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Paper Moon Radio Theater

by Bart Meehan

The Paper moon Radio Theater company is dedicated to providing high quality radio productions. The company is based in Australia.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 59: THE YELLOW WALLPAPER

    The Yellow Wallpaper The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman was first published in 1892 and depicts attitudes to women’s mental and physical health in the 19th century. It has become a classic work of psychological horror. This episode features two different adaptations of the story.…

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  2. Episode 58: The Signalman

    THE SIGNALMAN BY CHARLES DICKENS Adapted by Bart Meehan Performed: Tony Turner Geoffrey Borny Neil McLeod Directed by Tony Turner Produced and broadcast by ArtSound FM, Canberra, 2022

  3. Episode 57: The Big Game

    THE BIG GAME Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Neil McLeod There are moments we remember when we are old: The Big Game was one of them. Produced and broadcast by ArtSound FM Canberra, 2022.

  4. Episode 56: Free Market Theory or How to Succeed in Thatcher’s Britain

    FREE MARKET THEORY OR HOW TO SUCCEED IN THATCHER’S BRITAIN Free Market Theory plays out on the streets of 1980s London. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by: Adele Lewin Nigel Palfreman This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra in 2023.

  5. Episode 55: A Woman’s War

    A WOMAN’S WAR A World War 1 story about women’s “contribution” from the homefront. Written by Bart Meehan (loosely based on a play by J.M. Barrie) Directed by Tony Turner Cast Laine Hart Nikki Hunter Penny Hunt Geoffrey Borny Originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra Australia, in 2023.

  6. Episode 54: The Masterpiece

    THE MASTERPIECE Creating a masterpiece is easy if you have the right help… Written by Bart Meehan (inspired by H.G. Wells) Cast: Nigel Palfreman Peter Fock Nikki Hunter Neil McLeod Originally broadcast on Artsound Radio Theatre, Artsound FM Canberra Australia in 2023

  7. Episode 53: The Trip Home

    THE TRIP HOME Anne and Louise are heading home for Christmas. The road is dark, the rain is heavy and there is something on the roof of the car…. Written by Bart Meehan Cast: Nikki Hunter Penny Hunt Originally broadcast on Artsound Radio Theatre, Artsound FM Canberra Australia in 2023

  8. Episode 52: The Black Veil

    THE BLACK VEIL A young doctor is visited by a mysterious woman wearing a black veil who makes a strange request …. From a story by Charles Dickens Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Cast: Elaine Noon Peter Holland Penny Hunt Originally broadcast on Artsound Radio Theatre, Artsound FM...

  9. Episode 51: Mr Hays’ Memory Machine

    MR HAYS’ MEMORY MACHINE Mr Hays has been sent to the department store to purchase….what was it his wife wanted? Will his memory system help him remember? Written by Bart Meehan loosely adapted from the short story by Charles Battell Loomis Directed and performed by Tony Turner This play was...

  10. Episode 50: Open Mic

    OPEN MIC Backstage waiting to go on…terrifying! A monologue performed by Stefanie Lekkas. Written by Bart Meehan. First broadcast on ArtSound FM Canberra in 2022.

  11. Episode 49: Mr Tilley’s Seance

    MR TILLEY’S SEANCE Mr Tilley, recently departed, attends a seance where he is the centre of attention… Cast Tony Turner Nikki Hunter Elaine Noon Written by Bart Meehan (Loosely adapted from the short story by E.F. Benson) Directed by Tony Turner The play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM,...

  12. Episode 48: The Contract

    THE CONTRACT The contract was straight forward…or was it? You should always read the fine print. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Cast Graham Robertson This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM, Canberra in 2021. (Rebroadcast on 2NVR, Nambucca in 2022)

  13. Episode 47: Blackmail

    BLACKMAIL London 1920 A man is approached on a busy street with a demand: “Give me £10 and I won’t say nothing.” Credits Written by Bart Meehan (inspired by the short story by John Galsworthy) Directed by Tony Turner Cast: Geoffrey Borny Lainie Hart Tony Turner The play was originally broadcast…

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  14. Episode 46: Sherlock Holmes’ Christmas

    SHERLOCK HOLMES’ CHRISTMAS The world’s greatest detective has to solve the curious case of a diamond in a Christmas goose. Based on the short story, The Case of Blue Carbuncle by Arthur Conan Doyle. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Cast: Tony Turner as Holmes Geoffrey Borny as…

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  15. Episode 45: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 9 - The Battle of Toad Hall

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 9 - THE BATTLE OF TOAD HALL The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn...

  16. Episode 45: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 8 - The Homecoming

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 8 - THE HOMECOMING The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore...

  17. Episode 44: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 7 - On the River

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 7 - ON THE RIVER The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore…

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  18. Episode 43: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 6 - The Escape

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 6 - THE ESCAPE The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips...

  19. Episode 42: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 5 - Toad on the Road

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 5 - TOAD ON THE ROAD The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore...

  20. Episode 41: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 4 - Mr Badger

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 4 - MR BADGER The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore Phillips...

  21. Episode 40: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 3 - The Wild Wood

    THE WND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 3 - THE WILD WOOD The Wind in the Willows is a new adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore…

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  22. Episode 39: The Wind in the Willows - Episode 2 - The Open Road

    THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 2 - THE OPEN ROAD The Wind in the Willows is a new an adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore...

  23. Episode 38: Th Wind in the Willows Episode 1 - The River

    THE WND IN THE WILLOWS BY KENNETH GRAHAME EPISODE 1 - THE RIVER The Wind in the Willows is a new an adaption of the classic novel by Kenneth Grahame, by Papermoon Theatre Company in collaboration with ArtSound.FM. Adapted by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Original music by Glenn Gore…

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  24. Episode 37: LIFE, DEATH AND FOOTY

    Two old friends discuss the big issues, including why umpires are blind! Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Peter Fock and Michael Giacomin. Produced at ARTSOUND FM Studio, Canberra Australia. Broadcast by ArtSound FM in May 2022.

  25. Episode 36: EVVY

    Evvy sits her window watching the world go by. She has one chance at life…will she take it? Written by Bart Meehan Inspired by the short story by James Joyce. Performed by Nikki Hunter. Produced at ARTSOUND FM Studio, Canberra Australia. Broadcast by ArtSound FM in May 2022.

  26. Episode 35: THE INNER CHAMPION

    The Inner Champion There is an champion in all of us…but it never seems to come out when we need it. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Nigel Palfreman Originally broadcast on 13 February 2022 on ArtSound Radio Theatre, ArtSound FM, Canberra.

  27. Episode 34: SMILE

    SMILE Nancy is one of Charles Dickens’ greatest heroes. Abused and used, by the men of her time, she refused to be cowed. Instead she chose to risk everything for an orphan boy with a beautiful smile. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Adele Lewin Recorded at ArtSound FM, Canberra. Broadcast on...

  28. Episode 34: FEZZIWIG

    FEZZIWIG Some of Charles Dickens’ greatest characters are often forgotten. Fezziwig is a short play that reminds us there was always kindness and love even in the worst of times…. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Geoffrey Borny Recorded at ArtSound FM, Canberra. Broadcast on ArtSound Radio...

  29. Episode 33: THE UNION BURIES ITS DEAD

    The Union buries its Dead The poignant story of stranger who dies in a “strange land”. Written by Bart Meehan, loosely adapting the short story by Henry Lawson Performed by Peter Fock Produced by Bart Meehan at the ArtSound FM studios, Canberra. First broadcast on ArtSound FM in 2022.

  30. Episode 32: THE MONKEY’S PAW

    THE MONKEYS PAW A new adaption of The Monkey’s Paw, the classic story of the supernatural, written by W.W. Jacobs, first published in 1902. In this latest version - an eerie monologue- the real horror is not the power of the shrivelled claw, but a mother’s loss. Written by Bart Meehan (loosely...

  31. Episode 31: EULOGY FOR DOUG

    EULOGY FOR DOUG From the Somme to Sandakan and Kokoda to Khe Sahn….This play commemorates the sacrifice of the men and women who went off to fight and reminds us that in the end they all fought their own wars. Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Gary Luck Music written and performed by Gary Luck...

  32. Episode 30: THE TRACTOR ACTOR

    THE TRACTOR ACTOR For years he listened to the sounds of the Bush, as he worked the fields and thought of what might have been … a moving story of love and dreams. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Neil McLeod and Elaine Noon Produced by Papermoon for ArtSound FM…

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  33. Episode 29: THE BUSH UNDERTAKER

    The Bush Undertaker has been loosely adapted by Bart Meehan, from a short story by Australian author, Henry Lawson (1867-1922). It is a funny and touching tale of the Australian Bush, of loneliness and of friendship. The play was produced for radio by Papermoon and originally broadcast on…

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  34. Episode 28: EMPTY SKY

    Are they really coming? Written by Bart Meehan Read and performed by Alastair Lloyd Produced by Ion Newcombe Original music by Junkie Twins (available on Spotify) Originally broadcast on Antipodean SF Radio Show, 2NVR (Nambucca) in June 2021.

  35. Episode 27: The Bridge

    There is a bridge between the living and the dead…. A mother and daughter come together to the complete the age old ritual of clearing the wardrobes after a funeral. In each piece of clothing they find a memory … A radio play produced by Papermoon Radio Theatre Written by Bart Meehan Directed by...

  36. Episode 26: A Dill Pickle

    A Dill Pickle is a short story written by Katherine Mansfield in 1917. It has been loosely adapted for radio by Bart Meehan, who has chosen to focus on the themes of lost love and regret. Written by Katherine Mansfield and loosely adapted for broadcast by Bart Meehan Performed by Elaine Noon and...

  37. Episode 25: Tomorrow, just you wait and see

    Tomorrow, just you wait and see. Ruth is 90 years old and living in a world in crisis. But she has been through tough times before...in London as the bombs fell. A radio play from Papermoon Radio Theatre Written by Bart Meehan Performed by Adele Lewin This play was originally broadcast on…

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  38. Episode 24: An Eventful Journey

    When Charles Dickens ( and his colleague Wilkie Collins), disembarks his train at the wrong station, he didn’t know that there would be a story waiting for him... Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Tony Turner, Geoffrey Borny, Neil McLeod A papermoon Theatre company...

  39. Episode 23: 49 Years and Counting

    A kiss is just a kiss...how long does love last? Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Graham Robertson, Liz Bradley, Elaine Noon Originally broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca)

  40. Episode 22: 10 Minutes Left

    What would you do if there were only 10 minutes left? A story about love in the last moments. Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner Performed by Nikki Hunter and Tony Turner This play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca).

  41. Episode 21: Odd Girl

    Doing a job interview is always hard, but it’s harder when you’re an odd girl! A short play about the challenges of life. Performed by Jasmine Tearle Written by Bart Meehan Directed by Tony Turner The play was originally broadcast on ArtSound FM (Canberra) and 2NVR (Nambucca)

  42. Episode 20: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 4

    A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading…

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  43. Episode 19: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 3

    A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading…

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  44. Episode 19: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 2

    A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading…

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  45. Episode 18: A CHRISTMAS CAROL PART 1

    A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a classic. It has not been out of print since it’s first publication in 1843 and has been read, filmed and staged multiple times. This podcast - available in four parts - is produced by the Papermoon Radio Theater Company and features a magnificent reading…

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  46. Episode 17: Coffee in Jerusalem

    A chance meeting on a rainy day reveals the enduring nature of love and how it ultimately triumphs over the worst of all evils. Performed by Tony Turner Written by Bart Meehan Originally broadcast on 2NVR (Nambucca) and ArtSound FM (Canberra) in 2020

  47. Episode 16: The Last Letter

    Wilfred Owen wrote poetry in the trenches during the Great War, as the world burned around him. He sent his poems home in letters to his mother. She received his last letter on November 11th, 1918. Papermoon Radio Theatre presents a powerful play about the pointlessness of war and a mother’s…

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  48. VILLAGE WOOING - PART 3

    Conversation Three Village Wooing was written by George Bernard Shaw in 1936. It is a delightful play about the developing relationship of a man and woman told in three conversations. This production is from the papermoon Theatre Company and is performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner. It was...

  49. VILLAGE WOOING - PART 2

    Conversation Two Village Wooing was written by George Bernard Shaw in 1936. It is a delightful play about the developing relationship of a man and woman told in three conversations. This production is from the papermoon Theatre Company and is performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner. It was...

  50. VILLAGE WOOING - PART 1

    Conversation One Village Wooing was written by George Bernard Shaw in 1936. It is a delightful play about the developing relationship of a man and woman told in three conversations. This production is from the papermoon Theatre Company and is performed by Elaine Noon and Tony Turner. It was...

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The Paper moon Radio Theater company is dedicated to providing high quality radio productions. The company is based in Australia.

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