While there are a number of different formats when it comes to short stories, one of the most enjoyable can be listening to shorts on the radio. In fact, it was over 30 years ago, that the program Selected Shorts was created and quickly became one of the most popular radio shows of its kind. The show was conceived as a simple premise, to have actors of stage and screen perform radio scripts of stories by emerging and well known writers of short stories anecdotes musings and at times, comedic interruption.
The show, now in its 30th year on the air is a series broadcast live from the New York City Porter Theater At Symphony Space on Broadway. As the show is extremely popular, most productions sell out in advance. As such, if planning on attending a live performance from which the show is recorded, it is often advised individuals book reservations and tickets well in advance of arrival in the city.
One reason the show is so popular is due to the diversity of themes on which stories are based each week. In most cases, the themes tie into personal and political affiliations. Most recently, women's roles in which Margaret Atwood throws out comedic politically right corrections during a performance of "There Was Once, " currently available on public radio stations around the United States.
Recent actors and professionals whom have read on the show in the past include Ellen Burstyn, Kathleen Turner, Claire Danes, Edie Falco, Michael Shannon, Maulik Pancholy, Zachary Quinto, Anika Noni Rose, Sigourney Weaver, Blythe Danner, Joan Allen, Holly Hunter, Maggie Gyllenhaal and BD Wong. Whether reading for the first time, or returning to read additional stories, performances are always different.
For those who can get to the Porter Theater in New York City, seeing the show live can also be an incredible experience. Still, having the ability to listen to shows live on the radio or on demand can also provide for a great deal entertainment any time day or night.
While some shorts work well over the radio waves, others need a larger platform. For example, stories which take longer than thirty to sixty minutes though are still shorter than most first run films are often better on film. For, when a story is that long, it can often be difficult for audiences to stay connected on a listening only basis.
For individuals whom want a broader selection of outlets for showing such films, entering a short into one of the many film contests in the world can also be a great way to have a short film seen by as many people as possible. For, whether a short story or short film, all have a story to tell. As such, it is important to find the right audiences for those stories.
Whether spending time listening to Selected Shorts, writing Flash Fiction, creating or watching a film, all can be entertaining and enjoyable experiences. In addition, if interested in keeping public radio alive and well, it can often be good to donate to a local station as there have been a number of cuts when it comes to other funding.
The show, now in its 30th year on the air is a series broadcast live from the New York City Porter Theater At Symphony Space on Broadway. As the show is extremely popular, most productions sell out in advance. As such, if planning on attending a live performance from which the show is recorded, it is often advised individuals book reservations and tickets well in advance of arrival in the city.
One reason the show is so popular is due to the diversity of themes on which stories are based each week. In most cases, the themes tie into personal and political affiliations. Most recently, women's roles in which Margaret Atwood throws out comedic politically right corrections during a performance of "There Was Once, " currently available on public radio stations around the United States.
Recent actors and professionals whom have read on the show in the past include Ellen Burstyn, Kathleen Turner, Claire Danes, Edie Falco, Michael Shannon, Maulik Pancholy, Zachary Quinto, Anika Noni Rose, Sigourney Weaver, Blythe Danner, Joan Allen, Holly Hunter, Maggie Gyllenhaal and BD Wong. Whether reading for the first time, or returning to read additional stories, performances are always different.
For those who can get to the Porter Theater in New York City, seeing the show live can also be an incredible experience. Still, having the ability to listen to shows live on the radio or on demand can also provide for a great deal entertainment any time day or night.
While some shorts work well over the radio waves, others need a larger platform. For example, stories which take longer than thirty to sixty minutes though are still shorter than most first run films are often better on film. For, when a story is that long, it can often be difficult for audiences to stay connected on a listening only basis.
For individuals whom want a broader selection of outlets for showing such films, entering a short into one of the many film contests in the world can also be a great way to have a short film seen by as many people as possible. For, whether a short story or short film, all have a story to tell. As such, it is important to find the right audiences for those stories.
Whether spending time listening to Selected Shorts, writing Flash Fiction, creating or watching a film, all can be entertaining and enjoyable experiences. In addition, if interested in keeping public radio alive and well, it can often be good to donate to a local station as there have been a number of cuts when it comes to other funding.
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