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Festival of Fear '14
The Festival of Fear will take place this coming Halloween.
A week of Frights, Scares and Terrifying Fun based within the Haunted walls of The Castle Keep, Newcastle
Led by Producer & Creative Director Iain Jay
who is one of the country's leading exponents of Dark Arts Entertainment
supported by a highly skilled & experienced team
along with input from a broad sphere of Community Groups and Organisations
Throughout the day there will be FREE Halloween themed carfts and activities for all the family.
(Usual entrance fee applies)
At night things take a distinct change as the realms of darkness take over...
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE...
Tue 28th October
Meet JACK!
Your opportunity to encounter Mass Murderer, JACK THE RIPPER... and some of his victims!
This is an immersive experience not to be missed.
BOOK NOW for Meet JACK!
FREEPHONE 0800 0800 411 (24hrs)
Wed 29th October
Voodoo Woo Woo with Voodoo Mick
Here is an opportunity for members of the audience to have their own life-questions answered; the kind of questions you would ask if you were face to face with a genuine psychic! An exciting cocktail of mentalism, mind-reading & psychic intuition combining to give an entertaining, enlightening & empowering experience for the audience.
BOOK NOW for The Voodoo Woo Woo Show
FREEPHONE 0800 0800 411 (24hrs)
Thu 30th and Fri 31st (Halloween)
The SECRET CHAMBERS
Guests will be able to explore the darker and scarier corners of the Castle Keep and
come face to face with some of the Castles stranger denizens who may just want to aquire your very souls
as they undertake experiments within your mind.
Be warned: This is an EXTREME scare attraction.
Not suitable for those with mobility issues, health issues or the very young.
BOOK NOW for The SECRET CHAMBERS
FREEPHONE 0800 0800 411 (24hrs)
Sat 1st November
The DARK CABARET
Combining the Hispanic Day of the Dead and European Superstitions this is an incredible party to celebrate
Life.. and of course, Death.
Dark Sideshow and Circus Performers, Burlesque, Song, Dance, Readings, Magic and Illusion
Guests are encouraged to attend in their finest
Gothic Attire, Mourning Suits, Skeleton Outfits, Bridalwear or Horror themed Fancy Dress
Tickets to the above events may be purchased via:
BOOK NOW for The Dark Cabaret
FREEPHONE 0800 0800 411 (24hrs)
CALL FOR CREATIVES & PERFORMERS
We are currently recruiting Set & Costume Designers, Actors, Dancers, Bands and more.
If you have skills to offer and would like to take part in this Monster Event please contact us with your details and how you could contribute to the Festival of Fear.
A
BIG Thankyou to everyone who made this event such a success.
So many 'happy' screams and jumps. :)
Castle Keep and
The Secret Chambers
The Castle Keep will be transformed into a scary walk-through experience where brave members of the public will risk their souls as they encounter some of the darker and stranger denizens of the Haunted Castle.
No ordinary haunt, people will find themselves confronting some extraordinary happenings within the dark confines of the Castles walls. Some may even survive!
Designers, Actors, Sound & Light Technicians and more now being recruited. Most posts will be for Volunteers however expenses will be paid as well as special benefits provided.
Seances, Dark Tours and Dark Cabarets
Held in various locations around Newcastle/Gateshead and across the North East will be a series of spookily good events.
We are accepting enquiries about:
Live(?) Bands
Dancers
Victorian Seance
Dark Tours
Dark Cabarets & Burlesque
Arts & Literature Exhibition
Zombie Stumble
Children's Activities
Fairground
Psychic Fair
Crafts Fair and Community Stalls
Paranormal Talks
Fire Sculptures
Walkabout Characters
and more...
Sponsors and Commercial Opportunities
The Festival of Fear is going to be a Monster Event aimed at providing Family Friendly Fun and Frights.
Based at the Castle Keep, Newcastle but with other events taking place across the North East the event will span nine days of the October half-term holidays and offer exceptional advertising and marketing opportunities for those who support the venture.
Very much a community focused project many different organisations, agencies and community groups will be actively involved.
Various elements will be available for specific sponsorship as well as the the festival as a whole. Opportunities will also be available to secure group tickets/tables, book stalls, advertise in the accompanying guide etc.
A major marketing initiative is planned which includes print media, newspapers, magazines, radio and TV as well as posters & banners throughout the region.
Sponsorship can imclude Support In Kind.
Whether a major supporter or small business we look forward to your involvement.