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Creative designer for themed entertainment, and a total movie nerd.

Connecticut, USA
Joined April 2014
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Looks incredible! I’ll definitely have to return to Dollywood soon to check this out.
NightFlight Expedition - coming 2026! What happens in the Smoky Mountains after the sun goes down? Soar, plunge, climb and navigate the first ride of its kind in the world.
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Excited to hear this news! Hoping this means good things for my old home park, @LakeCompounce!
Herschend Entertainment is buying all of the US Palace Entertainment parks from Parques Reunidos! This will include parks such as Kennywood, Lake Compounce and Dutch Wonderland. hfecorp.com/whats-new/hersch…
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I’m excited to see what the future holds for Great Adventure, but it’s tough to see Kingda Ka go! Making the trip to ride it over a decade ago was an unforgettable experience. Honestly, not thrilled with Six Flags’ handling of the closure.
Six Flags has officially announced that Kingda Ka, Green Lantern and La Vibora have been retired to make way for a record-breaking launch coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure and a record-breaking dive coaster at Six Flags Over Texas in 2026!
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Everything I’ve seen about this ride looks absolutely spectacular! This alone makes me want to plan a trip out to Efteling, aside from all the other incredible attractions they offer!
Het is zover! 😱 Danse Macabre is geopend voor alle moedige stervelingen! 👀🕷️ De medewerkers staan klaar om je te verwelkomen in het Huyverwoud. Danse Macabre wacht op jullie…
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Made my way over to a local haunt tonight, and enjoyed the @MMHauntsYou Haunted Hayride and houses! It’s a full hour of creative scares and energetic scare actors who really put their all into getting you when you least expect it!
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Another wild coaster coming the lineup! So happy to see the open spot across from Iron Dragon being built on, it always seemed destined for something cool!
Cedar Point will be opening Siren’s Curse, North America's tallest, fastest and longest “tilt” roller coaster in 2025! @cedarpoint
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Perfect choice for the park, and another fun candy theme! I love the Screamin’ Swing ride type, so I’ll definitely be checking this out.
A new candy is joining the iconic Hersheypark skyline. Introducing Twizzlers Twisted Gravity, the world’s tallest Screamin’ Swing coming summer 2025. bit.ly/471zw8q #TwizzlersTwistedGravity @TWIZZLERS
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Six Flags New England will debut New England's first dual-launch straddle coaster in 2025, Quantum Accelerator! We can't wait to ride this steampunk-themed hover bike coaster by Intamin. ⚙️ @SF_newengland #QuantumAccelerator
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This is what launched my themed entertainment career
this is what launched my themed entertainment career
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The hours I spent on RCT as a kid are too many to count
this is what launched my themed entertainment career
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Glad I got to check out The Bobcat on its opening day at @SF_GreatEscape! It’s a fantastic family coaster from @thegravitygroup, and the perfect addition to this park. Can’t wait to ride it again soon!
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Excited to be contributing to a new vision for Adirondack Studios!
Adirondack Studios announces new culture & recruitment initiative. tinyurl.com/49v926kv
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It’s long overdue, but I finally made it to Galaxy’s Edge in WDW! As expected, it’s beyond impressive, and truly immerses you in the world of Star Wars. Both attractions were top-tier (and yes, I did get to pilot the Falcon)!
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UTEDS - Ep. 95 - 10 Questions with IWG Productions teapaw.org/i/broadcasts/1gqGvQYmQ…
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First concept art for the ‘HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON’ land in Universal’s new park Epic Universe. Attractions include: • Fyre Drill boat battle ride • Hiccup & Toothless meet & greet • Dragon Racer’s Rally rollercoaster • Hiccup’s Wing Gliders rollercoaster
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Sorry to see this go. For its 2021 opening season, the actors and integration with Forbidden Frontier made this an exciting gem in the park’s lineup. Losing the island and now the boats marks the loss of a unique narrative experience at Cedar Point. Grateful to have seen it!
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One of my absolute favorite coasters is about to get even better!
Just in time for opening day, your Skyrush flight experience is upgraded to First Class. All-new seats and restraints are in! Get ready to ride in comfort and experience the adrenaline rush you crave. bit.ly/3Tb8JkO Get the Best Price on tickets: bit.ly/3UxXdAV
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Easily the funniest show I’ve seen in a long time, join @dropout and watch if you haven’t already!
🫂Very Important People Ft. @vicmmic, w/ guests @Jiavani @ozzymo Josh Ruben @IfyNwadiwe @childclown_ @JacobWysocki @BrennanLM @rosabelland @briamgilbert @rossbryant @rashawnscott @TheLisaGilroy @scrambieggs @agbeardsley & @ZacOyama 🗣️Premieres Dec. 15th on @dropout
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JUST ANNOUNCED: Five immersive worlds. One amazing theme park. Universal Epic Universe opens 2025 at Universal Orlando Resort. #EpicUniverse Click the link to learn more: spr.ly/6019ppuV3
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Breaking News! Cedar Fair and Six Flags have announced a merger that would bring both parks under one Six Flags corporate brand. Story is still developing, join the discussion on our forums to continue tracking! coasterforce.com/forums/thre…
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