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November 15

When We Spoke to the Dead: Spirits, Suffrage, and Stagecraft

When We Spoke to the Dead: Spirits, Suffrage, and Stagecraft

Ilise S. Carter (The Lady Aye) is a New York–based writer and performer. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Allure, among many others. She is the author of The Red Menace: How Lipstick Changed the Face of American History and the forthcoming When We Spoke to the Dead. As her stage persona, The Lady Aye, she has performed sword swallowing, fire eating, and sideshow arts with acts ranging from Rob Zombie to Cirque du Soleil.

11/15/2025 8:00 PM

Door Time: 7:50 PM

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When We Spoke to the Dead: An Evening with Ilise S. Carter

Join us Saturday, November 15th at the historic Lord Baltimore Hotel for an evening of spirits, stories, and stagecraft, sponsored by Atomic Books, Poe's Magic Theatre, and the Lord Baltimore Hotel.

Schedule:

4:00–6:00 pm: Book signing hosted by Atomic Books

6:00–7:00 pm: Lecture & Q&A with author Ilise S. Carter on When We Spoke to the Dead

8:00 pm: Variety show featuring six performers!

- Sally the Cinch
- Krystal Younglove
- Hot Todd Lincoln
- Anna Steasa
- Vince Wilson
- The Lady Aye

Step into an evening that begins with the forgotten history of séances and women’s voices, then carries into a night of wonder and spectacle.

General Admission Ticket Includes:

  • Headline Magic Show
  • Close-Up magic before the show
  • Discounted Rate for Valet Parking
  • Post-show meet and photos with the magicians

VIP Ticket includes Poe's Magic Theatre VIP After-show Experience: (in addition to the above)

Enhance your magical evening with priority seating and a 30-minute VIP After-show, where our headlining magician performs exclusive illusions and interacts closely with guests. In this intimate setting, you'll have the chance to ask questions, gain insights, and perhaps even learn a trick or two. This unique experience perfectly blends mystery, learning, and unforgettable magic.

The Lord Baltimore Hotel

The Lord Baltimore Hotel, showcasing the LB Tavern, is an exquisite blend of Art Deco and French Renaissance styles. It's recommended to arrive an hour early for dinner or 30 minutes early for drinks, to ensure ample parking and time to enjoy the elegant ambiance.

Ilise S. Carter (The Lady Aye) is a New York–based writer and performer. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Allure, among many others. She is the author of The Red Menace: How Lipstick Changed the Face of American History and the forthcoming When We Spoke to the Dead. As her stage persona, The Lady Aye, she has performed sword swallowing, fire eating, and sideshow arts with acts ranging from Rob Zombie to Cirque du Soleil.