Yonder Window Theater Company presents this new piece where gothic ghosts encounter modern monstrosities when twin sisters inherit the house where Poe is reputed to have composed 'The Raven.' More…
'The House on Poe Street' reflects Poe's macabre spirit while exploring issues of gender parity, the presumptions of wealth, and the power of poetry to conjure spectral visions.
See it if Some fun campy scenes by the attractive but devious sisters and the spirit medium. Good songs.
Don't see it if Holy hormones Batman! So silly it was like a cartoon. Dull anti-capitalist sentiment. Pseudo-scientific paranormal drivel. Awful dialog.
See it if a superficial treatment of gender & class issues makes you feel superior for being able to chuckle off obviously simplistic arguments
Don't see it if you recognize a straw man fallacy when you see one
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See it if You want to see some excellent actors, a wonderful play that captures today's times and social issues brilliantly. Clever songs too!
Don't see it if No reason not to see..
See it if you’d like an amusing, well-done production where the ghost of Poe, his wife, and the raven hover over the proceedings.
Don't see it if you don't enjoy Gothic stories with improbabilities or tales by Poe.
Also The play is like a parody of a Poe tale, with two female twins who hav... Read more Read less
See it if you like intelligent writing, delightfully wacky twins, Edgar Allan Poe, + Gothic ghosts. Fantastical fun with serious issues.
Don't see it if you want your plays strictly realistic and you don't appreciate having fun with political and social issues.
See it if You are a fan of Poe and productions with a supernatural overtone, and are willing to suspend reality for a very offbeat plot.
Don't see it if You prefer more realistic productions and would not appreciate an unusual plot.
See it if you want to see an engaging, fresh tale set in a gothic house. The script is very smart, design elements, cast and direction are top notch.
Don't see it if You don't like theatre that's a bit dark.
See it if You enjoy theatre that explores abnormal subjects and unique characters that draw you in from the very beginning. Also amazing actors.
Don't see it if You only prefer traditional theatre. Also if you're emotionally triggered by ghosts or Edgar Allan Poe, this isn't the best show for you.
See it if You want to enjoy two sumptuous female characters who are the most likeable villains I have seen in years. Like delicious language.
Don't see it if You don't like to be challenged with a script that twists perceptions of good and if you want a clear protagonist. There is nuance to this.
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See it if You like gothic themed plays that utilize the narrator to connect to the audience. See it if you love a fiery comic duo/ set of twins.
Don't see it if You like well fleshed out plays that have a sense of climax or build. If you don't like gothic plays w/ poetry this isn't the play for you.
Also Eliza Shea is the clear standout star of the show. Her grace and comic... Read more Read less
See it if You like a good comedy with issues combined. Perfect Halloween fare, with a bit of feminism on the side. Poe's famous poems well musicalized
Don't see it if You can't go with wacky dialogue and a potentially sci-fi premise that brings to light the role of women in a male dominated world.
See it if Interesting take on topical issues.
Don't see it if You are looking for something frothy, this is a bit deeper.
See it if You enjoy a well-written sci-fi theme focused on contemporary issues of sexuality with first-rate acting and staging in an intimate setting.
Don't see it if You prefer bland or simplistic story lines or don't want to be provoked.