We're going to HAuNTcon 2018 in New Orleans! Meet us there??

We're going to HAuNTcon 2018 in New Orleans! Meet us there??

Author: Brian Foreman & Darryl Plunkie: Haunters, Scare Actors, Haunt Owners November 21, 2017 Duration: 37:11
Everything you need to know about the HAuNTcon: Haunted Attraction National Tradeshow and Convention and The Halloween & Party Expo in 2018. Located at New Orleans, Louisiana on January 12-15 . Well...almost everything.

 

HAuNTcon 2018

  New Orleans...scary stuff....Haunters...costume ball...Haunt Tours...Haunt classes...oh and so much more!   In this podcast episode, we go behind the scenes of HAuNTcon 2018 with Liz Irving, the Vice President of Marketing and wearer of many hats behind the show.  We discuss new events for HAuNTcon, what's included with each admission ticket, the new tours in New Orleans, and much more.

If you've never been to a HAuNTcon gathering, then this will be a great opportunity for you to visit the history of New Orleans and get your Haunt On during the show.  

To see the complete lineup of events and pricing go here HAuNTcon.com. (Use code HAUNTOPIC to get a free show pass)  

Overview of HAuNTcon 2018: a Haunt Show for all Haunters

  • 3 days of HAuNTcon education. Learn from the best in the haunt industry.
  • HAuNTcon and Halloween & Party Expo trade shows. So much ground to cover.
  • Show floor networking events. Meet new friends.
  • Live hands-on demonstrations. Get messy and learn.
  • Thursday pre-show inspiration tour. See the heart of New Orleans.
  • Friday Costume Ball. Party with other Halloween freaks like you.
  • Saturday night lights off tour at the Rise Haunted House
  • Sunday Garage Sale. Buy at huge discounts!
  • Monday advanced workshops. Dive deep into one topic.

 

-Come say Hi to us at Booth 110!-

  This will be the second time that the crew of HaunTopic Radio will be together and we want you to join us at HAuNTcon this year. We will be in Booth 110 grabbing sound bytes from Haunters and any attendee that wants to say Hi. We will also be floating around the show floor capturing video and audio interviews from cool people like you.  

What is HAuNTcon? (watch this video for your answer)

 

We hope to see you in New Orleans in January!

 


Ever wondered how the chilling atmosphere of a professional haunted house is really built, or what it takes to make a scare actor’s performance truly unforgettable? HaunTopic Radio: Haunted Attractions | Haunted Houses | Halloween | Haunters pulls back the heavy black curtain on the world of professional scares. Hosts Brian Foreman and Darryl Plunkie aren’t just commentators; they’re working haunters, scare actors, and haunt owners who live this passion year-round. In each episode, they sit down with the artists, builders, and visionaries who create the terrifying events we love, capturing their personal stories and hard-won expertise. This podcast is built on practical, real-world advice, focusing on how you can design effective scares and build compelling attractions without relying on a massive budget. It’s a deep, conversational dive into the craft, from makeup techniques and set design to the psychology of fear and the business of Halloween. You’ll hear the triumphs, the creative problem-solving, and the dedicated community that brings the haunting season to life. Tune in for an authentic look behind the screams, where passion for the art form is always the main topic.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

HaunTopic Radio: Haunted Attractions | Haunted Houses | Halloween | Haunters
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