Back by popular demand, Anne Williams returns to perform a selection of dramatic readings of Poe’s famous poems and short stories. The recitations are framed in the context of the author’s life, interspersed with excerpts from newspapers, letters, and observations by contemporaries. Selections will include several of the following: The Black Cat, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Oval Portrait, The Cask of Amontillado, Morella, The Raven, Annabel Lee, The Bells, For Annie, A Dream Within A Dream, El Dorado, The Haunted Palace, and The Fall of the House of Usher (abridged). This event is usually held in our parlor but due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, it will be held outside on our brick patio. Please dress appropriately for the weather or bring a warm blanket. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs to help ensure social distancing. We will have some chairs available as well. FACE MASKS MUST BE WORN BY ALL TICKET HOLDERS. Please Note: This event is for persons 17 years or older. Seating is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. Two performances are available for this popular program 6-7:30 pm, and 8-9:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased by selecting the performance time on our website's event listing (https://stephensonhouse.org/events) or by calling the site 618-692-1818.
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Back by popular demand, Anne Williams returns to perform a selection of dramatic readings of Poe’s famous poems and short stories. The recitations are framed in the context of the author’s life, interspersed with excerpts from newspapers, letters, and observations by contemporaries. Selections will include several of the following: The Black Cat, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Oval Portrait, The Cask of Amontillado, Morella, The Raven, Annabel Lee, The Bells, For Annie, A Dream Within A Dream, El Dorado, The Haunted Palace, and The Fall of the House of Usher (abridged). This event is usually held in our parlor but due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, it will be held outside on our brick patio. Please dress appropriately for the weather or bring a warm blanket. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs to help ensure social distancing. We will have some chairs available as well. FACE MASKS MUST BE WORN BY ALL TICKET HOLDERS. Please Note: This event is for persons 17 years or older. Seating is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. Two performances are available for this popular program 6-7:30 pm, and 8-9:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased by selecting the performance time on our website's event listing (
