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Keith Sparks

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Keith Henley Sparks
Born
Keith Henley Sparks

1936 (1936)
Died2011 (aged 74–75)
NationalityBritish citizen
Occupation(s)Attraction designer, theme park developer
Known forAlton Towers, Prof. Burp's BubbleWorks, The Haunted House

Keith Henley Sparks was a British attraction designer and developer for theme parks around Europe; an early innovator of theme park attractions and dark rides in the United Kingdom (UK). He was known for his characteristic production style and attractions for Alton Towers, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, and the Tussauds Group.[1] Notable attractions he produced include Prof. Burp's Bubble Works, The Haunted House, and Around The World In 80 Days.

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  1. ^ Prospect Pictures (28 February 2013) [1992]. Themes, Dreams, and Scream Machines - Keith Sparks interview (YouTube video). TowersStreet. Retrieved 30 May 2017 – via YouTube. [dead link]