Ansonia Library to present Sherlock Holmes show

ANSONIA - Fresh from its summer run at Gillette Castle State Park, the Ansonia Library will present the East Haddam Stage Company and its production of William Gillette's actual 1930 radio script of one of the first Sherlock Holmes' dramas ever broadcast via radio.

The presentation, Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Speckled Band, will be at noon Oct. 25 at the library, 53 S. Cliff St.

This 'sketch' as Gillette called it was originally written by Edith Meiser but extensively edited by Gillette himself. 

He knew Sherlock like no other actor at that time, having created and played the detective for many years on stages all over the world. 
He would go on to do at least two other radio broadcasts portraying England's most famous sleuth (1933 and 1935). 

Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Speckled Band was originally broadcast in New York City on Oct. 20, 1930. 
In this mystery drama production four actors portray seven characters, and of course it includes sound effects.

With an introduction by EHSCO’s Producing Artistic Director Kandie Carle, the presentation runs one hour, including Q &A with the audience. 
More information on the show can be found at http://www.EHSCO.org.

There is no charge for the show, but due to limited seating registration is required. Call the Ansonia Library, 203-734-6275 to reserve a seat by Oct. 23. 

It is suggested children under 12 not attend due to the nature of the performance.

This information is from the Library's website.