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The Haunted Basement
presented by Soap Factory
Oct 30-31, 2015
at The Soap Factory (Minneapolis, MN)
There are NO returns or exchanges on tickets.

1. No admittance if you are under 18. IDs will be checked at the door.
2. No admittance to intoxicated individuals, or individuals seemingly under the influence of illegal substances.
3. Patrons may not cause damage or harm to any performers, sets, props, or costumes.
4. For your own safety and comfort, you must have appropriate clothing to navigate through challenging and messy environments: you must wear close-toed shoes. Sandals, heels or backless shoes will not be allowed in to The Haunted Basement. Inappropriate clothing will result in denial of entry.
5. All bags, coats, backpacks, large or loose items must be checked at the door.
6. Patrons agree to the use of and publication of documentation including photography, audio and video recording.
7. No cell phones, cameras, flashlights or other illumination devices may be used during the performance.
8. Each patron must present a valid ticket at the door, valid only for the show time and date on their ticket. No late entry. No re-entry. No ticket rescheduling. No refunds.
9. The Soap Factory determines patron compliance and reserves the right to refuse admission or eject any patron at our discretion as well as the right to insist a patron leave the premises.

Warnings:
I understand that there are risks and dangers in participating in The Soap Factory’s Haunted Basement including, but not limited to: risk of personal injury and damage to clothing or possessions resulting from walking through a basement in darkness, uneven walking surfaces, strobe lights, strong smells, loud noises and PTSD triggers, concentrated fog/smoke, physical contact, projectile liquids, dust, dirt, allergens including peanut butter, latex, detergents, as well as disturbing and adult content.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Parking: The Soap Factory has limited free parking. Additional free and metered street parking is available in the neighborhood. We suggest giving yourself a few minutes to find a spot.

Clothing: You’re going into an adventurous, bloody, immersive, haunted factory. Please dress smart. Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. And don’t bring anything you wouldn’t mind getting a little messy…
Say “Uncle”: Practice saying “Uncle” in case you get too scared and need to escape from The Haunted Basement. At any point during your experience, saying “Uncle” is your ticket back to the safety of the first floor to wait for your brave friends.

Group Tickets: Each ticket is good for one person’s admission at their scheduled time. Large groups may attend The Haunted Basement if they have purchased tickets for the same the same date and time. However, you will be separated from your group before descending.

No Printer?: No problem! We have printed waivers on hand. And you can display your ticket on your smartphone or look up your ticket information via will call. Don’t forget your ID!

Photo ID?: A valid photo ID is required for everyone attending The Haunted Basement.

Is The Haunted Basement ADA accessible?: Yes, The Haunted Basement is ADA accessible. If you have any questions let us know: [email protected]
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The Soap Factory's annual horror tradition returns for its ninth installment beginning September of 2015.

Each year, the creative minds behind the Haunted Basement gather some of the most talented visual and performance artists around to push the boundaries of terror - bringing unimaginable nightmares to life in the dark depths of The Soap Factory's raw, industrial basement.

This year's Haunted Basement returns to its roots with a pathway of terror leading to artist created environments built throughout the entire 13,000 square feet of The Soap Factory's basement. You will be fed into the depths 2-4 at a time where you will be forced to wonder - will I be lost? Will I be separated from my group and forced down an even more unspeakably grotesque path of terror? Will I be stuck here indefinitely?

The answer is yes....all of that and more.

Over 75 artists, Directors and performers have come together this year to bring your worst fears and unimaginable horrors to life. We've been waiting all year for you.....and now its time.

Once you're on the path, there's no turning back.

There is no set time. You may be able to find your way out. You may be trapped in the nightmare until the Basement Creeps decide its time for you to be let out.

You will be required to sign a waiver before entering the Haunted Basement. You can download and sign your waiver at the link below to save time before you get here.

And remember - you can always say "Uncle".

We are also excited to announce the return of custom smells by Art and Olfaction Award nominated St. Croix Sensory, a partnership featured in The New Yorker in 2014. These custom smells round out the full scale immersive experience that is one of the many things that make The Soap Factory's Haunted Basement unique.

Also new this year is an exhibition in Gallery 1 of The Soap Factory's first floor space; a disturbing maze where you will be forced to wait until its your turn to be fed into the Basement. Curated by Noah Bremer, this exhibition will feature work by Rogue Taxidermist Scott a.a. Bibus and more!

The first floor gallery exhibition will also be open during gallery hours Wednesdays - Fridays 1-7pm and Sundays 12-5pm beginning September 24th.

The 2015 Haunted Basement is directed by Noah Bremer and curated by Noah Bremer and Associate Directors Chris Barton and Shannon Thorson. Visual artists include: Chip Limeburner (Montreal), Kasia Wasko, Anna Johnson, Terri Ristow, KJ Archer Ryan Sanderson, Walker Friend, William Erickson - and a secret guest.
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Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 6:15pm
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Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 7:45pm
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Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 10:15pm
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Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 11:00pm
Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 11:15pm
Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 11:30pm
Fri Oct 30, 2015 @ 11:45pm
Sat Oct 31, 2015 @ 12:00am
Location
The Soap Factory
514 2nd Street SE, Minneapolis, MN
Parking
Limited street parking is available.

Nice Ride MN to The Soap Factory (station onsite!).

The Soap Factory is a laboratory for artistic experimentation, audience engagement and emerging cultural practice. www.soapfactory.org
Accessibility
The Soap Factory is ADA compliant and accessible. Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.