Yorick Radio Productions
214 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago -Yorick Radio Productions is a show all about performance and creativity! From theatre to short stories and creative writing, we analyse and celebrate it all. Some of our regular segments include: Theoretically theatrical: A documentary style show about theatre, creative pursuits and behind the scenes info. Scintillating Stories: Where we read short stories. Page Parle: Where we interview authors and performers. Radio Revelry: Where we perform Radio plays.Cosy Critiques: Where we hear from reviewers of books, movies, plays and more.Under Construction: Where we give feedback to audience submitted writing.
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Scintillating Stories: Malachi's Cove
February 17, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode we read a tale by Anthony Trollope, best known as the author of the Barchester Chronicles. We meet a remarkable woman who works with the sea, and compromises nothing to get her happy ending. You can read the story here: http://victorian-studies.net/love-stories-trollope.pdf Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Chris Dattoli on LARP
February 10, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this episode we return to the wonderful world of LARP to discuss another variety. We chat about making friends, learning that being and NPC is actually very fun and ways to be a more cooperative community. Chris's Website: http://www.dattolivoiceovers.com Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: The Bus Conductor
February 03, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode we read 'The Bus Conductor' by E. F Benson, which was famously adapted for The Twilight Zone. Listen to the tale of a celebratory sceptic and a well-meaning ticket collector. You can read more short stories by E. F Benson here: https://gutenberg.net.au/ebooks06/0605171h.html#ch07 Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: The Bus Conductor
February 03, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode we read 'The Bus Conductor' by E. F Benson, which was famously adapted for The Twilight Zone. Listen to the tale of a celebratory sceptic and a well-meaning ticket collector. You can read more short stories by E. F Benson here: https://gutenberg.net.au/ebooks06/0605171h.html#ch07 Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/beech_hedge_witch)
Cozy Critiques: 'The Last Tudor'
January 27, 2022 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.57 MBWe welcome back Bookwyrm Reviews aka Catriona Scott, to rage agains the historical inaccuracy and cardboard writing of 'The Last Tudor' by Philippa Gregory. The original written review can be read here: https://thebookwyrmreviews.com/2020/11/15/the-last-tudor-review-come-at-me-books-dare-3/ Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Katie Chonacas
January 20, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to performer and actor Katie Chonacas about her approach to performance, how she invests in herself creatively and her latest projects. You can find more from Katie here: Website: https://www.chonacas.com/ Podcast: https://podcast.chonacas.com “A Lover's Fairytale” poetry book Website: https://www.aloversfairytale.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyriakiChonacas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chonacas/ Twitter: https...
Theoretically Theatrical: Katie Chonacas
January 20, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to performer and actor Katie Chonacas about her approach to performance, how she invests in herself creatively and her latest projects. You can find more from Katie here: Website: https://www.chonacas.com/ Podcast: https://podcast.chonacas.com “A Lover's Fairytale” poetry book Website: https://www.aloversfairytale.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyriakiChonacas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chonacas/ Twitter: https...
Scintillating stories: Poems by Sylvia Plath
January 13, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.19 MBIn this episode we read a selection of poems by Sylvia Plath. 'Spinster,' 'The Hermit at Outermost House,' 'Insomnia,' and 'You're.' Support the Show.
Theoretically theatrical: Lucinda Sage-Midgorden
January 07, 2022 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to Lucinda Sage-Midgorden, a Podcaster, author, and theatre educator. We chat about her life long love of stories, building the courage to start creative projects, and following your passions. You can find more from Lucinda here: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SageWomanChronicles Website (with links to her Blog and Podcast) https://sagewoman.life/ Support the Show.
2021 Outtakes
December 31, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBHappy New Year! To celebrate the start of 2022 we are looking back at our bloopers from this year. Thank you for listening and supporting us through our second year! Please share the podcast with your friends so that we can keep growing and bring you more audio silliness! Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Christmas Show 2021
December 24, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.68 MBIn this episode of theoretically theatrical we go behind the scenes to talk about this years Christmas show! It's all about the legends of St Nicholas. You might be surprised by some of the early stories about jolly old Saint Nick! Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Mummering
December 16, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.72 MBChristmas isn't far away and we continue or countdown with an exploration of Mummering. We learn about costumed visitors, dark humour and how it lives on in the modern day. Support the show
Theoretically Theatrical: Mummering
December 16, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.72 MBChristmas isn't far away and we continue or countdown with an exploration of Mummering. We learn about costumed visitors, dark humour and how it lives on in the modern day. Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: The Cat on the Dovrefell
December 09, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.48 MBWe continue our countdown to Christmas with a fairytale from Norway. It's always best to be a good house guest, and to be especially gracious to any pets. You can read the story here: https://fairytalez.com/cat-dovrefell/ Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: Unusual Seasonal Poetry
December 02, 2021 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.56 MBWe begin our count down to Christmas with some unusual poetry! Each of these has a magical element of the bizarre, mixed with a sincere love of the holiday. We hope that these start your December off on the right foot! The children’s friend by Arthur j stansbury https://www.thevoicebeforethevoid.net/the-childrens-friend-by-arthur-j-stansbury/ The Christmas Goose by William Mcgonagall https://internetpoem.com/william-topaz-mcgonagall/the-christmas-goose-poem/ Christmas Plum Cake by Hele...
Scintillating Stories: Elegy by Charles Beaumont
November 25, 2021 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode we read Elegy by Charles Beaumont, which was famously adapted for The Twilight Zone. We follow a lost crew from earth as they find a mysterious astroid that might give them everything they ever wanted. You can read the short story here: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/32819/32819-h/32819-h.htm Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Nancy Norbeck
November 19, 2021 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to Nancy Norbeck, a creativity consultant and podcaster. We chat about unlocking your drive, the link between curiosity and creativity, and Nancy's own creative exploits. Nancy's Social Media Instagram: @fycuriosity Twitter: @fycuriositypod TikTok: @fycuriosity YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCeFQDApdpN5PDb-uMXzEaZw Facebook: fycuriositypod The Silver Child: amzn.to/2aZi6fe Creative Tune-Up kit: https://bit.ly/CreativeTuneU...
Remembrance Day 2021
November 11, 2021 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.34 MBThis episode was released on Remembrance Day 2021. It features three poems that were written during World War One and Two. All of these poems and their background are available online. On Revisiting the Somme https://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poem/revisiting-somme/ The Little Smuggler https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Little_Smuggler War Baby https://mywordinyourear.com/2018/04/25/war-baby-pamela-holmes/ Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Terri Hardin's Pumpkins
November 04, 2021 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn our last Halloween episode of the year we welcome back Terri Hardin! Terri is an amazingly talented artist and sculptor who is known as Disney's Legendary imagineer. In this episode she speaks to us about her discovery and love of pumpkin carving and how it led to her becoming a judge on 'Outrageous Pumpkins' on the Food Network. You can find more from Terri here: Giggling Pumpkins https://terrihardin.com/new-book/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriHardinSpeaks/videos Support t...
Scintillating Stories: Halloween 1956
October 20, 2021 23:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWe continue our lead up to Halloween with a short story by Garon Whited! Halloween is a time when you can be anything you want, in theory. But when one boy struggles to fit in the neighbourhood vampire Eric helps him stand out! You can read the story here: https://garonwhited.com/project/halloween-1956/ Support the Show.
Bonus Episode: Katherine Mansfield's Birthday
October 14, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this bonus episode we celebrate Katherine Mansfield's Birthday with two readings by Linda Lappin! The first is an extract from Linda's novel 'Katherine's Wish' and the second is an exploration of Linda's approach to writing about Katherine's life. You can hear more from Linda here: https://www.lindalappin.net Support the Show.
Page Parle: Garon Whited on Halloween
October 13, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this special Halloween edition of Page Parle we chat to Garon Whited, author of the Nightlord series about spooky things in literature. From the roots of monsters to their reimagining by modern authors, we get you ready for Halloween. Garon's links: https://www.amazon.com/Garon-Whited/e/B00IX0NER0 https://www.facebook.com/groups/GaronWhited/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/gwspoilers/ https://garonwhited.com/ https://www.patreon.com/garonwhited?fan_landing=true Support the Show.
Page Parle: Garon Whited on Halloween
October 13, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this special Halloween edition of Page Parle we chat to Garon Whited, author of the Nightlord series about spooky things in literature. From the roots of monsters to their reimagining by modern authors, we get you ready for Halloween. Garon's links: https://www.amazon.com/Garon-Whited/e/B00IX0NER0 https://www.facebook.com/groups/GaronWhited/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/gwspoilers/ https://garonwhited.com/ https://www.patreon.com/garonwhited?fan_landing=true Support the show
Scintillating Stories: No such thing as a Vampire
October 06, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode we begin our lead up to halloween by reading Richard Matheson's short story 'No Such thing as a Vampire." No matter how outlandish a story is, there is always something true behind it. And it might be closer than you think. You can read the story in this collection here: https://www.shortstoryguide.com/richard-matheson-short-stories/ Support the show
Scintillating Stories: No such thing as a Vampire
October 06, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode we begin our lead up to halloween by reading Richard Matheson's short story 'No Such thing as a Vampire." No matter how outlandish a story is, there is always something true behind it. And it might be closer than you think. You can read the story in this collection here: https://www.shortstoryguide.com/richard-matheson-short-stories/ Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Terri Hardin
September 29, 2021 23:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to Terri Harding, Disney's Legendary Imagineer about how creativity can protect against bullies, The places that puppetry can take you and how a life long love of dragons lead to the greatest attraction in Disney land Paris. Website: https://terrihardin.com/new-book/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriHardinSpeaks Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/beech_hedge_witch)
Theoretically Theatrical: Terri Hardin
September 29, 2021 23:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to Terri Harding, Disney's Legendary Imagineer about how creativity can protect against bullies, The places that puppetry can take you and how a life long love of dragons lead to the greatest attraction in Disney land Paris. Website: https://terrihardin.com/new-book/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriHardinSpeaks Support the Show.
Cozy Critiques: Bookwyrm Reviews 'Normal People'
September 22, 2021 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBIn our new series we welcome back friend of the show Catriona Scott who kindly reads her witty review of 'Normal People.' By Sally Rooney. Normal people review by bookwyrm reviews Link: https://thebookwyrmreviews.com/2019/06/02/normal-people-review/?fbclid=IwAR3bfg_SRlbd-plORCZ8KcglJWSLYg5eerCGEEWxSVmNV3ymxNJIPr1WUC4 Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/beech_hedge_witch)
Cozy Critiques: Bookwyrm Reviews 'Normal People'
September 22, 2021 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBIn our new series we welcome back friend of the show Catriona Scott who kindly reads her witty review of 'Normal People.' By Sally Rooney. Normal people review by bookwyrm reviews Link: https://thebookwyrmreviews.com/2019/06/02/normal-people-review/?fbclid=IwAR3bfg_SRlbd-plORCZ8KcglJWSLYg5eerCGEEWxSVmNV3ymxNJIPr1WUC4 Support the Show.
Page Parle Past: John Donne
September 16, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this twist on our regular series we dramatise a fictional interview with the father of metaphysical poetry, John Donne. We cover his love, his religion and his encounters with death and how all of these inspired his poetry and later his religious writings. Credits Donne was played by Mark McCartney Anne was played by Ellisha O’Donnell Lucy and Raleigh were played by Catriona Scott Drury was played by Lorne Scott-Kerr The presenter and additional roles were played by Rosie Beech S...
Page Parle Past: John Donne
September 16, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this twist on our regular series we dramatise a fictional interview with the father of metaphysical poetry, John Donne. We cover his love, his religion and his encounters with death and how all of these inspired his poetry and later his religious writings. Credits Donne was played by Mark McCartney Anne was played by Ellisha O’Donnell Lucy and Raleigh were played by Catriona Scott Drury was played by Lorne Scott-Kerr The presenter and additional roles were played by Rosie Beech Su...
Scintillating Stories: Love and Bread
September 08, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode we read one short story from the collection 'Married' by August Strindberg. 'Love and Bread' takes a satirical look at the phrase 'all you need is love.' Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: The Diamond Maker
September 01, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this episode we have a story by H.G. Wells, were we see that obsession may bury the diamond in the rough. You can find the story online here: http://www.online-literature.com/wellshg/4/ Support the Show.
Page Parle: Garon Whited
August 25, 2021 23:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode of Page Parle we interview Garon Whited, author of the Nightlord series. We discuss his addiction to writing, the necessity of marketing (or at the very least delegating) and giving the world pleasant distractions. Garon's Social media links: https://www.amazon.com/Garon-Whited/e/B00IX0NER0 https://www.facebook.com/groups/GaronWhited/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/gwspoilers/ https://garonwhited.com/ https://www.patreon.com/garonwhited?fan_landing=true Support the S...
Scintillating stories: The Ways of Cats by Garon Whited
August 18, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode of Scintillating stories we follow Garon Whited down the shadowy paths that only cats can walk. This Fantastic Feline Fable reminds us to be kind to people that we might think of as strange because, the cats are always watching. You can find more of Garon's work here: https://garonwhited.com Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Performance and Charity
August 11, 2021 23:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to Barby Ingle about how performance and creativity can be used to promote charity and causes that you are passionate about. Barby is the president of the International Pain Foundation and has produced several songs to empower people who live with chronic pain. You can read more about ipain here: https://internationalpain.org Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: Nightmare at 20,000 ft part 2
August 05, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBContent warning: Mention of suicide and violence. In this episode of Scintillating stories we return to the skies in part two of Richard Matheson's famous short story. Arthur Wilson must choose whether to risk it all and trust his flawed perception. You can find the collection of short stories this was taken from here: https://www.shortstoryguide.com/richard-matheson-short-stories/ Support the Show.
Scintillating stories: Nightmare at 20,000 ft by Richard Matheson Part 1
July 28, 2021 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB* Trigger Warning: This episode contains mention of Suicide and Mental Health problems* In this episode of Scintillating Stories we take flight with Richard Matheson in his classic short story. This has been adapted many times for television, most famously for the twilight zone. In part 1 we meet nervous flyer and business man Mr. Arthur Wilson is not only caught between the earth and the sky, but between reality and nightmare. You can find the collection of short stories here: https://ww...
Theoretically Theatrical: Tyler Foley
July 22, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to Tyler Foley about the passion to perform, overcoming roadblocks and how to speak naked. I'm not joking! Tyler's Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seantylerfoley/?hl=en Website: https://www.seantylerfoley.com Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: A Matter of Fact by Rudyard Kipling
July 15, 2021 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode of Scintillating Stories we go for a boat ride with Rudyard Kipling. Three stereotypical journalists are confronted with irrefutable evidence of something unbelievable, but come to question what makes something true. Support the show
Scintillating Stories: A Matter of Fact by Rudyard Kipling
July 15, 2021 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode of Scintillating Stories we go for a boat ride with Rudyard Kipling. Three stereotypical journalists are confronted with irrefutable evidence of something unbelievable, but come to question what makes something true. Support the Show.
Scintillating stories: Mal D'Isola
July 07, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode of Scintillating Stories we welcome back author Linda Lappin who will be reading her short story for us. This tale follows a holidaying couple as they encounter snakes, scorpions and creatures from the sea! You can find more of Linda's work here: https://www.lindalappin.net Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/beech_hedge_witch)
Scintillating stories: Mal D'Isola
July 07, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode of Scintillating Stories we welcome back author Linda Lappin who will be reading her short story for us. This tale follows a holidaying couple as they encounter snakes, scorpions and creatures from the sea! You can find more of Linda's work here: https://www.lindalappin.net Support the Show.
Theoretically Theatrical: Chris Dattoli on Voice Acting
June 30, 2021 23:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we speak to professional voice actor Chris Dattoli about the pitfalls of demo reels, fair pay and the joys of being a grown up kid! You can find Chris's social media here: website: https://dattolivoiceovers.com/ Twitter, Instagram, TikTok: @chrisdattolivo Facebook: Chris Dattoli - Voice Over Talent Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: Celebrating Pride
June 25, 2021 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBIn honour of Pride Month we have gathered four pieces of writing from famous LGBT+ authors. The first story is Eris, A Spirit Record by Walter Whitman The second story is The String Quartet by Virginia Woolf The third is the poem On the Sale by Auction of Keats' Love Letters by Oscar Wilde The fourth is the poem El Beso by Angelina Weld-Grimke You can find these writing online: https://whitmanarchive.org/published/fiction/shortfiction/per.00331.html http://gutenberg.net.au/ebooks02/020...
Theoretically Theatrical: Managing Creativity
June 16, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode of Theoretically Theatrical we explore take a look at what goes into the management of Performance. This whirlwind tour gives you an intro to the tangled paths of informal contracts, cost disease and trade unions and how they relate to the performing arts. Credits Caves was played by Ellisha O’donnell Baylis was played by Ellis Jaimison The presenter and Whitty was Rosie Beech This has been a Yorick Radio Production Bibliography Creative industries...
Radio Revelry: HagChild
June 09, 2021 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.7 MBContent Warning: Reference to violence against a child and supernatural threat. Our Third Production for 'Radio Revelry' is a scary story inspired by Gothic Horror, Grimm's Fairy Tales, and Hammer Horror. Credits: Featuring the Voices of Rosie Beech, Catriona Scott and Plywood. Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: The Case of Oscar Brodski Part 2
June 02, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIn this episode we read the second part of the short story by Richard Freeman. In this section of the howcatchem we follow Dr Thorndyke as he races against time to trace the clues to their source. This part has been abridged and You can read the whole story online Here: https://www.fadedpage.com/books/20180653/html.php Support the Show.
Scintillating Stories: The Case of Oscar Brodski Part 2
June 02, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBIn this episode we read the second part of the short story by Richard Freeman. In this section of the howcatchem we follow Dr Thorndyke as he races against time to trace the clues to their source. This part has been abridged and You can read the whole story online Here: https://www.fadedpage.com/books/20180653/html.php Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/beech_hedge_witch)
Scintillating Stories: The Case of Oscar Brodski Part 1
May 31, 2021 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode we read the first part of The case of Oscar Brodski, a howcatchem by Richard Freeman. In this section we hear how a grizzly crime was committed. You can read the story online here: https://www.fadedpage.com/books/20180653/html.php Support the Show.