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Ray Bradbury Collection 18 Episodes
The Ray Bradbury Collection encompasses a series of compelling old-time radio adaptations of stories by legendary science fiction and fantasy author Ray Bradbury, whose poetic style and profound imagination redefined speculative storytelling in the 20th century. Though Bradbury never hosted a radio series of his own, his work was featured prominently on some of the most respected science fiction anthology programs of the era, particularly Dimension X and X Minus One. These radio dramatizations brought Bradbury’s eerie, emotional, and visionary tales to life, capturing his unique voice in a medium perfectly suited to his lyrical and atmospheric storytelling.
These adaptations remain among the most literary and emotionally resonant broadcasts in the history of old-time radio.
The Stars
Bradbury’s stories were brought to life by the professional New York radio talent pool used by NBC and Mutual productions. Voices such as Norman Rose, Ralph Bell, and Wendell Holmes frequently narrated or performed in episodes, lending a thoughtful, nuanced quality to Bradbury’s richly drawn characters.
Although Bradbury himself did not appear on the programs, his words — often adapted nearly verbatim — carried his unmistakable tone of wonder, melancholy, and social insight.
Key Dates
• The earliest radio adaptation of Bradbury’s work aired in 1950 on NBC’s Dimension X, with his short story “There Will Come Soft Rains” and “Mars is Heaven”.
• From 1955 to 1958, Bradbury stories continued on X Minus One, including classics like:
– “The Veldt”
– “And the Moon Be Still as Bright”
– “Dwellers in Silence”
• Additional dramatizations of his work have been produced in later decades, but these original broadcasts remain the most historically significant in OTR history.
Other Information
Bradbury’s stories on radio ranged in tone from science fiction to horror to bittersweet nostalgia. His ability to explore deeply human emotions through futuristic or fantastical settings made his work ideal for radio, where atmosphere and mood could be vividly conjured through sound.
Recurring themes include the dangers of technology (The Veldt), the isolation of space (Kaleidoscope), the consequences of colonization (Mars is Heaven), and childhood memories filtered through a lens of mystery and magic (The Rocket, Zero Hour). The broadcasts maintained Bradbury’s introspective voice and offered commentary on conformity, loss, family, and the fragility of civilization.
Though the episodes were originally aired as part of anthology series, the Ray Bradbury Collection as a curated set has become a staple of science fiction audio libraries. These recordings not only highlight the strength of Bradbury’s storytelling but also demonstrate how radio could elevate literary science fiction into fully immersive audio drama.
Today, the Ray Bradbury Collection is treasured by fans of both classic radio and timeless speculative fiction. These radio adaptations preserve the author’s brilliance and stand as some of the finest literary programming in the OTR canon — haunting, poetic, and enduring.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $12.49
Mice Price: $9.69
Length: 12.5
Width: 18
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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