A Chicago elementary school recently canceled its collaboration on a haunted house event titled “The Room: A Journey To Hell,” after discovering that the organizers intended to include depictions of tragic events, such as the Pulse Nightclub shooting. This decision came as a shock to Fernwood Elementary, especially since it had partnered with Tyrone Tappler Productions without full knowledge of the content being presented.
Initially, the school was enthusiastic about the event, believing it would be a family-friendly attraction. However, as promotional materials surfaced, it became clear that the haunted house would feature disturbing recreations, including not only the Pulse incident but also scenes related to a botched abortion and the Charleston church shooting. Michael Collins, a spokesperson for the Chicago Public Schools, expressed dismay, stating, “The event organizers misrepresented the true nature of the haunted house, and we cannot endorse the activities they have chosen to promote.”
This situation raises several important questions:
First, why was a “Christian” haunted house even being hosted at a public school? Such events seem inappropriate for an educational setting. Second, what did the school expect from a haunted house with a religious theme? Did they imagine something benign, like a whimsical Noah’s Ark or a humorous depiction of the Three Wise Men? Lastly, how could the school have been unaware of these plans until so close to the event? Even for a standard haunted house, one would think that thorough vetting would be essential.
Tyrone Tappler, the self-proclaimed minister behind this venture, was not subtle about his intentions. Earlier, he had issued a call for volunteers on social media, aiming to depict “Club Pulse, Dancers, Victims … CAGED PEOPLE/SCREAMERS.” This blatant appeal for attention is troubling, to say the least.
The event’s description on Eventbrite painted a vivid picture: “a real-life haunted house” where attendees would confront “IN YOUR FACE scenes of dark reality.” It promised a journey through ten rooms filled with choices that lead to life or death, salvation or damnation. The inclusion of the Pulse Nightclub, where 49 lives were lost, raises serious ethical concerns, suggesting a misguided narrative that those victims deserved their fate due to their lifestyle.
This incident led to a nationwide outcry against Tappler’s plans, with many voicing their outrage online. Despite the backlash, Tappler seemed to revel in the notoriety, further alienating himself from the broader community.
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In summary, the decision to withdraw from the haunted house event reflects a broader concern regarding the appropriateness of combining sensitive themes with entertainment, especially in educational settings.