Nero Wolfe & The Case of Room 304

“Nero Wolfe & The Case of Room 304” was written by Virgil Reimer based on characters created by Rex Stout.  The Icebox Radio Theater’s production was directed by Jeffrey Adams.  The cast included James Yount as Archie, Aela Mackintosh as Helen Rene, Jeffrey Adams was Inspector Kramer, Grace Flesland was Miss Bennet, Caleb Silvers was Renfrow and Justin Kapla starred as Nero Wolfe.  Other voices provided by the talented cast.  Foley sound effects by Diane Adams and Jeffrey Adams.  Sound effects engineering by Senara Erwin.   This program was recorded before a live audience at the John Faith Little Theater at Backus Community Center, Int’l Falls, Minnesota, on February 15th, 2025.   This program copyright 2025 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

Lance Manley & The Case of the Fun House Fiasco

“Lance Manley & The Case of the Funhouse Fiasco” was written and directed by Jeffrey Adams.  It starred Caleb Silvers as Lance, Aela Mackintosh as Nora,  David Griffith was Gus & LeGrange,  Jeffrey Adams as Leon, and Justin Kapla played Bo-Bo.   Sound effects engineer was Senara Erwin.  This program was recorded before a live audience on Sep 13, 2024 at the Salty Jester in Int’l Falls, Minnesota.  This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

Our Miss Brooks "Cafeteria Boycott"

“Our Miss Brooks: The Cafeteria Boycott” was written by Al Lewis, originally broadcast on CBS on March 14, 1949.  The Icebox Radio Theater’s presentation was directed by Jeffrey Adams and featured David Griffith as Mr Boyton and Walker, Jeffrey Adams as Principal Conklin, Diane Adams as Mrs Davis and Harriet, Caleb Silvers as Mr Dunbar, Justin Kapla as Stretch and Msr LeBlanc and starring Aela Mackintosh as Our Miss Brooks.  Sound effects engineer was Senara Erwin.  This program was recorded before a live audience on Sep 13, 2024 at the Salty Jester in Int’l Falls, Minnesota.  This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

Miracle on 34th Street

“Miracle on 34th Street” was based on the script by the Lux Radio Theater from the story by Valentine Davies, based on the 1947 film of the same name.  The Icebox Radio Theater version starred Karen Shickell as Doris, Grace Flesland as Susan, Caleb Silvers as Frank and Tom Bement as Kris Kringle.  Douglas Skrief played Mr Macy.  Justin Kapla, Scotta Turner, Jeffrey Adams played multiple parts.  Directed by Jeffrey Adams.  Sound effects by Senara Erwin.  “Miracle on 34th Street” was recorded before a live audience at the John Faith Little Theater at Backus Community Center, Int’l Falls, Minnesota, on November 30th, 2024.   This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

The Christmas Room - Live!

This has been “The Christmas Room”, an original radio play written and directed by Jeffrey Adams.  It starred (in order of appearance) Karen Shickell as the storyteller, Tom Bement as Ned, Caleb Silvers as Pastor Knack, Grace Flesland as Karen and Scotta Turner as Jenn.    The sound effects engineer was Senara Erwin.  ‘The Christmas Room’ was recorded before a live audience at the John Faith Little Theater at Backus Community Center, Int’l Falls, Minnesota, on November 30th, 2024.   This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

Quiet Please: "The Thing on the Fourble Board"

This has been “The Thing on the Fourble Board” from the classic radio series, ‘Quiet, Please’.  The script was written by Wyllis Cooper, directed by Jeffrey Adams.  It starred Justin Kapla as Porky, Hireth Bones was Billy Grunwald, Dalton Johson was Ted, Scotta Turner was the cop, and Jeffrey Adams…was also in the cast.  The sound effects engineer was Senara Erwin.  “The Thing on the Fourble Board” was recorded before a live audience at the John Faith Little Theater at Backus Community Center, Int’l Falls, Minnesota, on October 24th, 2024.  This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

Dark Ride

This has been “Dark Ride” written and directed by Jeffrey Adams.  It starred Dalton Johnson as Darryl, Aela Mackintosh as Arial and Justin Kapla as Michael.  Hireth Bones provided a variety of additional voices.  The sound effects engineer was Senara Erwin.  “Dark Ride” was recorded before a live audience at the John Faith Little Theater at Backus Community Center, Int’l Falls, Minnesota, on October 24th, 2024.  This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater, all rights reserved.  For more information, visit iceboxradio.org.

The Scary Six: #1 "The Thing on the Ice"

Could it be anything else? Of course not. The winner of this year’s Scary Six is the most popular IBRT play of all time. Let’s see if Harry and the kitty can survive this time.

The Scary Six: #2 "The Call of Cthulhu"

The penultimate entry in our countdown is another offering from the Mystery on the Air podcast. This is the definative adaptation of the H.P. Lovecraft classic starring the entire IBRT company.

The Scary Six: #3 "Wolf House"

The Scary Six gets serious with an IBRT classic. Abandoned houses on the lake, international controversy and werewolfs? It's all in #3 in our countdown, 'Wolf House'.

The Scary Six: #4 "The Music of Eric Zahn"

The countdown moves into adaptation territory with the premiere episode of ‘Mystery on the Air’, our adpation of the H.P. Lovecraft story starring Tanja Milozovick and James Yount.

The Scary Six 2024: #5 "Autumn's Ashes"

The Scary Six continues with the number 5 entry, another ghost story, “Autumn’s Ashes” from 2014. This spooky effort features some of our (at the time) younger performers.

The Scary Six 2024: #6 "The Woods"

The Scary Six kicks off with a ghost story starring Karen Shickell and Jeffrey Adams. Enjoy, ‘The Woods’.

Rum Runner Sue: 'Monster Sour Mash'

This has been, Rum Runner Sue, “The Monster Sour Mash”.  Our play starred  Billie Jo Konze as Sue, Trelawney Erwin as Mary, Jim Yount as Beau Tom Bement as Ole Jim, and Douglas Skrief as Cuthbert Hyde-White.  Mutt and Jeff were played by Jonathan Primack, and Jeffrey Adams.

Tonight’s script written by Jeffrey Adams.  Jeffrey also did the editing, sound effects and partial music for this episode created with loops from Loopmasters.  Some sound effects from The FreeSound Project at Freesound dot org.  

This program copyright 2024 by the Icebox Radio Theater which is solely responsible for its content. These programs are produced through support

 from our wonderful patrons and listeners.  For more information on how to help the Icebox Radio Theater, visit iceboxradio dot O-R-G

Quiet Please: “Take Me Out to the Graveyard”

Quiet Please: “Take Me Out to the Graveyard” was recorded outdoors, before a live audience in Smokey Bear Park, Int’l Falls, Minnesota on June 26, 2024.  It starred Justin Kapla as Julious, Jeffrey Adams as Mr Booth, Charis Boyer as Miss Gilbert & Diane Adams as the Inspector.  The script was written by Wyllis Cooper.  Direction and sound effects by Jeffrey Adams. 

Quiet Please: 'Northern Lights'

Quiet Please: “Northern Lights” was written by Wyllis Cooper.  It was originally broadcast over the Mutual Radio Network on January 30, 1049.  The Icebox Radio Theater’s production starred Justin Kapla as Paul, and Caleb Silvers as Norman and was directed by Jeffrey Adams.  Sound effects by Senara Erwin.  It was performed before a live audience at the Salty Jester, Int’l Falls, on May 31, 2024.

Nero Wolfe & The Case of the Tell-Tale Ribbon

Nero Wolfe: “The Case of the Tell-Tale Ribbon” was written by John Ediston based on characters created by Rex Stout.  It was originally broadcast over the NBC radio network on March 30, 1951.  The Icebox Radio Theater’s production starred Justin Kapla as Wolfe, Dr Hauser & the butler, James Yount as Archie.  Dalton Johnson as Jenkins & Larry, Aela Mackintosh as Dorothy, Scotta Turner as Eva, and Jeffrey Adams as Edward & Inspector Kramer.  Sound effects by Senara Erwin.  It was performed before a live audience at the Salty Jester, Int’l Falls, on April 18, 2024.   

Travel with Don & Dora & Kayak Annie

“Travel with Don & Dora” and “Kayak Annie” were recorded before a live audience in Smokey Bear Park, Int’l Falls, Minnesota on June 26, 2024.  “Don & Dora” starred Justin Kapla as the announcer, Diane Adams as Dora and Jeffrey Adams as Don.  “Kayak Annie” starred Diane Adams as Annie, Jeffrey Adams as the Wildman and Justin Kapla as the announcer.  Other voices provided by Charis Boyer and the talented cast.  Scripts written and directed by Jeffrey Adams. 

4 Alarm

“4-Alarm” was written and directed by Jeffrey Adams.  The cast featured Justin Kapla as Billy, Diane Adams as Lyla, Charis Boyer as Molly and Jeffrey Adams as Doug.  Sound design by Jeffrey Adams. The story was based on actual events.  “4-Alarm” was recorded outdoors before a live audience in Smokey Bear Park, Int’l Falls Minnesota, on May 31, 2024. 

The Cabin Next Door 20th Anniversary

As part of the Icebox Radio Theater's 20th Anniversary, artistic director Jeffrey Adams takes a look back at the IBRT's first-ever play, 'The Cabin Next Door' with the play complete as it was originally heard, and a 'Where are they now?' segment from Jeff.