‘Orson Welles: Substantial Shadows’ at Stanford University showcases radio, stage and film work
The summer of 2014 at Stanford University features an ambitious program celebrating Orson Welles’ creations for film, radio and theater.
Producers seek funding for ‘The Broadcast’ film short
By RAY KELLY Filmmakers are attempting to raise funds to shoot The Broadcast, a 12-minute short loosely based on Orson Welles’ The War of the Worlds broadcast. Producer Stephanie Marin describes the plot: “The story takes place in 1938 and follows a young man racing home to save his family after hearing Orson Welles’ reading […]
‘War of the Worlds’ to be staged this weekend in Orson Welles’ birthplace of Kenosha, Wisconsin
The 75th anniversary of “The War of the Worlds” has been marked this week with stage performances and events in more than a dozen states. (There are productions on Halloween night in Massachusetts, Virginia and West Virginia). So, it seems fitting that one of the last events will take place in Orson Welles’ birthplace of […]
Celebrate ‘War of the Worlds’ at 75: Where to listen, what to watch
By RAY KELLY Interest in Orson Welles’ October 30, 1938 “The War of the Worlds” radio broadcast has been tremendous as the 75th anniversary approaches. There have been numerous reports in newspapers, magazines, television, radio and online recalling its impact. At Wellesnet.com, it has been one the website’s busiest and most productive months. We have […]
‘When Mars Attacked: The War of the Worlds’ Part 4 – Defending Orson Welles
Editor’s note: David Acord, author of “When Mars Attacked: Orson Welles, The War of the Worlds and the Radio Broadcast That Changed America Forever,” has graciously shared his thoughts on the infamous broadcast of Oct. 30, 1938 with Wellesnet this month. This is the final installment in his four-part series. More insight into “The War […]
‘When Mars Attacked: The War of the Worlds’ Part 3 – Fire in the Sky
Editor’s note: David Acord, author of “When Mars Attacked: Orson Welles, The War of the Worlds and the Radio Broadcast That Changed America Forever,” has graciously shared his thoughts on the infamous broadcast of Oct. 30, 1938 with Wellesnet in a four-part series. His eBook is available though amazon.com By DAVID ACORD After The War […]
SiriusXM to air ‘The War of the Worlds,’ ‘War of the Welles’ radio shows; other online listening events planned for October 30
SiriusXM listeners will hear “The War of the Worlds,” the classic radio drama performed by Orson Welles that caused panic and convinced listeners 75 years ago that Martians had landed in Grovers Mill, NJ, and the United States was being attacked. “The War of the Worlds” will air on Wednesday, October 30, at 8 p.m. […]
Director-producer Cathleen O’Connell talks about her PBS documentary on ‘The War of the Worlds’
By RAY KELLY On Tuesday, October 29, PBS’ Emmy Award winning history series “American Experience” will turn back the clock 75 years and examine Orson Welles’ infamous “The War of the Worlds” broadcast. Director-producer Cathleen O’Connell has not only made use of interviews with historians; Welles’ eldest daughter, Chris Welles Feder; and director and Welles […]
‘When Mars Attacked: The War of the Worlds’ Part 2 – More Spreading the Blame Around
Editor’s note: David Acord, author of “When Mars Attacked: Orson Welles, The War of the Worlds and the Radio Broadcast That Changed America Forever,” has graciously shared his thoughts on the infamous broadcast of Oct. 30, 1938 with Wellesnet in a four-part series. His eBook is available though amazon.com By DAVID ACORD I gave you […]
‘The War of the Worlds’ radio script from October 30, 1938
Editor’s note: In marking the 75th anniversary of “The War of the Worlds” broadcast, Wellesnet offers a transcript of the October 30, 1938 broadcast as heard on the Columbia Broadcasting System. It was performed by Orson Welles and the Mercury Theatre on the Air from a script by Howard Koch and based on the novel […]
‘War of the Worlds’ stage recreation to benefit ‘Orson Welles Complex’ documentary
The Regent Theatre in Arlington, Massachusetts, will commemorate the 75th anniversary of “The War of the Worlds” on October 31 with a live theater event recreating Orson Welles famous radio play. The event will raise funds for “The Orson Welles Complex,” a new documentary produced and directed by Garen Daly about the legendary Cambridge art […]
‘When Mars Attacked: The War of the Worlds’ Part 1 – Spreading the Blame Around
Editor’s note: David Acord, author of “When Mars Attacked: Orson Welles, The War of the Worlds and the Radio Broadcast That Changed America Forever,” has graciously shared his thoughts on the infamous broadcast of Oct. 30. 1938 with Wellesnet in a four-part series. His eBook is available though amazon.com By DAVID ACORD Even before Orson […]