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Harlem Globetrotters Celebrate GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Day With Six New Records Titles

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Thursday, November 14, 2019
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ATLANTA, Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Harlem Globetrotters today added six new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles to their long record of accomplishments--including a record title for the most sovereign countries played in by a basketball teamin honor of GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Day (GWR Day) highlighting this year's theme, Spirit of Adventure.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Harlem Globetrotters today added six new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles to their long record of accomplishments--including a record title for the most sovereign countries played in by a basketball teamin honor of GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Day (GWR Day) highlighting this year's theme, Spirit of Adventure.
  • The six new record titles bring the team's total to 22 GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles, some of which are featured in the latest Guinness World Records 2020 edition.
  • Bullard now owns four GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles overall.
  • "The Harlem Globetrotters will do anything to push the limits and it was exciting to watch them break six GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles in celebration of GWR Day.

Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede Is A Family Tradition

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
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Opening October 24, Christmas at Dolly Partons Stampede in Branson transforms into a beautiful holiday spectacle including a full-scale living Nativity, holiday decor, seasonal music, a Santa Claus sighting and a fabulous four-course holiday feast.

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  • Opening October 24, Christmas at Dolly Partons Stampede in Branson transforms into a beautiful holiday spectacle including a full-scale living Nativity, holiday decor, seasonal music, a Santa Claus sighting and a fabulous four-course holiday feast.
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    Dolly Parton's Stampede in Branson, Missouri opens its Christmas season on Thursday, Oct. 24.
  • Its the most special time of year for families, who continue to make Christmas at Dolly Partons Stampede part of their annual family tradition.
  • Christmas at Dolly Partons Stampede in Branson begin October 24, 2019 and continue through January 4, 2020.

Harlem Globetrotters To Commemorate World Mental Health Day On Oct. 10

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Thursday, October 10, 2019
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ATLANTA, Oct. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Harlem Globetrotters will commemorate World Mental Health Day on Thursday, Oct. 10 with the launch of a special shooting sleeve inspired by their partners at Nationwide Children's Hospital.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Harlem Globetrotters will commemorate World Mental Health Day on Thursday, Oct. 10 with the launch of a special shooting sleeve inspired by their partners at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
  • "One in five children in the United States are living with mental illness," said Globetrotter President Howard Smith.
  • The Harlem Globetrotters are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills for the past 93 years.
  • For more information about children's mental health and to help break the silence and stigma around mental illness, visit OnOurSleeves.org .

Herschend Live Unveils New Sales And Marketing Structure, Announces Promotions Of Key Executives, As Well As Hiring Of Two Agencies For Harlem Globetrotters

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019
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The operational company also announced several key new additions and promotions in a restructuring of Herschend Live marketing, as well as new partnerships with two leading marketing agencies.

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  • The operational company also announced several key new additions and promotions in a restructuring of Herschend Live marketing, as well as new partnerships with two leading marketing agencies.
  • The move comes in efforts to further advance Globetrotters as innovators in live entertainment both on and off the court.
  • Leading the changes to the marketing group is the promotion of industry veteran Amanda Gabelman to vice president, sales and marketing.
  • Prior to this role, Amanda worked for the Globetrotters as a marketing director, implementing new practices for the Globetrotters that greatly improved box office success.

Herschend Entertainment Studios Acquires Rights to "The Keys to the Kingdom" Series by Internationally Best-Selling Author Garth Nix

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Tuesday, June 4, 2019
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"It is exciting to welcome a world renowned author like Garth Nix to the Herschend family," said Andrew Wexler, CEO of Herschend Enterprises.

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  • "It is exciting to welcome a world renowned author like Garth Nix to the Herschend family," said Andrew Wexler, CEO of Herschend Enterprises.
  • "I am delighted to be working with Herschend Entertainment Studios to bring The Keys to the Kingdom to the screen," said Garth Nix.
  • "Garth's world-building talent is a force to be reckoned with," said Herschend Entertainment Studios Vice President Julie Phillips.
  • Operating companies include Herschend Live, Pink Adventure Tours and Herschend Family Entertainment, the nation's largest family-owned themed attraction corporation.

Dollywood Officially Opens Largest Expansion in Park History

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Friday, May 10, 2019
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Dollywood again solidified its place among the nations premier family destinations as Dolly Parton today officially opened Wildwood Grove, the largest expansion in park history.

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  • Dollywood again solidified its place among the nations premier family destinations as Dolly Parton today officially opened Wildwood Grove, the largest expansion in park history.
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    Visitors to Wildwood Grove enjoy 11 thrilling new experiences at the largest expansion in the history of Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
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    At $37 million, Wildwood Grove is Dollywood theme parks largest capital investment ever and is the first new area added to Dollywood since Wilderness Pass in 2008.
  • The Dollywood Company President Craig Ross explained the significance of the newest addition to the storied theme park.

Harlem Globetrotters Continue Support Of U.S. State Department's Sports Envoy Program With Upcoming Visit To Uzbekistan

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Wednesday, April 24, 2019
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In addition to the clinics and anti-bullying program, the Globetrotters will also play three games against the Washington Generals at Humo Arena in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on May 26, 28 and 30.

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  • In addition to the clinics and anti-bullying program, the Globetrotters will also play three games against the Washington Generals at Humo Arena in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on May 26, 28 and 30.
  • "It is always an honor to be asked by the State Department to spread our message of goodwill around the world," said Howard Smith, president of the Harlem Globetrotters.
  • Shortly after the game, the Secretary of State, Dean Acheson, acknowledged the Harlem Globetrotters as "ambassadors of extraordinary goodwill."
  • The Harlem Globetrotters are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills for the past 92 years.

Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction Marks Significant Milestones in 2019

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Monday, February 18, 2019
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When Dolly Parton created her Stampede Dinner Attraction, she envisioned a unique entertainment experience for families, combining a spectacular show with a delicious home-cooked meal.

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  • When Dolly Parton created her Stampede Dinner Attraction, she envisioned a unique entertainment experience for families, combining a spectacular show with a delicious home-cooked meal.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190218005352/en/
    Dolly Parton's Stampede in Branson, Missouri celebrates its 25th season in 2019.
  • During this Silver Anniversary season, Dolly Partons Stampede is celebrating 25 Years of Memories.
  • Founded in 1988, World Choice Investments, LLC, doing business as Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud, Smoky Mountain Opry, The Comedy Barn Theater, and Frizzle Chicken Farmhouse Caf, operates dinner attraction venues and restaurants for family fun and adventure in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; Branson, Missouri; and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Harlem Globetrotters And Baden Sports Announce Multi-Year Partnership Renewal

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Tuesday, January 29, 2019
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ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The world famous Harlem Globetrotters and Baden Sports today announced that they have extended their official partnership, keeping Baden as the official ball of the Harlem Globetrotters through 2023.

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  • ATLANTA, Jan. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The world famous Harlem Globetrotters and Baden Sports today announced that they have extended their official partnership, keeping Baden as the official ball of the Harlem Globetrotters through 2023.
  • Throughout the partnership, Baden and the Globetrotters will work on a joint retail licensing program designed to create new Globetrotter basketball products that will be available to fans in retail stores.
  • "We're excited to extend our partnership with Baden, which has been a partner of the Globetrotters for more than 30 years," said Globetrotters President Howard Smith.
  • Harlem Globetrotters International, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned themed entertainment company in the U.S. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, visit the Globetrotters' official Web site: www.harlemglobetrotters.com and follow them on Twitter @Globies .

Pirates Voyage Dinner Attraction’s Season Begins Feb. 8 in Myrtle Beach

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Tuesday, January 29, 2019
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Its time for the thrilling 9th season to begin at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Feb. 8.

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  • Its time for the thrilling 9th season to begin at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Feb. 8.
  • Pirates Voyage is an unbelievable adventure with sword fights, canons and pirates scaling high above two full-sized pirate ships fighting to win Davey Jones coveted sunken treasure.
  • Its time for the thrilling 9th season to begin at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, on Feb. 8.
  • About World Choice Investments: Founded in 1988, World Choice Investments, LLC, doing business as Dolly Partons Stampede Dinner Attraction and Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, operates dinner attraction venues for family fun and adventure in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Branson, Missouri and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.