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<\/p>\nOrlando, Fla. \u2013 Universal Orlando Resort has announced a new version of its Horror Make-Up Show featuring Blumhouse, the production company behind some of Hollywood\u2019s biggest modern horror films.<\/p>\n
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The announcement was made Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, through Universal Orlando Resort\u2019s official social media accounts.<\/p>\n
According to Universal, the live show will explore more than 100 years of Hollywood horror movie special effects, spanning Universal\u2019s classic monsters through the modern horror films of Blumhouse.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn this live show, discover how Hollywood\u2019s top special effects artists have terrified moviegoers for over 100 years \u2014 from Universal\u2019s classic monsters to the modern horrors of Blumhouse,\u201d Universal stated in its announcement.<\/p>\n
The new production will carry the name Universal Horror Make-Up Show featuring Blumhouse.<\/p>\n
Universal Horror Make-Up Show gets floor-to-ceiling transformation<\/p>\n
Michael Aiello, a longtime Universal Orlando creative leader, shared additional details about the production on X following Friday\u2019s announcement. Aiello said he had wanted to see the venue updated for years and that Universal\u2019s leadership ultimately supported the project.<\/p>\n
Much of what guests have enjoyed about the original show will remain, he explained, alongside new surprises and an extensive visual overhaul.<\/p>\n
\u201cAn entire visual reimagining from floor to ceiling!\u201d \u2014 Michael Aiello<\/p>\n
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Michael Aiello discussing Universal Halloween Horror Nights (2019).
Photo by Attractions Magazine Staff<\/p>\n
Aiello described the updated production as a tribute to 100 years of Universal horror, developed with Blumhouse, while retaining the show\u2019s combination of horror and humor.<\/p>\n
When will the new Universal Horror Make-Up Show debut?<\/p>\n
Universal Orlando has not announced an opening date for the updated show.<\/p>\n
When a guest asked about its expected debut on X, Universal Orlando<\/a> replied, \u201cStay tuned for more information.\u201d Additional details about the production, including what changes guests can expect, have not yet been revealed.<\/p>\n The previous Universal Orlando Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida combined live demonstrations of movie makeup and special effects with comedy and audience participation, and has been closed since May 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n It is unclear how much of that format will carry over into the Blumhouse version. <\/p>\n Blumhouse movies<\/p>\n Blumhouse is known for producing popular horror franchises including \u201cFive Nights at Freddy\u2019s,\u201d \u201cM3GAN,\u201d \u201cThe Purge,\u201d \u201cInsidious\u201d and \u201cParanormal Activity.\u201d <\/p>\n Its filmography also includes \u201cThe Black Phone,\u201d \u201cGet Out\u201d and the 2018 \u201cHalloween\u201d revival.<\/p>\n Universal has not announced which, if any at all, of these films will be featured in the updated show. More information is expected to be announced at a later date.<\/p>\n Watch the final performance of the previous version of Universal Horror Make-Up Show (the crowd goes wild), video below.<\/p>\n More Attractions Magazine stories<\/p>\n Follow us:<\/p>\n Ready for adventure? Our trusted partner Universal Fan Travel will handle the planning so you can focus on the fun. They offer free vacation-planning services and have nearly 20 years of experience creating epic vacations. Visit Universal Fan Travel<\/a> for a fee-free, no-obligation quote today.<\/p>\n![\"Blumhouse](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Blumhouse-in-Universal-photo-by-HHNstagram-edited.jpeg\")
Blumhouse in Universal Orlando (2024).
Photo by HHNstagram<\/p>\n
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