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World Exclusive: Brisbane, Australia to Host Bluey's World Immersive Experience


Opening August 2024

BRISBANE, Australia, Dec. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bluey's World, a ground-breaking immersive experience will open in August 2024, exclusive to Brisbane, Queensland.

Visitors will journey through a recreation of Bluey's renowned home via impressive (for real) life-size sets, interactive play and a mesmerising soundscape, inspired by much-loved Bluey episodes. From Bluey and Bingo's bedroom to the living room and kitchen, fans will also get to play beneath the shady branches of the Poinciana tree in Bluey's backyard.

There will be so much to love about this one-of-a-kind experience, including the option to book a birthday party at the coolest party venue! Visitors can also explore and enjoy a cafe, gift shop and playground following their interactive guided experience.

Housed in its own purpose-built, state-of-the-art, 4000 square metre venue - ?Northshore Pavilion' - Bluey's World will be located in Brisbane's newest arts and entertainment precinct, Northshore.

Annastacia Palaszczuk, Queensland Premier said "Our Government has backed Bluey from the very beginning. Brisbane is at Bluey's core and now the show is a global sensation, we want to invite fans from around the world to come and experience Bluey's home.

"Queensland is a world-class place to live and play and I truly believe that is a big part of why Bluey has captured fans around the world."

Stirling Hinchliffe, Queensland Tourism Minister said Bluey was a Queensland icon.

"Brisbane and our great Queensland lifestyle are the obvious choice for the world debut of Bluey's World. The world-famous Brisbane-based Heeler family has taken global TV and streaming by storm with many embedded animated references in the show to the Queensland capital's landmarks and lifestyle.

"Bluey's World is where Australian and overseas families can connect with their favourite Heeler household like never before and explore Queensland's world-class visitor experiences.

"This is a huge win for fans and tipped to be a huge success for Queensland tourism operators too with Tourism and Events Queensland predicting Bluey's World will generate up to $18 million in visitor spending."

Adrian Schrinner, Lord Mayor of Brisbane said the exclusive Bluey's World experience pays homage to the city's most beloved export.

"Bluey is a homegrown Brisbane superstar who has captured the imagination of families worldwide. With an audience that spans more than 60 countries, Bluey's World is a unique and significant tourism offering that will draw people to our city from around the globe while giving residents more to see and do here in Brisbane.

"We're proud to support this world-first event, which will create local jobs and inject millions into our economy, with our restaurants, hotels and tourism experiences benefiting from the influx of excited Bluey fans."

Fiona Lang, General Manager, BBC Studios ANZ said: "BBC Studios is thrilled to announce the launch of Bluey's World, a groundbreaking immersive experience that will transport fans into the heart of Bluey like never before.

"Bluey's World is not just an experience; it's a celebration of the heartwarming moments that make Bluey so authentically Australian and that bring to life the joyful simplicity that can be found in families around the world. Join us on this one-of-a-kind adventure, where the world of Bluey comes to life in real life."

Andrew Kay, Producer, HVK Productions said: "Set to open in August 2024, Bluey's World promises to delight audiences of all ages. From life size sets and interactive play, with a touch of theatre - get ready to step inside Bluey's home, and immerse yourself in the joy of this beloved TV show."

Created by Joe Brumm, Bluey is produced by Emmy® Award-winning Ludo Studio for ABC KIDS and co-commissioned by ABC Children's and BBC Studios Kids & Family. A global phenomenon, the show follows the adventures of Bluey - a loveable, inexhaustible Blue Heeler dog - who lives with her Mum, Dad and her little sister Bingo. Bluey uses her limitless energy to play games that unfold in unpredictable and hilarious ways bringing her family and the whole neighbourhood into her world of fun. The show is now broadcasting and streaming in more than 60 countries and is beloved the world over by both parents and kids for its heart, humour and relatable family moments.

Ludo Studio said: "Ludo Studio are excited to work with the talented teams at HVK Productions and BBC studios to create an extraordinary experience which will give fans a unique opportunity to explore Bluey's house for real life in her hometown of Brisbane."

Bluey's World is produced by BBC Studios and HVK Productions, and supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland, and Brisbane City Council via Brisbane Economic Development Agency, and features on the It's Live! in Queensland events calendar.

To join the waitlist for Bluey's World tickets visit blueysworld.com

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About Bluey
Bluey is produced by Ludo Studio for ABC KIDS (Australia) and co-commissioned by ABC Children's and BBC Studios. Financed in association with Screen Australia, Bluey is proudly 100% created, written, animated, and post produced in Brisbane Queensland, Australia,with funding from the Queensland Government through Screen Queensland and the Australian Government. Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | YouTube

About Ludo Studio
Ludo Studio is a BAFTA, multi-Emmy® and Logie award-winning Australian studio that creates and produces original scripted drama, animation and digital stories that are authored by incredible local talent, distributed globally and loved by audiences everywhere. ludostudio.com.au

About BBC Studios Kids & Family
BBC Studios Kids & Family is an integral part of the BBC Studios content powerhouse ? a commercial subsidiary of the BBC Group which produces, invests and distributes content globally.

With specialist knowledge of what makes young audiences tick, BBC Studios Kids & Family identifies and nurtures great projects and turns them into global hits, seamlessly taking content from conception, development and production to investment, franchise management and distribution.

The division's multi-genre portfolio includes some of the most exciting and successful franchises in the world with BAFTA and International Emmy winning craft and storytelling, including Bluey, Hey Duggee, Hey Duggee Squirrel Club, Deadly Mission Shark, Andy's Amazing Adventures, Supertato, and Popularity Papers. The division's ever-growing slate also includes Rafi the Wishing Wizard, Stan Can, Peter and the Wolf, and Picklestorm, as well as established UK hits and iconic shows such as Blue Peter, The Dumping Ground, JoJo & Gran Gran, The Beaker Girls, Lagging and CBeebies: Shakespeare at the Globe.

Its productions air on channels and leading content platforms around the world including CBeebies, CBBC, Disney, ABC Australia, Tencent China and Nickelodeon.

About BBC Studios
BBC Studios is a commercial subsidiary of the BBC Group with sales of £2.1 billion (2021/22: £1,630 million). Able to take an idea seamlessly from thought to screen and beyond, the business is built on two operating areas: the global Content Studio, which produces, invests and distributes content globally and Channels & Streaming, with BBC branded channels, services and joint ventures in the UK and internationally. Around 2,500 hours of award-winning British programmes are made by the business every year, with over 80% of total BBC Studios revenues coming from non-BBC customers including Discovery, Apple and Netflix. Its content is internationally recognised across a broad range of genres and specialisms, with brands like Strictly Come Dancing/Dancing with the Stars, Top Gear, the Planet series, Bluey and Doctor Who. BBC.com is BBC Studios' global digital news platform, offering up-to-the-minute international news, in-depth analysis and features.
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