New killer whale show opens at SeaWorld

ORLANDO, Fla., April 22 (UPI) -- A new killer whale show called "One Ocean" opened Friday at SeaWorld Orlando in Florida, park officials announced.

Featuring an original music score, the show is to open at SeaWorld San Diego Memorial Day weekend and SeaWorld San Antonio June 10. It replaces the popular "Believe," a killer whale attraction that enjoyed a five-year run in all three SeaWorld parks.

In 2010 a killer whale named Tilikum grabbed trainer Dawn Brancheau from a poolside platform at the Orlando park, battering and drowning her in front of a horrified audience. Officials have said trainers will remain on stage and stay out of the water for the new show.

"'One Ocean' brings to life SeaWorld's mission in the most powerful way yet," Jim Atchison, president and chief executive officer of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, said in a statement. "This show is what guests love about our parks: thrilling entertainment that educates and inspires you to celebrate, connect and care for the world we share."