Category: Universal Studios
Korean Universal Studio Will Include Local Movie Products
From koreatimes.co.kr:
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A Universal Studio theme park in Korea will be distinctive in that it will include attractions featuring Korean films, said the head of the famous theme park operator.
Thomas L. Williams, chairman and CEO of Universal Parks & Resorts, expressed his hope to set up a Universal Studio theme park in Korea in an interview held during the 2007 Asia Pacific Tourism Investment Conference, Thursday.
He took part in the three-day event hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization in southern Seoul and delivered a keynote speech.
The U.S. company announced earlier this year that it plans to open a Universal Studio theme park here by 2012.
Regarding the distinctive characteristics of the park compared to the already established one in Osaka, Japan, which is very close to Korea, Williams cited the Korean film industry.
“The solution for how to make the Universal Studio Korea distinctive, unique and special is found very easily, which is to take advantage of the wonderful collection of Korean film products, to incorporate Korean culture and products along with products the Universal Studio has made for worldwide distribution,” Williams said.
NBC Uni plan calls for a green house
From hollywoodreporter.com:
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The companys television networks and stations will air more than 150 hours of environmentally focused programming across several platforms during the week of Nov. 4-10 as part of its “Green Is Universal” campaign.
Universal Parks and Resorts will offer events in Orlando and Hollywood, including “Eco-Fairs” and daily giveaways for employees and guests.
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TweetCould Grinch be back? Universal files papers to construct Grinchmas stage
From orlandosentinel.com:
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The once-popular Grinchmas show might be returning to Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure after a one year hiatus: Universal has filed paperwork with Orange County declaring commencement of a construction project to build a Grinchmas stage at the theme park soon.
This morning Universal officials were not available to comment on the construction permit. The annual holiday-themed Grinchmas show, once clearly popular at the park, was canned last Christmas season after a seven year run.
The show featured the mean, green character who stole Christmas from Who-ville, from Dr. Seuss’ 1957 book, How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
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