A PERFECT TWO: In this romantic comedy, tension begins to rise when a couple decides to play a little game of “how would you rate your partner on a scale from one to ten”. It turns out that being perfect for each other doesn’t always mean you’re a ten. Written by Guy Newsham Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Devon McSherry as the Woman TJ McSherry as the Man Intro/Outro music: JK/47 This program is supported in part by the Greater Augusta Arts Council through a grant from its partner agenc...
Sep 12, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 9
A BENEVOLENT ALLIANCE OF MOURNERS: A student, home from college to attend the funeral of a friend, and a singer, hired to perform at the service, meet by chance outside the church, conversing, confessing, and connecting in unexpected ways. Written by Ken Preuss Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Oliver Caffee as Alex Chelsea Mahoney as Ellie Featured music by Jess Hannan Intro/Outro music: JK/47 This program is supported in part by the Greater Augusta Arts Council through a grant from its p...
Aug 29, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 8
WEDDING BELL BLUES: A mother's nose gets out of joint when discussing her daughter's wedding plans. She feels left out and feeling down until she opens her birthday present from her daughter. Written by Marj O'Neill-Butler Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Kate Dailey as ROCHELLE (the Bride to Be) Susan Willis as MOTHER Intro/Outro music: JK/47 This program is supported in part by the Greater Augusta Arts Council through a grant from its partner agency - the National Endowment for the Arts...
Aug 12, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 7
A WICKED SLICE: A trio of golfers are searching for a lost golf ball, but what they find as they venture off the fairway makes them realize that maybe they should've just taken the penalty stroke instead. Written by John Busser Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Adam Cowart as STEVE Will Lane as GEORGE Jonathan Cook as ALAN Matt Hoffman as TED PATTERSON Intro/Outro music: JK/47 This program is supported in part by the Greater Augusta Arts Council through a grant from its partner agency - th...
Jul 27, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 6
NEW KID NEXT DOOR: Two siblings are stuck with the weird, creepy - and ultimately maybe not even human - kid from next door, on July Fourth, when there are firecrackers to be stolen and played with. Let freedom ring! Written by Arthur M. Jolly Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Kelsie Johnson as KERRI Sophie Cook as SIMONE Luke Romagnoli as RAZIEL (the new kid next door) Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further support t...
Jul 04, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 5
AN AWKWARD CONVERSATION IN THE SHADOW OF MOUNT MORIAH: After luring Isaac to the top of Mount Moriah under false pretenses, binding him, and nearly sacrificing him, Abraham is faced with an even more arduous task... attempting to make small talk with his son during their walk home. Written by John Bavoso Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Oliver Caffee as ISAAC Brandon Brune as ABRAHAM Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to fu...
Jun 13, 2022•27 min•Season 3Ep. 4
CROSSOVER FICTION: When sci-fi heroine, Josie Moon, tracks down the escaped interdimensional villain Maximus Wolfe to get revenge for the murder of her lover, she finds herself breaching the boundary between fiction and reality. Written by Greg Lam Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Julianna Johnston as JOSIE MOON Eric Odom as THOM CORD Robb Smith as MAXIMUS WOLFE Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Cover art by Alexander Kretov Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would li...
May 31, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 3
CLOSING DOORS: When fourth-grade teacher Sandra is criticized by old friend and Assistant Principal Valerie for breaking protocol in an active shooter drill, they must decide how they can save both their friendship and their students. Written by John Minigan Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Marian Thibodeau as SANDRA Devon McSherry as VALERIE Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Featured score by Exist Strategy Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further sup...
May 04, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 2
CHOICES: A debtor burdened by crushing student loans is offered a way out … but is the deal too good to be true? Written by James McLindon Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Chelsea Glass and Eric Odom Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit Buy Me a Coffee If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostligh...
Apr 20, 2022•37 min•Season 3Ep. 1
SCIENCE FRICTION; OR THE RAPID DECONSTRUCTION OF A RATIONAL MIND: A deep dive into her boyfriend’s Sci-Fi favorites sends Daisy over the deep end. Written by Ken Preuss Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Anissa Cordova as DAISY, Michael Silvio Fortion as RAYMOND, and Wes Hennings as THE OMINOUS VOICE Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit Buy Me a Coffee If you are associated with a t...
Mar 14, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 16
MARIGOLD: A man enjoying a day at the park unwillingly becomes a part of a murder for hire plot when he encounters two strangers who both mistake his identity. A deal is made, money is transferred, and the marigolds are quite lovely in the park this time of year. Written and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Michael Silvio Fortino as THE MAN, Erica Garraffa as THE WIFE, and Jonathan Cook as MR. MARIGOLD. Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If ...
Feb 07, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 15
MONSTERS BEYOND THE MIDNIGHT ZONE: Miles beneath the ocean’s surface, two scientists are left in complete darkness when the lights on their deep-water submersible are taken out by something lurking in the depths of the Mariana Trench. Written by Lindsay Partain Produced and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Devon McSherry as ROMY and Paige Blackcloud as LEAH Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Digital cover art by Christopher Plante Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you wou...
Jan 17, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 14
IT'S A WONDERFUL SATAN: An abridged, twisty retelling of 'It's A Wonderful Life.' Satan is at their lowest point when met by a demon named Clarence. It's up to Clarence to help Satan regain their confidence while also earning his horns in the process. A budding friendship forms between the two with the balance of power taking unexpected turns. Written by John Mabey Produced and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Robb Smith as Satan, Jonathan Cook as Clarence, Chelsea Mahoney as the singing ...
Dec 24, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 13
PLAYING WITH FIRED: In order to get the job of her dreams, a young ambitious candidate has to fire the man who currently holds the position. Written by Steven Hayet Produced and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Marian Thibodeau as Samantha, Tom Colechin as Mr. O'Brien, Adam Cowart as Ronald, and Devon McSherry as Erica Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Additional featured music: "Christmas Gifts" by G-Yerro Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further supp...
Dec 23, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 12
NORTH POLE NOIR: A dark look at the underside of the North Pole, as detective Harvey the Elf tries to solve the murder of Frosty the Snowman. Professor Hinkle claims he was framed, but what sorts of tundra games are these folks playing. A noir tale from the land of perpetual midnight. Written by Patrick Gabridge Produced and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Adam Cowart as Harvey the Elf Chelsea Mahoney as Prancer Bryson Chapman as Hocus Pocus Devon McSherry as Karen Tom Colechin as Yukon ...
Dec 21, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 11
THE DEAL: A short horror/thriller play set in the mid-1950s. A widow is visited by a sinister stranger looking to collect one of her late husband’s outstanding debts. Written by Ryan Kaminski Produced and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Courtney Prouty & Krys Bailey Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Additional music: "Street Dreams" by Julian Hartwell "The Body" by Max H. Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit o...
Nov 18, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 10
IGNATIUS FLIVVER & THE EYE OF CTHULHU: Doctor Phineas Philpott is missing and presumed dead! But he has sent the mystical gem, The Eye of Cthulhu to his old friend Professor Kit Maroney, who is also the boon companion of hearty Victorian adventurer Ignatius Flivver, with instructions to give it to no one, especially not the Adamite Order of the Ancient Dawn. Will Ignatius triumph? Will the world be saved? Will they be betrayed from within? There's only one way to find out... Written by Don G...
Oct 15, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 9
THE SHED: Jimmy has a secret that he's burning to tell to his best friend, Charlie - that his mama keeps a witch chained up in their shed! Charlie wants Jimmy to prove it by showing, but that may not be such a good idea... Written by Joanne Greene Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Luke Romagnoli, Amelia Oswald, Courtney Prouty, Roland Brune, Rosalie Brune, Jonathan Cook, and Joanne Greene. Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Additional music provided by: A Time of Shadows - "All Hallows Eve" from thei...
Oct 01, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 8
REMEMBERED: Walls are diaries and rooms have desires. In the buying and selling of a house, two people discover what's truly at stake and the power of finding love through loss. Written by John Mabey Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Christy Roosma and Jaye Starkes Intro/Outro music: JK/47 Gather by the Ghost Light merch available at Online Shop! If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit our Patreon page! If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform t...
Sep 17, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 7
PEOPLE WILL TALK: Two strangers meet on a building ledge, where they ponder life, and the choreography of jumping. Written by Scott Mullen Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Erica Garraffa and Jason Latimer Intro/Outro music: JK/47 If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit our Patreon page! If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.com to get connected with the playwright. Le...
Aug 19, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 6
DOCTORS & LAWYERS: 1st Edition Rules (A Dungeons & Dragons parody) - In this D&D parody, imagine an alternate reality where ruthless Barbarians, powerful Wizards, and cunning Thieves dive into the Fantasy Corporate World with the hit roleplaying game DOCTORS & LAWYERS. Join D&L game master Xandor the Stout as he guides his compatriots through the latest campaign "The 14th Floor Human Resources Dept". Written by David Strauss. Directed by Jonathan Cook. Performed by Robb Smith...
Jul 08, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 5
LOVE IN THE TIME OF COVID: Thanks to COVID-19, Melanie and Alan are down on their luck. They have 86 bucks in their bank account, their rent is due, and neither has a job. They argue in front of Anthony’s Italian Cuisine, a restaurant that needs a dishwasher. Melanie has a plan (sort of), but Alan resists. Written by Rick Davis Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Dixie Dawson and Danny Bussey If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please...
Jun 04, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 4
MOTETZ DAM: A couple are having their first romantic home cooked meal. When an allergic reaction breaks the atmosphere, the question isn’t just will their relationship withstand this disastrous evening, but will either of them survive the night. Written by Devon McSherry Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Devon McSherry, Jonathan Cook, and Christy Roosma If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.c...
May 10, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 3
BACKSEAT DRIVER: Darcy isn't happy when a drunk woman climbs into the back of her car, thinking it's an Uber. But as they chat, it turns out that all is not what it seems. Written by Scott Mullen Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Marian Thibodeau and Chelsea Mahoney If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with the playwright. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Apr 19, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 2
FINDING HELP: Daphne and her Mother are at loggerheads concerning assisted living or bringing in a caregiver. When Daphne tries to solve the problem, she is surprised by her Mother's attitude. Written by Marj O'Neill-Butler Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Christy Roosma, Pepper Wren, and Marty Matfess If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with the playwright. ...
Apr 05, 2021•11 min•Season 2Ep. 1
COASTER: An anxious woman goes on a roller coaster with her boyfriend, but she turns out to have ulterior motives. Romantic Comedy. Written by Scott Mullen Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Marian Thibodeau, Ben Evans, and Jason Latimer If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with the playwright. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 15, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 10
DON'T CALL ME CUPID: Katie is completely smitten with a new man in her life and is eager to show him off to her roommate. Love takes a tragic backseat, however, when the god of love, Eros (aka Cupid), appears and accidentally shoots her new boyfriend with the wrong arrow. Dark Comedy. Written and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Paige Blackcloud, Kate Dailey, and Jonathan Cook If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gath...
Feb 14, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 9
BEATRIX POTTER MUST DIE!: A desperate farmer travels back in time for a drastic solution to his plague of rabbits. A funny tale that offers a possible origin story to "The Tale of Peter Rabbit". Written by Patrick Gabridge Produced and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Nicole Swanson and Ryan Abel If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with the playwright. Learn ...
Jan 22, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 8
THE INAUGURAL FIRST TIME EVER FESTIVE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SPECIAL EXTRAVAGANZA FEATURING CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTMAS RELATED THINGS! DIGITAL CHRISTMAS: Santa Claus is ready to retire and has launched a new online store to help aid in the process, but when the website crashes on Christmas Eve and all the orders get mixed up, he scrambles to make things right. Written and directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Robb Smith, Beth McGowan Goolsby, and Dixie Dawson. If you are associated with a theatre and w...
Dec 08, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 7
JUST DESSERTS: Three co-workers unmask and deal with a fellow employee who has been stealing other people's food from the company lunchroom. Written by David MacGregor Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Chelsea Mahoney, Tommy Cooper, Marian Thibodeau, and Brandon Dawson. If you are associated with a theatre and would like to perform the stage version of this play, please contact gatherbytheghostlight@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with the playwright. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Nov 02, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 6
