Show Name: | Bradbury 13 |
Runtime: | 30 minutes |
Home Station: | KBYU-FM Provo Utah |
Announcer: | Ray Bradbury |
Creator: | Michael McDonough |
Director: | Michael McDonough |
Editor: | Michael McDonough |
Producer: | Michael McDonough |
Exec Producer: | Dean Van Uitert |
Narrated: | Paul Frees |
Rec Location: | Brigham Young University |
Num Episodes: | 13 |
Sponsor: | National Public Radio |
Bradbury 13 was a series of radio adaptations of Ray Bradbury stories. The series was created by Michael McDonough, who also adapted the stories, directed and produced the programs in 1983 and '84. Bradbury 13 aired nationally on NPR Playhouse on over 250 radio stations. Ray Bradbury introduced each episode, and Paul Frees acted as the announcer of each of the thirteen stories. Original music was composed by Roger Hoffman and Greg Hansen.
Bradbury 13 has achieved a cult status with many fans over the years, especially with those who enjoy radio drama.
The series won a Peabody Award and two Gold Cindy awards.[1]