02-08-2025
52 Sumner in Springfield announces new shows for fall
SPRINGFIELD — It's still summer, but Angela Park and Dan McKellick, co-founders of 52 Sumner, are thinking about the months ahead.
52 Sumner, the former home of Faith United Church in Springfield, has announced two new shows for its fall lineup.
The Candlelight Concert Series — which have been performed in more than 150 cities across the globe — will host three concerts at 52 Sumner. 'Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons' will be staged on Oct. 18 at 6 p.m.; 'Candlelight: Halloween Classics' will be held on Oct. 18 at 8:30 p.m.; and 'Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings' will be held on Dec. 19 at 6 and 8:30 p.m.
The candlelight concerts pair live music played by a full orchestra with the glow of thousands of candles.
Also returning this fall is the Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy troupe for 'Chapter Two.' Guests will enjoy dramatic readings of Poe's tales paired with specially curated cocktails. The event will run Sept. 18 to 20, with multiple showtimes.
The Edgar Allen Poe Speakeasy first performed to sold-out crowds at the venue in 2024. 'We had just over 2,000 people through the doors in three days, and in three days, we did 12 shows,' Park said in an earlier interview with The Republican.
'I love Edgar Allen Poe, and I just thought it was so macabre,' Park said.
Other fall highlights include the return of 'The Voice' semifinalist Madison Curbelo with The 413s on Sept. 12 and Traveller: The Chris Stapleton Experience on Oct. 17.
For more information on the venue's fall lineup and to purchase tickets, go online to
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