Usually a brood of bloodsuckers means someone’s getting drained, but what this party presupposes is what if it didn’t? A ticket to the Vortex’s “Dark Carnival of Delights” pours precious life blood – aka, money – into the coffers of these local alt-theatre champions, making their continued productions flush with a sanguineous glow. But that $45-80 ticket doesn’t just buy you the great feeling of supporting the arts. You’ll be getting into a real Halloween hooplah, with a Blade rave (IYKYK), live music & performances, carnival games, and plenty of thematic tipples, treats, and tawdry thrills to fulfill every appetite. – James Scott
