Faces of Halloween
Monster mash began Oct.1, and will conclude
Oct.31 with more than 1,000 ghouls and goblins reeking havoc at Knott
Scary Farm's 27th Annual Halloween Haunt.
Story by
Jason Steinberg
"We're [cranking] the event up a few notches
this year to ensure it remains the industry standard," said Matt Schliesman,
Knott's vice president of entertainment, in a press release.
The monsters are from Southern California
and many of them are returning stars. The veterans impact the show by adding
years of frightening experience.
"It's a lot of fun and I get to scare the
crap out of people," said Harry Fox of Montclaire, who plays Frankenstein.
But it takes time and patience before an
ordinary citizen can become a creature of the night.
Some of the monsters require one and a
half hours of costume and makeup preparation. With more than 1000 waiting
on their monstrous makeovers, schedules need to be set.
"Sometimes, but tonight [opening night]
we are running a little behind, first night jitters," said Aaron King,
an airbrush artist. "So, I do the best I can. They [monsters] will get
out, but tomorrow I will retouch the masks for more detail."
Mazes, rides and shows are plentiful. Around
every corner is a creature lurking to take advantage of unsuspecting victims.
Guests are prohibited from wearing costumes
to the event, said theme park officials, and it is not recommended for
children under the age of 13.
Those interested in a night full of frights,
may call Ticketmaster or visit the ticket outlet's Web site. |
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