Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live
| Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live | |
|---|---|
| Date premiered | 18 February 2015 |
| Place premiered | Capri Theatre Adelaide |
| Original language | English |
| Setting | 1950s |
| Official site | |
Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live is a show that recreates the experience of attending a 1950s radio drama recording. The 1950s were the golden age of radio drama and now you can relive 3 of those stories live on stage. Be immersed as this show recreates before your very eyes the experience of attending a 1950s radio drama recording. The show is adapted, directed and produced by Benjamin Maio Mackay.[1][2][3]
Original Adelaide Fringe 2015
The original production was performed in the Adelaide Fringe Festival 2015 and premiered at the Capri Theatre. The show featured Benjamin Maio Mackay, Michael Allen, Julia Sciacca, Eden Trebilco , Therese Hornby, Jennifer Barry and Brian Knott.[3][4][5]
The show was set in the 1940s and the line up of shows included Dragnet, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar and Candy Matson. Maio Mackay, Trebilco and Sciacca played the leads in each respectively.[1][2][6]
Revised Touring Production 2016/2017
In 2016 it was announced that Preachrs Podcast OnLine & OnStage would present a new version that would tour to Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, The Gold Coast, Perth, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin.
The revised show is set in the 1950s and features two Candy Matson stories and one Johnny Dollar story. The cast now includes Benjamin Maio Mackay, Julia Sciacca, Eden Trebilco and Jennifer Barry. The show is adapted and directed by Benjamin Maio Mackay. It is set to open in September 2016 in the Sydney Fringe.[1]
Critical reaction
“There’s something utterly charming about the radio plays of the 1950s, and this production captures that charm perfectly...Close your eyes and you’re back in the 1950s listening avidly as the latest instalment spirals out of the wireless!” 4 Stars - The Adelaide Advertiser [7]
“Great experience. An opportunity that doesn’t come along often – a trip back in time to the sounds of yesteryear.” - Radio Adelaide [8]
“If you have a hankering to revisit the entertainment of another era, this is an excellent way to do it.” 4 Stars - Rip it Up [9]
“A fabulous show” - The Clothesline [10]
“An entertaining experience” 4 Stars - Adelaide Theatre Guide
"This was an enjoyable performance that improved with each story and entertained the audience. Thanks to the direction and it took us back to a time when entertainment consisted of well-scripted plots, vocal talent, and minimal sound effects—even those who had never experienced authentic radio drama were enthralled by the talent on stage and engaging stories." Highly Recommended Show - Fringe Review UK [11]
"It was a lovely way to spend 85 minutes." - Yaniism [12]
"The show is well thought-out and put together and provides an entertaining experience for the audience." - Adelaide Theatre Guide [13]
Seasons
- The 2015 Adelaide Fringe Festival [14]
- The 2016 Sydney Fringe[14]
- 2016 Adelaide Season[14]
- 2017 Melbourne Season[14]
- 2017 Perth Season[14]
- 2017 Brisbane Season[14]
- 2017 Gold Coast Season[14]
- 2017 Darwin Season[14]
- 2017 Hobart Season[14]
- 2017 Canberra Season[14]
References
- 1 2 3 "Preachrs Podcast OnStage". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- 1 2 "Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live - Adelaide Fringe 2015". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- 1 2 "Adelaide Theatre Guide: South Australia's Comprehensive Internet Guide to Local Arts". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ "Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live - Adelaide Fringe 2015". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ "LinkAdelaide Event Listing: Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live - Teaser Trailer. 22 September 2014. Retrieved 26 April 2016 – via YouTube.
- ↑ http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/entertainment/adelaide-fringe/theatre/adelaide-fringe-review-2015-great-detectives-of-old-time-radio-live/news-story/ccc0f271b5b2c8d1cee0323a99d4cc2c
- ↑ "Review: Great Detectives of Old Time Radio by Helen Meyer". Radio Adelaide. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ "Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live Review - Rip It Up". Rip It Up. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ Rosie van Heerde (20 February 2015). "Great Detectives Of Old Time Radio Live At Capri Theatre - Adelaide Fringe Review - The Clothesline". The Clothesline. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ "Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Live". FringeReview. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ "yaniism: fringe: great detectives of old time radio live". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- ↑ "Adelaide Theatre Guide: South Australia's Comprehensive Internet Guide to Local Arts". Retrieved 26 April 2016.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 http://www.preachrspodcast.net/Preachrs_Podcast_-_OnLine_and_OnStage/OnStage.html