Unlocking the ‘Secrets of Sleepy Hollow’ with The Hive’s Ichabod Crane, Joel Ackerman

The legacy of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” has lasted through various renditions and forms, and the latest is taking the stage at The Hive Collaborative in Provo, Utah. On this episode of Fan Effect, producer KellieAnn is joined by returning guest-host Rachel Wagner of RachelReviewsTheatre, as well as the lead of the upcoming production. Joel Ackerman plays the iconic Ichabod Crane in “Secrets of Sleepy Hollow,” playing October 17 through November 2, 2024. Together, they discuss the nuances of adapting such a well-known story into new life for new audiences, how the legend has impacted generations, and how creativity sparks creativity.

The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. 

Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen. 

Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premiere movie entertainment company. 

Beyond Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming and Tech, the brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing the nerdy. Brilliant opinions and commentary on all things ‘geek’, but surprising knowledge and witty arguments over pop culture, Star Trek, MARVEL vs DC, and a wide range of movies and TV shows. Andy Farnsworth and most of his co-hosts and guests live in the Salt Lake City, Utah area.