Not All Fans Are Created Equal: New Katapult Survey Reveals the 3 Theme Park ‘Superfan’ Profiles

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A new report from themed attraction designers Katapult provides critical psychographic data for U.S. operators, showing that high-frequency guests have dramatically different motivations—and breaking their loyalty is easier than you think. Katapult, an international themed attraction and experience design company , has released the findings from its Theme Park Superfans Survey 2025. The report, conducted…

A Look Behind the Curtain: Masters of Themed Entertainment Come Together for Exclusive Online Panel

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Purdue University will host “A Look Behind the Curtain: A Discussion with the Masters of Themed Entertainment”, a one-of-a-kind online panel bringing together some of the industry’s most celebrated creative leaders. This exclusive event will take place on Thursday, October 9 at 11:00am PST (2:00pm EST), offering students a rare opportunity to hear directly from the visionaries…

59: Former WDI President Barbara Bouza

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In this episode of Themed Attraction Podcast, Freddy and Mel sit down with Barbara Bouza, former President of Walt Disney Imagineering. Barbara shares her journey from architect to creative leader, reflecting on her time guiding Imagineering through the pandemic, collaborating with visionary leaders, and championing global perspectives in design. From Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic…

UCF Job Opening: Instructor or Lecturer, Design and Production, Themed Experience

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Instructor or Lecturer, Design and Production, Themed Experience R111406 Main Campus, Orlando, Florida Faculty Full time Themed Experience – Academic Instruction The Opportunity: The College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) is inviting applicants for a 9-month, non-tenure earning design and production instructor or lecturer who will report to the director of the Themed Experience Graduate…

Welcome to Pirate Cove

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International theme park designers Katapult have launched Pirate Cove, a brand new theme park land showcasing their team’s expertise, experience and imagination. Pirate Cove challenges guests to prove their salt and forge their own place in pirate history. The theme park masterplan features rides, themed environments, retail, F&B and hotel design. The project also includes…

58: Johnny Davis, Senior Creative Director at Storyland Studios

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Our guest this episode is Johnny Davis, a master of storytelling and immersive experience design. Johnny is the Senior Creative Director at Storyland Studios and a lifelong storyteller dedicated to crafting experiences that forge emotional connections. From the thought-provoking Poverty Encounter to the action-packed Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N., Johnny has a knack for bringing stories to life in ways that inspire, engage, and…

57: Roger Tofte, Oregon’s Enchanted Forest

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Our guest this episode is Roger Tofte, the visionary dreamer and doer behind Oregon’s Enchanted Forest. We were honored to sit down with Roger Tofte, the legendary creator of Enchanted Forest, a whimsical wonderland nestled in the Pacific Northwest that has been enchanting visitors for generations. Starting with a dream for his kids in the 1960s, Roger…

56: Patrick Kling, Big Break Foundation

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Our guest is Patrick Kling, a powerhouse of creativity and innovation in themed entertainment. Patrick is an unstoppable creative force whose work spans interactive attractions, immersive theme park lands, and even a 20,000-square-foot ice sculpture experience chilled to a crisp 9 degrees! With a career that’s taken him through Nickelodeon and SeaWorld parks, Patrick’s passion for storytelling and design…

Horizons Pavilion CAD Project

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Horizons Pavilion CAD Project By Matthew Castronovo 3rd Year Mechanical Engineering Student (BME) at Auburn University LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-castronovo/ ========================================================================================================== General Information Software: SolidWorks 2024, Google Earth Pro Project Time: 2.5 months Scaling: 1 meter : 1 Inch Total Features (Building): 423 Total Features (Entrance Sign): 121 ========================================================================================================== About The Project This is an architectural model of…

Domanivm: A Theme Park Where You Can Live the Greatest Stories Ever Told

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What if the greatest works of all time came to life? What if the greatest stories ever told could be lived? Welcome to Domanivm—a legendary theme park where your favorite [public domain] characters come to life! Wanna explore 19th-century London while solving a mystery with Sherlock Holmes? Wanna discover dinosaurs within a deep Amazon jungle?…

55: Theron Skees

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Our guest is Theron Skees, a visionary creative executive with 30+ years in themed entertainment. A veteran of Walt Disney Imagineering, he has led multi-billion-dollar projects worldwide, bringing brand storytelling to theme parks, resorts, and cruise ships. Inspired by Star Wars, Theron’s journey began in film before shifting to theme parks, working on EuroDisneyland and…

Universal Destinations & Experiences Entering Brazil

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Universal Destinations & Experiences Entering Brazil For my MBA course called Global Management of Business, we were challenged to act as consultants by selecting a company, choosing a country where it does not yet operate, and evaluating both using international business concepts. The goal was to prepare a report for the company’s board of directors…

54: Jeanette Lomboy

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In this episode, we sit down with Jeanette Lomboy, Vice President, Executive Producer, Creative, at Walt Disney Imagineering. Jeanette has led the development of some of Disney’s most beloved modern experiences, from the serene beauty of Aulani to the immersive worlds of Pandora – The World of Avatar and Avengers Campus. Her journey from Disneyland…

TA Podcast 53: Chris Conte

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Our guest this episode is audiovisual visionary and Global Ambassador, Chris Conte. Chris is a legend in audiovisual technology design with over 30 years of experience creating immersive, location-based experiences. As Global Ambassador for Electrosonic, Chris has played a pivotal role in shaping some of the world’s most iconic projects, including theme parks, museums, theaters,…

New 2030 Trends Report for themed entertainment industry published

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International themed attraction design company, Katapult, has launched their latest Trends Report looking at how consumer behaviour megatrends will change the themed entertainment industry over the next five years. The six-month study, which included surveys and interviews with theme park superfans, industry experts, and the general public, has this year been foreword by Disney Director…

Themed Experience Instructor or Lecturer wanted

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  Ready to Apply? Instructor or Lecturer, Themed Experience Creative Project Management  R109632  Main Campus, Orlando, Florida  Faculty  Full time  Themed Experience – Academic Instruction The Opportunity The College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) is inviting applicants for a 9-month, non-tenure earning creative project management instructor or lecturer who will report to the director of…