Greetings Midnight Viewers. And welcome to a preview of our first Patreon Only Subscriber Series: Cable Box Theater. On this episode, hosts Father Malone and HP delve into the history of HBO's first broadcast on November 8, 1972, and transitions into an in-depth discussion of the 1982 stage adaptation of 'Wait Until Dark' starring Stacey Keach and Katherine Ross. Father Malone and H.P. explore the performances, comparisons to the 1967 film version starring Alan Arkin and Audrey Hepburn, and the unique choices made by Keach in his portrayal of the villain Harry Roat.
01:22 Welcome to Cablebox Theater
03:24 Plot Summary of 'Wait Until Dark'
05:01 Personal Experiences with 'Wait Until Dark'
07:17 Comparing Performances: Film vs. Stage
15:00 The Role of Music in 'Wait Until Dark'
19:31 Cast and Performances in the Stage Production
23:22 Comparing Keach and Arkin's Portrayals
29:24 Makeup Scene
43:47 Final Thoughts and Recommendations