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A Christmas Haunting: Charles Dickens’ Spirits

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Waynesville’s rich history and reputation as a haunted village provide the perfect backdrop for this unique holiday experience. The Seth Silver Haines Mansion, with its storied past and eerie ambiance, enhances the immersive atmosphere of this Victorian ghost story.

About the event

Experience a chilling Victorian tradition at the historic Seth Silver Haines Mansion (McKee Manor) in Waynesville, Ohio. Did you know that ghost stories became a cherished part of Christmas during the Victorian era? Families would gather around the hearth on Christmas Eve, sharing tales of the supernatural, believing the long, dark nights were the perfect backdrop for such stories. Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol revived this tradition, intertwining the festive spirit with eerie encounters. Now, you can experience this tradition firsthand at the Seth Silver Haines Mansion, a Gothic home built in 1854, believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad. The original brick was covered with stucco in 1909, and parts of the tunnel used to bring runaway slaves up from the river are still in evidence. 

 

👻 Group Details

  • Limited to 12 guests per group

  • Intimate, interactive experience

 

🎭 Dress Code

Feel free to dress in holiday attire or embrace the spooky spirit of the season.

 

💰 Admission

$30 per person (includes performance, exploration, and refreshments) Fun for the family, Ages 10+ Are Welcome!

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Please refrain from arriving intoxicated.

  • This is a private residence; respect for the property and fellow guests is appreciated.

  • The venue includes stairs; please ensure you and your guests are able to navigate them.

A Christmas Haunting: Charles Dickens’ Spirits

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Waynesville’s rich history and reputation as a haunted village provide the perfect backdrop for this unique holiday experience. The Seth Silver Haines Mansion, with its storied past and eerie ambiance, enhances the immersive atmosphere of this Victorian ghost story.

About the event

Experience a chilling Victorian tradition at the historic Seth Silver Haines Mansion (McKee Manor) in Waynesville, Ohio. Did you know that ghost stories became a cherished part of Christmas during the Victorian era? Families would gather around the hearth on Christmas Eve, sharing tales of the supernatural, believing the long, dark nights were the perfect backdrop for such stories. Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol revived this tradition, intertwining the festive spirit with eerie encounters. Now, you can experience this tradition firsthand at the Seth Silver Haines Mansion, a Gothic home built in 1854, believed to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad. The original brick was covered with stucco in 1909, and parts of the tunnel used to bring runaway slaves up from the river are still in evidence. 

 

👻 Group Details

  • Limited to 12 guests per group

  • Intimate, interactive experience

 

🎭 Dress Code

Feel free to dress in holiday attire or embrace the spooky spirit of the season.

 

💰 Admission

$30 per person (includes performance, exploration, and refreshments) Fun for the family, Ages 10+ Are Welcome!

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Please refrain from arriving intoxicated.

  • This is a private residence; respect for the property and fellow guests is appreciated.

  • The venue includes stairs; please ensure you and your guests are able to navigate them.

Performance, visual arts bring ‘cultural experience’ to Loft Theatre

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Tripple Croxx Entertainment, OFP Productions and the Human Race Theatre Company, present The Signature’s “Poetic Soul Fusion” show June 17.

The night, hosted by national slam poet Will Evans, will include appearances by HBO Def poet Sunni Patterson, acoustic soul singer Ken J. Martin and internationally renowned violinist Shaw Pong Liu. The performances will also recognize Black Music Month, Juneteenth and the accomplishments of the late Gil Scott-Heron.

Sierra Leone, producer of The Signature, says the show synthesizes performance and visual arts and will have something for everyone.

“It’s a cultural experience,” she says. “But we want to pay homage to other things taking place as well.”

Patterson, the featured artist, brings her New Orleans heritage into her music by adding some soulful flavor. She is known for both her visionary styling and her powerful delivery. With a resume that includes appearing on BET’s “Lyric Café,” and HBO’s “Def Poetry,” Patterson promises to bring a show-stopping performance.

Leone says through The Signature, artists like Patterson and can reach people.

“We believe creative art is the tangible element that connects us to our humanity,” says Lee Croxx, CEO of Tripple Croxx Entertainment.

The show will be held at The Loft Theatre, 126 N. Main St. Doors open at 8:30 p.m., and cocktails will be available before the show. Tickets for The Signature cost $15 in advance and $20 at the door. They are available at www.ticketcenterstage.com. 937-228-3630.