Gather by the Ghost Light

STAGE FRIGHTS 3D! Filmed and recorded in front of a live audience at Le Chat Noir Theatre in Augusta, GA in October 2026. Join hosts Jonathan Cook and DeVon the Devourer as they ride the supernatural frequencies and take you on a journey through various dimensions looking for events that trigger the apocalypse. Featured stories include... THE NIGHT LINE by Craig Moeckly ENTITY by Tom Misuraca THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HUNTING & FISHING by Mathew Green THE INTERVIEW by Mark Harvey Levine TEOTWAWKI by Aleks Merilo HOUSEWARNING PARTY by Richard Castle THAT TIME OF THE MONTH by Zachary Pareizs Cast: Lauren Duckworth, Andy Middleton, Jeffrey Gates, Perry Levin, Sean Cox, Tracy Cook, TJ McSherry, Jack Kimbrough, Lucas LeBlanc, Lillie DeLecuona, Neal Thakkar, Keith Beckman, AC Daniel, Madison Junod, Wesley Pierson, Carlee McClary, Larisa Washington, Ava Robinson, Camryn Thompson, Dorothy Christopher, Kate Dailey, and Sol Baird. Produced by Jonathan Cook & Devon McSherry Stage Manager: Dixie Dawson Foley Artist: TJ "The Terror" McSherror Art by Tiphiknee De Herrera, Anna Lascaux, Brooke Douglass, Frederik Hornung, JC Grande, Menace Media, Thomas-Elliot Behr, & Matt Bomberger "The Grisly Sisters" & "Mr. Ut" were created by Fred Tacon. Grisly Sister Jingles composed by Jonathan Cook, TJ McSherry, & Fred Tacon. Camera Operator & Audio Engineer: Nick Laws Video & Audio edited by Jonathan Cook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A STAGE FRIGHTS SPECIAL PRESENTATION This episode features the audio drama THE INCIDENT LOG by Amy Garner. Roger Carington is currently driving home late at night on a dark road. After a sudden crash, he finds himself injured, bleeding, and trapped inside his car after the automated roadside-assistance triggers a lockdown. ROGER - Jonathan Cook DEIRDRE - Kate Dailey Directed & Edited by Jonathan Cook Title music by ⁠JK/47⁠ Additional featured music "Ain't Misbehavin" - composed by Fats Waller. Performed by Flash Mob Jazz with closing performance by Robyn Adele Anderson. Produced by Jonathan Cook & Devon McSherry Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com. If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features the audio drama ELECTRIC SKIN by Jerico Bleu. A couple desperate to resolve their relationship issues seek counseling from a new technology called TherapyNow - a machine that determines if you are a compatible couple based on how you answer its questions... and a little bloodwork. PATIENT 1 - Austin Hair PATIENT 2 - Asia Jennings AI THERAPIST - Allison Cossitt Directed & Edited by Jonathan Cook Title music by ⁠JK/47⁠ Additional featured music by Liad Shulrufer and Yehezkal Raz Produced by Jonathan Cook & Devon McSherry Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com. If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features the audio drama MY DAUGHTER'S A DEMON! by Marshall Logan Gibbs. In this dark comedy, a teenager consults a psychiatrist when her mother insists she has a demon inside her... but are those literal horns on her head?! Written by Marshall Logan Gibbs Directed and edited by Jonathan Cook Performed by Karla Daly (Dr. Wormald); Carlee McClary (Mallory); Anna Romano (Linda); and Wesslen Romano (Devil) Cover art by Rita Garcia Title music by ⁠JK/47⁠ Additional featured music by Ziv Moran, Sandy Pierce, and Ace Produced by Jonathan Cook & Devon McSherry Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating or review in all the places that you can! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features the audio drama SNACKS, DRUGS, AND THE SEXUAL APPETITES OF THE GAYS by Steve Martin. In this sexual comedy, two newlywed husbands finally get a moment alone on their wedding night - or so they thought. A farcical, heartfelt queer comedy about starting a marriage while the in-laws hover way too close. Written by Steve Martin Directed by Lillie DeLecuona Performed by Wesley Pierson (Aiden); Rico Weiland (Jake); Carle McClary (Cathleen); Blake McGee (Merle); and Andy Middleton (Grandma). Cover art by Anna Romano Title music by ⁠JK/47⁠ Additional featured music by Yarin Primak and Elifas Sonaru. Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating on your preferred podcast app! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season Six Finale! This episode features the audio drama THE DIARY OF MARIA by Dave Huber. Maria, a 17-year-old high school senior, is left waiting outside her school late at night after a performance when her father never arrives to pick her up. As her drama teacher, Mr. Harris, keeps her company as they wait, casual conversation about the play and acting slowly gives way to a devastating truth. Written by Dave HuberDirected by Arelis RiveraPerformed by Ava Robinson (Maria); and Blake McGee (Mr. Harris).Cover art by A.C. DanielTitle music by ⁠JK/47⁠Additional featured music by Adam Dib. Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating on your preferred podcast app! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ROMEO & HER SISTER is an audio drama limited series produced by Gather by the Ghost Light. Available on all podcast platforms. Ep. 1 - CUSHMANIA In 1845, Charlotte Cushman is the most famous American actress in the world, well-known for playing men's roles in the plays of Shakespeare. Despite her international fame, she harbors a secret, hidden in plain sight: she loves women. Celebrated in her own country, she has brought her sister Susan to London to play Juliet to her Romeo. Old resentments between the sisters surface as Charlotte struggles to balance her exploding career, her tumultuous relationship with writer Matilda Hays, and her affair with another young woman, all while keeping her personal life hidden from her fans, her sister, and her bitter rival, Edwin Forrest., who has been spreading rumors about her in London. Written by Jillian Blevins Directed by Jonathan Cook Produced by Jonathan Cook & Devon McSherry Starring Anna Demetriou (Charlotte Cushman); Charlotte McBurney (Susan Cushman); Paris Pringle (Sallie Mercer); Devora Wilde (Eleanora); Kezia Burrows (Matilda Hays); and Neil Hellegers (Benjamin Webster). Editing and Sound Design by Jonathan Cook Music by SPEARFISHER, Angelika Conrad, Ardie Son, Tamsin Dearnley, & Roie Shpigler. Cover Art by A.C. Daniel with design by Jonathan Cook Please visit ⁠gatherbytheghostlight.com⁠ to hear more audio dramas like this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Winner of the "Best Premise" award at the 2026 Colorado WebFest. Winner of "Best Supporting Performance" (Devon McSherry) at the 2026 NJ WebFest. This episode features the audio drama NEEDLES by Megan Tripaldi. In this dark comedy, a frustrated knitter laments the decision to summon the forces of darkness in order to finish all the presents she has to knit for the holiday season. Written by Megan Tripaldi Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Marian Thibodeau (Pearl); and Devon McSherry (Demon). Additional voices: Roshelle Simpson, Bonnie Marie Williams, Nicole Swanson, Aspen Swanson, & Paris Pringle. Cover design by Jonathan Cook Title music by ⁠JK/47⁠ Additional featured music by Heron Vale, Ian Post, Rodeo Baby, FableForte, Roie Shpigler, & KeMi. Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating on your preferred podcast app! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features the audio drama NORTH POLE NOIR by Patrick Gabridge. 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 Directed and Edited by Jonathan Cook Performed by: Adam Cowart (Harvey the Elf); Chelsea Glass (Prancer); Bryson Chapman (Hocus Pocus); Devon McSherry (Karen); Tom Colechin (Yukon Cornelius); Robb Smith (Santa and the Bartender); and Lynsay Ryan (Karen's Singing Voice). Title music: JK/47 Additional featured music: "Dark Frosty" and "Dark Wonderland" by Lynsay Ryan Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating on your preferred podcast app! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features the audio drama FULL CIRCLE by L.D. Potter. On a stormy night in 1909, William Hamish receives an unexpected visit from a young man determined to win the hand of his granddaughter. A tense conversation over whiskey becomes a dark confessional as Hamish recounts the monstrous path that lead him to become the man of wealth and power that he is today. Written by L.D. Potter Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Rick Davis (William Hamish), MuJaahid Johnson (The Apothecary), Lucas Le Blanc (Radcliff), Robb Smith (Master of Ceremony), Reed Hon (Newsboy), Valentin Angel Fernandez (Young Hamish), Devon McSherry (Natasha), Jonathan Cook (Cedric Ulric), & Allison Cossitt (Brothel Mistress). Cover art by J.C. Grande Title music by ⁠JK/47⁠ Additional featured music by Matooma, idokay, Yonotan Riklis, Daniel Dombrowsky, & Josh Tarp (00:00) Intro (01:46) Audio Play - FULL CIRCLE (25:15) Outro Back our KICKSTARTER Campaign for ROMEO & HER SISTER - https://bit.ly/romeoandhersis Gather by the Ghost Light merchandise is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit https://buymeacoffee.com/ghostlight If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a rating on your preferred podcast app! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices