A Night With Edgar Allan Poe
Written and Directed by Douglas Powers-Black
“A Night with Edgar Allan Poe” is a gripping theatrical journey that delves into the darkness of the human psyche, weaving together Poe’s timeless tales with a narrative of love, rivalry, and the enduring quest for artistic truth. As the night progresses, the characters confront their deepest fears and desires, ultimately discovering that the true essence of Edgar Allan Poe’s legacy lies not only in his haunting stories but also in the indelible mark he has left on their lives.
The scene opens on a wake for Edgar Allan Poe, the renowned master of macabre literature, set the night before his funeral. Virginia Clemm Poe, Edgar’s devoted sister and staunchest advocate, has organized a somber yet fitting tribute to her brother’s legacy. She has gathered a small troupe of actors from the local theatre to perform readings of Poe’s most haunting and illustrious works.
The evening promises to be a solemn celebration of Poe’s literary genius, with each actor taking on iconic tales such as “The Black Cat,” “Annabel Lee,” “The Raven,” “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Fall of the House of Usher,” and many more. As the readings commence, the atmosphere in the room becomes thick with the eerie ambiance of Poe’s words, casting a spell over the assembled mourners.