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How To Fly Planes

From: Ken Cormier
Length: 00:10:07

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Piece Description

Chucky Buttner gets a remarkable tour of the cockpit on a flight to Los Angeles. This radio comedy was written by Patrick Penta, and it features performances from Jon Kotchian and Todd Barry.

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Review of How To Fly Planes

Funky radio drama about the adventures of a "civilian" taking the helm of a plane.

Characters are likeable, story line fun and enjoyable, and piece is sound-rich.

My only hesitation was the length. For 10 min., it ran a bit slower and could have been filled with additional material.

Not laugh out loud funny, but amusing enough to keep you company during the rush hour.

Broadcast History

This play was first aired on WHUS 91.7FM in Connecticut on "The Lumberyard," Volume II, Episode 4, October 31, 2006.

Related Website

http://www.thelumberyardjournal.com/