''Bradbury 13'' was a series of radio adaptations of

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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 ''

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'' on over 250 radio stations. Ray Bradbury introduced each episode, and

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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.

Episodes

* The Ravine * Night Call, Collect * The Veldt * There Was An Old Woman * Kaleidoscope * Dark They Were And Golden Eyed * The Screaming Woman * A Sound Of Thunder * The Man * The Wind * The Fox and The Forest * Here There Be Tygers * The Happiness Machine

References

External links

OTR Plot Spot: ''Bradbury 13''
- plot summaries and reviews.
''Bradbury 13 Episodes''
at the Internet Archive. 1980s American radio programs American radio dramas American science fiction radio programs Peabody Award-winning radio programs NPR programs Adaptations of works by Ray Bradbury {{US-radio-show-stub 1983 radio programme debuts 1984 radio programme endings