New full-cast production from The Online Stage

 

I was very happy to be a part of this full-cast production as a member of The Online Stage. I play the narrator in The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting. 

"The Story of Dr. Dolittle by Hugh Lofting presented by The Online Stage.

Meet the kind-hearted Doctor Dolittle, a country physician who learns to speak with animals and sets sail on an extraordinary journey filled with exotic creatures, daring rescues, and heartwarming friendships. This classic tale invites listeners of all ages into a world where compassion and curiosity for all creatures can bridge every divide. Perfect for young listeners and nostalgic adults alike, The Story of Doctor Dolittle remains a magical celebration of understanding the natural world.

Cast:

Narrator - Lee Ann Howlett

Dr Dolittle - Jeff Moon

Jip - Bradford Camp

Polynesia - Anna Grace

Chee Chee - Isabelle Friday

Gub Gub - Andy Harrington

Dab Dab - Shaina Summerville

Matthew Mugg - Josh Innerst

Sarah Dolittle - Erin Grassie

Boy - Stephen Indrisano

Big Rat - Kyle Bonn

King - Caleb Summers

Prince Bumpo - Jon Bolitho-Jones

Big Monkey - Scott R. McKinley

Pushmi Pullyu - Alyssa Petrey

Ali - Rob Goll"

 

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here.  

New full-cast production from The Online Stage now on Audible

 

I was very happy to take part in this group project as a member of The Online Stage! David Stifel and Josh Innerst voiced the main characters of Dante and Virgil while the rest of us claimed the smaller roles for The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri.  

"The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, translated by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, presented by The Online Stage.

Welcome to Dante's The Divine Comedy, the ultimate journey to Paradise. Follow Italian writer and philosopher Dante Alighieri and his guide, the poet Virgil, through each circle of hell, over the mountain of Purgatory, and ultimately to Paradise, to be reunited with his beloved Beatrice. Dante meets many familiar faces among the sinners and the saved and learns many things of value throughout his long, dangerous journey.

Cast:

Dante - Josh Innerst

Virgil - David Stifel

Other Voices - Anna Grace, Erin Grassie, Marcia Dunbar, Chris Marcellus, Merete Mohs, Ted Wenskus, Trisha Rose, John Burlinson, Andy Harrington, Hann Lightwood, Rob Goll, Ron Altman, Alyssa Petrey, Andrew Coleman, Tyler Hyrchuk, Russell Gold, P. J. Morgan, Stephen Indrisano, Lee Ann Howlett, Jeff Moon, Rosie O'Toole, Marty Krz, J.D. Sutter, Ariana Mertz, Linda Barrans, and Grace Keller Scotch."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the recording, head to Audible here. 

Classic recording from The Online Stage

 

I had the pleasure of playing several small roles as a member of The Online Stage in their production of The Iliad & The Odyssey by Homer. This was a massive undertaking but it was great to be a part of it.

"The Iliad, set 9 years into the Trojan War, tells the story of the wrath of Achilles. The Odyssey tells the story of Odysseus as he wearily travels home from the war. The two epics provide the basis of Greek education and culture in the classical age. They have long remained among the most significant poems of European tradition. Produced here in full cast arrangement and narrated by Rob Goll, one can experience these age-old stories in a brand new way.

Featuring the voices of Rob Goll, Lance Rasmussen, Josh Innerst, Tyler Hyrchuk, Amanda Friday, Anna Grace, David Stifel, Jeff Moon, John Burlinson, Ted Wenskus, Lee Ann Howlett, Tom Saer, Nik Sliwerski, Marty Krz, Andy Harrington, Trisha Rose, Bob Gonzalez, Sydnee Fullmer, Stephen Indrisano, Lillian Rachel, Tomas Peter, Chris Marcellus, Russell Gold, Merete Mohs, Tim Sailer, Erin Grassie, Linda Barrans, Elizabeth Klett, Grace Keller Scotch, Ron Altman, Max Gallo, Andrew Coleman, Alan Weyman, and Michelle Marie.

This production is based on the prose translation by Samuel Butler."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here.

Another full-cast production of a classic from The Online Stage

I was very happy to be the voice of the narrator in the final book of the Little Women series for The Online Stage.  Jo's Boys by Louisa May Alcott is a full-cast production. 

"As the curtain falls on the March family's tale, we revisit the Plumfield clan 10 years later, all grown up and finding their way through life's adventures and misadventures.  

Simmering romances blossom for some while the bravery and strength of others are tested. Through it all, Jo and Professor Bhaer desperately hope they have done their duty in raising up good citizens of the world with dreams, passions, empathy, and intelligence. 

Alcott shines once again with her ability to write human emotion through real-world scenarios that are still relevant today."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here.

New full-cast production from The Online Stage on Audible!

We all had so much fun recording this project as members of The Online Stage!  Getting to play multiple parts is always a blast.  The Beloved Tales of Beatrix Potter by Beatrix Potter is now on Audible.

Pull up a chair, snuggle under your favorite blanket, gather the kids, and enjoy the charming stories you know and love. This multicast production brings to life all your favorites!

This collection includes 19 stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tailor of Gloucester, The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, The Tale of Two Bad Mice, The Tale of Mrs. Tiggly-Winkle, The Pie and Patty-Pan, The Tale of Jeremy Fisher, The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit, The Story of Miss Moppet, The Tale of Tom Kitten, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck, The Roly-Poly Pudding, The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies, The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse, The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes, The Tale of Mr. Tod, The Tale of Pigling Bland, and Ginger and Pickles.

Cast:

• Michelle Marie
• Sara Morsey
• John Burlinson
• Chris Marcellus
• Nancy German
• Ted Wenskus
• Lee Ann Howlett
• Lillian Rachel
• Rob Goll
• Anna Grace
• Jonah VanderLugt
• Russell Gold
• Miranda Hodges
• Boone VanderLugt
• Josh Innerst
• Elizabeth Klett
• Isabelle Friday
• Jennie VanderLugt
• Shirley Savage
• Jeff Moon
• Jennifer Fournier
• Ella Lynch
• Tyler Hyrchuk
• Liz Blackett
• Andy Harrington
• Trisha Rose

To listen to the sample and or purchase the book, head to Audible here.

A new solo by me and another full-cast production from The Online Stage!

My latest solo recording went on sale recently on Audible.  A terrific biography by Victoria Amador:  Olivia de Havilland: Lady Triumphant was produced via University Press Audiobooks.

"Legendary actress and two-time Academy Award winner Olivia de Havilland is best known for her role as Melanie Wilkes in Gone with the Wind (1939). She often inhabited characters who were delicate, elegant, and refined. At the same time, she was a survivor with a fierce desire to direct her own destiny on and off the screen. She fought and won a lawsuit against Warner Bros. over a contract dispute that changed the studio contract system forever. She is also noted for her long feud with her fellow actress and sister Joan Fontaine, a feud that lasted from 1975 until Fontaine's death in 2013.

Victoria Amador utilizes extensive interviews and 40 years of personal correspondence with de Havilland to present an in-depth look at the life and career of this celebrated actress. Amador begins with de Havilland's early life; she was born in Japan in 1916 to affluent British parents who had aspirations of success and fortune in faraway countries, and her theatrical ambitions began at a young age. The book then follows her career as she skyrocketed to star status, becoming one of the most well-known starlets in Tinseltown. Listeners are given an inside look at her love affairs with iconic cinema figures such as James Stewart and John Huston and her onscreen partnership with Errol Flynn. de Havilland became the first woman to serve as the president of the Cannes Film Festival in 1965 and remained active but selective in film and television until 1988."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here.  

 

The Online Stage has been very busy, too!  I played one of the Furies in this production of Blood Guilt: Orestes on Trial adapted by Tampa's own Bob Gonzalez.  It's always fun when you're encouraged to scream your head off in a performance!

"Blood Guilt: Orestes on Trial freely adapted by Bob Gonzalez from The Oresteia by Aeschylus

Performed by The Online Stage

A modern adaptation of The Oresteia of Aeschylus, the only surviving ancient Athenian trilogy. Across three plays, Greece's first major playwright tells the story of the cursed House of Atreus, where the bloody sins of the family's ancestors are visited upon four succeeding generations. After a series of horrific past crimes by his ancestors, Orestes is driven to matricide and for that is relentlessly pursued by the Furies, underworld demons intent on revenging the spirit of his mother. He flees Argos for sanctuary at Athens, where the city's patron goddess, Athena, decides to establish the first tribunal - a human jury. Apollo, the god of Truth, defends Orestes against the vengeful Furies. Faithful to the spirit of the original, this two-act version offers a contemporary perspective on the dilemma of conflicted loyalties."

To listen to the sample or purchase this one, head to Audible here.

Another classic production from The Online Stage!

I love the opportunity to play various roles in productions as a member of The Online Stage!  Here's the newest audio from us now on Audible: One Act Plays by Susan Glaspell.

"A collection of one-acts by the Pulitzer-winning playwright, including Close the Book, Suppressed Desires, Tickless Time, Woman's Honor, The People, and Trifles. 

Featuring the voices of Leanne Yau, Michelle Marie, Maureen Boutilier, Jennifer Fournier, Lee Ann Howlett, Ted Wenskus, Ken Foster, Amanda Friday, Larry Wilson, Alexa Sheppard, Marty Krz, Joseph Tabler, Ron Altman, Jeff Moon, Chris Marcellus, Mark Crowle-Groves, John Burlinson, Andy Harrington, and Denis Daly."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here. 

Two new productions from The Online Stage!

I participated in two new productions, now available on Audible, as a member of The Online Stage.  First up is another book in the Anne of Green Gables series called Rainbow Valley by L.M. Montgomery.

I played the roles of Aunt Martha and Mrs. Alec Davis.  This is the seventh book in the series.

"Rainbow Valley was written in 1919 by L. M. Montgomery for the series that began with Anne of Green Gables. Anne and Gilbert's children are growing up! Their new friends, the Merediths, live in the Manse nearby. When the Merediths aren't playing in the graveyard or riding pigs through town, they meet up with the Blythes to play, fish, and study insects in Rainbow Valley!"

You can listen to the sample and/or purchase the book on Audible here. 

 

The second production is by Oscar Wilde and is called A House of Pomegranates: Four Fairy Tales.  I played a role in the story, "The Birthday of the Infanta."

"A House of Pomegranates (1891) is a collection of four fairy tales by Oscar Wilde: "The Young King," "The Birthday of the Infanta," "The Fisherman and His Soul," and "The Star Child." These magical, beautiful, tragic, and cynical tales will charm listeners of any age. Narrated by Noel Badrian, and performed by a full cast.

Featuring the voices of Noel Badrian, Craig Franklin, Chris Marcellus, Lucy Peterson, Elizabeth Klett, Ron Altman, Miranda Hodges, John Burlinson, Denis Daly, Jennifer Fournier, Amanda Friday, Nancy German, Anna Grace, Erin Grassie, Lee Ann Howlett, Tyler Hyrchuk, Susan Iannucci, Michelle Marie, Nancy Peterson, David Prickett, Trisha Rose, Shirley Savage, Grace Keller Scotch, Joe Tabler, Mike Vendetti, Alan Weyman, and Larry Wilson."

You can listen to the sample and/or purchase this book from Audible here.

 

A Western Romance and a Children's Classic

Two new releases on Audible since I last posted!  First up is a sweet historical western romance by Davalynn Spencer called Snow Angel: A Romantic Christmas Novella.

"As a child, she lost something precious at Christmas. Twenty years later, she's about to lose her heart.

Lena Carver works as her physician brother’s medical assistant, housekeeper, and cook despite her disfigurement from a childhood accident. Each year, the Christmas holidays come with contradictions - cherished memories of a mysterious encounter and painful recollections of a great loss. Lena lives with the belief that she is beyond love’s reach, until a dark-eyed cowboy arrives broken, bruised, and bent on changing her mind.

Wil Bergman wakes in a stranger’s home with a busted leg, a bullet-creased scalp, and no horse. Trail-weary, robbed, and penniless, his dreams and plans for a future are suddenly unattainable. Forced to recuperate in the home of a country doctor, he finds himself at the mercy of a surgeon whose sister’s healing touch has power to stitch up his lonely heart and open his eyes to the impossible."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase this book, head to Audible here.

Next up is another full-cast production from The Online Stage.  This one is the children's classic Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi.  I played two small roles in this one.  As always, these are a lot of fun.


"Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi
Translated from the Italian by Carol Della Chiesa
Presented by The Online Stage
Carlo Collodi's whimsical recasting of the myth of Pygmalion and Galatea was first published in 1883 and has since become an established classic of children's literature. Geppetto, a poor wood carver, receives a piece of wood from which he carves a marionette. Much to his surprise, the puppet springs to life and embarks on a wild series of adventures.
Cast
Narrator - Michelle Marie
Pinocchio - Becca Maggie
Geppetto - Denis Daly
The Fairy - Amanda Friday
Also featuring the voices of Andrew Coleman, Andy Harrington, Ben Lindsey-Clark, Ben Stevens, Chyanne Donnell, Craig Franklin, Elizabeth Chambers, Erin Grassie, Grace Garrett, Griffin Johnson, Isabelle Friday, Jeff Moon, John Burlinson, Joseph Tabler, Larry Wilson, Leanne Yau, Lee Ann Howlett, Marty Krz, Peter Tucker, Phil Benson, Rob Goll, Russell Gold, Sara Sheckells and Susan Iannucci."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase this book, head to the Audible link here.

New classic recordings now on Audible!

My two latest recordings went on sale on Audible today.  The first one is a three narrator production of A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle.  I performed the voices of the American characters.  Very happy to be a part of Voices of Today.

From Audible:

"A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

Narrated by Linda Barrans, Cate Barratt, and Lee Ann Howlett.

Consulting detective Sherlock Holmes is first introduced to the reading and listening public in A Study in Scarlet, along with his soon-to-be fellow sleuth Dr. John Watson. First published in 1887, the novel is one of only four full-length works by the author in his original canon of Holmes cases. The murders in question are committed in London, but the actions leading up to them were perpetrated in America, calling for a transcontinental narration of this most interesting story."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here.

Next up is a full-cast production from The Online Stage.   I play the narrator in Little Men by Louisa May Alcott.  This is our second production in the beloved series by Alcott.  It follows book one  --  Little Women.


"Published in 1871, Little Men is a sequel to the novel, Little Women. It tells the continuing story of Jo March, who has married Professor Bhaer, with whom she now runs a small school.   
Cast
Narrator: Lee Ann Howlett
Ragged Boy/Nat/Uncle Teddy: Andy Harrington
John/Emil/Comodore/Silas/Peter: Jeff Moon
Servant maid/Mary Ann/Nan: Leanne Yau 
Tommy Bangs/Dick/Nursey/Asia/Meg: P J Morgan
Demi/Kitty Mouse: Arielle Lipshaw
Daisy/Sally/Adolphus/Dolly: Tiffany Halla Colonna
Jo/Rob: Amanda Friday
Mr Bhaer: Ben Lindsey-Clark
Franz/Jack: Ted Wenskus
Stuffy/George: Tomas Peter
Ned: Anastasia Durning
Teddy/Amy: Becca Maggie
Dan/Billy: Maureen Boutilier
Little Bess: Miranda Hodges
Dr Firth/Mr Roberts/Grandpa/Mr Hyde: Ben Stevens 

Audio edited by Libby Stephenson."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here. 


 

A new charity project from The Online Stage!

I was very happy to play a small role in this new production as a member of The Online Stage!  Little Lord Fauntleroy by Frances Hodgson Burnett features a full-cast and was just released on Audible:

"Little Lord Fauntleroy by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Presented by the Online Stage.

Frances Hodgson Burnett's heartwarming novel about an idealistic and impoverished American child who unexpectedly finds himself transplanted into the English aristocracy has long been considered a true classic of children's fiction. 

Young Cedric lives with his widowed mother in New York. His late father was a British earl who had been disowned by his father for marrying an American. As all of the earl of Dorincourt's sons have now died, he begrudgingly looks to Cedric as his sole heir. While the earl soon comes to love the endearing little Cedric, conflict arises when a strange woman appears on the scene and insists that her son is the true heir.

Cast:

• Narrator - Christianne Lupher 
• Cedric - Miranda Hodges 
• Mrs. Errol - Maureen Boutilier 
• Mr. Hobbs - Marty Krz 
• Mr. Havisham - Ron Altman 
• Earl of Dorincourt - Denis Daly 
• Dick - Ben Stevens 

Additional voices provided by Sarah Bacaller, Lee Ann Howlett, Susan Iannucci, Nancy German, P J Morgan, Alan Weyman, Danielle Cohen, Jeff Moon, Phil Benson, Sarah Mitchell, Leanne Yau, Andy Harrington, Andrew Coleman, Ken Foster, and Elizabeth Klett.

Audio edited by Amanda Friday, Elizabeth Klett, and Denis Daly.

 

Public Domain (P)2019 The Online Stage."

 

All proceeds from the sale of this audiobook will go to COPS, Concerns of Police Survivors, to help those left behind from police line of duty deaths.

 

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here. 

Full-cast production of a children's classic from The Online Stage!

Being a part of this production was so much fun!  Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling was just released on Audible.  Brought to you by The Online Stage -- of which I'm proud to be a member -- and produced in cooperation with Spoken Realms.  I play the role of Teshumai, mother of Taffy.

Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling. Kipling's delightful collection of imaginative tales about natural history has captivated children and adults alike since its publication in 1902. Here the stories are presented in dramatic format by members of The Online Stage:

1. "How the Whale Got His Throat"
2. "How the Camel Got His Hump"
3. "How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin"
4. "How the Leopard Got His Spots"
5. "The Elephant's Child"
6. "The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo"
7. "The Beginning of the Armadillos"
8. "How the First Letter Was Written"
9. "How the Alphabet Was Made"
10. "The Crab That Played with the Sea"
11. "The Cat That Walked by Himself"
12. "The Butterfly That Stamped"
13. "The Tabu Tale"

Featuring the voices of Alan Weyman, Amanda Friday, Andy Harrington, Ben Stevens, Christianne Lupher, Chyanne Donnell, Denis Daly, Elizabeth Chambers, Jeff Moon, Jennifer Fournier, John Burlinson, K.G. Cross, Larry Wilson, Leanne Yau, Lee Ann Howlett, Marty Krz, Maureen Boutilier, Michelle Marie, Nancy German, Noel Badrian, P.J. Morgan, Ron Altman, Sarah Bacaller, Susan Iannucci, and Ted Wenskus. Music excerpts from Scenes from Childhood and Novelleten by Robert Schumann. Audio edited by Denis Daly.

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here. 

A Full-Cast Children's Classic from The Online Stage

I was happy to play the role of Mrs. Hale in the children's classic, Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery.  This story never gets old.  Produced in cooperation with Spoken Realms.


The always delightful and entertaining classic Anne of Green Gables is performed by actors from The Online Stage! Written in 1908, for all ages, by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. She published as L. M. Montgomery. 

Anne Shirley is an 11-year-old orphan adopted by a middle-aged brother and sister, Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert. They had wanted to adopt a boy to help with their farm on Prince Edward Island in the fictional town of Avonlea. Matthew persuades Marilla to give Anne a chance. Anne is a handful, and they fall in love with her.

The sequels will follow Anne as she grows up under their care for her.

Cast:

Narrator - Susan Iannucci
Anne Shirley - Amanda Friday
Marilla Cuthbert - Elizabeth Klett
Flora Jane Spencer, Dianna Barry, Miss Stacy - Tiffany Halla Colonna
Mrs. Rachel Lynde, Josie Pie, Miss Lucilla Harris - Maureen Boutilier
Matthew Cuthbert - Ron Altman
Gilbert Blythe, Stationmaster, Jimmy Glover, somebody - Ted Wenskus
Ruby Gillis, Carrie Sloane - Becca Maggie
Mr. Phillips, Doctor, Moody Spurgeon - Jeff Moon
Mrs. Barry - Lee Ann Howlett
Mrs. Peter Blewett, Aunt Josephine Barry, a stout lady - Marie Hoffman
Mrs. Spencer, Mrs Allan, Jane Andrews - PJ Morgan

Production and audio editing by Susan Iannucci

The Online Stage is a collective of narrators and actors who have come together to create high-quality productions of classic dramatic works in audio format.

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here. 

A new free production from The Online Stage!

The Online Stage just released another free production via the Internet Archive.  This is a one-act play called Trifles by Susan Glaspell.  I play Mrs. Hart.

John Wright has been found dead in his bed, with a rope around his neck.  His widow admits that she was sleeping in the same bed, but claims to have slept through the whole incident.  Will the canny county attorney be able to work out what really happened?

You can stream/download the play by heading over to here.  For a list of all free productions from The Online Stage, check here. 

A Free Classic from The Online Stage!

I had the pleasure of playing the part of the Nurse of Ksenia in Boris Godunov by Aleksander Pushkin.  This is the latest production to be added to the Internet Archive page of The Online Stage.  Being a part of this group has enabled me to push myself in voice acting in new ways.  The Online Stage has a pretty healthy catalog of productions available for free listening via the Internet Archive.

Boris Godunov

A Drama in Verse

By Alexander Pushkin

Rendered into English verse by Alfred Hayes

Presented by The Online Stage

In January of 1598, Feodor (Fyodor) I, the heir to Ivan the Terrible, died at the age of 40 and with him ended the Rurik Dynasty in Russia.  Feodor’s death came seven years after his half-brother Dmitry of Uglich died at the age of nine under mysterious circumstances from a stab wound to the throat.

During Feodor’s reign, Boris Godunov, Feodor’s brother-in-law, essentially ruled the country.  After Feodor's death Boris was crowned the tsar of all Russia.  The country then plunged into what was later called “Time of Troubles”, marked by famine, plague, political intrigue, and general disorder and unrest.

Pushkin’s poetic drama takes us back to the beginning of Time of Troubles and the appearance of the first pretender to the throne, who claimed to be the miraculously surviving tsarevich Dmitry (Dmitry).  The true identity of the “False Dimitry” is not clear.

This recording is of the English translation of “Boris Godunov” by Alfred Hayes.  The text keeps to the rhythm of Pushkin’s original blank verse very closely.  It also includes scenes (“Fence of the Monastery”, “Mnishek in Sambor”) that are usually omitted from the printed original editions.

Pushkin’s drama was later remodeled by Mussorgsky into a musical presentation, which is now considered one of the greatest of all Russian operas.

Cast

BORIS GODUNOV, afterwards Tsar – David Stifel

PRINCE SHUISKY, Russian noble – Tovarisch

PRINCE VOROTINSKY, Russian noble – Mark Crowle-Groves

SHCHELKALOV, Russian Minister of State – Bob Neufeld

FATHER PIMEN, an old monk and chronicler – Joseph Tabler

GREGORY OTREPIEV, a young monk, afterwards Dmitry, the Pretender to the throne of Russia – Tomas Peter

THE PATRIARCH, Abbot of the Chudov Monastery – John Burlinson

MISSAIL, wandering friar – Peter Tucker

VARLAAM, wandering friar – Denis Daly

ATHANASIUS MIKAILOVICH PUSHKIN, friend of Prince Shuisky – David Prickett

FEODOR, young son of Boris Godunov – Jeff Moon

SEMYON NIKITICH GODUNOV, secret agent of Boris Godunov – Ben Stevens

GABRIEL PUSHKIN, nephew of A. M. Pushkin – David Prickett

PRINCE KURBSKY, disgraced Russian noble – Ted Wenskus 

KHRUSHCHOV, disgraced Russian noble – Ron Altman

KARELA, a Cossack – Joseph Tabler

PRINCE VISHNEVETSKY – Russell Gold

MNISHEK, Governor of Sambor – Noel Badrian

BASMANOV, a Russian officer – Marty Kryz

MARZHERET, officer of the Pretender – Cate Barratt

ROZEN, officer of the Pretender – Bob Neufeld

MOSALSKY, a Boyar – Andy Harrington

KSENIA, daughter of Boris Godunov – Leanne Yau

NURSE of Ksenia – Lee Ann Howlett

MARINA, daughter of Mnishek – Grace Garrett

ROUZYA, nurse of Ksenia – Susan Iannucci

HOSTESS of tavern – Cate Barratt

Also featuring the voices of Amanda Friday, Alan Weyman, Jennifer Fournier, Phil Benson, Andrew Coleman, Craig Franklin, and Brett Downey.

Stage directions read by Linda Barrans

Music 

Excerpts from Pictures from an Exhibition by Modest Mussorgsky

Performed by the New Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by Leopold Stokowski

Recording published by the Internet Archive

Polonaise, from Christmas Eve by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakoff

Performed by the US Air Force Band

Recording published by musopen.org

Audio edited by Denis Daly

This recording may be freely downloaded and distributed, as long as the Online Stage is credited as the author.  It may not be used for commercial purposes or distributed in an edited or remixed form.

The Online Stage is a collective of narrators and actors who have come together to create premium quality recordings of dramatic works in audio format. For more information about our productions please visit The Online Stage.

You can hear the entire recording here.

A bit of Oscar Wilde from The Online Stage

As a member of The Online Stage, I was very happy to play a part in our latest production for charity.  Nothing like a little Oscar Wilde to ring in the New Year!  The Online Stage will be donating its royalties from the sale of this audiobook to All Hands Volunteers, a non-profit organization that addresses the immediate and long-term needs of communities impacted by natural disasters. 


This beautiful collection contains five fairy tales by the celebrated British writer Oscar Wilde: "The Happy Prince", "The Nightingale and the Rose", "The Selfish Giant", "The Devoted Friend", and "The Remarkable Rocket." These timeless tales are performed by a full cast, and will delight listeners of all ages with their whimsical characters, moving situations, and touches of ironic humor.

Presented by The Online Stage

Narration by Noel Badrian

Also featuring the voices of Peter Tucker, Sara Morsey, Andrew Coleman, Miranda Hodges, Joseph Tabler, Russell Gold, Lee Ann Howlett, Craig Franklin, Andy Harrington, K.G. Cross, John Burlinson, Grace Keller Scotch, Ted Wenskus, Andrew Coleman, Leanne Yau, Denis Daly, Jeff Moon, David Prickett, Cate Barratt, Elizabeth Klett, Sara Morsey, Susan Iannucci, Linda Barrans, Ron Altman, Amanda Friday, Marty Krz, Chris Marcellus, Becca Maggie and Alan Weyman.

Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett.

To listen to the sample and/or purchase, head to Audible here.

Another full-cast production from The Online Stage on Audible!

I was privileged to play a small role in the latest production from The Online Stage in cooperation with Spoken Realms.  Abraham Lincoln by John Drinkwater is now available on Audible.  I play the role of Mrs. Otherly along with another unnamed woman.

"In survey after survey, Abraham Lincoln is universally ranked as the greatest of America's presidents, setting standards for honesty, courage, compassion and ethical responsibility. John Drinkwater's play was the British poet's first theatrical success, opening in England in 1918 to surprising acclaim and making its way to Broadway in 1919, to even stronger public enthusiasm. It was produced on radio by Orson Wells on August 15, 1938, on his program, The Mercury Theater on the Air. In 1924, a two-reel film version of the play was distributed nationwide, one of the very first sound films, and on May 26, 1952, the play was presented on television on the anthology series Studio One, with film icon James Dean in a very noticeable supporting role.

After a brief poetic prologue, the play depicts six scenes from Lincoln's life that illustrate key aspects of his remarkable character:

• His acceptance of the Republican nomination for President
• The outbreak of hostilities at Fort Sumter
• Discussions with three very different individuals about the conduct of the war
• The emancipation proclamation
• The surrender at Appomattox
• The assassination at Ford's Theater

Featuring Ben Stevens as Abraham Lincoln. Additional voices provided by Andrew Coleman, Linda Barrans, Larry Wilson, Ron Altman, Libby Stevenson, Jennifer Fournier, Peter Tucker, Andy Harrington, Joseph Tabler, Marty Kris, Jeff Moon, Russell Gold, Ted Wenskus, Richard Andrews, Nancy German, Lee Ann Howlett, and John Burlinson. Audio edited by John Burlinson."

To listen to a sample and/or purchase the recording, head to Audible here. 

Full-cast production of Little Women now available on Audible!

The cast of The Online Stage is proud to present our full-cast production of the beloved classic Little Women by Louisa May Alcott.  I was thrilled to play the role of the narrator.  This recording was produced via Spoken Realms.

"First published in 1869, Little Women is the story of four sisters growing up against the background of the American Civil War. Alcott wrote the book at the urging of the publisher, Thomas Niles, who was seeking a story about girls that would have popular appeal. Although it was commenced essentially as a children's book, it developed into something of a bildungsroman, which touches on more serious issues such as the difficulties faced by single-parent families, the death of a sibling, and fractured relationships.

The book was an immediate success at publication and has become a classic of young adult fiction. It has been adapted numerous times for presentation both on stage and on film.

Presented by the Online Stage. Narration by Lee Ann Howlett. Also featuring the voices of Amanda Friday, PJ Morgan, Tiffany Halla Colonna, Becca Maggie, Elizabeth Klett, Andy Harrington, Ron Altman, Ben Lindsey-Clark, Glenn Hascall, Nancy German, Maureen Boutilier, Jeff Moon, Jennifer Fournier, Miranda Hodges, Izzy Lindsey-Clark, Rebecca Thomas, Brett Downey, Sarah Hulslander, Chris Marcellus, Leanne Yau, Cate Barratt, Libby Stephenson, Marty Krz, and David Prickett. Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett and Michele Eaton."

To listen to the sample and/or purchase the book, head to Audible here.

New Full-Cast Production of a Classic from The Online Stage

Another full-cast production of a classic is now available on Audible from The Online Stage.

Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll continues the adventures of 7-year old Alice and the many creatures she meets via the looking glass.  I play the parts of Haigha, the Beetle, and the First Daisy.  So much fun!

"Lewis Carroll's delightful sequel to Alice in Wonderland finds seven-year-old Alice off on another exciting adventure into Looking-Glass World. On her journey, she meets life-size chess pieces, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, Humpty Dumpty, and a host of fairy-tale creatures.

Performed by a splendid cast, this Online Stage production will charm listeners of all ages.

Narration by Noel Badrian.
Featuring Miranda Hodges as Alice.

Also featuring the voices of Linda Barrans, John Burlinson, Elizabeth Chambers, Denis Daly, Brett Downey, Michele Eaton, Jennifer Fournier, Amanda Friday, KG Cross, Bob Gonzalez, Andy Harrington, Marie Hoffman, Lee Ann Howlett, Kalynda, Elizabeth Klett, Arielle Lipshaw, Ben Stevens, Joseph Tabler, and Alan Weyman."

This is another charity project from The Online Stage.  All proceeds from the sales of this audiobook will be donated to Action Against Hunger, an organization that saves the lives of severely malnourished children while helping vulnerable communities become self-sufficient.

To listen to a sample and/or purchase head to Audible here.

A New Free Production from The Online Stage on The Internet Archive!

A new free production from The Online Stage just went live on The Internet Archive.  The Riding to Lithend by Gordon Bottomley is a one-act play in which I got to play an old hag named Jofrid.  As usual, this was a full-cast production and we had a lot of fun with the various parts.  The story is set in Iceland in the 10th century A.D.

The play is hosted on The Internet Archive and can be streamed or downloaded from here.