
Chris Durmick
Creative Director |
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As Creative Director for
Thinkwell, Chris guides and directs the creative concept
development of all Thinkwell projects. He has developed a vast
spectrum of guest experience concepts for a variety of venues
including science museums, water parks, restaurants, hotels,
aquariums, stadiums, theme parks and anywhere else you might
find themed entertainment.
Chris’ earliest
experience in themed entertainment was on stage as a performer
and stunt man for Universal Studios Hollywood, starting with
Conan: A Sword and Sorcery Spectacular. Chris moved
behind-the-scenes as Creative Director for the studio where he
spent the next fifteen years developing shows and attractions
including the Wild West Stunt Show, Flintstones: A
Musical, The Special Effects Stages, and many
seasonal events including Halloween Horror Nights and the
Annual Holiday Parades.
His background in theatre and
improvisational comedy organically led to sketch writing for the
comedy show “Quick Wits” with alumni from the US version of
Whose Line Is It Anyway, then to developing shows and
attractions for a variety of clients including Mattel, Knott’s
Berry Farm,
Marineworld, Universal Studios Islands of
Adventure, Paramount Parks, Cedar Fair, Nickelodeon, and
Dreamworks SKG.
Since joining Thinkwell, Chris has overseen
the development of the traveling museum exhibit Sesame Street
Presents: The Body, which is currently touring the United
States, and the master plan of MGM Studio City; a movie
theme park, along with many other projects.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree
from Florida State University in Theater. |