The Myth and the Madness of Edgar Allan Poe

Recently I have been dancing with Ballet Fleming who are soon to show a production based on the American author, poet, editor and literary critic, Edgar Allan Poe.

I find it fascinating how the show has been put together using his work and translating it into dance.

What is more interesting, the head of the Edgar Allan Poe National Historical Site's parents used to dance with New York City Ballet, along with Christopher Fleming (Artistic director of Ballet Fleming). I find it remarkable how the web of connections has reached back around within the artistic world.

Here are a couple of blogs from the lead dancers in the company and their roles in the ballet...

Holly Curran - The Raven

Dillon Anthony - Edgar Allan Poe