Step into Newnan Theatre Company Julie Hunter Marchese Black Box Theatre October 15-17 & 22-24, 2026, and back in time during our Evening With Poe. While his name may be historic, the depths at which Edgar Allan Poe’s life and struggle influenced his works, while also touching every person he met, is a tale less told. Join us while we walk through the life of one of the most famous writers, understanding the madness behind the pen. You will be changed, forevermore. 

Auditions : Sunday, August 9 & Monday, August 10 @ 7:00pm

Directed by Crystal Booth

Assistant Directed by Terri Whitley

Check-in begins at 6:30 PM. Auditions will consist of cold readings and chemistry reads.

Cast List

• Adult Poe : 30s/40s, Male Presenting

• Narrator Poe : 20s/30s, Male Presenting

• Young Poe : Child, Male Presenting

• Teen/Young Adult Poe : 18-25, Male Presenting

• John : 30s/40s, Male Presenting

• Eliza : 20/30s, Female Presenting

• Francis : 30s/40s, Female Presenting

• Maria Poe Clemm : 40s/50s, Female Presenting

• Virginia Clemm Poe : 20s, Female Presenting

• *Ensemble

The number of ensemble roles will be determined based on audition turnout and production needs. Some principal roles listed above may also perform as ensemble members and/or cover multiple tracks throughout the production.