37th Annual Edgar Allan Poe Readings

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 05:00 pm to 09:15 pm UTC-05:00

1800 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60616 | Chicago

Glessner House
Publisher/HostGlessner House
37th Annual Edgar Allan Poe Readings
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Squirm in your seats as actors from Lifeline Theatre present readings of Poe's terrifying stories and poetry. Hear classics like The Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart, as well as some of Poe's lesser known works. This is an extremely popular event and people return year after year, so don't wait, tickets sell out fast! Not recommended for children.
Two readings will be offered:
5:00 - 6:15pm
8:00 - 9:15pm
COVID-19 POLICY
Lifeline Theatre encourages, but does not require, that face masks be worn.
$30 per person / $24 for members
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