Behind The Curtain: How We Turn Ordinary People Into Haunt Actors

When guests visit The Haunt, they see terrifying monsters, unforgettable characters, and moments that make them laugh, scream, and jump out of their shoes.

What they don’t see is the incredible journey that happens before opening night.

Every season, people from all walks of life walk through our doors. Some have years of acting experience. Others have never stepped inside a haunted attraction before.

By the time opening night arrives, they’re no longer just people—they’ve become part of The Haunt.

It Starts With Casting

Every actor begins by finding the role that best fits their personality, energy, and talents.

Some performers naturally become loud, aggressive monsters that dominate a room. Others excel at creating suspense with slow, eerie movements or unsettling conversations.

Our casting team looks beyond costumes and makeup. We look for creativity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to entertain.

Every monster has a purpose.

Building a Character

Once an actor receives their role, the real fun begins.

We encourage every performer to create a unique personality for their character.

How do they move?

How do they speak?

What is their story?

Why are they here?

These details help transform a costume into a believable character that guests will remember long after they leave.

Learning the Art of the Scare

Contrary to popular belief, scaring people isn’t just about yelling “Boo!”

Our actors learn timing, movement, body language, and guest interaction to create memorable experiences.

Sometimes the biggest scare comes from a sudden movement.

Times it’s a whisper.

And Sometimes it’s simply standing perfectly still until the right moment.

Every room is different, and every actor learns how to use their environment to create the best possible experience.

Makeup Brings It All Together

The transformation continues in the makeup room.

Our talented makeup artists spend countless hours turning actors into monsters using professional makeup, prosthetics, masks, costumes, and special effects.

Watching someone transform from an ordinary person into a terrifying creature is one of the most exciting parts of every season.

Becoming Part of the Haunt Family

One of the things we’re most proud of is the community we’ve built.

Many of our actors return year after year, while new performers quickly become part of the family.

They encourage one another, learn from one another, and work together to create unforgettable memories for our guests.

The friendships formed behind the scenes often last long after Halloween is over.

More Than a Haunted House

At The Haunt, we don’t just build haunted attractions.

We build stories.

Always building characters.

The Haunt builds confidence.

Most importantly, we build experiences that guests remember for years.

The next time you hear a scream echo through the attraction, remember…

Behind every monster is an ordinary person who discovered they could become something extraordinary.

That’s the magic of The Haunt.

And now you’ve seen a little of what happens Behind The Curtain.