ANVIL OF THE WORLD
ANVIL OF THE WORLD is an original one-person gothic horror performance exploring industrialization and masculinity in nineteenth-century Philadelphia. Performed by Jeff Joseph Katz and directed by Michael A. Stahler, the show is accompanied by hand-drawn animation and live sound effects. The performance features Katz reading from the journal of Asa Lawler, an 1870 smith's apprentice terrorized by a strange disease and mysterious metal chips appearing under his pillow.
Oct 22 – Oct 30, 2026 Official site
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Hours
October 22: 6:30 PM (also listed as 6:30pm); October 23, 24, 25, and 29: 6:30pm; October 30: 8:30 PM in the date heading, but 6:30pm in the detailed date list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the story of Anvil of the World?
The production follows the newly discovered journal of Asa Lawler, a young blacksmith's apprentice in 1870 Philadelphia who is haunted by a bizarre disease and the unexplained appearance of metal chips under his pillow.
Who performs and directs the show?
The one-person performance is created and performed by Jeff Joseph Katz and directed by Michael A. Stahler.
What multimedia elements are included in the performance?
The show incorporates hand-drawn animation alongside live sound effects to accompany the reading.
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