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Urbana University takes a different spin on Halloween this year with their multifaceted production of Plugged-in Poe, which will be taking place in the Hub on October 31st and November 1st at 8:00 pm.
The production transforms Poe’s nineteenth-century literature into a contemporary reading and performance with modern imagery and sounds. Urbana University English professor Carolyn Stoermer, Poe enthusiast, explains, "the dark stories play off of people's basic fears,” which is one skill at which Poe does really well.
The Edgar Allen Poe interpretation consist of some of Poe’s most famous works, including “Alone”, “The Bells”, “The Black Cat”, “The Cask of Amontillado”, and “Spirits of the Dead”. According to Zac Middaugh, Student Technical Director, all of the performances are structured specifically to creep people out on opening night. The rendition of Poe’s work will surround the audience with their deepest fears because the stories “consume our own imagination,” said Middaugh.
The compilation of Poe’s nineteenth-century literature done with a modern twist will be a fantastic experience for any Poe fan or hunter of dread to see. “Halloween is a fun holiday, and the performance will be a compelling way to enjoy being scared,” says Director Piatt. The story is something that all people can relate to on a basic level. “Who doesn’t sometimes grapple with their dark side?” exclaimed Piatt.
With no admission fee, Plugged-in Poe is a show that no one will want to miss. Performances begin at precisely 8:00 pm with limited seating.