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A Blind Play

Michael Mauwww.themauhaus.com

From MauHaus Productions comes the anthology narrative podcast series A Blind Play of Social Forces. 
Radio Dramas for the 21st Century that explore the human condition and the social forces we must navigate.

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Episodes

Bonus Episode: Pineville Trace

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Earlier this year, I recorded the audiobook for Wes Blake’s debut novel, Pineville Trace. I’ve narrated several audiobooks, but this one was special for me. Wes and I met in grad school at the Bluegrass Writers Studio in 2014. We taught in the same school district in Jessamine County Kentucky. And we shared a few drinks and some adventures in Lisbon. So when he asked me to narrate his novel, I immediately asked, "How ...

Sep 12, 202432 min

Bonus Episode: Inhabited

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. I promised some bonus episodes, and I'm bringing them to you. WELM, how do I begin to tell you about Daniel Wescott ? I met Dan the way I have met many writers recently; he hired me to produce (and perform) an audiobook: The Alien, the first novel in a sci-fi trilogy that is at once a satire, an espionage thriller, and a bildungsroman for a man-child astronaut aptly named Michael. Dan himself is an adventurer and worl...

Jul 08, 202447 min

A Wish & A Pear

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. From MauHaus Productions, A Blind Play. Bonus Episode. As promised, we have a few post-season episodes to delight and intrigue. Today’s episode is an excerpt from the novel A Wish & A Pear , the first in her Magical Layers series, by Mary B. Reinfeld. Performed by Irene Santiago . Inspired by true events, A Wish and a Pear tells the story of two women, Angela and Soledad, whose lives are intertwined by pure fate. ...

Jun 27, 202419 min

Kadamati

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 30. “Kadamati” Kadamati is Bengali for clay, the malleable matter capable of softness and hardness, of resilience and breakage. Kadamati is also the name of a dance devised by Akram Khan. A mass choreography open to the general public, it explores identity, connection, and belonging. It was performed in Trafalgar Square on the 24th of June 2016, the day after Britain ...

Jun 13, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 31

Cosmic Interference: Planetary Makeover Edition

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 30 . “Cosmic Interference” Interstellar talk show hosts El and Jay take their audience through the dim history of humankind with cameos from Oppenheimer, Jesus, Muhammad, Obama, and Donald Drumpf. “Cosmic Interference” was adapted from the short stories of the same name by Gary Egan . This episode was directed and edited by Michael Mau STARRING Ryan Gaiser as Jay Juli...

Jun 06, 202442 minSeason 3Ep. 30

Eye in the Garden

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 29, "Eye in the Garden" A religious organization creates a system of satellites that will take away free will. Now the two engineers from the Eden Society, Theresa and Marten, must decide if they will play God, the serpent, or both. Based on the short story by Kentucky author Gary Egan . Directed and Edited by Michael Mau STARRING Elizabeth Pan as Theresa Drew Valins ...

May 30, 202453 minSeason 3Ep. 29

Jumbie Daddy

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 28. “Jumbie Daddy” “Jumbie Daddy” was adapted from three flash fiction stories by Neala Luna Bhagwansingh : “Jumbie Daddy,” “Spoiling Fruit,” and “Children Playing While Shadows Walk.” . This episode was directed and edited by Michael Mau STARRING Bree Poppy as the Narrator Asiyih N'Dobe as Anne Vivia Armstrong as Canny and Mama Sherese Reddick as Gramma and Ms. Roger...

May 23, 202423 minSeason 3Ep. 28

Barbecue

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 27. “Barbecue” "In suffering there is a core within that can only be touched by the death of distant stars," writes author Ron Pullins. Argentinian dissident Enrico is now a physicist living the quiet life with his wife Sarah. When acquaintances drop by for a barbecue, Enrico shares more than just his recipe for pork loin. “Barbecue” was adapted from the short story "...

May 16, 202427 minSeason 3Ep. 27

The River

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 26. “The River” Childhood friends Jason and Julia must hide their relationship after Julia is shunned from their strict religious community following a tragic event. When their relationship is discovered, Jason must decide where his allegiance truly lies. “The River” was adapted from the short story of the same name by Jarred Robert Todd. This episode was directed and...

May 09, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 26

Processing

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. When biracial couple Charlotte and James argue too loudly on the street, James is arrested. As he is processed, Charlotte tries to bail him out while he deals with the racial prejudices of the justice system. Adapted from the stage play of the same name by Narineh Tahmasebian . This episode was directed and edited by Michael Mau STARRING Thea Touchton as Charlotte Markis Gallashaw as James Kenya Cabine as Solomon Etha...

May 02, 20241 hr 14 minSeason 3Ep. 25

Who Cares?

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. MauHaus Productions presents A Blind Play. Episode 24. “Who Cares?” After a hard day at work, Julie is in dire need of a snuggle, but David seems reluctant to oblige. As Julie drains a bottle of wine, her tongue becomes looser, we understand their special (caring) relationship. Adapted from the original audio play by Peter Franksson (with Alan Veale) of JAPE Productions. This episode was directed and edited by Michael...

Apr 25, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 24

The Quiet One

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. 86-year-old Dot is frustrated by life as dementia takes control. She wants to get rid of her husband, but the man at the customer service counter won't help her out. And why on earth won't Bernie eat his bacon butty? “The Quiet One” was adapted from the British audio drama of the same name by Alan Veale. This episode was directed and edited by Michael Mau STARRING Toni Poe as Dot Pascal Casimier as The Customer Servic...

Apr 18, 202459 minSeason 3Ep. 23

Hero's Eyes

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Told from the point of view of a peregrine falcon, Hero's Eyes is the story of fifteen-year-old Jessie as she learns to build trust with her partner Hero while also dealing with an overbearing mother. “Hero’s Eyes” was adapted from the short story of the same name by Will Robin. This episode was directed and edited by Michael Mau STARRING Reagan Prum as Hero Nneka as Jessica Irene Santiago as Gloria. Original music by...

Apr 11, 202448 minSeason 3Ep. 22

Charleston. Twenty-Two

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Eric's trip to visit his cousin Jona in Charleston forces him to learn much more about life, death, and relationships than he had expected. Originally published in Cutbank . “Charleston. Twenty-Two” was adapted from the personal essay of the same name by Eric Willis . Directed and edited by Michael Mau STARRING Bryce Townsend as Eric Elizabeth Laidlaw as Jona Aryeh Krause-Nadler as Gregory Tim Knutsen as Rex. Ethan He...

Apr 04, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 21

Season Three Preview

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Coming in one week, Season Three of the anthology podcast series, A Blind Play. This season we will bring you ten more episodes with twelve stories of people navigating their worlds, facing their fears, and finding out who they really are. If you haven’t already, please show us some love with a 5-star rating on your podcast app. It takes seconds and makes a huge difference to the podcast. If you’re really feeling the ...

Mar 26, 20246 min0

Ten Seconds

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Three men find their lives intertwining over and over again. Are the cosmically linked, or is it a coincidence? Written and directed by Michael Mau STARRING Evan Judway as the Narrator and every other character. Music for this episode by Magnetic_Trailer, Kevin McLeod, Steven Obrien, Rafael Krux, Alexander Nakarada, Frank Schroeter , and Trevor Tremaine who also composed the theme music. Links to licenses in the show ...

Jul 13, 202336 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Signs

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. A homicidal senior citizen confesses to the murder of a family in a non-traditional way. Signs was written and directed by Michael Mau STARRING Trudy Leonard as Madeline McGlynn Music for this episode by Marc Corominas. Trevor Tremaine composed the theme music. Geneva Hicks created the podcast cover art Additional sound effects courtesy of Pixabay Writer, comedian, and actor Nina Dicker helped produce this episode. He...

Jul 06, 202326 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Anoint Your Engine for a Heavenly Ride

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. The bizarre death of the town eccentric has people vying for his collection of Christian memorabilia, and the town barber has something to say about it. All episodes written and directed by Michael Mau Elliott Bales as the Narrator Aryeh Krause-Nadler as Scooter Friendly Hannah Church as Charsey Christa Burton as Susabeth Hannah Dorph as the store clerk Music for this episode by Johnny Dodds Trio, Frisco 'Jass' Band, ...

Jun 29, 202342 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Greetings from Haiti & Hotel del Sol

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Greetings from Haiti and Hotel del Sol were both written and directed by Michael Mau In "Greetings from Haiti," feeling guilty for his complacency, a man finally decides to lend a hand to the cause and finds himself alone in a tent in post-earthquake Haiti. "Greetings from Haiti" stars Elliott Dixon as Paul. Music for this episode by Teo Dholina In "Hotel del Sol" a politician tries to make the fruits of his adultery ...

Jun 22, 202320 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Marlboros, the King & 8 O'Clock Bean

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. When tragedy befalls the neighbor of a retired woman, she learns more about the woman than she ever expected. "Marlboros, the King and 8 O'clock Bean" was written and directed by Michael Mau and stars Annie Weaver as the narrator Sandra Jones as Lavinia Catherine Gaffney as Jolene Mustafa Slack as Curtis Ari Kraus Nadler as Hardy The theme music was composed by Trevor Tremaine . Additional music for this episode by Mu...

Jun 15, 202335 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Sleepwalker X

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. A man with a severe sleep disorder becomes the star of his own reality TV show, much to the chagrin of his girlfriend. Sleepwalker X was written and directed by Michael Mau And stars Michael Mau as Wesley Elizabeth Pan as Joe Rich Greene as Derek Nikitas Elliott Dixon as Chris, the director Hannah Dorph as Rita Additional voices for the ART Network commercials provided by Juan Pablo Suarez Christa Burton Matt Hudgens ...

Jun 08, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Gina #Engendered

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. (TRIGGER WARNING–This episode focuses on sexual assault and gaslighting. Characters make direct references to rape.) A woman who mocks the #metoo movement finds herself conflicted when she shares her own story and is called a liar. Written and Directed by Michael Mau CAST Naomi Grossman as the Narrator Chad Morgan as Gina Peter Evangelista as Ryan Anastasia Wilson as Paola Hannah Church as Bridget Brendan Bradley as S...

Jun 01, 20231 hrSeason 2Ep. 14

This is Our North Dakota

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. A rising musical star tries to keep a promise she made to her dying mentor and former lover. Inspired by the 2003 album This is Our North Dakota by No River City . Written and Directed by Michael Mau STARRING Jennifer Keane as Corrine, Todd Cattell as Charlie Carrie Gibson as the narrator With Rich Green as Corrine’s father Ryan Goffman as the Corrine’s Manager And Toni Poe as Charlie’s Nurse Musical accompaniment on ...

May 25, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Left & Leaving

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. After his girlfriend Andi disappears, Michael desperately searches for her while struggling with his own identity separate from her. WRITTEN & DIRECTED BY Michael Mau STARRING Danny Gavigan as Michael Nneka as Andi Reagan Prum as Errol Ryan Goffman as Ross Juan Pablo Suarez as Serge Toni Poe as the Neighbor And featuring Alton Leonard as the Neurologist The theme music was composed by Trevor Tremaine With addition...

May 18, 202340 minSeason 2Ep. 12

The Man from the Egg

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. A timid man with a dark secret tries to mend his broken relationship with his brother. The Man from the Egg was written and directed by Michael Mau, And stars Andrew Hunter as Jamie Bryce Townsend as Cliff Annie Weaver as Mother Christa Burton as the Balloon Lady And introducing Lucien deMan y McGeehan as Young Jamie The theme music was composed by Trevor Tremaine With additional music by Alexander Nakarada , Aleksey ...

May 11, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Best Launderette

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Two Albanian refugees find comfort in their clandestine dance rendezvous while surviving the lasting trauma of ethnic cleansing in Kosovo. Adapted from the short story "Best Launderette," first published in Fifth Wednesday Journal. Best Launderette stars Ethan Herschenfeld as Beznik Vassilea Terzaki as Bora Irene Santiago as Lindita This episode was written and directed by me, Michael Mau The theme music was composed ...

May 04, 202333 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Season Two Teaser

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. This season on a Blind Play of Social Forces: BEST LAUNDERETTE: THE MAN FROM THE EGG LEFT & LEAVING THIS IS OUR NORTH DAKOTA GINA #ENGENDERED SLEEPWALKER X MARLBOROS, THE KING, AND 8 O’CLOCK BEAN GREETINGS FROM HAITI HOTEL DEL SOL ANOINT YOUR ENGINE FOR A HEAVENLY RIDE TEN SECONDS SIGNS Starting May 4 and every Thursday after that, we will bring you ten more stories focused on damaged relationships and lonely peop...

Apr 28, 20235 min

Best Laid Schemes

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Invited to a "Predator/Prey Summit," Lion, Gazelle, Polar Bear, Seal, Crocodile, and Pelican must decide if they are willing to make peace or tear one another to pieces. Adapted from the short story published in Ferocious Quarterly, Best Laid Schemes was inspired by a work of art by illustrator Emory Allen and a poem by Robert Burns–the same poem from which John Steinbeck borrowed the title of Of Mice and Men. The edi...

Oct 05, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 9

A Blind Play of Social Forces

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Following a bigoted lesson on the September 11 tragedy, Sara is brutally attacked by a classmate. As school officials downplay the incident, the teacher who inspired the violence defends his backward beliefs. “ A Blind Play Of Social Forces” is adapted from an unpublished story originally written in 2014 and performed as a staged reading. It is based on several accounts of bullying which took place in American schools...

Sep 28, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Papa & Eyes: Stories from a Classroom

You can leave a note for a writer or cast member. Click here to text the show. Inspired by a painting by Bo Bartlett , “Papa” was published in the British journal Firewords Quarterly in 2014. In 2018, the story was adapted into a staged reading. It is one of two stories I wrote about Albanian refugees. Like many of my stories, this one features a young female protagonist (voiced by my daughter). Narrator--Dr. Michael Westmoreland Blerta--Emaline Mau Lycrad Woman--Chad Morgan Boyfriend--J. Barton...

Sep 21, 202217 minSeason 1Ep. 7
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