Matt & Rich will be attending the IAAPA Expo and would love to meet with you. Join us at the Themed Entertainment Association International Mixer at Epic Universe on Tuesday evening where Matt will be a proudly unveil the 32nd Annual Thea Award Recipients – the industry's most prestigious honour in themed entertainment.
Hosted at the legendary Knott’s Berry Farm, Matt will moderate a session bringing together senior leaders from Six Flags to discuss the vision, purpose, and potential of their historic merger—one that unites two of the industry’s most iconic families of parks. Panelists will explore how they’re honoring the legacy of beloved destinations while building a unified future rooted in innovation, storytelling, and shared values. From preserving each park’s unique identity to unlocking new opportunities for creativity, guest experience, and collaboration, this conversation offers an inside look at how the combined organization is shaping a thrilling new chapter for the global themed entertainment industry.
Matt Barton will be in London for Brand Licensing Europe on Wednesday 8th October to talk about an exciting new Immersive Walk Through Experience that CurtainUp have been engaged to help develop. Want to know more? E-mail me and let's meet...
Matt Barton will be attending the 2025 IAAPA Expo Europe in Barcelona from 22-26 September. Attendees will be able to find Matt between the Experience UK stand (#2-118) and the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) stand (#1-1027).
New venture combines the expertise of industry pioneers to turn ambitious creative visions into reality
Building on over two decades of excellence in the professional audiovisual (AV) industry, 7thSense (www.7thSense.one) is proud to announce the launch of its new sister company, CurtainUp. CurtainUp is driven by a team of experts dedicated to delivering exceptional technical project management, tailored software solutions, proof of concept testing, and innovative display system consultancy.
Founded by pixel technology experts Richard Brown, Matt Barton, and Adam Neale, CurtainUp brings a combined wealth of experience in solving the most complex technical challenges in live entertainment, theme parks, museums, and immersive environments around the globe. With a strong legacy shaped through years of collaboration with 7thSense, the CurtainUp team is focussed on empowering clients to think boldly, and beyond the extraordinary.
“For over twenty years, 7thSense has helped customers open shows, experiences and attractions on time by providing the highest-quality, flexible AV products,” said Richard Brown, co-founder of CurtainUp. “With CurtainUp, we’re expanding on that legacy. We’re giving clients direct access to a dedicated team that’s focussed on project management, technical problem solving, innovation, and turning creative vision into reality while 7thSense continues to expand its AV product offerings.”
CurtainUp’s wide range of services include:
Technical project direction and management: End-to-end guidance from design through delivery, ensuring projects stay on schedule and exceed expectations.
Custom software solutions: Bespoke tools and systems tailored to unique technical and creative requirements.
Technical problem solving: Drawing on years of experience, the CurtainUp team provides detailed investigation, diagnoses and solution services to keep ensure projects stay on track.
Proof of concept studies: Rapid prototyping and feasibility analyses to test bold ideas, early on in a project.
Display system innovation development: Advanced design and integration for next-generation display experiences.
“Our approach is grounded in the unshakable rule of entertainment that is ‘The show must go on,” said Matt Barton. “That mantra continues with CurtainUp. We’re here to make sure no creative ambition is too big, and no technical challenge is too complex.”
CurtainUp is uniquely positioned to leverage deep industry knowledge, robust technical infrastructure, and a trusted reputation for delivering under pressure.
“We are incredibly excited about what this means for the industry,” notes Adam Neale. “CurtainUp is here to collaborate with integration partners and offer services that strengthen and support project teams. With a commitment to ensuring success at every stage, from concept to curtain call.”