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Registration opens:
October 03rd, 2026

A Meeting of the Macabre - Edgar Allen Poe and Ann Rice
2026-10-24 14:00:00 2026-10-24 15:00:00 America/New_York A Meeting of the Macabre - Edgar Allen Poe and Ann Rice The Traveling Literary Theater share the challenges, disappointments, and inspirations of each author. The actors pierce your senses while dramatically reading passages from famous works. REG. Long Beach Island Branch -

Saturday, October 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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The Traveling Literary Theater share the challenges, disappointments, and inspirations of each author. The actors pierce your senses while dramatically reading passages from famous works. REG.

Step into the shadows and awaken your darkest curiosities...

Journey through the haunting brilliance of Edgar Allan Poe, whose tales of madness, melancholy, and the macabre shaped the very foundation of gothic literature. Then cross into the seductive, immortal realm of Anne Rice, where vampires brood, desire burns, and eternity comes at a price.

Through dramatic storytelling, evocative scenes, and chilling insight, this immersive experience delves deep into the lives, inspirations, and legacies of these iconic writers. Discover the passions that drove them, the darkness that haunted them, and the timeless works that continue to captivate audiences around the world.

This is not just a show - it is an encounter with the macabre itself.

Actors: Bill King and Sam McLaughlin from the Traveling Literary Theater.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Performing Arts | General | Friends Event |

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