Episode 291: Luke Barton as Sherlock Holmes

“quick insight into character” [BERY]  As Americans, it is always a joy to meet an Englishman, and doubly so if he portrays Sherlock Holmes. Luke Barton has done that not only on stage but in audiobooks as well.Our conversation with Luke explores how he has prepared for his many appearances as Holmes on stage — including one production in which he alternated the roles of Holmes and Watson. His insights into the deeper aspects of the detective are admirable, and his skill is evident.We have Sherlockian news, Madeline Quinones' segment "A Chance of Listening," and a special comedy feature feature written by our own Erik Deckers. Oh, and of course the Canonical Couplet quiz. The winner, chosen at random from all correct answers, will receive a piece of Sherlockiana from our vaults, Send your answer to comment @ ihearofsherlock .com by July 29, 2024 at 11:59 a.m. EDT. All listeners are eligible to play.And for supporters of the show, we have some bonus material in the form of more conversation with Luke.If you become a supporter of the show, not only will you help to ensure we can keep doing what we do, covering file hosting costs, production, and transcription services, but we have thank-you gifts at certain tiers and ad-free versions of the episodes for all patrons.Become a Patron!Download [Save As] | File size: 97.5 MB, 1:11:03Listen to I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere anywhereSponsorsMX Publishing has a number of new publications out this summer. Don't wait to check them out!Would you care to advertise with us? You can find more information here. Let's chat!LinksLuke Barton (Spotlight)Pride and Prejudice at Jermyn Street TheatreBlackeyed TheatreSome of Nick's audiobook narration:Jeremy Brett IS Sherlock Holmes by Maureen WhittakerLarceny in the Sky with Diamonds by David MarcumThe Further Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes by Caiden Cooper MylesNews stories:Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - 2B at Cape May Stage July 17 – August 25"Young Sherlock" Series Casts Joseph Fiennes, Natasha McElhone (Variety)“You Are to Do What We Say": The Adventures of Arthur Conan Doyle and his Spirit Guide Pheneas lecture by Michael W. Homer (Eventbrite)Sherlock Holmes @ 50 (Norwegian Explorers)The IHOSE ArchivesHelp organize our archives (Google Form)Find all of our relevant links and social accounts at linktr.ee/ihearofsherlock.Goodpods Top 100 Mystery PodcastsListen now to I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere podcastAnd would you consider leaving us a rating and review? It would help other Sherlockians to find us.Your thoughts on the show? Leave a comment below, send us an email (comment AT ihearofsherlock DOT com), call us at 5-1895-221B-5. That's (518) 952-2125.