Themed Entertainment Association

We can't wait to bring SATE Europe 2025 to the vibrant seaside town of Blackpool this May—and we're kicking things off with an unforgettable Classic Attractions Experience of the city itself!? ?? Tuesday, 6 May | ?? 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM GMT? Step back in time and explore the magic of Blackpool’s legendary attractions: ?? Exclusive Heritage Tram Ride – Travel in vintage style along the iconic promenade.? ?? Circus Town Museum – Celebrate Blackpool’s incredible entertainment history.? ?? Blackpool Tower Views – Take in breathtaking panoramas from this world-famous landmark.? ?? Historic Blackpool Ballroom – Walk the stunning dance floor made famous on Strictly Come Dancing! This special add-on event is the perfect way to experience Blackpool’s charm before diving into the SATE Europe 2025 conference. ??? Secure your spot today by using the link below: https://lnkd.in/eN8ErT9H #SATEEurope2025 #BlackpoolBound #ThemedEntertainment #Storytelling #Architecture #Technology #Experience

??? TEA Tell 20 March - Upholding the Code of Conduct, SATE Europe, and Upcoming Divisional Events ?? Friendly reminder that TEA is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all its members, where collaboration and respect are at the heart of every event - stay informed about the importance of following our Code of Conduct on our News section on the website. ?? INSPIRE Week and the 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala photos are now available on our Facebook page ?? SATE Europe Early Bird ticket pricing ends TOMORROW, 21 March for Members Only ?? Western NA is hosting their monthly Mixer @ Golden Road Brewery, proudly sponsored by Nassal and free to TEA Members! ?? Eastern NA Monthly Mixer hosting their monthly mixer @ Rockpit Brewing - open to members & Non-Members! ?? Europe and Middle East Division next online Round Table Webinar is all about Industry Trends/Guest Experiences - this webinar is free and open to all! ?? Europe and Middle East Division is hosting their TEA Tuesday in Amsterdam in April for an evening of networking at LOUIS - Open to members and non-members! …check your inbox for further information to stay up to date with the Themed Entertainment Association!

What an incredible Thea Awards season! ? It’s bittersweet to see it come to a close, but we’re filled with gratitude and excitement for what’s ahead. This year was one to remember, and we’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be hosting the 32nd Annual Thea Awards Gala in Orlando, Florida next year! ?? A huge thank you to all our global partners, especially our Premier Thea Gala Sponsor,?Chimelong Group, who traveled all the way from China to join us in the celebration. ???? And of course, a massive shoutout to our partners, collaborators, volunteers, and staff who made this year’s event truly special. Your unwavering support means the world to us! ?? As we look to 2025, we’re energized for even bigger and better events that will continue to elevate the themed entertainment community and amplify what it means to be a TEA member. Here’s to new partnerships, exciting shifts, and a brighter future for us all! All photos can be found on our Facebook page: https://lnkd.in/edMstwd6 CONFERENCE PARTNERS: Christie Digital Systems Dazian L3DFX Moongate Design Studio Pixera Theory Studios Sway Studios (Eric Hungerford & Team!) Wild Optimists ROBE Lighting s.r.o.

?? Our 2025 INSPIRE was one for the books! ?? We hope everyone who joined us this year had a blast celebrating and learning from the incredible 31st annual Thea Awards Recipients and the TEA Recognition of Merit Awards! ??? We hope you left feeling inspired and ready to create the next big thing! ?? A MASSIVE shoutout to all our global sponsors and event sponsors – your support made this event extra special! ???? We couldn't have done it without you! EVENT SPONSORS: ?Freshness, Lanyard, Power, (and napkin) Sponsor:?FrankNDesign ? Breakfast Sponsor:?THG Creative ? State of the Industry Panel Sponsor:?Nolan Heimann LLP ? INSPIRE the Night Presenting Sponsor:?PCL Construction ? INSPIRE the Night Sponsor:?Christie Digital Systems CONFERENCE PARTNERS: Christie Digital Dazian L3DFX Moongate Design Studio Pixera Theory Studios Wild Optimists ROBE Lighting s.r.o.

TEA INSPIRE 2025 Day 1 featured an engaging Leadership Forum with interactive discussions and a keynote by Robert L. Zackery III. Spotlight Sessions showcased innovative projects like "Treasure Hunt: The Ride" and "The DigiWave Experience," with panelists sharing valuable insights. The event emphasized education, creativity, and networking, inspiring attendees to apply new ideas to their work. The day concluded with a preview of Universal Horror Unleashed. Read more about yesterday on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eyrCirje

For those attending INSPIRE Week - have you submitted your Napkin Sketch to FrankNDesign yet?! The deadline to submit is 5pm on FRIDAY! If you haven’t picked up a napkin yet, check out the conference rooms or ask the TEA help desk. Huge thanks to FrankNDesign for sponsoring our lanyards, power chargers, mints, and our napkins!

We are incredibly grateful for the continued support and partnership of Chimelong Group Group as our premier sponsor for the 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala. Their generosity is what helps make this event possible, and we are excited to continue growing this incredible global partnership for years to come. We can’t wait to celebrate and honor all of this year’s recipients this Saturday with Mr. Su and the Chimelong Team! #TheaAwards #CelebratingExcellence #themedentertainment #inspireweek2025

Ahoy matey’s! We are excited to kick off INSPIRE Week with some surprise shannanagins - poor Melissa Oviedo (Ruminot) almost went to Davy Jones’s locker!

?? Sponsor Shoutout ?? We are less than a week away for our 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala, proudly presented by our premier sponsor, Chimelong Group! We are thrilled to celebrate with them again this year and can’t wait to bring together the best of the best for this spectacular event! Tickets are still available: https://lnkd.in/eSD4yjKV #ChimelongResorts #TheaAwards #ThemedEntertainment #ExcellenceInEntertainment #IndustryImpact

?Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement Spotlight? The International African American Museum, located at the historic Gadsden’s Wharf, stands as a powerful testament to the resilience, history, and culture of African Americans. Set above a memorial garden, the floating building honors the untold stories of the African American journey, starting with the more than 40% of enslaved Africans who first arrived at this port. ?????? With eleven galleries, a memorial garden, and rotating exhibitions, the museum showcases a blend of art, artifacts, and multi-media experiences to tell a complete, unflinching story of both struggle and triumph. ???? Through its Center for Family History, the museum also offers resources for those exploring their African American genealogy. ?? Explore the rich history and lasting impact of African Americans in Charleston, the U.S., and beyond with as we celebrate this amazing museum at the 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala and dive into the case study during the INSPIRE Conference. Be sure to grab your tickets in the link below: INSPIRE: https://lnkd.in/efPXTF3a 31st Annual Thea Awards Gala: https://lnkd.in/ehntwYx2 #InternationalAfricanAmericanMuseum #GadsdensWharf #MuseumExperience #AfricanAmericanHistory #CulturalHeritage #themedentertainment #inspireweek2025 #theaawards