Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Curtain Time - 45-50 - 031547, episode 87 - 00 - A Bridge For Martha
Curtain Time was a popular American radio anthology program that aired during the Golden Age of Radio. It was known for its romantic dramas and its unique presentation style that aimed to recreate the atmosphere of attending a live theater performance.Broadcast History:
- 1938-1939: The show first aired on the Mutual Broadcasting System from Chicago.
- 1945-1950: It had a much more successful run on ABC and NBC, gaining a wider audience and greater popularity.
- "Theater Atmosphere": The show used sound effects and announcements to evoke the feeling of being in a theater, with an announcer acting as an usher and reminding listeners to have their tickets ready.
- Romantic Dramas: Each episode featured a different romantic story, often with a "boy meets girl" theme.
- Leading Actors: Harry Elders was the primary male lead, while Beverly Younger and Nannette Sergeant shared the female lead roles.
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