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“The Best Storytelling I’ve Ever Seen in NYC”: Why NYC’s Secrets & Lies is Your Perfect Pre-Halloween Night Out

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The storytellers of NYC’s Secrets & Lies and I have spent the last month celebrating the secrets hidden beneath New York Cityโ€”from the quiet wilderness of Central Park to the forgotten history in the street streets. As October deepens, weโ€™re switching our focus from natureโ€™s secrets to something far more chilling: NYC’s infamous ghosts and the secrets they left behind.

The audience feedback from our last event, NYC’s Secrets & Lies โ€“ Nature, was absolutely overwhelming. Before we dive into the chilling tales planned for October 28th, we want to prove that this is more than just a showโ€”it’s a truly unforgettable New York experience. If youโ€™ve been on the fence, let our past audience convince you to secure your spot for a night of fright, tricks, and treats!

Why the Show Works

We set out to create compelling, high-caliber storytelling, and the response confirmed it. This show isn’t just reciting history; itโ€™s about crafting a narrative that sticks with you long after you leave The Hidden Jewel Box Theater, a secret theater hidden inside Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Here is a glimpse of what audience members said about the last installment:

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Testimonial 1: โ€œFrom the moment I stepped in through the secret door to the moment I left through ANOTHER secret door, this was the best storytelling I’ve ever seen in NYC!”

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Testimonial 2: โ€œI haven’t been this entertained and educated at the same time in a long time. The perfect New York night outโ€”NYC’s Secrets & Lies is a true hidden gem of the cityโ€™s indie arts scene.โ€

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Testimonial 3: โ€œA masterclass in stage presence. The performers brought every secret to life and I had no idea which stories were true and which was the lie! I bought tickets for the next show before I left the theater.โ€

From Nature to Ghosts

Image created by Christa Avampato

The same dedication to research, quality performance, and compelling narrative that wowed the audience last month is now being turned towards the cityโ€™s darker corners.

For NYCโ€™s Secrets & Lies โ€“ Ghost Stories on Tuesday, October 28th at 8pm, we’re diving deep into the true hauntings and the unsettling history that makes New York one of the spookiest places on earth. Expect to hear real, unsettling stories about:

  • The notorious ghosts of Greenwich Villageโ€™s oldest theaters.
  • The dark family secrets buried beneath modern skyscrapers.
  • The lingering spirits tied to a famous Manhattan landmark.

And one big lie! This is an intimate, spine-tingling historical journey just three days before Halloween. Our show is your perfect way to connect with the ghosts of New York’s past. Come early when the doors open at 7:30pm to enjoy some treats, meet the storytellers, and explore The Hidden Jewel Box Theater before it closes and disappears forever!

Space at The Hidden Jewel Box Theater is extremely limited for this one-night-only event. With the clock ticking down to October 28th, tickets are selling fast thanks to the buzz from our last show. Don’t wait to secure your spot!


๐Ÿ‘‰ CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS FOR OCTOBER 28TH ๐Ÿ‘ˆ

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PS – Keep following our social channels for behind-the-scenes looks at the chilling research for the Ghost Stories show! You can follow me on Instagram and Threads at @christarosenyc and you can follow the show on Instagram at @nycsecretsandlies.

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Joy today: Halloween writing and reading with Neil Gaiman

Happy Halloween! Anyone have a writing-inspired Halloween costume? Let’s see ’em – post a pic in the comments.

Also, if you’re looking for some fun Halloween literary entertainment, I’ve got some for you:

Neil Gaiman reading Poe’s poem, The Raven:

The origin story of Sleepy Hollow and the Headless Horseman traces its roots to the Middle Ages! This link also has some fun related Halloween content at the bottom of the page, too: https://www.history.com/news/legend-sleepy-hollow-headless-horseman

And when you’re all done with your pumpkins, don’t throw them in the trash. Instead, treat the wildlife in your gardens and local woods who can make very good use of them.

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A Year of Yes: Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween from me and my little caped crusader! You can vote for me and Phineas here for his daycare Halloween costume contest here:ย https://woobox.com/9rtqyk/gallery/519moZsOBzg

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Wonder: A sweet Halloween treat – The Breaking Bread Podcast launch!

I am so excited to let you know that The Breaking Bread Podcast launches today. Check out my interview with the Capital Area Food Bank and learn about all of the incredible work they do to support 444 food-based organizations in the D.C. area who in turn help hundreds of thousands of our neighbors every year who face food insecurity on a daily basis. It’s an inspiring story about food as a social justice issue, the fight to end hunger, and our ability to help our city grow stronger and healthier together.

You can find The Breaking Bread Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, and TuneIn.

 

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This just in: A theatrical and literary Halloween at DC’s Mockingbird Hill

If you’re looking for a way to celebrate Halloween in DC with equal amounts of fright and art, check outย Mockingbird Hill. Their 3rd annual A Toast to Poe will happen in partnership with We Happy Few Productions’s staged reading of Poe’sย The Cask of Amontillado. What could be better than a Halloween filled with tributes toย the king of macabre? I hope you’ll join me. The more the merrier, or is it the more the scarier?!

It's a Poe Halloween in D.C.
It’s a Poe Halloween in D.C.