Radio Retropolis

Radio Retropolis Presents -Mercury Theatre's Dracula


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In 1938 , Orson Welles Mercury Theatre on the Air created this most faithful version of Bram Stoker’s novel beautifully adapted from the diary format of the book to an audio diary given by Dr. Seward whose perspective gives the pacing of the story many new dynamics.  Brilliant performances and a lush soundtrack set this version of Dracula above the rest.  Agnes Moorehead plays Mina and Orson Welles plays the dual role of Dr. Seward and Dracula.

Commentary includes background on the Stoker novel, plus the many different adaptations of Dracula, Orson Welles' red hot star status, and why this version still holds up as one of the best!

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