Terror at Collinwood: A Dark Shadows Podcast: Recent Episodes
Penny Dreadful XIII
Terror at Collinwood is a podcast dedicated to the classic gothic television serial, Dark Shadows. The podcast explores and celebrates Dark Shadows’ storylines and characters, examining the show’s important place in gothic horror and pop culture history. Terror at Collinwood also features in-depth discussions and interviews with fans and creators. It is hosted by Penny Dreadful and her spectral guests.
Edward Gross is a writer and veteran entertainment journalist who has written books and articles on film, television, and comic books since the mid-1980s. There was a dearth of new “mainstream” Dark Shadows material available in the 80s, but Ed came to the rescue with the Dark Shadows Files magazine series. He visits the podcast to discuss his lifelong fandom for DS and these memorable Files publications, which included his interviews with many DS cast and crew members such as Jonathan Frid, Grayson & Sam Hall, Art Wallace, Ron Sproat and more. In addition, we take a fun side-trip into Ed’s longtime enthusiasm for Superman. Other topics include: Willard, Escape from the Planet of the Apes, whether there should be a new Dark Shadows, and more!
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Ed Gross WEBSITE
Superman: The Definitive History book on Amazon
Voices from Krypton book on Amazon
Edward Gross on Amazon
Homebase for all of Ed’s PODCASTS
Ed’s entertainment articles at the Woman’s World website
Guy Haines’ Belleroguy YouTube Channel
Dark Shadows in the Sun Fan Club page on Facebook
Imaginary Worlds podcast “The Bright Legacy of Dark Shadows” episode LINK
The Fab Five + “House of Dark Shadows review and discussion” episode LINK
Bride of Monster Kid Radio #020 House of Dark Shadows discussion episode LINK
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
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What do Dark Shadows and Masters of the Universe have in common? Perhaps, more than one might think! Penny Dreadful is joined by her friends Ted Biaselli, Director of Original Series at Netflix and Executive Producer on Masters of the Universe Revelation and Revolution, and Jon Kallis, host of Masters Cast - the longest-running He-Man and She-Ra podcast in the universe - to discuss some interesting parallels! In addition to DS, He-Man, and She-Ra, many other pop culture topics and IPs are explored and addressed. These include: fandom, revivals, The Charmings, The Green Hornet, Iron Man, Archie, Riverdale, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Jem, Lost in Space, Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and much more! Bonus: Ted shares a fun story about meeting John Karlen in Los Angeles!
Rondo Awards Announcement: Terror at Collinwood won the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Award for Best Podcast! Thank you to everyone who voted! Congratulations to all of the winners, runners-up, and honorable mentions. See the full results of the twenty-third Annual Rondo Awards HERE
Masters CastWebsite
Masters Cast on Facebook
Penny Dreadful’s review of the 2012 WB DS film on LiveJournal
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Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
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A talented actor, comics creator, and beloved Dark Shadows cast member with an electrifying presence and personality, Christopher Pennock was taken far too soon when he left this plane of existence in 2021. As part of his extensive body of work in theatre, television, and film, Chris appeared in several projects helmed by filmmaker Ansel Faraj. These include Theatre Fantastique, Doctor Mabuse: Etiopomar, The Most Haunted House of Venice Beach, and The Job Interview. Ansel returns to the podcast and is joined by actors Elyse Ashton, Douglas Eames, Kelsey Hewlett, and Kelly Kitko as they reminisce and share memories of working with Chris. Special thanks to Ansel for editing this episode and including several rare clips, photos, and an interview featuring the legendary Christopher Pennock!
To order Chris Pennock’s comic books, contact Chris’s wife, Ellyn Dunn, on Facebook or via Email
Theatre Fantastique: The Complete Series DVD set on Amazon
Doctor Mabuse Trilogy Blu-Ray set on Amazon
Hollinsworth Productions on YouTube
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Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
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In this episode, Penny is joined by Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, writer, and voice artist Dana Gould (Stan Against Evil, Hanging with Doctor Z, The Simpsons) and television writer, comedian, and associate programming manager Kandice Martellaro (Stan Against Evil, Hanging with Doctor Z, Don’t Bring It In)! Join us for a fun chat that, of course, features extensive discussion about Dark Shadows, but also includes topics such as: Kolchak, Stan Against Eviland what the next season would’ve been like, Simon’s Sanctorum, Feep, Twin Peaks, Club Babyhead, Creature Double Feature, King Kong vs. Godzilla, Doctor Who, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, The Simpsons and the episode that never came to pass, Planet of the Apes, the horror community, sketch comedy, standup comedy, and MUCH more! You do not want to miss this one!
TERROR AT COLLINWOOD has been nominated for BEST PODCAST in the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards!
You can vote in as many or as few categories as you like
Check out the full ballot at rondoaward dot com
Send your votes to taraco@aol.com
Be sure to include your name in the email when you vote. Voting ends Sunday April 20, 2025.
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Rondo Awards Website – Full Ballot HERE
Dark Shadows Weekend at Lyndhurst LINK
Dana Gould WEBSITE
Hanging with Doctor Z on Youtube
Horror Nerd at the Improv on Instagram
Femmebot PHD on YouTube
Doctor Z on Instagram
Dark Shadows Paper Doll Book Pre-Order from Hermes Press
Undead Johnny on Instagram
Shilling Shockers on Etsy
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
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Award-winning screenwriter and playwright John Logan (Gladiator, Sweeney Todd, Penny Dreadful, Hugo, Skyfall, Red) returns to the podcast! In this episode, we take on the challenging task of choosing our TOP FIVE Dark Shadows storylines! Join us as we discuss our personal picks for the DS cream of the crop.
TERROR AT COLLINWOOD has been nominated for BEST PODCAST in the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards! You can vote in as many or as few categories as you like. To vote, send an email to taraco@aol.com
Be sure to include your name in the email when you vote so that your vote is counted. Check out the full ballot HERE
Please consider giving the podcast a vote, and thanks for your consideration!
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Rondo Awards Website – Full Ballot HERE
Dark Shadows Weekend at Lyndhurst LINK
John Logan’s piece for the Hollywood Reporter about Martine Beswicke LINK
A somewhat salty, and possibly insane, Penny Dreadful addresses another batch of DS continuity, plot, character, and canon questions in this episode, inspired by Dale Clark’s wonderful Dark Shadows Books of Questions and Answers which were published between 1989 and 1995. In this installment, the following questions are addressed: Would Julia’s treatments have permanently cured Barnabas? When Barnabas is in his coffin during the day, is he sleeping and can he be awakened? How does Laura Collins “work”? Was Barnabas destroyed at the end of House of Dark Shadows? Where were Gerard’s pirates in 1840? Stagehands in the shot? Mic shadows, boom mics, and cameras in the shot?
TERROR AT COLLINWOOD has been nominated for BEST PODCAST in the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards! Check out the full ballot HERE and be sure to vote in the Rondos: https://rondoaward.com
Send your votes to taraco@aol.com
You can vote in as many or as few categories as you like! Be sure to include your name in the email when you vote.
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Rondo Awards Website – Full Ballot Here: https://rondoaward.com/rondoaward.com/blog/
Lyndhurst Dark Shadows July Event: https://www.showclix.com/event/dark-shadows-meet-and-greet-2025
The Great Nick D streaming LINK: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DJ7396MH/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r
James Storm’s Lakota Artists Culture Thru Photography GoFundMe Page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-share-lakota-artists-culture-through-photography?attribution_id=sl:ba1973e4-c8a9-425e-8707-b5047dcd111d⟨=en_US&utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_content=amp10_t1-amp13_c&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=email
Our Shadowed Past Volume I digital version on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Shadowed-Past-Bob-Issel-ebook/dp/B0CCBKFWQD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3F8YAEZ3B1OJR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M5p7ULP31FBxZr8q3M5QsFLAmzVCqJ5IPpt7l7Uk_J38DZeMSVSic62LuBiC9k08cLMFno-hO2VMadi0pwYKnzLqPn-Ae-GX3_K4RenRkKo.eAWYsKj2nG2PW-V56UfAKTCjmrPh096BlPTgoNUTx5w&dib_tag=se&keywords=our+shadowed+past&qid=1740966611&sprefix=our+shadowed+pas%2Caps%2C138&sr=8-1
Shilling Shockers on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShillingShockers
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
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The ghosts that haunt the Collinwood estate represent the most numerous and diverse group of supernatural beings in Dark Shadows. Some spirits are helpful, offering spectral warnings in attempts to assist the living. Others are malevolent, bent on revenge… or worse. Many are tragic figures, doomed to wander the halls of Collinwood or the Old House for all eternity. Bobby Lugosi and Katherine Gonzales visit the podcast to discuss some of our favorite DS ghosts and revenants! Other discussion topics include Night of Dark Shadows, DS collectibles, and real-life ghostly encounters. Bobby Lugosi is a Rondo Award-winning monster kid influencer who runs the very popular Lugosi Theatre channel on YouTube and social media. Katherine Gonzales runs the Discount Artificial Sweetener channel on YouTube where she posts her song creations (Katherine's lyrics, with music made using AI tools) based on Dark Shadows storylines, characters, and other topics.
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Lugosi Theatre (Bobby’s channel) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DustyOldMovies
Lugosi Theatre on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lugositheatre?lang=en
Discount Artificial Sweetner YouTube Channel (Katherine’s DS and other music) – link takes you to playlists for the DS albums she created: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFNTse1quncGVPbD7LMFBQQ
Katherine’s Youtube channel featuring her true ghost stories: https://www.youtube.com/@katherinegonzales2036
Lyndhurst Dark Shadows July Event: https://www.showclix.com/event/dark-shadows-meet-and-greet-2025
Dark Shadows Paper Doll Book Pre-Order from Hermes Press: https://hermespress.com/products/dark-shadows-paper-doll-book?fbclid=IwY2xjawHxNIJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRS7tdKQHJXE63YppMRT6aSM5DOiFUd382_MBdkUp08fladJX7aSwkzrYA_aem_WBC3V1j1Tx8bBXSlofRksw
Art of George Wilson pre-order at Hermes Press: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com/products/the-art-of-george-wilson-pre-order
Angelique model kit from Rise 3D Models LINK: https://rise3dprintingshop.com/products/exquisite-3d-printed-replica-of-angelique-bouchard-collins-night-of-the-dark-shadows?srsltid=AfmBOooYwDQb8-vrgkEl7bS2Z8RuZImKRk1zVz_MBsXPO7ebrjaxsjCP
Mysterious Adventures Dark Shadows summer tour website: https://mysteriousadventurestours.com/tour-item/dark-shadows-supernatural-tour/
Clayguy Website: https://www.clayguy.com
‘Dracula at the Disco ‘by Ricardo Rebelo on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTKVK7D6?psc=1∣=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp
Neon Werewolves by Ricardo Rebelo on Amazon:
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Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
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TJ Lubinsky is a television, radio, and digital media host, and a director/producer known for his PBS pledge drive and music programs. He also happens to be the mysterious Dark Shadows fan who built his own replica of COLLINWOOD in Pennsylvania! TJ visits the show to tell the tale of how he undertook this epic project. Along the way, he discusses his origins as a Dark Shadows and Doctor Who fan, tells us how, as a 15-year-old, he met and interviewed Jonathan Frid, talks about his longtime friendship with Jim Pierson, reveals his crush on Dr. Julia Hoffman, and much more!
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Watch TJ’s great 1988 interview with Jonathan Frid HERE: https://youtu.be/ZLILqvhihg4
DS Paper Dolls Book Hermes Press Pre-Order HERE
'And Introducing Dexter Gaines: A Novel of Old Hollywood', new novel by Mark B. Perry available for pre-order at:
https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Dexter-Gaines-Novel-Hollywood/dp/1612943136/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LGJ81NOQZT1W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Pj7QRwDEPqHp0HFUq191kQ.zw0G07XAYNsOGMr4z8oWchK13Z11y7_hCG1RcPJHF_M&dib_tag=se&keywords=and+introducing+dexter+gaines+by+mark+b.+perry&qid=1737250437&sprefix=Mark+B.+Per%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1
Scot D. Ryersson Arcanifacts WEBSITE
Michael Orlando Yaccarino – Musings and Interviews on World Fringe Cinema website: https://www.dorianavilla.com
TJ’s show on MixCloud - Live with TJ Lubinsky: https://www.mixcloud.com/live/tjlradio/
MPI Home Video Website – Dark Shadows DVDs and official merchandise: https://www.mpihomevideo.com/collections/dark-shadows-collection
Watch the 2012 News story about TJ’s Pittsburgh Collinwood recreation HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kYq8RbPNs0
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
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Penny invites some old friends - Erin Haas, Rachel Freitas, Jed O’Berry, and Adam P. Cray - onto the podcast to explore the topic of “What Makes a Cult Television Show?” in this spirited New Year’s episode! We discuss various topics, including: What are the characteristics of a cult show? Should there be a new Dark Shadows if the tone is changed? Should a new DS be a remake or a continuation? If a show or movie goes fully mainstream, is it still considered a cult show or cult film? A Dan Curtis Shared Universe? While the focus is on Dark Shadows, we also discuss and/or mention: The Twilight Zone, Batman, Being Human, Interview with the Vampire, Kindred: The Embraced, Manimal, Lost in Space, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Hexed, The Wild Wild West, Bordertown, Star Trek, Doctor Who, Planet of the Apes, In Search of…, The Monkees, Star Trek: The Next Generation, The Brady Bunch, The Golden Girls, Cobra Kai, The Partridge Family, The X-Files, The IT Crowd, Twin Peaks, Blake’s 7, Freaks and Geeks, The Tomorrow People, MST3K, Monty Python’s Flying Circus, Kolchak: The Night Stalker, The Mandalorian, What We Do in the Shadows, Star Wars, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Room, Pet Sematary, The Lord of the Rings, H.R. Pufnstuf, The Young Ones, Three’s Company, The Office, Garth Marenghi's Darkplace, superheroes, and more!
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DS Paper Dolls Book Hermes Press Pre-Order here: https://hermespress.com/products/dark-shadows-paper-doll-book?_pos=16&_sid=42e39b7e7&_ss=r&goal=0_c9020b2692-992e1d2fc4-278129105&mc_cid=992e1d2fc4&mc_eid=00bdde4287
Hallowed Haunts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HallowedHaunts
Hallowed Haunts on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567629813207
Hallowed Groundling podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@hallowedgroundling6767
Adam P. Cray on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2026183/
Spirits and Stars Crystals: https://www.facebook.com/SpiritsandStarsCrystals
King Richard’s Faire website: https://www.kingrichardsfaire.net
Dark Shadows: The Complete Original Series coffin set on sale at MPI Home Video: https://www.mpihomevideo.com/products/dark-shadows-the-complete-original-series-deluxe-edition-dvd?_pos=2&_sid=4b5896927&_ss=r&utm_source=Dark+Shadows&utm_campaign=0cdf8f4d9e-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_07_26_04_40_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-794bbd5684-806455186&mc_cid=0cdf8f4d9e&mc_eid=04c9067987
Ghastly Phantasms issue 17 - Dark Shadows Mega Issue on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ghastly-Phantasms-No-17-Shadows/dp/B0DP9HZBH6/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?crid=1UFBJO4TTAJBX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pViSAZLe3xPalZt33VOK2hsZkYxp2nUOAjKXN3sK-2E.QeljAGl4WUQrcRNxFddvOE9HYqOQUQkX7fxhvKN_g6E&dib_tag=se&keywords=ghastle+phantasms+dark+shadows&qid=1735185144&sprefix=ghastle+phantasms+dark+shadow%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1-fkmr1
Dark Shadows Event Diary on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Shadows-Event-Diary-Screenings/dp/B0DDWHY71H/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24BRMTQ1YYEMX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DdTmneCXiI3BvAoLe17-ee10ID_EHsJyv8sLcR0WqziJ-bEbHr1B6ddZdcYPB-fBGg7YqTEXBmDxgwuMahaF9k-uRHq_bQ2ArFeqdOm-icvgbbbiuZhuYUK-hQfODv3bPPh8lHzvdZYqySA1MlhblFIOURDbDzPm-9MlBf_a_MX94QKzzriMDQHw_uqZC-NojSX_X5NfGI21ns_W04Z_E05jlX_mm-M1lXTdn2GvMQg.Ql6T5mCazREQfgRthtAIa4KlWQ9MCT1SPT_tI1Lvh4s&dib_tag=se&keywords=The+Dark+Shadows+Event+Diary&qid=1735248791&sprefix=the+dark+shadows+event+diary%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-1
‘Captain Samouflage and the Frankensam Scam!’ by Sam Irvin on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/CAPTAIN-SAMOUFLAGE-FRANKENSAM-SCAM-Superhero/dp/B0DPHX5HXS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3PMCCGLKFRQS7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Zip-1Hf4wIbanP-u4-lGR69BWN4DxLUk5Lyz_IOjdEyTnDYvpp05J_cCeWA4jcawdWlkWSKDzkp7BKF0VbHnVK2MxWgYzSaKRYFQyoWjlHcqCEta1J3tRPjvEkv2ye2v.qJlIydVEtyxdDlxb1ycUaWcuqrp7C-A5Jw70shn7xE0&dib_tag=se&keywords=Captain+Samouflage&qid=1734726665&sprefix=captain+samouflage%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1
Dark Shadows Appreciation Society Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1659238900971971
Between the Shadows link: https://www.youtube.com/@betweentheshadows-adarksha407/videos
Collinsport After Dark link: https://www.youtube.com/@petofi97
Dark Shad-Bros link: https://www.youtube.com/@MacAndChat
Resident of Collinwood link: https://www.youtube.com/@ResidentofCollinwood
Literary License Link: https://www.youtube.com/@literarylicensepodcast3896
Collinsport Historical Society Podcast link: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GDQzz6C6tPSI9NU6EfKRy
Dark Paradise link: https://www.youtube.com/@ShadowsofthePastTheater
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
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David Henesy visits the podcast in this special yuletide episode of Terror at Collinwood! Celebrated and beloved by Dark Shadows fans for his portrayals of David Collins, Daniel Collins, Jamison Collins, Parallel Time Daniel Collins, and Tad Collins, David Henesy is the CEO of Panama Botanicals and the owner of La Factoria imported specialty foods, where sustainability is key! In the first half of the episode, David talks about the ethos behind his successful, and environmentally conscious, endeavors in the restaurant and food production businesses. Along the way, he elaborates on his origins in the restaurant business. In the second half of the episode, David dives into his time in show business. Topics of discussion include: working on Broadway with Mary Martin, being in the touring company of Oliver!, and of course, plenty of fun talk about his memorable years on Dark Shadows! You do not want to miss this episode!
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La Factoria website: https://lafapa.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabdbJ05ZL52TCLzpoUn5p1OxBoQe8i-X2tSFAiWkoonXZNLJicCZwPsAm4_aem_-ibPjehI1bHKednUJU1NrQ
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From 2011-2013, Dynamite Entertainment published 34 issues of a new Dark Shadows comic book series based on the original show. Issues 1 through 23 comprised the bulk of the series and featured the comic’s main storyline, a continuation of the original show set in 1971. There was also a 5 issue Dark Shadows-Vampirella miniseries and then a 6 issue Dark Shadows: Year One miniseries, which was a reimagining of the TV serial’s 1795 storyline. Returning to the podcast to discuss the Dynamite Comics are writer and editor, Rich Handley, and Madelyn Marks, administrator of the Dark Shadows Discord group!
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Dark Shadows Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/vgVpSpd
Madelyn’s DS fanzine drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sqBj59RJIGHKWpK1-ZnyvujBi3BDNSVd
Rich Handley Website: https://richhandley.com
Dark Shadows: The Complete Franchise LINK: https://richhandley.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DarkShadows_CompleteList.pdf
Raymond Castile’s Basement of Horror: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19BIEXIVRUE&t=1s
Ladies of DS Panel at the Jonathan Frid Centenary Tribute at Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Oqwj8DgxzM&t=1820s
Marlena Midnite Website: https://www.midnitemausoleum.com
Retro Quad Cities Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/RetroQuadCities
Surf cover of Robert Cobert’s DS theme by Johnny D and The Moonlighters: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6weg2kLc4qiFarjSYSRXTh
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An esteemed actor and writer, Jerry Lacy delighted Dark Shadows fans with his portrayals of fanatical witch hunter Reverend Trask, young hardboiled lawyer Tony Peterson, villainous hypocrite Rev. Gregory Trask, Mr. Trask the butler in Parallel Time, and the vengeful undertaker, Lamar Trask. Mr. Lacy’s list of credits includes his critically acclaimed performance as the ghost of Humphrey Bogart in the Broadway and film versions of Play It Again, Sam, Rick Latimer in Love of Life, and Doctor Mabuse in Ansel Faraj’s Doctor Mabuse Trilogy of films, among many more. He pays a visit to the Terror at Collinwood podcast for a chat about his many amazing experiences and even lets us know about an upcoming animated voiceover role! Don't miss this special Thanksgiving episode with the incredible Jerry Lacy!
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Jerry Lacy’s Friends – Official Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/302464495963
The Doctor Mabuse Trilogy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Doctor-Mabuse-Trilogy-Blu-ray/dp/B09L5WQ48J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=21W49ES7WTPFR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Z5BIguEWVGw4MA9k_69oDYmfRbcrxypdVetvslnw4bw.TRXmpOlE8IIZnzH-ZHstQ2FrGeN3yeD1L5lho4NuIPU&dib_tag=se&keywords=doctor+mabuse+trilogy&qid=1732676075&sprefix=doctor+mabuse+trilogy%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-1
Comedy Tonight ‘Strangest Shadows’ sketch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuwJfjWCWzs&t=6s
Tony Peterson and Carolyn Stoddard Reunite vignette written by Jerry Lacy and performed at the Dark Shadows Festival – YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Akv-9LFh5do
Half MT Studios on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@halfMTstudios
Classic Horrors Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/classichorrors.club
Cojo’s Toy World: https://www.instagram.com/cojostoyworld/
Johnny D and The Moonlighters: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6weg2kLc4qiFarjSYSRXTh
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Occult scholar Professor Timothy Eliot Stokes is one of Dark Shadows’ most memorable and popular characters. Highly intelligent and with much esoteric knowledge at his disposal, the Professor is often called upon to help combat the malevolent supernatural forces at Collinwood. In this episode, Chad Byers - aka Chicago horror host Undead Johnny – joins forces with Penny Dreadful to discuss and analyze this fascinating character. Other topics include: a chat about Chad’s Etsy shop Draigenmore Adventures, the potential for DS as a tabletop role-playing game, how Chad discovered DS, and more! SPECIAL BONUS: This episode includes a very rare 1969 interview with Thayer David from the Ron Barry Show. Stick around until the end to listen to it!
Special thanks to Bob Issel for permission to include the interview with Thayer. Check out the show for info on how to get a cool 2-CD interview set from Bob!
Undead Johnny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/undead_johnny_666/
Draigenmore Adventure Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DraigenmoreAdventure
Draigenmore Adventure on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draigenmore_adventure/
World of Weird Monster Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/wowmonstershow
Gruesome Graves on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/haunted.hotel.56/
Shunned Houses article by Katherine Kerestman in the latest issue of Mensa Bulletin - https://www.us.mensa.org/read/bulletin/
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
Thanks to Katherine Gonzales for the animations in the video version of this episode
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Michael and Lisa Machat are the proprietors of Vampire Vineyards, which sponsored the Dark Shadows Remembrance Weekend this past July. Michael visits the podcast to announce a special Halloween giveaway CONTEST and a discount code at vampire.com for Terror at Collinwood listeners! During the episode, Michael discusses the origins of Vampire Vineyards and Vampire Wine, touches upon his and Lisa’s newfound fandom for DS, talks about Lisa’s novel A Walk in the Sun, and explores some of the products offered at Vampire.Com and VampireSpirits.Com. Could a Barnabas Collins wine be in our future? Let Vampire Vineyards know of your interest!
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Vampire Vineyards website: https://vampire.com
Vampire Vineyards on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VAMPIRECOM
Vampire Spirits website: https://vampirespirits.com
Ghastly Phantasms website: https://ghastlyphantasms.com/2024-issues/?fbclid=IwY2xjawF_tZVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaiUcOsAP16vbQOh4X-I0mfZyRbc_RnclsMITZ5n-BC5xpG6NmDcUymtlQ_aem_SZcIMZTpufMaXtA0U6lNgA
Chiller Theatre website: http://www.chillertheatre.com
Pencil Tip Publishing website – publishers of Chromakey magazine: https://www.facebook.com/penciltippublishing
Witch’s Dungeon website: https://preservehollywood.org/home
Dark Shadows Event Diary book by Amanda Desiree on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDWHY71H?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
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Kingdom of the Dead is a four-part, full cast Dark Shadows audio drama released by Big Finish in 2010. The story features new supernatural adversaries such as Seraph (David Warner) and Dr. Rankin (Lysette Anthony) as well as many established DS characters such as Barnabas (Andrew Collins), Angelique (Lara Parker), Quentin (David Selby), Maggie (Kathryn Leigh Scott), Willie (John Karlen), and more! Visiting the podcast to discuss this popular Big Finish audio release are its co-writers, Eric Wallace (The Flash, Eureka, Z Nation, Teen Wolf) and Stuart Manning (Big Finish Dark Shadows and Doctor Who audio dramas, Remembering Jon Pertwee, Doctor Who Magazine, Daytime Gothic). Listen to the creators of this epic DS story as they revisit the ins and outs of its plot and talk about what went into putting it together. Additional topics of conversation include: Creative influence of DS on Eric, followup thoughts on the end of DS as a TV series, Stuart clears up the misconception about "who kept the tapes". NOTE: The VIDEO version of this episode on YouTube includes many previously unseen photos of the Big Finish DS cast and crew. These were taken at the recording sessions during the making of Kingdom of the Dead. A few were also snapped during the recordings for London's Burning and The Night Whispers. Many thanks to Stuart Manning for sending these photos along. Pictures were taken by Eric Wallace, Darren Gross, and Stuart Manning.
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Kingdom of the Dead at the Big Finish Website: https://www.bigfinish.com/releases/v/dark-shadows-kingdom-of-the-dead-75
Kingdom of the Dead on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Shadows-Kingdom-Dead-Finish/dp/1844355160
Tickets to The Raven hosted live by Penny Dreadful at the Luna Theater in Lowell, MA: https://lunalowell.com/purchase/221826/
Chiller Theatre website: http://www.chillertheatre.com/main.htm
Jonathan Frid Documentary Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival event tickets: https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=2922&fbclid=IwY2xjawFgNT5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHV8rmnLoeAESNhpRHMGVuJTO7vwgGcVpgDZk1LpMDldmOZ4oD75V6xz72A_aem_NYMcUWUNMKI6hmuQTfsxig
Classic Horror Film Board: https://classichorrorfilmboard.com
The Big Finish DS cast and crew studio pictures in the video version of this episode were taken by Eric Wallace, Darren Gross, and Stuart Manning.
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
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In the tradition of Dale Clark’s memorable fan publications, comes the Dark Shadows Podcast of Questions & Answers volume THREE! In this installment, Penny Dreadful addresses the following questions: How did Roxanne become a vampire in the unaltered 1840? Why isn’t Chris Jennings’ brother Tom also werewolf? Was Angelique really at Collinwood in the original run of 1897, as we see in a flashback? Is it an error that silver bullets can be used to destroy vampires on Dark Shadows? How can Barnabas be rendered unconscious in a car accident if he's a vampire? Why does Josette’s music box play two different themes? What happened to the blackmail money that Elizabeth Collins Stoddard deposited into a Swiss bank account for Jason McGuire? When the ghost of Sarah Collins says, “Those who were here before have come back, and they’re angry, and there’s someone in this house they want to destroy,” to whom is she referring? The episode ends with promotion for other Dark Shadows and horror-related podcasts, shows, books, and projects.
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Paul Garner monster artist website: http://www.paulgarnerart.com
Chiller Theatre website: http://www.chillertheatre.com/main.htm
Jonathan Frid Documentary Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival event tickets: https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=2922&fbclid=IwY2xjawFgNT5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHV8rmnLoeAESNhpRHMGVuJTO7vwgGcVpgDZk1LpMDldmOZ4oD75V6xz72A_aem_NYMcUWUNMKI6hmuQTfsxig
The Dark Shadows Event Diary – Book by Amanda Desiree at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dark-shadows-event-diary-amanda-desiree/1146204771?ean=9798227408938
Belleroguy YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Bellero
Raymond Castile's Basement of Horror: https://www.youtube.com/@RaymondCastile
Resident of Collinwood: https://www.youtube.com/@ResidentofCollinwood
Between the Shadows: https://www.youtube.com/@betweentheshadows-adarksha407
Collinsport After Dark: https://www.youtube.com/@UC5r3J5OM2i5N70Ouysk7OXQ
Dark Shad-Bros: https://www.youtube.com/@UCzAFGw1WDpF7QCkPp8CeM4g
Dark Paradise: https://www.youtube.com/@ShadowsofthePastTheater
Monster Kid Radio: https://www.youtube.com/@UC2BWKvkPj9sPpOyl953GAeQ
Classic Horrors Club: https://classichorrors.club/the-classic-horrors-club-podcast/
DieCast Movie Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cMDswo9FGs0ofVJ1CQjcE
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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In this must-listen/must-watch episode, Daytime Emmy and Saturn Award-winning producer and director Mary O’Leary returns to the podcast to shed light on the question that has haunted Dark Shadows fans since 1971 – WHY DID THE SHOW GET CANCELED? In addition to material she initially presented in her Jonathan Frid documentary, Mary shares information that has never been heard before, including the fact that ABC wanted to cancel another show instead of Dark Shadows. While there are still pieces of the puzzle missing, this episode helps to clear up some long-held misconceptions and may well offer the most compelling answers as to why the show met its demise. IMORTANT NOTE: The VIDEO version of this episode on YouTube features visual evidence in the form of rarely seen letters, articles, and more. Join us for this deep-dive whodunit episode that seeks to answer the question, “why was Dark Shadows canceled?”
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Jonathan Frid Documentary Website: https://www.jonathanfrid.org
Dark Shadows & Beyond: The Jonathan Frid Story at MPI Home Video: https://www.mpihomevideo.com/products/dark-shadows-and-beyond-the-jonathan-frid-story-dvd
Get tickets for Jonathan Frid Centenary at Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival HERE: https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=2922&fbclid=IwY2xjawE3Wx5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHak7PTMPrx3fEjaFtZYIvExRQ9W650l9O29eEOIZkoyT0gEU6x3-EfhSPg_aem_8xLrUrYzolEdWbfhbZ78gA
Jonathan Frid Archives video at Jonathan Frid Doc YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vbej9Y_3AIg&t=3s
‘Who Killed Dark Shadows’ article at the Collinsport Historical Society: http://www.collinsporthistoricalsociety.com/2020/04/who-killed-dark-shadows.html#:~:text=In%201971%2C%20though%2C%20one%20man,do%20it%2C%22%20he%20said
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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Thanks to Chris DeLuca of Horror Host Graveyard and Luke Foster of the Nine Panel Nerds podcast for their assistance with the Bob MacCabre clip. Interview with Bob Austin was conducted the late Dave Krause.
Lorraine Treadwell, Rick Boissonneau, and Schuarah Sykes are original east coast Dark Shadows fans who attended and participated in many Dark Shadows Festivals and Collins Association events. In the course of attending the Festivals, they became good friends and have remained so for over 30 years. They visit the podcast to share stories about adventures and encounters with the likes of Joan Bennett, Michael Stroka, Diana Millay, Jonathan Frid, Lara Parker, Abe Vigoda, Marie Wallace, Christopher Pennock, David Selby, Nancy Barrett, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Terry Crawford, Denise Nickerson, James Storm, John Karlen, Roger Davis, Conrad Bain, Sy Tomashoff, Edith Tilles, Dick Smith, Adrian Paul, and photographer Ben Martin. Other topics include: the continued appeal of DS, the differences between Star Trek conventions and Dark Shadowsconventions, Rick’s Haunted Room at the Collins Association Halloween parties where the DS actors reprised their Dark Shadows roles as part of this unique DS-themed Haunt, the Witch’s Dungeon classic movie museum, and the book, Dark Shadows: A View of Collinsport.
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Kate Jackson appearing at Chiller Theatre Expo: http://www.chillertheatre.com/main.htm
Get tickets for Jonathan Frid Centenary at Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival HERE: https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=2922&fbclid=IwY2xjawE3Wx5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHak7PTMPrx3fEjaFtZYIvExRQ9W650l9O29eEOIZkoyT0gEU6x3-EfhSPg_aem_8xLrUrYzolEdWbfhbZ78gA
Dark Shadows Event Diary book by Amanda Desiree pre-order here: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Shadows-Event-Diary-Screenings/dp/B0DDWHY71H/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37AXTSARX6KYE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.axowGA6gHW0p78Wyv3jTfq_kzaaWb3OaTb_4A3s7xQmSNuhy0yixzVED6wVMADFsK_c64jDSIFO8i6eE9udEAD5VIlc8uLyU_iZMLDgED8T9aTBhHwvfjPu-bPdAQmgdbxZrofaMtiiXGyTw01g2319yCE6IDvIXtAWi9o00hhn3XmIwQp43KNk7lK1okc7Bo2OzM9eVBRUpJIZ5Bj-LVr3HuvHPM4mM3UdjXxvhmHM.uWNeLpuPCnNTcg-2aTN7AnJnv3XGgur5tuU5vF_7dws&dib_tag=se&keywords=dark+shadows+event+diary&qid=1724546742&sprefix=%2Caps%2C289&sr=8-1
Watch Kathryn Leigh Scott's full interview with David Henesy here: https://www.facebook.com/1032245311/videos/1584258858792127/
Witch’s Dungeon Classic Movie Museum website: https://preservehollywood.org/history
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
Many thanks to Katherine Gonzales for sending in the spooky promo!
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NEWSFLASH! Dark Shadows returns to comics! Curse of Dark Shadows is an officially licensed graphic novel coming from Hermes Press in 2025! In this episode, comics creator Craig Hurd-McKenney (Brontës Infernal Angria, Boris Karloff Gold Key Mysteries, The Lodger), who wrote Curse of Dark Shadows, visits the podcast to give us the scoop on this thrilling new book! Topics of discussion include: Craig’s history with DS and comics, CoDS artwork by Jok and Gervaso, the setting of the story, characters who will appear in the graphic novel, plot teases, and the possibility of an ongoing DS graphic novel series from Hermes! Check out the VIDEO version of this episode on YouTube for an EXCLUSIVE look at the COVER and an INTERIOR PAGE from Curse of Dark Shadows!!!
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Hermes Press Website: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com
Craig Hurd-McKenney’s Website: https://www.hspcomix.com
Jonathan Frid Documentary Facebook Page for updates on Sleepy Hollow International Film Festival event: https://www.facebook.com/JonathanFridDoc
Amanda Desiree’s BLOG POST about her upcoming book, The Dark Shadows Event Diary: Memories of Festivals, Film Screenings, and Fan Gatherings: https://www.desireesbooks.com/post/new-book-emerging-from-the-dark-shadows?fbclid=IwY2xjawEweYFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHX8Z04V7QVTfqjLk6J8lsWGr1T8r6T0Z1_9gezC6Hr2jl4DWdTGdKUAyEg_aem_rO9RXHm-FP20QaC6l8BjtA
Monster Bash website: https://creepyclassics.com/monster-bash-june-20-22-2025-3-day-vip-membership-admission/
Stuart Manning’s RedBubble Scatterbrook Shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/23914726
Haunted House and Other Strange Tales by Katherine Kerestman on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Haunted-House-Other-Strange-Tales/dp/1614984530/ref=sr_1_7?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gvKxSk2yJPfVGUcUryqfyJbtoE2g3Xup5bVbrdrwVDfU2W7EzvqICtuWyZ11PLCunPNt6_9WSHk_e9sojwlf-ZUbelhZ4HcuD-1f0bTOOGAHjPEAuPROTWg0SD2MpJtt.kqvRgJydUQ85OyEvjNc9rZVheBzioCe0HyIuX2K66TU&dib_tag=se&qid=1722014751&refinements=p_27%3AKatherine+Kerestman&s=books&sr=1-7&text=Katherine+Kerestman
Shunned Houses by Katherine Kerestman on Barnes & Noble:
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shunned-houses-katherine-kerestman/1146059745?ean=9781962218580
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The irrepressible Jimmy Hutcheson is a stalwart Dark Shadows fan from Texas who wrote fan fiction and articles for DS fanzines such as Inside the Old House and The World of Dark Shadows. A regular attendee at Dark Shadows Festivals, Seaview Terrace parties, and pop culture events, Jimmy developed friendships with the likes of Lara Parker (Angelique from Dark Shadows) and Jonathan Harris (Dr. Zachary Smith from Lost in Space). In this episode, Jimmy shares some of his fandom memories and reads his fascinating DS fanfic story, ‘An Encounter’, originally published in Inside the Old House issue 44, November/December 1993. Other topics include: Lost in Space and Jonathan Harris, Godzilla, I-Ching wands, the 1991 Dark Shadows series, friendship with ITOH editor Dale Clark, and more!
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Madelyn’s DS Fanzine GoogleDrive Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sqBj59RJIGHKWpK1-ZnyvujBi3BDNSVd
FanFiction.Net Dark Shadows fanfic archive: https://www.fanfiction.net/tv/Dark-Shadows/
Keep up with Sleepy Hollow Film Festival Info for the East Coast Jonathan Frid event at the Jonathan Frid Documentary Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/JonathanFridDoc
Hermes Press Website: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com
Charles Delaware Troll’s Dark Shadows: Resurrected: http://dsresurrection.blogspot.com/2010/03/story-is-over.html
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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Although its run was short-lived, NBC’s 1991 Dark Shadows revival series left indelible fang marks upon its fans. A beautifully produced prime-time series helmed by Dan Curtis himself, the ’91 DS featured the likes of Ben Cross, Joanna Going, Barbara Steele, Jean Simmons, Roy Thinnes, Lysette Anthony, Adrian Paul, and a young Joseph Gordon-Levitt, among many others. While the series generated much excitement among the fanbase and debuted to great success, it was unceremoniously canceled after only twelve episodes. Two of the show’s diehard fans, Dominique Lamssies and Steven Stark, who first became DS fans by way of the 1991 series, visit the podcast to help examine the show’s characters and plotlines. Other topics include: ’91 series merchandise, music, costumes, Collinwood, home video releases, turtleneck sweaters, and more!
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House of Silent Graves on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550939139934
House of Silent Graves on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/houseofsilentgraves/
Dominique’s University of the Bizarre Blog: https://theuniversityofthebizarre.wordpress.com/
Steven’s article on the 1991 DS: https://stevencharles.substack.com/p/dark-shadows-1991-version-now-on?r=2xgrxj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true
Between the Shadows podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ArK_lf7cyzA&t=1410s
Mysterious Adventures Tours – Dark Shadows 2025 tour info: https://mysteriousadventurestours.com/tour-item/dark-shadows-supernatural-tour/
Collinsport Historical Society article on lost DS comic issue cover: http://www.collinsporthistoricalsociety.com/2015/09/lost-dark-shadows-comic-promised-return.html
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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On Friday July 5th and Saturday July 6th 2024, Dark Shadows fans and cast members gathered in Los Angeles at the Burbank Airport Marriott Hotel for the Dark Shadows Remembrance Weekend. Highlights included the celebration of life for Lara Parker and the centenary celebration of Jonathan Frid. DS cast members and fans spoke and performed, and all came together to attend this DS “family reunion.” Listen, as fans, attendees, and organizers share their feelings about this very special event.
Vince Garcia’s website about Quentin’s Haunted Phonograph: https://centralcal.com/ds.htm
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From March 1969 to February 1976, Gold Key Comics published 35 issues of the Dark Shadows comic book series, plus a story digest. The comic featured unique stories, adventures, and supernatural creatures not seen in the TV show. Returning to the podcast to discuss the Gold Key DS comics are noted writers, and longtime comics and DS fans, Dr. Jeff Thompson and Nick Caputo. Listen, as we choose our favorites and talk about some of the notable creators behind this memorable comic series.
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Hermes Press Dark Shadows Gold Key Comics Collections available on Hermes Press Website: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com/collections/dark-shadows-collection
Hermes Press Art of George Wilson Pre-Order: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com/products/the-art-of-george-wilson-pre-order?variant=45367320215712
Nick Caputo’s blog: https://nick-caputo.blogspot.com
Jeff Thompson’s Television Horrors of Dan Curtis on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Television-Horrors-Dan-Curtis-Productions/dp/1476675023/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24VYWL0M908D5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VxQ4ZJmDutUAxDl6y3O22Wjfgulx63FGb4cTLQp9WVPcY-hXjNUELGLnNWUeOjcEdjM04L8nVacsPPCmVOR3113VJ1g0bMSLGAMFFka_UmOOlGjhsyQWSmnF57DHFpycYQ9O9CPjGUV9I9tO557B77C4hJigIb-WjsKT3-jdkombmFbclV8iyqxI7MdFCb33PZ3NdbI-sGgayjZA9Z2C4XI1NJ4U7TEH_WO6YzMWPOM.GLgrWLHV97J3QZBZD-JzKjCClHPX3g-6i3wbCEN4eZ0&dib_tag=se&keywords=Television+Horrors+of+Dan+Curtis&qid=1719633410&sprefix=television+horrors+of+dan+curtis%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-1
Article about comics writer Merrie Spaeth: https://booksteveslibrary.blogspot.com/2020/03/the-amazing-merrie-spaeth.html#google_vignette
Collinsport After Dark Episode 5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7szDf8ua4oY&list=PLAw38rxqLiknuRK27GTszwbsT3AWC4ZQq
Dark Shad-Bros Episode 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwTwNnUXuqM
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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Beloved by Dark Shadows fans for his portrayal of the villainous Gerard Stiles, prolific actor, photographer, and musician James Storm visits the podcast along with his wife Valerie Pronio Storm. Valerie is a retired physician, “Humanism in Medicine” award recipient, photographer, and DS fan! Listen, as Jim and Valerie share lovely stories about their passion for photography, the amazing Jim Storm Photography website, their wedding, longtime friendships and camaraderie with DS cast-mates, memories of Jim’s time on Dark Shadows, anecdotes about Jonathan Frid, Kate Jackson, Grayson Hall, David Henesy, John Karlen, Jerry Lacy, Christopher Pennock, Dan Curtis, Lela Swift, Sam Hall, Gordon Russell, and much more! SPECIAL NOTE: The video version of this episode on YouTube features over 150 photos, 85-90% of which were generously shared by Valerie! These include many photos of James and Valerie having fun times with friends, fans, and DS castmates such as Chris Pennock, Lara Parker, John Karlen, David Selby, and Kathryn Leigh Scott. Also included are many incredible photos of Valerie and Jim’s travels, most of which are available at their website! Watching the video version is highly recommended!
Jim Storm Photography Website: https://www.jimstormphotography.com
James Storm Official Fan Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2868752380057326
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The Playroom Theme/Gerard’s Carousel by Robert Cobert
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Bob Cobert's Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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From 1966 to 1972, Paperback Library released 32 Dark Shadows novels set in a distinct version of the Dark Shadows universe, existing apart from the events shown in the television series, along with a novelization of the film House of Dark Shadows. These were all written by the prolific Canadian author W. E. Daniel Ross aka Dan Ross, under the pen name “Marilyn Ross”. Visiting the podcast to discuss the world of the DS Ross novels are Joe Escobar, Amy Roeder, and Dr. Jeff Thompson. Join us for this in-depth conversation about the classic DS novel series.
Hermes Press, publisher of Dark Shadows books WEBSITE: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com/collections/dark-shadows-collection
Sasqua/Luna Theater link: https://lunalowell.com/sasqua/
Haunted Lowell YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkzLHmG2uTyq1Nqgs5_09FQ/videos
Collinsport After Dark Episode 5 – The Paperback Library Dark Shadows Collection VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7szDf8ua4oY&list=PLAw38rxqLiknuRK27GTszwbsT3AWC4ZQq
Nick Caputo’s Marvel Mysteries and Comics Minutiae BLOG: https://nick-caputo.blogspot.com
The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis book by Jeff Thompson on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Television-Horrors-Dan-Curtis-Productions/dp/1476675023/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1ZHCULXUX3VPG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VxQ4ZJmDutUAxDl6y3O22Wjfgulx63FGb4cTLQp9WVNIP8lbKUXtAkQ_YdTSSex6djM04L8nVacsPPCmVOR314RIipmmc-th0Oy0hHGUw3eEpAW6tju5KQjI7kugw-giup48mklcimgjvCGjjNGn6KkwHyErobkCxFBvbAeaiYI6Yt8ltaZ5Hp9f10W2ZxJ7hD8-56rplSVb6gpG0BxOt-uA4FEt6kHkKwd8sMBCFAA.fOKhJ5OSeDr7KdL2ySpd3-zBy4_jxp1rYhmVqpUvpdk&dib_tag=se&keywords=television+horrors+of+dan+curtis&qid=1717702521&sprefix=television+horrors+of+dan+curtis%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1
Dan Ross on David Letterman in the Dark Shadows in the Sun Fan Club group on FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/norman.fisher.33/videos/449142674485288/?idorvanity=32258053815
Joe’s Night of Dark Shadows novelization LINK:
https://archive.org/details/NightOfDarkShadowsByJoeEscobar/mode/2up
Dark Shadows Remembrance Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/430223276155687
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
Volume Two of Our Shadowed Past is here and it’s a stunning book filled with fan memories, color photos, artwork, fiction, articles, and rarities! Returning to the podcast to discuss the making of the book are its editors, Bob Issel and Jeff Kenny. Be sure to get one of the few remaining copies before they disappear into the dark shadows.
Amazon listing for Our Shadowed Past Vol 1 Kindle ediition:
https://a.co/d/eJkiqws
Dark Shadows Collectors Group listing for Our Shadowed Past Vol. II:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/DarkShadowsCollectors/posts/7704086762944700/
Also, limited copies Jeff’s eBay page:
https://www.ebay.com/usr/barnabas0517
CynDesigned DS jewelry on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CynDesigned?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=747808926&from_page=listing
Cousin from England portrait on RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/160519561?ref=studio-promote&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1hom2vY3ja-fnLKEgKo-bN3837uTPrKrwXWhwfYJ1cEVeLOjnyiH5ppZE_aem_AQyc373to79XNAnjNaQRDHxNPQ-N4PhDy9c78n1k5qUnR11pJNE0KJJPVJ4faulwN5DM5KVzq6ztm3dvghtsHiVW
Dark Shadows Remembrance Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/430223276155687
Poe in Lowell and Luna Theater Present: The Raven, hosted live by Penny Dreadful – Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/436781992340540
Dark Shad-Bros Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559151422189
Dark Shad-Bros on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MacAndChat
The Madbluds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themadbluds
Collinsport After Dark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@petofi97
Between the Shadows on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@betweentheshadows-adarksha407
Between the Shadows Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/betweentheshadows
Resident of Collinwood on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ResidentofCollinwood
Dark Paradise on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GothicTopicPodcast
Classic Horrors Club on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/classic-horrors-club/id1366404651
Classic Horrors Club Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/205542736665011
DieCast Movie Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diecast-movie-podcast/id1483140186
Die Cast Movie Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063695340771
Monster Kid Radio on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/monster-kid-radio/id643581994
Monster Kid Radio on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MonsterKidRadio
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
The Curse Goes On by Christopher Love
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
The Great Nick D is an award-winning, sweet-natured tale of redemption that follows a washed up 90's porn star, now a Venice Beach nobody, who gets a second chance to restart his mainstream acting career in order to win back the Oscar-nominated actress girlfriend from his past. Visiting Terror at Collinwood to discuss this exciting new motion picture are its co-director and co-writer Ansel Faraj, its star, co-writer, and co-director Nathan Wilson, who plays Nick D, actors and Dark Shadows legends Kathryn Leigh Scott and David Selby, who play Helen Zimmerman and Jim Hatton, respectively, and actress, composter, and theatre producer O-Lan Jones (Edward Scissorhands, Mars Attacks!), who plays Phyllis in The Great Nick D! Join us for a fun chat about this delightful film! Special thanks to Ansel Faraj for his help in editing this episode!
Pre-order The Great Nick D Blu-Ray on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D4VZ1CQX?ref=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_JG3RTNET5B039TB9NEM4&ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_JG3RTNET5B039TB9NEM4&social_share=cm_sw_r_mwn_dp_JG3RTNET5B039TB9NEM4&language=en_US&skipTwisterOG=1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1s_vruOLW7dOFwotR4c8ylqyRATZfEC9AvKOjMEbzR6SB7nYniPWWJrTo_aem_AbaFX8rorjqIaNgRQns6qEw8PuRk6lFSYKGdzJ4we-ZeImKXEToESzABAntkX5bFOeH5GZhGgVjO9CU0Xh7hMWzH
Dark Shadows Remembrance Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/430223276155687
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
Welcome to the second installment of Terror at Collinwood’s Dark Shadows Podcast of Questions and Answers! In this episode, the following questions are addressed:Why didn’t Daniel Collins know about the family secret in 1840? Did Edith Collins really die in the altered 1840? What happened to the link between Barnabas and Adam? What job did Barnabas command Willie to do in 1967? Why is David no longer afraid of Barnabas after 1795? What does the “you must intercede with Oscar” letter mean? How did Peter Bradford recognize Danielle Roget in the past when she was played by Marie Wallace instead of Erica Fitz? Sit back and listen as a mad Penny Dreadful “spackles” some of the series’ most mind-bending conundrums.
RIP legendary filmmaker Roger Corman 1926-2024
Support the podcast at Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/terroratcollinwood
Dark Shad-Bros Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559151422189
Dark Shad-Bros YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHMIOsTi6jM&t=160s
Dark Shadows Remembrance Weekend event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/430223276155687
Greystone garden tour event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/445751231233243
Surfing the Shadows surf rock Dark Shadows theme cover by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
Barney Buss by the Young Ideas
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
Terror at Collinwood Episode 83: The Dark Shadows Podcast Summit - Welcome to the Dark Shadows Podcast Summit where the hosts of four DS podcasts come together for a convivial roundtable discussion! Christen Pierce and Cara Tillitz of Between the Shadows, Alan James Gallant of Collinsport After Dark, and Jule T. Saynes, Gordon Dymowski, and Patrick McCray of Resident of Collinwood join Penny Dreadful of Terror at Collinwood to discuss topics such as: guests’ relationships to DS and why it still resonates with them, whether or not Count Petofi survived 1897 and whether he’d be in his own body if he did, what other authors could/would Dark Shadows have adapted, would DS have incorporated trends in 1970’s horror had the show continued, is a new Dark Shadows series going to be something that we’d actually want or not, gatekeeping in fandoms, what fans need to do to keep DS awareness and fandom alive, and more! You don’t want to miss this podcast crossover episode of epic proportions!
Between the Shadows on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@betweentheshadows-adarksha407
Between the Shadows on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/between-the-shadows/id1558982939
Collinsport After Dark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@petofi97
Resident of Collinwood on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ResidentofCollinwood
Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Shadows-Daybook-Unbound/dp/B0CCCPVD2Q/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3KHGTRBW32DRN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pG4hUJ5Mijr2nXHyrSQNo3uFlTF7M1N19tcchqw_Ip0.acj2Bm1E2ZraFz_w7oGP0qE6HICVpMiLK9HrkRRqSSU&dib_tag=se&keywords=dark+shadows+daybook+unbound&qid=1714351724&sprefix=Dark+Shadows+Dayboo%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-1
The Madbluds “Into the Dark Shadows” on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEyeCsBsQdg
Surfing the Shadows opening theme - Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
Barney Buss - The Young Ideas
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
The very skilled (and sometimes underrated) actress Clarice Blackburn played Mrs. Sarah Johnson, Abigail Collins, and Minerva Trask on Dark Shadows and appeared as Mrs. Castle in Night of Dark Shadows. After DS, Clarice also went on to become a successful television writer. Visiting the podcast to discuss Clarice’s DS characters is Tweetie Jackie Blackburn, an administrator of several prominent DS Facebook groups, including the Dark Shadows Appreciation Society, Angelique’s Lair (Fans of Lara Parker), and Barnabas Collins and the Old House! Other topics of discussion include: Tweetie’s experiences meeting DS stars such as Lara Parker, Christopher Pennock, and Jerry Lacy, visiting Seaview Terrace aka “Collinwood”, the upcoming Dark Shadows Remembrance weekend, future hopes for DS, and more! Join us for a fun and spirited chat!
MonstahXpo Convention website: https://monstahxpos.com
Dark Shadows Remembrance Event Information: https://www.terroratcollinwood.com/blog/dark-shadows-remembrance-weekend-july-5-amp-6-2024
Dark Shadows Remembrance Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/430223276155687
Dark Shadows Appreciation Society group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1659238900971971
Angelique’s Lair (Fans of Lara Parker) group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/688953526094518
Barnabas Collins and the Old House group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1146456608701967
‘Surfing the Shadows’ surf rock cover of DS theme performed by Johnny D &The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
Writer, film critic, and actor Vikrum Mathur visits the podcast to talk about his experiences as a fan of Dark Shadows and how the series connects with many people across cultures and generations. Vikrum recounts stories about his great grandmother’s love of DS and also talks about some of the creatures and folklore of India that would have worked well in the Dark Shadows setting. In addition, Vikrum reminisces about playing Dark Shadows with his friends, shares thoughts about some of his favorite characters from the original series, and discusses the various iterations of DS over the years. Join us for this fun discussion!
Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards Ballot: https://rondoaward.com/rondoaward.com/blog/
Dark Shadows Remembrance Weekend Information: https://www.terroratcollinwood.com/blog/dark-shadows-remembrance-weekend-july-5-amp-6-2024
Help the podcast by donating to Terror at Collinwood at Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/terroratcollinwood
Surfing the Shadows DS surf theme cover by Johnny D and The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
TaC closing music by Rebecca Paiva
Over the course of its five-year run, Dark Shadows featured several classic monster archetypes which were drawn from the pantheon of supernatural horror and folklore. Visiting Terror at Collinwood for an overview of these dark and shadowy creatures are writer and podcaster Jeff Owens, co-host of the Classic Horrors Club Podcast, and podcaster Steven Turek, host of the DieCast Movie Podcast! Longtime Monster Kids and fans of DS, Jeff and Steven join Penny to share their thoughts about the various monsters of DS!
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Dark Shadows Remembrance Weekend hotel discount for the Los Angeles Burkank Airport Marriott: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1711401290940&key=GRP&app=resvlink&fbclid=IwAR0Hy98UCr3ocTkrtnZzIpswDsZtE_1z8k0ihn2PKU9WicWX6EaHUiU-cd4_aem_ASPX8R4cQjMBzbVJ9MS7cpN_2mU95uHWRKVJqBcJlDrW21xrC-n--Suj0lzRoDXaWa16Kprtt_umGNsEGOUQwXos
Dark Shadows Remembrance Weekend tickets to the Jonathan Frid Centenary on Sunday July 6th, 2024: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dark-shadows-remembrance-weekend-tickets-869521511247?aff=efbevent&fbclid=IwAR00e-a71cDIHrjdcE2uYFpdy9wDhdCPeLxOhJfGrFnpXK-jfJ3z0ReT-1s_aem_ASP5Byrc9A0-oZHkzqVbnjLDNXtFRZBGqcJq_wVzbnh-Py0HrMeaedWw8q9s_ADZW-ZzOgL4z2lEaGKpPVeBkKvx
Jonathan Frid Documentary Facebook Group for updated info on the DS Remembrance event: https://www.facebook.com/JonathanFridDoc
Classic Horrors Club Website: https://classichorrors.club
Classic Horrors Club Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/classic-horrors-club/id1366404651
DieCast Movie Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steven-turek
Rondo Awards website: https://rondoaward.com
Surfing the Shadows DS theme surf rock version by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6weg2kLc4qiFarjSYSRXTh
Beloved by Dark Shadows fans for her portrayal of the tragic child ghost Sarah Collins, sister of Barnabas Collins, Sharon Smyth Lentz played a very different character in the 2014 short film On a Country Road, which was directed and produced by husband-and-wife filmmaking team, and longtime Dark Shadows fans, Barry and Karen Dodd. Sharon and Barry reunite in this episode for a fun discussion! The first half of the show is devoted to the making of On a Country Road and the second half of the episode focuses on Dark Shadows. Discussion topics also include: the Ragged Isle web series, the Night is Falling comic book, Village Con, Sharon’s memories of DS castmates, London Bridge Is Falling Down, DS fandom, and much more!
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On a Country Road on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7Q0LI4HN9g
Sharon Smyth Lentz on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharon.lentz.1
Night is Falling website: https://www.nightisfalling.com
Night is Falling Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nightisfallingseries
Ragged Isle website: https://www.raggedisle.com
Ragged Isle web series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7T__IkjH-s&list=PLd3LdC3C9j-nyySMZYN3nkknX1Z47npkz
On a Country Road with commentary track by Sharon, Barry, and Wallace McBride: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFJv3f0_HVA
Village Con: https://www.strideevents.com/village-con-collectibles-festival/event-information
Surfing the Shadows DS theme cover by Johnny D and The Moonlighters:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCps7h53qoOmttROWazdSokA
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Award-winning filmmaker, writer, and television director Sam Irvin visits the podcast to talk about some of his monstrous adventures and his childhood love of Dark Shadows. Topics include: discussion about his books The Epic Saga Behind Frankenstein the True Story, and the 1973 film it covers, and the Rondo-winning I Was a Teenage Monster Hunter, Sam’s origins as a Monster Kid, his decades-long friendship with Vincent Price, his first meeting with Cassandra Peterson (Elvira) and how he got the job directing Elvira’s Haunted Hills, how Dark Shadows influenced his TV show Dante’s Cove, co-executive producing Gods and Monsters and being on the set during the filming of the Bride of Frankensteinscene, Famous Monsters of Filmland, collecting the Dark Shadows Paperback Library novels, and much more!
The Epic Saga Behind Frankenstein the True Story: https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Saga-Behind-FRANKENSTEIN-Expanded/dp/B0CL8WQNPT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3T1I29JPH63BW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gbETXsHOju-AAzJFsOCT5rs5mfeXpMbFdjAwXO83zJKHj-uBzs0hcmfCpy3LliW7iT55NUk8Qy3zXtQwc7nE7OC-D-y3VEGWDM95lehi5yD4syq8V2AiRshuDeLaSXCVwCDvoGNHnk-Xa8KKeSvptxOoKHLEmP_ByKshjY54gPyCJjFLldNTJXyxg-jvtr8lcVfLqSf3oeX4_MCOeF8qjGPXlhVpc3r5Vy7darjZDrI.7fA6n6TesK-GnfHA6NysT-ewGZe2sHv8t_EXUY6zp6w&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+epic+saga+behind+frankenstein&qid=1710817526&sprefix=the+epic+saga+behind+frankenstein%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1
I Was a Teenage Monster Hunter: https://www.amazon.com/TEENAGE-MONSTER-VINCENT-CHRISTOPHER-CUSHING-ebook/dp/B0CLNJRHSZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PV8J0EPQEEO1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WLM1EyfBYT0J9_MLaP4bymsB1br9BODO698AVryxEEnmw4L8o7IPNMIht7hmDgTrCCyreyXD8UjzzogwsKUwas0Y6Xqbpco4_2phBUeYiNNhKg3W0NkDtTnHWLy6rFcP4UWKy_zw_zFpACvsYWOTDQSaB9DASKaODXRXOg5plff2EayezJuXF6iSwHdtIFxgbKIuRQMAzw-eUvv5Cc7naE4U0PzeZdfko0XUnEv1JU0.KcyjTzr85Eph8jmCcVKNDM1482BIB--V2HqI1an5XyQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=I+was+a+teenage+monster+hunter&qid=1710817574&sprefix=i+was+a+teenage+monster+hunter%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1
Dark Shadows News Page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarkShadowsNews
Jonathan Frid Documentary Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JonathanFridDoc
Hermes Press Dark Shadows Books: https://hermes-press.myshopify.com/collections/dark-shadows-collection
Between the Shadows: https://www.youtube.com/@betweentheshadows-adarksha407
Resident of Collinwood: https://www.youtube.com/@ResidentofCollinwood
The Gothic Topic Podcast (formerly Sole Twin Audios – Dark Paradise):https://www.youtube.com/@soletwinaudionetwork
Fan Flak: https://www.youtube.com/@Fanflak
Literary License Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@literarylicensepodcast3896
Collinsport After Dark: https://www.youtube.com/@petofi97
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
'Surfing the Shadows' DS theme cover by Johnny D and the Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
Ending music by Rebecca Paiva
Actress and writer Kathryn Leigh Scott, admired by Dark Shadows fans for her portrayals of Maggie Evans, Josette DuPres Collins, Rachel Drummond, Kitty Soames, Parallel Time Maggie Collins, and Maggie Evans from MGM’s House of Dark Shadows, returns to the podcast to chat about a variety of fascinating topics! Along the way, Kathryn shares stories about her childhood in Minnesota, her Norwegian heritage, her teen years, and being New York in the 60’s. She also offers touching memories of several DS cast-mates including Mitchell Ryan, Joel Crothers, Joan Bennett, Jonathan Frid, and Lara Parker. Other highlights include: Kathryn’s opportunity to interview Carl Sandburg, NYC and The Bunny Years, training at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, and reuniting with Dan Curtis in England for the 1974 production of The Turn of the Screw TV movie. We also talk about some exciting things coming up in the future, such as this summer’s Dark Shadows Remembrance event and Ansel Faraj’s upcoming film, The Great Nick D! Also, Terror at Collinwood has been nominated for Best Podcast in the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards. You can vote by sending an email to taraco@aol.com. Be sure to include your name in the email for your vote to be counted! See the full ballot here: https://rondoaward.com
Kathryn’s website: https://www.kathrynleighscott.com
Kathryn’s Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/kathrynleighscottauthor
Smartphone Theatre YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SmartphoneTheatre
Jim Storm Photography website: https://www.jimstormphotography.com
Rondo Awards Ballot: https://rondoaward.com
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'Surfing the Shadows' intro theme - surf rock cover of Robert Cobert's DS theme performed by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
Award-winning playwright and screenwriter John Logan created the Showtime series Penny Dreadful, and has written numerous plays, including Red, Never the Sinner, and Peter and Alice. In addition, the prolific Mr. Logan has written screenplays for major motion pictures such as The Aviator, Hugo, Gladiator, Sweeney Todd, and many others. John also happens to be a passionate Dark Shadows fan! He visits the podcast to talk Dark Shadows, Showtime’s Penny Dreadful, Universal Monsters, classic horror, DS collectibles, and much more! In the process, John discusses the impact DS has made on the terror and speculative fiction genre and how it inspires his own work as a creator. This is one episode you will not want to miss! Bonus question for you at the end: So, you want to live in Collinwood?
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Article about John’s play, DOUBLE FEATURE: https://stageberry.com/john-logans-double-feature-to-make-world-premiere-at-hampstead-theatre/
Falmouth Theatre Guild’s CLUE: https://falmouththeatreguild.org/buy-tickets-now/
‘Surfing the Shadows’ surf rock version of Robert Cobert’s DS theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
TaC ending music by Rebecca Paiva
TaC website: https://www.terroratcollinwood.com
The Dream Curse storyline in Dark Shadows was inspired by an obscure 1957 horror novel called The Dreamers, written by Roger Manvell. Although this was revealed by writer Ron Sproat at the first DS Festival, many remain unaware of the book and its influence on the Dream Curse plot. Returning to the podcast are Amanda Desiree and Stephen R. Shutt, who are both writers and longtime fans of Dark Shadows andall things spooky. We spend the first half of this episode examining The Dreamers, comparing and contrasting the novel to the plot line in the show. In the second half of the episode, we have some fun interpreting the symbolism of the DS Dream Curse as we try to determine the greatest fear of each dreamer.
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Amanda’s novel ‘In the Shadow of the Skull’ on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Skull-Amanda-Desiree-ebook/dp/B0CQBVBV1J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=BSZC7SZ05UG6&keywords=in+the+shadow+of+the+skull&qid=1704495008&sprefix=In+the+shadow+of+the+sk%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-1
‘The Dreamers’ on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dreamers-Roger-Manvell/dp/B000PC47MA
DS Fanzines GoogleDrive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sqBj59RJIGHKWpK1-ZnyvujBi3BDNSVd
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
Opening theme music ‘Surfing the Shadows’ surf rock cover of Bob Cobert’s DS theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
TaC ending theme by Rebecca Paiva
Dark Shadows certainly boasted a memorable and iconic roster of main characters, but there were also a plethora of outstanding supporting and minor characters in the series. These characters, and the actors who played them, brought something special to the show. In this episode of Terror at Collinwood, longtime fan Nick Caputo visits to discuss these noteworthy short-term characters. Nick is a writer, blogger, and Steve Ditko expert who brings his vast comics knowledge to the table during the discussion. Other topics include: Nick’s DS memories, collecting the bubblegum cards, buying comics, Steve Ditko, Roy Thomas, the DS and comics connection, DS Festivals, and more!
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Nick Caputo blog site Marvel Mysteries and Comics Minutiae:
https://nick-caputo.blogspot.com
Nick’s article about Jonathan Frid and DS: https://nick-caputo.blogspot.com/2012/04/jonathan-frid-1924-2012.html
Johnny D & the Moonlighters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
'Collinsport After Dark' is a new Youtube-based podcast hosted by theater technician, actor, educator, and longtime 'Dark Shadows' fan, Alan Gallant. Originally from Bangor, Maine, Alan talks about his childhood memories of DS, theatrical inspirations, and discusses the research that has gone into the subjects featured on Collinsport After Dark. Topics discussed in this episode include: how Alan researched gum card photos and music cues, a chat about various props used in the series, teen magazines, Alan’s favorite characters and storylines, and more. This episode starts with some words in honor of Marcy Robin, editor/publisher of ‘Shadowgram’, who passed away on December 22, 2023. The show concludes with information about many Dark Shadows and classic horror podcasts.
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Collinsport After Dark on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@petofi97
DS Fanzines on Googledrive courtesy of Madelyn: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sqBj59RJIGHKWpK1-ZnyvujBi3BDNSVd
A Night Before… you know by Patrick McCray: http://www.collinsporthistoricalsociety.com/2023/12/a-night-before-you-know.html
Between the Shadows: https://www.youtube.com/@betweentheshadows-adarksha407
Resident of Collinwood: https://www.youtube.com/@ResidentofCollinwood
Dark Paradise: https://www.youtube.com/@soletwinaudionetwork
Collinsport Historical Society Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-collinsport-historical-society/id587640142
Literary License Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@literarylicensepodcast3896
Pit of Ultimate Dark Shadows: https://podbay.fm/p/the-pit-of-ultimate-dark-shadows-podcast
Bobby Lugosi: https://www.youtube.com/@DustyOldMovies
Fan Flak: https://www.youtube.com/@Fanflak
The Made for TV Mayhem Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-tv-mayhem-show/id1046390878
Monster Kid Radio: http://www.monsterkidradio.net
Classic Horrors Club: https://classichorrors.club
Die Cast Movie Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diecast-movie-podcast/id1483140186
Collinsport After Dark: https://www.youtube.com/@petofi97
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Surfing the Shadows intro theme performed by Johnny D & the Moonlighters: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552762765082
On December 16th, 1968, David Selby made his first appearance as Quentin Collins on ‘Dark Shadows’. The character soon became a major sensation and pop culture icon, catapulting the hit show to even greater ratings heights as viewers witnessed Quentin’s intriguing backstory. To help commemorate his legendary character’s 55th anniversary, David Selby visits the podcast for this special holiday season episode. Discussion topics include: Christmas plans, Ansel Faraj’s ‘The Great Nick D’ and ‘Todd Tarantula’, getting cast as Quentin, Dan Curtis, sideburns and Vincent Loscalzo, memories of fellow DS actors, Earl Hamner and ‘The Waltons’, ‘Night of Dark Shadows’ restoration, writing a new novel, coming back for ‘Dark Shadows: Reincarnation’, and some words about the late, great Lara Parker. Please join us for this festive yuletide celebration of Quentin's 55th anniversary!
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‘Quentin’s Theme’ by Robert Cobert
‘Surfing the Shadows’ performed by Johnny D & the Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
In the spirit of Dale Clark’s “Dark Shadows Book of Questions and Answers” series comes the first installment of Terror at Collinwood’s Dark Shadows PODCAST of Questions and Answers! In this episode, the following questions are addressed: How can it be that Josette’s maiden name was originally Lafreniere, and that she was said to have died in 1834, when we know this was not the case? Who was Abner Collins? How did Quentin end up sealed in his room in the unaltered version of 1897? How could Dr. Lang know about Dave Woodard? Is Barnabas a hero or a villain? Are the Leviathans aliens? Why was Amy called Molly at first? Listen, as Penny Dreadful unleashes a frenzied torrent of in-universe explanations, with references to everything from H.P. Lovecraft, to Marvel's Punisher, to the plays of William Shakespeare, and more!
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Mad Monster Expo website: https://madmonster.com/atl23/
MonstahMag Magazine website: https://monstahmag.com
JR’s Spooky Shack website: https://www.jrsspookyshack.com
Surfing the Shadows surf DS theme perfromed by Johnny D & the Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
TaC narration and ending music by Rebecca Paiva
What better way to celebrate Halloween than with Rondo Award and Pulp Factory Award-winning artist, Mark Maddox? The talented artist behind the much-loved official Dark Shadows lunchbox drops in to talk about Dark Shadows, Universal monsters, Hammer horror, silent German horror and sci-fi films, and much more! Mark has created beautiful covers for Screem Magazine, Little Shoppe of Horrors, Video Watchdog, and several other publications. In addition, Mark’s glorious Hammer horror artwork graces many Scream Factory Blu-Ray covers. Listen to Mark describe his eerie origins as an artist as he talks about his passion for horror, science fiction, and fantasy. This passion includes Dark Shadows, of course! Mark shares his childhood memories of the show and offers some great insights into his DS artwork. A multitude of fun and monstrous topics are discussed in this special Halloween episode! NOTE: The YouTube version of this show includes loads of pictures featuring Mark’s fang-tastic artwork!
Mark Maddox Website: https://www.maddoxplanet.com
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TaC Logos by Eric Marshall
Surfing the Shadows DS theme surf rock cover by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
The episode opens with the sad news of Lara Parker’s passing. Note: The interview with Stuart took place the week before. Please read my post Goodbye, Lara Parker at the Terror at Collinwood blog— Stuart Manning returns to Terror at Collinwood to discuss the upcoming issue 2 of Daytime Gothic, a charity print fanzine devoted to Dark Shadows. Stuart is still accepting submissions for the new issue, so be sure to listen for details on how to send in your proposals. Other topics include: a chat about issue one and some of its contents, cast and crew involvement in the 'zine, the "Emergency Episode" of DS, and more. Stuart also offers some tantalizing hints about what to expect in issue two!
Goodbye Lara Parker blog post https://www.terroratcollinwood.com/blog/v25dxdg1yex0mz2miqzay1nwv1x84n?fbclid=IwAR3BmWMYULN6HOKZVi5Ry_kazmIjwiKTvQkWC5iAHAFss9REvUciH9OM3bA
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Lyndhurst Meet & Greet with Kathryn Leigh Scott & Marie Wallace Oct. 21 & 22 event website: https://lyndhurst.org/events/meet-greet-dark-shadows/
Surfing the Shadows theme performed by Johnny D and The Moonlinghters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-d-the-moonlighters/1187748534
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Writer, blogger, and podcaster Danny Horn visits Terror at Collinwood for a fun discussion about Dark Shadows, superheroes, and more! From 2013 to 2021, Danny undertook the Herculean task of examining Dark Shadows episode by episode, starting with the release of Barnabas, via his popular Dark Shadows Every Day blog. The blog also took side-trips into real-life events surrounding the show, looked at licensed media such as comics, novels, and audio dramas as well as the various DS remakes and reboots. Currently, Danny hosts the Superheroes Every Day podcast and maintains a corresponding blog through which he explores superhero films. Topics of discussion in this episode include: Superheroes Every Day, how Danny got into Dark Shadows, Muppets, Doctor Who, Dark Shadows Every Day, villains as main characters, fandom and ‘zines, watching DS in syndication during the 80’s, the Kaiju, serialized storytelling and genre TV as soap opera, Mark B. Perry's Dark Shadows Reincarnation, Muppets/DS crossover (?!), and much more!
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Dark Shadows Every Day Blog website: https://darkshadowseveryday.com
Superheroes Every Day Podcast website: https://superheroeseveryday.com
Superheroes Every Day Blog entries: https://superheroeseveryday.com/chapters/
The Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound is now available for download as an audiobook. Reader Mary D. Johnson joins Rondo Award-winning writer Patrick McCray in this episode to discuss what it’s like experiencing Dark Shadows for the first time in such a unique way. Assorted Daybook selections from the audiobook, as read by Mary, are included in the episode. Other topics include: themes in Dark Shadows, Roger Davis, why it makes sense that Vicki doesn't understand, how fans of DS are sometimes perceived by fans of other franchises, and more.
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Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound audiobook on Amazon for Audible: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Shadows-Daybook-Unbound-Book/dp/B0CGMG3NMM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2V79OLDUVKOR&keywords=dark+shadows+daybook+unbound&qid=1695608572&s=audible&sprefix=Dark+Shadows+daybook+%2Caudible%2C86&sr=1-1
Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound hardcover edition at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dark-shadows-daybook-unbound-patrick-edward-mccray/1143813920?ean=9781088209127
Angelique Bouchard Collins model kit from Rise 3D Printing: https://rise3dprintingshop.com/products/exquisite-3d-printed-replica-of-angelique-bouchard-collins-night-of-the-dark-shadows
Where does Dark Shadows fit into the landscape of popular culture, and is DS going to slip out of the pop culture consciousness, completely? Writers Jim Beard, Rich Handley, and Charles R. Rutledge visit the podcast to address these topics and shine some light into the shadows! Jim, Rich, and Charles have written extensively about numerous icons of pop culture and speculative fiction. Their writing, which includes works of fiction and non-fiction, examines many wondrous worlds of horror, fantasy, and science fiction. They’ve explored Dark Shadows, Batman, Star Trek, Planet of the Apes, Star Wars, Doctor Who, Spider-Man, Dungeons & Dragons, Universal Monsters, Godzilla, Ghostbusters, Ultraman, Hammer Horror, The X-Files, The Shadow, and many other franchises of the fantastic! Please join us for this fun and lively discussion! Other topics include: the ’91 DS NBC revival series, whether Barnabas and Julia would end up together, Dark Shadows Reincarnation and the idea of a sequel show, recasting vs. not recasting, more discussion about the proposed Dark Shadows fiction anthology, and much more!
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Running Home to Shadows on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Running-Home-Shadows-Memories-Supernatural/dp/B09X49ZXT2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2SGJT3GQMX3RA&keywords=running+home+to+shadows&qid=1694310088&sprefix=running+home+to+shadow%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1
The Doctor’s Beard podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-doctors-beard-podcast/id1666876246
The Jim Beard and Becky Books Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thebeardjimbeard/
Rich Handley Website: https://richhandley.com
Charles R. Rutledge Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Charles%20R.%20Rutledge/author/B009D154T4
The Weird Cat is a new anthology edited by Katherine Kerestman and S. T. Joshi. It features more than three dozen short stories, poems, and essays by classic and contemporary masters of horror, including returning podcast guests, the acclaimed authors Katherine Kerestman and Stephen Mark Rainey. They visit the show to discuss The Weird Cat and its contents. Mark and Katherine also talk about how Dark Shadows served as a creative influence. The conversation then steers into discussion about Deathrealm Spirits, Mark's new anthology, and the intriguing idea of a Dark Shadows fiction anthology.
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The Weird Cat on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Weird-Cat-Katherine-Kerestman-ebook/dp/B0CD2RNR53/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28X1O86LWN1XI&keywords=The+Weird+Cat&qid=1693240693&sprefix=the+weird+cat%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1
Katherine Kerestman website: https://www.creepycatlair.com
Mark Rainey website: https://stephenmarkrainey.blogspot.com
As a teenager, Elena Nacanther was one of the devoted Studio Kids who used to hang out at the ABC TV-16 studio during the original run of Dark Shadows. Along with her friend and fellow “Frid Girl” Valerie, Elena volunteered as Jonathan Frid’s personal assistant while Dark Shadows was on the air. Elena later went on to become a successful New York radio producer and director in the city’s #1 market. She remained friends with Jonathan for the rest of his life. Elena visits Terror at Collinwood to share her memories of Jonathan Frid and of being a studio kid in the late 60’s and early 70’s. Other topics of conversation include: Elena and Valerie becoming Jonathan Frid’s assistants, visiting the Collinwood set, Jonathan’s fan mail parties, surprising Grayson Hall, protesting the cancellation of DS, some insight into the reasons Bramwell Collins was created for the show, and much more! NOTE: The YouTube version of this episode features many rare photos from Elena’s personal collection!
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Jonathan Frid Treasures (Elena’s Facebook group) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/jonathanfridtresures
Opening theme – ‘Surfing the Shadows’ (surf rock version of Bob Cobert’s DS theme) by Johnny D & The Moonlighters: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6weg2kLc4qiFarjSYSRXTh
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Emmy Award-winning makeup artist Todd McIntosh has over 40 years of experience in the television and film industries, boasting such credits as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Pushing Daisies, Dr. Strange, Dracula Dead and Loving It, Masters of the Universe, The Brady Bunch Movie, and many more. He was the Makeup Department Head on the 2004 WB Dark Shadows pilot and happens to be a huge fan of the original ABC series! In fact, Todd cites Dark Shadows as a major influence on his interests in makeup, monsters, and prosthetics during his formative years. He visits Terror at Collinwood to discuss a variety of topics, including his memories of watching DS, his early experiences as a professional makeup artist, his memories of working on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, memories of working with Mel Brooks, meeting DS cast members, interactions with Dick Smith, and of course his work on the 2004 WB Dark Shadows pilot. Along the way, Todd shares a great story involving some impromptu fangs and Dan Curtis. On August 17, 2023, Todd will be part of a special tribute to makeup legend Dick Smith, presented by the Academy Museum at the Ted Mann Theater in Los Angeles, where he will be introducing House of Dark Shadows to an enthusiastic audience!
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With their magic spells, curses, and arcane incantations, the witches, warlocks, and mages of Dark Shadows certainly left a strong and lasting impression upon fans of the show. One of those fans is Laramie Dean, a talented novelist (Black Forest) and playwright (Frankenstein Among the Dead, Dracula, The Gorgon Sisters). The delightful Laramie pays a visit to the podcast for a spirited discussion about Angelique, Nicholas, Judah, Bathia, Petofi, and other wielders of magic in the DS universe. The episode also includes: a geeky side lecture on the depiction of witches in horror films, and a substantial DS opening news segment that includes info about new books, appearances, podcasts, and more! The show ends with shoutouts to several Dark Shadows and DS-adjacent podcasts! ALSO: get thee to the Blue Whale jukebox and dig the terrifyingly tubular new surf rock version of the DS theme song, ‘Surfing the Shadows’, performed by Johnny D & The Moonlighters! It also happens to be the new opening theme for Terror at Collinwood!
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The final Dark Shadows storyline is set in a parallel universe in the year 1841 and features a set of new characters, which includes the son of Barnabas and Josette from a parallel band of time. Dismissed and derided by some fans, 1841 Parallel Time offers viewers a dark and brooding tale that takes inspiration from works by Emily Brontë and Shirley Jackson. Returning to the podcast to help examine the final DS segment is artist and writer (and designer of the Terror at Collinwood show logos!), Eric Marshall! Join us as we explore and discuss this unusual and underappreciated storyline.
Many Dark Shadows products and collectibles have been released over the years. Surprisingly, there’s never been a Dark Shadows coloring book… until now! The official Dark Shadows coloring book from Hermes Press is coming soon and it features over 80 pages of all new classic coloring book art featuring the series' best loved episodes and its most important characters. Artist Samantha Lomuscio O’Neal, the talented illustrator behind the coloring book, visits the podcast to discuss her work on the book and offers some tantalizing teases about its contents.
Recorded within the haunted halls of Collinwood (Seaview Terrace/Carey Mansion), this episode features an impromptu “fan favorites” discussion with a group of passionate, longtime Dark Shadows fans. Topics include favorite characters, favorite storylines, favorite fandom memories, and favorite scenes. Will Matthew Morgan succeed in kicking us off Collins property? Tune in and find out! With guests: Joe Flanagan, Tweetie Jackie Blackburn, Jimmy Hutcheson, Virginia Fox Brekhus, Mair Bear, Joe Escobar, Guy Haines, Beth Caster, and Jeff Kenny.
Actress Donna Wandrey is best known to ‘Dark Shadows’ fans for her portrayal of the mysterious Roxanne Drew in 1970 Parallel Time as well as her even more mysterious counterpart in the show’s main time-band. With an extensive background in theatre and television that includes plays such as ‘The Norman Conquests’ and TV series such as ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’, Donna is a prolific actress who continues to perform in shows like the upcoming online production of ‘New York Stories’ on July 22 and 23, 2023. She visits ‘Terror at Collinwood’ to discuss her recent play ‘Fastened to the Moon’, and also shares many wonderful memories of her time on ‘Dark Shadows’!
The 1840 storyline is the penultimate Dark Shadows plot and the last one set in the show’s main timeband. Although it doesn’t receive as much adulation as the serial’s iconic 1795 and 1897 storylines, 1840 is filled with many delights. Featuring vivid new characters, shocking twists, as well as nods to previous DS stories and classic horror films, there is much to enjoy in the next-to-last DS storyline. Writers Amanda Desiree and Katherine “Creepy Cat” Kerestman visit the podcast to help shed some light on this sometimes-underappreciated DS segment.
Rachel Pulliam, the producer and host of the Dark Paradise podcast, arrives on a train to visit Terror at Collinwood on this dark and stormy night. Topics include: Rachel’s introductions to Dark Shadows and Strange Paradise, the Sole Twin Audios Network and Rachel’s Dark Paradise podcast, which covers DS and SP, Art Wallace and the Shadows on the Wall show bibleand finally a discussion about Victoria Winters and her unknown parentage.
Returning to ‘Terror at Collinwood’ are Guy Haines, Bob Issel, and Nina Ogle, who all became enamored with ‘Dark Shadows’ when it originally aired in the 1960’s and early 1970’s. They’ve remained steadfast fans of the show, becoming heavily involved in DS fan events and activities over the years. Listen as these three fandom all-stars share many fascinating stories including: how they discovered DS and its fan community, memories of ShadowCon and the Dark Shadows Festivals, meetings and interactions with actors such as Jonathan Frid, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Louis Edmonds, Nancy Barrett, and Joan Bennett, visiting Charles Randolph Grean’s house, parties at Seaview Terrace, creating fan collectibles based on the Ben Cooper Barnabas Collins Halloween costume, trips to Essex, Connecticut to visit “the Evans Cottage”, and much more!
SPECIAL THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO VOTED DAN CURTIS AND PENNY DREADFUL INTO THE RONDO HATTON CLASSIC HORROR AWARDS MONSTER KID HALL OF FAME!!!
Join us to learn “what might have been” in PART TWO of this exclusive examination of John August’s original, unproduced dramatic screenplay for the Tim Burton/Johnny Depp Dark Shadows film. Madelyn Marks, admin of the Dark Shadows Discord server community, and Patrick McCray, writer of ‘The Dark Shadows Daybook’ and ‘The Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound’, sit down with Penny Dreadful for an in-depth discussion about the second half of August’s elusive script, which has never been seen by the public.
Tim Burton's Dark Shadows would have been a very different film had John August’s original screenplay been used instead of Seth Grahame-Smith’s attempt at a comedic rewrite. This episode of Terror at Collinwood features the first half of a deep dive discussion about the never-before-seen, non-comedic John August script for the Burton/Depp Dark Shadows. Returning to the podcast to join the conversation are Patrick McCray, writer of The Dark Shadows Daybook and The Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound, and Madelyn Marks, admin of the Dark Shadows Discord server community. Join us for PART ONE of this very rare glimpse into what might have been!
Mark Dawidziak is a noted television, film, and theatre critic, author, actor, and Journalism Hall of Fame inductee. He visits the podcast for an in-depth discussion about the pivotal influence of Barnabas Collins on vampire fiction, the importance of Dark Shadows to the horror genre, and the fact that DS often doesn’t get enough credit for the significant impact it continues to have on popular culture. Other topics include: Mark’s conversations with Dan Curtis, Mark’s childhood introduction to horror and DS, writing about Carl Kolchak,Dark Shadows and the cultural influence of the 60’s, Edgar Allan Poe, and much more!
The twenty-first annual Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards are upon us! A special category in the Rondos is the write-in for Monster Kid Hall of Fame, which honors those who’ve made a permanent mark on the world of classic horror appreciation. Many of the inductees are/were fans of the genre themselves. This award is a rare distinction indeed, and there are several notable recipients. Missing from the list, however, is Dark Shadows creator Dan Curtis! This episode of Terror at Collinwood includes a series of interview clips featuring Dan Curtis himself, along with writer Sam Hall and actress Lara Parker. The clips help illustrate why Curtis should be considered for Monster Kid Hall of Fame status. A known enthusiast of classic terror tales and motion pictures, Curtis certainly made prominent puncture marks on the genre with Dark Shadows. He also unleashed the iconic The Night Stalker and The Night Strangler, and he helmed adaptations of Dracula, Frankenstein, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Turn of the Screw, and The Picture of Dorian Gray. He directed both Dark Shadows MGM feature films, the horror cult classics Burnt Offerings, Trilogy of Terror, Dead of Night, and many more! After his epic miniseries Winds of War and War and Remembrance, he returned to the world of the gothic with the 1991 Dark Shadows revival series, which featured horror legend Barbara Steele (who is also long past due for induction into the Monster Kid Hall of Fame). See the full ballot at https://rondoaward.com/ and email your votes to taraco@aol.com. Voting is open until Sunday at midnight, April 23, 2023. PS - And thanks to those who nominated Terror at Collinwood for Best Podcast and Penny Dreadful for Favorite Horror Host. It's an honor to be on the ballot, twice!
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Todd Tarantula, the new film from director Ansel H. Faraj, is a psychedelic journey across Los Angeles. In the movie, antihero Todd Tarantula undergoes time-bending experiences to uncover the secrets of his past. Visiting the podcast to discuss this fascinating new film are Dark Shadows' own David Selby (Lucifer Grey), actor and producer Nathan Wilson (Barracuda), and director/writer, Ansel Faraj! Join us to get a tantalizing taste of this exciting new motion picture!
The Dark Shadows Discord server provides an online space where a new generation of DS fans gather to hang out, discuss DS, post fanfic and fan art, and just have fun. This episode features a lively discussion about this community with moderator Madelyn Marks and active DS Discord members, Tina Marie DeLucia and Max Kern. We also look at Madelyn’s incredible LEGO Collinwood foyer, drawing room, and custom minifigures! Additional topics include: Tubmlr blogs, differences in how younger fans view DS characters, DS merchandise wants, Tina’s article on gender nonconformity in DS and trans Julia theory, subjective nature of DS and the various audiences for the show, critiques of Big Finish Audio plays, future hopes for new media, archiving classic DS fanzines, Madelyn’s DS Spotify playlists, and much more!
Rondo Award-winning writer Patrick McCray returns to Terror at Collinwood to discuss ‘The Dark Shadows Daybook: Unbound’. The new 430-page book features a delightful foreword by Mark B. Perry, followed by Patrick’s in-depth, witty, and insightful analyses of many original Dark Shadows episodes. He also provides memorial tributes to recently departed stars from the show, looks at the 1991 revival series, reviews ‘A Dark Shadows Christmas Carol’, and more. Additional discussion topics include: Dark Shadows fandom, the ghost of Quentin Collins, the Leviathans, 1840 Barnabas conundrums, and much more.
Released in 1971, MGM’s ‘Night of Dark Shadows’ was the second DS feature film. Directed by Dan Curtis, the motion picture featured many members of the TV series cast in a gothic tale of ghostly obsession. Sadly, after viewing the 129-minute director’s cut of Night of Dark Shadows, MGM studio head James Aubrey demanded that Curtis cut nearly 45 minutes out of the movie, giving him until the next day to do so. In this episode, director and film archivist Darren Gross visits the podcast to share his thoughts on NoDS and also offers updates on his long-anticipated restoration of the director’s cut of the picture. Described by ‘The Guardian’ as a “movie sleuth and champion of lost causes,” Darren miraculously unearthed the previously lost NoDS footage and prepared a restored version of the movie which has not yet been released to the public. In addition to discussing NoDS and its restoration, Darren also talks about his work on the ‘Dark Shadows’ Big Finish audio dramas, his enthusiasm for TV horror host Commander USA, and much more!
A claustrophobic sense of doom pervades the Summer of 1970, the final present-day storyline on Dark Shadows. In it, Barnabas Collins and Dr. Julia Hoffman try to unravel the mystery behind the insidious and increasingly malignant hauntings at the great house in an effort to prevent the destruction of Collinwood and its inhabitants. Meanwhile, they must also deal with a mysterious new vampire who prowls the estate. Professor and writer David M. Wingrove and writer Stephen R. Shutt visit the Terror at Collinwood podcast to dissect and explore this oft-ignored and/or scorned storyline, examining its various literary inspirations along the way. Often seen as DS’ attempt to recapture the success of the 'Turn of the Screw'-inspired “ghosts of Quentin and Beth” storyline, Summer of 1970 pulls inspiration from several classic sources, including tales by Oliver Onions and M.R. James, with a nod to Sheridan Le Fanu.
It’s a ghoul-tide trip down memory lane in this Terror at Collinwood Christmas/Holiday special. I sit down with my family to discuss their memories of Dark Shadows. Other topics include: moving to America from Portugal, getting into 60’s pop culture, growing up in the 60’s, Dracula actors, binge watching in the 80’s before it was a thing, family interests in spooky stuff, and much more! Featuring, in order of appearance, interviews with my: aunt Agatha, mom Zezinha, uncle Valdemar, cousin Karen, cousin Elijah, dad Tony, sister Amy, and sister Maggie.
The 1995 segment on Dark Shadows lasted only two weeks, but its grim and apocalyptic tone left an indelible mark on fans as they witnessed the horror and madness that awaited the Collins family in the future. Raymond Castile, filmmaker, actor, collector, musician, and host of the Raymond Castile's Basement of Horror YouTube channel, visits Terror at Collinwood to discuss this popular and shocking Dark Shadows sequence! The first half of the show features monstrous topics that include: being cast as young Coffin Joe in ‘Embodiment of Evil’, collecting monster toys, an impromptu review of the new Barnabas bobblehead, and more! The second half of the show focuses on a discussion of the 1995 storyline!
On November 22, 1967, the vengeful and powerful witch Angelique made her debut on Dark Shadows and became an instant hit with viewers, remaining an important part of the series for the remainder of its run. The character subsequently took her place alongside Barnabas, and later Quentin, as a pop culture icon, appearing on assorted products and in DS spinoff media. Visiting the podcast to commemorate her legendary character's 55th anniversary is Lara Parker, the talented actress who portrayed Angelique onscreen! Discussion topics include: Lara's thoughts on Angelique, memories of working on DS, Night of Dark Shadows, Lara's DS novels, what makes DS special, terror vs. horror, the allure of vampires, the fans, and much more!
Released in 1970, and directed by Dan Curtis, the MGM theatrical film House of Dark Shadows featured the TV series cast in a darker and more violent reimagining of the Introduction of Barnabas storyline from the show. The picture proved to be a hit for MGM, and while it is loved by many fans and disliked by others, it stands as a notable and compelling entry in vampire film history. Visiting the podcast to discuss House of Dark Shadows is prolific Hollywood conceptual designer and artist, Ricardo Delgado. Ricardo’s book Dracula of Transylvania and the upcoming Art of Dracula of Transylvania are also discussed. Other topics include Ricardo’s memories of watching Sombras Tenebrosas (Dark Shadows) as a child in Costa Rica, buyingFamous Monsters of Filmland, reading Marvel’s Tomb of Dracula and Werewolf by Night comics, and much more!
What’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween?... With Dark Shadows and Horror Hosts, of corpse! In this episode, Penny Dreadful summons many of her fellow television and internet horror movie hosts to share their memories and thoughts on DS. Hosted by Penny Dreadful and featuring (in order of appearance): Count Gore De Vol, Sally the Zombie Cheerleader, Dr. Gangrene, Doctor Sarcofiguy, Professor Anton Griffin, Undead Johnny, Marlena Midnite, Sicko-Psychotic, The Bone Jangler, Karlos Borloff, Dr. Dreck, Remo D, Bobby Gammonster, Scarlett Kaiju, The Host, Danvers, Stevie Gothling/Tim the Enchanter, Octavian Hallow, and Halloween Jack. You won’t want to miss this hex-clusive Halloween Horror Host celebration of Dark Shadows! Listen to the very end to hear a fascinating interview clip from a horror host who tried to audition for the original Dark Shadows in the early 70’s!
Robert Cobert’s iconic music themes for Dark Shadows were integral to the identity of the entire series and its two film spinoffs. Musician, author, and DePaul University College of Law professor, Ben Alba, visits the podcast to discuss and celebrate some favorite Cobert pieces. Throughout the course of episode, Ben even plays a few bars from several of the themes on his keyboard. Topics include: Ben’s lifelong fascination with the music from Dark Shadows, playing on the piano for fans at a Dark Shadows Festival, Bob Cobert’s incredible range as a composer, Dark Shadows soundtrack albums, and much more!
Correction: According to the interview with Bob Cobert in the booklet included with Discs 5 & 6 of ‘The Complete Dark Shadows Soundtrack Music Collection’ – “Many people assume that the instrument playing the Dark Shadows theme was a Theremin, but it wasn’t. The opening theme was neither a Theremin nor an Ondes Martinot. It was a Yamaha synthesizer with a string on it that made a Theremin-like sound. We couldn’t find an Ondes Martinot player or a Theremin player in New York, so we used that, and it was played by a very famous pianist named Dick Hyman… What you’re hearing in the theme is, melodically, a Yamaha on top, an alto flute on the bottom, then a bass, vibes, and harp, playing atonal accompaniment – five players in all.” I actually knew about this but misremembered the tweaked synthesizer organ as the way Robert Cobert initially presented the theme to Dan Curtis. Cobert presented the theme to Curtis by describing it and sort of whistling it while shaking his head about. I pulled the instrument listing (including the Theremin) from an online article and should have double-checked everything before recording the episode. Apologies. Also, from the same interview: “Almost all of the Dark Shadows music cues were recorded in England. It was money, pure and simple... the theme itself was recorded in New York.”
The new Jonathan Frid documentary website features many exclusive video clips, interviews, photographs, merchandise, and more! Returning guests, Mary O’Leary and Will McKinley, are joined by Frid documentary editor and post-producer Michael Giglio to discuss behind-the-scenes stories about ‘Dark Shadows and Beyond: The Jonathan Frid Story’. After that, Mary and Will share some inside scoops about what fans can expect from the new Jonathan Frid website. Mary and Will also discuss their experiences regarding Jonathan’s recording of ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ for MCI’s Halloween Hotline in 1991. The show ends with that very audio recording of Jonathan Frid reading ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’.
Trivia facts about Dark Shadows plotlines and the show’s cast and crew are discussed with the master of DS trivia, Charles Ellis. Charles was a regular at the Dark Shadows Festivals and his DS devotion and knowledge is well-known to both fans and actors! This fun discussion runs the gamut from DS syndication, fanzines, storylines, characters, DS stars, the lost episode, cancellation, autograph collecting, Lovelady Powell as Dr. Julia Hoffman, and much, much more!
The 1970 Parallel Time storyline introduced Dark Shadows viewers to a strange and fascinating parallel universe inhabited by alternate versions of familiar characters who, in this mirror timeband, made different choices in their lives. Visiting to discuss this unique story arc are fellow DS podcasters Cara Tillitz and Christen Pierce of the Between the Shadows podcast and Jule Saynes of the Resident of Collinwood YouTube podcast channel. In addition to discussing the plotlines and characters of 1970 Parallel Time, and their inspirations, Cara, Christen, and Jule also talk about their introductions to Dark Shadows and why they launched their own DS-focused podcasts.
Actress Marie Wallace played the memorable characters Eve, Jenny Collins, and Megan Todd on Dark Shadows. In this episode of Terror at Collinwood, the charming Marie sits down for a fun chat about her career in theatre and television. In addition to discussing her memories of DS and the characters she portrayed on the show, Marie talks about her early theatre experiences, reuniting with Jonathan Frid for ‘The Lion in Winter’, her interactions with ‘Dark Shadows’ fans, photography, her autobiography, painting, and more!
This episode of the podcast features the return of listener email! The show kicks off with a special thanks to every forum and group where Terror at Collinwood is shared, plus plugs for other podcasts. After that, Penny Dreadful dips her claws into the Collinsport mailbag to read and address messages and comments from fellow Dark Shadows fans! Topics include: Dark Shadows memories, time travel conundrums, thoughts on Roxanne Drew, quitting the podcast over criticism of the Burton film, listening to the show while exercising, stigma of not being a first generation fan, DS and Doctor Who, what if Mitchell Ryan had played Jeremiah, and much, much more!
A wide variety of memorable Dark Shadows collectibles have been released over the decades, surely with more to come. Jeff Kenny, a longtime DS fan, collector, and co-administrator of the Dark Shadows Collectors Facebook group, sits down for a show & tell chat about his favorite DS merchandise, rare holy grail items, and hopes for future collectibles. In addition, Jeff shares his passion for DS filming locations and discusses many important buildings and locations used in the series and films. Other topics include meeting DS actors, DS tattoos, Seaview Terrace, gatekeeping behavior in fandom, and much more!
In June of 1967 Grayson Hall joined the Dark Shadows cast as Dr. Julia Hoffman, a character who went on to play a pivotal role throughout the remainder of the series. In total, Grayson played six memorable characters on the show, including Magda Rakosi and Countess Natalie DuPres. This episode of Terror at Collinwood celebrates the 55th anniversary of Julia’s first appearance and features guests R.J. Jamison, who wrote the popular biography ‘Grayson Hall: A Hard Act to Follow’, and writer & longtime fan Steve Shutt. This fun and spirited discussion explores several favorite Grayson Hall scenes featuring each of her DS characters.
The deeply fascinating but oft-maligned Leviathans arc is the focus of this episode. Acclaimed authors Stephen Mark Rainey and Rick Lai visit the podcast to discuss and analyze this Dark Shadows storyline, while also looking at its inspirations. Other topics include Mark’s official work on the Dark Shadows Big Finish audio plays and the DS novel ‘Dreams of the Dark’, and Rick’s intriguing essay on the Leviathans as well as some of his fictional tales that incorporate nods to DS.
Note: Apologies for the audio issues near the end of this episode.
Prolific writer, film director, screenwriter, and classic horror fan, Don Glut, pops by the Terror at Collinwood podcast for a fun chat about his fandom for Dark Shadows. In addition to discussing his memories of discovering Dark Shadows in the 60’s, Don talks about meeting various DS stars over the years, and shares memories of working with Jerry Lacy in Tales of Frankenstein. Don also talks about being in the band Penny Arkade and hanging out with the band’s producer Michael Nesmith of The Monkees. Don also created The Occult Files of Dr. Spektor for Gold Key Comics and talks about trying to sneak Barnabas into an issue.
Since 2010, Hermes Press has been releasing high-quality collections and reprints of classic 60's and 70's Dark Shadows publications such as the Gold Key comics and story digest, the newspaper comic strips, and the Paperback Library novels. Managing Editor Sabrina Herman stops by the podcast to talk about the origins of DS at Hermes, the work that goes into putting these books together, and she even drops some tantalizing hints about potential future Hermes Press Dark Shadows books!
Dr. Andrew Higgins is a respected J.R.R. Tolkien scholar and longtime Dark Shadows fan who wrote the essay “The Gothic World-Building of Dark Shadows” for the publication, Exploring Imaginary Worlds: Essays on Media, Structure, and Subcreation. He visits Terror at Collinwood for a fun and insightful discussion about transmedia world-building, the primary vs. the secondary world, formalism, canon vs. non-canon, how spin-off media and fandom enriches and informs story worlds, and much more! Other topics include J.R.R. Tolkien, Andrew's memories of Dark Shadows, the story that inspired the use of I-Ching on DS, Angelique's confusing timeline, Grayson Hall, 1795, 1840, and much more!
This episode features a discussion with editor and writer Jim Beard who, along with Charles R. Rutledge, edited the new book Running Home to Shadows: Memories of TV’s First Supernatural Soap from Today’s Grown-Up Kids from Becky Books. We talk about the book, its contents, how the project came together, and about Jim and his wife Becky's history with Dark Shadows and classic horror movies. This spirited conversation touches on many topics, including Sir Graves Ghastly, Batman, Kolchak, the Planet of the Apes fiction anthology, a proposed Dark Shadows fiction anthology, Universal and Hammer horror, pulp heroes and, of course, running home from school to watch Dark Shadows.
This special episode of Terror at Collinwood is a celebration of the 55th anniversary of Jonathan Frid’s first appearance as Barnabas Collins on Dark Shadows! The show opens with a delightful discussion featuring special guest David Selby, who portrayed the iconic Quentin Collins in Dark Shadows. Following the interview, there’s a fun and spirited chat with special guests Mary O’Leary, Nancy Kersey and Will McKinley, who worked with Jonathan Frid in the development of his one-man shows in the 1980’s era. Finally, the episode concludes with a rare and exciting recording of Jonathan Frid reading Dead Call by author William F. Nolan, featuring music by David Christenberry/RaveDave60 Music. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Kay Fry.
This short episode kicks off with a tribute to the late Mitchell Ryan from Jeff Owens and Richard Chamberlain of the 'Classic Horrors Club' podcast! After that, Penny examines some possibilities about what might have taken place before Barnabas changed history in 1897.
The iconic and beloved 1897 storyline garnered Dark Shadows its highest ratings when it originally aired in 1969. Longtime DS fan and editor of the online eZine 'The Collins Mausoleum', Joe Escobar, visits the podcast to discuss this mega-popular set of episodes. Stay tuned until the end for tributes to the late Mitchell Ryan from Rob and Phyllis Floyd of the 'Fantasmo After Dark' podcast and Jule Saynes of the 'Resident of Collinwood' YouTube podcast.
Another frenzied (and geeky) lecture? You bet! This time, Penny Dreadful tackles major characteristics of gothic horror & gothic romance and illustrates their use in Dark Shadows. Topics include Terror at Collinwood’s Rondo Award nomination for best podcast (!!!), Terror vs. Horror, “spackling” continuity and bloopers, atmosphere of the gothic, otherness, serials, obsession, madness, love triangles, monsters and the supernatural, heightened emotion, the sublime, subverting the gothic, and much more!
Be sure to vote in the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards! Terror at Collinwood was nominated for Best Podcast & Penny Dreadful was nominated for Favorite Horror Host
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Ricardo Rebelo is a filmmaker, professor of communications, and former director of the Rhode Island International Horror Film Festival. In this episode, Ric joins Penny Dreadful as they rank the Dark Shadows remakes and reboots! Other topics include the atmosphere of New England, Ric’s introduction to DS and the horror genre, hopes for the future, and much more!
Graphic designer, Big Finish audio producer, and writer Stuart Manning visits the podcast to discuss his upcoming 'Dark Shadows' print fanzine 'Daytime Gothic'. Other topics include Stuart's work on the Big Finish DS audio dramas, the Dark Shadows News Page, the Dark Shadows Journal, Stuart's introduction to DS, the Burton film, DS in the UK, and much, much more!
Selected listener email messages are read and addressed! Topics include 'Daytime Gothic' 'zine announcement, explanation of the job Willie had to do, was the Leviathan storyline really as bad as some fans say, spinoff media requests, lots of fan memories, and much more!
Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning writer/producer Mark B. Perry visits Terror at Collinwood to discuss his much-anticipated sequel series, Dark Shadows: Reincarnation. Discussion topics include the current status of DS: Reincarnation, Mark's introduction to DS and monster culture, referencing past DS storylines and characters, bringing back actors from the classic show, locations and music, and much, much more!
Kathleen Resch, a truly instrumental figure in the history of Dark Shadows fandom, visits Terror at Collinwoodto discuss the genesis, development, and growth of the post-1971 DS fan community. Kathy was the creator/publisher behind the long-running flagship DS fanzine, The World of Dark Shadows. She also published the beloved Dark Shadows Concordances and was co-writer on official publications such as The Dark Shadows Companion. In addition, Kathy was one of the core founders and organizers behind the celebrated Dark Shadows Festivals. Listen as this fandom legend recounts her many experiences with Dark Shadows and its devoted fan community.
Dark Shadows: A Christmas Carol reunites ten members of the original DS cast for a very special yuletide event presented by Smartphone Theatre. Actress Kathryn Leigh Scott (Maggie Evans, Josette DuPres Collins from Dark Shadows), Ansel Faraj (filmmaker Loon Lake, Dr. Mabuse series), and Richard Halpern (actor and singer, Mr. Tin Pan Alley, Austin Powers impersonator) visit the podcast for a spirited discussion about this incredible, once-in-a-lifetime event! Other topics include recollections about DS and hopes for DS in the future.
Rondo Award-winning writer Rod Labbe has interviewed many of the Dark Shadows stars over the years, and even ran the Dennis Patrick fan club in 1969-1970. He visits Terror at Collinwood to discuss his DS and monster memories! After that, Rod and Penny look at the DS actors who played six or more characters on the show and challenge themselves to pick their favorites from each set!
Penny Dreadful launches into a frenzied twenty-minute lecture about Dark Shadows needing more representation in popular culture, after which she is joined by perfumer Roberta Andrade to discuss the short-but-memorable Return to 1796 storyline. Other topics include current DS news and plugs for other DS podcasts.
This special Halloween installment of the podcast takes place within the eerie halls of Collinwood itself! Recorded on-location at Seaview Terrace aka the Carey Mansion, the episode features interviews with longtime Dark Shadows fans Bob Issel, Jimmy Hutcheson, Helen Samaras, Guy Haines, Vivian Hardwick, Nina Ogle, Mary Wasmer, and Marge Hicks. In addition to talk about Dark Shadows and the annual parties at the great house, Bob talks about the incredible new book ‘Our Shadowed Past’. Finally, several of the guests reveal their own real-life ghostly encounters at the haunted mansion.
Prolific Role-Playing Game designer, author, editor, and artist Stephen D. Sullivan visits the show to discuss the Werewolf and Ghost of Quentin Collins storylines from Dark Shadows. Other topics include speculation about whether Dark Shadows would work as a tabletop RPG plus discussion about horror RPGs, including Stephen's own work on D&D and the original CHILL horror role-playing game.
Author and editor Rich Handley visits the podcast to discuss the Creation of Adam & Eve and Dream Curse storylines. Concurrent plots and characters are also discussed, including star-crossed lovers Jeff/Peter and Vicki, Elizabeth’s obsession with being buried alive, the diabolical machinations of Cassandra and Nicholas Blair, the mad science of Dr. Eric Lang, Diabolos, vampire Angelique, Tom Jennings, Maggie’s memories, Professor Stokes, and more!
Daytime Emmy Award-winning producer/director Mary O'Leary visits the podcast to discuss her upcoming documentary, Dark Shadows and Beyond: The Jonathan Frid Story. Mary also talks about her Clunes Associates partnership with Mr. Frid, tells stories about what she discovered in her research for the documentary, discusses Jonathan's experiences with acting, and of course shares insights into Jonathan's time on Dark Shadows.
This episode features an interview with three-time Daytime Emmy Award winner Nick Besink, who served as a video engineer on the original Dark Shadows. Nick offers a fascinating look at what it was like to work on DS, and talks about his extensive career in broadcasting and video production.
Wallace McBride and Patrick McCray of the Collinsport Historical Society visit Terror at Collinwood to discuss The Dark Shadows Daybook, a new book written by Mr. McCray and designed by Mr. McBride. It is currently the #1 Best Seller in Horror & Supernatural Literary Criticism. Additional topics include the origins of the Collinsport Historical Society website, Unlovely Frankenstein, Monster Serial, the CHS Podcast, favorite characters and storylines, and more!
Selections from the first batch of listener email messages and comments are read and addressed! Topics include fan memories, character and storyline theories, the evolution of Quentin Collins, Angelique's attempt to undo the vampire curse, a few things Penny liked about the Burton movie (?!), the Monster Craze, classifying Nicholas Blair, and much more!
In this episode, Penny is joined by Tom Diamon, co-host of The Literary License Podcast. They start the conversation with an extensive look at Tom's background in the DS fandom and his interactions with Jonathan Frid, then shift to a discussion about the remarkable Thayer David as they examine each of Thayer's Dark Shadows characters.
Penny is joined by Dominique Lamssies, writer and blogger at the University of the Bizarre and head necromancer at the House of Silent Graves Etsy shop. Dominique and Penny are sent on an uncertain and frightening journey into the past as they explore Dark Shadows' groundbreaking 1795 storyline! Other topics include Dominique’s introduction to DS, the intersection of classism and sexism in 18th century Collinsport, Sarah’s powers, and more!
Dark Shadows has a huge following among LGBT+ fans, and this episode celebrates that fact with fun and insightful audio clips from passionate LGBT 'Dark Shadows' fans who express why DS resonates so strongly with them, and why they love the show so much. Featuring: Peter Mac, John Dimes, Bobby Lugosi, David-Elijah Nahmod, John Faust, and Julie M. Grizzle.
Rondo Award-winning filmmaker Ansel Faraj visits with Penny to discuss his filmmaking experiences and influences, as well as many other Dark Shadows-related topics such as working with the DS stars, info on the 'Night of Dark Shadows' restoration project, what happened with the Burton film, not giving up on 'Dark Shadows: Reincarnation', trying to categorize the classic series, and tons of references to horror movies, TV shows, plays, and stories. And that's just the tip of the iceberg! There's a lot of info packed into this episode!
Author, pop culture specialist, 'Dark Shadows' historian, and retired English professor, Dr. Jeff Thompson, joins Penny for an examination of the storyline that introduced iconic vampire Barnabas Collins to DS, turning the series into a hit and forever cementing its place in pop culture history. Other topics include Jeff's books on Dan Curtis, his magazine articles, Hermes Press book introductions, the Collinsport Players, Barnabas' influence on subsequent vampire depictions, and more! You won't want to miss this episode of Terror at Collinwood – A Dark Shadows Podcast!
Poet and writer Rachel Freitas joins Penny in episode three of 'Terror at Collinwood'. They discuss the pre-Barnabas phoenix storyline, examining the character of Laura Collins and her important role as 'Dark Shadows'’ first supernatural antagonist. Next, they take a look at the Jason McGuire blackmail storyline and the challenges faced by Elizabeth Collins Stoddard. Additional topics include Rachel’s writing and her introduction to 'Dark Shadows', DS' influence on 'Port Charles', and a look at the unaired DS 2004 WB pilot. Join us for another eerie episode of the Dark Shadows podcast, 'Terror at Collinwood'.
Artist and writer Eric Marshall joins Penny for episode two of Terror at Collinwood. In this episode, they examine the show’s earliest Pre-Barnabas storylines and characters as they discuss Victoria Winters’ search for her parentage, Burke Devlin’s quest for revenge, and the death of Bill Malloy. They also take several side trips into other storylines and touch on topics such as whether or not a Dark Shadows remake could actually work.
Welcome to the first episode of Terror at Collinwood, a podcast dedicated to the 1966-1971 gothic television serial, Dark Shadows. Join Penny as she touches upon some characteristics of the gothic TV classic, followed by memories of her introduction to the show and its fandom.