Dark Library: The Time Machine

Welcome to the Dark Library. We’ve been expecting you.

It’s 1894 in southwest London. You and your fellow Royal Society members are invited to attend a secret meeting of the greatest minds in history for a presentation of an invention that could threaten mankind’s very existence. DARK LIBRARY: THE TIME MACHINE is an immersive theatrical experience set in a Victorian HG Wells multiverse, featuring characters from THE TIME MACHINE, THE ISLAND OF DOCTOR MOREAU, THE INVISIBLE MAN, ANN VERONICA, and THE WAR OF THE WORLDS.

Much like a tasting menu, the evening will be accompanied by a curated series of libations. Four (4) original creations have been designed specifically to complement the experience. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic options are available.

*No drinks will be served with the ASSOCIATE MEMBER ticket.*

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Secure Your Invitation

Associate Member – $45
General admission to Dark Library: The Time Machine. Experience the full immersive performance.

Society Member – $79
Includes admission plus four curated libations, thoughtfully paired to the progression of the story.

Royal Council – $119
Includes admission plus priority reserved seating, upgraded drink pairing and presentations, and exclusive character interactions reserved for our highest ranking Royal Society members. The most refined and interactive experience from start to finish.

All guests selecting a cocktail pairing must be 21+ with a valid ID. Non-alcoholic pairings are available.

The Dark Library returns April 4 – April 25, 2026.

Fridays & Saturdays: 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM
Sundays: 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM

The journey lasts 75 minutes with no intermission.

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The cast features Janaya Jones as Miss Watchett/Nebog, Gabe Oliva as Lord Thomas Filby, Katherine Powers as Lady Ann Veronica, Luke Rampersad as Captain Robert Ogilvy, Will Riddle as Mr. Edward Turner, Parker Sela as the Head Librarian, Paul Stanko as Doctor Moreau, and Ian Wolf as Doctor Benjamin Griffin.

Playwright: Blaise Hemingway

Director: Jennifer Strattan

Creative Director: Jennifer Oundjian

Composer: Cooper Baldwin

Choreograper: Emily DePauw

Production Design: E.K. Dagenfield, D'Angelo Reyes

Cocktail Design: Jeremy Needleman and Al Rahn

Immersive Design: Parker Sela

Lighting Design: Aiden Vice

Sound Design: Harrison Johnstone

Costume Design: Liuba Randolph, Natalia Aksenova

Magic Design: Robert Ramirez

Projection Design and Show Engineer: Brian Russell

Mechanical Effects Designer: Clayton Williams

Stage Manager: Nia Johnson

Marketing Director: Tianna Cohen

Producing Artistic Director: Graham Wetterhahn

Sensory and Health Advisory:

Dark Library contains flashing and patterned lighting effects, which may affect individuals with photosensitive epilepsy or other medical conditions. The production also includes loud noises with subwoofer bass and atmospheric water-based haze.

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About the Dark Library

The Dark Library is an experimental series focused on the artistic exploration of literary figures through an intersection of multisensory mediums, including cocktails, dance & movement, and experiential design.

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