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Storytelling

Videos built around the storytelling theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

10 videos

I WROTE A CHILDREN'S BOOK!!!
19:44
Other

I WROTE A CHILDREN'S BOOK!!!

Makeup and body-paint creator Madeyewlook shares the story behind writing, illustrating, and self-publishing a children's book inspired by her own Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis. The book follows a young girl who discovers a superhero living inside her insulin pen, framing diabetes management as an act of courage. The video covers the multi-year creative journey, personal challenges, and the accompanying coloring book release. It is a heartfelt announcement and behind-the-scenes look rather than a Halloween or makeup tutorial.

Madeyewlook· 12,553 views
Advice from a REAL Imagineer - How to Build a Haunt at home!
13:18
Home HauntsBeginner

Advice from a REAL Imagineer - How to Build a Haunt at home!

A Disney Imagineer and art director shares professional-grade creative principles for building an engaging home haunt or yard haunt. The core insight is that a great haunt is a story, not just a collection of jump scares — it should follow a three-act narrative structure with a clear beginning, middle, and resolution. The host then begins applying this advice hands-on, planning the space, building an entryway, crafting signage, laying out pathways, and testing lighting. The result is a practical bridge between high-level theme-park design thinking and a backyard Halloween build.

Creative Geekery· 5,211 views
Ominous Descent Winter Haven FL 👻 | Florida’s SCARIEST Haunted House?!
38:42
Professional Haunted Attractions

Ominous Descent Winter Haven FL 👻 | Florida’s SCARIEST Haunted House?!

HauntScene visits Ominous Descent, a well-regarded haunted attraction in Winter Haven, Florida, capturing the full experience in 4K. The haunt is located at the Winter Haven Moose Lodge and is known for its immersive scenic design, creative storytelling, and intense live-actor scares. The nearly 40-minute vlog takes viewers through the experience from arrival to exit, conveying the atmosphere and energy of one of Florida's notable seasonal haunts.

HauntScene· 752 views
Hauntcast Episode 83: Unmasked #Hauntedlauriannewoods #calebrese #halloween #homehaunt
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Hauntcast Episode 83: Unmasked #Hauntedlauriannewoods #calebrese #halloween #homehaunt

Hauntcast Episode 83 is a feature-length Halloween podcast installment spotlighting an in-depth interview with Ben Newman of Haunted Laurianne Woods. The episode also includes music from horror rock band Calabrese alongside recurring segments covering haunted attractions news, web culture, cocktail recipes, and audio drama. At roughly two and a half hours, it offers a broad mix of community content for dedicated Halloween enthusiasts.

Hauntcast· 349 views
Creating the TV series "Are you Afraid of the Dark?" with co-creator D.J. MacHale
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Creating the TV series "Are you Afraid of the Dark?" with co-creator D.J. MacHale

This nearly hour-long panel presentation captures a live Q&A with Are You Afraid of the Dark co-creator D.J. MacHale, moderated by Jeff DePaoli at Sugarmynt Gallery's Spooky Kids Club exhibit. MacHale walks through the origins and development of the beloved Nickelodeon horror anthology series, sharing behind-the-scenes history and hidden easter eggs tied to four specific episodes. The event was recorded and released in full by the Haunted Attraction Network, offering fans an intimate look at the creative mind behind one of the most influential horror properties aimed at young audiences.

Haunted Attraction Network· 240 views
Create Full Immersion in Your Haunt: Theater of the Mind
11:37
Set Design

Create Full Immersion in Your Haunt: Theater of the Mind

In this segment drawn from Hauntcast episode 27, host persona Revenant explores the concept of 'Theater of the Mind' — using full sensory and psychological immersion to transport haunt guests into a completely different world. The talk centers on design philosophy rather than specific props or builds, emphasizing how atmosphere, narrative, and suggestion can be more powerful than any single scare. It's an editorial, ideas-driven piece aimed at elevating the overall guest experience across home haunts and professional attractions alike.

Hauntcast· 177 views
CASTLE BLOOD: RICKY DICK INTERVIEW #hauntedattraction #halloween #haunting #homehaunt
1:01:35
Professional Haunted Attractions

CASTLE BLOOD: RICKY DICK INTERVIEW #hauntedattraction #halloween #haunting #homehaunt

Hauntcast sits down with Ricky Dick, the creative force behind Castle Blood, for an in-depth conversation covering his decades-long career in the haunted attraction world. Drawing on over 30 years of experience, Ricky shares insights into what makes Castle Blood a distinctive and enduring haunt. The discussion spans tips, trade secrets, and the philosophy behind building memorable haunted experiences.

Hauntcast· 154 views
ADDING MAGIC TO YOUR HAUNTED ATTRACTION: CHRISTOPHER HANDA INTERVIEW - BONE PHONE
36:34
Professional Haunted Attractions

ADDING MAGIC TO YOUR HAUNTED ATTRACTION: CHRISTOPHER HANDA INTERVIEW - BONE PHONE

In this Hauntcast podcast episode, magician Christopher Handa joins host Baker to explore how the art of magic and illusion can elevate a haunted attraction beyond conventional scares. The conversation draws on Handa's experience, including his work at Castle Blood, to discuss integrating theatrical sorcery into haunt environments. Listeners come away with fresh perspectives on blending performance magic with traditional haunted attraction design to create more immersive, memorable guest experiences.

Hauntcast· 104 views
Contrast in Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind
11:52
Set Design

Contrast in Your Haunt - Theater of the Mind

This Hauntcast episode dives into the concept of contrast as a design principle within haunted attractions and home haunts. The host explores how juxtaposing realistic elements against clearly unreal ones can heighten tension, enhance immersion, and mess with guests' perception — a technique rooted in 'theater of the mind.' The discussion encourages haunters to think strategically about what they make believable versus fantastical in order to maximize scare impact.

Hauntcast· 40 views
HauntScene Live - Phantasmagoria 07202021
1:02:30
Other

HauntScene Live - Phantasmagoria 07202021

HauntScene host Johnny Bronto sits down with Byron and Cimorene, the creative duo behind Phantasmagoria — a Central Florida Victorian and Steampunk storytelling troupe — for a live conversation about their upcoming seasonal events. The discussion offers an inside look at what the group has planned for the 2021 spooky season. This episode is part of HauntScene's regular Tuesday-night live series, which spotlights haunted attractions, performers, and horror-adjacent experiences across Florida and beyond.

HauntScene· 22 views