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Nicodemus Underwood (played by Tom Ford) and Lord Edgar Hillcrest (Steven Srafford) speculate on the identity of the strange creature that took a bite out of Nicodemus’ wooden leg in “The Mystery of Irma Vep.” The play, an exaggerated spoof of Gothic horror and Victorian melodrama, is being presented by Portland Stage Company through Feb. 21. An unsuspecting woman marries a mysterious lord, only to discover that the presence of his first wife still haunts the manor house. Complete with vengeful vampires and damsels in distress, “Irma Vep” is filled with witty literary allusions and subversive political jabs. For showtimes and ticket information, call 774-0465 or visit www.portlandstage.org. Portland Stage is located at 25A Forest Ave., Portland.
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Spoofing Gothic horror
Nicodemus Underwood (played by Tom Ford) and Lord Edgar Hillcrest (Steven Srafford) speculate on the identity of the strange creature that took a bite out of Nicodemus’ wooden leg in "The Mystery of Irma Vep." The play, an exaggerated spoof of Gothic horror and Victorian melodrama, is being presented by Portland Stage Company through Feb. 21. An unsuspecting woman marries a mysterious lord, only to discover that the presence of his first wife still haunts the manor house. Complete with vengeful vampires and damsels in distress, "Irma Vep" is filled with witty literary allusions and subversive political jabs. For showtimes and ticket information, call 774-0465 or visit www.portlandstage.org. Portland Stage is located at 25A Forest Ave., Portland.
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