Audio Theatre Central

LifeHouse Theater On-The-Air released an audio drama adaptation of The Count of Monte Cristo in 2009. We review this production in this episode and discuss the challenges that come with taking a large volume like Alexandre Dumas' novel and adapting it for a much shorter audio drama. The LifeHouse team does an admirable job on this classic work and we think you'll enjoy this hour long production. W...

Bill Heid joins us for today's discussion on audio drama vs. visual entertainment. Bill Heid is the Executive Producer of The Extraordinary Adventures of G.A. Henty. Bill wrote an article on the benefits of audio drama for kids which prompted this episode so we asked him to join us to talk about it. We also reference an article written by BBC audio drama writer, Stephen Wyatt, titled "Making Radio...

We take a look at Goliath: King of Shadow Valley from the Paws & Tales series today. This is a short story arc consisting of 5 episodes from the show which were repackaged into a stand-alone album. Goliath tells the story of PawPaw Chuck's early days in Wildwood. Also in this edition of the podcast we respond to some feedback from Michael, Richard and Darren. And we take a few moments to mention o...

Today we dive into the topic of Old Time Radio. We give an introduction to this forerunner of modern audio drama and share some memories of our first exposure to these stories. We talk about some of our favorite shows, the various Adventures in Odyssey connections, as well as where you can get these Old Time Radio shows for yourself. Thanks to Austin Peachey for suggesting this topic. Become a sup...

We review Les Misérables from Focus on the Family Radio Theatre on this episode of this show. This is a fabulous audio drama adaptation of the classic novel by Victor Hugo featuring some stellar acting by Brian Blessed, Tony Robinson and Gina Beck, among others. We discuss some of our favorite moments in the program as well as play a short sample scene from the beginning of the drama. Also in this...

We discuss the question of whether or not a full cast audiobook is the same thing as an audio drama production. As we go through our own thoughts on the issue, we weave in some feedback from Jerry Robbins from the Colonial Radio Theatre on the same topic. Jerry shared some writing samples with us that we decide to perform as an illustration. We also answer some questions from Christopher and Will....

Bob Smithouser joins us today to answer all of your questions about the Odyssey Adventure Club. Bob is one of the co-hosts of the Official Adventures in Odyssey podcast as well as the newly appointed OAC Producer. As you may know, the OAC is the premium membership club for Adventures in Odyssey fans. We also take this opportunity to chat with Bob about his first exposure to Odyssey, how he became...

We break the mold for episode 50 and bring you an entirely different format for this show. At the request of you, the listener, we present a look back at some highlights from the previous 49 episodes. First we take a listen to 10 of our favorite guest moments from cast and crew members who have joined the show over the years; from Nathan Hoobler to Andre Stojka to Chuck Bolte and more. Next we pla...

The Candle in the Window is the third production in Lamplighter Theatre's 4th season. We share our thoughts and opinions on this audio drama which features Jess Harnell in multiple roles. We also highlight a few minutes of the Lamplighter Guild students' condensed version of The Candle in the Window. Roy has a jam-packed newscast and we also respond to feedback from Will, Richard and Samuel. Becom...

Focus on the Family Radio Theatre released C.S. Lewis At War: The Dramatic Story Behind Mere Christianity at the end of 2013 and that is our topic of discussion today. This audio drama is very different from any previous Radio Theatre production and while it may not appeal to younger listeners, we think that it is an amazing story that adults and teens will still find entertaining. Roy also has a...

Season 2 of The Brinkman Adventures is the topic of conversation in this episode. We really enjoyed the 12 episodes in the second season and we highly recommend that you check out this series. Also in this episode is a newscast from our resident newsman, Roy, as well as a snippet from a new audio drama from CreationWorks. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/audio-t...

We review Jessica's Journey from Lamplighter Theatre in today's episode. This is an absolutely captivating audio drama from the very first scene. It is based on two books by Hesba Stretton, Jessica's First Prayer and Jessica's Mother. We also share an update on our audio drama project, answer some questions posed by listener Christopher, Roy has a packed newscast and we get into a discussion about...

Today we discuss Under Drake's Flag, the outstanding debut audio drama production in The Extraordinary Adventures of G.A. Henty series from Heirloom Audio Productions. We highly recommend this drama and feel that it is one of the best audio drama productions we have ever heard. Under Drake's Flag has received high praise from many, including Glenn Beck, and is a drama we know you'll enjoy. We also...

Today we discuss The Star Angel, a fabulously entertaining, Christmas musical from The Colonial Radio Theatre. This award winning production is the perfect audio drama for the holiday season and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Also in this episode is a discussion about new voices for familiar characters on Adventures in Odyssey, an update on our audio drama project and Roy's splendid newscast. And liste...

Today's bonus episode features an informative conversation with sound designer, Rob Jorgensen of Rojo Creative Studios. Rob has done sound design and foley for Adventures in Odyssey, The Brinkman Adventures and Lamplighter Theatre to name a few. Rob shares how he got started in radio drama and audio production in general. He also talks about the crazy stuff he'll do to get the perfect sound effect...

A Call To Something More, the 57th album from Adventures in Odyssey, is the topic of conversation for this episode. We give our thoughts on each episode and the album as a whole; even though our rating system seems to have no consistency. We also give an update on our own audio drama project, share some feedback from David, Aaron, Mark, and Jack. And of course, Roy gets us current with another new...

In today's bonus episode we chat with Shona Kennedy, winner of the Adventures in Odyssey Get in the Show contest. Shona is featured in AIO album 57: A Call To Something More in the 3-part episode titled Life Expectancy. JD, Roy and Andrew talk with Shona about her work in community theater, some of her favorite Odyssey episodes and her feelings at the announcement of the winner of GITS. She also s...

We take a look at the Season 4 premiere from Lamplighter Theatre today, a production called Titus: A Comrade of the Cross. Once again the Lamplighter team delivers an outstanding production. We also talk about the Top 100 Adventures in Odyssey episodes according to one blogger, share the winner of the Jonathan Park giveaway, check out feedback from you, the listener; and the newscast features some...

Today's bonus episode features a conversation between Duane Riffenburgh and Andrew Riffenburgh, the writers of Jonathan Park Volume 9: The Whispering Sphinx. Duane and Andrew share lots of behind the scenes information about the Jonathan Park series. They share how they first became a part of the JP team and give us a look into their process for script writing. Additionally, the Riffenburghs talk...

Today we take an in depth look at Volume 9 in the Jonathan Park audio drama series called The Whispering Sphinx. This is an incredibly action-filled 12 episode album that is packed with valuable information along with the entertainment. We highly recommend you check out the Jonathan Park series. Also in this episode is another newscast from Roy, listener feedback from Will and Austin, and we tell...

This bonus episode features an interview with Phil Lollar, the creative genius behind Adventures in Odyssey, Jungle Jam & Friends and, most recently, Iliad House. JD chats with Phil about Odyssey, Kid's Corner and how he approaches the development of a series. Phil also gives a behind the scenes look at the origins of Iliad House, the new audio drama series. Additionally, he shares a few of the ch...

The topic at hand for this episode is the special edition Adventures in Odyssey episodes entitled Passages: Darien's Rise, adapted from the book by Paul McCusker. We discuss this great audio drama production and go over its high and low points. Roy delivers a splendid newscast, we share some listener feedback, and we also feature a "micro-drama" which was produced by Austin Peachey of the AIO Blog...

In this episode we present an interview with Chuck Bolte, former Executive Producer and actor on Adventures in Odyssey. Most fans will recognize him as the voice of George Barclay. JD and Andrew met up with Chuck at a coffee shop and discussed his work as a producer on the series and, of course, his amazing portrayal of George Barclay for many years. Roy delivers a great AIO related newscast and l...

Today JD, Roy and Andrew discuss and review At The Back Of The North Wind from Focus on the Family Radio Theatre. This is a fantastic audio drama adaptation of the classic novel by George MacDonald. We also share some feedback from Jerry Robbins at The Colonial Radio Theatre regarding our review of The Prince And The Pauper. And of course, Roy fills us in with a newscast. NOTE: There is a bit of b...

Today we review The Prince and the Pauper from The Colonial Radio Theatre. This is a superb audio drama that stays true to the original work by Mark Twain. We'll be sharing more about The Colonial Radio Theatre in upcoming episodes as they are producing some really top quality productions. We also share some listener feedback and some of your iTunes reviews. Roy also has another stupendous newscas...