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Robert Mason
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Robert Mason
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  • The Cask of Amontillado
  • An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
  • The Fall of the House of Usher
  • The Oblong Box
  • The Purloined Letter
  • The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether
  • The Tell-Tale Heart
  • Robert Mason received a B.A. in English, Creative Writing, from the University of Missouri in May, 1975. He's spent nearly thirty years as a theatrical lighting designer, set designer, sound and lighting technician, and cameraman. He also has written the novel, Fakin' the Blues.
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    The Cask of Amontillado adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Short, 10-15 minutes
    2 males
    $35.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.

    Montresor holds a horrible grudge against Fortunato, a rich man with a penchant for wine and parties. On the night of a festival, Montresor seeks revenge by using a rare cask of Amontillado as a lure.

    (This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.)
    "The Cask of Amontillado" by Robert Mason. The Cask of Amontillado, Edison Community College, Piqua, Ohio (2008).


    An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe
    adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the stories by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Full-length, 70-85 minutes
    4 females, 8 males, 2 either
    (12-52 actors possible: 4-16 females, 8-43 males)
    $75.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: Each piece in this anthology can be licensed and performed separately.

    Enter the wonderfully creepy world of Edgar Allan Poe with six faithful adaptations of some of his most haunting works. From old favorites such as The Cask of Amontillado and The Tell-Tale Heart to lesser known gems like The Oblong Box and The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether, this collection of short plays represents Poe at his most horrifying.

    To purchase this book of 6 plays, click "Order this play" above. To perform an individual play, click on its title below:

  • The Cask of Amontillado
  • The Purloined Letter
  • The Fall of the House of Usher
  • The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether
  • The Oblong Box
  • The Tell-Tale Heart
  • "An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe" by Robert Mason. An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe, Edison Community College, Piqua, Ohio (2008).


    The Fall of the House of Usher
    adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Short, 12-17 minutes
    1 female, 3 males
    $35.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.

    Madeline -- Roderick Usher's only living relative -- is buried in the family vault after her sudden death. Are the scratching sounds that ensue the result of premature burial, or Roderick's growing insanity?

    (This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.)
    "The Fall of the House of Usher" by Robert Mason. The Fall of the House of Usher, Edison Community College, Piqua, Ohio (2008).


    The Oblong Box adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Short, 12-17 minutes
    3 females, 6 males, 2 either (9-11 actors possible: 3-5 females, 6-8 males)
    $35.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.

    While traveling on the SS Independence, Renelle runs into an old friend from college. However, Renelle is surprised to find that Cornelius has not only gone through a change in personality, but is also transporting a very large piece of cargo. Renelle suspects a famous painting, but could the box's contents be something darker?

    (This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.)


    The Purloined Letter adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Short, 10-15 minutes
    1 female, 5 males, 3 either (9 actors possible: 1-4 females, 5-8 males)
    $35.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.

    When a possibly scandalous letter is stolen from the Queen, the police suspect the Prime Minister to be the culprit. However, when searches of his house fail to produce any evidence, it is up to Detective Dupin -- the Sherlock Holmes of his day -- to save the reputation of the Queen.

    (This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.)


    The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether
    adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Short, 15-20 minutes
    4 females, 17 males (12-21 actors possible: exactly 4 females, 8-17 males)
    $35.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.

    During his vacation in France, Lemonde decides to visit a lunatic asylum known for its unique practices. However, Lemonde soon finds that its famous "System of Soothing," which allows lunatics to walk outside their cells, makes it difficult to distinguish the keepers from the inmates.

    (This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.)
    "The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether" by Robert Mason. The System of Dr. Tarr and Professor Fether, Edison Community College, Piqua, Ohio (2008).


    The Tell-Tale Heart adapted by Robert Mason
    Based on the story by Edgar Allan Poe
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    Drama
    Short, 7-12 minutes
    2 males, 3 either (5 actors possible: 0-3 females, 2-5 males)
    $35.00 per performance; $9.99 per book

    NOTE: This play is part of an anthology called An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.

    Turned mad by the sight of his neighbor's eye, Burke kills the old man and cautiously hides the body. However, despite his cleverness, will Burke be able to escape his own insanity?

    (This play can also be performed as part of the full-length play An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe.)
    "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Robert Mason. The Tell-Tale Heart, Edison Community College, Piqua, Ohio (2008)
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