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11/24/2026 - 1/3/2027

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL AT THE MERCHANT'S HOUSE Resumes In-Person Shows Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021

This December, as Summoners Ensemble Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL AT THE MERCHANT’S HOUSE resumes long-anticipated live performances for its 9th holiday season, they are once again offering performances virtually! F
A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Merchant's House to Return This December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 23, 2021

For the ninth holiday season, Summoners Ensemble Theatre will bring their production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL back to the Merchant’s House Museum (29 East 4th Street, Manhattan).
BWW Review: John Kevin Jones' Captivating Performance of A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Merchant's House Museum
by Michael Dale - Dec 16, 2019

Since its first publication in 1843, Charles Dickens' holiday classic, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, has been adapted countless times for various stages, screens and pages, but undoubtedly the most authentic presentations of the story of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge and the ghosts who assist in his transformation into a kind and generous soul were the numerous live readings the author gave during the last 18 years of his life.
BWW Review: John Kevin Jones Bring Exquisite Chill To KILLING AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE
by Michael Dale - Oct 4, 2019

You might call John Kevin Jones the 'resident author' of East 4th Street's 1832 landmark Merchant's House Museum, though not in the traditional sense.
KILLING AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE Returns This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2019

Summoners Ensemble Theatre, in association with the Merchant's House Museum, is pleased to announce the return of Killing an Evening with Edgar Allan Poe. The haunting one-man show that debuted last year to great acclaim returns for 27 performances only this fall at the landmark 1832 Merchant's House Museum (29 E. 4th Street, Manhattan), New York City's only 19th century family home preserved intact.
A CHRISTMAS CAROLl At The Merchant's House Returns For A 7th Year!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 25, 2019

In December 1867, Charles Dickens arrives in New York City for a month of sold-out performances of his beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. Join Mr. Dickens, portrayed by actor John Kevin Jones, as he tells his timeless Christmas tale in the elegant intact Greek Revival parlor of the landmark 1832 Merchant's House Museum (29 East 4th Street, Manhattan). Summoners Ensemble Theatre brings their production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL back to the Merchant's House Museum for the seventh smash year in a row.
THE BLOODY DEED OF 1857 Returns To Colonnade Row For Limited Fall Run
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2018

After a sold-out workshop run in March, Paranormal History Productions returns to Colonnade Row with an official limited run of The Bloody Deed of 1857 for the autumn season. The immersive 90 minute play is an adaptation of news accounts which reported the breathless daily developments about a sensational murder that took place on nearby Bond Street. Elise Gainer, author of Ghosts and Murders of Manhattan, credits the nearby Merchant's House Museum with the idea to turn this true-life murder into a play. The work was selected as the featured piece in the Tectonic Theatre Project's Advanced Moment Work Master Class with Moises Kaufman in May 2017. Ken Davenport, the veteran Broadway producer, consulted on this unique immersive experience including script and overall project development.
New Solo Showcase KILLING AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLEN POE Plays 10 Performances This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2018

Summoners Ensemble Theatre, in association with the Merchant's House Museum, is pleased to announce Killing An Evening with Edgar Allen Poe, a haunting new solo showcase that will play ten performances only this fall at the landmark 1832 Merchant's House Museum (29 E. 4th Street, Manhattan), New York City's only 19th century family home preserved intact, inside and out.
THE BLOODY DEED OF 1857 Returns To Colonnade Row For Limited Fall Run
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2018

After a sold-out workshop run in March, Paranormal History Productions returns to Colonnade Row with an official limited run of The Bloody Deed of 1857 for the autumn season. The immersive 90 minute play is an adaptation of news accounts which reported the breathless daily developments about a sensational murder that took place on nearby Bond Street. Elise Gainer, author of Ghosts and Murders of Manhattan, credits the nearby Merchant's House Museum with the idea to turn this true-life murder into a play. The work was selected as the featured piece in the Tectonic Theatre Project's Advanced Moment Work Master Class with Moises Kaufman in May 2017. Ken Davenport, the veteran Broadway producer, consulted on this unique immersive experience including script and overall project development.
THE BLOODY DEED OF 1857 Returns To Colonnade Row For Limited Fall Run
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2018

After a sold-out workshop run in March, Paranormal History Productions returns to Colonnade Row with an official limited run of The Bloody Deed of 1857 for the autumn season. The immersive 90 minute play is an adaptation of news accounts which reported the breathless daily developments about a sensational murder that took place on nearby Bond Street. Elise Gainer, author of Ghosts and Murders of Manhattan, credits the nearby Merchant's House Museum with the idea to turn this true-life murder into a play. The work was selected as the featured piece in the Tectonic Theatre Project's Advanced Moment Work Master Class with Moises Kaufman in May 2017. Ken Davenport, the veteran Broadway producer, consulted on this unique immersive experience including script and overall project development.
New Solo Showcase KILLING AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLEN POE Plays 10 Performances This Fall
by Julie Musbach - Aug 14, 2018

Summoners Ensemble Theatre, in association with the Merchant's House Museum, is pleased to announce Killing An Evening with Edgar Allen Poe, a haunting new solo showcase that will play ten performances only this fall at the landmark 1832 Merchant's House Museum (29 E. 4th Street, Manhattan), New York City's only 19th century family home preserved intact, inside and out.
THE BLOODY DEED OF 1857 Returns To Colonnade Row For Limited Fall Run
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2018

After a sold-out workshop run in March, Paranormal History Productions returns to Colonnade Row with an official limited run of The Bloody Deed of 1857 for the autumn season. The immersive 90 minute play is an adaptation of news accounts which reported the breathless daily developments about a sensational murder that took place on nearby Bond Street. Elise Gainer, author of Ghosts and Murders of Manhattan, credits the nearby Merchant's House Museum with the idea to turn this true-life murder into a play. The work was selected as the featured piece in the Tectonic Theatre Project's Advanced Moment Work Master Class with Moises Kaufman in May 2017. Ken Davenport, the veteran Broadway producer, consulted on this unique immersive experience including script and overall project development.
DEARLY BELOVED To Be Presented At Merchant's House Museum
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2018

The Merchant's House Museum cordially invites you back in time to 1845 to attend the nuptials of Elizabeth Tredwell and Effingham Nichols, June 9, 6:30 p.m. An abundance of white flowers will fill the Tredwells' Greek Revival double parlor in 19th century fashion. Nineteenth century attire is encouraged and guests may even opt to be a participant as a bridesmaid or groomsman. The museum is located at 29 East 4th Streetin New York City, 212 777-1089. Tickets are $25-$55, with discounts for museum members, available at merchantshouse.org.
BWW Review: John Kevin Jones Recreates Charles Dickens' Readings Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Landmark Merchant's House Museum
by Michael Dale - Dec 15, 2017

It may not be as well-known a holiday tradition as seeing the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall, but for the fifth straight year, the Summoners Ensemble Theatre's delightful presentation of John Kevin Jones' thoroughly engaging solo performance of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Merchant's House Museum is one of the hardest-to-get tickets in town.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to the Merchant's House this Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2017

In December 1867, Charles Dickens arrives in New York City for a month of sold-out performances of his beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. 
Lower East Side History Month 2017 Events Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2017

Over eighty local museums, cultural groups, community organizations, gardens, and small businesses are participating in the 4th Annual Lower East Side History Month! For a full listing of all events and details, please go to www.leshistorymonth.org
Museums, Gardens, Businesses and More to Take Part in Lower East Side History Month
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2017

Over eighty local museums, cultural groups, community organizations, gardens, and small businesses are participating in the 4th Annual Lower East Side History Month!

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