Clay Hill Farm Presents...
EDGAR ALLAN POE:
ASYLUM
An Immersive Dining Experience
This October, step into the dark, atmospheric world of 19th-century gothic horror as Clay Hill Farm hosts Edgar Allan Poe's ASYLUM—a unique, theatrical dining event that seamlessly weaves literature, fine dining, and psychological suspense. Set against the crisp autumn backdrop of Clay Hill Farm Restaurant, this exclusive production transforms the venue into an unhinged Victorian estate where the lines between sanity, and delusion completely blur.
Drawing inspiration from Poe's brilliant dark comedy The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Fether, the evening is hosted by the charismatic yet deeply eccentric Monsieur Maillard. As guests enjoy a multi-course dinner, what begins as an elegant autumn feast slowly unravels into a thrilling psychological descent. Edgar Allan Poe's ASYLUM offers a pure, atmospheric performance where Poe's iconic prose is delivered directly to tables between courses.
Diners will experience tour-de-force dramatic performances of Poe's most celebrated masterpieces—moving from the creeping, visceral horror of Berenice during dinner, to the breathless, manic paranoia of The Tell-Tale Heart and the haunting, tragic melancholy of The Raven over dessert. The Halloween season comes to life with the works of Edgar Allan Poe, candlelight, Clay Hill's devilishly delicious fare, and an eerie estate staff delivering a masterclass in classic gothic horror designed specifically for this intimate Clay Hill experience.
Edgar Allan Poe's ASYLUM will open October 21st for an 8-show run on select dates through November 8th at Clay Hill Farm. Seating is strictly limited to maintain an intimate parlor atmosphere, and reservations are required.
Simpson will continue at Clay Hill Farm in December with Dinner with Dickens, an evening with Charles Dickens and his very special reading of 'A Christmas Carol', followed by Robert Frost: Fire & Ice in February 2027
Tickets are $30 per person, plus the cost of food & beverage*
A Note from your Host:
While it is not required, we welcome you to arrive in your favorite Victorian Gothic attire.
Don your most mysterious or alluring ensemble and become a silent participant
in an unforgettable night
of theatrical horror.
**WARNING: Due to the dark and grisly nature of Poe's work and this production, we do not recommend it for young viewers. We rate it PG13
This is a Theatrical Dining Event w/ Limited Seating • (Shows sell-out quickly)
Reservations required: (207) 361-2272.
NOTE: $35 per person food/beverage minimum per ticket.
This is Simpson's 15th year performing as Edgar Allan POE, mesmerizing lovers of experiential dining and Poe's ghoulish grimoire with theatrical brilliance as the dark and enigmatic Poe. Simple, yet disturbing, props and surprises throughout the evening, will have lovers of both intimate theater and the Master of the Macabre on the edge of their seats.
📸- Photos Below: DeeRenee Photography
