Themed Entertainment Association

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Themed Entertainment Association
Themed Entertainment Association Logo.jpg
AbbreviationTEA[1]
Founded1991[1]
Founder
TypeMutual benefit non-profit corporation
PurposeRepresentative body
Location
Area served
Worldwide
Membership
1,600 companies[1]
President
Michael Mercadante[1]
Websitewww.teaconnect.org
THEA Awards
Sponsored by
  • Themed Entertainment Association
DateApril
LocationLos Angeles, California
First awarded1995
WebsiteTHEA Awards

The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) is an international non-profit association that represents creators, developers, designers and producers of themed entertainment. It is also noted for its THEA Awards, which were founded in 1995 and are distributed annually in a range of themed entertainment categories.[2]

Founding[]

The TEA was founded in 1991 by , a former special effects designer for Disney who had gone on to start the special effects company Technifex with his business partner Rock Hall.[3] The TEA mission, as stated in its bylaws, is to facilitate dialogue and communication among its members, to stimulate knowledge and professional growth, and to expand the size, diversity and awareness of the themed entertainment industry.[4] Every year since 2007, the TEA has hosted a two-day TEA Summit, 2 days prior to the Thea Awards banquet, showcasing the teams that worked on these award winning projects.[5]

Awards[]

The TEA presents the annual Thea Awards to projects that exemplify the highest standards of excellence and achievement, including individuals, parks, attractions, exhibits, and experiences in the themed entertainment industry. The Thea Awards began in 1994 with a single honoree: Harrison “Buzz” Price, the first recipient of the Thea Lifetime Achievement Award.[6] That award is now called the Buzz Price Thea Award for a Lifetime of Outstanding Achievements in his honor.[7] The second recipient was Marty Sklar in 1995. Bob Gurr was the recipient in 1999.[8] In 1996, the Awards for Outstanding Achievement (AOA) were introduced, and ten were distributed. In the years since, additional special categories of AOA have been created, ensuring a multi-award event.[7] Anyone can nominate a project, but judging is conducted by a committee that includes all past lifetime achievement honorees, one board liaison, and nine members-at-large appointed to three-year terms.[9] Award recipients are announced in November and formally presented the following spring.[2]

25th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2019, Theas were awarded to the following:[10]

24th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2018, Theas were awarded to the following:[11]

23rd Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2017, Theas were awarded to the following:[12]

22nd Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2016, Theas were awarded to the following:[13]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Keith James
  • Thea Classic Award: San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, USA
  • Attraction: One World Observatory, New York City, USA
  • Attraction: SpongeBob SubPants Adventure at Moody Gardens, Galveston, USA
  • Attraction on a Limited Budget: Les Amoureux de Verdun at Puy du Fou, Les Epesses, France
  • Interactive Attraction on a Limited Budget: Foresta Lumina, Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook, Coaticook, Quebec, Canada
  • Science/Discovery Garden: Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, USA
  • Museum Exhibit: Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty at Victoria and Albert Museum, London, UK
  • Science/Discovery Experience on a Limited Budget: Inspector Training Course, Discovery Cube Los Angeles, USA
  • Event Spectacular: Fountain of Dreams at Wuyishan, Fujian, China
  • Parade Spectacular: Disney Paint the Night, Hong Kong Disneyland and Disneyland (Anaheim), USA
  • Technology on a Limited Budget: Gantom Torch Technology
  • Technology Breakthrough: Geppetto Animation Control System
  • Brand Experience on a Limited Budget: Manufacturing Innovation Ford Rouge Factory Tour, The Henry Ford, Dearborn, USA
  • Corporate Visitor Center Rehab on a Limited Budget: Moments of Happiness at World of Coca-Cola, Atlanta, USA
  • Environmental Media Experience: Integrated Environmental Media System at LAX Los Angeles International Airport, USA
  • TEA Distinguished Service Honoree: John Robinett

21st Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2015, Theas were awarded to the following:[14]

20th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2014, Theas were awarded to the following:[15]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Garner Holt
  • Thea Classic Award: The Enchanted Tiki Room at Disneyland, Anaheim, USA
  • Breakthrough Technology: Revolution Tru-Trackless Ride System by Oceaneering Entertainment Systems
  • Botanical Garden: Gardens by the Bay, Singapore
  • Event Spectacular: Michael Jackson: One at Mandalay Bay Hotel, Las Vegas, USA
  • Participatory Character Greeting: Enchanted Tales with Belle at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, Orlando, USA
  • Science Museum: The Mind Museum, Taguig City, Philippines
  • Unique Art Installation: Marine Worlds Carousel at Les Machines de l’ïle, Nantes, France
  • Attraction Revitalization: Polynesian Cultural Center, Oahu, Hawaii
  • 4D Simulator on a Limited Budget: De Vuurproef, Het Spoorwegmuseum, Utrecht, Netherlands
  • Attraction: Mystic Manor at Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong
  • Visitor Center: Titanic Belfast, Northern Ireland
  • Live Show on a Limited Budget: The Song of an Angel at Universal Studios Japan, Osaka, Japan
  • TEA Distinguished Service Honoree: Karen McGee

19th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2013, Theas were awarded to the following:[16]

18th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2012, Theas were awarded to the following:[17]

17th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2011, Theas were awarded to the following:[18]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (formerly the Lifetime Achievement Award): Kim Irvine, Art Director, Disneyland
  • Thea Classic Award: The Exploratorium, San Francisco, USA
  • Expo Pavilion Exhibit: Along the River During the Qingming Festival, China Pavilion, Shanghai Expo 2010, China
  • Museum: The National Infantry Museum, Columbus, Georgia, USA
  • Museum: The Walt Disney Family Museum, San Francisco, USA
  • Museum/Science Center Exhibit: Science Storms, Museum of Science & Industry, Chicago, USA
  • Museum Attraction: Beyond All Boundaries, Solomon Victory Theater, National World War II Museum, New Orleans, USA
  • Museum: Glasnevin Museum, Dublin, Ireland
  • Nighttime Spectacular: World of Color, Disney California Adventure, Anaheim, USA
  • Integration of Technology and Storytelling: ICT Mobile Device, Information and Communications Pavilion, Shanghai Expo 2010, China
  • Promotional Event: "Flynn Lives", San Diego Comic-Con 2010, San Diego, USA
  • New Theme Park Land: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, USA
  • Thematic Integration of Retail, Food & Beverage Experiences: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, USA
  • Feature Attraction: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, USA
  • Technical Achievement: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, USA

16th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2010, Theas were awarded to the following:[19]

15th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2009, Theas were awarded to the following:[20]

14th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2008, Thea Awards for Outstanding Achievement were awarded to the following:[21]

  • Attraction: Shuttle Launch Experience, Kennedy Space Center
  • Attraction, Limited Budget: Awakening of the Temple, Aztec On The River
  • Attraction Rehab: Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, Disneyland
  • Themed Training Experience: Battle Stations 21, U.S. Navy
  • Interactive Adventure: Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure, Walt Disney World
  • Technical Achievement: Kà by Cirque du Soleil
  • Science Center, Limited Budget: Cosmos at the Castle, Blackrock Castle Observatory
  • Exhibit, Limited Budget: Cleveland Avenue Time Machine, Troy University's Rosa Parks Library and Museum
  • Traveling Exhibit, Limited Budget: CSI: The Experience
  • Exhibit: Noah's Ark at the Skirball, Los Angeles
  • Museum: Discovering the Real George Washington, Mount Vernon
  • Heritage Center: Chain of Generations Center, Jerusalem
  • Event Spectacular: Songs of the Sea, Sentosa
  • Traveling Exhibit, Limited Budget: Walking with Dinosaurs: The Live Experience
  • Event Spectacular: Peter Pan's Neverland, Universal Studios Japan
  • Thea Classic Award: SeaWorld San Diego

13th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2007, Theas were awarded to the following:[22]

12th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2006, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

11th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2005, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

10th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2003 (awards moved from fall to spring, skipping 2004), Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

9th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2002, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Jon Jerde
  • Thea Classic: Universal Studio's Tram Tour
  • Awards for Outstanding Achievement

8th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2001, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Tony Baxter
  • Thea Classic: Silver Dollar City
  • Awards for Outstanding Achievement
    • Millennium Village Event
    • Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle of the Buccaneer Gold
    • Sydney 2000 Olympics: Opening Ceremony
    • The Great Platte River Road Archway Monument
    • Nickelodeon Flying Super Saturator
    • Men in Black: Alien Attack, Universal Studios Florida
    • Discovery Cove, Tokyo DisneySea
    • Lights of Liberty Show
    • , Holland
    • Kid's City/La Ciudad de los Ninos
    • Desert Passage
    • Volkswagen Autostadt, Germany
    • Exploration in the New Millenium (Limited Budget)
    • L'Oxygenarium, France (Limited Budget)
    • Stealth – World’s First Flying Coaster (Innovation)
    • Disney's FASTPASS (Innovation)

7th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 2000, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • Thea Classic: Tivoli Gardens
  • Awards for Outstanding Achievement
    • The Stone Forest
    • The Palmach Museum, Israel
    • "The Year 2000 Starting Signal" Millennium Pyro Ballet
    • Richmond Sound Design Ltd.'s AudioBox (Technology)
    • James Cameron’s Titanic: The Experience
    • COSI Columbus
    • FiestAventura at PortAventura, Spain
    • Test Track at Epcot
    • Gold's Gym presents HEROES – Health, Fitness and Beyond
    • Animator's Palate, Disney Cruise Line
    • Atlantis, Paradise Island
    • The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man at Universal Orlando
    • Trial by Fire (Limited Budget)

6th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 1999, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Bob Gurr
  • Thea Classic: The Haunted Mansion, Disneyland
  • Awards for Outstanding Achievement
    • "It’s Tough to be a Bug, Animal Kingdom
    • Journey to Atlantis, Sea World Orlando
    • Animal Kingdom
    • Disney Quest, Orlando
    • American Girl Place, Chicago
    • Acquamatrix Show at the Lisbon World Expo ’98
    • Café Odyssey, Mall of America
    • "O", Cirque du Soleil, Las Vegas
    • Viejas Outlet Center & Legend of Nightfire Fountain Show
    • DVP Server Pro (Technical)
    • Titanic Official Movie Tour
    • Robot Zoo, Toronto, Canada
    • M&M’s Academy, Las Vegas (Limited Budget)
    • Hotel Gasten, Liseberg, Sweden (Limited Budget)

5th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 1998, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): John Hench
  • Thea Classic: Calico Mountain, Knotts Berry Farm
  • Awards for Outstanding Achievement
    • Ripley's Aquarium, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
    • Star Trek: The Experience, Las Vegas
    • Space Quest Casino, Las Vegas
    • New York-New York Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas
    • The Power of Houston
    • Coney Island Emporium in the New York-New York Hotel
    • Masquerade Show in the Sky, Rio Suite Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas
    • Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds, United Kingdom
    • Adventure Slots (Limited Budget)
    • Encounter at LAX, Los Angeles International Airport (Limited Budget)
    • UFO Encounters (Limited Budget)

4th Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 1997, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Don Iwerks
  • Thea Classic: Pirates of the Caribbean, Disneyland
  • Awards for Outstanding Achievement
    • Terminator 2:3D, The Battle Across Time, Universal Studios Florida
    • Villa Volta, Efteling, Holland
    • Daytona USA, Daytona Speedway, Florida
    • Apollo/Saturn V Center, Kennedy Space Center, Florida
    • Warner Bros. Studio Store Expansion, NYC
    • Niketown New York, NYC
    • Caesars Magical Empire, Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
    • The Intergalactic Circus Spectacular, Lotte World, Seoul, Korea
    • Rock'n Robin, Cinema World, Kamakura City, Japan (Limited Budget)
    • Dark Castle, Fantasy Pointe, Nasu Highlands, Japan (Limited Budget)

3rd Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 1996, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

2nd Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 1995, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

  • The Buzz Price Thea Award (recognizing a lifetime of distinguished achievements): Marty Sklar

1st Annual Thea Award Recipients[]

In 1995, Theas were awarded to the following:[23]

See also[]

References[]

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  2. ^ a b Ken Story (27 November 2018). "The latest TEA Thea Awards point to Asia, Universal as the future of the tourism industry". Orlando Weekly. For the last quarter-century, the Themed Entertainment Association has hosted the annual TEA Thea Awards, a prestigious who’s-who in the themed attraction industry.
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