Sip, savor, and shiver with Poe’s darkest tales brought to life through storytelling, cocktails, and confections.
Returning due to popular demand this spring, professional storytellers bring to life the “powerful graphic effect” that Washington Irving once praised in Edgar Allan Poe’s writing, with haunting renditions of The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat, and The Masque of the Red Death. We pair the tales with complimentary cocktails or mocktails designed to capture the spirit of the stories.
The evening begins in the Library, where visitors enjoy their first drink while standing among the shelves, listening to a creepy tale. From there, the experience deepens in an intimate theater setting, with three more of Poe’s dark masterpieces performed in turn, as those gathered sip drinks, enjoy a small nibble, and savor a piece of fine chocolate—indulgences to savor in the night’s shadows.
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 16+
Please note that while the event is theatrical and performed with a playful edge, it is an accurate reading of Edgar Allan Poe’s works and therefore includes the following elements:
Mature themes: Narratives feature violence, death, animal cruelty, and abuse, which may be disturbing for some audiences.
Psychological intensity: Suspense, eerie imagery, and unsettling moments are central to the storytelling.
May 23 – June 27
Saturdays
Advanced Tickets Only. Not Sold on Site
Live Performances
3:00, 5:00 & 7pm
Adult: $65
Senior (65+): $65
Young Adult (18-25): $65
Members: 15% off
Children under 3: FREE
Timed tickets can be exchanged for another date and time as long as there is availability. All exchange requests must be made by 5pm the day before your visit. There is a $2.50 per ticket exchange fee. Please see Historic Hudson Valley’s Ticket Refund and Exchange Policy for more details.
Phone and on-site purchases are subject to a surcharge.
