You’re invited to an eerie-sistible evening of pumpkins and punchlines with Looney Tunes and Peanuts!
Carve out some time to enjoy our Spook-tacular Toon Film Festival plus special art featuring seasonal Looney Tunes favorites along with “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” on Friday, October 18th, from 6:30 PM to 8 PM at the Wonderfront Concert Stage in Seaport Village, San Diego.
Event at a Glance:
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Locations:📍 Wonderfront Concert Stage, Seaport Village (849 W. Harbor Drive) | 🖼️ Chuck Jones Gallery (809 W. Harbor Drive, E4-B, Seaport Village, Lighthouse District
Bring your friends and family to celebrate the spirit of the season for a night of nostalgia, cackles, and cartoon fun!
We hope to see you there! Contact your consultant or [email protected] for more event details.
Broom-Stick Bunny (1956) is a classic Warner Bros. Looney Tunes short directed by the iconic Chuck Jones, released on February 25, 1956. Starring the clever Bugs Bunny and his eccentric rival, Witch Hazel, this fan-favorite cartoon delights with its playful blend of magic and mischief. Notably, it marks the first collaboration between Jones and legendary voice actress June Foray, best known for bringing Witch Hazel to life. While Foray had previously lent her voice to shorts for other directors, her work in Broom-Stick Bunny left a lasting impression, solidifying her place in Looney Tunes history. Running time: 7:10
Water, Water Every Hare (1952) is a classic Warner Bros. Looney Tunes cartoon directed by the legendary Chuck Jones. Released on April 19, 1952, it features the iconic characters, Bugs Bunny and Gossamer in a hilarious return to the madcap themes of the earlier Hair-Raising Hare (1946). In this short, the unforgettable orange-furry monster Gossamer makes his reappearance, creating zany and suspenseful fun as Bugs outwits him once again in a haunted castle filled with unpredictable twists. Running time: 7:28
Scaredy Cat (1948) is a Warner Bros. Merrie Melodies cartoon directed by the legendary Chuck Jones, released on December 18, 1948. Starring Porky Pig and the ever-nervous Sylvester the Cat, this short is a comedic blend of suspense and slapstick as the duo navigates a haunted house full of spooky surprises. Notably, this cartoon marks the first time the beloved feline is officially named ‘Sylvester,’ marking a milestone in the character’s evolution. With its perfect mix of humor and eerie atmosphere, Scaredy Cat remains a standout in the classic Warner Bros. Lineup. Running time: 7:25
Transylvania 6-5000 (1963) is a Warner Bros. Merrie Melodies animated short directed by Chuck Jones. Released on November 30, 1963, this cartoon stars the ever-resourceful Bugs Bunny. In this comedic short, Bugs faces off against a vampire, Count Bloodcount in Transylvania, blending humor with classic horror tropes. With its witty dialogue and entertaining premise, Transylvania 6-5000 continues to charm audiences of all ages. Running time: 7:00
INTERMISSION
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown (1966) is a beloved animated TV movie that features the Peanuts gang celebrating Halloween. Directed by Bill Melendez and written by Charles M. Schulz, this critically acclaimed special is based on the iconic Peanuts comic strip. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown was the third Peanuts special and the first Halloween special produced and animated by Melendez. The program received two Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Children’s Program, and for Special Classification of Individual Achievement, solidifying its status as a timeless classic. Running time: 24:46 
