Nickelodeon Parents' Pick for Best Local Blog in AtlantaWhat: Silver Scream Spookshow
Where: Plaza Theatre
When: Sat. Oct. 31 (and the last Saturday of every month) 1 pm is the kids show. 10pm is the late (adult) show
Cost: Kids 12 and Under are FREE, Adults $7, Late Show is $10
We went with some friends this weekend to the Little Five Points Halloween Parade. I love these quirky locals only kind of events. In addition to being a fun afternoon, the parade turned out to be a great place to learn about other quirky things going on in Atlanta, like the Silver Scream Spookshow.
The Silver Scream Spookshow begins with a half hour variety show featuring Professor Mortes and his side kick Retch. Georgia Public Broadcasting did a video of the show that gives you a good idea of what to expect. You can view it here. According to the Spookshow website (I’ve never actually been, but it’s now on my list), the show is a cross between “Pee Wee Herman’s Playhouse” and “The Munsters” and features magic tricks, dance numbers and a little spooking.
Once the audience is sufficiently warmed up, they show a classic horror film. This month is Bela Lugosi in White Zombie. For Halloween, there is also a costume contest, so kids, wear your costume for a chance to win prizes.
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i just found your blog, which i love. i love that you did a write up on the spookshow. i want to let you know how fun the spookshow is!! my son was one of the kids handing out the flyers in the parade this year! its so kid friendly, my kids look foward to going every month!
Trisha, This is on my things to do for 2010 list. I’m dying to go but will be in Statesboro on Jan. 30, so it will have to wait until Feb. Glad to hear it’s as fun as it sounds.
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