More elusive than the credit for the kiddie coaster at your local theme park is EJ Hill’s art installation Brava! which is part of a larger art installation called Brake Run Helix at MASS MoCA. It’s only there for a limited time so if you want to add this credit to your list, it’s time to make your travel plans and secure your reservation to ride. 

Co-host Jessica spent some time with artist and coaster enthusiast EJ Hill recently. His story and his vision stretch far beyond the theme parks.

In this episode:

[02:20] EJ’s home park (Six Flags Magic Mountain) and favorite coaster (listen to find out)

[06:21] His unusual journey into art

[12:20] His experience walking in the world of art, his journey to make art more accessible

[20:00] Creating art from an abandoned theme park/Six Flags New Orleans (Jazzland)

[34:58] Brava! (open until January 2024)

Make your reservation to ride Brake Run Helix here.

Learn more about EJ’s work at his website: EJhill.info

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