William Alton Senior Technical Director Robert started his 30+ year career in traditional theater as the production manager/technical director for a 750 seat performing arts center where he produced over 90 events a year and taught technical theater at St. Martin's College (now St. Martin's University). In 2005 Robert moved to California to attend CalArts and discovered the Themed Entertainment aspect of the entertainment world and has not looked back. Past highlights include working the Batman Stunt Show at Six Flags Magic Mountain, design of the Dubai Parks Bollywood, and design and implementation of Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Beyond theme parks, Robert's award winning contributions can be seen at Beyond all Boundaries at the National World War II Museum, brand experiences for Johnnie Walker and The Legend of Luna immersive lobby show for Great Wolf Resorts. Robert combines his love of science and engineering with his affection for the performing arts to contribute creative technical solutions to projects. He is know for being a calm voice and is able to coordinate conventional construction methodologies with the non-conventional needs of themed entertainment. EDUCATION B.A Theater Arts and Drama Washington State University MFA Technical Direction, California Institute of the Arts NOTABLE PROJECTS Beyond all Boundaries, National World War II Museum Bollywood Park, Dubai Parks UAE Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi UAE Clynelish Distillery Tour, Scotland Cardhu Distillery Tour, Scotland USA Pavilion, 2010 World Expo, Shanghai, China. The Fast and the Furious Ride Opening Press Event, Hollywood, CA. Back to team
Ezra Perez
Sydney Holt2025-03-11T19:21:56+00:00William Alton Director of Project Management Thoughtful, versatile, and dynamic project director with 15+ years’ experience working with and guiding creative project teams from concept to delivery. Accustomed to managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver world class one of a kind attractions on accelerated time tables in logistically challenged environments as the Owners representative. Projects completed total $1.1B over a 15 year period. NOTABLE PROJECTS Fast and Furious: Supercharged, Universal Studios Hollywood, California The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Studios Hollywood, California and Orlando, Florida Velocicoaster, Universal Studios Orlando, Florida Back to team
Nichole Garza
Sydney Holt2025-03-11T19:22:15+00:00William Alton Director of Project Development As the Director of Project Development, Nichole collaborates with clients in the earliest stages of development, understanding their goals and needs, and these into phases of design that lay the foundation for creatively and commercially successful experiences. Nichole brings over 15 years of experience in themed entertainment, live theatrical productions, and world-renowned events from both Production and Business Development perspectives. She brings the blend of these experiences to her work collaborating closely with clients and project teams, guiding the design process to create unique and memorable experiences that are aligned with clients’ vision and goals. Nichole spent many years touring with Ringing Bros., Barnum & Bailey Circus, eventually serving as the Director of Production. In this role, she was responsible for guiding the creative development of new shows, bridging the expertise of artists from the live entertainment community with the unique and particular needs of a real life three ring circus. This experience has given Nichole a broad perspective, experience working with exceptionally diverse teams and bridging the worlds of technicians, artists and acrobats, uniting them around a common vision and leading the path forward. Nichole has worked with a diverse array of clients throughout the themed entertainment and live entertainment communities including Dragone, Prince’s Paisley Park, Universal Studios, City Football Group, and The National WWII Museum. Back to team



