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Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Inaugurate Warner
Bros. World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island
Their
Highnesses attended the official inauguration ceremony, which took place in
the Warner Bros. Plaza at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Crown Prince of Abu
Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces His Highness
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, yesterday inaugurated Warner Bros.
World™ Abu Dhabi, the world’s first-ever Warner Bros. branded indoor theme
park developed by Miral, Abu Dhabi’s creator of destinations, in partnership
with Warner Bros. Entertainment, with an investment of $1 billion.
The ceremony included the first screening of the Warner Bros. Cinema
Spectacular, a captivating show that brings Warner Bros.’ unparalleled film
library to life. Guests were also treated to a series of festive
celebrations incorporating the park’s beloved characters.
Sheikh Zayed bin Ahmed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Saif and Sheikh Ahmed bin
Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan then took the stage alongside some of the park’s
iconic DC and Warner Bros. Animation characters to press a button marking
the official opening of the highly anticipated theme park, which is expected
to draw in thousands of guests including residents and tourists of all ages.
Following the opening ceremony His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid and
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed toured the park, which officially
opens to the public on 25th of July. The opening of the Warner Bros. World
Abu Dhabi marks the latest addition to Yas Island’s offering of world-class
tourism and entertainment attractions, and serves to strengthen the island’s
position as a leading leisure and entertainment destination in Abu Dhabi,
further enhancing UAE’s distinguished position on the world map.
During the tour, their Highnesses were briefed on the many elements which
help bring the park’s immersive environments to life across its six lands.
From the meticulously curated musical arrangements to the faithfully created
landscapes, each land is uniquely designed to truly immerse guests in the
places they’ve seen in movies, comic books and on TV.
Their Highnesses also learned of the different stages of development which
the park underwent as well as its adherence to the internationally
recognized best practices and rigorous health and safety standards to ensure
the wellbeing of its guests. During the tour, their Highnesses also visited
the park’s wide array of facilities and state-of-the-art attractions.
“It is with great pride that we open Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi on Yas
Island today. This is a milestone moment for us as we continue to cement Abu
Dhabi’s positioning as one of the world’s leading family and tourism
destinations. I am confident that the addition of this theme park to our
already rich portfolio will further enhance Yas Island’s offering,” said H.E.
Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Miral.
“We’re delighted that our partnership with Warner Bros. has resulted in us
delivering our promise of creating an attraction that will amaze and
entertain both the young, and the young at heart,” added H.E. Al Mubarak.
Filled to the brim with endless family fun and adventures, the park
transports guests to six expertly designed lands, including DC’s Metropolis
and Gotham City, as well as Cartoon Junction, Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch and
Warner Bros. Plaza. Home to a total of 29 exhilarating rides, interactive
family-friendly attractions and unique live entertainment shows, the park
will offer an incredible range of themed experiences. Guests will also enjoy
authentically themed dining experiences, from grab-and-go eateries to
full-service sit-down restaurants and cafes, as well as custom designed
shops featuring bespoke Warner Bros. merchandise inspired by fan-favorite
characters, some of which has been developed exclusively for the park.
“Warner Bros. has an almost-100-year legacy of producing and distributing
high-quality entertainment to global audiences, and this world-class
attraction continues that tradition in grand style,” said Kevin Tsujihara,
Chairman and CEO, Warner Bros. “Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi literally
brings our characters to life and provides fans a truly unique immersive
entertainment experience. We couldn’t have better partners than our
colleagues at Miral, and we look forward to continuing our longstanding
relationship,” he continued.
The world-class theme park brings to life fan-favorite DC Super Heroes like
Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, alongside beloved Warner Bros. Animation
characters from Looney Tones and Hanna-Barbera like Tom and Jerry, Scooby-Doo
and The Flintstones, using state-of-the-art technology to create truly
immersive environments and unforgettable experiences.
The excitement begins in Warner Bros. Plaza, where guests can meander the
streets of the art deco themed portal to the various lands of Warner Bros.
World Abu Dhabi. Guests can enjoy the gleaming urban landscape of
Metropolis, where they can revel in the heroic optimism of the Justice
League – whose members include Wonder Woman, Green Lantern and The Flash.
They can then make their way to the dark alleys of Gotham City where devious
masterminds such as The Joker, and Harley Quinn wreak havoc only to be
thwarted by Batman. In contrast, bright blue skies and fluffy white clouds
will surround the guests in Cartoon Junction where childhood favorite
characters come to life. Guests will then leave the colorful houses behind
for the lofty dunes of Dynamite Gulch packed full of animated antics and mad
mishaps. And finally, guests can rewind all the way to the modern Stone Age
in Bedrock with the lovable cave-families – The Flintstones and The Rubbles.
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is the latest addition to Yas Island’s
immersive theme parks including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu
Dhabi and the upcoming attraction, CLYMB. These are complemented by: Yas
Marina Circuit - one of the most technologically-advanced Formula 1®
circuits in the world; Yas Marina - a vibrant venue offering dining, fitness
and leisure facilities; Yas Mall – the largest shopping mall in Abu Dhabi
with 400 retail stores; Yas Beach; and, Yas Links Abu Dhabi – the 46th golf
course in the world, as well as seven sophisticated hotels ranging from 3 to
5 stars.
To purchase tickets or learn more about Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, visit
www.wbworld.com and join the conversation on social using the hashtag #WBWorld.
July 24, 2018 |
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Courtesy Al Bawaba
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