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Disney and Westfield team up to create new attractions in 2017
POSTED 08 Feb 2017 . BY Tom Anstey
The partnership will see a number of Disney-branded play areas unveiled throughout the year at Westfield's two shopping centres Credit: Disney Stores
Disney-themed attractions are due to pop up at London's Westfield shopping centres, with a number of campaigns and activities scheduled for 2017.

The partnership between Westfield and the iconic children's brand will result in Disney-branded play areas unveiled at both the former's Stratford City and Shepherd's Bush locations.

Winnie-the-Pooh and Friends will be the first theme in Q1, with specially designed family rooms transformed into the 100 Acre Wood.

In the second quarter of the year, two Mickey Mouse-themed play zones will open to the public, offering physical and interactive play features for pre-schoolers. Finally, Westfield Stratford City will gain a new Frozen-themed play zone, which will debut in Q3.

The attractions will be part of the “Destination Westfield” campaign, with a Star Wars fashion campaign at the forefront.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Westfield to add Disney magic to these fantastic shopping centres,” said Anna Hill, chief marketing officer, The Walt Disney Company UK & Ireland.

“We know how much our characters and stories resonate with families of all ages so they are the perfect choice to bring fun, original and innovative entertainment to the thousands who visit Westfield each day.”
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Disney and Westfield team up to create new attractions in 2017
POSTED 08 Feb 2017 . BY Tom Anstey
The partnership will see a number of Disney-branded play areas unveiled throughout the year at Westfield's two shopping centres Credit: Disney Stores
Disney-themed attractions are due to pop up at London's Westfield shopping centres, with a number of campaigns and activities scheduled for 2017.

The partnership between Westfield and the iconic children's brand will result in Disney-branded play areas unveiled at both the former's Stratford City and Shepherd's Bush locations.

Winnie-the-Pooh and Friends will be the first theme in Q1, with specially designed family rooms transformed into the 100 Acre Wood.

In the second quarter of the year, two Mickey Mouse-themed play zones will open to the public, offering physical and interactive play features for pre-schoolers. Finally, Westfield Stratford City will gain a new Frozen-themed play zone, which will debut in Q3.

The attractions will be part of the “Destination Westfield” campaign, with a Star Wars fashion campaign at the forefront.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Westfield to add Disney magic to these fantastic shopping centres,” said Anna Hill, chief marketing officer, The Walt Disney Company UK & Ireland.

“We know how much our characters and stories resonate with families of all ages so they are the perfect choice to bring fun, original and innovative entertainment to the thousands who visit Westfield each day.”
RELATED STORIES
Bob Iger could stay on at Disney beyond 2018


Inside sources at Disney have hinted that Bob Iger’s stint at the head of the entertainment giant may be extended as he closes in on his planned retirement date.
Disney blocks out pass holder dates for Animal Kingdom, fuelling speculation over World of Avatar launch date


Speculation has risen over the opening date for Disney’s highly-anticipated World of Avatar after the operator blocked-out pass holder dates in May and June for its Animal Kingdom park only.
Iron Man takes flight with new Hong Kong Disneyland experience


Hong Kong Disneyland has launched its latest attraction and first Marvel-themed ride – the new Iron Man Experience.
Disney partners with local education institutes to expand Shanghai talent pool


Disneyland Shanghai is joining forces with a number of local education institutions as it aims to increase its local talent pool with a new specialised training programme.
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Warner Bros Discovery collaborates on upcoming Pompeii attraction
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Bob Rogers hands BRC to long-serving leadership team
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder Bob Rogers pass ownership of the business to four long-serving senior executives, while remaining actively involved with the company.
Rainer Maelzer joins Therme Group as chief entertainment officer
Rainer Maelzer, an experiential entertainment innovator, has been appointed chief entertainment officer by Therme Group.
Movie Park Germany reveals new Paramount attraction as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations
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