Shamu Rocks in New Nighttime
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“Shamu Rocks,” a brand new nighttime killer whale show at SeaWorld, debuts March 31, 2007 for Spring into Night and returns for the adventure park’s Summer Nights |
Shamu Stadium has become one big concert arena, as Shamu stars in his own rock ’n’ roll show. With killer lights and powerful tunes, “Shamu Rocks” is a
20-minute freewheeling, musical journey through awesome natural settings. And it’s all seen through the eyes of the world’s most famous killer whale as he rides a wave of high-powered music across the planet. “Shamu Rocks,” a brand new nighttime killer whale show at SeaWorld, is now open for Spring into Night and returns for the adventure park’s Summer Nights.
Eye-popping images on four LED screens that move and rotate capture Shamu’s voyage through killer whale playgrounds across the planet.
“Killer whales are found in all oceans of the world, so we thought, ‘why not have Shamu take our guests with him on a visual and musical journey around the globe,’ ” said SeaWorld Entertainment Vice President Doug Minerd.
Hundreds of high-tech, computer-controlled lighting instruments immerse the audience in a sea of color, displaying their own dance in sync with the music, the massive LED screens, and of course, Shamu. This new show is sure to have guests on their feet, singing along and enjoying the journey right with Shamu.
“There’s no way to describe how powerful the lighting is,” said Minerd. “You have to experience it in concert with the music, the action in the pool and the energy of the crowd. It is unlike anything we’ve ever done.”
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| “Sea Lions Tonite,” a hilarious sea lion and otter show that has fun with popular culture and pokes fun at the park’s daytime shows, will be featured during Spring into Night, and will return for SeaWorld’s Summer Nights |
The whales and trainers will wow the crowd with stunning free-flowing behaviors while the on-screen images morph into a kaleidoscope of world images. On the giant LED screens, audience members will see Shamu soar past the White Cliffs of Dover, trek through the jungles of Africa, and dive into the coral reefs off the coast of Australia, among other far-flung destinations.
The video images and killer whale behaviors are complemented by an exhilarating soundtrack ranging from hip-hop and Latin rhythms to alternative tunes and classic rock ’n’ roll. SeaWorld is putting a new twist on some old favorites, with renditions of popular songs that may include “Rock and Roll All Night,”
“You Really Got Me” and “Free Ride.” Contemporary songs such as “Let’s Get Loud” and “Suerte” will help round out the soundtrack.
“Shamu Rocks” will dazzle nighttime audiences during Spring into Night, SeaWorld’s springtime soiree featuring special shows and extended hours (daily March 31–April 15; weekends April 21–May 20), and will return for Summer Nights at SeaWorld (May 26–September 3).
Spring into Night has something for the whole family: during the day, guests will enjoy all of their SeaWorld favorites, including the all-new spectacular killer whale show, “Believe,” the “Dolphin Discovery” show, “Pets Rule!” the Shark Encounter, Shamu’s Happy Harbor and more.
Spring into Night guests also won’t want to miss “Sea Lions Tonite,” a hilarious sea lion and otter show that has fun with popular culture and pokes fun at the park’s daytime shows. The pre-show features a custodian named Biff who, instead of cleaning the studio, ends up dressing up in fun and frilly costumes in a hilarious spoof of Hollywood TV shows, commercials and movie celebrities. As with any sea lion and otter show, no one is safe from the antics of prankster-loving pinnipeds, Clyde and Seamore, and mischief-making O.P. Otter, as they take aim at SeaWorld favorites including the “Believe” and “Dolphin Discovery” shows. “Sea Lions Tonite” will be featured during Spring into Night, and will return for SeaWorld’s Summer Nights.
In addition to starring in “Shamu Rocks,” the world-famous killer whale continues to entertain crowds year-round in his spectacular daytime show, “Believe,” which opened in 2006. The most ambitious killer whale show in the parks’ history, “Believe,” features a two-story stage; spectacular water fountain sprays across the width of the show pool; three underwater cameras that capture Shamu below the surface; a giant three-story whale tail that soars high above the set; and four LED screens that move and rotate as they highlight the power and beauty of SeaWorld’s killer whales. In addition to the special springtime shows, all of SeaWorld’s other attractions remain open every evening during Spring into Night, including Shipwreck Rapids, Wild Arctic, Manatee Rescue, Forbidden Reef, the aquariums and more.
During Spring into Night, March 31–April 15 and weekends April 21–May 20, park hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Weekday hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. General admission is $56 for ages 10 and older; $46 ages 3–9; free for children younger than 3. Parking is $10 for cars and $15 for RVs and campers. Prices, hours and entertainment are subject to change. For general park information, call 800.25-SHAMU or visit www.seaworldsandiego.com.
Leaders in conservation and education, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Discovery Cove care for the largest animal collection in the world and offer an education web site especially for students and teachers at www.seaworld.org. Information on the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund is at www.swbg-conservationfund.org. General park information is found at www.seaworld.com.
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