All Ears Theatre - Love Games

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Two romantic couples, and a pair of friends, use games to express love and overcome the obstacles that prevent growth in their respective relationships. "The Home Version": When Celia decides to make a game out of the annoying telemarketer interruptions at home, Max reluctantly plays along, to discover that everyone can be a winner. "Hard-Boiled": When Bobby and Carol, a tough talking couple out of a bad film noir script, square off in a battle between a potato gun and a banana phone, who will come out on top? "Leaners and Limits": When Fred and Ralph quibble over the rules of their horseshoe match a sudden, serious turn of events provides a reminder of what really matters in the world. Filmed at Crawlspace Comedy Theatre in the Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition (KNAC) in Kalamazoo, Michigan on March 6, 2026.

Chapters

Introduction and Credits (00:00:20)
The program is introduced, produced by Marty Groat with funding from the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation.

The episode begins with the introduction of the program, mentioning the executive producer Marty Groat and the funding sources including the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation and an anonymous donor.
Love Games Overview (00:00:39)
A brief overview of the theme 'Love Games' and the playwright Gordon Boar is given.

The narrator introduces the concept of 'Love Games', a series of plays focusing on the pursuit of love through various games, and mentions that the plays are written by local playwright Gordon Boar.
Cast Introduction (00:01:07)
The cast members are introduced, including Michael Walsh, Glynis Finn, and others.

The narrator lists the featured cast members of the play, including Michael Walsh, Glynis Finn, Mickey Sykes, Richard Philpot, James Sanford, and Marvinetta Woodley Pen.
Home Version - Celia and Max (00:01:21)
Celia and Max play a telemarketer bingo game using their landline phone.

Celia and Max are introduced in their living room, playing a game where they mark bingo squares based on telemarketing calls they receive. They humorously interact with telemarketers, aiming to get a bingo.
Conflict Over the Phone (00:03:26)
Max expresses frustration over the phone calls interrupting their lives.

Max becomes increasingly frustrated with the constant telemarketing calls, which he feels are disrupting their personal lives. He threatens to destroy the landline phone, but Celia defends it, reminiscing about its sentimental value.
Resolution and Decision (00:04:36)
Celia and Max reach a resolution about the phone and their relationship.

After a humorous exchange about the sentimental value of the phone and the interruption of their lives, Celia convinces Max to keep the phone. They decide to unplug it for the afternoon to enjoy some private time together.
Hard Boiled - Carol and Bobby (00:06:43)
Carol and Bobby engage in a playful, noir-themed grocery unpacking role-play.

Carol and Bobby enter a dimly lit kitchen, each wearing trench coats. They engage in a playful role-play, unpacking groceries with suggestive innuendos, mimicking a hard-boiled detective scenario.
Role-Play and Reality Clash (00:11:16)
The role-play between Carol and Bobby breaks down as reality intrudes.

As their playful role-play intensifies, Carol uses a banana as a phone to call the cops on Bobby. The game ends when Carol uses a 'safe word', breaking character and suggesting they try reality instead of role-play.
Leaners and Limits - Ralph and Fred (00:15:54)
Ralph and Fred play horseshoes while discussing personal and existential topics.

Ralph and Fred engage in a game of horseshoes, discussing topics ranging from Father's Day phone calls to existential musings. Their conversation is interspersed with playful banter and reflections on their lives.
Existential Reflection (00:22:01)
Ralph and Fred reflect on life, relationships, and an impending sense of doom.

As they continue their game, Ralph and Fred notice strange occurrences in the sky and feel a sense of impending doom. They share a moment of camaraderie, holding each other as they face the unknown together.
Closing Credits (00:30:29)
Credits roll, acknowledging the production team and contributors.

The episode concludes with closing credits, acknowledging the playwright, director, sound effects team, and music contributors. The announcer thanks the audience for listening and invites them to future episodes.

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