LEHIGH TWP., Pa. — The star of a popular 1960s television satirical sitcom is scheduled to visit Becky's Drive-In theater to celebrate a "cinematic" tour of the classic show.
Butch Patrick, who played son Eddie Munster on the television show "The Munsters," will be at the drive-in on Tuesday, June 17, as part of the Munster Go Home Summer Scream Series, Becky's said in a release.
The appearance will commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 1966 movie "Munster, Go Home!"
“It’s a great way to celebrate the legacy of The Munsters and connect with generations of fans — young and old — who love monsters, movies, motorcycles, hot rods and good old-fashioned drive-in fun."Actor Butch Patrick
The drive-in, at 4548 Lehigh Drive (Route 248), will open at 6 p.m. for the event, with the film starting at dusk.
Ticket prices were not announced.
Patrick, 71, at the event also will showcase his iconic coffin car, “Dragula,” built by Hollywood car customizer George Barris, as well as “Eddie’s Chopper,” a custom Munster-themed motorcycle.
Patrick also will film interested fans for a sequence in an upcoming Summer Scream Series Movie Scene, Becky's said in a release.
'Munsters'-themed activities
Attendees also will have the chance to meet Patrick, take photos with the vehicles, get autographs and "hear behind-the-scenes stories from one of TV’s most iconic families," the release says.
“I’m excited to hit the road and bring this event to drive-ins across the country,” Patrick says in the release.
“It’s a great way to celebrate the legacy of The Munsters and connect with generations of fans — young and old — who love monsters, movies, motorcycles, hot rods and good old-fashioned drive-in fun."
The event also will include a Munster costume/cosplay contest with prizes for best look and a Scream Queen Contest, in which fans can compete for the title of Best On-Screen Scream, and "The Munsters" merchandise for sale.
Patrick starred as Eddie Munster, a boy werewolf, 1964-66, when he was 11-13 years old. He later starred as Mark on the Saturday morning kids show "Lidsville" from 1971-73.
Before "The Munsters," he had roles on TV shows including "Ben Casey," "Bonanza," "Gunsmoke," "Mister Ed" and "General Hospital."
