Theodora Goes Wild: A Double Life in Bloom - Lux Redux: Hollywood's Timeless Theater

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In Lux Radio Theatre’s sparkling adaptation of “Theodora Goes Wild,” Irene Dunne and Cary Grant light up the airwaves in a breezy comedy of secrets, scandal, and small-town rebellion. Dunne plays Theodora Lynn, a seemingly prim Sunday school teacher whose sensational novels, penned under a pseudonym, scandalize her quiet Connecticut town. But when a dashing illustrator (Grant) uncovers her double life, Theodora’s world unravels—and then explodes into color. As identities are revealed and reputations tested, Theodora must choose between the safety of conformity and the thrill of authenticity. Adapted from the hit Columbia Pictures film, this clever romantic comedy brims with charm, witty banter, and a touch of rebellion against societal expectations. Cast Members: Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Kathleen Lockhart, Sarah Hayden, Lou Merrill, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille Special Guest: Gwen Dew (Hollywood writer and globe-trotting journalist) Air Date: June 13, 1938

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Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's Golden Age with "Lux Redux: Hollywood's Timeless Theater." This podcast brings you pristine rebroadcasts of the legendary Lux Radio Theater, the crown jewel of old-time radio drama. Each week, step back in time to hear Hollywood's biggest stars perform adaptations of their greatest films, exactly as audiences did decades ago. From Bogart and Bacall to Gable and Garbo, "Lux Redux" showcases the voices that shaped cinema history in their most captivating radio performances. Hosted by the incomparable Cecil B. DeMille and other Hollywood luminaries, each episode is a time capsule of entertainment, offering:Star-studded casts performing adaptations of classic filmsBehind-the-scenes insights into Hollywood's Golden AgeThe unique blend of storytelling and advertising that defined the eraWhether you're a classic film buff, a radio drama enthusiast, or simply curious about the entertainment of yesteryear, "Lux Redux" offers an authentic journey i...