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By: NewsRamp Editorial Staff
November 14, 2024
New Script 'A Christmas Carol for Edgar Allan Poe' to be Staged in Baltimore
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- Be the first to experience the brand-new script 'A Christmas Carol for Edgar Allan Poe' at the staged reading on December 21 and 22.
- The script uses the structure of 'A Christmas Carol' to tell the story of Poe's life leading up to the death of his wife.
- The production will contribute to the appreciation and adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's work, enriching the world of literature and theater.
- Experience the original composition and sound design provided by James D. Watson, a long-time collaborator on The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre's 'Poe Theatre on the Air' radio shows.
Impact - Why it Matters
The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre's innovative adaptation of a holiday classic offers a unique exploration of the life of Poe, bringing his story to the stage for audiences to enjoy and appreciate. The staged reading will help gather critical reaction for the full production, making audience participation crucial for the success of the show.
Summary
The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre presents a brand-new script, 'A Christmas Carol for Edgar Allan Poe,' to be staged at the Fells Point Corner Theatre on December 21 and 22, 2024. The reading will serve as a workshop for a full production in 2025, with ticket sales going towards offsetting the cost. The script uses the structure of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' to tell the story of Poe's life leading up to the death of his wife, Virginia Clemm Poe.
Source Statement
This curated news summary relied on this press release disributed by 24-7 Press Release. Read the source press release here, New Script 'A Christmas Carol for Edgar Allan Poe' to be Staged in Baltimore
