SHOWS

The Enormous Radio and The Shop Around the Corner

Presented by AFTRA/SAG Senior Radio Players

Wednesday, October 06
9:00 PM — 10:00 PM
Claudia Cassidy Theater

Audiences are invited to witness the performance of classic radio scripts by voice actors, sound effects artists and, often, live musicians. The AFTRA/SAG Players stay faithful to the original model by having to get it right the first time - no retakes permitted.

The Enormous Radio (originally broadcast May 11, 1956 on CBS Radio Network)

Jim and Irene Wescott could be considered a fortunate married couple: their income is pretty good, they have compatible friends, and they share a passion for symphonic music. They attend concerts, of course but most of the time they depend on the radio for their music. And when their old receiver finally dies, they reluctantly replace it with a state of the art model that eventually changes their lives.

The Shop Around the Corner (originally broadcast September 29, 1940 on CBS Radio Network)

Such a complicated tale to convey, and only a half hour to do it—minus more time for the commercials—but in Norman Corwin’s capable hands, not only does it work, it shines! A boy meets girl story in which, at first, Klara and Martin can’t stand each other. Little do they know that they genuinely admire each other as anonymous pen pals. If you missed the play, the musical, and the movie, this may need further explaining. You’ll be rewarded with just that when you attend the AFTRA/SAG Senior Radio Players version of this charming story. For now, let’s just say… it shine!


Click here to read AFTRA/SAG’s feature in Skyline