EDGAR ALLAN POE BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

February 1, 2009 - December 1, 2008 | 4:30pm - 12:00am

EDGAR ALLAN POE BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Come toast Poe’s 200th birthday while enjoying a rare exhibit of Poe artifacts along with a number of special performances. The evening will include:   

o    An Edgar Allan Poe tribute by noted actor John Astin of “The Addams Family” fame. Mr. Astin will present a spellbinding hour of Poe’s most beloved works interspersed with comments and observations on Poe’s life.
o    Marvel at a theatrical performance of Hop Frog, Poe’s chilling tale of revenge, complete with special effects, life-size puppets and live actors. A feast for the eyes and the imagination.
o    A musical tribute to Poe by soloist Paula McCabe from the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. Ms. McCabe sang at the funerals of beloved sportscaster Jim McKay and football legend Johnny Unitas.
o    A sparkling apple cider toast to Poe conducted by Jeff Jerome from the Poe House and Museum and John Astin will conclude the evening’s event.
o    A cake in the shape of Poe’s coffin will be raffled off at the conclusion of the Sunday program.
o    This event is sponsored by the city of Baltimore

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