Christie has signed an exclusive deal with National Amusements to deliver digital in-theatre advertising and promotional content through its Christie Experiential Networks displays in theatre lobbies throughout the exhibition leader’s U.S. circuit. The agreement is the latest in CEN’s expansion across North America.
Userful Corporation has released Userful 8.5, a multi-source video wall controller that the company says supports video walls of up to 60 displays with up to 6K-resolution source in real time over a standard Ethernet network. A single PC or server running Userful software is now able to support video walls of up to 60 screens through the network.
Barco is partnering with cinema integrator Cine Brasil to drive customer engagement and revenue opportunities in today’s movie theaters with its Barco Lobby Experience. Described as “the show before the show,” the customizable solution brings the box office, concessions and lobby area to life with a collection of bold, interactive visualization technologies.
Christie has acquired Allure Global Solutions, an engagement and transaction technologies provider, as well as all of its products and services. The firm is headquartered in Atlanta, and will operate as Allure, a Christie Company.
The latest digital signage installation in Christie’s Experiential Networks is the lobby of Michigan-based Emagine Entertainment’s recently opened Emagine Palladium theatre in Birmingham, Michigan.
When Ohio-based Cleveland Ballet wanted a way to promote itself and stand out from the crowd, they turned to Soliddd Corporation to create glasses-free 3D posters that perfectly fit the innovative ballet company’s goals.
Cinema Scene Marketing has completed the first installation of its Digital Poster Initiative by deploying full motion digital displays in place of the traditional paper movie posters in the Muvico 14 Thousand Oaks in Thousand Oaks, California.
Christie’s ShowEast presence will focus on complementing Christie’s digital cinema projection and audio equipment with new, engaging experiential displays including media offerings and digital experiences assembled to drive revenue for exhibitors.
In the lead up to the 700th anniversary of Scotland’s Battle of Bannockburn, a new visitor centre at the historic site in Stirling has become the first in the world to use fight choreography and motion capture techniques to immerse visitors in a realistic 3D medieval battle.
The Themed Entertainment Association has announced the winners of the 20th annual Thea Awards, honoring creative excellence in theme parks, museums and other attractions.
