Enter the dark season with award-winning storytellers, symphony musicians, haunting horror themes, piano, synths, and immersive lighting.
About this EventJoin us for an evening of iconic music from horror films and classical masterpieces alongside award-winning horror storytellers at Portland's Sanctuary Hall on Friday, October 30.
The music will be performed by a string quartet of players from the Oregon Symphony and Oregon Ballet Theater, along with other featured performers on pipe organ, piano, and synthesizer.
Award-winning storytellers Katherine Factor (she/her), winner of the Test Site Poetry Prize; Garett Cook (he/him), winner of the Wonderland Book Award; and A.L. Goldfuss (they/them), recipient of the Brave New Weird Award, will bring their captivating tales and poetry to life throughout the evening, accompanying the haunting musical performances.
The show will unfold in the historic Venetian Gothic church built in 1891 called Sanctuary Hall, home of the First Congregational Church.
More than 1,500 flickering LED candles will illuminate the stage, while atmospheric projection mapping transforms the building's soaring Gothic architecture into an immersive backdrop for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling.
Agenda🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
DoorsInfo: Arrive early, grab a drink from the bar, and explore the stunning architecture of our historic 1891 Venetian Gothic church. Wander through the art gallery, admire the soaring arches and intricate details, and soak in the enchanting atmosphere before the evening's macabre festivities begin.
🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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