A monthly anthology of 10-30 minute audio drama scripts from a different playwright each month. Each episode will include an introduction of, and Q&A with, the playwright. The Half-Hour Audio Hour focuses on the work of women, BIPOC, and/or LGBTQ+ playwrights.
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Chicago, 1934 In a city rife with crime and corruption, a hero emerges. The Shade, who rushes in where fools fear to tread...with predictable results. Luckily for Chicago, there’s the Vamp, female crimefighter replete with all the skill and talent the Shade lacks. Can the Shade save Chicago from crime? Can the Vamp save The Shade from himself? Eclectic Full Contact Theatre presents Throwing Shade, the 1930’s radio satire you’ve been dying for. Uploading every Wednesday on all your favorite p ...
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, contact NAMI at 888-958-7150 Both a parody of, and homage to, classic series such as Star Trek, Buck Rogers, and Space:1999, Monocyte tells the st ...
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When Liz and (to less of an extent), Dan have a near-death experience, they are put on a fast track to love. Written by: Elena Naskova Directed by: Devon Carson Starring: Dakota Pariset and Alexis Vaselopulos* Sound By: Kate Schnetzer* *Denotes EFCT Company Member Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-conten…
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After a snowstorm hits her rural Wyoming cabin, Dollie is trapped with the living ghosts from her past. Will they be her deliverance? Or leave her to freeze in isolation. Written by: Straton Rushing Directed By: Sophie Flack Starring: Rose Meehan, Andy Buel, Patricia Tinsley and Geoff Isaac Sound by: Kate Schnetzer* *Denotes EFCT Company Member Sup…
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It’s tough living in Moscow circa 1812, a la War and Peace. Especially when your financially ruined family is forced out of their stately home and your cousin is being a bit of a… calf. Written by: Rex Mcgregor Directed By: Collette Cullen Starring: Siobhan Callaghan, Aoibheann McCaul, and Sarah Tapes Jenkinson Sound by: Kate Schnetzer* *Denotes EF…
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A son visits home after his father suffers a mind-altering accident. Is his dad just a little shaken up by the fall or is something else toying with his head? Written by: Michael Yale Directed By: Rinska Prestinary Starring: Michael Sherwin, Kathleen Ruhl, and Nolan Robinson Sound by: Kate Schnetzer* *Denotes EFCT Company Member Click HERE for tran…
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Zoe and Daniel embark on a relaxing camping trip to strengthen their relationship. But the supernatural forces of Silvervein State Park are determined to tear them apart. Written by: Harlow Bunten Directed By: Rufus Wood Starring: Hope Campbell, Carlyle DePriest, Jacob Glass, and Andrew Pond* Sound by: Kate Schnetzer *Denotes EFCT Company Member Cl…
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Mallory is at a psychiatrist because of panic attacks brought on by her mother's insistence she is possessed by a demon. But Mallory's just a normal teenage girl...right? RIGHT? Written by: Marshall Logan Gibbs Directed by: Michelle Annette* Starring: Hayley O'Toole, Mia Katz, Dana Hall, and Daniel Houle* Sound Design: Kate Schnetzer* *Denotes EFCT…
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An Indian family living in Mombasa deals with a frightening present and an uncertain future in the wake of the 1982 coup by the Kenyan Air Force in nearby Nairobi. Written by: Rishi Chowdhary Directed by: Joel Willison Starring: Ronnie Lyall, Rachael Proulx*, and Ravi Kalani Sound by: Andrew Pond* *Denotes EFCT Company Member Click HERE for transcr…
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Finding Mother Courage is a "you have to laugh otherwise you'd cry" glimpse into some of the ridiculous things actors are put through by those they audition for... Written by: Pamela Kingsley Directed by: Monica Villalba Starring: Samantha Garcia and Julian Serna* Sound by: Andrew Pond* *Denotes EFCT Company Member Click HERE for transcript Support…
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David is an aspiring actor who just got his first part in a Hollywood movie. But it's 1968 and with the changing times comes changes in what's acceptable in movies. How does he tell his mother about what his big break entails? A funny and heartwarming tale about finding yourself and familial love and support, "Confessions of a Character Actor" is a…
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Set in a nineteenth century post-mortem photography studio, Memento Mori is a story of eternal love and the comfort of knowing how close your departed loved ones may actually be. Written By: Donna Latham Directed By: Dylan Young Starring: Maiko Terazawa*, Camille Jones, Eric Lewis, and Monica Szaflik Sound Design: Andrew Pond* *Denotes EFCT Company…
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CW: Gunshots, mention of murder, abuse Rita needs somebody to dispose of a car with some sketchy cargo. Nora needs money. Janey needs to find her husband. And Tessy needs a ride. Everybody's desperate and nothing's what it seems in this noir drama of hope, second chances, and justice...for those who are willing to take it. Written by: Luke Brett Di…
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CW: This play contains mention of murder, Rape, and suicide Lydia, an older black woman, and Sam, a younger white man, talk while sharing their company's smoking area. Small talk turns to discussions about life, loss, politics, and finding some way to keep going. Written by: John Dayton Cerna Directed by: Claire Johnson Starring: Jacquelyn Haas and…
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A mysterious benefactor for the union thickens the plot, but the biggest twist ever happens when The Vamp walks out on The Shade! Is this the end for our dyspeptic duo? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*, Rachae…
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The National Union of Tourism Specialists (NUTS) us on strike, bringing Chicago tourism to a standstill at the exact same time as a crime wave starts up. Is there a connection? Will the Shade and the Vamp find out who is responsible, given the Vamp's growing dissatisfaction with The Shade? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: And…
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As the cast of a radio show go through the frustrations of rehearsing and recording, a murder is discovered in the studio. Now it's up to the sound engineer to solve the crime, catch the killer, and keep the project from going into overtime... Written By: Dana Schwartz Directed by: Andrew Pond* Starring: Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Zach …
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The Great Chase down Route 66 continues, and Misty and Kitty discover it's harder to return to their roots than they thought. But will the Shade and the Vamp vatch up with thembefore they go too far? And will there be enough snacks? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, D…
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Misty and Kitty are fed up with trying to outrun their past, so they embrace it instead and go on a crime spree--outside of Chicago! Can the Shade and the Vamp stop them....can they, in fact, survive...the country???? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, N…
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A small peek into what happens when the recording goes about as well as one of Shade's plans... Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/eclectic-full-contact-theatres-throwing-shade/exclusive-contentBy Andrew Pond
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Are the Tallys behind the death of Enrico Gardetti? Can the Shade and the Vamp avoid a mob war? And where exactly did the body go? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*, Rachael Proulx*, Julian Serna*, and Monica S…
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The Shade and the Vamp inviestigate the death of someone who looks just like Edward G. Robinson. IS it Edward G. Robinson? If not, who is it? And can our heroes uncover the truth before a gang war breaks out? Or Hollywood comes calling? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher…
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A local playwright has a meeting with a big-time producer who wants to produce one of her plays. But will the producer's past and her own nervousness ruin the meeting before it even begins? A hilarious look at the struggle to control your creations and letting your imagination run away with you. Written By: Rachel Feeny-Williams Directed by: Gayle …
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The Shade and the Vamp get in deep...well...underground.....to discover the true nature of the threat to Chicago';s sewers. Is Chicago destined for the same fate as New York??? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*…
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The Shade and the Vamp investigate strange noises coming from people's pipes. Is it poor city planning, a terrifying monster, or something WORSE? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*, Rachael Proulx*, Julian Serna…
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The Shade searches for Dot while Dot searches for Theo. The Vamp discovers other fans of pockets, and everyone does their best to prove Shakespearean tropes are still funny.... Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*…
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Theo gets a new assignment at the paper--as Miss Lonelyhearts--there's mischief afoot in Joliet Women's prison, and the Narrator gets positively Shakespearean! What do these all have in common? You have to hear it to believe it! Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Danie…
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The Shade and the Vamp catch Misty and Kitty red-handed...or do they? Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*, Rachael Proulx*, Julian Serna*, and Monica Szaflik Foley: Lori Eyre* Engineer: Daniel Houle ^ Indicates E…
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It's the Season 4 premiere, and somehow it's 1938. Theo and Wednesday are on thin ice, employment-wise, and two old enemies return to Chicago.... Written By: Andrew Pond with Zach Osterman Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Noelle Klyce, Zach Osterman^, Andrew Pond*, Rachael Proulx*, Julian Serna…
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Just in time for Halloween, Throwing Shade digs up a lost episode! (see what we did there?) Thrill as the Shade and the Vamp face off against socialites, jewel thieves, and...VAMPIRES? The perfect way to get ready for the season 4 premiere! Written by: Lori and Richard Eyre Directed by: Andrew Pond Starring: Chloe Adamo^, Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Da…
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CONTENT WARNING If you are listening to this production in a car, please note that our story also takes place in a car, and includes sounds of honking, traffic, and tires screeching. Our story also includes some language and themes that may not be appropriate for children. A simple whodunit game between a woman and her granddaughter takes on unexpe…
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A young girl in therapy during the Covid lockdown describes how she survives all the stresses by living under her bed with an unusual selection of old toys. Written by: Jo Cattell Directed by: Christina Casano Starring: Tess Galbiati Sound Design: Andrew Pond* *Denotes EFCT company member Click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://…
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Terrifying chats with the cast of "Speech Therapy"
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18:55Actors Noelle Klyce and August Forman discuss their love (or lack thereof) for horror, why voice acting is awesome, and why "The Wiz" is actually a horror movie.... Click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Find Your Way with the Lost In the Wild Cast!
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23:18A special interview with Ian Rigg, Susan Davey, and Monica Szaflik, discussing audio drama, voice acting, and how the Jilmore Girls are just like the Twilight Zone... Click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Star of "French Beans and Inner Peace", Maiko Terazawa, discusses the feline challenges of audio drama, what the grocery store MUST have, and...clogging? Click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Director Rachel Proulx and voice actor Rebecca Gallagher chat about their journey with India Rodgers' "Salacia" Click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Talking with "Blag" director Sophie Flack about directing, audio drama, and the best way to get backstage...kids, take notes.... click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Catch this interview with two of our "Blag" cast members--Winter Foenander and Sam Cartwright, talking audio drama, acting, and possibly self-incrimination... Click HERE for transcript Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Alan and Paul are two typical lads on holiday in Brazil for the World Cup, but they decide to become legends by "blagging" their way into the England team's hotel bar and getting pictures with the players. Will sheer confidence and belief in themselves result in a win for these underdogs? Find out in this hilarious and uplifting comedy. Click HERE …
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"To See and Be Seen" director, Gayle Starr discusses the future of audio drama, the importance of representing the visually impaired in art, and why she REALLy doesn't like Zoom theatre.... A Transcript of this interview can be found at https://www.eclectic-theatre.com/uploads/1/1/8/4/118446242/gayle_int.pdf Support this podcast at — https://redcir…
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An interview with Susie Perkowitz and Danon Dastugue, the cast of "To See And Be Seen", by Jophn Mabey, which launches on February 13th. Danon and Susie discuss acting, audio drama, and representation in art. A transcript of this interview can be found at https://www.eclectic-theatre.com/uploads/1/1/8/4/118446242/cast_int.pdf Support this podcast a…
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Artistic Director Andrew Pond talks with "A Kiss From Back Home" actor, Nick Dorado, about being part of Season 2 of Half Hour Audio Hour, and why the weather in Mexico beats Chicago.... Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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A special sneak peek interview with Lydia Lewis and Addison lewis, the cast of our December episode, Let Me Tell You About Charlotte by Ledia Xhoga. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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CW: Mention of sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual assault, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or you can talk to someone online at rainn.org. We discuss Allie Costa's "Two Girls" with cast members Michaela Childress and Bek Szilagyi. Stay tuned for "Two Girls" launching November 13th!…
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CW: mention of rape and murder.P Public radio host Tamara Tanz heads up a program interviewing the supposed descendants of mythological beings. Until one day a guest arrives claiming to be one of Medusa's actual sisters. That can't be true...could it? And what exactly does she want? Written by: Donaldson Cardenas Directed by: Linsey Falls Starring …
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An interview with Down We Go cast members Vero Maynez and April Noel. Go down the rabbit hole with them about the process of working on Down We Go as well as their thoughts on audio drama in general and the wisdom of jumping out of airplanes. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-content…
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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TS3 EP #12 We Haberdasher Intrigue! Part 2
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1:03:09SHAME makes their play at the haberdasher's gala, their leader is revealed, and the popularity of a particular finger food is lauded far and wide. Written by: Kaeley Osterman* and Andrew Pond* Directed By: Andrew Pond* Featuring the Voice Talents of: Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Serina Johnston*, Noelle Klyce, Kaeley Osterman*, Andrew Pon…
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Pay No Attention to the Man behind the Robot...
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10:37An Interview with Tatiana director, Daniel Washelesky. What does HE think of Artificial Intelligence? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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The cast of Tatiana, by Alan Kilpatrick, talks about the show, and their feelings about AI. Tatiana launches June 13th! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/half-hour-audio-hour/exclusive-contentBy Eclectic Full Contact Theatre
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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S.H.A.M.E. comes out of hiding and sets their sights on Mayor Crane! And Wednesday gets the giggles. Written by: Andrew Pond*and Kaeley Osterman* Directed By: Andrew Pond* Featuring the Voice Talents of: Jessica Lauren Fisher*, Daniel Houle*, Serina Johnston*, Noelle Klyce, Kaeley Osterman*, Andrew Pond*, Rachael Proulx*, and Julian Serna* Foley Ar…
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