This magical and musical immersive theatrical
whirlwind explores the space between life and death and invites all participants to sink into and revel in the unknown. Come along with the Director, the Spiritualist, and the Orator as we navigate the Deceased brain’s final firings. As electrical impulses continue beyond heart beats, will anyone ever truly cross over or are we stuck in the seemingly eternal dream state of increasingly infinitesimal electric impulses?
You step inside a secret speakeasy in North Philadelphia. A sea of skeletal lamps and sculptures cast a warm, haunting glow around the room. The Director greets you with the guest book and some guidelines and inquiries for your time at The Wake. Your evening celebrating the life of the lucky Deceased begins with a cocktail as you take in somber, beautiful music. The Spiritualist offers you comfort or answers, depending on what you seek in your time of need.
The veil slides back as the Ceremony begins and the sound of brooding accordion fills the bar. You are compelled towards the sound only to be greeted by The Orator and The Attendant. From here the Deceased is revealed: a specially purchased ticket for one attendee per show. Not an actor but a regular person, one just like you, only they are prepared this evening to transition from this realm into the next.
Magic show? Seance? Concert? Play? Choose Your Own Adventure? Yes.
Come experience The Wake for yourself.
Door opens at 7:00pm
Show 7:30pm
LOCATION:Velvet Whip is located in the Eraserhood near 11TH & Vine Street. Exact location & entrance information are attached in the automated ticket confirmation when tickets are purchased.
ACCESS & PARKING: 10 minute walk from the 11th St. Station on the Market Frankford line.
We are five minutes from the offramp on 676, 95& 76.
There is a set of stairs to get into the venue that is not wheelchair accessible.
FOR PAID PARKING:
FOR METERED PARKING:
Best option is on Callowhill Street between 10th & 12th street, plenty of curb available
QUESTIONS LOCATION OR YOUR TICKETS?
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Refund policy: Please contact Producer to have your tickets transferred TO THE NEXT SHOW