Fireside Mystery Theatre

Nellie Bly lands the interview of a lifetime. But the juiciest bits of it are stated off the record...The first of four installments from **The Secret Files of Nellie Bly**. Recorded live at The Slipper Room on March 25th, 2018.Featured in this episode: David Linton as Arthur Brisbane Ali Silva as Nellie Bly Mary Murphy as Susan B. Anthony Eirik Davey-Gislason as The Newspaper Barker & Seller Mary Murphy, Alain Laforest, Kacie Laforest & Gustavo Rodriguez as The Newspaper Readers Musical performance: “Nelly Bly” written by Stephen Foster performed by Martina DaSilva accompanied by Nico Sleator Radio play by Silbin Sandovar Directed by Holly Payne-Strange Musical score improvised by Steve Blanco Sound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg Russ Technical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny Goddard Production Coordinator: Brontis Shane Orengo Theme music by Jason Graves Post-production audio by Ali Silva Podcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel Graves Produced by Gustavo Rodriguez, A

Perpetual slouch Phil Bowers hopes to make his good fortune by trying to unravel the mystery of an enigmatic door. Based on the short story by Charlotte Riddell."The Open Door" is a radio play from our live show, **The Female of The Species**, recorded 2/25/18 at The Slipper Room in NYC. Featured in the cast: Michael Pate as Phil Bowers Kacie Laforest at Jackie James Rieser as Fryer Alain Laforest as Mr. Carrison Rashmi Singh as Patty James Kleinmann as Mr. Ladlow Ali Silva as Evelyn David Linton as Dr. Mattox Lauren Elder as Mrs. Ladlow Radio play by Gabriella Miyares adapted from the short story by Charlotte Riddell Musical performance: “I'm a Woman”  written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller sung by Martina DaSilva accompanied by Brad WhiteleyDirected by Holly Payne-Strange Musical score improvised by Brad Whiteley Sound Effects Designer and Engineer: Sean Hagerty Technical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny Goddard Theme music by Jason Graves Post-production audio by Ali Silva Podcas

There is no love lost between the Duke and Duchess Ercole.  A sinner's cruel fate is set in stone. Based on the short story by Edith Wharton.This episode (our 100th!) is brought to you by **Audible**, provider of an amazing and unmatched selection of audiobooks and audio products available to listen on any device. FMT listeners can get a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership! Just go to [**audible.com/fireside**](https://www.audible.com/fireside) or **text FIRESIDE to 500-500**!"The Duchess at Prayer" is a radio play from our live show, **The Female of The Species**, recorded 2/25/18 at The Slipper Room in NYC. Featured in the cast: Kacie Laforest as The Traveler Michael Pate as The Old Man Lauren Elder as The Duchess James Rieser as The Duke Ali Silva as Nencia Rashmi Singh as Ursula James Kleinmann as Ascanio Alain Laforest as The ChaplainRadio play by Rebecca Graves adapted from the short story by Edith Wharton Musical performance: “The Kiss” written by Judee Sill sung by Martina DaSilv

"If you hear me once…then you'll hear me again…" The words of a strange song haunt the waking thoughts of a woman. Based on the short story by Vernon Lee.This episode is brought to you by [ForHims.com](https://www.forhims.com/fireside), a one-stop shop for hair loss, skincare, and sexual wellness for men. FMT listeners can get a trial month of Hims for just $5 at [ForHims.com/fireside](https://www.forhims.com/fireside)! Hims. Prescription solutions backed by science."Encore in the East Village" is a radio play from our live show, **The Female of The Species**, recorded 2/25/18 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast: Kacie Laforest as Monica Lauren Elder as The Ghostly Singer/Songwriter Rashmi Singh as Tera Michael Pate as Barry James Kleinmann as Alex Ali Silva as Myrna James Rieser as Myron Alain Laforest as Von Chessum David Linton as The BarberRadio play by Courtenay Gillean Cholovich adapted from the short story, "A Culture-Ghost," by Vernon LeeDirected by Holly Payne-StrangeMusical sco

It seems there is only one man who can locate one of the world's greatest writers when she's gone missing…"Hercule Meets His Maker" is a radio play from our live show, **The Female of The Species**, recorded 2/25/18 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast: Ali Silva as Agatha Christie James Kleinmann as Hercule Poirot Rashmi Singh as Miss Marple Alain Laforest as Tommy Beresford Kacie Laforest as Tuppence Beresford Michael Pate as Parker Pyne James Rieser as Captain Hastings Lauren Elder as The Maid David Linton as The NarratorOriginal story and radio play by Mary Rodriguez based on a concept by Ali SilvaDirected by Holly Payne-StrangeMusical score improvised by Brad Whiteley Sound Effects Designer and Engineer: Sean Hagerty Technical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny Goddard Theme music by Jason GravesPodcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel Graves Post-production audio by Ali SilvaProduced by Gustavo Rodriguez, Ali Silva, Daniel Graves, & Rebecca Graves for Fireside Mystery P

Our saga at Sunken Harbor continues from our last outing in the creepy town: ["The Cradle of Aviation" (ep 28.2)](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/28-2-sunken-harbor-the-cradle-of-aviation/id931302188?i=1000389441261&mt=2). A retired wax sculptor is drawn into a very curious assignment. Meanwhile, our usual motley crew of locals muddles through the aftermath of a tragedy…"Sunken Harbor: We are the Clay" is a radio play from our live show, The Master's Hand, recorded 12/10/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast: James Rieser as Mr. Sheldon Alain Laforest as Simon Perdido Eirik Davey-Gislason as Sheriff Ulster Michael Pate as Cobra Kleinman & The One Who Asks Mary Murphy as Lynne Belfair Ali Silva as Mayor Diana Belfair David Linton as Derek Hobney Kacie Laforest as Rabbi Rachel Berman Gustavo Rodriguez as The One Who Tells and Delivery GuyThe song, “One Hundred Pounds of Clay,” by Kay Rogers, Luther Dixon, and Bob Elgin, was performed by Susan O’Dea accompanied by Nico Sleator.O

How about a truly twisted take on a much loved fairy tale? In our version, Geppetto has much to answer for…"Another Pinocchio" is a radio play from our live show, **The Master's Hand**, recorded 12/10/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast: David Linton as The Woodcutter Michael Pate as Salvatore Eirik Davey-Gislason as Geppetto Ali Silva as Pinocchio James Rieser as The Mayor Alain Laforest as Alonzo Mary Murphy as Bella Kacie Laforest as Lizabeta Gustavo Rodriguez as The FarmerThe song, “Wooden Heart” by Fred Wise, Ben Weisman, Kay Twomey and Bert Kaempfert, was performed by Susan O’Dea accompanied by Nico Sleator.Original story and radioplay by Brian WallaceDirected by Holly Payne-Strange Musical score improvised by Steve Blanco Sound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg Russ Technical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny Goddard Production coordinator: Brontis Shane Orengo Theme music by Jason GravesPodcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel Graves Post-production audio by Ali

In Ancient Greece, two brothers stand at the center of a drama that will affect the very nature of life, art, and humanity…"The Divine Gift" is a radio play from our live show, **The Master's Hand**, recorded 12/10/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast: Eirik Davey-Gislason as Mendacius, Marcus & Urania Mary Murphy as Beatus, Bonnie & Terpsichore Ali Silva as Calliope & The Stranger Kacie Laforest as Erato & Apate David Linton as The Tour Guide, Clio & Odysseus Michael Pate as Euterpe, Heracles & The Messenger Alain Laforest as Thalia & Perseus James Rieser as Melpomene, Achilles & The FatherThe song, “Portrait of my Love” by Norman Newell and Cyril Omadel, was performed by Susan O’Dea accompanied by Nico Sleator.Original story and radioplay by Courtenay Gillean CholovichDirected by Holly Payne-Strange Musical score improvised by Steve Blanco Sound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg Russ Technical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny Goddard Production

A formidable presence distracts a gathering of grey-haired painters…"Tuesday Art Group" is our first episode of 2018 and a small taste of what's to come from a show where we muse on the creepier side of artists and their art, creators and their creations.The Master's Hand was recorded live 12/10/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast:Eirik Davey-Gislason as StuKacie Laforest as DorothyMary Murphy as LizDavid Linton as IanMichael Pate as BertoAlain Laforest as JimboJames Rieser as Ethery Original story and radioplay by Silbin SandovarDirected by Holly Payne-StrangePodcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel GravesPost-production audio by Ali SilvaMusical score improvised by Steve BlancoTheme music by Jason GravesSound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg RussTechnical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny GoddardProduction coordinator: Brontis Shane OrengoProduced by Gustavo Rodriguez, Ali Silva, Daniel Graves & Rebecca Graves for Fireside Mystery ProductionsCopyright 2018 Fireside Mystery Prod

Vicky Simsbury embarks on a journey through loneliness and loss to find love and self-discovery with the help of someone from beyond. Holiday Haunts 2017 was recorded live 11/26/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC. Featured in the cast: Ali Silva as Vicky David Linton as Fred the Postman Eirik Davey-Gislason as Stan Kacie Laforest as Anne-Marie Michael Pate as Kevin Alain Laforest as Dr. Vincent James Kleinmann as Harold Musical performance:"Christmas Lullaby" by Peggy Lee & Cy Colmanperformed by Martina DaSilvaaccompanied by Nico SleatorOriginal story and radioplay by Silbin Sandovar Directed by Holly Payne-Strange Podcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel Graves Post-production audio by Ali Silva Musical score improvised by Steve Blanco Theme music by Jason Graves Sound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg Russ Technical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny Goddard Production coordinator: Dalia Morali Produced by Gustavo Rodriguez, Ali Silva, Daniel Graves & Rebecca Graves for Fireside Mystery Productio

Sherri Dawes is the new software engineer at Spry Industries, and she's arrived just in time for the company's epic holiday party…This episode is sponsored by Fifth and Maiden! Check out the official jeweler of FMT on Instagram @fifthandmaiden and fifthandmaiden.com. Get 15% off plus free tax and shipping in the 48 states when you request "a bit of shimmer…"Holiday Haunts 2017 was recorded live 11/26/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast:Kacie Laforest as Sherri DawesAli Silva as KayDavid Linton as Cliff GardnerMichael Pate as TuckerAlain Laforest as DrakeEirik Davey-Gislason as DevlinJames Kleinmann as Mr. SpryOriginal story and radioplay by Silbin SandovarDirected by Holly Payne-StrangePodcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel GravesPost-production audio by Ali SilvaMusical score improvised by Steve BlancoTheme music by Jason GravesSound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg RussTechnical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny GoddardProduction coordinator: Dalia MoraliProduced by Gustavo Rodrig

Door to door they go to sing songs of holiday cheer… But has this cranky crew of carolers stayed out a bit too late?This episode is sponsored by Design My Soap! Create your very own all-natural bar soaps that are just right for you! Choose from different formulas, scents, and exfoliants that work best for you and your skin type. Go to https://www.DesignMySoap.com and get a free Fireside Mystery Theatre-branded vegan lip balm when you use the coupon code FIRESIDE at checkout!Holiday Haunts 2017 was recorded live 11/26/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast: Alain Laforest as Dean David Linton as Phil Michael Pate as Doug Eirik Davey-Gislason as Mick Kacie Laforest & James Kleinmann as The Young CoupleMusical performance: “This Time of Year” by Brook Benton & Clyde Otis, performed by Martina DaSilva and accompanied by Nico SleatorOriginal story and radioplay by Silbin SandovarDirected by Holly Payne-StrangePodcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel GravesPost-production audio by Ali SilvaM

Sometimes no matter how hard you try to be good for Santa, there's always someone…or something…there to lead you astray.This episode is sponsored by BarkBox! Treat your furry BFF to new and exciting treats and toys every month! Go to http://barkbox.com/mystery and get a FREE EXTRA MONTH of BarkBox, when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan!FMT merch sale! All tees on sale for $14 through 12/13\. Get them Xmas prezzies for yourself or your beloved FMT fan at http://firesidemysterytheatre.com/merch.Holiday Haunts 2017 was recorded live 11/26/17 at The Slipper Room in NYC.Featured in the cast:Kacie Laforest as Kendall Alain Laforest as Jonathan David Linton as The Grandpa Michael Pate as Uncle Dale Ali Silva as Charlie Eirik Davey-Gislason as The Elf James Kleinmann as Dr. ChristianMusical performance: “The Little Boy That Santa Claus Forgot” by Michael Carr and Tommie Connor, performed by Martina DaSilva and accompanied by Nico SleatorPoem: "The Boy Who Laughed at Santa Claus," by Ogden Nash, performed by Davi

An eccentric professor and his reluctant grad student enter into a secret society to play a strange card game with perilously high stakes. Adapted from a story by Robert Louis Stevenson...This episode is sponsored by BarkBox! Treat your furry BFF to new and exciting treats and toys every month! Go to http://barkbox.com/mystery and get a FREE EXTRA MONTH of BarkBox, when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan!FMT merch is 25% off through 12/2 with coupon code GIVEME25! Go to http://firesidemysterytheatre.com/merch."Games of Chance" was recorded live at The Slipper Room in NYC 10/29/17.Featured in the cast:David Linton as Professor FlorizelAli Silva as GeraldineJames Kleinmann as The Young Man with the CannolisJames Rieser as The PresidentMary Murphy as Sister MaryGustavo Rodriguez as A Club MemberMichael Pate as MalthusKacie Laforest as JonesMusical performance: “From a Jack to a King” by Ned Miller, performed by Martina DaSilva and accompanied by Arcoiris SandovalPoem: "Take a Chance," written and performed by

In the days of the Old West, a colorful group of characters find their fates intertwine upon a Mississippi riverboat casino...This episode is sponsored by Fifth and Maiden! Check out the official jeweler of FMT on Instagram @fifthandmaiden and fifthandmaiden.com. Get 15% off plus free tax and shipping in the 48 states when you request "a bit of shimmer..."Black Friday merch sale today (11/24) and Cyber Monday sale (11/26-11/28)! http://firesidemysterytheatre.com/merch: All FMT logo T-shirts are $14 plus many more deals!"Games of Chance" was recorded live at The Slipper Room in NYC on Sunday, October 29th, 2017.Featured in the cast:James Rieser as Clinton QuarryMichael Pate as Dudley FargoKacie Laforest as Edith WrightsonMary Murphy as FayeAli Silva as Connie NovemberDavid Linton as Arthur the BartenderJames Kleinmann as Brighton BarryMusical performance: “The Moonlight Gambler,” by Bob Hilliard and Phillip Springer, was performed by Martina DaSilva accompanied by Arcoiris Sandoval.Original story and radiopla

The bright lights of the carnival and the shadows they conceal lure a man into a fevered nightmare...This episode is sponsored by BarkBox! Treat your furry best friend to new and exciting treats and toys every month! Go to http://barkbox.com/mystery and get a FREE EXTRA MONTH of BarkBox, when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan!Check out our Black Friday merch sale next week (11/22 to 11/24) at http://firesidemysterytheatre.com/merch: All FMT logo T-shirts are $14 plus many more deals!"Games of Chance" was recorded live at The Slipper Room in NYC on Sunday, October 29th, 2017.Featured in the cast:James Rieser as MarkKacie LaForest as RobinJames Kleinmann as The BarkerMichael Pate as RandallDavid Linton as Mark's FatherAli Silva as Mark's MotherMary Murphy as DianeMusical performance: “Wheel of Fortune” by Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss, was performed by Martina DaSilva and accompanied by Arcoiris Sandoval.Original story and radioplay written by Courtenay Gillean CholovichDirected by Holly Payne-Stra

For some, all they need to work out a gambling addiction is just a little scratch...This episode is sponsored by ZipRecruiter! Try it for free at ZipRecruiter.com/FIRESIDE. ZipRecruiter. The smartest way to hire.Check out our PRE-Black Friday merch sale next week (Monday 11/13 to Friday 11/17) at http://firesidemysterytheatre.com/merch: All FMT logo T-shirts are $14 plus many more deals!"Games of Chance" was recorded live at The Slipper Room in NYC on Sunday, October 29th 2017.Featured in the cast:Mary Murphy as the counselorJames Rieser as LanceMichael Pate as TedKacie LaForest as FranJames Kleinmann as HenryDavid Linton as AbeOriginal story and radioplay written by Silbin SandovarDirected by Holly Payne-StrangePodcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel GravesPost-production audio by Ali SilvaMusical score improvised by ArcoIris SandovalTheme music by Jason GravesSound Effects Designer and Engineer: Greg RussTechnical Director at The Slipper Room: Johnny GoddardProduction coordinator: Dalia MoraliProduced

Miss Ebbet has a sinister plot of her own and weaves it into her school production of the tragic play “The Duchess of Malfi.” “The Field House” is the fourth and final part of our original tale, “Sing The Old Alma Mater.” Musical performance: “One More Try” by George Michael, performed by Nicole Zuraitis accompanied by Jason Teborek. Poem: “The Core Curriculum” by Dr. David Linton was read by the author. Recorded live at The Bickford Theatre at The Morris Museum in Morristown, New Jersey on Sunday, October 1st 2017. Featured in the cast: Mary Murphy as Miss Ebbet Alain Laforest as Eric Michael Pate as Jack Bill Heidrich as Chas James Rieser as Dean Hubble Kacie Laforest as Amanda Gardot David Linton as Mr. Holst Ali Silva as Polly Mansfield Original story and radioplay written by Silbin Sandovar Direction and post-production audio by Ali Silva Podcast production by Ali Silva & Daniel Graves Musical score improvised by Jason Teborek Theme music by Jason Graves Sound Effects Designer: Joe Jung Audio Recordi

A strange and secretive society, The Red Line Club, threatens to come between a group of good friends.The peculiar tale of the Cathedral School of St. Thaddeus continues in this third part of our original story, “Sing The Old Alma Mater.”Recorded live at The Bickford Theatre at The Morris Museum in Morristown, New Jersey on Sunday, October 1st 2017. This episode is sponsored by ZipRecruiter! Find out today why ZipRecruiter has been used by businesses of ALL sizes to find the most qualified job candidates with immediate results. Try it for free at ZipRecruiter.com/FIRESIDE. ZipRecruiter. The smartest way to hire. Musical performance: “Oh Baby Doll” written by Chuck Berry, performed by Nicole Zuraitis accompanied by Jason Teborek. Featured in the cast: Mary Murphy as Miss Ebbet Alain Laforest as Eric Michael Pate as Jack Bill Heidrich as Chas James Rieser as Dean Hubble Kacie Laforest as Amanda Gardot David Linton as Mr. Holst Ali Silva as Polly Mansfield Original story and radioplay written by Silbin Sandovar

The past blurs with the present as we explore the strange and tragic past of the Cathedral School of St. Thaddeus. “Curious,” “odd,” and “peculiar” are words that come to mind as we dive into Part 2 of “Sing The Old Alma Mater.”This episode is sponsored by Fifth and Maiden, the official jeweler of Fireside Mystery Theatre. For "a bit of shimmer" go to: http://fifthandmaiden.com and Instagram @fifthandmaidenMusical performance: “My Old School” written by Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, performed by Nicole Zuraitis accompanied by Jason Teborek.Poem: “Education Lament” by Dr. David Linton, read by the author.Recorded live at The Bickford Theatre at The Morris Museum in Morristown, New Jersey Sunday, October 1st 2017.Featured in the cast:Alain Laforest as EricMichael Pate as JackBill Heidrich as ChasJames Rieser as Dean HubbleDavid Linton as Mr. HolstAli Silva as Polly MansfieldOriginal story and radioplay written by Silbin SandovarDirection and post-production audio by Ali SilvaPodcast production by Ali Silva &a