There is a hidden door in Rio that reveals itself only to those who know where to look; time seems to move more slowly—as if the city were keeping a secret: the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy transforms cocktail-making into a ritual and classic literature into a living experience, all brought to life through live storytelling.
The atmosphere is elegant, unsettling, and magnetic —an invitation to experience Poe up close, on a night that blends words, atmosphere, and flavor into a single sensory journey.
What is the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy experience?
Imagine four doors, each opening onto a different Poe nightmare —and you, with a glass in hand, passing through them all. The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is an immersive four-act experience in which the author’s universe comes to life through live storytelling, a gothic setting, and signature themed cocktails tailor-made for each tale.
Why does Edgar Allan Poe belong in the shadows of a speakeasy?
Because Poe’s writing doesn’t just ask to be read— it demands closeness, almost intimacy. In the dim light, amid candles and silhouettes, the cadence of *The Raven* echoes more powerfully, as if the raven itself were perched on the listener’s shoulder. The unease of *The Black Cat* and the psychological spiral of *The Tell-Tale Heart* find , in this enclosed and intimate setting, the perfect backdrop to grow in silence… until they take over everything.
There is also something deeply sensory about this combination. The dark opulence of *The Masque of the Red Death* — with its imagery of revelry, excess, and fatality— comes to life in every detail of the space, from the soft glow of the candles to the clinking of ice in the shaker. Here, each drink isn’t just an accompaniment: it’s part of the story. Flavors, aromas, and textures have been designed to deepen each chapter, as if mixology, too, knew how to tell horror stories.
Reviews of Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy in Rio de Janeiro
Before opening in Curitiba, the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy had already won over audiences in the United States with its immersive atmosphere and literary approach.
“An incredibly immersive experience from start to finish.”
“The actors and the cocktails made for a really fun and unique night.”
“Fantastic atmosphere, engaging storytelling, and excellent drinks.”
“Perfect for Edgar Allan Poe fans and anyone looking for something out of the ordinary.”
“Dark, elegant, and surprising—I’d go again.”
If you’re looking for a night with a gothic atmosphere, stories by Edgar Allan Poe, themed cocktails, and the intimate charm of a speakeasy, here’s an event that’s completely out of the ordinary. The experience takes you on a dark, elegant, and immersive journey —the kind that stays with you long after the candles go out.
It’s an experience for adults, with select dates and limited seating. If you hesitate, you risk finding the door closed— check the schedule for your city before spots run out.
