by Rick Kinnebrew // directed by Corey Bradberry

originally presented as a live online audio broadcast, March 2023

“They did not prepare you.
Fools get taken.”

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SYNOPSIS

Based on the true story of Chicago’s notorious multi-murderer. Guiding us through the story is a devilish carnival barker named Hatch. Ticket price includes a “ride” on the Great Wheel. An edifying spectacle not to be missed!

Ben Pitezel scores a bit of luck with a new job in Chicago but soon discovers that his new position with smooth, successful Dr. Holmes is really a deal with the devil. Can Ben reap the rewards of his station without paying the price?

who was H.H. Holmes?

Holmes (1861-1896) was a con artist and alleged murderer who resided in Chicago during the incredible 1893 World’s Fair. He ran the infamous “Murder Hotel” which no longer stands.

Interestingly enough, though many people refer to Holmes as a serial killer, he wouldn’t fit the bill! Motivated by self-advancement rather than psychopathy, Holmes eventually confessed to over 2 dozen murders… though how many of them were real?

CREATIVE TEAM

Top row (L to R): A. Beaubien, E. Carlson, R. Fertitta, K. Jordan, E. Lin, K. Odenkirk, B. Parry
Bottom row (L to R): D. Walker, T. Wilkes, R. Kinnebrew, N. Montopoli, C. Bradberry, J. Sorgen

The Cast: ANNIE BEAUBIEN ETHAN CARLSON ROBIN FERTITTA KATHARINE JORDAN ERIN LIN KEENAN ODENKIRK BRIAN PARRY DYLAN WALKER TAYLOR WILKES

Original Music Composed/Performed by NICK MONTOPOLI
Sound Design by JAKE SORGEN
Publicity: JOHN OLSON COMMUNICATIONS

Written by RICK KINNEBREW
Produced and Directed by COREY BRADBERRY