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Phantasmagoria XVI “Hauntingly Whimsical Tales”<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Celebrating 100 Years of Author and Artist EDWARD GOREY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join the members of Phantasmagoria as they take a very special journey through the tales of iconic Artist and Author Edward Gorey in celebration of his 100th<\/sup> Birthday Year!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Phantasmagoria\u2019s signature blend of Evocative Storytelling<\/strong>, Phantastical Dance<\/strong>,<\/em> Puppetry, Projections, Original Music and MORE <\/em><\/strong>will bring to life on stage the humorous, mischievous, mysterious, tragic, ironic, and hauntingly delightful visions of  Gorey\u2019s distinctive \u201ceerie yet whimsical worlds\u201d <\/em>(wbur.org) that have charmed readers for decades since they were first published.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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From the tragedy of \u201cThe Gilded Bat\u201d<\/strong> to the horrified exclamations of anyone who comes into the presence of \u201cThe Beastly Baby\u201d.<\/strong> . .and from the frolicsome yet dangerous antics of \u201cThe Wuggly Ump<\/strong>\u201d to the humorously ghastly deaths of
\u201cThe Gashlycrumb Tinies\u201d<\/strong> and SO many more richly crafted tales, Phantasmagoria and its audiences will relish in the works of this prolific visionary!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u201cEdward Gorey\u2019s extraordinary imagination continues to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Renowned for his intricate pen-and-ink drawings, clever storytelling, and a distinctive blend of elegance and playful whimsy, he left an indelible mark on the worlds of art, literature, and design.\u201d \u2013 www.EdwardGorey.org<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The perfect way to celebrate the 2025 Halloween season!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Photograph by Richard Avedon.<\/em> Image used with permission from the Edward Gorey Charitable Trust.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Works included are fully licensed through the Edward Gorey Charitable Trust. All related titles, characters, and logos are property of The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust.  All Rights Reserved<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe mission of the Edward Gorey Charitable Trust is to honor the creative and philanthropic legacy of Edward Gorey through preservation and promotion of his literary and artistic works and support of the animal welfare causes to which he was devoted.\u201d \u2013 <\/em>www.EdwardGorey.org<\/em><\/a>   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ticketing Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Melon Patch Theatre – Leesburg, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

October 3rd<\/sup> and 4th<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Reserve Your Tickets<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dr Phillips Center for the Performing Arts \u2013 Orlando, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

October 9th<\/sup>, 10th<\/sup>, 11th<\/sup> and 12th<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Reserve Your Tickets<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Athens Theatre \u2013 Deland, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

October 24th<\/sup> and 25th<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tampa Theatre, Tampa, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

October 26th<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Reilly Arts Center \u2013 Ocala, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

November 1st<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Theatre West End \u2013 Sanford, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

November 7th<\/sup> and 8th<\/sup> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visit Phantasmagoria at:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

www.PhantasmagoriaOrlando.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facebook: www.facebook.com\/PhantasmagoriaOrlando<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

X (formerly Twitter)<\/em>, Instagram, and TikTok: @PhantasOrlando<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sampling of Phantasmagoria Reviews and Media Quotes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cOne of the most unique theater troupes in the country\u201d<\/p>\nGood Day Atlanta<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cIf I were to write that it was a good performance, I would be making a vast understatement. They were spectacular to state the least. . .I could and would go back to see them again and again.\u201d<\/p>\nNightmare News<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe entire atmosphere changes. You can feel the hairs on the back of your neck standing up as though there is someone right behind you<\/em>…\u201d<\/p>\nOrlando Sentinel<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>

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\u201cPhantasmagoria is visually addictive.  Once you see it, you can\u2019t unsee it.\u201d<\/p>\nMaryland Theatre Guide<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThis was the circus every punk and goth kid wanted to run off with in their childhood.\u201d<\/p>\nWatermark<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThey keep getting better and better every year!\u201d<\/p>\nGood Day Orlando<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201c. . .they\u2019ve become masters at quietly placing that cold, dank hand on the back of your neck in that dark theater, just when you least expect it\u201d<\/p>\nFreelineMediaOrlando<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cPhantasmagoria is truly a wonderful, unique sight to behold  . . .the audience feels like they have become ensnared by Phantasmagoria\u2019s ghostly tale, and there\u2019s no way out until it\u2019s been finished.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\nLion’s Price Newspaper<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201c<\/strong>Something wicked this way comes in the form of \u201cPhantasmagoria\u201d<\/p>\nOrlando Sentinel<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cA realm of beauty, elegance . . .an adult Halloween treat for the senses!\u201d<\/p>\nTheDailyCity.com<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201c. . .blends literature, dance, puppetry and poetry into a wonderful post-modern theatrical tapestry.\u201d<\/p>\nWESH.com<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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“You may think you’ve done theater… but you’ve never done theater like THIS! . . .Phantasmagoria is a mesmerizing, transformative experience that tantalizes the eyes, ears, mind, and soul.\u201d<\/p>\nDawn Sabato, ComeSeeOrlando.com<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cPhantasmagoria manages to bring us back to the purest form of storytelling; in which every whisper, every stomp, and every raised inflection has a purpose. The power invoked in their words not only gives these stories life, but aids to entrance the viewer deeper into the haunting brilliance of their world.\u201d<\/p>\nCitysurfingorlando.com<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cGothic Horror, and Theater: truly a combination that, when stirred together into the magnificent talent conglomerate known as Phantasmagoria, . . .On every level, it is Phantasmagorgeous.\u201d<\/p>\nVictorian Gothic and Steampunk Magazine<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cTwisted and engaging, . . .a production that shouldn\u2019t be missed.\u201d<\/p>\nOrlando Weekly<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThey keep getting better and better every year . . .\u201d<\/p>\nGood Day Orlando<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cAll are brutal, all are creepy, and all are aimed to keep you on the edge of the chair. And that\u2019s where you spend the evening. . . It\u2019s elegant and mysterious. .  .\u201d<\/p>\nInk19<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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