From the short story by Edgar Allan Poe
Adapted and Directed by Jack Neary
An exciting adaptation of the Poe tale, reinvented as a detective thriller set in 1930’s Boston.
James Brookfield, an up-and-coming writer from NYC, is invited to the Boston home of his childhood friend, Roderick Usher, to “chronicle the evolution” of the House of Usher. What begins as a pleasant distraction from the busy hubbub of New York’s literary circles turns into a maelstrom of horror when Brookfield realizes that the life of Usher’s sister, Madeline, as well as his own, are in terrible danger.
“Engrossing and entertaining […] holds one’s interest throughout as it moves relentlessly with a series of twists […] to a terrifying conclusion.” – Sydney Arts Guide
“Even if you are familiar with the original story, there are enough plot twists and seamless alterations on the original to keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat. The ending has been completely re-worked with a conclusion that is so disturbing I can’t believe Poe didn’t think of it himself.” – Arts on the AU, Read More
“Jack Neary has cleverly transposed [The Fall of the House of Usher] into a macabre thriller that works disturbingly well.” – Stage Whispers, Read More
CAST
Detective Shaughnessey – John Budzyna
James Brookfield – Thomas Carnes
Madeline Usher – Jocelyn Duford
Roderick Usher – Joe Couturier
Fiona – Kate Gilbert
Dr. Tremblay – Ed Simeone
Claire – Sammi Soprano
CREW
Director – Jack Neary
Stage Manager – Deirdre Budzyna
Set Design & Construction – Kirk Trach
Lighting Design – Griffinn Gower
Costume Design – Meredith Prato
Props Design – Jordan Formichelli
Sound Design – Michaela Pride
Thursday 10/31 at 9pm
Thursdays at 7pm
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30pm
General Admission: $29
Students / Seniors (65+): $26
Military / First Responders: $26