Paper Moon Radio Theater
59 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -The Paper moon Radio Theater company is dedicated to providing high quality radio productions. The company is based in Australia.
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Episode 55: A Woman’s War
March 20, 2024 00:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBA WOMAN’S WAR A World War 1 story about women’s “contribution” from the homefront. Written by Bart Meehan (loosely based on a play by J.M. Barrie) Directed by Tony Turner Cast Laine Hart Nikki Hunter Penny Hunt Geoffrey Borny Originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra Australia, in 2023.
Episode 54: The Masterpiece
January 26, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBTHE MASTERPIECE Creating a masterpiece is easy if you have the right help… Written by Bart Meehan (inspired by H.G. Wells) Cast: Nigel Palfreman Peter Fock Nikki Hunter Neil McLeod Originally broadcast on Artsound Radio Theatre, Artsound FM Canberra Australia in 2023
Episode 53: The Trip Home
January 26, 2024 00:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBTHE TRIP HOME Anne and Louise are heading home for Christmas. The road is dark, the rain is heavy and there is something on the roof of the car…. Written by Bart Meehan Cast: Nikki Hunter Penny Hunt Originally broadcast on Artsound Radio Theatre, Artsound FM Canberra Australia in 2023
Episode 52: The Black Veil
January 26, 2024 00:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBTHE BLACK VEIL A young doctor is visited by a mysterious woman wearing a black veil who makes a strange request …. From a story by Charles Dickens Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Cast: Elaine Noon Peter Holland Penny Hunt Originally broadcast on Artsound Radio Theatre, Artsound FM Canberra Australia in 2023
Episode 51: Mr Hays’ Memory Machine
June 11, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBMR HAYS’ MEMORY MACHINE Mr Hays has been sent to the department store to purchase….what was it his wife wanted? Will his memory system help him remember? Written by Bart Meehan loosely adapted from the short story by Charles Battell Loomis Directed and performed by Tony Turner This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra Australia, in 2022.
Episode 50: Open Mic
April 06, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MBOPEN MIC Backstage waiting to go on…terrifying! A monologue performed by Stefanie Lekkas. Written by Bart Meehan. First broadcast on ArtSound FM Canberra in 2022.
Episode 49: Mr Tilley’s Seance
April 03, 2023 00:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBMR TILLEY’S SEANCE Mr Tilley, recently departed, attends a seance where he is the centre of attention… Cast Tony Turner Nikki Hunter Elaine Noon Written by Bart Meehan (Loosely adapted from the short story by E.F. Benson) Directed by Tony Turner The play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra in 2022.
Episode 48: The Contract
February 05, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.18 MBTHE CONTRACT The contract was straight forward…or was it? You should always read the fine print. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Cast Graham Robertson This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra in 2021. (Rebroadcast on 2NVR, Nambucca in 2022)
Episode 47: Blackmail
February 02, 2023 00:00 - 18 minutes - 19 MBBLACKMAIL London 1920 A man is approached on a busy street with a demand: “Give me £10 and I won’t say nothing.” Credits Written by Bart Meehan (inspired by the short story by John Galsworthy) Directed by Tony Turner Cast: Geoffrey Borny Lainie Hart Tony Turner The play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra in 2022.
Episode 46: Sherlock Holmes’ Christmas
December 25, 2022 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBSHERLOCK HOLMES’ CHRISTMAS The world’s greatest detective has to solve the curious case of a diamond in a Christmas goose. Based on the short story, The Case of Blue Carbuncle by Arthur Conan Doyle. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Cast: Tony Turner as Holmes Geoffrey Borny as Watson Nikki Hunter as Mrs Hudson Nigel Palfreman as Paterson Neil McLeod as Baker Adam Salter as Ryder Elaine Noon as Mrs Breckenridge The play was produced in collaboration ...
Episode 45: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 9 - The Battle of Toad Hall
December 20, 2022 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 9 - THE BATTLE OF TOAD HALL The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Ha...
Episode 45: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 8 - The Homecoming
December 20, 2022 00:00 - 1 minute - 19.4 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 8 - THE HOMECOMING The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as The...
Episode 44: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 7 - On the River
December 14, 2022 00:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 7 - ON THE RIVER The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as The G...
Episode 43: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 6 - The Escape
December 06, 2022 00:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 6 - THE ESCAPE The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as The Ga...
Episode 42: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 5 - Toad on the Road
November 27, 2022 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.2 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 5 - TOAD ON THE ROAD The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as T...
Episode 41: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 4 - Mr Badger
November 21, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 4 - MR BADGER The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as The Gaol...
Episode 40: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 3 - The Wild Wood
November 13, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBTHE WND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 3 - THE WILD WOOD The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as The G...
Episode 39: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 2 - The Open Road
November 03, 2022 00:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBTHE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 2 - THE OPEN ROAD The Wind in the Willows is a new an adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as T...
Episode 38: Th Wind in the Willows Episode 1 - The River
October 25, 2022 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBTHE WND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 1 - THE RIVER The Wind in the Willows is a new an adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips Cast: Nikki Hunter as The Narrator Elaine Noon as Mole Geoffrey Borny as Ratty Graham Robertson as Badger Tony Turner as Toad Nigel Palfreman as Otter Laine Hart as The Gaoler’s D...
Episode 37: LIFE, DEATH AND FOOTY
June 23, 2022 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBTwo old friends discuss the big issues, including why umpires are blind! Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Peter Fock and Michael Giacomin. Produced at ARTSOUND FM Studio, Canberra Australia. Broadcast by ArtSound FM in May 2022.
Episode 36: EVVY
June 23, 2022 00:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBEvvy sits her window watching the world go by. She has one chance at life…will she take it? Written by Bart Meehan Inspired by the short story by James Joyce. Performed by Nikki Hunter. Produced at ARTSOUND FM Studio, Canberra Australia. Broadcast by ArtSound FM in May 2022.
Episode 35: THE INNER CHAMPION
April 13, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MBThe Inner Champion There is an champion in all of us…but it never seems to come out when we need it. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Nigel Palfreman Originally broadcast on 13 February 2022 on ArtSound Radio Theatre, ArtSound FM, Canberra.
Episode 34: FEZZIWIG
March 17, 2022 22:47 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBFEZZIWIG Some of Charles Dickens’ greatest characters are often forgotten. Fezziwig is a short play that reminds us there was always kindness and love even in the worst of times…. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Geoffrey Borny Recorded at ArtSound FM, Canberra. Broadcast on ArtSound Radio Theatre in January 2022.
Episode 34: FIZZIWIG
March 17, 2022 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.62 MBFIZZIWIG Some of Charles Dickens’ greatest characters are often forgotten. Fizziwig is a short play that reminds us there was always kindness and love even in the worst of times…. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Geoffrey Borny Recorded at ArtSound FM, Canberra. Broadcast on ArtSound Radio Theatre in January 2022.
Episode 34: SMILE
March 17, 2022 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBSMILE Nancy is one of Charles Dickens’ greatest heroes. Abused and used, by the men of her time, she refused to be cowed. Instead she chose to risk everything for an orphan boy with a beautiful smile. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Adele Lewin Recorded at ArtSound FM, Canberra. Broadcast on ArtSound Radio Theatre in January 2022.
Episode 33: THE UNION BURIES ITS DEAD
January 06, 2022 00:00 - 10 minutes - 9.81 MBThe Union buries its Dead The poignant story of stranger who dies in a “strange land”. Written by Bart Meehan, loosely adapting the short story by Henry Lawson Performed by Peter Fock Produced by Bart Meehan at the ArtSound FM studios, Canberra. First broadcast on ArtSound FM in 2022.
Episode 32: THE MONKEY’S PAW
December 04, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBTHE MONKEYS PAW A new adaption of The Monkey’s Paw, the classic story of the supernatural, written by W.W. Jacobs, first published in 1902. In this latest version - an eerie monologue- the real horror is not the power of the shrivelled claw, but a mother’s loss. Written by Bart Meehan (loosely adapted from the story by W.W. Jacobs) Performed by Nikki Hunter Directed by Tony Turner Originally broadcast on ArtSound FM - Canberra and 2NVR - Nambucca NSW, in October 2021.
Episode 31: EULOGY FOR DOUG
November 08, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 9.69 MBEULOGY FOR DOUG From the Somme to Sandakan and Kokoda to Khe Sahn….This play commemorates the sacrifice of the men and women who went off to fight and reminds us that in the end they all fought their own wars. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Gary Luck Music written and performed by Gary Luck Following the play is a reading of one of the great works of war poetry, Dulce et Decorum Est by Wilfred Owen, performed by Tony Turner. The play and poem were originally broadcas...
Episode 30: THE TRACTOR ACTOR
October 24, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBTHE TRACTOR ACTOR For years he listened to the sounds of the Bush, as he worked the fields and thought of what might have been … a moving story of love and dreams. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Neil McLeod and Elaine Noon Produced by Papermoon for ArtSound FM, Canberra Australia. First broadcast in October 2021.
Episode 29: THE BUSH UNDERTAKER
September 05, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBThe Bush Undertaker has been loosely adapted by Bart Meehan, from a short story by Australian author, Henry Lawson (1867-1922). It is a funny and touching tale of the Australian Bush, of loneliness and of friendship. The play was produced for radio by Papermoon and originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra in August 2021. The Bush Undertaker by Henry Lawson Loosely adapted by Bart Meehan Performed by Neil McLeod
Episode 28: EMPTY SKY
June 28, 2021 11:45 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBAre they really coming? Written by Bart Meehan Read and performed by Alastair Lloyd Produced by Ion Newcombe Original music by Junkie Twins (available on Spotify) Originally broadcast on Antipodean SF Radio Show, 2NVR (Nambucca) in June 2021.
Episode 27: The Bridge
June 16, 2021 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.06 MBThere is a bridge between the living and the dead…. A mother and daughter come together to the complete the age old ritual of clearing the wardrobes after a funeral. In each piece of clothing they find a memory … A radio play produced by Papermoon Radio Theatre Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Nikki Hunter, Elaine Noon and Tony Turner First broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca), May 2921.
Episode 25: Tomorrow, just you wait and see
May 05, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.37 MBTomorrow, just you wait and see. Ruth is 90 years old and living in a world in crisis. But she has been through tough times before...in London as the bombs fell. A radio play from Papermoon Radio Theatre Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Adele Lewin This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra and 2NVR (Nambucca) in 2021.
Episode 26: A Dill Pickle
May 05, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBA Dill Pickle is a short story written by Katherine Mansfield in 1917. It has been loosely adapted for radio by Bart Meehan, who has chosen to focus on the themes of lost love and regret. Written by Katherine Mansfield and loosely adapted for broadcast by Bart Meehan Performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner Directed by Tony Turner This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra and 2NVR (Nambucca) in 2021.
Episode 24: An Eventful Journey
March 28, 2021 00:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBWhen Charles Dickens ( and his colleague Wilkie Collins), disembarks his train at the wrong station, he didn’t know that there would be a story waiting for him... Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Tony Turner, Geoffrey Borny, Neil McLeod A papermoon Theatre company production. Originally broadcast in Australia on ArtSound FM Canberra and 2NVR Nambucca NSW.
Episode 23: 49 Years and Counting
January 31, 2021 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBA kiss is just a kiss...how long does love last? Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Graham Robertson, Liz Bradley, Elaine Noon Originally broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca)
Episode 22: 10 Minutes Left
January 26, 2021 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.7 MBWhat would you do if there were only 10 minutes left? A story about love in the last moments. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Nikki Hunter and Tony Turner This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca).
Episode 21: Odd Girl
January 13, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.31 MBDoing a job interview is always hard, but it’s harder when you’re an odd girl! A short play about the challenges of life. Performed by Jasmine Tearle Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner The play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca)
Episode 20: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 4
December 17, 2020 23:05 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBA Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading by Tony Turner, who performs all the characters. Credits: Performed by Tony Turner Produced and adapted for broadcast by Bart Meehan “Part 4 in which Scrooge is visited by the last ...
Episode 19: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 3
December 17, 2020 23:02 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBA Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading by Tony Turner, who performs all the characters. Credits: Performed by Tony Turner Produced and adapted for broadcast by Bart Meehan “Part 3 in which Scrooge is visited by the secon...
Episode 19: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 2
December 17, 2020 22:59 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBA Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading by Tony Turner, who performs all the characters. Credits: Performed by Tony Turner Produced and adapted for broadcast by Bart Meehan “Part 2 in which Scrooge is visited by the first...
Episode 18: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 1
December 17, 2020 22:55 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBA Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading by Tony Turner, who performs all the characters. Credits: Performed by Tony Turner Produced and adapted for broadcast by Bart Meehan “Part 1 in which Scrooge is visited by Marley’s ...
Episode 17: Coffee in Jerusalem
December 15, 2020 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBA chance meeting on a rainy day reveals the enduring nature of love and how it ultimately triumphs over the worst of all evils. Performed by Tony Turner Written by Bart Meehan Originally broadcast on 2NVR (Nambucca) and ArtSound FM (Canberra) in 2020
Episode 16: The Last Letter
November 24, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 30.9 MBWilfred Owen wrote poetry in the trenches during the Great War, as the world burned around him. He sent his poems home in letters to his mother. She received his last letter on November 11th, 1918. Papermoon Radio Theatre presents a powerful play about the pointlessness of war and a mother’s loss. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Elaine Noon
VILLAGE WOOING - PART 1
October 29, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBConversation One Village Wooing was written by George Bernard Shaw in 1936. It is a delightful play about the developing relationship of a man and woman told in three conversations. This production is from the papermoon Theatre Company and is performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner. It was directed by Tony Turner and engineered by Bart Meehan.
VILLAGE WOOING - PART 3
October 29, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.4 MBConversation Three Village Wooing was written by George Bernard Shaw in 1936. It is a delightful play about the developing relationship of a man and woman told in three conversations. This production is from the papermoon Theatre Company and is performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner. It was directed by Tony Turner and engineered by Bart Meehan.
VILLAGE WOOING - PART 2
October 29, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MBConversation Two Village Wooing was written by George Bernard Shaw in 1936. It is a delightful play about the developing relationship of a man and woman told in three conversations. This production is from the papermoon Theatre Company and is performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner. It was directed by Tony Turner and engineered by Bart Meehan.
Love in Lockdown?
August 16, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 19.3 MBIn 2020 the world changed. A pandemic forced most of us into lockdown, while we fought to beat Covid-19. This play is both the product of time spent at home waiting for the “all clear” and an “imagining” of how some might respond to this new normal. Love in Lockdown? is one of a number of plays produced by the Canberra based papermoon Theatre Company as part of their LockDown Project. The play has been broadcast on ArtSound FM and 2NVR. The script was one of the winners of 20...
That Monster Show
April 11, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutes - 19.5 MBA silly story about a silly place called Hollywood, where faking reality is the biggest thing in town. Written by Bart Meehan Narrated by Nathan English Originally broadcast on the AntiSF Radio Show (hosted by Ion Newcombe). 2NVR, Nambucca.
when Willie came home from the war hoorah hoorah
March 09, 2020 00:00 - 17 minutes - 17.6 MBThis story written by Bart Meehan was originally published in the Antipodean SF anthology and subsequently broadcast on 2NVR, Nambucca. The story is read by Alistair Lloyd, and deals with the pervasiveness of grief. The piece is speculative fiction but the subject is real. Wars do not end when the shooting finishes and the past is never past.