Haunt Design: Scoring 15M+ Views with Emotional Storytelling
About this episode
This episode explores the art and psychology behind haunted attractions and emotional storytelling with guest Norman Gidney.
Welcome to this episode of Live with Sondra , where we explore the art, psychology, and emotional power behind haunted attractions and immersive storytelling with Norman Gidney, Owner and Creator of Horror Buzz and Creative Producer in Themed Entertainment . From lifelong haunt fandom to building Horror Buzz into a platform with more than 15 million views, Norman has spent decades studying what makes fear memorable, experiences immersive, and audiences deeply connected. Join us for an informative episode of Live with Sondra . In this session, Norman Gidney and Sondra will dive into: Emotional Storytelling in Horror : Why the most successful haunted attractions aren't built around scares alone, but around anticipation, emotion, and memorable storytelling that stays with guests long after they leave. The Psychology of Fear and Surprise : How effective haunt designers use audience insights, distraction techniques, and perfectly timed surprises to transform an ordinary scare into an unforgettable experience. Designing Immersive Haunted Attractions : The challenge of balancing creative vision, operational realities, guest throughput, and storytelling without sacrificing the quality of…
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