The Edgar Allan Poe Spirit Experience
Stories of Poe's Life & Death
Famous Stories Brought to Life
Interactive Audience Participation
Spooky Events May Occur
Draw Adults to Your Library
This One Hour Long, Self-Contained Program Comes to YOU
Easy to arrange – just email me at [email protected]
or phone 716-940-8963!
Edgar Allan Poe’s impact on literature cannot be overstated. He’s one of the most celebrated authors of all time. And he’s known for creating some of the spookiest and grisliest works ever.
Why not celebrate the famous author with an interactive program for adults?
I’m library performer Cris Johnson. My newest program for adults is called “The Edgar Allan Poe Spirit Experience.” This interactive show celebrates Poe’s works and reveals key details of his life…and death.
From the various theories of the cause of Poe’s death to the ‘character assassination that cropped up after his passing, the man behind the Gothic horror he created is just as interesting as his works.
But there’s a twist.
To illustrate key Poe works, your patrons will participate in fun and spooky magic. It’s interactive fun perfectly suited for adults. Ghostly messages appearing from beyond. Psychic revelations of thought-of people and objects. Your group will be mesmerized, guaranteed.
Here’s just a sample of Poe’s works featured in this 60-minute spooky program:
- “The Raven”
- “The Balloon-Hoax”
- “The Masque of the Red Death”
- “The Gold Bug”
- “Murders in the Rue Morgue:
- “The Cask of Amontillado”
- “The Tell-Tale Heart”
- And many more…
This is a Show, Not a Lecture
People go to special events to have fun. Maybe even learn about a topic they are interested in. But no one wants to attend a dry, boring lecture delivered in a monotone. That’s why this program is a show, filled with fun and unexpected happenings.
Here are a few highlights:
- An amazing psychic demonstration reveals Poe’s lifelong battle with substance abuse
- Patrons handle pendulums…with unexpected results
- Four patrons try to survive their own encounter with the Red Death
- One guest takes an imaginary trip to Poe’s gravesite with a startling conclusion
- The Tell-Tale Heart comes to life!
- A message appears between two chalk slates…is it from Poe?
- And many more surprises…
The Easiest Adult Library Show Ever
This program is filled with unique props, atmospheric music, and fun audience interaction. The best part? It’s easy to host. I bring all of my unusual artifacts, music, and more.
This program can be hosted in virtually any library meeting room. Perfect for small, intimate audiences or bigger crowds, “The Edgar Allan Poe Spirit Experience” is adaptable for any library situation.
Backed by a “Better-Than-Money-Back-Guarantee”
After 20+ years of full-time performing, librarians know my programs always deliver. That’s why I’m confident your patrons will love “The Edgar Allan Poe Spirit Experience.”
I’m so sure that I’m happy to guarantee the show, too. If, after watching the show, you don’t feel like your guests were amazed, delighted, and entertained, you get the show for free…Plus, I will donate $500 to your library.
Oh, and in over 20+ years of performing, not a single client has ever taken me up on my guarantee. Your guests will love this show. And so will you.
Here’s How to Bring This Amazing Experience to Your Library
Scheduling this program is simple. Just call me at (716) 940-8963. Or email me at [email protected].
But this comes with a warning: I perform over 200 shows each year across multiple states. My travels take me to New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Ohio, Connecticut, New Jersey, and more. With a travel schedule like this, prime dates do fill up fast.
To avoid disappointment, contact me today, while you’re thinking about it.
“This was one of our most popular programs of the year! Our patrons enjoyed the audience participation and were very happy with the program. Highly entertaining and educational. Thank you so much!”
Carol Ellen Kowalik-Happy, Librarian
Olean Public Library
Olean, NY
“Fascinating history of sites, regardless of whether you believe in ghosts or not! Great thrills and scares!”
Theresa Streb, Library Director
Lyons Public Library
Lyons, NY
“Last night’s event was such a great experience – I had patrons coming up to me afterward wanting you to come back for another program. There are typically two types of programs – ones that are interesting and ones that are fun. ‘New York Spirits’ was that rare experience of being both. With your retelling of New York’s interesting history paired with the surprising spooks the show had to offer, every left engaged and happy.”
Patrick Montanaro, Library Director
Ogden Farmers’ Library
Spencerport, NY
“Thank you again for the great program. Here are some of the comments from our patrons that attended: ‘Very Entertaining,’ ‘Clever way to tell stories – loved the artifacts,’ ‘It was a fun hour-great time of year for the subject matter.’ Everyone thought you did a good job.”
Melissa Lindberg, Librarian
Clifton Springs Library
Clifton Springs, NY
“It was mind-boggling – I don’t know how you did what you did! It was awesome, I loved it!”
Stacy Wicksall, Library Directory
Macedon Public Library
Macedon, NY
“It was a great performance! He kept me wondering what was next! Cris was very knowledgeable. I thought it was very interesting and informative.”
Nancy Raymond, Library Director
Genesee Public Library
Little Genesee, NY
“This is a perfect program to get in the ‘spirit’ of the Halloween season. The way the ‘artifacts’ come to life is amazing! Cris is a joy to work with. I can’t wait to host one of his programs again. Great program!”
Glenice Peel, Library Supervisor
Big Flats Library
Big Flats, NY
“Teens and adults loved the Spirits program. They jumped when the spooky artifacts moved on their own. They leaned forward in their chairs during the stories and demonstrations. Cris is great to work with – he helped arrange tables, talked at length with the teens afterward, and was very engaging.”
Doris Jean Metzger, Teen Librarian
Steele Memorial Library
Elmira, NY
“Cris Johnson does an excellent job captivating and entertaining the audience. His storytelling is superb. It’s clear he knows his material well and does a wonderful job educating while entertaining. I jumped in my seat more than once as his paranormal happenings thrilled and entertained.”
Tina Dalton, Youth Services Coordinator
Cuba Circulating Library
Cuba, NY
“Cris Johnson was awesome performing the NY Spirits program for my Historical Group. They loved all his facts about local NY spooky houses and places. With his twists of magic and some interactive fun- it was fantastic! Thank you Cris for another wonderful program!”
Nancy Bailey, Library Director
Byron-Bergen Public Library
Bergen, NY
“WOW! Thank you SO MUCH for the fantastic, incredible performance you gave with your New York Spirits program at the Eden Library on Halloween night. Attendance exceeded our expectations and your rapport with the audience kept everyone on the edge of their seats! Patrons loved the show. You did a fantastic job engaging everyone in the tales – I’m hearing so much great feedback from community members who attended and even MORE buzz from those who didn’t make it (lots of ‘well, when is he coming back?’) We truly appreciate your taking time to visit us that evening. I’m definitely looking forward to working with you again!”
Donna-Jo Webster, Library Director
Eden, NY
“I loved your program–it was a great mix of spooky and fascinating and informational. The patrons loved it, too! The props were amazing! I was thinking about them all weekend. It was great to work with you–your online forms were very helpful and you always responded very promptly to emails. Thanks so much!”
Amy Henderson, Adult Services Librarian
Irondequoit Public Library
Rochester, NY