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 !
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 17 minutes
- Episodes
- 28
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2022
A Mattter of 5 Things: "Kind of its Own Thing"
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 o…
"A Murder in the Court of Xanadu": Part 5
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.
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"A Murder in the Court of Xanadu": Part 4
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 th…
"A Murder in the Court of Xanadu": Part 3
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…
"A Murder in the Court of Xanadu": Part 2
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…
"A Murder in the Court of Xanadu": Part 1
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.
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Preview: "A Murder in the Court of Xanadu"
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 …
A Theater in the Dark Presents: "5 Things: Episode 1"
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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Bonus Episode: The Rosary
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 Hass…
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 10: French for Downside of a Mountain (Bonus Cast Q&A)
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 ca…
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 9: The Reason There Have Been So Many Shadow Metaphors
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 st…
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapters 6 and 7: And the Winner Is...?
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 …
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 5: A Pair of Short Fuses Meet Their Match
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 st…
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 4: Speakeasy and Carry a Big Stick
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.
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"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 3: Down the Rabbit Hole
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 he…
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 2: The Red Herring
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 seri…
"A Matter of Red Herrings" Chapter 1: Steel & Blank Private Investigations
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 o…
Preview: "A Matter of Red Herrings"
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 part…
"A War of the Worlds"--Part 4: Wreckage
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.
Th…
"A War of the Worlds"--Part 3: The Earth Under the Martians
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…