about earbudtheater
what is earbud theater?
Even though we're a little short to be a stormtrooper, Earbud Theater is here to rescue you. In spite of the volume and hugeness of popular entertainment, only a small percent of it ever truly engages your imagination. By nature of our format, you're already part of the story - "It's all in your head." We come from a background in big studio feature films, you know, those multi-million dollar movies created by committee, so the desire to break free of institutional storytelling limits could not have been bigger, and so we are: here.
Here we are unconstrained, no one tells us what do and there are no rules to be followed. Which means the story exists unencumbered and free to have its way with you. We are unshackled by budget, demographic studies, a boss, his boss and his boss' faulty magic 8-ball. We don't have to bow to market research, focus groups, test audiences, brand managment, corporate morality, corporate amorality, or the vicious Albino Gnomes of B'hiel Rhey'ya who... well, it's best if you don't know what they're up to. You need your sleep.
But the question wasn't about gnomes. It was about Earbud Theater. What is it?
Earbud theater is here to rescue you from "there's nothing on tv" even though there are nine thousand channels from which to choose. Earbud Theater is here to rescue you from the summer blockbusters that have you leaving the theater so unfulfilled. Most of all - Earbud Theater is here to rescue you from what you think you know... and give you a chance to participate along the way...
submission guidelines
have an idea for an earbud story?
Submissions are welcome! As mentioned above the main requirement is to tell a good story. Clearly we lean toward the fantastic - science fiction, fantasy, horror, supernatural, thriller - but aren't above being whimsical either. Story length should be about 20-25 pages and feature an economic cast of characters, but, if it's good, we're open to anything. If you're interested in submitting an idea, shoot us an email and we'll hit you back with the details! earbudtheater@gmail.com
credit where it is due
Thanks to web-designer, magic-user Analise Dubner.
The illustrations for SHIFT and AULD ACQUAINTANCE are by amazing artist Megan Hutchison, some of them are even for sale, you should really check out her site.
Thanks also to: Aaron Drown, Gioia Marchese, Kristin Holt and Jessica Pappas for their help and generosity.