'The Tell-Tale Farce'

What could possibly go wrong when a mail carrier pretends to be poet Edgar Allan Poe? Theater fans find out when the Essex Community Players present Don Zolidis’ fast-paced comedy The Tell-Tale Farce as part of its 60th season. This knee-slapping story of mistaken identity and misplaced affection follows said mail carrier who, acting as Poe, accepts a poetry commission from a wealthy dowager — and attempts to woo her niece. Throw a lovesick teenager and an archenemy into the mix, and door slamming and score settling ensue. Jennifer Martin directs a cast of local performers in this rollicking exploit.