A Theater in the Dark

A Theater in the Dark

A Theater in the Dark creates audio fiction--stories through sound. Proudly established in Chicago, 2019.Hear more of our work at atheaterinthedark.com !

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December 6, 2022 31 mins

We started this idea through A Theater in the Dark but now it's become its own thing! If you want more than this half-hour, search "A Matter of 5 Things" wherever you get your podcasts.
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 A Matter of 5 Things: the comedy podcast that keeps evil spirits from parking in your driveway!

In this episode: Phillip describes his ideal dark alley. Corey is a nefarious Godzilla monster with a heart of gold....

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This is Part 5 (and final episode) of a multi-part series!

In this episode: Ahmad confronts a ghost at the gate. Kane learns the depths of Ahmad's treachery. Marigold keeps the ship running.

A Theater in the Dark Presents:
A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU
Written and Directed by Corey Bradberry
Original Music by Paul Sottnik
Featuring Erin Lin, Gabriel Fries, Nessa Amherst, Van Ferro, and Robin...

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November 22, 2022 17 mins

This is Part 4 of a multi-part series!

In this episode: Ahmad presents Kane with a gift. Ahmad sees Old Bayan on his way out the door. Ahmad plans for the future. The diplomats return to fret about the future. Marla introduces Wang Chu, who lays a trap.

A Theater in the Dark Presents:
A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU
Written and Directed by Corey Bradberry
Original Music by Paul Sottnik
Featuring Er...

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November 15, 2022 17 mins

This is Part 3 of a multi-part series!

In this episode: Marigold and Marla debate the best way to eat an elephant. Mara describes Xanadu's hierarchy. Old Bayan and Ahmad butt heads in a public setting. Ahmad pulls the wool over Kane's eyes.  Marla confronts Ahmad.

A Theater in the Dark Presents:
A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU
Written and Directed by Corey Bradberry
Original Music by Paul Sot...

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November 7, 2022 19 mins

This is Part 2 of a multi-part series!

In this episode: Marla discusses Ahmad's greatest weakness. Kane shares his background. Jim-Gim confronts Ahmad directly. Kane and Marigold plan for next quarter. Marigold explains herself, then delivers a message from Kane to Ahmad.

A Theater in the Dark Presents:
A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU
Written and Directed by Corey Bradberry
Original Music by Paul ...

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November 3, 2022 18 mins

This is Part 1 of a multi-part series!

In this episode: Marla sets the stage. The voices of the dead start to speak aloud. Two diplomats lament Ahmad's brilliance. Kane makes his arrival.

A Theater in the Dark Presents:
A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU
Written and Directed by Corey Bradberry
Original Music by Paul Sottnik
Featuring Erin Lin, Gabriel Fries, Nessa Amherst, Van Ferro, and Robinson...

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Enjoy the first twelve minutes of A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU, enjoying its full release Nov 3!

 A Theater in the Dark’s new audio play, A MURDER IN THE COURT OF XANADU, is a tale of “murder most foul and spoiled revenge”, re-imagining Kublai Khan’s 13th century empire as a 21st-century mega-corporation verging on the brink of bankruptcy. As Xanadu dominates the world markets, an indispensable executive eats the apple ...

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In a deviation from our usual audio plays, in this episode producer Corey Bradberry plays "5 Things" with A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS playwright Greg Garrison.

What would your answers be?

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October 1, 2022 18 mins

Just in time for October... Playwright Mack Gordon weaves a spooky tale of ghosts and icons...

THE ROSARY
Adapted by Mack Gordon
Sound Designed by Ross Burlingame
Performed by Mack Gordon and Claire Hasselgrave
Hosted by Corey Bradberry

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Support the show

A Theater in the Dark creates stories through sound.

FB/IG: @atheaterinthedark
Twitter: @...

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A new day dawns on Chicago. Vesper acknowledges the kindness of others. A final card is revealed.

This is Part 8, and the end, of a multi-part serial series!
This episode also contains Part 1 of our cast Q&A. To hear Part 2, become a Patreon subscriber!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy G...

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Looking for Chapter 8? There is no Chapter 8, that was a red herring. Steel confronts a ghost, then a troll. Mr. Ecshon is finally revealed.

This is Part 7 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy Gorelow, Julian 'joolz' Stroop, Christopher Meister, Laura Michele...

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Rye waits for no man as Steel and Watley meet up at Bitter Bourbon Stadium. The race isn't as fast as Watley's beating heart. The Wrongs attempt one last scheme.

This is Part 6 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy Gorelow, Julian 'joolz' Stroop, Chr...

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Watley & Steel try a rematch against the Wrong Brothers. Valdoe can't be bothered. The only path forward? Alcohol. Lots and lots of alcohol.

This is Part 5 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy Gorelow, Julian 'joolz' Stroop, Christopher Meister, Laur...

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Detectives Steel and Watley patronize The Red Baroness, the best night club Prohibition never heard of. Does Vesper have the scoop? Laura Michele Erle delivers a show-stopping number as Vesper Kind.

This is Part 4 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy Gorelow, Julian &a...

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Hot on the scent of the Red Herring, Detectives Steel & Watley find themselves at Bitter Bourbon Stadium. Unfortunately they meet the Wrong Brothers.

This is Part 3 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy Gorelow, Julian 'joolz' Stroop, Christopher Meister, ...

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Steel and Watley meet their mustached employer and dig the scoop, but it pits them against bigger game than the quail they expected. Will they take the case?

This is Part 2 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS
Written by Greg Garrison
Featuring Amy Gorelow, Julian 'joolz' Stroop, Christopher Meist...

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Detective Steel makes a surprising acquaintance. Detective Steel is then visited by an old acquaintance. Detective Steel then makes plans to make a new acquaintance. It's a lot of acquaintances for one day but she's the best ball-buster in the 'burg.

This is Part 1 of a multi-part serial series!

To hear our story uninterrupted visit us online at
atheaterinthedark.com

A MATTER OF RED HERRING...

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August 1, 2022 1 min

Our next original audio play...

Directed by Corey Bradberry and written by Greg Garrison, with original music by Paul Sottnik, the audio play follows Detective Stainless Steel as she trains a new partner facing down deadly criminals while managing a client she’ll never forget: her ex-wife. From racetracks to rooftops, car chases to funerals, A MATTER OF RED HERRINGS is about identity, forgiveness, and the comedy of courage...

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February 23, 2022 17 mins

Episode Synopsis: On Lake Michigan, Izzy watches a Martian tripod face off against the battleship Thunderchild. The Professor. In the wake of a murderous act, H.G. realizes what he's missed out on.

This episode is the final episode in a four-part series.

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Adapted from H.G. Wells' novel and directed by Corey Bradberry, A WAR OF THE WORLDS is audio theatre performed entirely without visuals; co...

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Episode Synopsis: After wrecking his car stolen from a neighbor, H.G. finds himself rescued by an unlikely ally. Izzy, alone in Chicago, must find a way out as the Martian tripods arrive.

This episode is Part Three of a four-part series.

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Adapted from H.G. Wells' novel and directed by Corey Bradberry, A WAR OF THE WORLDS is audio theatre performed entirely without visuals; combining the human voic...

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