Deadly Melodies and Nocturnal Tales of Edgar Poe
Will you dare to listen to the end?
An all-ages show that combines Edgar Allan Poe's fantastic tales with classical and modern music performed live, chosen for their ability to create mystery, fear and suspense. Through adapted stories, the show immerses young and old alike in a dark and poetic universe, blending thrills, dark humor and imagination.
Duration
1 hour
Audience
From 6 years old
Format
3 artists (1 storyteller, 2 musicians)
Ideal period
October - November, school holidays
A Unique & Immersive Show
« Aria of Death » is a revolutionary musical show that fuses Edgar Allan Poe's literature with contemporary classical music. This poetic journey immerses the audience in the dark and captivating universe of the American writer, exploring universal themes of love, death, and eternity through original musical arrangements.
Combining dramatic narration, live music and poetic visuals, this show appeals to all audiences, from children to adults. It is a unique form of art that transcends the boundaries between literature, music and theater.
Perfect for Education
Used in schools, libraries and cultural centers in Belgium, this show is an excellent educational tool to introduce young people to classical music and English literature. Teachers appreciate its innovative approach that makes learning fun and memorable.
Young spectators discover how music can tell a story, how emotions are conveyed through the piano-violin duo, and how classical art remains deeply relevant today.
Literary Works
Adaptations for young audiences of three tales by Edgar Allan Poe
The Black Cat
A tale of guilt and madness
The Oblong Box
A troubling maritime mystery
The Fall of the House of Usher
The collapse of a cursed lineage
Musical Universe
When music reveals horror
Each tale is accompanied by a musical journey where classical and modern composers meet to create the perfect atmosphere.
Bach
Toccata and Fugue in D minor, Air
Vivaldi
The Four Seasons, Storm
Saint-Saëns
Danse Macabre
Chopin
Nocturnes, Funeral March
Mussorgsky
Night on Bald Mountain
Grieg
In the Hall of the Mountain King
Modern
Danny Elfman, John Williams
Experiences & Performances
Municipality of Walhain
Perwez Cultural Center & Le Grimoire d'Éole - Night of Horror
Citizen Café Six O'Clock