30 Years of Screams
Sonoma Community Center celebrates 30 years as Woodsboro High
Sonoma, California. In 1996, Sonoma Community Center had the honor of portraying Woodsboro High School in Wes Craven’s horror classic Scream. To celebrate the anniversary, the Center has planned the “Woodsboro High Class of ‘96 Reunion” with events on Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31. A lucky few will have the opportunity to stay overnight in the historic and possibly haunted building.
The Center served as the filming location for both the exterior and interior scenes of Woodsboro High School in Scream. The building was originally constructed as a grammar school and opened its doors in 1916. Even director Wes Craven made his way into the building for his memorable cameo, filmed in the upstairs hallway, where he appears briefly in an homage to his iconic A Nightmare on Elm Street character, Freddy Krueger.
“Screamers,” as Center staff affectionately call Scream fans, regularly make the pilgrimage to tour “Woodsboro High.” Just in the past month, fans have traveled from England, France, Newfoundland, Australia, and across the United States to walk the halls, take photos, and experience the real-life Woodsboro High School.
“It’s unreal the following this film has,” said Cat Smith, the self-dubbed Screambassador for the Center. “I had to start a Woodsboro High digital guestbook to keep track of where everyone is from.”
There will be two screenings of Scream: a sold-out 7:00 p.m. evening show on Friday, October 30, and a Halloween matinee on Saturday, October 31, at 2:00 p.m. Now in its third year in Andrews Hall, the screening is becoming increasingly popular. To mark the 30th anniversary, a special overnight event will invite fans to a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
“We are really excited to announce that 19 Crimes is our wine sponsor for the event!” Smith continued. 19 Crimes takes its name from the 19 offenses that, during the British penal transportation era, could result in transportation to Australia. “Their rebellious spirit and distinctive brand make them a perfect pairing for a weekend of celebrating 30 years of Scream.”
For the overnight experience, fans will enjoy films, interactive games, a Noble Folk “Ice Scream Sundae Bar,” nighttime photo opportunities, commemorative swag, and plenty of surprises. Guests should plan to stay the night—but not necessarily sleep. For those who simply can’t make it until morning, a “Chill Out” room will offer a communal campout for anyone who needs to catch a few hours of shut-eye before the “Killer Breakfast” at 6:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
All events will take place Friday and Saturday, October 30 and 31, at Sonoma Community Center, located at 276 East Napa Street. Movie tickets for the evening show and matinee are $25, and refreshments will be available for purchase. Tickets for the October 30, 7:00 p.m. show are currently sold out, with a waiting list available. Tickets for the overnight experience are $350 per person and may be purchased at SonomaCommunityCenter.org or by calling 707-938-4626. All money raised benefits Sonoma Community Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
About Sonoma Community Center
The Sonoma Community Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1953 to serve the communities of Sonoma Valley with the mission of cultivating a vibrant community through extraordinary creative, cultural, and learning experiences. Originally built as the Sonoma Grammar School, which opened in 1916, the Center is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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Media Contact:
Cat Smith
Director of Marketing, Sonoma Community Center
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707-931-4166
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