Charleston, SC
Fantasmagoriana, or, the Story of Frankenstein
In 1816 at the Villa Diodati, Lord Byron challenges you to write a ghost story...
In the summer of 1816, at the Villa Diodati, Lord Byron, and several of his contemporaries gather together on holiday. After a drunken night of exchanging ghost stories, he challenges everyone to write their own. And indeed, every person in attendance walks away with their own ghost. Some, a great story, the likes of the Vampyre and Frankenstein. Others, the untimely deaths of their loved ones, or the specter of their own end. One part historical reenactment, one part haunted house, and one part musical theatre, the show will feature many interactive elements inviting the audience to be one of Lord Byron's guests at the Villa Diodati- to drink, to dance, and to be a part of the story. Jumping into roles as characters in the stories the famed poets and authors read and write, songs that invite you to jump to your feet and dance alongside these legends, and several other surprises, this will truly be an experience you won't forget. A ONE NIGHT ONLY engagement this Halloween, be sure to get your tickets now! We hope to see you there! Please include a valid email and physical address at checkout, as an invitation will be mailed to you. You must present this invitation for admittance to the event. No refunds can be made, but if you would like to transfer your ticket to someone else, please do so before October 1, 2024. This event will be filmed, and used by Cash, the composer, in the future for marketing, promotional, and other purposes. This event is meant for audiences 21+, there will be an open wine bar, and the show features subject material not suitable for children. If you'd like to know more about Cash's work, go to http://composer.cash
Audience Role
The audience are the guests of Lord Byron. They may be invited to participate as specific characters in the stories being read and written throughout the show. The characters may also engage the audience in conversation. There are many instances where the audience will be invited to dance on the ballroom floor.
Ages: 21 +
There are multiple instances of kissing, as well as implied sex. There is no nudity.
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About Cash, the Composer
A composer based in Charleston, SC, Cash runs the Music of the Two Rivers, a local not for profit music studio. Primarily focused on giving affordable and accessible music lessons until now, she is branching out to start hosting new theatrical productions. While she will primarily focus on premiering her own works for now, she plans to premiere the new works of other local composers as time goes on.