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Conclusion: Ways Forward for Theme Park and Fan Studies

Published:2020-02-17 Issue: Volume: Page:
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Author:

Williams Rebecca¹

Affiliation:

1. University of South Wales

Abstract

This chapter reiterates how theme parks offer a crucial site for the exploration of transmediality and the development of paratexts, offering an ongoing site for analysis of the intersections between fandom, media texts, and merchandise, as well as fans’ own affective and physical responses to visiting the parks. It highlights the ongoing commercial and economic value of themed spaces and the continuing expansion of such sites around the world. Arguing for a move away from Western-centric views of themed spaces and transmedia theory, the chapter concludes by proposing avenues for the future of studying theme park spaces, their fans, and the ongoing tensions that occur when fans of themed spaces and their intellectual properties come into proximity with one another.

Publisher

Amsterdam University Press

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