Threedumb Theatre present One Man Poe: The Black Cat and The Raven based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe Two timeless tales by Edgar Allan Poe, performed back-to-back by one actor.

Immerse yourselves in two timeless Edgar Allan Poe classics! Arguably Poe's darkest tale, The Black Cat depicts an alcoholic's last confession on the eve of his death.

Then, the poem that made Poe famous: The Raven. In the midnight hour, an elderly man laments the loss of his love when an ominous visitor is heard tapping on his chamber door.

One Man Poe brings Poe's words to life like never before.

This show has won awards for the Best Overall Show at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 (The Derek Awards) and Best Horror Solo Show at Edinburgh Fringe 2024 (The Spookies Awards).

It has also been a Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show in 2024 and 2025! Colchester Fringe Summer Weekender This event is part of the Colchester Fringe Summer Weekender.

Accessibility: and Content to Consider This show is a 12+, and contains mild references to violence, grief and torture.

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