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Luis van Rooten, (November 29, 1906 - June 17, 1973) was an American film actor. He was christened Luis d'Antin van Rooten.
Van Rooten earned his BA at the University of Pennsylvania and worked as an architect before deciding to pursue film work in Hollywood during World War II. His facility with languages made van Rooten an in-demand military radio announcer during the war, and he conducted a variety of broadcasts in Italian, Spanish, and French. This led into film work, often in roles requiring an accent or skill with dialects.
Known for his villainous roles, he played Nazi ringleader Heinrich Himmler in both Hitler's Madman (1943) and Operation Eichmann (1961). He played supporting roles with a number of film stars, including Alan Ladd in Two Years Before the Mast (1946) and Beyond Glory (1948), Charles Laughton in The Big Clock (1948), Veronica Lake in Saigon (1948), Edward G. Robinson in Night Has a Thousand Eyes (1948), and Kirk Douglas in Detective Story (1951). He provided the voices for both the King and the Grand Duke in Disney's animated Cinderella.
Nero Wolfe is a fictional character, an armchair detective created in 1934 by American mystery writer Rex Stout. Wolfe's confidential assistant Archie Goodwin narrates the cases of the detective genius. Stout wrote 33 novels and 39 short stories from 1934 to 1975, with most of them set in New York City. Wolfe's residence features prominently in the series, a luxurious brownstone on West 35th Street. Many radio, television, and film adaptations have been made from the stories.
The Nero Wolfe corpus was nominated for Best Mystery Series of the Century at Bouchercon 2000, the world's largest mystery convention, and Rex Stout was a nominee for Best Mystery Writer of the Century.
The Nero Wolfe stories take place contemporaneously with their writing and depict a changing landscape and society. The principal characters in the corpus do not age. Nero Wolfe's age is 56 according to Rex Stout, although it is not directly stated in the stories.
"Those stories have ignored time for thirty-nine years," Stout told his authorized biographer John McAleer. "Any reader who can't or won't do the same should skip them. I didn't age the characters because I didn't want to. That would have made it cumbersome and would seem to have centered attention on the characters rather than the stories."
Santos Edward Ortega (June 30, 1899 – April 10, 1976) was an American actor and comedian. He played Will Hughes in As the World Turns, taking over from Will Lee (who only played one episode). Ortega continued in the role until his death in 1976.
Ortega was born in New York City, New York on June 30, 1899, to parents Rafael (born in Venezuela and of Spanish descent) and Isabella (née Corbett, from Ireland) Ortega. Rafael Ortega was a cigar maker by trade, which may have influenced his son's habit of cigar smoking throughout his career.
Ortega initially had aspirations of joining the priesthood and studied briefly at the Christian Brothers Seminary in Pocantico Hills, New York, but changed his mind after landing a series of small acting roles in a series of Broadway productions.
He began his career in the theater in "an extravaganza at the old Hippodrome Theater. Later, he went on tour with a singing group, returning to New York City to appear on the Broadway stage including roles in Jeb (1946), Puppets of Passion (1927), What Never Dies (1926-1927), What's the Use (1926), and Marilyn's Affairs.
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New Adventures is a British dance company, specialising in contemporary dance. Founded by the choreographer Matthew Bourne in 2002, the company developed from an earlier company Adventures in Motion Pictures, which was later dissolved.
Matthew Bourne was the artistic director of his first company, Adventures in Motion Pictures, from 1987 until 2002. During those 15 years AMP became the UK's most innovative and popular dance/theatre company, creating an enormous new audience for dance with its groundbreaking work both at home and internationally (works include: Spitfire, The Infernal Galop, Town and Country, Deadly Serious, Nutcracker!, Highland Fling, Edward Scissorhands, Swan Lake, Cinderella and The Car Man).
In 2002 Bourne launched his latest company, New Adventures, with two highly successful productions. Play Without Words premiered as part of the National Theatre's Transformations Season and went on to win Best Entertainment and Choreography at that year's Olivier Awards. It then embarked on a World Tour and premiered in New York, Los Angeles and Moscow in 2005. Bourne's revised Nutcracker! also premiered at Sadler's Wells in 2002 and became an instant popular hit with audiences and critics, returning the following year for a second sell-out season. It became the first ballet to be screened by BBC1 in over 20 years and then also embarked on a world tour.
One Step Beyond S02E24 The Mask
The Voices of Disney (Part One)
The Most Incredible Challenge (1965)
Suspense S05E11 Monsieur Vidocq
Un petit d'un petit an English nursery rhyme in a French accent
Living 1951 "What Do They Think of Us?"
''Four Star Playhouse'' - Second Dawn
New Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - Dear Dead Lady (November 3, 1950)
Suspense S05E01 The Old Lady of Bayeux
Perry Como Presents Cinderella (Live, 1950)
New Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - The Tell-Tale Ribbon (March 30, 1951)
Adventures Of The Abbotts -The Dead Whte Lifeboat (April 24, 1955)
Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - Dear Dead Lady (November 3, 1950)
New Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - The Deadly Sellout (January 5, 1951)
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New Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - Party For Death (February 16, 1951)
New Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - The Slaughtered Santas (December 22, 1950)
Adventures Of The Abbotts -The Pink Elephant (April 10, 1955)
Adventures Of Nero Wolfe - The Disappearing Diamonds (March 9, 1951)
The Damon Runyon Theater - Neat Strip (December 11, 1949)
2.24 One Step Beyond: THE MASK 01Mar1960 Written by Joseph Petracca, Russell Beggs, and Merwin Gerard Directed by John Newland Wesley Lau, Leonard Wilenski, Luis Van Rooten, Brimley, Joan Elan, Nurse, Stephen Bekassy, Doctor, Synopsis: A World War II flier, recovering in a hospital from over-exposure to the desert sun, is possessed by the spirit of a long-dead Egyptian prince. Series Premise: John Newland, the series host would open most shows with this line: "What you are about to see is a matter of human record. The show was on television at the same time as the very popular Twilight Zone, but was not as famous, but when the producers forgot to renew the copyright on the shows in the late 1980's local stations started playing the series a lot, and it has become more popular sinc...
Part one in a three part series on Disney voice talent trivia. Featuring the voice talents of: Billy Gilbert James MacDonald Eleanor Audley Verna Felton Luis Van Rooten June Foray Kathryn Beaumont Heather Angel Bobby Driscoll Evelyn Venable Tom Conway Betty Lou Gerson Martha Wentworth Lucille Bliss Ben Wright Mary Wickes Jane Withers Rickie Sorensen Richard Reitherman Robert Reitherman Bruce Reitherman Jon Walmsley Timothy Turner This use of Disney's copyrighted material is used for commentary and falls under Fair Use.
This film, narrated by Luis Van Rooten and directed by Robert Braverman, was produced by the Radio Liberty (RL) Committee, the parent organization of Radio Liberty, to publicize RL in the United States. The film features RLs production center in Munich, its news-gathering operations around the world, and its transmitter facilities in Germany, Spain, and Taiwan.
5.11 [--] Suspense: MONSIEUR VIDOCQ 18Nov1952 Teleplay by Victor Wolfson / From a story by Henry Thomas and Dana Lee Thomas Directed by Robert Mulligan Luis Van Rooten, Monsieur Vidocq, Jacques Aubuchon, Chief of Police Henri, Nigel Green, Mr. Williams from Scotland Yard, Francis Bethencourt, Marquis De Villiers, Henry Lascoe, George, Diane de Brett, Countess du Barry, Alfred Leberfeld, Gendarme, Synopsis: A retired thief is enlisted to aid the French police and Scotland Yard to solve a case of robbery at the National Museum, a mirror of Louis XIV. The artwork seems to be fenced in England so the Queen sends Scotland Yard's finest. [RF] Epsiode information courtesy: http://ctva.biz/US/Anthology/Suspense.htm Series Premise: Suspense is an American television anthology series that r...
Mots D'Heures: Gousses, Rames: by Luis d'Antin van Rooten appears to be a collection of poems in French. In fact, they are English nursery rhymes as spoken in an outrageous French accent Here's one Un petit d'un petit S'étonne aux Halles Un petit d'un petit Ah! degrés te fallent Indolent qui ne sort cesse Indolent qui ne se mène Qu'importe un petit d'un petit Tout Gai de Reguennes.
This radio drama-documentary comes across as a commercial for Radio Free Europe. The narrator is Ben Grauer. Others in the cast are Bryna Raeburn, Ross Martin, Ivor Francis, Jack Lloyd, and Luis van Rooten.
Anthology series. This episode, a period drama about a blind man who has the chance to see. Aired 4 February 1954. Charles Boyer, Dorothy Hart, Luis Van Rooten, Edwin Jerome and Neil Fitzgerald.
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
5.01 [--] Suspense: THE OLD LADY OF BAYEUX 02Sep1952 Teleplay by Halsted Welles / From a story by Georges Simenon Directed by Robert Stevens Announcer Rex Marshall Luis van Rooten, Monsieur Margret, Edgar Stehli, Phillippe Dellgeard, Nicole Stephan, Cecile Ledru, Isabel Bonner, Marie Dellgeard, Alan Stevenson, Dr. Llevin, Donald Foster, Butler, Michael Galloway, Boyfriend, Adeline Adler, Cook, Elmer Lehr, Waiter, Synopsis: A dowager dies of a heart attack at her nephews estate. The woman accompanying her contacts the police convinced that it was murder. [RF] Synopsis 2: A girl risks her life in an attempt to solve the mysterious death of her benefactress, a wealthy dowager. *NOTE: Parisian screen star Nicole Stephan makes her TV debut. Epsiode information courtesy: http://ctva.bi...
Live on The Perry Como Show. Year: 1950. The Fontane Sisters - The Work Song 0:40 The Fontane Sisters - Little Dressmakers 1:36 Ilene Woods - A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes 2:36 Ilene Woods, P.Como & The Fontane Sisters - Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo 4:22 Cinderella is a 1950 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney and originally released by RKO Radio Pictures. Based on the fairy tale Cinderella by Charles Perrault, it is the twelfth Disney animated feature film. Directing credits go to Clyde Geronimi, Hamilton Luske, and Wilfred Jackson. Songs were written by Mack David, Jerry Livingston, and Al Hoffman. Songs in the film include "Cinderella", "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes", "Sing Sweet Nightingale", "The Work Song", "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo", and "So This is Love". ...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
The Abbott Mysteries was a comedy-mystery radio program adapted from the novels of Frances Crane (1896-1981). Initially a summer replacement for Quick As a Flash, the series was heard on Mutual and NBC between the years 1945 and 1955. The Mutual series, sponsored by Helbros Watches, debuted June 10, 1945, airing Sundays at 6pm. The scripts by Howard Merrill and Ed Adamson were in the lighthearted tradition of Mr. and Mrs. North. Julie Stevens and Charles Webster starred as Jean and Pat Abbott, a San Francisco married couple who solved murder mysteries. In the supporting cast were Jean Ellyn, Sydney Slon and Luis van Rooten. Moving to 5:30pm in 1946, Les Tremayne and Alice Reinheart took over the roles until the end of the series on August 31, 1947. --------------------------------------...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
The Abbott Mysteries was a comedy-mystery radio program adapted from the novels of Frances Crane (1896-1981). Initially a summer replacement for Quick As a Flash, the series was heard on Mutual and NBC between the years 1945 and 1955. The Mutual series, sponsored by Helbros Watches, debuted June 10, 1945, airing Sundays at 6pm. The scripts by Howard Merrill and Ed Adamson were in the lighthearted tradition of Mr. and Mrs. North. Julie Stevens and Charles Webster starred as Jean and Pat Abbott, a San Francisco married couple who solved murder mysteries. In the supporting cast were Jean Ellyn, Sydney Slon and Luis van Rooten. Moving to 5:30pm in 1946, Les Tremayne and Alice Reinheart took over the roles until the end of the series on August 31, 1947. --------------------------------------...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy — indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's ...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2.24 One Step Beyond: THE MASK 01Mar1960 Written by Joseph Petracca, Russell Beggs, and Merwin Gerard Directed by John Newland Wesley Lau, Leonard Wilenski, Luis Van Rooten, Brimley, Joan Elan, Nurse, Stephen Bekassy, Doctor, Synopsis: A World War II flier, recovering in a hospital from over-exposure to the desert sun, is possessed by the spirit of a long-dead Egyptian prince. Series Premise: John Newland, the series host would open most shows with this line: "What you are about to see is a matter of human record. The show was on television at the same time as the very popular Twilight Zone, but was not as famous, but when the producers forgot to renew the copyright on the shows in the late 1980's local stations started playing the series a lot, and it has become more popular sinc...
This film, narrated by Luis Van Rooten and directed by Robert Braverman, was produced by the Radio Liberty (RL) Committee, the parent organization of Radio Liberty, to publicize RL in the United States. The film features RLs production center in Munich, its news-gathering operations around the world, and its transmitter facilities in Germany, Spain, and Taiwan.
5.11 [--] Suspense: MONSIEUR VIDOCQ 18Nov1952 Teleplay by Victor Wolfson / From a story by Henry Thomas and Dana Lee Thomas Directed by Robert Mulligan Luis Van Rooten, Monsieur Vidocq, Jacques Aubuchon, Chief of Police Henri, Nigel Green, Mr. Williams from Scotland Yard, Francis Bethencourt, Marquis De Villiers, Henry Lascoe, George, Diane de Brett, Countess du Barry, Alfred Leberfeld, Gendarme, Synopsis: A retired thief is enlisted to aid the French police and Scotland Yard to solve a case of robbery at the National Museum, a mirror of Louis XIV. The artwork seems to be fenced in England so the Queen sends Scotland Yard's finest. [RF] Epsiode information courtesy: http://ctva.biz/US/Anthology/Suspense.htm Series Premise: Suspense is an American television anthology series that r...
Anthology series. This episode, a period drama about a blind man who has the chance to see. Aired 4 February 1954. Charles Boyer, Dorothy Hart, Luis Van Rooten, Edwin Jerome and Neil Fitzgerald.
5.01 [--] Suspense: THE OLD LADY OF BAYEUX 02Sep1952 Teleplay by Halsted Welles / From a story by Georges Simenon Directed by Robert Stevens Announcer Rex Marshall Luis van Rooten, Monsieur Margret, Edgar Stehli, Phillippe Dellgeard, Nicole Stephan, Cecile Ledru, Isabel Bonner, Marie Dellgeard, Alan Stevenson, Dr. Llevin, Donald Foster, Butler, Michael Galloway, Boyfriend, Adeline Adler, Cook, Elmer Lehr, Waiter, Synopsis: A dowager dies of a heart attack at her nephews estate. The woman accompanying her contacts the police convinced that it was murder. [RF] Synopsis 2: A girl risks her life in an attempt to solve the mysterious death of her benefactress, a wealthy dowager. *NOTE: Parisian screen star Nicole Stephan makes her TV debut. Epsiode information courtesy: http://ctva.bi...
This radio drama-documentary comes across as a commercial for Radio Free Europe. The narrator is Ben Grauer. Others in the cast are Bryna Raeburn, Ross Martin, Ivor Francis, Jack Lloyd, and Luis van Rooten.
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy — indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's ...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy — indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's ...
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
The role played by Ilona Massey, a Hungarian-born actress, was created in her likeness, which included her sultry voice and her heavy accent. As a government agent, Massey witnesses train murders, orders poisoned glasses of brandy, and examines the tattoos on a rebellious pigeon. She travels to Tangiers, London, and discovers Nazi spy rings in Berlin. Pack your suitcase, slip into your designer incognito clothiers, and cut your tongue out because Ilona Massey is ready to take you on the top secret mission of a lifetime! Principal Actors, Ilona Massey, Bryna Raeburn, Luis Van Rooten, Bernard Grant, Lester Fletcher, Tommy Frederick, Carl Emory, Earl Hammond, Ralph Bell, Andrew Duggan, Scott Tennyson, Leon Janney, Connie Lumke, Lionel Wilson, Ronald Long, Ruth York, Theo Gertz, Peter Cappel...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Abbott Mysteries was a comedy-mystery radio program adapted from the novels of Frances Crane (1896-1981). Initially a summer replacement for Quick As a Flash, the series was heard on Mutual and NBC between the years 1945 and 1955. The Mutual series, sponsored by Helbros Watches, debuted June 10, 1945, airing Sundays at 6pm. The scripts by Howard Merrill and Ed Adamson were in the lighthearted tradition of Mr. and Mrs. North. Julie Stevens and Charles Webster starred as Jean and Pat Abbott, a San Francisco married couple who solved murder mysteries. In the supporting cast were Jean Ellyn, Sydney Slon and Luis van Rooten. Moving to 5:30pm in 1946, Les Tremayne and Alice Reinheart took over the roles until the end of the series on August 31, 1947. ----------------------------------------...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Part one in a three part series on Disney voice talent trivia. Featuring the voice talents of: Billy Gilbert James MacDonald Eleanor Audley Verna Felton Luis Van Rooten June Foray Kathryn Beaumont Heather Angel Bobby Driscoll Evelyn Venable Tom Conway Betty Lou Gerson Martha Wentworth Lucille Bliss Ben Wright Mary Wickes Jane Withers Rickie Sorensen Richard Reitherman Robert Reitherman Bruce Reitherman Jon Walmsley Timothy Turner This use of Disney's copyrighted material is used for commentary and falls under Fair Use.
Louis van der Watt interview: Atterbury Europe - a joint venture company formed by Atterbury Group and foreign investors - has launched its inaugural investment in the Serbian retail property market by joining forces with one of Serbia’s largest real estate development companies, MPC Properties. Atterbury Europe jointly with Attacq Limited, has acquired a one-third stake in a €259-million gross asset value portfolio of seven Serbian shopping centres with MPC Properties – including the country’s largest mall, Ušće Shopping Centre, in its capital Belgrade.
Programma wat in het teken staat van de uitreiking van de Gouden Televizierring. Deze prijs wordt jaarlijks uitgereikt aan een door het publiek gekozen programma. Reportage van Pieter Varekamp n.a.v. de uitreiking van de Televizierring aan cabaretière Martine Bijl in het Ocurahotel. M.m.v. orkest The Skymasters o.l.v. Tony Nolte, zangeres Greetje Kauffeld, Ack van Rooyen, Karel Prior, zanger Louis Neefs, Rein van Rooy, Willem Duys en imitator Robert Paul. Interview van Pieter Varekamp met Martine Bijl en Henk van der Molen, die de "Burenruzie" als leukste fragment kiezen.
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The Masters of Success project is an inspirational talk show that aims to inspire Namibians from all walks of life by bringing in different inspiring personalities across the African continent.
This radio drama-documentary comes across as a commercial for Radio Free Europe. The narrator is Ben Grauer. Others in the cast are Bryna Raeburn, Ross Martin, Ivor Francis, Jack Lloyd, and Luis van Rooten.
Barend Hendrik Strydom, also known as the White Wolf (Afrikaans: Wit Wolf), is a convicted spree killer who was sentenced to death for shooting dead seven black people (and wounding 15 more) in Strijdom Square in Pretoria, South Africa on 15 November 1988. He had earlier killed a woman and injured another in a trial run in preparation for the massacre. At time of the crime, only 23 years of age, Strydom claimed he was the leader of the White Wolves (Afrikaans: Wit Wolwe). Police later found that this was only a figment of Strydom's imagination. Strydom, who claimed to be a Christian, meditated and prayed for a number of days before committing the crime; he later claimed that God gave him no sign that he must not carry on with his plans. Strydom was sentenced to death, but the South African...
The British and Irish lions rugby team are soon to tour South Africa to play the Springboks......While filming on location in Lion Park, South Africa an English film director is challenged by South African cameraman Greg Nelson and Lion handler Louis van Rooyen to see how far they can spit Springbok poo.
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Dit is een zeer zeldzame flexidisc van de Amsterdamsche Studenten Almanak uit 1966, en op deze b-kant staan drie personen die heel veel hebben gedaan voor de muziek industrie.Maar dan mag ik ook de radio,tv en filmwereld niet vergeten.Op google is absoluut niks te vinden over dit schijfje, maar het is wel bijzonder dat er drie grootheden op dit plaatje staan.Het eerste liedje wordt gezongen door Martruij v.d. Linden, en over haar heb ik helemaal geen info kunnen vinden.Het liedje "Billie" is geschreven door Walter van Emde Boas, en Walter is nu werkzaam als o.a. neuroloog. Martruij wordt begeleid door Rogier van Otterloo, en dat is toch wel bijzonder.Het tweede nummer "Heb je geen zin" is geschreven door de veel te vroeg overleden Jop Pannekoek, en Jop regiseerde en maakte ontelbare tv pro...
John Lydon talks about Jimmy Savile and his 'seediness' during an interview recorded for BBC radio in late 1978, this excerpt was not broadcast but has just been made available as part of the reissue of the first PIL album. Interviewer: Vivienne Goldman.
Avril Interviews Prophet Keith van Rooyen of Unlimited Ministries. The prophetic voice to the nation.
Luhambo means "journey" in Xhosa, one of South Africa's 11 official languages. Luhambo is the story of a young boy on an enchanted journey of self discovery. This short film was a finalist in the international Louis Vuitton Journeys Awards and received a Special Mention Award. Contestants were asked to make a 2 minute film using the provided Journey script. The jury included award winning film makers Wong Kar-Wai (Happy Together), Sofia Coppola (Virgin Suicides, Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette), and musical composer Gustavo A. Santaolalla (Amorres Perros, 21 Grams, Babel, Brokeback Mountain). "Congratulations, William Francis Nicholson, your movie conveys it is through encounters that you will find yourself. You embarked on a sensitive journey that touched the heart of the L...
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Zuma's latest statements on David van Rooyen being the MOST qualified for the position of Finance Minister, reminded me so much of his statements on Africa being the biggest continent . . . in the world, that I had to dub that speech, in order to best express "his views" on David van Rooyen. Here it is. For your amusement.
2.24 One Step Beyond: THE MASK 01Mar1960 Written by Joseph Petracca, Russell Beggs, and Merwin Gerard Directed by John Newland Wesley Lau, Leonard Wilenski, Luis Van Rooten, Brimley, Joan Elan, Nurse, Stephen Bekassy, Doctor, Synopsis: A World War II flier, recovering in a hospital from over-exposure to the desert sun, is possessed by the spirit of a long-dead Egyptian prince. Series Premise: John Newland, the series host would open most shows with this line: "What you are about to see is a matter of human record. The show was on television at the same time as the very popular Twilight Zone, but was not as famous, but when the producers forgot to renew the copyright on the shows in the late 1980's local stations started playing the series a lot, and it has become more popular sinc...
This film, narrated by Luis Van Rooten and directed by Robert Braverman, was produced by the Radio Liberty (RL) Committee, the parent organization of Radio Liberty, to publicize RL in the United States. The film features RLs production center in Munich, its news-gathering operations around the world, and its transmitter facilities in Germany, Spain, and Taiwan.
5.11 [--] Suspense: MONSIEUR VIDOCQ 18Nov1952 Teleplay by Victor Wolfson / From a story by Henry Thomas and Dana Lee Thomas Directed by Robert Mulligan Luis Van Rooten, Monsieur Vidocq, Jacques Aubuchon, Chief of Police Henri, Nigel Green, Mr. Williams from Scotland Yard, Francis Bethencourt, Marquis De Villiers, Henry Lascoe, George, Diane de Brett, Countess du Barry, Alfred Leberfeld, Gendarme, Synopsis: A retired thief is enlisted to aid the French police and Scotland Yard to solve a case of robbery at the National Museum, a mirror of Louis XIV. The artwork seems to be fenced in England so the Queen sends Scotland Yard's finest. [RF] Epsiode information courtesy: http://ctva.biz/US/Anthology/Suspense.htm Series Premise: Suspense is an American television anthology series that r...
Anthology series. This episode, a period drama about a blind man who has the chance to see. Aired 4 February 1954. Charles Boyer, Dorothy Hart, Luis Van Rooten, Edwin Jerome and Neil Fitzgerald.
5.01 [--] Suspense: THE OLD LADY OF BAYEUX 02Sep1952 Teleplay by Halsted Welles / From a story by Georges Simenon Directed by Robert Stevens Announcer Rex Marshall Luis van Rooten, Monsieur Margret, Edgar Stehli, Phillippe Dellgeard, Nicole Stephan, Cecile Ledru, Isabel Bonner, Marie Dellgeard, Alan Stevenson, Dr. Llevin, Donald Foster, Butler, Michael Galloway, Boyfriend, Adeline Adler, Cook, Elmer Lehr, Waiter, Synopsis: A dowager dies of a heart attack at her nephews estate. The woman accompanying her contacts the police convinced that it was murder. [RF] Synopsis 2: A girl risks her life in an attempt to solve the mysterious death of her benefactress, a wealthy dowager. *NOTE: Parisian screen star Nicole Stephan makes her TV debut. Epsiode information courtesy: http://ctva.bi...
This radio drama-documentary comes across as a commercial for Radio Free Europe. The narrator is Ben Grauer. Others in the cast are Bryna Raeburn, Ross Martin, Ivor Francis, Jack Lloyd, and Luis van Rooten.
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy — indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's ...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy — indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's ...
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
The role played by Ilona Massey, a Hungarian-born actress, was created in her likeness, which included her sultry voice and her heavy accent. As a government agent, Massey witnesses train murders, orders poisoned glasses of brandy, and examines the tattoos on a rebellious pigeon. She travels to Tangiers, London, and discovers Nazi spy rings in Berlin. Pack your suitcase, slip into your designer incognito clothiers, and cut your tongue out because Ilona Massey is ready to take you on the top secret mission of a lifetime! Principal Actors, Ilona Massey, Bryna Raeburn, Luis Van Rooten, Bernard Grant, Lester Fletcher, Tommy Frederick, Carl Emory, Earl Hammond, Ralph Bell, Andrew Duggan, Scott Tennyson, Leon Janney, Connie Lumke, Lionel Wilson, Ronald Long, Ruth York, Theo Gertz, Peter Cappel...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Written and directed by Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the radio series was sponsored by Adams Hats. It began on the Mutual Broadcasting System, December 5, 1943, continuing in many different time slots until September 16, 1952. The lonely sound of a distant locomotive heralded the arrival of the sinister narrator (portrayed by Maurice Tarplin), who introduced himself each week in the following manner: This is the Mysterious Traveler, inviting you to join me on another journey into the strange and terrifying. I hope you will enjoy the trip, that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little. So settle back, get a good grip on your nerves and be comfortable—if you can! Cast members included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, Elspeth Eric, Wendell Holmes, Bill Johnstone, Joseph...
The Damon Runyon Theater radio series dramatized 52 of Runyon's short stories in weekly broadcasts running from October 1948 to September 1949 (with reruns until 1951). The series was produced by Alan Ladd's Mayfair Transcription Company for syndication to local radio stations. John Brown played the character "Broadway," who doubled as host and narrator. The cast also comprised Alan Reed, Luis Van Rooten, Joseph Du Val, Gerald Mohr, Frank Lovejoy, Herb Vigran, Sheldon Leonard, William Conrad, Jeff Chandler, Lionel Stander, Sidney Miller, Olive Deering and Joe De Santis. Pat O'Brien was initially engaged for the role of "Broadway". --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Abbott Mysteries was a comedy-mystery radio program adapted from the novels of Frances Crane (1896-1981). Initially a summer replacement for Quick As a Flash, the series was heard on Mutual and NBC between the years 1945 and 1955. The Mutual series, sponsored by Helbros Watches, debuted June 10, 1945, airing Sundays at 6pm. The scripts by Howard Merrill and Ed Adamson were in the lighthearted tradition of Mr. and Mrs. North. Julie Stevens and Charles Webster starred as Jean and Pat Abbott, a San Francisco married couple who solved murder mysteries. In the supporting cast were Jean Ellyn, Sydney Slon and Luis van Rooten. Moving to 5:30pm in 1946, Les Tremayne and Alice Reinheart took over the roles until the end of the series on August 31, 1947. ----------------------------------------...
Three actors portrayed Nero Wolfe over the course of the series. J.B. Williams starred in its first incarnation, broadcast Wednesdays on the New England Network (April 7–June 30, 1943). Santos Ortega assumed the role when the suspense drama moved to ABC on Mondays (July 5–September 27, 1943) and Fridays (January 21–July 14, 1944). Luis Van Rooten succeeded Ortega in 1944, Nero Wolfe's last year on ABC. "Santos Ortega played Wolfe," wrote John McAleer in Rex Stout: A Biography. "John Gibson was Archie. Gibson was breezy and Ortega wheezy, indeed, he opened the program with a wheeze, as his signature... Rex thought the actors were creditable but winced at the plots. He never listened to the broadcasts... Louis Vittes was the chief scriptwriter and wrote most of the scripts. None of Rex's s...