Podcast appearances and mentions of paul crabtree

Two + hours of Variety and ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Royal Gelatin Hour starring Rudy Vallee, originally broadcast March 25, 1937, 87 years ago with Guest star Bob Hope.  Edgar Bergen tells Charlie the story of "Robinson Crusoe." Tyrone Power and Muriel Kirkland appear in, "Shadow Play" by Noel Coward. Florence Desmond impersonates Katharine Hepburn (while she's singing!), Marlene Dietrich and the fictitious Gladys Potts (the first woman pilot to fly over the North Pole with her baby). Rudy interviews Tony Sarg, a puppeteer who is credited with inventing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade giant balloons. Followed by The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast March 25, 1940,  84 years ago, Remember the Night starring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck.  An adaptation of the 1939 picture in which MacMurray and Stanwyck reprise their starring roles. A romance story about a prosecutor who winds up taking a beautiful thief with him on a Christmas visit to his mother. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 25, 1949, 75 years ago, Walk in the rain. The last program of the series. A walk in the rain to the top of the hill. The program ends with a kiss. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

Two hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast January 7, 1947, 77 years ago, Escaped Convicts. Four convicts have escaped and Fibber is off to join the posse. Followed by The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast January 7, 1948, 76 years ago, Jimmy is still sick. Bob Hope substituting for Jimmy Durante, who is recuperating. Bob and guest Victor Moore do their own "Road" picture, "The Road To Pismo Beach."Then My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast January 7, 1949, 75 years ago, Over Budget. Liz can't keep her budget under control. George cuts her off. But a business client makes a mess of everything. Followed by The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast January 7, 1951, 73 years ago, Cutting the Band's Wages. Remley's been evicted by his landlord.Finally Claudia, originally broadcast January 7, 1949, 75 years ago, Snowstorm. It's snowing so hard, you can't see anything. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star as Claudia and David.Thanks to Eric for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Selected Short Subjects on this episode.First, a look at this date in history.Then Charles Frederick Lindsley, originally broadcast October 28, 1932, 91 years ago, The Midnight Ride of Ichabod Crane. The story of the headless horseman of legend, performed in monologue by Charles Frederick Lindsley.Followed by Believe it or Not hosted by Robert Ripley, originally broadcast October 28, 1947, 76 years ago, Lightning. Where is sneezing a crime punishable by death? A drama about a dead little girl who was brought back to life by lightning!Next Claudia, originally broadcast October 28, 1947, 76 years ago. Claudia takes her driving test. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Followed by The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast October 28, 1958, 65 years ago, Clothes for the Trip. What to take on a convention trip? Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce star. And Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 28, 1941, 82 years ago, The Hindu Prince performs. The fake Prince almost chickens out of going through his upcoming performance, but the Squire talks him into it. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

An hour of Western adventure.First, a look at this date in history.Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast October 25, 1953, 70 years ago, Red Lawson's Revenge. Red Lawson has announced that he's going to kill Britt's friend Dan to get revenge for the death of his brother, four years previously. Followed by Have Gun, Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast October 25, 1959, 64 years ago, When in Rome. Paladin shoots and kills "The Professor," a holdup man and accused murderer. He is also forced to wound an innocent bystander, which causes the man's wife to make an unusual request. And Claudia, originally broadcast October 25, 1948, 75 years ago. Some serious Yankee cow tradin'. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

An hour of CrimeFirst, a look at this date in history.Then Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast October 15, 1946, 77 years ago, Murder at the Rodeo. There are two feuding women working at the rodeo. When Belle Adams is thrown from a bronco and hurt. She suspects Hazel is responsible. Followed by The Casebook of Gregory Hood starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast October 15, 1949, 74 years ago, Carnival of Death. A hot blonde with a cool million invites Gregory to "drop around." But it's not a social call.And Claudia originally broadcast October 15, 1948, 75 years ago. The house is empty without David. He's out hunting. . Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.

An hour of ComedyFirst, a look at this date in history.Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast October 11, 1951, 72 years ago, Birthday Present. Father has a secret...and so does mother! Shh! Don't tell. Next the news from 72 years ago.Followed by The Adventures of Maisie starring Ann Sothern, originally broadcast October 11, 1951, 72 years ago, Aunt Hattie. Maisie's boyfriend Eddie trades her to Harry Adams for a pair of skis! And Claudia, originally broadcast October 11, 1948, 75 years ago. How long has David been awake? Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star

(Apologies if I sound a bit out of it. Long day!)First, a look at this date in history.Then The Shadow starring William Johnstone and Marjorie Anderson, originally broadcast October 8, 1939, 84 years ago, Murder in the Ball Park. Only on "The Shadow" would they dramatize a baseball team with a hunchback on the roster! At a night game, the pitcher is electrocuted!Followed by The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast October 8, 1947, 76 years ago. Guest Eddie Cantor and Jimmy reminisce about the good old days of show biz. And Claudia, originally broadcast October 8, 1948, 75 years ago. A gift from Mr. Tucker. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star

Episode 49 "Can We Put Clothes In It Too?" December 4, 1947 and Episode 50 "The Shiner" December 5, 1947. Claudia starring Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree. Introductory audio provides a few details about this 1940's Soap Opera about two newlyweds in the 1940's.

Fibber McGee and Molly. December 30, 1935. Blue net, WLS, Chicago aircheck. Johnson's Wax (Amateur Song Writing contest). The McGee's get ready for a New Year's Eve party, and then step out to the Wistful Vista Night Club. Jim Jordan, Marian Jordan, Harlow Wilcox (announcer), Rico Marcelli and His Orchestra, Emory Darcy (tenor), Audrey Call (violin). -------Claudia. December 31, 1947. Program #68. D'Arcy Advertising syndication. Coca-Cola. Happy 1948 Claudia!. Kathryn Bard, Paul Crabtree, Joe King (announcer), Rose Franken (creator), William Brown Maloney (supervisor, director), Manya Starr (adapter), Roger Starr (adaptor). ==== A Date With Judy. January 01, 1946. NBC net. Tums. Mr. Foster has made a New Year's resolution not to lose his temper. Sandra Gould, John Brown, Aleen Leslie (creator, writer), Myra Marsh, Tommy Cook, Helen Mack (producer, director). ----The Challenge Of The Yukon. December 27, 1945. WXYZ, Detroit origination, The Michigan Radio Network. "New Year's Eve". Sustaining. Firecrackers are the only thing that King is afraid of, a fact used in an attempted robbery. This program has also beem dated December 29, 1945. Jay Michael, Hugh Holder (announcer), Mildred Merrill (writer). ----Dragnet. March 08, 1951. NBC net. "Big New Year's". Commercials deleted. On New Year's Eve (despite the March broadcast date) a police officer is shot and killed. Jack Webb, Barton Yarborough, George Fenneman (announcer). 26:25. Audio Condition: Excellent. Otherwise complete.------The Fitch Bandwagon. December 29, 1946. NBC net. Fitch Shampoo. Phil is getting ready for New Year's Eve. Phil sings, "Possum On The Tree." Phil looks through his old scrapbook before being interviewed by a reporter for a fan magazine. Don't miss Phil and Remley sing, "That's What I Like About Hawaii." Alice sings, "Zip It De Doo Dah.". Phil Harris, Alice Faye, Walter Scharf and His Orchestra, Elliott Lewis, Anne Whitfield, Jeanine Roos, Joe Connelly (writer), Bob Mosher (writer), Paul Phillips (director), Bill Forman (announcer).------Suspense. December 28, 1958. CBS net. "The Thirty-Second Of December". Commercials deleted. A good story about a man who buys a watch with many dials, including one that travels through time. Frank Lovejoy, Norman Alden, Joan Banks, Barney Phillips, Sam Pierce, George Walsh (announcer), Morris Lee Green (writer), William Walker (writer), William N. Robson (producer, director). SOURCES:Radiogoldindex.com; OTRR Group; Wikipedia

Continuing "Claudia" with Episodes 45 and 46 - from November 28th and December 01, 1947 respectively, Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree play Claudia and David Naughton... a young married couple in the late 1940's. This was the syndicated version of the original show which was on from July 4, 1941 to September 26th, 1941 as part of the Kate Smith Hour. Written by Rose Franken... short stories based on the same characters appeared in Redbook Magazine. In 1947 a new cast, new sponsor, originated at WGN in Chicago and was distributed via Electrical Transcription. It is the syndicated series you hear on this track. Peggy Allenby plays Mrs. Brown. Tracks are stored in "Claudia" Playlist on this Soundcloud.com originating podcast.

In 1948 a syndicated Coca-Cola sponsored version of the soap opera Claudia, starring Katharine Bard and Paul Crabtree produced an episode for airing on August 25th called “A Visit To Coney Island.” This is that episode. For more on radio and Coney Island, tune into Breaking Walls EP92: Radio And Coney Island (1906 - 1960).

Claudia is an old time radio show about the ups and downs of being a newlywed. Topics include dealing with in-laws, burning dinner, losing socks, buying really big dogs, and all the little moments that make up a life together. Originally originating as a script on The Kate Smith Show, the original roles were played by Patricia Ryan (Claudia) and by Richard Kollmar (David). The characters Clauda and David Naughton were created by Rose Franken who wrote a series of popular short stories about the fictional newlywed in the 1930s. The books were later adapted into 3 films by RKO. Due to the popularity of these films, Coca-Cola decided to sponsor a 15 minute weekday show. Staring Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree, Joe King is the announcer. Claudia is a lighthearted soap with relatable characters doing what regular people were doing. David is a WWII veteran trying to have a good life with his new wife and Claudia, although sometimes silly, is a loving wife. The show offers an excellent glimpse of a realistic 1940s American household.

1. Stephen Scott - Vikings Of The Sunrise: Fantasy On The Polynesian Star Navigators (Start with “Ocean Drum”)https://open.spotify.com/album/1HRPSkZaRp1uaoOoRI2NEB2. Sarah Kirkland Snider - Penelope (Start with “Circe and the Hanged Man”)https://open.spotify.com/album/49xHTKjIfDahbCEPNVBZ3M3. Laura Kaminsky - As One (Start with “To Know” and “Out of Nowhere”)https://open.spotify.com/album/5h6QCRWqjzpFWrTlcAoEVGPanelists:El Schoepf, M.S. (they/she) is a social science researcher who studies and teaches about power, privilege, and oppression in the performing arts. After burning out of a performing career, El sought to improve mental health services in the performing arts sector by becoming a therapist. Their research about stratified economies’ effect on human behavior and experience served as inspiration for an experiential simulation game they developed called “Star Ensemble: Exploring Power and Privilege in Classical Music.” El holds degrees in counseling psychology and music and is currently a trainee at the Gestalt Therapy Institute of Philadelphia.Robin (Rob) McGinness is an active operatic baritone, inactive composer, and instructor helping students build the necessary skills needed for diverse careers in the arts. Often featured on stage portraying opera’s “bad boy,” Rob’s operatic credits include the title roles in Eugene Onegin and Don Giovanni, as well as Marcello in La Bohème. Committed to promoting and performing new works, Rob regularly premieres new roles, including Ed Wall in Frances Pollock’s award-winning opera Stinney, and Saul Hodkin/Price in The Ghost Train by Paul Crabtree. Rob’s compositions include vocal, theatrical, and orchestral pieces premiered at IngenuityFest, Andy’s Summer Playhouse, and by the Windham Orchestra of Vermont. Rob holds degrees from the Peabody Institute and Oberlin Conservatory and is a returning Marion Roose Pullin Studio Artist at Arizona Opera.British-American soprano Claire Galloway’s theatricality covers the gamut of “palpable pain” and “splendid, funny moments” (B.I.T.R.). This summer and next, Claire is a Fellow with the Ravinia Steans Music Institute. She recently sang Sam in Stephen Crino and Joshua Scheid’s Friends House for the new Podcast Opera Company. In 2019-2020 she performed Vitella (Clemenza) and Blanche (Dialogues of the Carmelites), was a semifinalist in the James Toland Vocal Arts Competition, and performed with Opera Lafayette’s 1806 revival of Beethoven’s Léonore. An avid recitalist, she recently presented a recital based on the life of Rosa Ponselle and concerts showcasing Scandinavian and contemporary American compositions. Ms. Galloway’s innovative recital programing has resulted in the best-attended concert event at the Baltimore War Memorial Arts Initiative in past seasons. Through her teaching studio, she is currently offering a 6-month training program called Core Singer Essentials, starting in October, as well as a free 2-day preview called “Singers Take The Wheel Career Roadmap” on September 25th and 26th. Details at www.clairegalloway.com.More information at pauseandlisten.com. Pause and Listen was created by host John T.K. Scherch and co-creator/marketing manager Michele Mengel Scherch.

In 1948 a syndicated Coca-Cola sponsored version of the soap opera Claudia, starring Katharine Bard and Paul Crabtree produced an episode for airing on August 25th called “A Visit To Coney Island.” This is that episode.

Returning with Episodes 41 and 42 edited on one track... Claudia is back! Kathryn Bard stars as Claudia Naughton and Paul Crabtree as David Naughton - a newlywed couple in the late 1940's. Sponsor is Coca Cola. Show ran 18 months with 390 -15 min episodes from 1947-48. The series depicts the joys and challenges faced by newlyweds. The topics discussed include anything that can affect the married couple's lives. Characters created by Rose Franken, a well-known author of newlywed stories in the 1930s. Critics rated this show as an excellent depiction of a typical American household during the late 1940's. Episodes 1 through 42 and future episodes can be found in the playlist "Claudia". Thanks to the Old Time Radio Researchers group for these tracks.

Continuing episodes of the very popular light-hearted Soap Opera known as "Claudia" - Episodes 39 and 40 edited back to back. Starring Kathryn Bard as Claudia Naughton and Paul Crabtree as David Naughton. (Photo from Old Time Radio Researchers Group) .. a continuing story about the ups and downs of being a newlywed couple in the late 1940's. Sponsor is Coca Cola. Show ran for 18 months beginning on Sept 29, 1947 with 390 episodes. All have been preserved. There is a "Claudia" Playlist with previous and future shows. Enjoy this very different Soap Opera produced when the world was a lot less hectic than it is today.

Presenting the very popular light-hearted Soap Opera known as "Claudia" - Episodes 31 (David's Cold) and 32 (Armistice Day... aka Veterans' Day) edited back to back. Starring Kathryn Bard as Claudia Naughton and Paul Crabtree as David Naughton. .. a continuing story about the ups and downs of being a newlywed couple in the late 1940's. Sponsor is Coca Cola. Show ran for 18 months beginning on Sept 29, 1947 with 390 episodes. All have been preserved. Please check out the "Claudia Playlist" for previous and future additions to this collection from this delightful series. Thanks for listening.

In 1948 a syndicated version of the soap opera Claudia, starring Katharine Bard and Paul Crabtree produced an episode for airing on August 25th called “A Visit To Coney Island.” This is that episode.

Frank reviews the Westminster Choir concert and Waiting for Godot from the 2017 Spoleto Festival USA. Read Full Dispatch > There are few settings in Charleston more idyllic for a concert than the Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul. Watching the late afternoon light as it slants through the windows on the west side of the sanctuary, with the stained glass behind the altar providing a dramatic backdrop to the Westminster Choir in their evening attire, you feel like you’re in for a special experience, and indeed, you are. The Westminster Choir has been the Choir in Residence at the Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston for many years, since the days when the ensemble was led by the legendary Joseph Flummerfelt. Upon Flummerfelt’s retirement, Joe Miller assumed the role, and he continues the tradition of presenting sublime a cappella concerts in that special hour before a late spring evening gets underway. Miller has distinguished himself by programming especially thoughtful and inventive choral performances, and the concert I attended on Memorial Day is a perfect example of his approach. Contemporary settings of sacred texts in Latin formed the bookends of the first part of the concert. “Lux surgit aurea” – “See the golden sun arise” – by Bernat Vivancos harkens back to medieval chant and Renaissance polyphony at the opening and close, but in the middle enters an ethereal, contemporary realm. On the far side of the concert program, “Laudibus in Sanctis” – “Celebrate the Lord Most High” – by Ugis Praulins had dramatic shifts in mood propelled by driving rhythms reminiscent of Carl Orff. In between there was an Abendstandschen, or Evensong, by Johannes Brahms that featured his characteristically rich choral writing, and a setting by Kile Smith of the words of the Apollo 8 astronauts on Christmas Eve of 1968 which was made otherworldly by the use of hand bells and the resonant droning of high soprano voices. There was also an infectious pair of folk hymns, sung in the distinctive, American 18 th century shape note style of singing. These were sung by a subset of the choir separating from the group and assembling in the crossing between the transepts of the cathedral; and a stirring spiritual, “Yonder Come Day,” with alto soloists Taria Mitchell and Pauline Taumalolo, as well as percussion provided by choir members using a tambourine and a broom handle. Paul Crabtree’s “Death and Resurrection” brought us back to the present day. It concludes with a haunting Shaker text: “Do all your work as though you had a thousand years to live/And as you would if you knew you must die tomorrow.” The second part of the program consisted of the American folk tunes in choral arrangements that have become a signature of the Westminster Choir, including the nostalgic “Shenandoah.” I have never been to concert by this choir at the festival that hasn’t received a standing ovation at the end, and this one was no exception. In exchange, we were rewarded with two encores, one of them an apt and exquisite setting of the standard, “I’ll Be Seeing You.” The choir repeats the program on Saturday, June 3 rd . Playwright Samuel Beckett’s absurdist masterpiece Waiting for Godot has attracted legendary performers, from familiar movie character actors Tom Ewell and Burt Lahr in the first U.S. production, to comic icons Steve Martin and the late Robin Williams, and more recently distinguished knighted thespians Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan. No doubt the attraction for performers is the challenge of keeping an audience engaged over two and a half hours of theater where the meaning can be elusive, though the rewards are plentiful. By turns bawdy and poetic, and frequently hilarious, in one sense the play isn’t all that mystifying when taken at face value as a rumination on existence. The cast of this production from Ireland’s Druid Theater is more than up to the challenge. In their tattered costumes, and with their distinct physical types, they have some of the pathos of silent film comedians, but with their broad physical humor, exaggerated stances, heightened gestures and manic expressions, they seem like Warner Brothers cartoon characters come to life. The team of director Garry Hynes and designer Francis O’Connnor, who worked such magic with the Festival production of the Vivaldi opera Farnace, deliver another visually rich experience with this play. To borrow a recurring bit of dialogue between Vladimir and Estragon: “Is this a good thing?” “It will pass the time.” To which I would add, “It will pass it very well.” Waiting for Godot has numerous performances through the end of the festival at the Dock Street Theatre. Check the schedule at spoletousa.org for show dates and times.

Westminster Choir conductor Joe Miller joins WWFM The Classical Network host David Osenberg to discuss the theme and repertoire for the Westminster Choir’s 2017 tour program, titled “A Thousand Years to Live” and the “Today I Will” project. From traditional shape-note singing to Paul Crabtree’s The Valley of Delight: Death and Resurrection, the concert explores the gifts and challenges each day presents to the world. The program also includes Uģis Prauliņš’ Laudibus in sanctis, Johannes Brahms’ Abendständschen, and much more.