Come and be a part of a live radio recording of Sherlock Holmes' most famous stories! Recording in the beautifully atmospheric setting of the historic Round Tower, Lantern Light Theatre Company bring this terrifying adventure vividly to life for radio, with an ensemble cast, Victorian costumes, lighting, sound and smoke effects.
Increasingly haunted in the last few days of his life by the sinister legend of the hound of the Baskervilles, Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead on the moor by Baskerville Hall. Declared a simple case of heart failure by the coroner, but friend and neighbour, Dr. Mortimer is not convinced. Disturbed by the idea that darker forces are at play and fearful for the life of the new heir - Sir Henry Baskerville - he pays a visit to the world famous consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes.
His story piques the interest of the brilliant mind, who, however chooses to send the ever faithful Dr. Watson as his deputy to accompany Sir Henry Baskerville to Baskerville Hall. Watson and Sir Henry alone attempt to unravel the complicated tangle of affairs in Dartmoor while the net draws ever tighter and the terrible howls draw ever closer .... but where is Sherlock Holmes?
Come and join us - if you dare....
Suitable for ages 13+
Tickets are free, but there is limited space so advance reservation is recommended!
Book tickets here.
Brought to you as part of 'Summer of Sherlock 2019' in association with the Conan Doyle Collection and Portsmouth Council.
A new adaptation for radio by Sophie Flack, based on the novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the dialogue script by Edgar Wallace.
Increasingly haunted in the last few days of his life by the sinister legend of the hound of the Baskervilles, Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead on the moor by Baskerville Hall. Declared a simple case of heart failure by the coroner, but friend and neighbour, Dr. Mortimer is not convinced. Disturbed by the idea that darker forces are at play and fearful for the life of the new heir - Sir Henry Baskerville - he pays a visit to the world famous consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes.
His story piques the interest of the brilliant mind, who, however chooses to send the ever faithful Dr. Watson as his deputy to accompany Sir Henry Baskerville to Baskerville Hall. Watson and Sir Henry alone attempt to unravel the complicated tangle of affairs in Dartmoor while the net draws ever tighter and the terrible howls draw ever closer .... but where is Sherlock Holmes?
Come and join us - if you dare....
Suitable for ages 13+
Tickets are free, but there is limited space so advance reservation is recommended!
Book tickets here.
Brought to you as part of 'Summer of Sherlock 2019' in association with the Conan Doyle Collection and Portsmouth Council.
A new adaptation for radio by Sophie Flack, based on the novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and the dialogue script by Edgar Wallace.
CAST & CREATIVES
Sherlock Holmes - Duncan Drury
Duncan graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. Since graduating he has played numerous classical and musical theatre roles including: Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream, Bassanio in 'The Merchant of Venice' and Eldest Magician in new musical 'Just So'. After succesfully solving the case in last year's 'Sherlock's Poisons' he is confidently picking up the pipe and magnifying glass again for this year's Summer of Sherlock productions.
Sir Henry Baskerville - Jeff Scott
Jeff graduated from Kings College London and since then has worked on films, theatre productions and corporate events. He is a member of Tea Break theatre - a company specialising in sight specific adaptations of classic literature and recently performed for them as Victor Frankenstein. He's very happy to be a part of Lantern Light Theatre's Sherlock season and has a keen ambition to break into voice acting.
Laura Lyons / Mrs Barrymore - Audrey Schoellhammer
Audrey’s extensive audio work includes The Doctor Who Audio Adventures with Sylvester McCoy and Bonnie Langford; plays for Radio 4 and Radio 3, and audiobooks including the part of Mrs. Warren in Bernard Shaw’s Mrs. Warren’s Profession. She has also voiced animated films, a particular favourite being the part of Ginger the Chicken – in German!
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Dr Watson - Stewart James Barham
Stewart returns to Summer of Sherlock to play Watson and has become a huge Sherlock fan since last year's adventures! He's been a busy man recently, playing the lead in a feature film and will be playing Gratiano in The Merchant of Venice (also with Duncan Drury!) later on this month. He's thrilled to be back with the Sherlock team for more investigations, tribulations, investigations.......and celebrations!
Dr Mortimer / Mr Stapleton - Robin Hodges
Robin Hodges is an actor, improviser, human being and 1997 Junior Maths Challenge Silver Award winner. He has appeared in film, television, stage and the odd commercial. You've probably seen him as Lt. Paul-Eugene Milliet in the Oscar, Golden Globe and BAFTA nominated Loving Vincent. Or perhaps you saw him in BBC1's Secret Service, or Sky One's Yonderland. Robin lives in Brighton, enjoys boardgames, computer games and writing in the third person.
Beryl Stapleton & Writer / Director - Sophie Flack
Sophie graduated from Drama Studio London, after which she has toured with theatre productions both in the UK and internationally. She has worked on numerous film and TV shows as well as for radio and voice-over. Currently she is filming the lead in Silent Dove's production of 'Lotty' and working on two feature scripts. A lifelong Sherlock fan, she has loved writing and directing this new adaptation of 'The Hound of the Baskervilles'.
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Lighting & Sound - Dan Skelt
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Dan studied Multi-Media Studies at Worthing College and is now one half of Two Bit Productions - a freelance production company producing films, music videos, documentaries and corporate videos. He produces and edits sci-fi horror podcast 'The Whispers Through the Static'. He is also the guitarist and song-writer for indie band Outpost 3.
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