Shows
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Cask of AmontilladoChatterbox's ten-year story reaches its final chapter with this classic horror tale. The vindictive Montresor has been insulted by the obnoxious Fortunato. Montresor's taste for revenge leads the two men deep into the catacombs below his palazzo, where Fortunato will face a shocking reckoning.2017-09-1519 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterAfter Twenty YearsA man travels a thousand miles to a particular rain-swept city street in order to keep an appointment made two decades before. A classic tale from O. Henry.2017-08-2509 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterDandelion WishesIn this modern take on the Cinderella story, a young girl searches for her talent while suffering at the hands of her tone-deaf stepmother and crass step-siblings. But an impulsive wish on a dandelion introduces her to her magical, brassy, Southern fairy godmother, who might just hold the key to her self-discovery.2017-08-1127 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Nature of CaptivityA desperate family struggles to stay together and stay alive in the face of an overwhelming force. The choices they make will determine their survival. Script developed through the Mabou Mines/SUITE Resident Artists Program; mentored by Ruth Maleczech and Terry O'Reilly. Awarded BBC's "Top Prize of the Americas." Available for theatrical production from Samuel French (http://www.samuelfrench.com/p/9811/nature-of-captivity-the).2017-07-2855 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: ScavengeA young man rides his bike to the neighborhood park in order to carry out a peculiar plan.2017-02-2605 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: The Great Mississippi FloodThis historical vignette takes the form of a blues song recounting a 1927 natural disaster and the efforts of Commerce Secretary Herbert Hoover to address it.2017-02-1205 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: The British Army Makes a Pot RoastTwo soldiers struggle to understand their confounding new mission.2017-01-2904 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: The DarkTwo asylum doctors debate the best course of treatment for a particularly bizarre patient.2017-01-1905 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterClovernook Performance Series: Christmas for Carol2016-12-1823 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterClovernook Performance Series: The Plot to Overthrow Christmas2016-12-1830 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterClovernook Performance Series: The Time Machine2016-12-1832 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterClovernook Performance Series: Sorry, Wrong Number2016-12-1828 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterClovernook Performance Series: The Case of the Goofy Groom2016-12-1826 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: The Art of ConversationA bus passenger tries to share the story of his journey.2016-12-1105 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-11-29: Thumbnail Theater2016-12-0411 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: Heat RayIn this short tale, two rural youths prepare for an otherworldly invasion.2016-12-0403 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: Excuse Me, Do You Have the Time?In this micro-show, a nursing home resident searches for someone who can answer her question.2016-12-0103 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThumbnail Theater: FlorestanIn the first of our series of "micro-shows," a man suffering from tinnitus cannot escape a particular musical note.2016-11-2104 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-10-26: Lineage2016-11-0211 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterLineageThrough candid interviews and archival recordings, three women tell the story of the inescapable evil that haunts their family. As each subsequent generation suffers new horrors, they also begin to piece together an understanding of the curse that flows down their bloodline.2016-10-3047 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-09-29: The Man Who Could Work Miracles2016-10-0715 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Man Who Could Work MiraclesGeorge McWhirter Fotheringay is just a regular bloke... until he discovers the ability to make things happen simply by thinking about them. He tries to use his power for good but can't quite seem to get it right. An original musical adaptation of H.G. Wells's comic story.2016-09-2641 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Argonautica, Part 2This live performance follows Jason and his heroic band of Argonauts on their quest to claim the golden fleece. Along the way, they will encounter powerful gods, fearsome warriors, nightmarish creatures, and other thrilling challenges. Part two of two.2016-09-1647 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterSpoon River Anthology, Part 2The deceased residents of Spoon River, Illinois, reflect on their lives, recounting their stories from beyond the grave. Together, they paint a picture of a quintessential American town at the turn of the 20th century. Part 2 of 5.2016-08-2952 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-08-26: Spoon River Anthology, Part 22016-08-2818 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Argonautica, Part 1This live performance follows Jason and his heroic band of Argonauts on their quest to claim the golden fleece. Along the way, they will encounter powerful gods, fearsome warriors, nightmarish creatures, and other thrilling challenges. Part one of two.2016-08-1755 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHead, Heart, CourageDottie, an imaginative young girl, takes a trip to the magical land of Oz without ever leaving her room. Instead of a scarecrow and a tin man, she encounters creatures made of socks and soda cans, and together they will embark on a quest to meet the wizard who lives under her bed. A fun, family-friendly tale inspired by The Wizard of Oz.2016-08-0129 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-07-28: Head, Heart, Courage.mp32016-07-3110 minChatterbox Audio TheaterHead, Heart, Courage (live)2016-07-3126 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: King MeTwo men sit in a rented room, waiting. One is calm, the other nervous. To pass the time, the men play a game of checkers -- and the stakes are much higher than they first appear. A Chatterbox original.2016-07-1614 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-06-29: Gawain and the Green Knight.mp32016-07-0613 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterGawain and the Green KnightThe brave but untested Gawain sees a chance to prove his valor when King Arthur's court is visited by a mysterious, monstrous Green Knight. Will the Knight's strange bargain prove to be Gawain's opportunity -- or his undoing?2016-07-0150 minChatterbox Audio TheaterGawain and the Green Knight: Interview with Pamela Poletti2016-07-0109 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Master Zacharius, Part 2As his creations inexplicably malfunction, an aging clockmaker feels his heart winding down toward death. How far will he go to restore his clocks' vitality -- and ensure his own eternal life? Part two of two.2016-06-1724 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-05-26: The Warriors, Part 2.mp32016-06-0114 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Warriors, Part 2Ten years later, a school shooting survivor reconnects with her former classmates to explore how the event has continued to shape their lives. How do they deal with the repercussions? And how have they each moved on in the wake of tragedy? Based on actual events. Part 2 of 2.2016-06-0129 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-05-02: The Warriors, Part 1.mp32016-05-1711 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Master Zacharius, Part 1As his creations inexplicably malfunction, an aging clockmaker feels his heart winding down toward death. How far will he go to restore his clocks' vitality -- and ensure his own eternal life? Part one of two.2016-05-1733 minChatterbox Audio TheaterThe Warriors: Interview with Evan Linder and Mary Hollis Inboden2016-05-0226 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Warriors, Part 1Ten years later, a school shooting survivor reconnects with her former classmates to explore how the event has continued to shape their lives. How do they deal with the repercussions? And how have they each moved on in the wake of tragedy? Based on actual events. Part 1 of 2.2016-05-0136 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Moon-FaceJohn Claverhouse's strange appearance and grating laugh are enough to get under anyone's skin. But how far will his neighbor go in order to get rid of the jolly, moon-faced man? A surprising and darkly comic tale from Jack London.2016-04-1118 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-03-27: The Fisherman and his Soul2016-04-1110 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChatterbox Sound Effects Guide2016-04-1000 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Fisherman and His SoulA Fisherman and a Mermaid fall in love, but they cannot be together as long as he retains his immortal soul. The Fisherman's quest to rid himself of his soul will have far-reaching consequences that neither of them could foresee. A rich, poignant, and surprising fairy tale by the great Oscar Wilde.2016-03-2940 minChatterbox Audio TheaterFisherman_Education_Intro.mp32016-03-2912 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: The Kallahoney Kids vs. the Shadow-MonstersA very nearly scary story with jazz, featuring The Lady Who Lives in the Curtains. Arthur, Maggie, and Conroy find themselves in a big, drafty house with their parents gone, a donut shop next door, and a radio that only plays jazz. What is the secret of the house, and of the mysterious shadows that snoop around at night? A fast-paced comic adventure for all ages.2016-03-1435 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterTime to GoIn a dystopian future, three paper pushers get the assignment of their lives. If those who forget the past are condemned to repeat it, what becomes of those who erase the past? An original and unique dark comedy.2016-02-2826 minChatterbox Audio TheaterChecking on the Arts 2016-02-25: Time to Go2016-02-2815 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: The Yellow WallpaperA restless woman is forced to live in a mysterious old house, where she discovers the horrors and the madness that can emerge from the most innocuous of patterns.2016-02-1932 minChatterbox Audio TheaterJourney_of_Truth_Education_Intro.mp32016-02-0116 minChatterbox Audio TheaterJourney_of_Truth_Clean_Edit.mp32016-02-0134 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterJourney of TruthSojourner Truth relates the formative memories and moments from her life, which put her on the path toward history. Vivid characters, surprising encounters, and inspiring moments of courage populate this one-woman show, written and performed by Jazmin Miller.2016-01-3156 minChatterbox Audio TheaterCOTA_2016-01-25.mp32016-01-3117 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Meridian 7-1212Various lives intertwine through the telephone time service in late-1930s New York. A recreation of an Old Time Radio broadcast originally aired on The Columbia Workshop on August 24, 1939.2016-01-1727 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterTheseus and the MinotaurAn Athenian prince and four of his countrymen are locked in a maze as a sacrifice to an unspeakable monster. But these sacrifices will not go quietly. A high-octane, adventure-style take on the iconic myth. Sponsored by The Levit Family.2016-01-0631 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterREPLAY: Partridge's Perfect PresentPartridge is leaving his pear tree to visit his family for the holidays. But before he arrives home, he is determined to find the perfect gift for his loving parents. On his journey, he'll meet several feathered friends who will help him find exactly what he's looking for. This interactive show was performed live at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art on December 12, 2010.2015-12-2025 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterSpoon River Anthology, Part 1The deceased residents of Spoon River, Illinois, reflect on their lives, recounting their stories from beyond the grave. Together, they paint a picture of a quintessential American town at the turn of the 20th century. Sponsored by Karen Strachan. Part 1 of 5.2015-11-3054 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Tell-Tale HeartHaunted by an old man's "evil eye," a woman commits a shocking act of violence. But although she conceals the crime, the old man's presence is not so easily forgotten. A classic tale of madness and murder from the great Edgar Allan Poe.2015-10-2523 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterMarjorie and the Magic WordsBookworm Marjorie is jealous of her sister's birthday present. So she travels through a series of great stories from classic literature in order to find the magic words that will help her. A family-friendly tale about the power of language and stories.2015-08-1835 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHalloween Show 2014Hungry demons, depraved murderers, lonesome spirits, vicious monsters, and other strange beings stalk this terrifying anthology show. These nine original tales were performed as a live broadcast on 91.1 WKNO-FM on October 31, 2014. Not for the faint of heart!2014-11-101h 27
Chatterbox Audio TheaterBathysphereTwo men, a scientist and a dictator, are sealed in a metal sphere and plunged into the ocean, hoping to break a record. What they discover in the depths will lead them into the depths of their own fears, hopes, and spirits. A timeless political thriller from radio playwright Arch Oboler, originally produced on November 18, 1939.2014-09-2929 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterGrimms' Fairy TalesThis energetic, family-friendly performance brings to life three tales of folklore collected by the Brothers Grimm: "The Old Woman in the Woods," "Little Red Cap," and "The Three Little Birds." Performed live at the Memphis Children's Theatre Festival on May 24, 2014, in collaboration with Theatre Memphis's ShoWagon.2014-08-2440 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterAlice in WonderlandYouth performers from the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center's TheatreKids program recreate Lewis Carroll's classic fantasy tale in this live production. Featuring commercial interludes written by the cast. Performed live on November 24, 2012.2014-01-2545 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Cabinet of Dr. Caligari - now available!We just released our live soundtrack to the classic horror film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Listen for details, and visit chatterboxtheater.org for the full production!2013-10-3000 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterLa ParureMathilde dreams of mingling with high society. When her husband secures an invitation to a ball, she finally gets the opportunity to live out that dream. But her taste of privilege -- and the borrowed necklace that enables her to look the part -- come at an enormous cost. Also available in French as "La Parure."2013-09-1819 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe NecklaceMathilde dreams of mingling with high society. When her husband secures an invitation to a ball, she finally gets the opportunity to live out that dream. But her taste of privilege -- and the borrowed necklace that enables her to look the part -- come at an enormous cost. Also available in French as "La Parure."2013-09-1821 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterOedipus the King, Act IIIThe king of Thebes investigates an act of violence that has angered the gods -- but the truth he uncovers threatens to destroy him. Chatterbox presents Sophocles' seminal tragedy in a contemporary translation by Ian Johnston. Act three of three.2013-03-1229 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterOedipus the King, Act IIThe king of Thebes investigates an act of violence that has angered the gods -- but the truth he uncovers threatens to destroy him. Chatterbox presents Sophocles' seminal tragedy in a contemporary translation by Ian Johnston. Act two of three.2013-02-1836 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterOedipus the King, Act IThe king of Thebes investigates an act of violence that has angered the gods -- but the truth he uncovers threatens to destroy him. Chatterbox presents Sophocles' seminal tragedy in a contemporary translation by Ian Johnston. Act one of three.2013-01-3036 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterRobots, Vampires, and SatellitesThis live performance, a collaboration with the Memphis Comic and Fantasy Convention and the Memphis College of Art, tells the story of a robot vampire and the unexpected friendship that helps him discover his true function. Featuring renowned voice actor Tom Kenny.2012-12-1623 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHalloween Show 2012Chatterbox's fifth annual Halloween broadcast on 91.1 WKNO FM looks back to highlights from the previous four years before offering a live performance of the brand-new tale "A Voice from the Woods."2012-11-0457 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterPrison StoriesRecorded in collaboration with Voices of the South, this performance piece is drawn from the writings of women incarcerated in the Shelby County Correctional Center. Their true stories provide a glimpse into the circumstances, actions, and emotions that make up their lives.2012-08-3048 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Human Experience 02: FearA series of confessional theater pieces asking people of various ages and backgrounds to share their views on a universal topic. This episode explores the many dimensions of fear. How do we cope with the most frightening aspects of our lives, our world, and ourselves?2012-08-051h 26
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Pied PiperThe adults in a small village are far too busy to spend time with their children. They're dealing with a whole range of problems, including a growing rat population. When a mysterious stranger arrives, he seems to offer the perfect solution. But things are not as they seem, and the stranger will ask the villagers to make a difficult decision. This interactive show was performed live at the Memphis Children's Theatre Festival on May 26, 2012.2012-06-3031 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Kallahoney Kids vs. the Shadow-MonstersA very nearly scary story with jazz, featuring The Lady Who Lives in the Curtains. Arthur, Maggie, and Conroy find themselves in a big, drafty house with their parents gone, a donut shop next door, and a radio that only plays jazz. What is the secret of the house, and of the mysterious shadows that snoop around at night? A fast-paced comic adventure for all ages.2012-06-3033 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterArgonautica, Part 2This live performance follows Jason and his heroic band of Argonauts on their quest to claim the golden fleece. Along the way, they will encounter powerful gods, fearsome warriors, nightmarish creatures, and other thrilling challenges. Part two of two.2012-04-1544 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterArgonautica, Part 1This live performance follows Jason and his heroic band of Argonauts on their quest to claim the golden fleece. Along the way, they will encounter powerful gods, fearsome warriors, nightmarish creatures, and other thrilling challenges. Part one of two.2012-02-2552 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterMeridian 7-1212Various lives intertwine through the telephone time service in late-1930s New York. A recreation of an Old Time Radio broadcast originally aired on The Columbia Workshop on August 24, 1939.2012-01-2224 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Shadow: The Little Man Who Wasn't ThereThe classic radio and pulp hero takes on his toughest case when a criminal learns the secret of invisibility. A recreation of an Old Time Radio broadcast originally aired on April 8, 1945.2011-12-1432 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHalloween Show 2011Chatterbox's fourth annual Halloween performance on 91.1 WKNO FM. This spine-chilling show features four original tales of horror that were performed live on the air: "Free Me," "Leila," "Food for Worms," and "Happy Harry."2011-11-1657 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterSight Gag 04: If You're Hearing This, Then I Must Be DeadThree guys in a surrealist bar, a post-apocalyptic stand-up set, and the return of the Evil Genius: All are featured in the fourth show by Sight Gag, Chatterbox's own sketch comedy group! Recorded live at TheatreSouth on September 25, 2010.2011-09-2148 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterFeathertopIn this "moralized fable" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, a witch is so proud of the scarecrow she builds that she decides to bring it to life. Disguising her creation as a gentleman, she sends him out into the world to make mischief. Will he be able to pass unnoticed among the other "empty-headed" people in the town?2011-08-0432 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Bremen Town MusiciansA donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster team up to create a rockin' musical quartet. They set off for the big city in search of fame and fortune -- and find some surprises along the way. Performed live (with help from the audience) at the Memphis Children's Theatre Festival on May 28, 2011.2011-06-2930 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterMarkheimIn this Robert Louis Stevenson tale, a suspicious, erratic man visits an antique shop on Christmas Day. There, his desperate actions will bring him face to face with a mysterious visitor who seems to know his every thought -- and who will ask him to make an eternally binding choice.2011-06-0326 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Human Experience 01: LoveA series of confessional theater pieces asking people of various ages and backgrounds to share their views on a universal topic. This episode explores love in all its complexity, excitement, messiness, and poignancy.2011-02-141h 20
Chatterbox Audio TheaterSight Gag 03: Nobody Beats Our PricesA vanishing baby, an ode to Facebook stalking, and a dead dog named Mecal Fatter: Sight Gag returns in a big way with this sketch comedy show, recorded live at TheatreSouth on September 25, 2010.2011-02-0151 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterPartridge's Perfect PresentPartridge is leaving his pear tree to visit his family for the holidays. But before he arrives home, he is determined to find the perfect gift for his loving parents. On his journey, he'll meet several feathered friends who will help him find exactly what he's looking for. This interactive show was performed live at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art on December 12, 2010.2010-12-2321 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHalloween Show 2010Chatterbox's third annual Halloween performance on 91.1 WKNO FM. This terrifying production features five original tales of horror, all performed and broadcast live.2010-11-0657 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterPinocchio, Book 3: Fathers and SonsThe classic tale reimagined for adults. A widowed carpenter pours his grief into the crafting of a marionette, who is soon lost in a seductive, dangerous world. Book Three of Three.2010-10-271h 25
Chatterbox Audio TheaterPinocchio, Book 2: The Devil You KnowThe classic tale reimagined for adults. A widowed carpenter pours his grief into the crafting of a marionette, who is soon lost in a seductive, dangerous world. Book Two of Three.2010-09-291h 12
Chatterbox Audio TheaterPinocchio, Book 1: Between God and EvilThe classic tale reimagined for adults. A widowed carpenter pours his grief into the crafting of a marionette, who is soon lost in a seductive, dangerous world. Book One of Three.2010-08-301h 23
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Shepherd of CloudsThe hapless Giles stumbles onto the home of the Shepherd of Clouds, who is responsible for creating and controlling the weather. The powerful Shepherd decides to keep Giles as his servant. Will Giles be able to escape in time to save his wife and his village from an invading army? This interactive show was performed live at the Memphis Children's Theatre Festival on May 29, 2010.2010-07-0630 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterMoon-FaceJohn Claverhouse's strange appearance and grating laugh are enough to get under anyone's skin. But how far will his neighbor go in order to get rid of the jolly, moon-faced man? A surprising and darkly comic tale from Jack London.2010-04-1816 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterMythologia, Episode 03: The Aesir and the Building of the WallIn this Norse myth, Odin and his family create a home for themselves in Asgard. But to keep themselves safe, they'll need to build a wall -- a wall that can only be built by magic, and whose construction comes at a great price.2010-03-0425 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterSnow Globe, Act TwoA Christmas fable for grownups. An estranged daughter returns home on Christmas Eve after discovering what she believes to be a message from beyond. Act two of two.2010-02-0437 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterSnow Globe, Act OneA Christmas fable for grownups. An estranged daughter returns home on Christmas Eve after discovering what she believes to be a message from beyond. Act one of two.2010-01-0531 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterKing MeTwo men sit in a rented room, waiting. One is calm, the other nervous. To pass the time, the men play a game of checkers -- and the stakes are much higher than they first appear. A Chatterbox original.2009-12-0112 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterThe Separate SelfA man comes to believe that he possesses extraordinary powers -- powers that he can only activate by putting himself in harm's way. But what will happen when he decides to test his theory? A Chatterbox original.2009-12-0120 min
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHalloween Show 2009, Part 2Chatterbox's second annual live Halloween performance on 91.1 WKNO FM. The second half of this terrifying anthology show features the stories "Silent Retreat," "Hypnosis," "The Damned Thing," and "The Thing on the Fourble Board."2009-11-061h 09
Chatterbox Audio TheaterHalloween Show 2009, Part 1Chatterbox's second annual live Halloween performance on 91.1 WKNO FM. The first half of this terrifying anthology show features the stories "In the Rainbow Room," "Boil," and "The Download."2009-11-0651 min