Nightmares from POE

Four Stories. Four Drinks. One Unforgettable Evening!

Nightmares from Poe brings four of Edgar Allan Poe’s most haunting tales to life through dramatic storytelling, captivating performances, and expertly crafted cocktails inspired by the stories themselves. You will embark on a 90-minute journey into the shadows of one of literature’s most legendary masters of the macabre.

Every story has a secret. Every drink has a tale. And every moment draws you deeper into Poe’s unsettling world.

Dare to experience the darkness?

✨ The Experience

🕯️ Four Tales of Terror - Witness four of Edgar Allan Poe’s most iconic works reimagined through immersive theatrical performances that bring his chilling stories off the page and onto the stage.

🍸 Four Cocktails Inspired by Poe - Savor a curated selection of four handcrafted cocktails, each inspired by one of Poe’s unforgettable tales. Prefer to skip the alcohol? Zero-proof mocktails are available upon request.

🎭 Literature Meets Live Theater - Be transported into Poe’s world by our Performers, who combine historical insights, dramatic storytelling, and theatrical flair to create an evening unlike any other.

🖤 A World of Gothic Elegance - Enter a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere of shadowy corners, eerie details, and dark sophistication. Every element is designed to immerse you in the mystery and magic of Poe’s imagination.

📜The Lineup: Four Stories. Four Drinks.

ACT I — The Tell-Tale Heart - (Paired with The Final Confession)

Enter the mind of a narrator consumed by paranoia, guilt, and the relentless sound of a beating heart.

ACT II — The Cask of Amontillado - (Paired with The Final Toast)

A chilling tale of revenge, deception, and betrayal, as a man lures his unsuspecting enemy into the depths of a dark catacomb with the promise of rare wine.

ACT III — The Raven - (Paired with The Final Goodbye)

Journey into a world of grief, lost love, and haunting memories as a mysterious raven delivers its unforgettable message.

ACT IV — The Masque of the Red Death - (Paired with The Final Waltz)

Step inside a world of extravagant revelry, hidden fears, and an ominous presence that no one can escape.

📍Event Details

📅 Date & Time: Select your preferred session when purchasing tickets.

📍 Location: Wake County Shrine Club

⏳ Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

🔞 Age Requirement: Guests must be 21 or older and present a valid ID.

♿ Accessibility: The venue is ADA compliant.

🍹 Non-Alcoholic Options: Zero-proof mocktails are available upon request.

🕯️ An Evening in the Shadows

Leave the ordinary behind and cross the threshold into a world of mystery, suspense, and dark elegance.

For one extraordinary evening, the Wake County Shrine Club becomes a sanctuary devoted to the master of the macabre. Through evocative performances, captivating storytelling, and a carefully curated cocktail experience, you’ll explore the twisted imaginations, haunting obsessions, and unforgettable characters that define Poe’s literary legacy.

Whether you’re a lifelong admirer of Edgar Allan Poe, a lover of immersive theater, a cocktail enthusiast, or simply searching for a distinctive night out, this experience invites you to discover these classic tales in an entirely new way.

Come for the cocktails. Stay for the stories. Leave with the nightmares.

Four Stories. Four Drinks. One Darkly Unforgettable Night.

Enter if you dare!