Campfire Radio Theater – “Abominations”
A brand new episode of Campfire Radio Theater has arrived to give you a fright. Tonight’s play might be best appreciated with a stack of funnel cakes and elephant ears, preferably eaten in the dark, somewhere very quiet.
This production presented a unique and fun challenge for me as a composer: writing an original piece of carousel music. Thanks to creator John Ballentine for always providing me with entertaining challenges that push the sonic boundaries of the show.
The Story: Under the Midway
“A small town carnie with big ambitions is spooked and intrigued by the uncanny abilities of a mysterious old man living under the carnival fairgrounds.”
Jonah, a carnival worker looking for a quick buck, finds himself drawn into the orbit of an old man named Mack who lives beneath the rides. Mack claims to have a “gift,” the ability to fix things that are broken. But as Jonah soon discovers, the cost of such miracles is higher than he could ever imagine.
This is a tale of ambition, dark magic, and the horrors that hide behind the bright lights of the midway.
Listener Response
Listeners have described “Abominations” as brutally effective horror, with unsettling characters and a tone that leaves a strong impression.
- “Horrific horror. Love it!”
- “Definitely my new favorite.”
- “I really enjoyed this one. Well done.”
Warning: Contains explicit language, violence, and graphic content.
Cast and Crew
Written, directed, and produced by John Ballentine.
Original music score by Kevin Hartnell.
The Cast:
- Owen McCuen as Jonah
- Jack Kincaid as Mack
- Shelby Sessler as Molly
- Blaine Hicklin as Boss
- Nichole Goodnight as Jasmine
- Mary Murphy as Mother
- Mike Fox as Doctor
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