Not to throw a Molotov Coctail into the room, because it's not my way, but I'd like to get input on the topic of tours from you folks. This issue has been addressed in various ways already and Larry wrote a great article about it. But still I'm hoping for some practical experiences from you "in the field".
To put my question in context, we are plotting and 8,000 sq. ft. haunt and are counting on doing a guided tour. The basic advantage of the tour is to be in control of the "creep factor" in each room and maximize the effect with music, actors and storyline.
We of course realize that this has an adverse effect of "GPM" but we are willing to make the sacrifice in favor of quality. Walt wouldn't comprimise quality for profit and we don't wanna either if we can avoid it.
Back in the day ( too long ago) I was a tour guide on Disney's Backstage Studio Tour (when they used to HAVE a walking tour) and there was a rather ingenious method of keeping people moving through the rooms that we fully plan to exploit. Details can be provided if you're interested.
So I suppose it's not so much of a question, but rather an appeal for you folks to pass along your experiences regarding the positives and pitfalls of a theatrical style guided tour.
Thanks folks. Looking forward to the tales.
To put my question in context, we are plotting and 8,000 sq. ft. haunt and are counting on doing a guided tour. The basic advantage of the tour is to be in control of the "creep factor" in each room and maximize the effect with music, actors and storyline.
We of course realize that this has an adverse effect of "GPM" but we are willing to make the sacrifice in favor of quality. Walt wouldn't comprimise quality for profit and we don't wanna either if we can avoid it.
Back in the day ( too long ago) I was a tour guide on Disney's Backstage Studio Tour (when they used to HAVE a walking tour) and there was a rather ingenious method of keeping people moving through the rooms that we fully plan to exploit. Details can be provided if you're interested.
So I suppose it's not so much of a question, but rather an appeal for you folks to pass along your experiences regarding the positives and pitfalls of a theatrical style guided tour.
Thanks folks. Looking forward to the tales.
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