CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT & ACTOR COACHING
From first-time haunters to seasoned scare actors, we’ll help you bring your character to life.
Your character. Your vision. Our experience.
COACHING FOR EVERY EXPERIENCE LEVEL
Whether you’re preparing for your first season in a haunted attraction or you’ve spent years frightening audiences, there’s always an opportunity to develop your craft.
With nearly four decades of experience in haunted attraction performance, actor management, training, character development, and special effects makeup, Barry Blaisdell offers personalized consultations for performers at every experience level.
Your first haunted attraction season should be exciting, not overwhelming. Whether you have a character concept or no idea where to begin, we can help you develop an original character, explore makeup and costume options, understand scare techniques, and build confidence in your performance.
Perhaps your character has become predictable, you’re looking for a more distinctive appearance, or you want to try new performance techniques. We can evaluate existing characters, explore alternate approaches, and help strengthen your performance without replacing your creative vision.
SIGNS WORTH A SECOND LOOK
Haunt acting requires more than energy. Strong performers understand timing, movement, character, restraint, improvisation, and how to read the guests in front of them.
Good coaching does not replace a performer's personality. It gives them more tools to use it effectively.
OUR COACHING SERVICES
Personalized guidance, whether you’re creating a new character, strengthening an existing one, or exploring a different direction.
Create an original character or breathe new life into an established one, with a personality and look that feel like yours.
Improve movement, body language, vocal techniques, timing, and audience interaction to make your performance more compelling.
Explore anticipation, misdirection, positioning, and timing to discover new approaches to effective scares.
Refine your character’s visual identity through practical makeup, masks, wardrobe, and accessories.
Evaluate your existing character and find opportunities to create a more distinctive appearance and performance.
Exchange ideas, explore different character concepts, and get an experienced outside perspective on what you’re developing.
Receive constructive feedback on your character, acting techniques, and overall presentation.
ORIGINAL CHARACTER WORK
A look at original character concepts developed through makeup, costume, and performance coaching.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Recommended session: 60 minutes. Remote video consultations are available nationwide, with in-person coaching by arrangement. Sessions suit new performers, established actors, independent horror performers, and people developing original characters.
We’ll discuss your experience, goals, character concepts, performance techniques, and opportunities for improvement. You’ll receive personalized feedback and practical recommendations during the session. Written plans or detailed design documents may be quoted separately. Pricing and included services are confirmed before booking.
Training a group of performers? Explore haunted attraction consulting for attraction-wide actor training and operations.
OPTIONAL VIDEO PERFORMANCE REVIEWS
Already developing a character? You may share photographs or a short performance video for consideration before your consultation. We can discuss appearance, movement, mannerisms, performance techniques, and overall presentation.
Advance reviews are subject to availability. Any additional preparation fees will be disclosed before booking. Please contact me before sending large files, confidential materials, or extensive project documentation.
YOUR CHARACTER. YOUR VISION. OUR EXPERIENCE.
We’re not here to change what makes your character unique. Our goal is to help you develop your ideas, strengthen your performance, and discover possibilities you may not have considered.
Whether you’re a first-time haunter looking for direction or a veteran performer searching for your next evolution, consultations are tailored to your individual goals. No previous acting experience is required.
Book an actor consultation Bring your imagination, your questions, and a willingness to explore.