Nightmare On 13th

10/30/09

Disappointed

by benz4themoney at Citysearch

We were yelled at by an employee last night because we were 5-10 feet behind the group in front of us.

Dear Nightmare on 13th,

I'm sorry that I paid for the experience you advertise. Next time I will know that you could care less about your customers and just care about the customer count. Maybe you should go through your own haunted house.

Benjamin Lee

Your money is more well-spent elsewhere!

• Pros: Has some classics
• Cons: Long lines throughout the rooms

10/25/09

Few Scares, too much emphasis on FX

by hiramcodex at Citysearch

As a veteran "Haunter," I've planned, executed, and acted in haunted attractions. The Nightmare on 13th is probably the lowest on my list. The price did NOT justify the scare level (which was advertised as having national rankings) and you exited feeling rather shorted. Granted, the special effects are some of the most impressive I've ever seen (including the best pre-show, which would have been much better as an end show), robotic actors simply aren't able to customize the scare experience for each group. There were far too few live actors and those they had were subpar on their energy levels and kept getting out of character. My harshest criticism would be the management of the lines. Yes, they were able to move people through quickly, but because of this, it became just a perpetual line throughout the haunted house with virtually no space between groups. The few scares they had were ruined because everyone could see and hear what was coming up.

For young kids, this is a great Haunted House, and they would appreciate it alot more. For those who actually wanted to be scared, it was very much a let down.

• Pros: Some Great FX, fantastic Pre-show
• Cons: Low actor energy, too few actors, price

09/29/09

Well trained personnel make a great difference!

by Sharon Write at Citysearch

II've been to haunted houses where the actors grab you. This one doesn't. Their actors have been trained to be scary but with hands off. That is a plus! They have set it up to be fantastically entertaining but also you feel it is a safe environment for your family. The dynamics that have been put into this is amazing! Have never seen any haunted house so well planned! It is a great show from outside by the line! If you want a great time for any family or group.... THIS IS IT!! Even going by yourself is a fun experience where everyone is relating to the same experience! Don't miss it! This is the best year yet and we have gone every year for the past 20 years. These guys are professionalism at its best!!!!

• Pros: None of the actors touch you.... that is cool!
• Cons: None. Fantastic show!