A struggling actor's dream gig turns into a nightmare when he starts to suspect there are other ghosts lurking around Paragon Hall. Joe, played by George Naylor, has been hired by handsome stranger David to simply circle the grounds of the country estate as part of an elaborate ruse, with the aim of boosting his income and flexing his acting muscles.
The tour's ThickSkin production seamlessly blends elements of classic 19th-century Gothic literature with modern horror film thrills. The story unfolds largely through Joe's narration, punctuated by Paul Hilton's omniscient voiceover, whose atmospheric eloquence provides a rich backdrop for the eerie setting of Paragon Hall.
Award-winning writer Tim Foley's script delivers some truly spine-tingling moments, thanks in no small part to Neil Bettles' deft direction and Pete Malkin's innovative sound design. The stage features an impressive combination of projection, lighting, and video design, with bare tree trunks that shift and shake like shadows on the screen.
But just when you think things are getting spooky enough, more twists and turns come into play. The entity at the center of the mystery becomes increasingly unsettling, drawing comparisons to a Pan-like mythology.
However, as the story hurtles towards its climax, revelations become rapid-fire and it's hard to keep pace with everything that's happening on stage. Themes such as class privilege and exploitation are glossed over, perhaps to make way for more thrills, spills, and genuinely spine-tingling moments.
Despite some of these plot threads feeling a bit underdeveloped, the show is an absolute treat, especially those thrilling sequences that stay with you long after the curtain falls. If you're looking for something that will keep you on the edge of your seat – and maybe even follow you home – then It Walks Around the House at Night is definitely worth a look-see.
The tour's ThickSkin production seamlessly blends elements of classic 19th-century Gothic literature with modern horror film thrills. The story unfolds largely through Joe's narration, punctuated by Paul Hilton's omniscient voiceover, whose atmospheric eloquence provides a rich backdrop for the eerie setting of Paragon Hall.
Award-winning writer Tim Foley's script delivers some truly spine-tingling moments, thanks in no small part to Neil Bettles' deft direction and Pete Malkin's innovative sound design. The stage features an impressive combination of projection, lighting, and video design, with bare tree trunks that shift and shake like shadows on the screen.
But just when you think things are getting spooky enough, more twists and turns come into play. The entity at the center of the mystery becomes increasingly unsettling, drawing comparisons to a Pan-like mythology.
However, as the story hurtles towards its climax, revelations become rapid-fire and it's hard to keep pace with everything that's happening on stage. Themes such as class privilege and exploitation are glossed over, perhaps to make way for more thrills, spills, and genuinely spine-tingling moments.
Despite some of these plot threads feeling a bit underdeveloped, the show is an absolute treat, especially those thrilling sequences that stay with you long after the curtain falls. If you're looking for something that will keep you on the edge of your seat – and maybe even follow you home – then It Walks Around the House at Night is definitely worth a look-see.
it's literally so spooky! i saw it w/ friends last nite and we were all on edge the whole time. tho, i did feel like some of the plot was a bit rushed idk if they were trying to pack too much in but overall its def worth a watch 
the acting is sick esp George Naylor's performance as Joe 
. I did find some parts a bit hard to follow, like when all these plot threads got tangled up together 
. But honestly, it's such a thrilling ride! Would def recommend for a good scare 
don't get me wrong, it's still super spooky and entertaining, but sometimes I feel like our theatre scene is all about shock value rather than real depth. 
I'm all about those Gothic vibes & it's great to see some old-school lit mixed with modern horror. The stage design looks insane, especially with that projection & lighting combo! But, gotta say, the pacing feels a bit wonky at times... felt like I was skipping over some important plot points 
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. And don't even get me started on how they're glossing over some pretty heavy themes to make way for more...well, thrills 
! AND THE SOUND DESIGN? FORGET ABOUT IT, I COULD FEEL THE HAUNTS RIGHT IN MY BONES!!!
THE SET DESIGN IS LIKE SOMETHING OUT OF A HARRY POTTER MOVIE!!! 
I DIDN'T EXPECT IT TO BE THAT SCARY AT FIRST, BUT THEN THINGS STARTED TO GET REALLY WEIRD AND TWISTY!!! 
BUT SOMETIMES I FEEL LIKE SOME PLOTS ARE A BIT RUSHED AND YOU DON'T GET TO SEE AS MUCH OF THE CHARACTERS' BACKSTORIES. BUT OVERALL, IT'S SUCH A COOL SHOW THAT YOU SHOULD TOTALLY CHECK OUT!!! 
. But what really got me was the way they wove all these different themes together – class privilege, exploitation, the whole thing feels so real and uncomfortable to watch 
. Still, if you're in for a thrill ride that'll keep you on the edge of your seat, this is the show for you 
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. The real kicker for me was when it hit home that this entity wasn't even the main "villain"... so much more to unpack there 
. Give it a try!