• Podcast E19 Haunt Acting with Russ Wilbanks

  • Sep 9 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 34 mins
  • Podcast

Podcast E19 Haunt Acting with Russ Wilbanks

  • Summary

  • takeaways

    • Haunt acting is a passion that requires creativity, improvisation, and the ability to make people uncomfortable.
    • Actors should focus on making customers uncomfortable rather than just scaring them.
    • Egos among actors can create a toxic work environment and bring down the overall experience.
    • Finding something to do during the off-season can be challenging for haunt actors.
    • Improvisation is crucial in haunt acting and allows for unique and memorable experiences.
    • Actors should strive to be good at everything and be willing to fill in for multiple roles if needed.
    • Staying hydrated and having good cardio are important for endurance during long nights of acting.
    • Actors should be selective in giving tips and tricks, as not everyone is receptive or willing to improve.
    • Haunt acting is a unique and rewarding experience that requires a love for the craft and a dedication to creating memorable scares. Using fog chillers and specific types of fog can help create the desired effect in haunted attractions.
    • When auditioning for haunted attractions, it's important to go all out and not hold back.
    • Favorite horror movies can vary, but Jaws and Night of the Living Dead are mentioned as favorites.
    • The haunted attraction industry in Arizona has a mix of haunts that are helpful and haunts that are more secretive and competitive.
    • Collaboration and support among haunted attractions can benefit the industry as a whole. Passion and dedication are crucial in the haunting industry.
    • Haunts driven by love and passion tend to be more authentic and enjoyable.
    • Restrictions can limit actors' performances and hinder their ability to shine.
    • Legacy and a sense of family are important aspects of the haunting community.
    • It is essential to prioritize mental health and seek help when needed.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    02:07 Favorite Halloween Memory

    05:51 Duration and Challenges of Haunt Acting

    09:46 Dealing with Egos in the Haunt Industry

    12:00 The Role of Improvisation in Haunt Acting

    15:23 Challenges of the Off-Season for Haunt Actors

    17:08 Acting Inside the Haunt vs. Outside

    19:54 Creating a Positive and Supportive Environment

    22:56 Tips and Tricks for Haunt Acting

    25:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    31:07 Dealing with Fog in Haunted Attractions

    35:07 Tips for Haunt Auditions

    50:05 Favorite Horror Movies

    53:28 The Dynamics of the Haunted Attraction Industry in Arizona

    01:01:40 The Importance of Passion and Dedication in Haunting

    01:06:30 The Impact of Restrictions on Actors' Performances

    01:09:14 Legacy and Family in the Haunting Community

    01:16:22 Prioritizing Mental Health in the Haunting Industry

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