I've been revisiting the radio series again and, of course, starting at the beginning with Orson & Agnes (Lamont & Margot). It's a lot of fun reliving these old programs and listening to Welles' performances knowing the story behind the production, with Orson never rehearsing and just showing up and reading cold. Much like another favorite performer of mine, Dean Martin.
The program has next to nothing to do with the pulp version and it has taken some time for me to really appreciate the adventures for what they are, wonderful tales with great performances by some truly talented actors and actresses. The Theatre of the Mind really is the most apt description for The Shadow radio program.
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