The Fall of the House of Usher
Please note this performance takes place at Weathervane Playhouse in Newark, Ohio.*
Written by: Jack Neary
Loosely based on the classic Edgar Allan Poe Tale
In this adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale, playwright Jack Neary reimagines The Fall of the House of Usher as a thrilling 1930s detective drama set in Boston. James Brookfield, New York City writer, is invited by his childhood friend, Roderick Usher, to document the Usher family’s home. What starts as a restful break from Brookfield’s busy life soon turns into a nightmarish ordeal as he uncovers Usher’s dark intentions. Told as a series of lightning-paced flashbacks as police detective Michael Shaughnessy questions Brookfield about what actually led to the destruction of the Usher family and their home, the play moves relentlessly to its frightening, stunning conclusion.
Season tickets on sale now. Single tickets on sale beginning February 1st, 2025.
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Performance Dates and Times:
- Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
- Friday, May 30, 2025 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
- Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7:30 PM
- Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:30 PM
- Friday, June 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Adult Content – Suitable for adults, may contain mature themes and language.
The Fall of the House of Usher (Neary) is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
*All ticket sales are final. There will be no refunds issued for any ticket sales regardless of circumstance. This includes main stage season tickets, main stage single tickets, gift certificates, and Weathervane Theatre Academy production ticket sales.