Amanda Brunak (310) 947-1839 [email protected]

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CONTACT: AMANDA BRUNAK (310) 947-1839 [email protected]

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WARNER BROS TO HOST GRAND OPENING EVENT FOR NEW WARNER BROS ABU DHABI The event is planned to generate attention and excitement for the park’s 29 rides, restaurants, attractions, shops and shows.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burbank, CA, March 11, 2018 –

Warner Bros World announced today that they will start off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Kevin Tsujihara, CEO of Warner Bros, is expected to cut the ribbon.

The ceremony will be followed by press meeting (Q&A session) and red carpet walk with VIP celebrity appearances. Expected celebrity appearances include Ben Affleck, the role of Batman in the 2017 film Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Gal Gadot, the leading role in the 2017 Wonder woman film, and the cast of the Harry Potter film series.

Warner Bros Super-fans will have an all-access pass to the press meeting and red carpet. An estimated amount of 50 Super-fans from across the world will be exclusively invited and flown to the event as an all-expense, paid trip.

Starting May 10, 2018, fans can have access to the official Warnerbrosworld.com website where they will be able to enter themselves in a drawing to be one of the few selected for the grand-opening event. Fans are able to double their chances by posting to Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #WarnerBrosWorldAbuDhabi and following the official @warnerbrosabudhabi Twitter.

Fans will be able to receive additional information via Twitter with details of events leading up to the park’s grand opening in addition to reveals for the numerous movie-based rides. The park’s owner, Miral Asset Management LLC, announced in February 2017 that ride delivery and installation had begun with many of the 29 rides being tested and will be revealed to fans over the course of the next few months.

“We are absolutely thrilled with the installation of the 29 rides built throughout the park,” said CEO of Miral Asset Management Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, I am certain that Warner Bros biggest fans who will take part in the grand opening celebration will appreciate the detail of each section of the park..”

“We are incredibly excited to bring fantasy to life and provide fans with an experience of a lifetime,” said Kevin Tsujihara, CEO of Warner Bros, “Our intention of the grand opening event is to generate as much attention as possible towards Warner Bros World and to give fans across the world the experience they have always dreamed of, in fact, fans can expect the chance of official movie characters being included in our grand opening event”

“Growing up I was always a huge fan of Warner Bros movies, my family and I would always watch them together, said Ben Affleck, the role of Batman in the 2017 film Batman V. Superman, “I expect my biggest fans to be entering this competition. I want to meet them as much as they want to meet me.”

ABOUT WARNER BROS. ENTERTAINMENT

Warner Bros. Entertainment is a global leader in all forms of entertainment and their related businesses across all current and emerging media and platforms. A Time Warner Company, the fully integrated, broad-based studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD and Blu-ray, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, and broadcasting.

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CONTACT: AMANDA BRUNAK (310) 947-1839 [email protected]

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WARNER BROS WORLD PARTNERS WITH NON-PROFIT MAKE-A-

WISH-FOUNDATION

Burbank, CA, April 15, 2018 – CEO of Warner Bros Pictures and the company’s social media staff spent the past month searching for Warner Bros’ biggest fans to invite to the Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi grand opening event on July 25, 2019. Instead, they were stricken by one fan in particular via Twitter.

On Monday Tsujihara checked Twitter and noticed the trending hashtag #bringNoahtoWarnerBrosWorld. The hashtag was regarding nine-year-old Noah Michaels from Boise, Idaho and was started by his close friends and family members to bring attention to his wish.

Tsujihara learned that Michaels was a major Warner Bros fan with the dream of meeting Ben Affleck, the role of Batman in Batman V. Superman. He also learned that Michaels is a

Chemotherapy patient and cannot afford the cost of traveling to Warner Bros World- Abu Dhabi.

After Tsujihara learned about Noah Michaels’ story, he flew to Boise, Idaho to surprise Michaels with an invitation to the grand-opening event of Warner Bros World- Abu Dhabi. Tsujihara was then inspired to bring the Warner Bros Super-Fan contest to a larger audience.

Warner Bros have World has decided to partner with Make-A-Wish-Foundation to grant "wishes" to children with life-threatening medical conditions with a passion for the film industry and a love for Warner Bros movies. The two partners will be inviting these children from across the United States to attend the park’s grand-opening celebration.

To nominate a child with life-threatening medical conditions with the wish to attend the celebration, one can visit wish.org and go to the page “Make-A-Wish.” Each child nominated will be considered and notified by November 18, 2018.

With having two, beautiful children of my own, I could not imagine telling them no, especially if the reason was due to financial reasons,” said Warner Bros CEO Tsujihara, “hearing Noah’s compelling story encouraged me to bring his dream a reality. Warner Bros World and I are extremely looking forward to partnering with Make-A-Wish-Foundation to grant more wishes to kids across the country that have similar conditions like Noah’s.”

About Make-A-Wish-Foundation

Tens of thousands of volunteers, donors and supporters advance the Make-A-Wish® vision to grant the wish of every child diagnosed with a critical illness. In the United States and its territories, on average, a wish is granted every 34 minutes. We believe a wish experience can be a game-changer. This one belief guides us and inspires us to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids we serve.

ABOUT WARNER BROS ENTERTAINMENT

An Experience for Every Park Opening: Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi is expected to open on July 25, 2018 Warner Bros Super Fan Where: Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi is located on Yas Island, just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 50 minutes from Dubai. The park is located on Yas Island near Ferrari World and Yas Waterpark.

About: • The theme park is indoor and fully air-conditioned, as is typical of most major theme parks in this region due to the extreme heat in the summer.

• The facade features a 61-metre-tall (200 ft) tower inspired by the iconic Warner Bros. Water Tower in Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will be Burbank, California.

organized into six themed areas; Gotham • An adjoining hotel is also being built at the center City, Metropolis, Cartoon Junction, of Yas Island.

Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch and Warner • Approximately 1 billion dollars was invested into the Bros Plaza. Gotham and Metropolis park. The park will contain 29 rides, restaurants, attractions, shops and shows. would be based on the fictional settings of DC Comics super heroes Batman and • The park will feature characters from Warner Bros franchises, such as Looney Tunes, DC Comics, Superman, respectively. Warner Bros.'s Hanna-Barbera, and others. Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera

cartoon libraries would be featured in Cartoon Junction and Dynamite Gulch,

along with Bedrock, which will be themed around The Flintstones. Warner Bros

Plaza would mimic the Hollywood of the past.

Facts Regarding Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi Grand Opening- Celebration

The Event: The event will be held at the main entrance of Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi The event will start at 10am (GMT). It will begin with an Official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. Kevin Tsujihara, CEO of Warner Bros, is expected to cut the ribbon.

• The ceremony will be followed by press meeting (Q&A session) and red carpet walk with VIP celebrity appearances. • Expected celebrity appearances include Ben Affleck, the role of Batman in the 2017 film Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Gal Gadot, the leading role in the 2017 Wonder woman film, and the cast of the Harry Potter film series.

FAN SWEEPSTAKES: Warner Bros Super-fans will have an all-access pass to the press meeting and red carpet. An estimated amount of 50 Super-fans from across the world will be exclusively invited and flown to the event as an all-expense, paid trip. • Starting May 10, 2018, fans can have access to the official www.wbworldabudhabi.com website where they will be able to enter themselves in a drawing to be one of the few selected for the grand-opening event. Social Media Engagement -Fans are able to double their chances by posting to Twitter using the hashtag #WarnerBrosWorldAbuDhabi and following the official @warnerbrosabudhabi Twitter.

Fans will be able to receive additional information via Facebook with details at Facebook.com/WarnerBrosWorldAbuDhabi

PHILANTHROPY Warner Bros have World has decided to partner with Make- A-Wish-Foundation to grant "wishes" to children with life-threatening medical conditions with a passion for the film industry and a love for Warner Bros movies. The two partners will be inviting these children from across the United States to attend the park’s grand-opening celebration. To nominate a child with life-threatening medical conditions with the wish to attend the celebration, one can visit wish.org and go to the page “Make-A-Wish.” Each child nominated will be considered and notified by November 18, 2018.

Meet: Noah Michaels- Warner Bros. Super fan Eight-year-old Noah Michaels has lived in Boise, Idaho his whole life. His passion for Warner Bros. Superheroes was sparked when his sister gifted him with a Batman action figure as a Christmas present when he was six.

In 2016, Noah was diagnosed with Leukemia and spent the following years of his youth with doctors’ visits and sitting in hospital rooms. Although Noah’s health was in poor condition, he always managed to keep a positive outlook on life and worry less about himself; like his favorite Superhero, Batman. To pass time during his hospital visits he would watch Batman movies with the nurses.

In January 2018, Noah and his father had plans to attend the premier of Batman: Gotham by Gaslight. Noah was hoping to meet his idol, Ben Affleck, the leading role of Batman. Unfortunately, Noah had to make an emergency trip to the hospital and him and his father had to cancel their plans.

Later that month, Noah’s friends and family created the hashtag #bringNoahtoWarnerBrosWorld with hopes of Noah receiving the opportunity to meet Ben Affleck in Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Within three days of the hashtag going viral on Twitter, it caught the attention of Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara.

Tsujihara was inspired to fly to Boise and personally gift Noah with an exclusive invitation to the Warner Bros. World Grand-Opening Celebration. After hearing the news, Noah’s face immediately lit up with excitement and his smile was contagious.

Not only did Noah receive his wish, but he inspired Tsujihara to grant wishes to other kids in similar positions like Noah’s.

Warner Bros. World has decided to partner with Make-A-Wish-Foundation to grant "wishes" to children with life-threatening medical conditions with a passion for the film industry and a love for Warner Bros movies. The two partners will be inviting these children from across the United States to attend the park’s grand-opening celebration.

Publish Date: March 17, 2018: With everything going on in the world, there’s one thing we all share; A passion for the film industry; A Blog by Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara

After graduating USC Marshall School of Business in 1986, I was not entirely sure what I wanted to do. However, I knew that I wanted to pursue a career that would provide me with the ability to represent a company I was passionate about and which brought people together on a national scale.

In 2013, I worked my way up the industry latter and found my home at Warner Bros., eventually becoming CEO. I am proud to be the first Asian American to be the CEO of a major Hollywood studio, and the fifth leader in the 90-year history of Warner Bros. With my parents being Japanese immigrants, this was such an accomplishment for my family and I.

It is important for the world to acknowledge that the film industry does not belong to one, specific race. Warner Bros. strives to hire people from all over the world

2 with numerous backgrounds. As a result, the entertainment company is one of the most respected, diversified and successful motion picture and television studios in the world.

In today’s age, the human race struggles to see eye to eye when it comes to politics and beliefs. However, with everything going on in the world, there’s one thing we all share, a passion for the film industry.

Whether its experiencing the tales of Harry Potter, witnessing the ride-or-die romance of Bonnie and Clyde, to watching the empowering Wonderwoman, Warner Bros. Entertainment has brought millions of people together from across the world and united them through a fan base, ever since the company’s establishment in 1923.

Every day, Warner Bros. looks for ways in which we can grow as a company and continue to unite and give back to our loyal fans from across the world. This year, we are thrilled to announce the grand-opening of Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.

We believe the United Arab Emirates is the perfect location for Warner Bros. World. We are excited to bring hundreds of jobs to Abu Dhabi and provide the experience of a lifetime to our international fans with the park’s 38 acres of land and 1- billion-dollar investment.

With the 29 rides, restaurants, attractions, shops and shows, there is truly something for every type of Warner Bros. Fan at every age.

I look forward to seeing you and your family at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.

Kevin Tsujihara, CEO of Warner Bros. Kevin Tsujihara

Publish Date: January 1, 2019

An FAQ on Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi Grand-Opening Day (Answered by Dee Dee Myers, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Warner Bros. Entertainment)

Dee Dee oversees all of the company's corporate communications strategies and activities on a global basis, including media relations, public positioning, executive communications, corporate responsibility and philanthropy.

• When is the park’s grand opening? The park is expected to open on July 25, 2019. On grand-opening day, visitors can access the park at 10am after the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

On regular park days, the park is open from 7:40am-11pm, Monday through Sunday.

• Where is the park? Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi is located on Yas Island, just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 50 minutes from Dubai.

• Are all rides accessible for all guests?

There will be a range of thrill levels and accessibility options for rides and attractions, with some open to all and some with height restrictions.

• What can visitors expect? With 38 acres of land, there is something for every type of Warner Bros. Fan. Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will be organized into six themed areas; Gotham City, Metropolis, Cartoon Junction,

Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch and Warner Bros Plaza. Gotham and Metropolis would be based on the fictional settings of DC Comics super heroes Batman and Superman, respectively. Warner Bros.'s Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera cartoon libraries would be featured in Cartoon Junction and Dynamite Gulch, along with Bedrock, which will be themed around The Flintstones.

• What should visitors bring to the park? The entire park is indoor and air-conditioned. However, visitors are encouraged to bring comfortable walking shoes, bottled water to stay hydrated, and a smile on their face!

• Where can I buy tickets? Official Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi tickets are now on sale at http://www.wbworldabudhabi.com/

• How can fans have a chance at attending the Grand-Opening Celebration? Warner Bros Super-fans have the opportunity to participate in our official sweepstakes to win an all- access pass to the ribbon-cutting ceremony and red carpet. An estimated amount of 50 Super-fans from across the world will be exclusively invited and flown to the event at an all-expense, paid trip.

Starting May 10, 2018, fans can have access to the official http://www.wbworldabudhabi.com/ website where they will be able to enter themselves in a drawing to be one of the few selected for the Grand-Opening Celebration.

Fans are able to double their chances by posting to Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #WarnerBrosWorldAbuDhabi and following the official @warnerbrosabudhabi Twitter. Fans are encouraged to check Twitter for official park updates and events as well.

• How can fans in other countries still partake in the celebration?

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will be hosting an official Facebook livestream on July 25, 2019. The livestream will start at 10am.

• I am planning a trip for my family and I to visit Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. What are the best surrounding hotels? Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi’s Official Park Hotel is expected to be completed in November 2019. In the meantime, visitors are encouraged to stay at Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotan, Hilton Abu Dhabi and Hotel Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche. Fans staying at these partner hotels will receive complimentary shuttle access to-and-from the park during park hours.

A Media Pitch Letter to Renowned Indian media personality Sashi Kumar

April 5, 2019

Dear Ms. Kumar,

The official Grand-Opening of Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is July 25, 2019. Warner Bros has invested approximately 1 billion dollars into the park’s construction. The park will contain 29 rides, restaurants, a variety of attractions, shops and shows; this is something that your diverse, international audience would be interested in hearing about.

To generate fan excitement from across the world, the park will be hosting an official Grand-Opening Celebration. Fans are able to participate in a sweepstakes for the chance to win VIP passes to the event at http://www.wbworldabudhabi.com/. In addition, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is proud to announce it’s partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation. I have attached further details to this email.

The Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Grand-Opening Celebration is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We would like to formally invite you to attend. You will be provided with an access pass to a press meeting (Q&A session), ribbon- cutting ceremony hosted by Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara and red carpet walk with VIP celebrity appearances. You will have all-access towards celebrity interviews and obtaining exclusive footage.

Expected celebrity appearances include Ben Affleck, the role of Batman in the 2017 film Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Gal Gadot, the leading role in the 2017 Wonder woman film, and the cast of the Harry Potter film series.

Among the elements we’ve prepared for your use are:

• Press Release on the Grand-Opening Celebration • Second Day Press Release on our partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation • Fact Sheet on the Park Details • Fact Sheet Grand-Opening Celebration Details • A Media Advisory • Backgrounder on the park • B-Roll Footage of Park Construction (If cannot attend)

Please contact me if I can provide additional information for your consideration. Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara would also be incredibly enthusiastic to speak with you regarding an interview.

We look forward to seeing you at the Official Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Grand-Opening Celebration.

Best,

Amanda Brunak (310) 947-1839, mailto:[email protected]

Pollack PR Marketing Group July 25, 2019- 5:00 am - 4 pm Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Yas West - United Arab Emirates FREE PRESS PARKING IN PARKING LOT D MEDIA ALERT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: AMANDA BRUNAK The Pollack PR Marketing Group 310-947-1839 http://[email protected] Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Grand- Opening Celebration

An all-access opportunity to witness the opening of the theme park with special guests.

JULY 25, 2019 OPEN FOR MEDIA, DAILY 5:00 AM – 4:00 PM

WHAT? AN EXCLUSIVE, BEHIND-THE-SCENES EXPERIENCE Press will receive an all-access pass to a meeting (Q&A session), ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara and red carpet walk with VIP celebrity appearances. Press will be able to obtain celebrity interviews and obtaining exclusive footage. Cocktails, beverages and small plates will be served.

WHY BE THERE?

A FIRST LOOK AT A THEME PARK FOR FANS OF ALL AGES AND BACKGROUNDS Warner Bros has invested approximately 1 billion dollars into the park’s construction. The park will contain 29 rides, restaurants, a variety of attractions, shops and shows; Something for every kind of Warner Bros. Fan.

GREAT PHOTO/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: Expected celebrity appearances include Ben Affleck, the role of Batman in the 2017 film Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Gal Gadot, the leading role in the 2017 Wonder woman film, and the cast of the Harry Potter film series.

-Reporters will have access to interview Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara

Get the Inside Scoops on Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Partnership with Make- A-Wish Foundation : Make-A-Wish Foundation CEO and President David A. Williams will be available for interviews. Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi Yas West - United Arab Emirates

Media Contact: Amanda Brunak, (310) 947-1839, [email protected]

Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi Backgrounder Through Years of Planning, The Park Plans to Unite Warner Bros. Fans from All Over the World

Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. is an American entertainment company that is a division of Time Warner and is headquartered in Burbank, California. Warner Bros. Entertainment was inspired to build Warner Bros. World in Abu Dhabi as a gift to their large, international fan base.

Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi is located on Yas Island, just 15 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 50 minutes from Dubai. The park is also near Ferrari World and Yas Waterpark. The park is expected to open on July 25, 2019. The park on opening-day will include 29 rides, restaurants, attractions, shops and shows. Warner Bros. World is one of the largest indoor theme parks in the world. The park was entirely designed for park visitors to imagine themselves in a variety of Warner Bros. Movies. The park will feature characters from Warner Bros franchises, such as Looney Tunes, DC Comics, Hanna-Barbera, and others.

Built across 38 acres of land, Warner Bros. Entertainment carefully selected Abu Dhabi for the park’s location as an opportunity to build on 38 acres of land. The company plans to give back to Abu Dhabi and enhance their city’s economy by hiring approximately one thousand employees within the first few weeks of opening. Warner Bros. plans to give the opportunity to fans from all over the world to access the park on the first day of opening. Fans are able to enter a sweepstakes through the Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi’s official website and social media platforms.

In April 2018, Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi announced its partnership with the Non- profit, Make-A-Wish Foundation. The partnership was formed with the effort to grant

2 wishes to children from across the world with disabilities/health issues and provide them with the opportunity to visit the theme park at an all-expense, paid trip. By November 2018, Warner Bros. was proud to announce their selection of 200 children ranging from the United States, Australia, Europe, and South America.

With the 200 children expected to have an all-access pass to the park on grand- opening day, it is expected that approximately 30+ celebrities from across the world will make guest appearances. In addition, nine-thousand pre-sale tickets have sold for grand-opening day.

The park welcomes visitors of all ages. Visitors can access six immersive lands throughout the park. The six immersive lands include: • Metropolis: The City of Tomorrow; soaring structures, a bustling urban center, and, of course, Superman.

• Warner Bros. Plaza: All things Warner Bros. exciting worlds come together in this modern Hollywood Boulevard.

• Bedrock: The prehistoric home of the Flintstones where you can have a Yabba- Dabba-Doo time.

• Dynamite Gulch: A cartoony version of the Southwest American desert featuring animated favorites.

• Cartoon Junction: The whimsical town with Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and other characters under one cartoon sky.

• Gotham City: Home to Batman and Super-Villains, where heroic exploits await around every corner. Further information regarding the park, park changes and event updates can be located at http://www.wbworldabudhabi.com/

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