Vegetarian Grazing Platter
In short About the experience
Theatrical cocktail experience that brings four of his most famous stories off the page and onto the stage. Let our Poe Historians guide you through a 75-minute journey of dark literature, paired perfectly with four exquisite, classic cocktails.
The Setlist: 4 Tales, 4 Cocktails.
- Tale 1: Tell-Tale Heart – Paired with the Pale Blue Eye
- Tale 2: The Black Cat – Paired with The Cat’s Meow
- Tale 3: The Raven – Paired with the Nevermore
- Tale 4: The Masque of the Red Death – Paired with the Cocktail of the Red Death
Experience highlights

A chilling 4-part experience
Watch four of Poe's most famous works leap off the page and onto the stage.

Sip the story
A curated tasting menu of 4 themed cocktails, each paired to a tale. Mocktails on request.

Immersive theatre
History and literature reimagined with dramatic flair by expert Poe Historians.

Dark elegance
Lose yourself in a meticulously crafted gothic atmosphere built for a night out.
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On the day How it works

Step inside & settle in
Find your seat and ease into the evening with your first cocktail. Arrive 30 minutes early. Doors close at the start and no entry is allowed once the show has begun.

Immerse yourself in Poe's universe
The lights dim. The first tale begins. Four stories await, and there is no turning back.

Sip through the setlist
4 cocktails, each inspired by a different tale from Poe's dark universe.
Reviews What people are saying
4.0/5
based on 163 reviews
Karen T.
nov 2026
A fantastic night. The whole experience was impressive. The actors were so talented!
Diane D.
oct 2026
We loved the performance and the venue. The entire experience was wonderful. The two actors were excellent.
Raymond M.
oct 2026
So great would love to go again if finances were diffrent
Raphael T.
oct 2026
Awesome play, great acting and totally matched the drinks
Stephen O.
oct 2026
Had an amazing time. The actors were absolutely incredible
M S.
oct 2026
The actors were truly great and worth the ticket price alone. Excellent choice of stories and lighting too.
Rosemary N.
oct 2026
Wonderful experience! Thank you
Sharon M.
nov 2026
The performance was fabulous.
Steven B.
oct 2026
Loved it. As a Poe scholar myself, I thoroughly enjoyed the introductions to each story, and hearing people's reactions. ("His cousin!")
Lisa L.
oct 2026
Such a good night. Very entertaining. Thank you!
Tony M.
oct 2026
Fantastic experience
Naomi V.
oct 2026
Thank you! It was fun.
Andrea A.
oct 2026
Performances were excellent. Venue was cool. Atmospheric. Yummy cocktails.
Rohan W.
oct 2026
Brilliant show
Jenny W.
oct 2026
The performances were in inedible. Bravo!
About the venue75 Reid St

75 Reid Street, nestled in the heart of Fitzroy North, is a stunning multi-room venue with a rich history dating back to 1924. Curated by a passionate community, it supports events and gatherings that bring people together, fostering connection, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging within the neighbourhood.
Address
75 Reid St, Fitzroy North VIC, Australia, 3068
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
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