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Classic American Tales Brings New Events to Cape May
by Emmy Rice - Aug 2, 2025

From August 5 through August 14, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present three different events in two different Cape May locations: The historic Dormer House B&B and The Cape May Public Library. 

Review: THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM at BECK CENTER FOR THE ARTS
by Roy Berko - Jun 20, 2025

The intimate Beck’s Studio Theatre is a perfect venue for meeting and greeting THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM a blue-grass, farcical musical with a book and lyrics by Alfred Uhry and music by Robert Waldman. 

Classic American Tales to Present TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2025

From June 12 through October 16, Classic American Tales (CAT) once more will present 'Tales at the Dormer House' in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories by American authors. 

TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE Returns This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2023

Listen to stories by Chester Himes, O. Henry, Katherine Anne Porter, and other well-known American authors while taking in the breeze on the porch of an historic bed and breakfast, drinking lemonade, and enjoying homemade desserts. Learn more about the upcoming lineup as part of Tales at the Dormer House!

CAT's TALES AT DORMER HOUSE is Now Playing in Cape May
by Stephi Wild - Jul 26, 2023

Listen to stories by Chester Himes, O. Henry, Elsie Singmaster and Mark Twain while taking in the breeze on the porch of an historic bed and breakfast, drinking lemonade, and enjoying homemade desserts. It's all part of Classic American Tales' (CAT) popular 'Tales at the Dormer House' in Cape May, NJ, every Thursday at 4:00 p.m through August 10.

TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE to Continue In Cape May
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 1, 2023

From June 8 through August 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) is presenting 'Tales at the Dormer House,' formerly known as 'Tales of the Victorians' and 'Tales in the Backyard' when previously produced by East Lynne Theater Company (ELTC).  Guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories by American authors like O. Henry, Zora Neale Hurston, and Mark Twain.  

Classic American Tales' TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE Continue Weekly Through August 8
by Stephi Wild - Jun 19, 2023

From June 8 through August 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) presents 'Tales at the Dormer House,' formerly known as 'Tales of the Victorians' and 'Tales in the Backyard' when previously produced by East Lynne Theater Company (ELTC).  Guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories by American authors like O. Henry, Zora Neale Hurston, and Mark Twain.

Classic American Tales to Present TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2023

Through August 10, Classic American Tales will present 'Tales at the Dormer House,' formerly known as 'Tales of the Victorians' when previously produced by East Lynne Theater Company

Classic American Tales Presents TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE in June
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2023

Classic American Tales (CAT) presents TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE.  This new company has taken on what had been presented by East Lynne Theater Company (ELTC) for 33 years under the name 'Tales of the Victorians.'

East Lynne Theater Company Presents its 33rd Year of TALES OF THE VICTORIANS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2022

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's popular 'Tales of the Victorians' returns for its thirty-third year.  Take tea at a unique Cape May venue, indulge in tantalizing treats, and listen to stories by famous American authors like O. Henry, Zora Neale Hurston, and Mark Twain read by ELTC performers for only $12.00. Children are always welcome, and ages 12 and under are free. 

East Lynne Theater Company Offers Different Live Events Weekly
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2021

'Men pass on the family name - Women pass on the family stuff,' says Gayle Stahlhuth in her one-person play, 'Goin' Home.'  She'll be presenting highlights from this work at East Lynne Theater Company's next 'Tales in the Backyard' on Thursday, July 1 at 4:00 PM.

East Lynne Theater Company's TALES IN THE BACKYARD to Celebrate Juneteenth
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2021

East Lynne Theater Company's 'Tales in the Backyard' is celebrating Juneteenth on Thursday, June 17 at 4:00 PM with Stephanie Garrett presenting 'A Brief Look at the African American Experience in America Since Juneteenth.'

Rockin' Rich Lynch Remembers Fallen Nashville Musician on Latest Single 'Vague To The Max'
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2021

Nashville based musician Rockin' Rich Lynch had only been in town a short while when he went for a ride on the famed Natchez Trace Parkway. While crossing the valley in Franklin he decided to walk across the chasm courtesy of the concrete double arch span provided by the Natchez Parkway Bridge.

East Lynne Theater Presents Ida B. Well's Speech For The NAACP
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2021

East Lynne Theater Company presents Stephanie Garrett reading a speech by Ida B. Wells (July 16, 1862 – March 25, 1931), 'Lynching, Our National Crime,' which was filmed at the Cape May Presbyterian Church in Cape May, NJ. 

East Lynne Theater Company Presents YULETIDE TALES
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2020

Since April, East Lynne Theater Company has been presenting 'Tales at Home,' virtually, and 'Tales in the Backyard,' live, and for the holidays, its 'Yuletide Tales.'

Stephanie Lambring Releases 'Autonomy'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 23, 2020

The ability to make your own decisions—to truly own the course your life takes, is a freedom that can take a while to embrace.

Broadway Rewind: THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM Returns with Steven Pasquale!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 10, 2020

Today we rewind to 2016 for the Roundabout Theatre Company revival of The Robber Bridegroom. Directed by Justin Levine, this first-ever New York revival of Alfred Uhry and Robert Waldman's musical comedy starred Steven Pasquale, and more!

East Lynne Theater Company to Present TALES OF THE VICTORIANS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2020

The Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company is offering 'Tales of the Victorians,' live storytelling performances in front of petite audiences in the backyard of a home in Cape May, every Thursday from 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM from June 18 - August 13.

Buffering The Vampire Slayer Prom, Harry And The Potters And More Announced At The Bell House
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2019

East Lynne Theater Company's TALES OF THE VICTORIANS Returns
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2019

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's popular 'Tales of the Victorians' returns for its thirtieth year! Take tea at a lovely venue, indulge in tantalizing treats, and listen to stories by famous American authors like O. Henry, Zora Neale Hurston, and Mark Twain read by ELTC performers for only $12.00. Children are always welcome, and ages 12 and under are free.