New Performance Group, The Assembly of Phantasms, Debuts at The Atlanta Fringe Festival
The renowned Atlanta Fringe Festival is set to welcome a new addition to their lineup this year as a promising performance group, The Assembly of Phantasms, makes its highly anticipated debut with a spine-chilling theatrical presentation. The performances are slated for June 7th through 9th.
The Assembly of Phantasms Presents Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of The Red Death
The Assembly of Phantasms has been accepted into The Atlanta Fringe Festival with their exciting and eerie adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of The Red Death. The group plans to immerse audiences into a macabre world of suspense and beauty by expertly merging theatrical narration with cabaret style performances that are certain to captivate and enthral viewers.
The production is a retelling of Edgar Allan Poe’s haunting tale that revolves around Prince Prospero and his subjects as they desperately try to escape a deadly plague. This promising adaptation groomed to transport the audience into the chilling and evocative world of Poe’s fantasy will see talented artists like Jeremiah Kizer, DeCeption Theater, Ella Mentary, Atlanta’s own Koochie Koochie Ku, and director Valerie America Lavelle bring the tale to life.
Connecting Audiences with the Enthralling World of Poe
Valerie America Lavelle, the director of the show, notes the company’s belief in the transformative power of storytelling and the ability of theatre to challenge, inspire, and entertain. “With ‘The Masque of The Red Death’, we aim to kindle the audiences’ imaginations at The Atlanta Fringe Festival, leaving an everlasting imprint on their spirits,” Lavelle said.
The Atlanta Fringe Festival prides itself on connecting bold artists with appreciative and adventurous audiences, all in service of the growth and enhancement of the Atlanta arts community. Further information about The Atlanta Fringe Festival can be found on their website, atlantafring.org.
The Assembly of Phantasms calls on all enthusiasts of the arts, literature, and the works of Edgar Allan Poe to be a part of this exhilarating journey. The group also invites followers to stay updated with their preparations for the event through their Instagram and Facebook pages, where wondrous sneak peeks and exciting announcements await.
Event Information:
Edgar Allan Poe’s The Masque of The Red Death by The Assembly of Phantasms:
Date: June 7th-9th
Venue: 7 Stages Backstage
Tickets and other details can be found at atlantafringe.org
