STUDIO CITY, Calif., Feb. 25, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tix Corporation (Nasdaq:TIXC), a leading integrated entertainment company providing discount and premium ticketing services, event and branded merchandising, and production/promotion of live concert and theatrical events, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Exhibit Merchandising LLC ("Exhibit Merchandising") opened the "Real Pirates" merchandise and gift store in the Chicago Field Museum on Wednesday, February 25, 2009.
The Chicago Field Museum will be the berth of the 8,400-square-foot interactive exhibition "Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship" from February 25, 2009 to October 31, 2009. The exhibition was previously presented at The Franklin in Philadelphia from May 31, 2008 to November 2, 2008. The Exhibit is expecting approximately 300,000 visitors during its Chicago port stay.
Organized by National Geographic and Arts and Exhibitions International, the exhibition contains more than 200 artifacts recovered by explorer Barry Clifford and his team from the wreck of the Whydah -- the first fully authenticated pirate ship ever to be discovered in U.S. waters. Through compelling true stories of those who lived aboard the Whydah almost 300 years ago, "Real Pirates" examines the rich history of Caribbean trade routes during the 18th century and the link between the slave trade and piracy.
"Real Pirates is a fascinating exhibit for children and adults alike and we are very pleased to continue contributing to its success," stated Mitch Francis, Chief Executive Officer. "As a leader in branded merchandise, our subsidiary, Exhibit Merchandising, also has two additional store locations connected to the fabulous King Tut exhibits in Atlanta and Dallas and supports the overall growth of Tix Corporation by providing cross promotional opportunities with our Ticketing Services and Live Entertainment groups."
About Tix Corporation
Tix Corporation is an integrated entertainment company providing discount and premium ticketing services, event and branded merchandising, and production/promotion of live concert and theatrical events. It currently operates six prime locations in Las Vegas under the Tix4Tonight marquee -- offering up to a 50 percent discount for same-day shows, concerts, attractions and sporting events. It also offers discount reservations for golf and dining at its sales locations in Las Vegas. The Company also offers premium tickets to concerts, theater and sporting events throughout the United States under its Tix4AnyEvent.com brand. Its Exhibit Merchandising operation is engaged in branded merchandise development and sales activities related to museum exhibitions and other events -- including the King Tutankhamun and Real Pirates tours, selling themed souvenir memorabilia and collector's items in specialty stores in conjunction with the specific events and venues. The Company's newest division, Tix Productions, is dedicated to live concert and theatrical promotion and production throughout the United States, Canada and Europe and operates under the banners of its recent acquisitions, Magic Arts and Entertainment and NewSpace Entertainment.
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