Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
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Sam Gennawey is one of the premier authors covering the world of theme parks. His books explore both Disney and Universal history in greater detail than most titles.… Read more...
When Universal Studios Florida opened in 1990, it promised visitors the chance to “Ride the Movies!” and experience the magic up close. While the Hollywood original was centered on a tram ride through sets and attractions, individual structures would separate these experiences.… Read more...
We live in a theme park universe. Designers, engineers, and architects mold public spaces to create specific moods. Tactics that Walt Disney and his artists used to shape Disneyland in the ‘50s and ‘60s are everywhere. Museums and zoos have moved beyond educating the public and become themed entertainment.… Read more...