caption: The 2007 cast of Ghostlight (ghost stories based on real-life experiences in Colorado theatres, written by Michael R. Duran), performed at the Byers-Evans House.
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2003
Dec – The Ties That Bind
“The Family Snake Oil”
written by Jerrie Hurd
read by Debbie Knapp
“In the Trees”
written by Steve Rasnic Tem
read by Theresa Reid
“When Bat is Gone”
written by Michael Main
read by Dell Domnik
“An Easter Treasure”
written by Edward Bryant
read by Theresa Reid
“Some Other Me”
written by Brian Hodge
read by Guy Williams
“Dreamer”
written by Edward Bryant
read by Mare Trevathan
2004
Feb – That’s Fantastic!
“Prairie Sun”
written by Edward Bryant
read by James Whiteman
“Childrey Green”
written by Michael Main
read by Debbie Knapp
“Hungry”
written by Steve Rasnic Tem
read by Mare Trevathan
“The Dream of Houses”
written by Wil McCarthy
read by Guy Williams
Fantastically well-written stories, by award-winning Colorado authors, that delve into future worlds and the realms of fantasy – computer-run homes, time travel, programmable friends, and monsters – oh, my!
For this program, authors include Nebula-award winner Ed Bryant, Michael Main, Wil McCarthy, and multiple-award winner Steve Rasnic Tem. Admission is $10, or $5 with the donation of new or gently-used books (to be donated to Denver Public Schools and Denver Public Library).
March – The Ides of March
“Dreamer”
written by Edward Bryant
read by Debbie Knapp
“Dinosaur”
written by Steve Rasnic Tem
read by Dell Domnik
“The Bereavement Photographer”
written by Steve Rasnic Tem
read by Guy Williams
“Origami Bird”
written by Steve Rasnic Tem
read by Debbie Knapp
Sept – Home & Heart
“Lizzie Come Home”
written by Margaret Coel
read by Kate Fotopoulos
“Home”
written by James Van Pelt
read by Jason Maxwell
“A Letter from the Cleary’s”
written
by Connie Willis
read by Debbie Knapp
“When the River Runs Red”
written by Chris Ransick
read by Guy Williams
Sat. Sept
11th, 2004 at 4 p.m.
at the Byers-Evans House,
Wed, Sept. 15th, at 7 p.m.
at Half Moon Theatre at ACC
In these trying times, join us to share in the performance of four stories centering on family relationships and difficult decisions. These stories, from award-winning Colorado writers, will intrigue you, surprise you, and warm your heart.
For this program, authors include Margaret Coel (a Willa Cather Award winner), Chris Ransick (a 2002 Colorado Book Award winner), James Van Pelt (American Library Association Best Book winner), and multiple Nebula and Hugo Award winner Connie Willis.
2005
Feb – Aftershocks
A diverse selection of stories that explore the various ways people cope with loss. From contemporary to historical settings, funny to sad, we’ll cover a range of emotions that will touch your heart, bring a smile to your lips, and maybe even a tear to your eye.
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “Faraway Places” | Linda Berry | Mare Trevathan |
| “Dead Man’s Pants" | Chris Ransick | Dell Domnik |
| “Clifford Griffin’s Etude” | Margaret Bailey | Guy Williams |
| “Sister Guilt” | Jerrie Hurd | Debbie Knapp |
March – Love’s Labors
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “The Hair Appointment” | Corinne Brown | Gloria Shanstrom |
| “The Empty Chair” | Diana Rowe | Kate Fotopoulos |
| “In the Trees” | Steve Rasnic Tem | Debbie Knapp |
| “Closure” | Linda Berry | Lorraine Scott |
| “Letting Go” | P.D. Cacek | Guy Williams |
April – Celestial Navigation
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “Crying for the Man in the Moon” | Edward Bryant | Gloria Shanstrom |
| “Falling Star” | Jalynn Venis | Todd Webster |
| “Daisy, in the Sun” | Connie Willis | Debbie Knapp |
Sept – A Man’s House
Oct – It’s Not What You Think
2006
Feb – Hard-Boiled Action
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “Faraway Places” | Linda Berry | Mare Trevathan |
| “Dead Man’s Pants" | Chris Ransick | Dell Domnik |
| “Clifford Griffin’s Etude” | Margaret Bailey | Guy Williams |
| “Sister Guilt” | Jerrie Hurd | Debbie Knapp |
April – Ladies, Ladies!
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “Faraway Places” | Linda Berry | Mare Trevathan |
| “Dead Man’s Pants" | Chris Ransick | Dell Domnik |
| “Clifford Griffin’s Etude” | Margaret Bailey | Guy Williams |
| “Sister Guilt” | Jerrie Hurd | Debbie Knapp |
May – Women of the West
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “Faraway Places” | Linda Berry | Mare Trevathan |
| “Dead Man’s Pants" | Chris Ransick | Dell Domnik |
| “Clifford Griffin’s Etude” | Margaret Bailey | Guy Williams |
| “Sister Guilt” | Jerrie Hurd | Debbie Knapp |
Oct – Gently Into That Goodnight
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “Faraway Places” | Linda Berry | Mare Trevathan |
| “Dead Man’s Pants" | Chris Ransick | Dell Domnik |
| “Clifford Griffin’s Etude” | Margaret Bailey | Guy Williams |
| “Sister Guilt” | Jerrie Hurd | Debbie Knapp |
2007
Feb – The Food of Love
Join us as we explore the intertwined facets of food, family relationships, and the depths of love. Featured authors include Pam Houston (award-winning author of Cowboys Are My Weakness, and others), Steve Rasnic Tem (multiple awards for speculative fiction), Gail Waldstein (author, doctor, and poet!), and Juliet Wittman (theatre critic for Westword). Local actors reading the stories include Kate Fotopoulos, Debbie Knapp, Trina Magness, and Mare Trevathan.
March – A Sense of Place
Enjoy a selection of stories that unfold within specific Colorado locations, written by Kent Haruf (author of the award-winning novel Plainsong, and Eventide), James Van Pelt, and Thomas Zigal (former Colorado resident and author of a mystery series set in Aspen, as well as other novels). Local actors include Dell Domnik, Debbie Knapp, and Guy Williams.
Oct – Ghostlight
Monologues from a script written by
Michael R. Duran
“The Stage Manager” read by Debbie Knapp
“The Scenic Artist” read by Missy Moore
“The Costumer” read by Guy Williams
“The Actress" read by Kelly McMahon
Dec – In a Holiday Mood
“Biscuit Connection” written by Beth Groundwater
read by Debbie Knapp
“The Letter of the Law” written by Linda Berry
read by Clyde, Debbie, & Terry
“Nothing Lasts Forever” written by Wayne Faust
read by Clyde Sacks
”Into the Wind: A High Plains Holiday”
written by Carol McAdoo Rehme
read by Debbie Knapp
“Vaughn, New Mexico, Christmas Eve, 1956”
written and read by Terry Dodd
2008
Feb – A Singular Perspective
| Story | Author | Actor |
| “I Won’t Be Here” | Lynn Hamilton | Debbie Knapp |
| “A Way of Dying” | Kent Nelson | Guy Williams |
| “In Time” | Carrie Vaughn | Emily Paton Davies |
| “I Had To Do Something” | Kent Nelson | Martha Harmon Pardee |
April – Everly Happy After?
Once upon a time is only the beginning! Come along for the ride and see how our authors use the oldest form of storytelling (fairy tales & fables) as a vehicle for some stories with a decidedly modern-day bent. Authors include Ed Bryant, Jerrie Hurd, and Carrie Vaughn.