If you’re like me, and have a hankering for some grand western magic.
Go grab some POWDER RIVER from Colonial Radio Theatre!!
Seven seasons and two specials that have kept this ol’ cowpoke warm in the cold wintery nights.
Go back to a simpler age!
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With Christmas just days away, my Dad is about to get his present for the Early Ward Christmas, and I’m not holding back what. POWDER RIVER.
That’s right. What better gift can you give, than fantastic audio? Instead of wondering what to give, pop over to Colonial and grab your favourite bundle. Whether its historical or hysterical, mysterious or monstrous, contemporary or cowboy. Get some rare and wonderful radio drama today!
It’s been 75 years today that radio took America by storm. That King of Radio Theatre, Orson Welles had convinced those who were glued to their sets that the Martians had invaded, and the rest was history.
No one questioned the power of the audio story again, nor the way it could rivet a listener and paint pictures in the mind that left an indelible mark.
And to mark the three quarter of a century mark, who else, but the modern day equivalent of Mercury Theatre on the Air, the award winning, ever freshly sounding Colonial Radio Theatre takes on a shiny new story of this timeless tale of H.G. Wells’ invasion from the Red Planet.
Veteran writer M.J. Elliott brings back the feel of 19th century England, and with the dulcet tones of our own enormously talented David Ault in the main role along with the expert and clear direction of Jerry Robbins at the helm this story is instantly a classic.
I had thought all versions of the Martian attack had been seen almost endlessly, but instead of reprising Orson Welles’ inventive modern day style, the CRT gang goes back to the roots.
This is why Colonial Radio has been so popular through the years, in my opinion. They are one of the very few companies that captivate the joy of radio plays from the past with the skills of modern storytelling.
If you’re a fan of history, a fan of science fiction, or aching to pull out your steampunk attire, don’t hesitate. Get yourself a copy of “War of the Worlds” from either Amazon or Audible today! At $6.95 it’s a steal!
Amazing news from Carl Amari- famous Audio Drama producer of such projects like Mikey Spillane’s Mike Hammer, The Twilight Zone Radio Drama, and The Audio Drama Bible- Word of Promise!
Partnering with Fangoria, Mr. Amari is teaming up with Malcolm MacDowell to make some brand new exciting radio drama series called Fangoria’s Dreadtime Stories. The stories will be able to be streamed FREE of charge on www.fangoria.com
For more details check out the press release below!
Fangoria to Launch Dreadtime Stories as Radio Dramas.
October, 2011 launch scheduled for an original, fully produced audio series.
Carl Amari, the Producer of the Twilight Zone Radio Dramas, will add a new radio drama series to his production slate. In co-venture with Thomas DeFeo, CEO of Fangoria Magazine, the new dramatic radio series will be called Fangoria’s Dreadtime Stories and feature Malcolm McDowell as host and narrator.
“Malcolm is a remarkable talent and brings an edgy commentary to what has always been a very dramatic blend of mystery, horror, science-fiction and dark humor.” Amari said. “We’re in production now and will deliver a new episode every month of very contemporary audio productions. We plan to push the limits from the storylines through the production values. Fangoria’s Dreadtime Stories is set to thrill and chill the audience.”
The original scripts are written by top writers in fantasy, horror and science-fiction including Dennis Etchison, The Fog and Max Alan Collins, The Road to Perdition.
Collins, recent winner of an Audie for the Amari “Mike Hammer” production The Little Death, agrees. “The Fangoria brand name gives a writer permission to break down the barriers of horror in a way that wonderful old-time radio shows could never dare. The ability to do extreme violence is one aspect, but also adult subject matter and of course dark humor — my stories tend to be character-driven, with the violence coming in like exclamation points, and with the scares infused with nervous laughter.”
Amari is a 7-time Audie Award Winner with more than 30-years experience in the entertainment business. He has produced feature films in addition to numerous radio dramas from Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer to The Twilight Zone Radio Dramas starring Stacy Keach and now, Fangoria’s Dreadtime Stories.
“I should caution you, Dreadtime Stories are not for the feint of heart.” Amari said. “We’re appealing to a young and very hip audience and they know this genre better than anybody. The shows are not just edgy, but they have been written and produced to keep you on the edge of your seat. Our goal is to be a contemporary version of what “Lights Out” was to radio in the 1930’s and 40’s — the scariest of the scary when it comes to audio drama.”
The one-hour episodes will be broadcast multiple times each month on Sirius XM from coast-to-coast, and streamed as a podcast to fans worldwide at Fangoria.com anytime during the course of the month the episode is premiered. Then at the end of the month, the current episode will be replaced by a new episode. All episodes, past and present will be available for digital download from Fangoria.com for $1.99 with special features. Fans can also PDF download each episodes’ radio drama script – the same scripts that are used by Malcolm McDowell and the supporting actors – at Fangoria.com for free.
Each episode will feature original music scores composed by Chris Alexander, the Editor-in-Chief of Fangoria Magazine and an accomplished composer. According to Alexander, “Music should always be a character in horror, a vital tool to create mood, atmosphere…and dread. Using various traditional instruments, analog electronics and even found household items, the music I’m creating for Dreadtime Stories is a bit abstract and experimental; landscapes of sound designed to be listened to in dark rooms in the dead of night…“
Sound design is by Cerny/American Creative, a seasoned team of sound-designers for feature films and numerous national and international productions including Amari’s Twilight Zone Radio Dramas. “The objective is to create theater of the mind.” This according to JoBe Cerny, President and CEO of Cerny/American Creative. “The right combination of performance, music and sound-design can create a multi-million dollar production in the mind of the listener. The highest level of production values will carry through every line, and every scene.”
Fangoria is a well-known and trusted name in the mystery and horror genre and has grown its fan base into the millions since its inception in 1978. “This is a terrific way for us to extend and expand the Fangoria brand and the Dreadtime Stories experience.” Said Thomas DeFeo, CEO of Fangoria Magazine and Executive Producer of Fangoria’s Dreadtime Stories. “Fangoria is currently the most widely-read horror-themed publication in the world and each issue will feature a write-up on current and upcoming episodes of the new monthly radio series.”
Malcolm McDowell shared Amari and DeFeo’s enthusiasm. “I’m in my favorite spot as the omniscient narrator looking down on endless and relentless suspense. It’s great fun and wonderful theater.”
Steve Nubie, a seasoned writer for the Twilight Zone Radio Dramas and a contributing writer to the new series sees McDowell’s role as critical to the stories. “Malcolm’s ability to come in and out of the script with commentary, asides and ironic observations brings an element of dark humor to the stories. Given the intensity of some of the storylines, comic relief is a great opportunity to catch your breath.”
The first episode, “The Late Shift”, was written by Dennis Etchison and will premier October 1st, 2011. David Pasquesi (Angels and Demons) stars in the lead role.
Fangoria Magazine will feature a three-page article to help launch the series in their October issue.
DeFeo likes the synergy that the new series represents. “There’s no limit to how far we can take the Fangoria brand. Given our audience and their embrace of not only the genre, but traditional and emerging media from radio to Fangoria.com to podcasts – this is a very exciting step.”
About FANGORIA®
FANGORIA® sliced its way onto the scene in 1979, becoming the only national publication devoted to the modern horror genre. Three decades later, FANGORIA® is still the number one authority on all things scary! FANGORIA® provides the best in horror entertainment and news coverage including the website, magazine, radio show on Sirius XM, film production division, comic book division, convention circuit, and TV On-Demand. We know what scares you. www.fangoria.com
Sirius XM and at Fangoria.com
It was an opportunity that made me giddy at the thought.
Vincent Price… the master of horror, the voice of so many great OTR shows I remembered, and an offer from Colonial Radio Theatre my favourite audio drama company to write a script for the comic line from Bluewater.
And now it’s out for everyone to hear on spinning CD.
Vincent Price Presents… Volume 2 including works from the astounding M.J. Butler and riveting Patrick Hume.
Canadian Amazon Store has it too!
Feels good to be in good company. Thanks Jerry and Mark and everyone!
Here’s a treat! Colonial Radio Theatre (Check out their new gorgeous look for the website) unveils a large trailer of their adaptation of Ray Bradbury’s Martian Chronicles.
What a great collaboration this has been in the audio world!
CRT and Bradbury have put together other great gems like
Something Wicked this Way Comes
and Dandelion Wine.
Order your Martian Chronicles now… and enjoy one of the great classics of Bradbury done by his own favourite audio drama team!
Kevin Sorbo, John Billingsley and Bonita Friedericy Star in New Audio Drama to Benefit “A World Fit For Kids”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BURBANK, CA Nov. 17, 2010 – Macabre Mansion® Presents “The Fall Of The House Of Usher” – an original Audio Drama adaptation of the short story by Edgar Allan Poe. Starring Kevin Sorbo (“Hercules, the Legendary Journeys”, “Gene Roddenberry’s, Andromeda”), John Billingsley (Star Trek: Enterprise, “The Others”, “True Blood” “2012”), Bonita Friedericy (NBC’s Chuck), and Jim O’Rear (The Dead Matter, Day Of The Dead, Star Trek 4, Lethal Weapon 3, Cop & 1/2).
SYNOPSIS:
“Driven to the edge of insanity, Roderick Usher believes unknown forces torture his every moment. In a final attempt at finding a moments peace, he begs his childhood friend to come to his aid. Upon arriving, Roderick’s friend soon discovers all is not what it seems in the macabre HOUSE OF USHER.”
This audio adaptation stays true to Poe’s original vision with only minor changes in dialogue. The script consists of four speaking roles; Roderick Usher (O’Rear), Madeline Usher (Friedericy), the family Doctor (Billingsley) and the Narrator (Sorbo) who is an un-named childhood friend of Roderick. The Audio Drama has the same feel and style of the classic Old Time Radio shows.
A portion of the proceeds from “The Fall Of The House Of Usher” are being donated to “A WORLD FIT FOR KIDS” the leading nonprofit provider of after school physical activity and youth development programs for children and teens – http://www.worldfitforkids.org/
Macabre Mansion® Presents “The Fall Of The House Of Usher” is AVAILABLE NOW on audio compact disc for a retail price of $ 14.95 and includes two bonus commentary tracks featuring Kevin Sorbo and Jim O’Rear. https://www.createspace.com/1853775
For more information on Macabre Mansion® Presents “The Fall Of The House Of Usher” visit http://www.macabremansion.com/index.php?room=usher
Behind the scenes photos from the Burbank California recording session: http://www.macabremansion.com/news/?q=node/302
Promotional Videos:
http://www.macabremansion.com/news/?q=node/322
Perfect timing for the holidays! Pick up a couple of copies of Colonial Radio Theatre‘s “Buck Alice and the Actor-Robot” by the always clever and wry pen of Walter Koenig. Working together on this project Mr. Koenig and Jerry Robbins have put together a triumph of a science fiction audio drama!
Listen to this fun and engaging tale and get an extra for gifts! Or just point family to the site and say, “Here! This is what I want for Christmas”. Shopping made easy, the audio drama way 🙂
Synopsis: From the mind of Walter Koenig (Star Trek: The Original Series, Babylon 5) comes Buck Alice and the Actor-Robot – a science-fiction comedy unlike anything you’ve ever heard before! When an alien invasion annihilates most of humanity, it’s up to a small pocket of survivors to restart civilization. There’s just one problem: they’re all losers.
From an Irish pub to the Florida Everglades, from the outermost reaches of space to the innermost regions of the mind, join a rag-tag group of humans and aliens as they face the end of one way of life and the beginning of another.
Packed with absurdity, pathos, wry observations about human nature, and a story that will keep you on your toes until the final word, Buck Alice is an emotional journey you’ll want to take again and again.
With a full-cast, a sweeping original music score, and thousands of sound effects, the award winning Colonial Radio Theatre On The Air proudly presents a black comedy with a heart that pumps slightly acidic blood. Grab a manhole cover and prepare yourself for a story that begins when all others end – Buck Alice and the Actor-Robot!
Have a gander as Paeter from Spirit Blade Productions give us a look see at his method for making Dragon noises. So very cool!
Colonial Radio Theatre just announced that they have obtained the rights to produce the amazing book by William F. Nolan and George Clayton Johnson “Logan’s Run- Last Day” to audio!
This full cast production with the powerful music score indicative of CRT’s productions will be a real treat. Grab this audio before they remake the movie and whet your appetite before you yell:
Runner!