperMedia Producer, Stephen StrosinProject Coordinator, Chloe CeramiPrincipal Lighting Designer, Emanuel TreesonAssistant Designer/ Programmer, Josh Selander

Writers: Carolyn Leach, Christian Lachel, Chris Pavlica, Philipp EdelmannGraphic Designer, Bernard SemerdjianGraphics and Media Photographer, Chloe Cerami3D Designer/Planner, Mikey “Nitro” ReyesConcept Artists/Designers: Mauricio Abril, Brian Higgins, Zen WangStoryboards: Charles Ratteray, Micah CostanzaVFX Producer, Dennis Samatulski

VFX Artists: Mike Senften, Toros Köse, Jeff Billon, Scott CannonShow Set Lead, Alex MacKayShow Set Designer, Chris ContiMaterial Research, Kevin McBee2nd Editor, Gajic SlobodanAssistant Editor, Zach BaumgartnerSound Effects Editor , Pat SellersVoice Over Artists: Corey Burton, Camille DixonConcept Phase Coordinator, Alexandra MaxwellConcept Manager, Cara PicoDesign Research, Sara MooreProject Accountant, Jasmin HernandezMarketing Coordinator, Emily HellerMarketing Photographer, Alvin NguyenPost Production Services , Stephen ReboriTransportation Captain, Medhi Mahramzadeh

Chief Creative Officer and Founder, Bob RogersVice President, Executive Producer, Carmel LewisChief Financial Officer, Tom McDonaldVice President, Business Affairs, Christopher DeAndeBRC Operations Team: Matthew Solari, Brad Shelton, Bart Dohmen

LIVE ACTION SHOOT CREWDirector of Photography, Jason Wawro1st AC, Steven ParrGaffer, Steve VanmaeleData Manager, John AsherSound Mixer, Edward ChickTeleprompter Operator, Mark AdlerProduction Assistant, Frank Mannino

Production Assistant, Kelsey JuddoProduction Assistant, Gene DiamondProduction Assistant, Kelo ThompsonProduction Assistant, Daniel Dawson

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AUDIO, VIDEO AND SHOW CONTROL SYSTEMSTechMD, Inc.Tim TschoppTim BrownDamien Charkiewicz

VFX/ COMPUTER ANIMATIONKinetogenic

ROBOT INTEGRATOR/ PROGRAMMERApplied Manufacturing TechnologiesMike InglesAndrew McCarty

LIGHTING DESIGNNYXdesign LLC

LASER EFFECTSLumaLaser, Inc. LIGHTING EQUIPMENTBarbizon Lighting Company

SCENIC & SHOW ACTIONArtistic Entertainment Services

SPECIAL THANKSTeam Detroit

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementTechnology, Limited Budget

Gantom Torch Technology

The Gantom Torch is a fully controllable flashlight capable of receiving input from small, programmable infrared transmitters. The IR transmitters can be hidden anywhere in an entertainment space and programmed using an iOS app or a standard DMX controller. Each IR transmitter can be independently programmed to make the receivers (Torches) in the area respond in a particular way. Each Torch can blink, flash, strobe, or hold a constant color that has been preselected for a particular scene (i.e. blue for a frozen space). As guests move through particular scenes, their Torches can also vibrate at different pre-programmed frequencies (force feedback), based upon the action occurring in the show space. The Torch is a unique handheld, outdoor rated, programmable device that can access up to 16 million different color options and is affordable enough to be utilized within limited budget attractions.

The Torch is a device that makes a show experience very personal for each guest. Whether the Torch is used in a haunt attraction, nighttime zoo safari, museum exhibit or other type of guest experience, the Torch reacts to each person’s specific movement through an environment. The Torch is unique in its ability to transform scenes via color shifts,

flashing and strobing. With the addition of programmable vibrations, major climactic moments are further enhanced. The Torch adds yet another programmable element to an Art Director or Producer’s palette of interactive options.

The Gantom Torch is recognized as an exemplary show technology due to the unique and personal show experiences it can create, the device’s versatility, ease of programming and accessibility to most show designers due to its low cost.

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GANTOM TORCH TECHNOLOGY - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

GANTOM LIGHTING & CONTROLSQuan Gan, President & CEOJerry Dong, Chief Technology OfficerCharlie Xu, Chief DesignerLandin Fusman, Marketing DirectorEugene Sou, AdministratorGarrett Higa, Creative LiaisonCourtney Wang, Public Relations InternCharles Chiau, Engineering Project ManagerAdam Dinsmore, Administrative AssistantJosh Carter, Project ManagerChangming Wang, Electrical EngineerYiwei Zhu, Electrical EngineerKedi Liu, Assembly & QCPeili Liu, Assembly & QCPai Zhang, Assembly & QCYing Zhao, Administrator

PARTNERS & CONSULTANTSJoel Carter, Technology PartnerChris Howard, Technology PartnerPaul Fruia, Technology PartnerCurtis Crisler, Technology PartnerMichael Badelt, ConsultantJohn Eslich, Test Facility ProviderNeena Collins, Test Facility ProviderKelly Collins, Test Facility Provider

Pepper Gan, Engineering InternRich Erwin, Test Facility ProviderLisa Passamonte Green, Lighting Design PartnerDavid Green, Lighting Design PartnerSteven Young, Lighting DesignerBryan Yu, Lighting DesignerAlfonso Blinkin, Product TesterLisa Maydwell, Project ManagerChris Barbee, System Integration PartnerJohn Jenkinson, System IntegratorChris Thomas, ComposerNikki Muller, Script WriterKevin Hill, System Integrator & ConsultantChris Stafford, Set Build PartnerDan McCullough, Set Build Project ManagerJon Love, Set Build PartnerWarren Conrad, Set Build PartnerGreg Salyers, Set Build PartnerMike Krausert, Set DesignerTravis Cook, Engineering ConsultantDoug Anderson, Industry PartnerKip Polley, Industry PartnerGeo Gan, ConsultantJudith Rubin, PublicistLora Ivanova, ScareLA Launch Sponsor

AUDIO | VIDEO | SCREENS | LIGHTING | SHOW CONTROL | SFX

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementTechnology Breakthrough

Geppetto Animation Control System

The Geppetto Animation Control System is Super 78’s proprietary “living animated character” technology. Puppetry is one of the oldest live entertainment art forms. Geppetto ACS is a way to keep the art of puppetry alive, bring it to new generations and make it state-of-the art. Geppetto ACS has the capability to incorporate multiple characters and all kinds of different environments. It also handles branching storytelling, 3D imagery, multiple screens and multiple in-theater effects.

The Geppetto Animation Control System is currently in use at the SpongeBob SubPants attraction at Moody Gardens and is controlled by an off-stage operator who wears a microphone headset and operates a simple hand controller for the character’s basic moves and expressions, along with character voicing. Much more involved animation motions and all of the 4D effects are additionally controlled from a large touch screen fully programmable for creating an unlimited variety of story lines, characters, and 4D effects. The entire presentation, while following a specific story flow line, can be interactively modified by a single operator. The response time is near instant and changes can be made as fast as fingers can fly across the control screen.

The Geppetto Animation Control System is a comprehensive 3D character, environment, and 4D effects show control system. The System can be easily programmed to create any animated audience interactive experience while being extremely fast and simple for a single off-stage operator to create completely different shows for every audience. The Geppetto Animation Control System has raised the bar to new heights in the quest to provide show producers with a fully proven and openly available tool to advance guest experiences for any venue, whether Theme Park, Museum, or future environments yet to be developed.

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GEPPETTO ANIMATION CONTROL SYSTEM - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

SUPER 78, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE DESIGNERBrent Young, System Creative DesignerDina Benadon, Executive ProducerJohn Kokum, Senior ProducerKate Crandall, ProducerOz Smith, Technical DirectorSteve Rosolio, Associate ProducerDerek Dolechek, Assistant Art DirectorRobert Coker, Senior Show WriterChristina Henriksen, Development CoordinatorTim Williams, Software DeveloperScott Butler, Lighting ArtistChris Neuhan, Lead AnimatiorJames Brady, Character RiggingCharlie Otte, Live Performance DirectorZach Briggs, Lead Performer

I2I ANIMATION, SYSTEM DESIGN AND UI DESIGNDarren Hughes, Control System Developer

FRAMEBREED, ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTSAndre Brovcenco, VFX Supervisor

Vasile Brovcenco, Modeling & Technical SupervisorEmanuel Cirdu, Modeler & TexturerOctavian Chiriac, AnimatorCalin Ivascu, AnimatorAlexandru Doiciu, AnimatorRazvan Ciochia, AnimatorEduard Baak, AnimatorDoring Croitoru, Renderer & CompositorDemétrio Ruivo, Renderer & Compositor

DIGITALKRAFT, ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTSIvan Pribićević, VFX SupervisorBranko Brković, TD / AnimatorNikola Vulović, Lead AnimatorDavid Dereta, AnimatorOgnjen Stanković, AnimatorMarko Milašinović, FX/Lighting/Compositing ArtistAleksandar Kostić, Lighting ArtistAleksandar Djordević, Compositing Artist

Congratulations to Keith James, John Robinett, the TEA, The Hettema Group, and our Thea Award-Honored Clients & Friends!

We are very privileged to serve this talented community.

www.nolanheimann.comAttorneys / Advisors

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementAttraction

The SpongeBob SubPants Adventure at Moody Gardens combines 3D film, 4D effects, a live performer, and a real-time animated character who interacts with guests - all in an attraction which allows the audience to choose their destination on a delightful undersea journey.

Beginning with a preshow which features touch tanks and educational interactive exhibits, guests soon enter “Le Plunger,” the submarine (4D theater) to experience a simulated descent to Bikini Bottom, where an animated Patrick Starr from the SpongeBob SquarePants series helps them decide where they want to travel.

The different elements combine to evoke the world of SpongeBob SquarePants to quirky and comical effect, all in perfect sync with the characters and sensibility of the franchise. The attraction uses the new Geppetto Animation Control System (also named for a Thea Award - see page 34) to achieve the seamless integration of the real time animated character in the show.

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SPONGEBOB SUBPANTS - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

MOODY GARDENS John Zendt, President CEO Robert Callies, General ManagerPatricia Garmon, Project CoordinatorGreg Whittaker, Animal Husbandry ManagerRoy Drinnen, Assistant Curator of FishJerri Hamachek, Marketing Manager

NICKELODEON EXPERIENCE DESIGN John Paul Geurts, SVP - CreativeZane Jensch, Creative Director & Show WriterJenn Mandelion Chrisman, Production Director Patrick Kling, Production CoordinatorRon Hines, Senior Studio DirectorRex Moon, Art DirectorKirsten Kischuk, Design CoordinatorTheo Reyes, Graphic DesignerIgnacio Alfonzo, Graphic DesignerRed Hughes, Graphic DesignerOona Stern, Art DirectorTy Mattson, Graphic DesignerKirsten Cobb, Entertainment DirectorChris Lam, Entertainment CoordinatorJulie Elling, Department Assistant

NICKELODEON RECREATION Marc Epstein, SVP - New Business Development Gerald Raines, SVP - Business Development Erica Nuñez, Account Director Becca Sung, Manager, Merchandise

NICKELODEON ANIMATION Stephen Hillenburg, Executive ProducerClaudia Spinelli, Executive in Charge for NickelodeonVincent Waller, Creative DirectorJennie Monica, ProducerRandy Saba, Line ProducerDerek Iversen, Main Show Writer Peter Bennett, Background PainterOlga Gerdzhikova, Background DesignerTom Kenny, Voice of SpongeBob SquarePants, Narrator, JellyfishBill Fagerbakke, Voice of Patrick StarRodger Bumpass, Voice of Squidward, Anglerfish, Bubble BuddiesCarolyn Lawrence, Voice of Sandy Cheeks, Bubble BuddiesMr. Lawrence, Voice of Plankton, Old Man Fish, Bubble BuddiesNicolas Carr, Consulting Music EditorSteve Belfer, Music ComposerSage Guyton, Music ComposerJeremy Wakefield, Music ComposerEric Spencer, Music ComposerSean Gantka, Technology ConsultantDale Malinowski, Production Coordinator

SUPER 78 ATTRACTION DESIGN AND PRODUCTION Brent Young, Designer and Creative DirectorDina Benadon, Executive ProducerJohn Kokum, Senior ProducerKate Crandall, ProducerOz Smith, Technical Director

Steve Rosolio, Associate ProducerDerek Dolechek, Assistant Art DirectorRobert Coker, Senior Show WriterChristina Henriksen, Development CoordinatorTim Williams, Software DeveloperDarren Hughes, Control System DeveloperScott Butler, Lighting ArtistChris Neuhan, Lead AnimatiorJames Brady, Character RiggingCharlie Otte, Live Performance DirectorZach Briggs, Lead PerformerBrian Higgins, Concept ArtistDarren Bacon, Concept ArtistAndre Brovcenco, VFX SupervisorVasile Brovcenco, Modeling & Technical SupervisorEmanuel Cirdu, Modeler & TexturerOctavian Chiriac, AnimatorCalin Ivascu, AnimatorAlexandru Doiciu, AnimatorRazvan Ciochia, AnimatorEduard Baak, AnimatorDoring Croitoru, Renderer & CompositorDemétrio Ruivo, Renderer & CompositorIvan Pribićević, VFX SupervisorBranko Brković, TD / AnimatorNikola Vulović, Lead AnimatorDavid Dereta, AnimatorOgnjen Stanković, AnimatorMarko Milašinović, FX/Lighting/Compositing ArtistAleksandar Kostić, Lighting ArtistAleksandar Djordević, Compositing ArtistNick Carr, MusicDevon Bowman, SFXChip Israel, Lighting Designer Kristin Pickar-Knussmann, Lighting Designer Kelly Smith, Lighting Designer Mark Matzkanin, Lighting ProgrammerJeremy Windle, Lighting Programmer

SIMEX – IWERKS THEATRE DESIGN, AV, CONTROLS & EFFECTS HARDWARE & INTEGRATION Mark Cornell, SVP - Attractions DevelopmentBrian Ferguson, SVP - Technology & OperationsMike Frueh, SVP - Licensing & DistributionSal Agosta, VP - Architecture & DesignKevin Dennis, VP - Contracts & AdministrationClark Dodsworth, Technology ConsultantRobert Daly, Project ManagerBob Callaghan, Director of ProductionAlex Gil, Director, Mechanical EngineeringGabi Hoffknecht, Director, Systems EngineeringLen Hoogstad, Director, Technical Support ServicesKyle McKeown, Installation Project ManagerCheryl Geddes, Facility Design ManagerAlex Leung, Production ManagerSimon Hamblin, Audio Visual DesignerBarbara Vaz, Procurement ManagerLaura Young, Project EngineerDon Dormady, Installation SupervisorSylvain Boucher, Software DevelopmentDon Brunell, Senior Service Technician

Tom Pittman, Senior Service TechnicianShashank Save, Controls & AV Production SupervisorJoseph Solleza, System TechnicianDragan Stanojevic, Mechanical EngineerAndrea Ward, Senior Project Coordinator

WORK™ Mark Martof, Creative DirectorClyde Twine, Director of OperationsLusia Melendez, Project Designer

GILBANE BUILDING COMPANYMichael Matula, Senior Project ExecutiveAngela Cotie, Senior Project ManagerDavid Maniha, Asst. Project ManagerFenetre Crenshaw, General Superintendent William Bernau, Superintendent

THE NASSAL COMPANY Jason Baron, Project ManagerJeff Denis, EstimatorFred Kingery, Fabrication Project ManagerMarc Kish, Project DirectorJulian Linford, Design EngineerMelissa Ruminot, Business Development Samantha Lawson, Project CoordinatorStephen Ryerson, Superintendent

AMERICAN MARBLE MOSAIC CO.David Gassert, Project Manager

BAKER CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC.Randy Smaltz, Project ManagerDerek Veach, Foreman

BURY CHPA Pat Grant, Vice President

David MacLean, Houston Operations ManagerTonya Carvajal, Project Coordinator

GARMON FLOORING Mike Garmon, President

JL HARDWARE Jerry Brake, PresidentBobby Jolly

KENMOR ELECTRIC COMPANY Robert Lawrence, Project ManagerSoloman Watson, Superintendent

MAREK BROTHERS SYSTEMS George Kissamis, Project ManagerRL Isaacks, ForemanBlake Vacek, Project ManagerPaul Nevlud, Superintendent

MILAM AND COMPANY PAINTINGAndrew Johnson Barret Remedios, Project Manager

MITCHELL CHUOKE PLUMBINGTerry Gratzfeld, Project ManagerCharles McClellen, Superintendent

WALTER P. MOORE Joe Baldridge, PrincipleDennis Wittry, Structural EngineerLeslie Hembry, Structural Engineer

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementMuseum Exhibit

From the famous Kate Moss “hologram” to the presentational wow of the “Cabinet of Curiosities,” Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, where Alexander McQueen (1969-2010) was born, is an astonishing display of one man’s work – as if touring through the controversial fashion designer’s own mind. The exhibition ran March-August 2015. Featuring dozens of McQueen’s groundbreaking fashion works in a custom-built, custom-themed environment, it drew attendance of nearly half a million over its 21-week run.

McQueen’s innovative and often bizarre fashion was imaginatively presented in ways that illuminated and framed the clothing on display. The V&A team constructed rooms within rooms to protect the Museum’s historical architecture. Each gallery became a frame for the art as well as an environment that immersed visitors into the style, look and feel of the fashion. Clever use of mirrors, reflective surfaces, angled walls and half-mirrored glass allowed visitors to explore in depth. Exemplary

lighting and sound design added unique atmosphere, and integrated media contributed to the storytelling.

The culmination - the “Cabinet of Curiosities,” lined with boxes filled with hats, shoes, mannequins, media, turntables and more - was breathtaking in presentation and in the immense collection that delightfully overwhelmed the senses. Although the subject matter was haute couture, the provocative designs and craftsmanship were engrossing for all.

Savage Beauty at the V&A was the first retrospective of McQueen’s work in Europe and the largest McQueen showcase to date. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York ran a separately curated McQueen exhibition of the same name in 2011. The subsequent V&A exhibition saw some areas re-focused, a new section looking at McQueen’s early career in London added with loans of rare early pieces, and an overall redesign of the exhibition.

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ALEXANDER MCQUEEN: SAVAGE BEAUTY - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

Claire Wilcox, Senior Curator, V&AAndrew Bolton, Consulting Curator, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkSam Gainsbury, Exhibition Creative Director, Gainsbury & WhitingJoseph Bennett, Production Designer Anna Whiting, Exhibition Producer, Gainsbury & WhitingAlex Granville, Exhibition Design Coordinator, Gainsbury & WhitingJohn Gosling, Music Director Guido Head, Treatment and Mask Designer Daniel Landin, BSC, Lighting Designer Michael Nash Associates, Graphic Design Simon Kenny , Scenic Contractor, Souvenir Scenic StudiosBenchworks, Exhibition ContractorKaty England, Consultant, London Gallery Kate Bethune, Senior Exhibition Research Assistant, V&ALouise Rytter, Exhibition Research Assistant, V&ADavid Jode, Draughtsman Dick Straker, Projection Consultant Sysco, AV Services DHA Design Services, Lighting Services Fraser Randall, Project and Cost Management Sonnet Stanfill, Curator, V&AStephanie Cripps, Head of South Kensington exhibitions, V&A

Rachel Murphy, Senior Exhibitions Manager, V&AAmy Higgitt, Exhibitions Manager, V&ARhian Alexander, Exhibitions Assistant, V&ASadie Hough, Exhibitions Assistant, V&ALara Flecker, Senior Costume Mounting Specialist, V&AFrances Hartog, Senior Textile Conservator, V&AAnnabel Judd, Head of Design, V&ASophie Hargroves, Co-Head of Corporate Partnerships, V&AStuart South, Senior Development Manager, V&ALizzy Bullock, Digital Media, V&AKati Price, Head of Digital, V&ACamilla Graham, Head of Museum Events, V&AOlivia Robinson, Events Manager, V&ABethan Garland, Events Manager, V&AMark Blackaller, Estates, V&ARichard Boston, Estates, V&AJenny Allchorn, Finance, V&APeter Timms, Health and Safety, V&AMartin Bastone, Health and Safety, V&AVicky Haverson, Image Licensing, V&ALiz Edmunds, Image Licensing, V&ALeanne Manfredi, Learning, V&AJane Rosier, Head of Marketing, V&ASarah Armond, Senior Marketing Manager, V&AAmaya Wang, Marketing Assistant, V&AOlivia Colling, Head of Press, V&AZoe Franklin, Deputy Head of Press, V&A

Lily Booth, Assistant Press Officer, V&AAnjali Bulley, Publications, V&AMatt Thomas, Retail, V&AVictor Batalha, Security and Visitor Services, V&AStephen Warrington, Technical Services, V&APhil Sofer, Technical Services, V&A

SENIOR MANAGEMENTMartin Roth, Director, V&ATim Reeve , Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer, V&AHeather Francis, Director of Finance, V&AAlex Stitt, Director of Commercial, V&AJane Lawson, Director of Development, V&A

Beth McKillop, Deputy Director and Director of Collections, V&AEmmajane Avery, Director of Learning and Visitor Experience, V&ADaniel Feeney, Head of Visitor Experience, V&A

With special thanks to Sarah Burton and the McQueen family.

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementAttraction, Limited Budget

Les Amoureux de Verdun, Puy du Fou

Puy du Fou, France’s beloved historical theme park, has taken a daring subject and turned it into a beautiful study in love and sorrow. Focusing their unique artistic vision for the first time on events of the twentieth century, Les Amoureux de Verdun takes visitors into the terrifying battlefields of winter 1916. We follow the love letters between a soldier and his fiancée, as they endure the pains of war; and we witness the miraculous Christmas Truce between the French and German soldiers.

It’s not a ride… it’s not a stage show… it’s not a haunted maze, but incorporates elements of each. Visitors are surrounded by the sights and sounds of the snowy trenches of Verdun, snaking through trenches and foxholes, as cannon fire shakes the earth. Theatrical sets and lighting, live actors, animated props and projected media integrate perfectly to capture the atmosphere and draw us into the story.

Puy du Fou’s creative team achieved a rare blend of historical accuracy and theatrical intensity. The team compiled over 7500 authentic world WWI artifacts, which serve as scenic dressing and props in the attraction. Fifteen live actors blend seamlessly with 80 animatronics

and static figures to populate the story, while multiple projection screens enlarge the canvas.

This is the second Thea Award for Puy du Fou - the entire park was honored in 2012 with the Thea Classic Award.

LES AMOUREUX DE VERDUN - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

Nicolas de Villiers, President - Artisic DirectorLaurent Albert, General Manager - Production ManagerDamien Botton, Technical ManagerChristophe Rabiller, ArchitectThierry Retif, Decorator & Set DesignerLaurent Tard, Assistant Artistic DirectorJocelyn Bouchet, Assistant Technical ManagerOlivier Girard, Project ManagerMarlène Coutand, Performers’ Manager Samuel Briand, Sound EngineerJérôme Fonteneauf, Lighting Engineer

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ATLANTA, GA, USA

Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementCorporate Visitor Center Rehab, Limited Budget

The World of Coca-Cola is a top corporate visitor attraction in the US, regularly receiving annual attendance of more than one million. The attraction, located in Atlanta, has a series of experiences and exhibitions on the history of the company and the beverage, a tasting area, and a large retail shop. Beginning this entire experience is the preshow that includes the Coca-Cola Theater. “Moments of Happiness” is the new show created to refresh the theater and deliver a contemporary brand message.

Staged in the Coca-Cola Theater, it is a six-minute film celebrating special moments in a variety of people’s lives. The film highlights inspiring and heart-warming experiences for people of all ages and many cultures. The sales pitch for Coke is very subtle, but the emotional impact is not. At the conclusion of the film, the screen rolls up to reveal the entrance to the World of Coca-Cola.

“Moments of Happiness” provides a new preshow experience in an outstanding and memorable way. The movie’s uplifting scenes, like a surprise visit home by a US soldier, a young boy’s first hesitant approach to a girl, and a spring break impossible basketball shot by a group of college friends, combined with upbeat music, strike a deep and powerful emotional chord in guests. There are very few dry eyes in the house, and the film combines the joy of poignant events in life with a quiet reference to the pleasures of drinking Coke. Visitors leave the theater feeling great about life. Visitor satisfaction surveys have skyrocketed and the overall attraction has a new buzz.

“Moments of Happiness” at theWorld of Coca-Cola

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WORLD OF COCA-COLA

General Manager, Russell JacobsCreative Director, Craig LovinSpecial Projects Manager, Phil WalkerDirector of Marketing, Karen BrunkeDirector of Operations, Chris WallaceExecutive Administrative Assistant, Amy GoffCreative Content Manager, Erin LothnerExecutive Administrative Assistant, Bonnie Downs

Created and Produced by BRC Imagination Arts

Executive Producers: Carmel Lewis, Christian LachelCreative Director, Christian LachelProducer / Co-Director, Philipp EdelmannEditor / Co-Director, Chris Pavlica

Music Director and Producer, David KneupperSong “On Top of the World”, Imagine DragonsDirector of Photography, Buddy SquiresFirst Assistant Camera, Jared AmesAssociate Producer, Tiba EdelmannProduction Manager, Stephen StrosinProduction Coordinator, Steven FarnsworthAssistant Production Coordinator, Chloe CeramiSecond Editor, Zach BaumgartnerAssistant Editor, Nicholas WeidnerOffice Production Assistant, Megan Sullivan

Music License Supervisor, Samantha Pavin (Music Dealers)Reality Casting Director, Suzie Gurich (Casting Empire)Casting Director, Heather Lynn (Prime Casting)Color Correction, Light IronColorist, Corinne BogdanowiczVFX, EUX MediaWalk In Animation, Brian ConlonClosing Animation, KromaADR, Igloo Music

Concept Development, Rich ProcterTransmedia Art Director, Sara MooreGraphic Designers: Bernard Semerdjian, Kevin McBee3D Modeler, Mikey Reyes

Chief Financial Officer, Tom McDonald

Business Affairs, Christopher DeAndeConcept Development Manager, Cara PicoCoordinator, Alexandra MaxwellProject Accountants: Jasmin Hernandez, Annette Masihi, Socheat Taing, Ezra PerezFounder and Chief Creative Officer, Bob Rogers

THE PROPOSAL (NEW MEXICO)CrewProduction Consultant, Brent MorrisGrip / Gaffer Swing, Sean McClellanHair / Makeup / Wardrobe, Kelly MillerSound Mixer, Edwardo SantiagoProduction Assistant, Sheri BarlowProduction Assistant, Reinhard LorenzProduction Assistant, Nelly Pickar

CastBoyfriend, Julian GarciaGirlfriend, Katelyn BowyerBalloon Operator, William Woodhead

70TH BIRTHDAY (LOS ANGELES)CrewProduction Consultant, John GlasserFirst Assistant Director, Jeff RobinsonFirst Assistant Camera, Shaun DixonGaffer, Team BashetGrip / Gaffer Swing, Shane ReillyArt Director, Chris RobertsProp Master, Randy KizerSet Decorator, Ashley LeungWardrobe, Marina RayAssistant Wardrobe, Claire Marie AtieeHair / Makeup, Annette ChaissonAssistant Hair / Makeup, Cheyanne WebsterSound Mixer, Paul GonzalesLocation Services, Nancy RigoliStudio Teacher, Tasche SimonsCraft Service, Oscar EufracioProduction Assistant, Eric BrowningProduction Assistant, Logan PetreeProduction Assistant, Ian AllowayProduction Supplies & Vehicles, SirReel Studio RentalsSecurity, Overall & Associates

CastGrandmother, Jennifer MonroeMother, Lateefah DevotFather, Jawara SmithGranddaughter, Kennedy PerkinsYoung Grandmother (Vintage Photo) , Melissa Johnson

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS (INDIA)Finger Print FilmsExecutive Producer, Madhukar Kotian

Director, Maheep DhillonDirector of Photography, Sudheer PalsaneCreative Producer, Shiraz MukherjeeLine Producer, Rajesh Pakhare

Crew (Delhi)Line Producer, Girish ThakurProduction Manager, Shyam SwamyMakeup, Geeta

CastGrandfather, Mr. S.K. BatraGrandmother, Mrs. Flora BoseHusband, Puneet BhatnagerWife, Pooja BhatnagarKid Brother, Prerit BhatnagarKid Sister, Suhani BhatnagarAunty, Sonakshi Batra

SKYDIVING (FIJI)Skydive FijiOwner, Tim Joyce

CastMary, Mary ShriverYuki, Yuki SagaraLori, Lori Denison

First Kiss (Austria)

BDA Creative MunichExecutive Producer, Philipp WundtExecutive Producer, Philipp Schall

CrewLine Producer, Frank SiegmundProduction Manager, Manual HummerProduction Coordinator, Mona LehneFirst Assistant Director, Ole ZapatkaGaffer, Ralf NowakElectrician, Kathi ZieglerKey Grip, Claus MayanProduction Designer, Kai DahlProps, Petra BährStyling, Lisi Proske AmsüssWardrobe, Katja WittrinMake Up, Laura BertoldiKids Care, Johanna SteffanExtra Coordinator, Daniel StockleyDriver / Runner, Claus GutknechtDriver / Runner, Kristin FrauenhofferDriver / Runner, Florian Leonhardt

CastMarie, Marie-Madeleine ZenkerManuel, Manuel G. RiebelPaul, Paul HahnSimon, Simon SchröterNadine, Nadine ThomaeLeoni, Leoni LankesJakob, Jakob Wahl

PREGNANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (PHILADELPHIA)CastHusband, Ben BeitzelWife, Samantha BeitzelGrandfather, David RittaseGrandmother, Kathleen Rittase

TRAVEL ADVENTURE (CHILE)CrewConsultant, Swoop Patagonia/Luke ErringtonTravel Guide, Dittmar Adventure/ Laura McAfoos & David Dittmar

CastCaitlin, Caitlin KazepisErica, Erica HillAdam, Adam SloanPatricia, Patricia MillerAndrew, Andrew Maiorano

SOLDIER HOMECOMING (CHICAGO)CrewAdditional Camera Operator, Jason PavlicaAdditional Camera Operator, Zach BaumgartnerAdditional Camera Operator, Stephen StrosinSound Mixer, Eric Anthony

CastSoldier, Hunter TaylorChristian, Christian TaylorJacob, Jacob TaylorJeremy, Jeremy TaylorJona, Jona TaylorJosh, Josh TaylorJames, James Johnson

UNREAL MOMENT (AUSTRALIA)CrewProduction Company, How Ridiculous

CastBrett, Brett StanfordDerek, Derek HerronJordan, Jordan VandepeerJuliska, Juliska ArnoldScott, Scott GaunsonNicolas, Nicolas HynesDavid, David MacPherson

MOMENTS OF HAPPINESS, WORLD OF COCA-COLA - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

Themed Entertainment Association Foundationa 501c3 Charitable Foundation

Congratulates all of the Thea RecipientsThe mission of the Foundation is to provide and promote educational opportunities for individuals

pursuing careers in the themed, leisure and entertainment design and production industries.www.tea-foundation.org

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Congratulations to...

San Diego Zoo on 100 amazing years.

Keith James for all his support of the TEA and the industry.

John Robinett for his years of service to the Association.

And all the 2016 Thea Award recipients.

From your friends at Thinkwell.

WUYISHAN, CHINA

Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementEvent Spectacular

Fountain of Dreams

Wuyishan is one of China’s scenic, world-heritage regions and “Fountain of Dreams” is the story of the town’s fabled waters, unfolding through 12 compelling scenes. At its core are the simple beauty and power of Nature: the generous waters that sculpted the region’s emblematic mountains and the nine twists and turns of its famous river. These are evoked in the show as live performers work multiple levels of the stage as the story unfolds through water curtains, fire, 3D video mapping, LED, lasers, cascading waters, musical score and ghostly characters from China’s traditional past. Every aspect of the show – from theatrical décor to seating – is designed as if on one unified stage. The waterfall depicts the neighboring mountains with the terraces reminiscent of the still active tea-growing terraces in the region in a truly unique theater design. The sweeping roof has a contemporary cantilever design so that it appears to float, allowing a full field of vision of all the effects for the entire audience without any columns at the front. Many effects happen throughout the audience seating area. 3D mapping uses the entire canvas to achieve seamless imagery. The facility also houses what is said to be the world’s biggest outdoor water screen – 30 meters high.

“Fountain of Dreams” has been described as where technology innovation meets ancient storytelling. This is true and more: this unique nighttime spectacular breaks the barrier between audience and performance, immersing the audience into the world and experience of the story with an extremely well-crafted execution of both existing and innovative technology in a custom built show facility.

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FOUNTAIN OF DREAMS - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

SHOW CREATION, DESIGN AND PRODUCTION BY ECA2

OWNER: WUYISHAN TOURISM CULTURE INVESTMENT GROUP

Bigang Ma, Party secretary of WuyishanChunhui Xu, Mayor of WuyishanPing Guo, CEO of Wuyishan Clear Water Festival Touristic & Cultural Co., LtdBaiyi Zhong, General Manager of Wuyishan Clear Water Festival Touristic & Cultural Co., LtdShan Bai, Chief Engineer of Wuyishan Clear Water Festival Touristic & Cultural Co., LtdJean-Christophe Canizares, ECA2 CEO & Producer Thierry Nutchey, Show Design & DirectionJulie Cugurno, Project Administration Director Gael Picquet, Technical Production DirectorEmmanuelle Charotte, Head of International DevelopmentJulie Moreau, Chief Architect & Stage DesignPhilippe Villar, Music and sound designPascal Lengagne, Music and sound designClaude Lifante, Laser Graphics & AnimationJames Thomson, Fountains & Special Effects Design & AnimationFrédéric Fayard, Light designYannick Violin, Image DesignPierre-Emmanuel Gelis, Pyrotechnic DesignerMing Xu, Costumes DesignNa Li, ChoreographyChi Chen, Choreography

Xiong Wang, ChoreographyFlo Shi, Artistic CoordinatorFabiola Gonzales, Artistic CoordinatorGaëlle Jie Sun, Artistic AdvisorChristian Bourigault, Artistic AdvisorZirong Tong, VoicesFeifei Di, VoicesDian Tao, VoicesQianjing Zhao, VoicesXianglong Meng, VoicesFeng Liu, VoicesZheng Zhang, VoicesHui Xu, VoicesYuzhu Cheng, VoicesFang Yi Lin, CastKong Han, CastXiao Mei Duan, CastZha Xi Liu, CastWen Ji, CastDominique Fages, GraphicsFabien Jacques, GraphicsEmmanuel Charles, GraphicsRaphael Ollé-Cervera, StoryboardZheng Xu, CostumesLaurent Bretonniére, Video Images and AnimationGilbert Louet, Video Images and AnimationNicolas Castera, Video Images and AnimationJean Calvalcante, Video Images and AnimationAlexandre Marchand, Video Images and AnimationOlivier Corbex, Video Images and AnimationJessie Hundelby, Traduction

Thierry Nutchey, Artistic ProductionClément Rabreaud, Technical Operation DirectorDavid Birchall, Show ControlJason Fischer, Show ControlArnaud Guérin, Show ControlKen Lo, Technical ManagerJames Thomson, Technical ManagerLawrence Ryan, Technical ManagerChengcheng Chi, ArchitectFrançois Thorel, ArchitectPatricia Vallet, LogisticsStéphane Thiodat, LogisticsAmanda Lavenant, LogisticsAnne-Claire Simar, LogisticsJeffrey Tay, Project Administration AssistantAnna Kasri, Project Administration AssistantLuella Lin, Project Administration AssistantJohan Chabal, Light OperatorsNicolas Galloux, Light OperatorsVladislav Tolic, Video OperatorYoan Corchia, Sound System DesignFabien Langard, Sound System DesignJacky Boileau, Power ManagerMichel Amann, Fountain System DesignMickael Boussichas, FountainsEric Boussichas, FountainsAurélien Bouvier, FountainsYuichiro Ide, Flame SystemJulien Causeret, Public RelationsJulien Panié, Director of Photography

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NEW YORK, NY, USA

Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementAttraction

One World Observatory

One World Observatory, operated by Legends and built on the site of the former World Trade Center, is a collection of experiences that celebrate the dynamics of Manhattan, its surroundings, and the resilient vitality of New York City.

The attraction begins at ground level, where a series of preshow queues focus first on the people who constructed the new building, seen in the multi-screen “Voices.” This is followed by an informative themed re-creation of the bedrock beneath the structure in an area called “Foundations.”

Visitors then ascend to the top in a 47-second elevator ride that includes an ascending panorama of Manhattan, covering more than 500 years of geographic and architectural change during the trip to the 102nd floor, where a row of kaleidoscopic screens and theatrics prepare visitors to “see forever.”

This is followed by a dramatic reveal of the city itself through expansive glass walls, and unique exhibits and interactive attractions such as “City Pulse” and “Sky Portal.” The return elevator trip to the ground floor uses the on-board screens in a very different manner, virtually transporting riders out of the elevator shaft for a helicopter-like flight around neighboring structures.

One World Observatory had to find a comfort zone within a location inevitably tied to devastating recent history. The creators have succeeded in bringing this experience to life by contrasting the solemn nature of the memorial (the adjacent 911 Memorial & Museum) with a celebration of the rebirth of physical space. The design uses familiar and state-of-the-art tools to weave together what are usually the “blank spaces” of rooftop vistas (queuing, elevators, gift shops and viewing decks). The result is something arrestingly unique and unexpected and overcoming the challenges presented by an emotionally charged location.

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One World Observatory

ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

EXECUTIVE PRODUCTION TEAM - LEGENDS ATTRACTIONS Dave Checketts, Chairman and CEODave Kerschner, President, AttractionsFran Coiro, Vice President, Project ManagementJohn Urban, Vice President and General ManagerJonathan Muscalo, Vice President, FacilitiesBob Zorn, Director, Guest ExperienceMeka White, Director, SalesFaisal Mirza, Manager, Guest ExperienceDerek Reyes, Manager, Group and Tourism SalesLory Comeau, Manager, Special EventsStacey Lender, MarketingAbby Endres, MarketingPaaru Pandit, IT Solutions Delivery ManagerJohn Bock, Sales and Project Associate

DESIGN AND PRODUCTION TEAM - THE HETTEMA GROUP Phil Hettema, Producer/Creative DirectorAnthony Pruett, Executive Project DirectorDebbie Saale, General ManagementJodi Roberdes, Director of Architecture/Interior DesignDave Clare, Project DirectorJared Cryder, Production Manager

Stephanie Jones, Production CoordinatorDerby Ahlstone, Technical DirectorJeff Thom, Installation SupervisorEric Hungerford, Director of Media ProductionTom Vannucci, Show ProducerJeff Cook, CAD DesignerJuan Acuna, CAD DesignerSusan Spence, Writer

PROJECT RESEARCH - THE HETTEMA GROUP Corinne Cunningham, Project ResearchLibby Kreutz, Sky Pod Historical Research

INTERACTIVE DESIGN Stimulant, Global Welcome Center Interactive DesignDarren David, CEONathan Moody, Co-Founder, Design DirectorJosh Santangelo, Co-Founder, Technical DirectorJoel Pryde, Technical LeadStephan Winokur, Content Developer

Local Projects, City Pulse Interactive DesignJake Barton, Principal Keeli Shaw, Interactive Project Director

Marijana Wotton, Production Manager/ProducerDavid Carofano, StrategistVidya Santosh, Graphic DesignerSuzanna Marsh, Content DeveloperLucas Vickers, DeveloperAndrea Ngan, UX DesignerFrances Grogan, DirectorMatthew Felson, ProgrammerEthan Holda, ProgrammerGal Sasson, ProgrammerSundar Ramen, Content DeveloperErika Tarte, Content DeveloperFrancisco Zamorano, Content DeveloperAngela Chen, Content Developer

MEDIA PRODUCTION Blur Studio, Sky Pod Media ProductionYas Takata, DirectorLaura Pepper, ProducerDavid Stinnett, CG SupervisorBrandon Riza, Plate Photography

Mousetrappe, Voices Media ProductionDarren Ulmer, PrincipalDavid Briggs, Creative DirectorStormie Dorrell, Production SupervisorSamuel Connor, VFX SupervisorVaughn Hannon, Technical DirectorStephanie Wince, Art DirectorRealisations, See Forever

Theater Media ProductionRoger Parent, PresidentClement Hamel, Technical DirectorLouis-Pierre Morin, Technical Advisor/ProgrammerAndré Lantin, Media ProducerJoel Proulx-Bouffard, Multimedia DirectorPhilippe Provencher, Graphic DesignerLoic Surprenant, Director EditorFrancois David, Video Projection Specialist

Associates in Media Engineering, Inc., Technical Integration ConsultantBenjamin Lein, Media Technical Director Pablo Molina, See Forever Theater Projection Mapping and Automation

Yessian Music, Composition and Sound DesignBrian Yessian, Composer

CREATIVE DESIGN CREDITS Lawrence Nelson, Concept Art, Illustration and Flythrough (N-Vision Studio)Gus Stone, Designer, Pre-Viz Animator

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How to Submit a Thea Award Nomination

Do you know of a wonderful Attraction, Theme Park, Museum, FEC, Zoo, Science Center, Resort, or Technical Breakthrough etc. that has recently opened? If so, nominate it for a Thea Award next year beginning April 1st. Judging takes place from August to October and recipients are announced the second week of November at the annual IAAPA Trade Show in Orlando, Florida.

TEA’s Thea Committee is always looking for compelling places and experiences to award with the prestigious Thea Award. You don’t need to have worked on the project to nominate it and you CAN nominate your own project. Here’s how:

Phase 1: Go to the TEA website at teaconnect.org. Click “Thea Awards” on the far right top line. Then click “Nominate a Project.” Once there, click on the “Online Application.” You will be directed to a website which houses the nomination ballot.

To nominate a project, you will need to provide the following information on the nomination form:

Name of Project Location Project Description Opening Date Name of Developer/Owner A 600-word Summary of the Nomination Category Additional information may be required for specialized

categories such as limited budget or technical achievement Phase 2: An email response to your Phase 1 Nomination will include a link to use in submitting photos and materials, including a 3-5 minute video of the project from the guest’s point-of-view, i.e. queue line and inside the project from beginning to end. This is the most important submission for the Thea Committee’s review. Good luck. We hope you will consider nominating a terrific project for next year’s judging cycle! For more information, visit www.teaconnect.org, email info@teaconnect.org, call +1-818-843-8497, or write to Themed Entertainment Association, 150 E. Olive Ave., Suite 306, Burbank, CA 91502 USA

exp, Lighting DesignAram Ebben, Principal/Director of Lighting DesignMichael Schrupp, Lighting Designer

Hunt Design, Signage ConceptsJennifer Bressler, PrincipalRobin Anderson, Designer

TECHNICAL CREDITS Adirondack Studios, Scenic ConstructionDavid Lloyd, PresidentMichael Blau, Vice President, Business DevelopmentLouis Allen, Vice President, CreativeKen Crosby, Vice President, ProductionCarl Zutz, Sales ManagerRichard Mahaney, Director of ProductionMatt Jackson, Technical DirectorStephen Detmer, Project ManagerDean Schermerhorn, Project Manager

Dixon Studios, Scenic Rock WorkKay Nichols, PresidentGary Dixon, Vice PresidentFred Major, Estimating ManagerDiane Minks, Artist

Electrosonic, Audio-Video System Design and InstallationChris Conte, Vice President, New Business DevelopmentBryan Abelowitz, Executive Sales ManagerDaniel Laspa, Project ManagerGuy Fronte, Project ManagerJackson Benedict, Project ManagerDaniel Dore, Installation Supervisor

Andrew Johnson, Commissioning EngineerJim Funke, Commissioning EngineerJohn Notarnicola, Commissioning Engineer

L.A. Propoint Inc., Staging Effects and EngineeringMark Riddlesperger, PresidentJim Hartman, Vice PresidentAndy Hanlen, Project ManagerArnold Lesin, Installation ManagerEric Gill, Mechanical DesignerRichard Adams, Electrical Designer

ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas, Sky Pod System Design and InstallationJoseph Braman, Regional Vice PresidentMatthew Chorney, Project Manager

National Cab Co., Inc., Sky Pod FabricationJeff Friedman, OwnerRafael Croissiert, Vice PresidentTim Herrmann, Vice President, Operations

MRD Lighting System Design and InstallationMichael Riotto, CEONevi Ozturk, Lighting Designer

Design Communications Ltd., Signage FabricationLauren Vallier, Project ExecutivePeter Haas, Senior Project ManagerChris Carless, Project Manager

Cerami & Associates, Acoustical Design ConsultantsVictoria Cerami, CEO

Albert Maniscalco, Partner, Project ManagerThomas Kaytt, Associate Principal

FACILITY CONSTRUCTION JRM Construction Management, General ContractorDavid McWilliams, PresidentDan Robertson, Senior Project ManagerDavid Kang, Project ManagerTommy Miriello, Construction SuperintendentLouis Cangiano, Construction Project ManagerGerard Ottaiano, Construction Project ManagerFrank D’Ambrosio, Project Coordinator

Montroy Anderson DeMarco, Architect of RecordDaniel Montroy, PrincipalDaniel Terebelo, ArchitectAjay Waghmare, Architect

Arthur Metzler and Associates, MEP and Data EngineeringArthur Metzler, Consulting Engineer PCBryan Cotton, Associate PrincipalPaul Longhurst, Sr. Project EngineerWilliam Van Dean, Senior Associate

WSP Structural Engineers Yoram Eilon, Vice PresidentFrank Mannino, Engineer - Building Structures

realms architectural, Accessibility Compliance Consultant

Steven Kirk Mason, ADA Compliance Consultant

e4, LEED ConsultantPamela Lippe, President and PrincipalJulia Ragragio Ruiz, Project Manager, AssociateMercedes Oviedo, Project Manager, Associate

Projects Design Associates, Restaurant DesignMartin Vahtra, Owner

Penguin - an EMCORE Company, Facilities EngineeringFrank Gibbons, Chief Operating OfficerGary O’Connor, Chief Engineer

DVS, Security DesignBrian Coulombe, Principal

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, LandlordSteven Plate, Chief of Major Capital ProjectsBeth Wolfowitz, Director, Leasing and Development The Durst Organization, Landlord and OperatorDouglas Durst, ChairmanRobert Becker, Vice President of One World Trade CenterThomas Duffe, Senior Vice President of ConstructionJohn Whitty, Project Manager

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“ Building on Experience, Building with Integrity ”Preconstruction | Construction Management | General Contracting | Construction Services | Design Build | Green Building

www.jrmcm.com | 242 West 36th Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10018 | 212.545.0500

Congratulations to One World Observatory on receiving a Thea Award in the Outstanding Achievement - Attractions category!

JRM Construction Management is proud to have been the General Contractor of thismonumental and noteworthy project.

History of the Thea Awards“The establishment of the TEA Thea Awards as the preeminent award program recognizing excellence in Themed Entertainment projects was seminal to the recognition of Themed Entertainment as a professional industry. The Theas shine a bright light on the industry and its leaders, fabricators and creative geniuses who make Themed Entertainment magic. As the industry continues to expand into broader experience-oriented markets, the Theas have likewise grown. Today, the Thea Awards are increasingly recognized for their relevance and significance, far beyond anything the original Thea committee members had hoped for.”

-- Themed Entertainment Association founder Monty Lunde, Technifex

The Thea Awards began in 1994 with a single Lifetime Achievement Award, and the first honoree was Harrison “Buzz” Price, a pioneer in economic feasibility for entertainment projects. Monty Lunde, Bob Rogers, Pat Scanlon and Barry Howard were on the first Thea Awards organizational and judging committee, which needed only a single meeting to unanimously agree that Buzz was the right person to receive the very first Thea.

The Thea Awards were named in reference to three words:

•”Thea” - the Greek goddess from whom all light emanates•“Theater” – derived from the goddess Thea•“TEA” – the acronym referring to our Association

The original Thea trophies were designed by Barry Howard and Jeremy Railton. The current Thea trophy debuted in 2001 and was designed by Zofia Kostryko.

The first year’s ceremony, held at the Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles, was produced by Ron Miziker, and coordinated by Jana Love, with TEA founder Monty Lunde serving as master of ceremonies. The 1995 Thea Awards also took place at the Biltmore, again with a single honoree: Disney Legend Marty Sklar.

The third year (1996) saw the introduction of Awards for Outstanding Achievement (AOA). Ten AOAs were bestowed.

In 1997, two special AOA categories were created: Excellence on a Limited Budget to celebrate outstanding achievements under $10 million, and the Thea Classic Award, which can be given to one achievement per year that has stood the test of time. In 2014-2015, new Wizarding World of Harry Potter attractions at Universal Studios prompted the Thea Awards Committee to create the Paragon Award, which recognizes a project that sets a new bar of excellence.

After Harrison Price passed away in 2010, TEA renamed the Thea Lifetime Achievement Award in his honor. It is now called the Buzz Price Thea Award for a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements.

The culture of the Thea Awards is unique. Here are some key characteristics:

• Honoree: the project itself - The award honors the entire achievement. The trophy is awarded to the project owner.

• Official project credits – The project owner is obliged to furnish a comprehensive credits list for publication by TEA. The credits appear in the printed Thea Awards Program, and on the TEA website. In this way the Thea Awards have resulted in the first official project credits of the themed entertainment industry.

• Trophies for the team – Individuals and companies named on the official credits list of a Thea-honored project are entitled to obtain their own trophies from TEA.

• No set categories – The TEA is free to honor several achievements in the same category, to create a new category, or to skip categories as the year’s achievements warrant.

Four recipients of the Thea Award for Lifetime Achievement:Harrison “Buzz” Price, Disney Legends John Hench and

Marty Sklar, and Don Iwerks, Iwerks Entertainment

Monty Lunde

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Creating Stories You Can Touch

67 Valley Street, Pasadena CA 91105 USAT:+1.626.683.9876

studio@hettemagroup.comwww.thehettemagroup.com

Congratulations to our good friends

Experiential design

Exhibit design

Themed architecture

Theme parks

Themed retail & dining

Media design

Special effects

Master planning

Live shows

Keith James The Buzz Price Thea Award for a Lifetime of Outstanding Achievements

John Robinett TEA Distinguished Service Award

along with all of the Thea Award recipients

• No secrets – The slate of award recipients is announced in November, and the awards are presented to those recipients the following spring at the Thea Awards Gala. There are no surprise announcements, no names concealed in envelopes.

• Open nominations – Anyone can nominate a project for a Thea Award. It is not necessary to be a TEA member. You can nominate your own project.

“The objective of the Thea Awards is simple: To find excellence and celebrate it. As we look to the future, the Thea Awards will continue to grow and evolve, while continuing to honor the original objective of bringing recognition to achievement, talent and professional excellence within our themed entertainment industry.”

-Bob Rogers, BRC Imagination Arts

Justice League: Battle for MetropolisIAAPA’s best new product

Innovative dark rides that deliver ROI, please crowds and keep ‘em coming back for more

PUSH the envelopePULLin your audience&

The Thea Paragon Award was first given in 2015Bob Rogers

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Legends Attractions Port Authority of NY & NJ

JRM ConstructionMontroy Andersen DeMarco

Stimulant Blur Studio

Mousetrappe Realisations Electrosonic

Thyssenkrupp Local Projects

Adirondack Studios L.A. Propoint Inc.

Hunt Design Dixon Studios

EXP

67 Valley Street, Pasadena CA 91105 USAT:+1.626.683.9876

studio@hettemagroup.comwww.thehettemagroup.com

Many thanks to our project partners:

Congratulations One World Observatory

THG is proud to be the

designer and producer of

the One World Observatory

experience, this year’s

Thea Award Recipient for

Outstanding Achievement -

Attraction.

Creating Stories You Can Touch

QC, CANADA

Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementAttraction, Limited Budget

The natural state of a dense forest, known for its hiking trails and and beautiful surroundings, is the canvas for Foresta Lumina. This immersive and multisensory nighttime experience along a 1.5 mile stretch was inspired by forest mythology and local legends.

The adventure begins by crossing the Gorge on one of the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridges. Visitors carry a map of the trail and will first encounter a mysterious, misty portal that is located on the bridge itself. Passing this portal takes visitors to the Garden of Wishes. Here, seven beautifully illuminated manuscripts introduce the cast of fictional characters that inhabit the park’s nocturnal landscape.

Mysterious runes tie the interactive storyline together. Each character is carefully designed and presented with sophisticated lighting, audio, mist and a variety of theatrical effects that create a moody but magical setting.

Experiences with mapped media and lighting effects gain popularity every year. The creators of Foresta Lumina were tasked to adapt these modern technologies to a living environment that calls for nuance in its scale and execution. It is the unique forest setting and local folklore, balanced with the subtle adaptation of multimedia that makes the project stand out.

FORESTA LUMINA - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

Caroline Sage, General Manager, Parc de la GorgePaul Belleville, Site Manager, Parc de la GorgeMylene Evoy, Operation Manager, Parc de la GorgeAnne-Elizabeth Thibault, Producer, Moment FactoryMarie Belzile, Director, Moment FactoryGabriel Pontbriand, Creative Director, Moment FactoryMathieu Dupuis, Technical Director, Show DevantJoel Gaudreau, Technical Operator, Show DevantChristophe Bargain, Technical Operator, Show Devant

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Thea Award for Outstanding AchievementParade Spectacular

This is an electrical parade lit entirely of LED lights (a first of its kind)…except these LED lights are really Pixie dust from Tinker Bell and Mickey Mouse’s magic paintbrush, pulsing with colors and sparkle. Tinker Bell’s Fiber Fairies wear costumes adorned with fiberoptic strands that can be touched by guests with special interactive wands that change their color. Pixar properties brought to life include Monsters, Inc., Cars and Toy Story. The Monsters, Inc. float features Sulley and Mike and a series of spinning peek-a-boo doors with hidden video screens that reveal scary monsters. Lightning McQueen leads the Cars contingent with the 25,000-light Mack truck followed by the glow-in-the-dark Cars Crew dancers. The Toy Story float, dubbed Electric Rodeo, features a 20-foot-long Slinky Dog with Sheriff Woody and Buzz Lightyear sitting precariously atop the illuminated coils. The Lasso Dancers, each spinning a lighted ball on a string designed to look like a neon lasso, are joined by Jessie the cowgirl.

No Disney parade would be complete without a procession of princesses. Belle from Beauty and the Beast commands the lead float dominated by a massive red rose with Cinderella and Rapunzel on trailing candelabra mini-floats. The Court Dancer performers wear color-changing costumes while the Dove Dancers look like winged ballerinas. The 25-foot-tall Little Mermaid float features a massive King

Triton figure with a rear-projection face. A large troupe of performers tags behind, including the electroluminescent coral fish as well as the Nemo and Marlin characters.

The finale is truly spectacular, with Mickey Mouse wielding a giant paint brush to control a wild kinetic sculpture that creates an optical illusion with an array of disco balls. As the lights and geometry move, the optical illusion is truly magical to see. Technology advancement is a good thing, especially when it comes to re-imagining the Main Street Electrical Parade. The new Disney Paint the Night is a marvel of lighting technology, creative artistry, storytelling, showmanship, live performance, and interactivity centered around beloved Disney characters, both recent and classic. The parade opened at Hong Kong Disneyland in October 2014 and opened at Disneyland with several added elements in May 2015 as part of the park’s 60th Diamond Celebration – a show of massive scale, mounted twice within 12 months on two different continents. The parade has over 1.5 million lights on floats, costumes and video screens. Special guest merchandise was developed that synchronizes to the parade as it moves down the street. Along the way, homage is paid to the original Electric Light Parade – including a drum float and some of the original music score.

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HONG KONG DISNEYLAND PARK PAINT THE NIGHT - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

CREATIVE & PRODUCTION TEAMSteve Davison, Creative Director, Core TeamSayre Wiseman, Executive Producer, Core TeamRandy Wojcik, Show Director, Core TeamAnnie Wharmby, ProducerGlades Sin, Production Manager, Special ProjectsKirk Kusano, Overall Technical Director, Core TeamTracy Halas, Choreographer, Core TeamScott Shaffer, Art Designer, Core TeamBarry Cheung, Art DirectorPaulie Jenkins, Lighting Designer, Core TeamCaitlin Guyan, Assistant Lighting Designer, Core TeamMark Hammond, Music Composer, Core TeamMatt Walker, Music Executive, Core TeamBruce Healey, Music Producer, Core TeamRon Colvard Healey, Music Consultant, Core TeamRony Fortich, Music ProducerJim McCormick, Associate Music Producer, Core TeamMirena Rada, Costume Designer, Core TeamWendy Benitez, Costume Designer Assistant, Core TeamPhyllis Kei, Production Stage ManagerSing So, Production AssistantWai Keung Chow, Show DirectorJaime Del Prado, Choreographer

CASTINGJennifer Lawrence, Talent Casting Director

STAGINGWendy Calderon, Staging AssistantRonaldo Labian, Staging AssistantIrish Abejero, Staging AssistantChito Mabaquiao, Staging Assistant

CHARACTER TRAINERGrace Lai, Character TrainerToto To, Character Trainer

TECHNICALSaul Mudd, Technical DirectorSavita Lam*, Technical Coordination ManagerGary Yiu, Supervising Technical Manager - OperationsSimon Wong*, Technical Manager - Show SupportPang Au, Technical Manager - Show SupportDavid Volz, Engineer, Core TeamNick Lau, R&M TechnicianKris Tsang, R&M TechnicianLouis Chan*, Supervising Technical Manager - ProductionMan Chung, Technical ManagerKit Chung, Senior Stage Technician Koey Ko, Stage TechnicianChi Ming Yip, Manager, Central Shop Facility ServicesJames Leung, Parade Maintenance, Boris Yeung, Associate Engineer Facility Services

Wa Woo, Senior Technician Facility ServicesKin Chau, Senior Technician Facility Services

COSTUMING & COSMETOLOGY & OPERATIONS Jeannie Lau, Senior Costumer, DancerDaphane Lau*, Costumer, DancerElsa Leung, Costumer, DancerKim Ma, Associate Costumer, DancerVenus Lee*, Associate Costumer, Dancer Elke Ho, Senior Costumer, CharacterHaney Yim*, Associate Costumer, CharacterAnnie Yu*, Hair & Makeup ManagerEddie Lau, Hair & Makeup SpecialistNelson Chung, Costumer ManagerCody Ho, Associate Costumer Manager

PARADE OPERATIONSStan Stanajic, Manager, Show OperationsVirginia Sung, Parade and Atmosphere ManagerWingo Chung, Stage ManagerCrystal Ko*, Stage ManagerKaren Lai, Stage ManagerKristy Kwok, Project Parade LeadRay Law, Project Parade LeadRuby Lam*, Project Parade LeadAnnie Wong, Project Parade LeadKam Kam*, Project Parade Lead

PROGRAMMING AND SYSTEMS Nick Vanhouten, Programming Systems, Core Team

Jason Badger, Programmer, Core TeamJonathan Baker, Video Programmer, Core TeamBrian Larsh, Programmer, Core TeamRyan Stubbs, Costume Programmer, Core TeamPehr Hovey, WDI R&D, Core TeamKen Wagner, Interactive Technical Director, Core Team

Entertainment Senior LeadershipKevin Eld, Creative Entertainment Executive, Core TeamMatt Conover, Creative Entertainment Executive, Core TeamMichael O’Grattan, Creative Entertainment Executive, Core TeamTed Carlsson, Creative Entertainment Executive, Core TeamDavid Lightbody, HKDL Creative Entertainment Executive

HONG KONG PAINT THE NIGHT VENDORSArtech Eric ChanCorinne WongBen Shiu

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DISNEYLAND PARK PAINT THE NIGHT - OFFICIAL PROJECT CREDITS

CREATIVE AND PRODUCTION TEAMSteve Davison, Creative Director, Core TeamSayre Wiseman, Executive Producer, Core TeamRandy Wojcik, Show Director, Core TeamVin Reilly, ProducerKristin Peterson, Production ManagerTracy Halas, Choreographer, Core TeamKirk Kusano, Overall Technical Director, Core TeamScott Shaffer, Art Designer, Core TeamPaulie Jenkins, Lighting Designer, Core TeamCaitlin Guyan, Assistant Lighting Designer, Core TeamMatt Walker, Creative Entertainment Music Executive, Core TeamBruce Healey, Music Producer, Core TeamMark Hammond, Composer, Core TeamAdam Young, Composer, Core TeamDavid Hamilton, Orchestrator, Core TeamRon Colvard, Music Consultant, Core TeamJim McCormick, Associate Music Producer, Core TeamMirena Rada, Costume Designer, Core TeamWendy Benitez, Costume Designer Assistant, Core TeamAshley Drew, Production SpecialistRobin McKenrick, Production Specialist

TECHNICALPatrick Hand, Assistant Technical DirectorMike Montero, Entertainment ManagerDon Dorsey, Technical ConsultantMari Cataldo, Technical SpecialistDavid Volz, Engineer, Core TeamTony Barraza, Sound MechanicJoshua Miller, TechnicianGuada Monzon, Technician

PROGRAMMING AND SYSTEMSNick Vanhouten, Programming Systems, Core TeamJohn Bielat, Engineer

Jonathan Baker, Video Programmer, Core TeamJason Badger, Programmer, Core TeamBrian Larsh, Programmer, Core TeamKen Wagner, Interactive Technical Director, Core teamPehr Hovey, WDI R&D, Core Team

CASTINGGilbert Lucero, Casting Director

CHOREOGRAPHY AND STAGINGBrianne Camp, Maintenance ChoreographerCarlos Ferrusca, Maintenance ChoreographerPatty Forecast, Maintenance ChoreographerAllison Goodman, Maintenance Choreographer

COSTUMINGErin Zachary, Cosmetology ManagerPaulette Uris, CostumerRachel Padilla, Costumer AssistantEmily Simmons, Costuming LeadMichael Lewis, Costuming Manager

PARADE OPERATIONSJeff Duke, Production Stage ManagerJennie Billhimer, Stage ManagerRay Urban, Parade Operations SpecialistMirelle Aguayo, Parade Support SpecialistJeff McLaughlin, Parade Support SpecialistToby Johnson, Parade LeadAmy Sargent, Parade Lead

ENTERTAINMENT OPERATIONS FINANCEMegan Lomeli, Project Controller

ENTERTAINMENT SAFETYKirsten Price, Safety Manager

ENTERTAINMENT SENIOR LEADERSHIPKevin Eld, Creative Entertainment

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The Thea Awards began in 1994 with a single Lifetime Achievement Award, and the first honoree was Harrison “Buzz” Price, pioneer in economic feasibility for entertainment projects. After Buzz passed away in 2010, the award was renamed in his honor.

If you are in the themed entertainment business or are in any way involved with the Themed Entertainment Association, then you know the name of Keith James. And if you are like many of your colleagues, the words that come to mind when describing Keith are likely to be: honest, great integrity, thoughtful, loyal, consummate businessman, straight as an arrow. And while those words are all true, they are also part of a TEA myth, because such was not always the case.

FLASHBACK TIME!When Keith was 17, he had his driver’s license suspended for drag racing with his girlfriend in a buddy’s Corvette. In 1970, he embraced then-prevalent hippie culture and - perhaps channeling Peter Fonda or Dennis Hopper - embarked on a 10-week, 15,000-mile motorcycle trip across the United States. It was on that trip that Keith visited Disneyland - is that where the infatuation with themed entertainment began? Who knows?

Keith James: Family man, business leaderBy Jack Rouse

Buzz Price Thea Award for a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements

Jack Rouse and Keith James

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Museum & Memorial. Using STEM concepts, the museum innovation team with Cortina Productions created interactive lessons for middle

and high schoolers in forensics and structural engineering that connect students with the past and inspire learning for the future.

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In the 1960s he was a fiercely competitive swimmer, garnering numerous regional and state awards for the Cincinnati Marlins, an elite swim team. (Yes, Keith was once an “elitist”). And while doing all that, he graduated from Walnut Hills High School in Cincinnati, entered the College Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati, where he did not study piano, but rather earned a BFA in technical theater. “Nervous nights lighting Man of La Mancha,” his brother Sandy remembers. He graduated in 1970 and shortly thereafter went to work for Taft Broadcasting. Taft had recently acquired Coney Island in Cincinnati and Hanna-Barbera in Hollywood as foundational elements for a theme park they were just beginning to build in Ohio: Kings Island.

There, he became production manager for the live shows program and later assistant director of operations. While auditioning performers for the first year of the live shows program, an aspiring young performer named Patti Schmitz entered his life. Mythology has it that she may have stretched the truth about her age to get the gig; in any case, she was hired and a few years later became Mrs. Harry Keithan James. During the early years of the Taft parks, Keith and some colleagues formed Kings Productions, which for many years was the creative division of the Taft family of theme parks.

ON THE ROAD!A few years later Taft’s theme park expansion began. In 1979 Keith was re-assigned to Toronto as the Director of Planning and Development for Canada’s Wonderland, later becoming Director of Park Operations.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN!!In 1983 Keith trekked across the continent (this time not on a motorcycle) to Vancouver where he became Vice President of Operations for Expo ‘86. More importantly, it was in Vancouver that Keith and Patti’s eldest daughter, Alexis was born.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN, AGAIN!!!!Keith remained with the Expo organization only a short time - in 1983 Taft recruited him back to the fold and sent him to Sydney, Australia to become Managing Director of Australia’s Wonderland. It was in Sydney that Keith and Patti’s youngest daughter Chloe was born.

ONE MORE TIME ON THE ROAD AGAIN!!! (IS THERE A THEME HERE?)Wanderlust set in again in 1987 when Universal Studios hired Keith as Vice-President of Show Production for Universal Studios Florida. Shortly thereafter he was promoted to Senior Vice President of Planning and Development.

ON THE ROAD - OMG, NOT AGAIN!Then in 1992 Keith returned to Cincinnati to join Jack Rouse Associates. Now known as JRA, he remains there today as CEO/Owner.

Keith has spent his professional life moving from gig to gig. From Cincinnati to Toronto to Vancouver to Sydney to Orlando to Cincinnati:

Patti and Keith James

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Solving problems, creating a better place, taking the best from where he worked and leaving the rest behind. In view of that first, momentous 1970s motorcycle trip that started in Cincinnati, maybe there’s some thematic symbolism here: shooting for the stars, aiming for the best, constantly learning, constantly improving…at least, that’s what his sister Carrie remembers (full disclosure: brother Sandy and sister Carrie are twins - not relevant, but interesting).

Keith has always made the most of opportunities to be actively involved with the important associations of our industry: the TEA (several years as president) and IAAPA (board of directors). And in spite of the revocation of his driver’s license for drag racing, and in spite of a 1970s biker/hippie image, Keith has become one of the themed entertainment industry’s most respected leaders. His entire professional career has been in themed entertainment, and his passion for the industry is evident to all who know him.

What might not be quite as evident unless you know Keith well is his passion for his wife and his two daughters. That should probably earn him an award that recognizes a lifetime of achievements in supporting those whom he loves.

Jack Rouse describes himself as “longtime friend, biker-buddy, colleague and business partner with Keith James since the 1970s.” He was also the founder of Jack Rouse Associates (JRA) and a fellow Thea recipient, honored in 2008 by TEA for lifetime achievement.

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The TEA honors John Robinett this year with the TEA Distinguished Service Award, presented annually in recognition of a TEA member’s outstanding contributions “above & beyond the call of duty.” We also thank his wife Sherry and their three sons for sharing this “numbers guy” with an entire industry and our Association. Without them, the TEA would shine less brightly today.

So what, exactly, is a mild-mannered, “numbers guy” doing in the creative-infested waters of the Themed Entertainment Association? Quite a lot, it so happens. So much that John W. Robinett, Senior Vice President, Economics at AECOM, is this year’s recipient of the TEA Distinguished Service Award. In addition to his day job ensuring the financial viability and success of projects around the world, for two decades John has given time and expertise to the Association as a Board Member, sponsored events and activities through his company, presented and spoken at TEA conferences, advocated and ensured

the continuation and growth of the annual TEA/AECOM Theme Index publication, and chaired and served as committee member of the TEA Thea Awards Committee.

And the “day job” was demanding. Everyone, from the Walt Disney Company to the Getty Museum, from the Beach Park in Brazil to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, from Universal Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Warner Bros., Ripley’s Entertainment, Merlin Entertainments and the American Museum of Natural History… the list goes on and on of companies and projects that wanted John’s attention. Attendance projections, financial viability, project valuations, development options, market reviews, a blizzard of economic reports and analyses has flown from his desk, as he found ways to maximize benefits for the owners and enjoyment for the guests. But John felt he could do more to help an industry that was just starting to recognize itself, and fortunately, he discovered the fledgling TEA.

John W. Robinett: Not just a “numbers guy”By Gene Jeffers

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“In the early days when I first joined, the TEA was filled with competing viewpoints and positions,” John remembers. Not unusual for a new organization comprised of creative and passionate people. Elected to the TEA International Board of Directors, John found himself acting as an intermediary between various competing positions, helping different perspectives to be heard and easing a number of the young association’s growing pains. “I like to feel I brought some business calmness to the TEA,” he recalls of his two terms on the Board.

Through conference presentations, John shared his expertise with TEA members, helping others to better understand market conditions and economic realities in China, the Middle East and wherever projects were being created. He successfully lobbied ERA (Economics Research Associates) - and AECOM, after it acquired ERA - to be active regional and international event sponsors, helping to provide additional benefits for TEA members and to help ensure the financial viability of the association.

John plays a critical role in producing the TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index, an annual report documenting the top-attended theme parks, water parks and now museums worldwide. While an entire team at AECOM works on collecting, compiling and presenting the data, he has led the effort to develop, expand and improve this essential industry reference. “It is important to understand the numbers behind the business,” John says about the Theme Index, “- to provide some transparency to an industry that is growing, maturing, becoming more important and more complex every day.”

John has also helped make the TEA Thea Awards possible, serving on the Thea Awards Committee for nearly a decade, and chairing that auspicious body twice. “What a pleasure to serve with such amazing people,” he says. “People now aspire to receive a Thea Award, they encourage operators and vendors to create better, more engaging attractions, to improve their guests’ experiences. Every time that happens, the entire industry benefits.”

Indeed, there is quite a lot for a numbers person to do in themed entertainment, and in the Themed Entertainment Association. After all, an economic feasibility analysis helps move a project successfully forward. But like most people in this industry, the interest and pleasure go beyond the purely professional. It’s a business on which one gets hooked.

“Well, first, TEA members are great people, incredibly creative, great ideas, very good to work with from a business perspective, be friends with, have good relationships with,” John says. “They appreciate one another’s gifts and talents. It is really rewarding to work with TEA members.” Perhaps more important, he adds, “In what can be a complex, difficult and challenging world, this business, these people bring hope and joy and escape. Those things are necessary for humanity. For all of us to thrive we can’t lose hope, we can’t lose joy. Without them, the world would be a much darker place.”

Gene Jeffers is past Executive Director of TEA, and was the first recipient of the TEA Distinguished Service Award.

CONGRATULATIONS & PRAISE FROM JOHN ROBINETT’S COLLEAGUES AND A CLIENT

I have known John from his early days in this industry, and have watched as he has grown into a true professional in the field. It is gratifying to see him sharing his wealth of knowledge with others to help the industry. In particular, his work with TEA has had a positive impact.

Ray Braun, Entertainment + Culture Advisors For over 25 years, I have had the pleasure to work with John, a great source of advice and deep history in the industry.

Chris Yoshii, AECOM Vice President, Global Director of Economics,

Design Planning+Economics Asia

When John Robinett hired me out of investment banking in London back in 1997, I had no idea how much I would learn working with him, and how much fun I would have at the same time! We at AECOM are very fortunate to have John as a colleague and leader.

Brian Sands, AICP, AECOM Vice President – Economics

John Robinett has been mentor and friend. Way back in 1995, shortly after he launched ERA in Europe, he took a chance on me as a graduate consultant. John is wise and well-connected, and has a strong moral compass and faith that shape his approach to work and life. He has plenty more to give, but it is wonderful and fitting that TEA is celebrating his contributions.

Ben Martin, Principal, AECOM Economics

It is a pleasure working with John Robinett for his experience and knowledge of the market. He has helped us in our development over the years, facilitating our sustainable growth. I consider John a great professional as well as a good friend and partner of several journeys.

Murilo Pascoal, General Director, Beach Park Resorts

As a professional in the field of economic analysis, John has advanced the art by applying his creative problem solving skills to many new attraction concepts in ever changing market environments. As a consultant, he has maintained the highest standards of objectivity and professional integrity. As a colleague, John has been a supportive leader, always willing to share ideas and encouragement.

Bill Owens, Principal, Owens Economics, LLC

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The business of entertainmentAECOM congratulates John Robinett, our Senior Vice President of Economics, on receiving the Themed Entertainment Association’s (TEA) Distinguished Service Award, for his long-time contributions with TEA. We’re proud of John for his leadership and achievements.

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