🔮Escape from Illusion: Houdini’s Paranormal Pursuit
A Dinner Theater Experience at the Historic Farnsworth House Inn
Step into the shadows of history and illusion as the Historic Farnsworth House Inn invites you to an evening of mystery, skepticism, and spellbinding storytelling. On February 28, 2026, the Main Dining Room transforms into a portal to the past, where the legendary escapologist Harry Houdini takes center stage—not in chains, but in pursuit of truth.
Join the incomparable “Doc” Weitzel, master of character and conjurer of theatrical magic, as he channels Houdini himself in a dramatic exploration of the magician’s relentless crusade to expose fraudulent mediums and spiritualists. From candlelit séances to ghostly parlors, Houdini’s battle against deception unfolds in vivid detail, revealing a man torn between wonder and reason.
This immersive performance dives deep into the late 19th and early 20th century, when Spiritualism swept across Europe and America, promising contact with the dead and stirring the hearts of believers. But Houdini, armed with logic, showmanship, and a fierce devotion to truth, dared to challenge the veil.
🍽️ Dinner Included
Guests will enjoy a comforting, old-world meal worthy of Houdini’s Hungarian roots and Victorian flair:
• Baked Chicken Pot Pie – A hearty blend of tender chicken, potatoes, and egg noodles, slow-cooked to perfection and crowned with a golden, flaky crust.
• Fresh Garden Salad – Crisp greens tossed with seasonal vegetables.
• Warm Roll & Butter – Soft, oven-baked bread served with creamy butter.
🥧 Dessert Choices:
• Double Chocolate Cake – Decadent layers topped with rich chocolate drizzle.
• Apple Pie – A timeless classic, spiced and baked to golden perfection.
Beverage and gratuity not included.
🗓️ February 28, 2026
đź•– 7:00 PM
đź“Ť Main Dining Room, Historic Farnsworth House Inn
🎟️ Tickets: $45.95 per person
Come for the dinner. Stay for the drama. Leave with your illusions shattered.
