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Cryptic Canticles presents Dracula

Cryptic Canticles

Cryptic Canticles brings you Bram Stoker's Dracula presented as a Radio Play, released on the days of the journal entries in podcast format. The text is taken from Bram Stoker's classic novel, but presented in character with enhanced audio and music effects.

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Tuesday · 2 min
Dracula Episode: August 25th
Episode Synopsis: Rejected in her request to sleep in her mother’s room, Lucy suffers another difficult night. She tried to stay awake to combat the strange force that overcomes her at night, but could not forestall sleep. Today, she is horribly pale and drawn, and can’t seem to catch her breath. She hopes to be able to summon her cheer so as to not alarm Arthur. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
Monday · 9 min
Dracula Episode: August 24th
Episode Synopsis: Mina arrives in Buda-Pesth to attend Jonathan, who has taken with a brain fever as a result of his terrifying journey. Sister Agatha assures Mina that Jonathan committed no atrocity from which he suffers. Jonathan gives Mina his diary for the sake of transparency, but Mina seals it shut to demonstrate her trust in him. The two are wed by the hospital’s chaplain. Lucy feels weak, and anxious about some vague fear that has come over her since last night. She remembers having strange dreams, but can’t seem to recall their nature. Arthur has noticed her looking drawn, despite Lucy’s best efforts to be cheerful. She hopes to be able to persuade her mother to let her spend the night with her instead of sleeping alone. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
Sunday · 2 min
Dracula Episode: August 23rd
Episode Synopsis: When given the chance to escape, Renfield would not go. However, when an attendant came to check on him later, Renfield dashed past him out the door, and once again sought refuge on the neighboring deserted manor grounds of Carfax. He struggled violently with Dr. Seward and the attendants, but, following with his eyes, the path of a bat which flew purposefully from the grounds, became calm and went quietly. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 21 · 1 min
Dracula Episode: August 21st
Episode Synopsis: Carter, Paterson & Co. acknowledge receipt of payment, and confirm delivery of fifty boxes of earth to the Carfax Estate as per instructions. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 20 · 3 min
Dracula Episode: August 20th
Episode Synopsis: Dr. Seward has been observing Renfield and noticed that despite his fits of passion during daylight hours, he becomes sanguine and calm during the nights. He has no more interest in his “Zoophagy,” refusing a cat when offered. Dr. Seward plans to let him escape and observe him to see what he does. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 19 · 9 min
Dracula Episode: August 19th
Episode Synopsis: Mina is overjoyed to have news at last from her beloved Jonathan. Sr. Agatha of the Hospital of St. Joseph has written to say that Jonathan has been ill, and Mina is to come at once to nurse him back to health. Mina prepares for the possibility that she and Jonathan will married in Buda-Pesth when she arrives. Dr. Seward has noticed a change in his patient, Renfield’s behavior. He has suddenly abandoned his interest in collecting spiders and keeping his records, but instead seems to have taken some religious mania, speaking about the approach of the “Master”. Later in the night, the watchman informs Dr. Seward that Renfield has escaped. Seward follows his trail through the torn-open window, to the abandoned Carfax Manor, where he and several men corner Renfield and wrestle him back to the asylum. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 18 · 3 min
Dracula Episode: August 18th
Episode Synopsis: Lucy is in high spirits, despite still looking pale and wan. She describes to Mina what it felt like to her on the night that she walked to the churchyard in her sleep. Mina is unnerved, but happy that she seems to be feeling better. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 17 · 4 min
Dracula Episode: August 17th
Episode Synopsis: Mina worries desperately about Lucy who is getting weaker and weaker. Mina finds her sleeping at the open window, and the most recent time, Mina could hardly waken her. Mina fears that the wound Lucy suffered from the safety pin might be related, for it has not healed and is looking larger and more ragged. Samuel F. Billington and Son, local solicitors, write on behalf of their client to Messrs. Carter, Paterson & Co. instructing the specifications of a delivery of fifty boxes of earth to the Carfax Estate. They enclose payment, requesting that the fifty boxes be moved to the ruined chapel on the estate at the earliest possible time. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 15 · 1 min
Dracula Episode: August 15th
Episode Synopsis: Lucy is languid at breakfast, but is delighted to hear that Arthur Holmwood’s father is doing better, and wants to accelerate Arthur’s and Lucy’s upcoming marriage. Mrs. Westenra confides to Mina that the doctor told her that she hasn’t long to live. She asks Mina to keep this a secret from Lucy. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 14 · 4 min
Dracula Episode: August 14th
Episode Synopsis: Lucy startles Mina with a strange remark as the two sit in their favorite churchyard seat. Mina sees that Lucy is noticing the sunset reflecting off of the eyes of a strange man who is sitting a little ways off. The effect makes it appear that the man has red eyes. Mina puts Lucy to sleep and takes an evening stroll. She sees Lucy asleep with her head hanging out the window, and what seems to be a large bird sitting nearby. When Mina draws Lucy back to bed, she worries that Lucy is beginning to look pale and worn. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 13 · 1 min
Dracula Episode: August 13th
Episode Synopsis: Mina worries desperately about Lucy who is getting weaker and weaker. Mina finds her sleeping at the open window, and the most recent time, Mina could hardly waken her. Mina fears that the wound Lucy suffered from the safety pin might be related, for it has not healed and is looking larger and more ragged. Samuel F. Billington and Son, local solicitors, write on behalf of their client to Messrs. Carter, Paterson & Co. instructing the specifications of a delivery of fifty boxes of earth to the Carfax Estate. They enclose payment, requesting that the fifty boxes be moved to the ruined chapel on the estate at the earliest possible time. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 11 · 10 min
Dracula Episode: August 11th
Episode Synopsis: Mina awakes in the middle of the night to find Lucy missing, and nowhere in the house. Mina rushes with a heavy shawl to find Lucy in her nightclothes reclining in their favorite seat in the churchyard, a shadowy figure bending over her. By the time Mina gains entrance to the churchyard, Lucy is alone. Mina wraps Lucy in the shawl, and fears that in her haste, she may have pricked Lucy with a safety pin, for she sees Lucy’s throat is bleeding. Mina awakens Lucy and the women walk home together. Lucy swears Mina to secrecy about the events of the evening, fearing the effect it might have on her ailing mother. Mina worries about the wound that she inflicted upon Lucy, who seems more vibrant than she had done of late. Lucy is unconcerned. They and Lucy’s mother spend a pleasant day together, picnicking and enjoying some music on the terrace. As Mina makes her daily preparations for Lucy’s sleepwalking, she expects it to be a peaceful night. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 10 · 6 min
Dracula Episode: August 10th
Episode Synopsis: Mina and Lucy attend the funeral of the Captain of the Demeter from their usual seat in the church yard. Earlier that day in that same seat, the old captain, Mr. Swales, was found dead, having experienced a fright and broken his neck. Mina and Lucy are upset by a scene that occurs when an old sailor disciplines his dog for not coming when called. Mina fears that the upsetting details of the day will affect Lucy’s sleepwalking. Mina attempts to tire Lucy beyond sleepwalking by taking her out for tea and they laugh about having been startled by cows on their way. When they returned home exhausted, Mrs. Westenra had invited a curate from the clergy for supper, and Lucy and Mina struggle to stay awake. Mina feels confident that Lucy is making a turn for the better. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 9 · 6 min
Dracula Episode: August 9th
Episode Synopsis: A reporter from the Daily Telegraph continues to report on the strange goings on with the derelict Russian Schooner. The Dog which took flight from the ship is still at large, and is suspected to have killed and mutilated a large mastiff from the local village. The log of the derelict, the Demeter, has been translated with help from the Russian Consul. The Captain’s log describes a terrible doom that has settled over the ship. The men are scared of something, but will not say what. The first mate has become increasingly frustrated with the men, and has lashed out at them. Over time, men have been disappearing from the boat, and despite their best efforts, more continue to go. Ultimately, on the cusp of reaching England, the first mate declares that there is a terrible danger and throws himself to the sea to save his soul. The Captain, stuck at the helm as the one remaining crewman, has resolved to lash himself to the wheel with religious artifacts to confound the creature that stalks the decks. The captain is regarded as a hero, and is set to have a public burial tomorrow. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 8 · 15 min
Dracula Episode: August 8th
A reporter from the Daily Telegraph editorializes on the details of a storm from the previous day, including the brilliant colors in the sky, the actions of a few ships that sought safety in the harbour, and the amazing tale of a derelict Russian schooner that miraculously made it past the reef into port during... Continue Reading →
August 6 · 6 min
Dracula Episode: August 6th
Episode Synopsis: Mina sits at her favorite seat in the churchyard and observes the signs of the coming storm through the grey day. Mr. Swales comes to sit with her and tells her not to be upset by his conversation about the tombstones earlier, but when men get old, they laugh at death so it doesn't scare them so much. On the contrary, he feels contented and ready for death when it comes. Mina feels touched by his change in behavior, and a little upset. The Coastguard tells her that a small Russian ship off the cost seems to be behaving rather strangely. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
August 4 · 2 min
Dracula Episode: August 4th
Episode Synopsis: Amid the never ending fog, the Captain of the Russian schooner, now alone at the helm, at last sees the intruder. Refusing to leave his post, the captain ties his hands to the wheel, along with a religious artifact that the unholy being may not touch. In this way, even though his life be lost, he hopes to preserve his honor as captain. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
July 30 · 1 min
Dracula Episode: July 30th
Episode Synopsis: Whilst nearing England, the Russian schooner encounters more trouble. Two more men have disappeared from the ship. They are now down to 4 men total. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
July 29 · 1 min
Dracula Episode: July 29th
Episode Synopsis: The Russian schooner encounters more trouble when the second mate disappears from his watch in the night. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com
July 28 · 1 min
Dracula Episode: July 28th
Episode Synopsis: The Russian schooner encounters a storm. With everybody exhausted from the storm and lack of sleep, the second mate agrees to take watch duty. Follow us on Twitter.com/CryptiCanticles, Facebook.com/DraculaRadioPlay, and at crypticcanticles.com

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