Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Lisa Loper of the Scott Loper Team talks about the most famous “haunted house” in America
Most people would NOT want to live in a haunted house but one of the most influential people in the world does exactly that – the President of the United States. We thought it would be fun to share some of the stories about the most famous house in America – The White House and some of the ghosts who reportedly live there. For years, it has been rumored that the White House is haunted. Former presidents, residents, staff members, and visiting heads of state have reported sightings, eerie presences, and unexplained thumps, noises, and chills. A house which holds so much history and powerful figures, the White House would be a likely place to find a few ghosts rattling around. Here are the most commonly reported “ghostly inhabitants.” …
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Delia de Cock, owner of Delia's Makeup and Theatrical Supplies in Dresher Arcade in Lansdale, can make anyone into anything. There is no boundary between real and fantastical
At Delia’s Makeup and Theatrical Supplies, you can walk out as a beauty or a beast. Owner Delia de Cock and effects artist Gus Clark do it all — gory fantastical to runway elegant. Or, they can teach you how to be your own Lon Chaney. “We teach you how to use all the materials that anybody needs in order for that particular makeup,” de Cock said. “We do whatever we can to give people the knowledge and know-how of how to use the products.” Classes at Delia’s number in the double digits. They happen right inside the shop at Dresher's Arcade — a haunted house hangout of sorts. Where else can you get blood on tap at $1.50/oz.? Where else is young Jason Voorhees your greeter? (Well, at least his molded head). Delia’s boasts five large drink …
Sunday, September 30, 2012
The production crew behind "Terror" was kind enough to invite Patch for a first look at the new attractions, as well as a peek behind the scenes, where we met the crew responsible for the hideous monstrosities that make men scream for their mommies.
Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary has played host to "Terror Behind the Walls" for more than two decades, but this year the cast and crew is aiming to build on their world-renowned success with the addition of a new attraction called "Detritus" and a special VIP experience titled "ALONE." Detritus expands the now six-part tour into never-before-seen areas of the 200-year-old prison, including the historic prison greenhouse, a newly opened cellblock and an outdoor labyrinth. In the event that the 45-minute journey through the haunted penitentiary isn't terrifying enough, guests can also elect for the VIP experience of navigating their way through the prison - ALONE! The production crew behind "Terror" was kind enough to invite Patch…
Keith Heffintrayer
11:49 am on Sunday, September 30, 2012
Hi Dot! Just to echo what Katie said below, we did see quite a few visitors who were either on scooters or in wheelchairs. Aside from the second-floor portion of the tour, I don't think you'd miss much. more ›