Borrowed Lives

Obscura Dramatica

In the gaslit shadows of 1871 Chicago, the Broken Hourglass Society trades in stolen lives. When Elise dies, she's caught up in their deadly game, body-swapping repeatedly as she searches for her true form while a relentless cult closes in.

Episodes

  1. EPISODE 1

    S1E1: Awakenings

    One moment, Elise DeJong lives; the next, she’s trapped in another person's life, a stranger in a strange body. Pursued by a shadowy figure demanding answers she doesn't possess, Elise must unravel the mystery of her stolen existence before her borrowed lives run out. In this chilling first chapter, experience the terrifying awakenings that begin Elise's desperate fight for survival. For other podcasts and production blogs, visit obscuradramatica.com. CAST ELISE...............................................................................................Lauren Rogers SHEARS...........................................................................................Fawzy Simon LIBERTY...........................................................................................Andi Bishop ORDERLY/CLARENCE.....................................................................Dave Cavallaro SARAH.............................................................................................Kristen Johnson DAVIES.............................................................................................Stan Peal MOTHER/FEMALE ACTOR..............................................................Keri Hendrix CONDUCTOR/MALE ACTOR/FLYMAN/MISTER CAPLES.............Tom Kastle CHANDLER/STAGE MANAGER.....................................................Jack Harvison MAN ON STREET/WORKER/CALL BOY.........................................Peter Nye THUG/DOCTOR..............................................................................Roger Bazinet PRODUCTION CREW Playwright......................................................................................David Bareford Director..........................................................................................Brenda McGinnis Producers.......................................................................................Roger Bazinet, Fawzy Simon Recording Engineer........................................................................Roger Bazinet Audio Engineer..............................................................................Fawzy Simon Director of Marketing...................................................................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    24 min
  2. EPISODE 2

    S1E2: Finding Liberty

    Elise lies trapped in a new body confined within the grim walls of Cook County Asylum. Doctors dismiss her desperate pleas, convinced her tales of stolen lives are mere ravings. But Elise knows the horrifying truth: she is being hunted. To break free and unravel the mystery of her fragmented existence, she must play their game, feigning madness to escape. For other podcasts and production blogs, visit www.obscuradramatica.com CASTELISE...............................................Lauren Rogers KINGSTON......................................Fawzy Simon LIBERTY..........................................Andi Bishop DR. GRAVER....................................Brad Wadle DR. DIXON.......................................Ethan C. Kaye ORDERLY.........................................Dave Cavallaro CONDUCTOR..................................Ryan Bond CEMETERY WORKER......................Roger Bazinet HENRIK............................................David Bareford MARCUS..........................................Stan Peal MRS. HAVENS.................................Brenda McGinnis O'SHEA/UNDERTAKER...................Riley Allen PRODUCTION CREWPlaywright........................................David BarefordDirector............................................David Bareford Producers........................................Roger Bazinet, Fawzy Simon Recording Engineer.........................Roger Bazinet Audio Engineer................................Fawzy Simon Director of Marketing.....................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    22 min
  3. EPISODE 3

    S1E3: Jesse

    Once again cornered and hunted, Elise's desperate flight from the Shears abruptly ends, forcing another disorienting leap into a new borrowed life. A chilling unease settles with this unfamiliar identity, yet amidst the dread, a possible guardian emerges. As the relentless Shears draw nearer, Elise must navigate increasingly treacherous paths through a shadowy world, where survival hinges on fragile hope and the unsettling question: who, if anyone, can be trusted? For other podcasts and production blogs, visit www.obscuradramatica.com CAST  ELISE................................................Lauren Rogers KINGSTON.......................................Fawzy Simon LIBERTY...........................................Andi Bishop MARCUS..........................................Stan Peal MRS. HAVEN....................................Brenda McGinnis O'SHEA.............................................Riley Allen JESSE...............................................Ryan Bond COOK...............................................Lexy Dillon PRODUCTION CREWPlaywright........................................David BarefordDirector............................................David Bareford Producers........................................Roger Bazinet, Fawzy Simon Recording Engineer.........................Roger Bazinet Audio Engineer................................Fawzy Simon Director of Marketing.....................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    21 min
  4. EPISODE 5

    S1E5: A Second Death

    In the cold, dark morgue, Elise’s conscience drives her to help Alexandra escape certain death despite putting herself at risk. Meanwhile, Jesse reveals his shocking secret to Mordaunt before they discover Elise’s treachery. While fleeing for safety, Elise stumbles upon a grisly scene of absolute horror that reveals a ghastly power she never knew she possessed. Learning Alexandra’s true identity is nothing compared to the shock that awaits Elise in the cemetery. CAST ELISE……………………………………………..Lauren Rogers JESSE……………………………………………..Ryan Bond MORDAUNT…………………………………..John Viniilass ALEXANDRA…………………………………..Sarah Feely EDDIE…………………………………………….Peter Nye CHARGE NURSE……………………………..Mary Anne Bowman DOCTOR…………………………………………Michael Hagedorn KINGSTON………………………………………Fawzy Simon PRODIGAL……………………………………….Will Walker THIRSTY PATIENT……………………………..David Bareford PRODUCTION CREW Playwright…………………………………….David Bareford Director............................................David Bareford Producers.........................................Roger Bazinet, Fawzy Simon Recording Engineer..........................Roger Bazinet Audio Engineer.................................Fawzy Simon Director of Marketing......................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    29 min
  5. EPISODE 7

    S1E7: The Ritual

    With her friend Liberty's life hanging in the balance, Elise must navigate the twisted allegiances of the Broken Hourglass Society, where every face hides a secret and trust is a dangerous commodity. As she prepares to participate in a terrifying ritual, Elise uncovers a web of intrigue that reaches into the heart of the society. The clock is ticking, and the question isn't just who will survive the night, but who can be trusted at all. CastElise......................................................................Lauren RogersAlexandra.............................................................Sarah FeelyJesse....................................................................Ryan BondLiberty..................................................................Andy BishopCharles Michael..................................................Amanda CarawayAmos....................................................................Roger BazinetJohn Prodigal......................................................Will WalkerMarcus.................................................................Stan PealMrs. Havens.........................................................Brenda McGinnisO'Shea..................................................................Riley Allen PRODUCTIONPlaywright...........................................................David BarefordDirector...............................................................David BarefordProducer.............................................................Roger BazinetAudio Engineer...................................................Fawzy SimonDirector of Marketing........................................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    32 min
  6. EPISODE 8

    S1E8: Through a Glass Darkly

    In the Borrowing Ritual,  Elise comes face-to-face with the figure who holds the key to her identity, discovering the terrifying, inescapable truth: she has encountered a reflection more dangerous than any monster, one who understands her true nature better than she understands herself.  Written by David BarefordDirected by Roger BazinetProduced by Roger Bazinet and Fawzy Simon With the vocal talents of:Elise…………………………………………………………………………………Lauren Rogers Alexandra………………………………………………………………………..Sarah Feeley Liberty…………………………………………………………………………….Andy Bishop Jesse……………………………………………………………………………..Ryan Bond Proctor……………………………………………………………………………William Walker Chandler…………………………………………………………………………Jack Harvison Charles Michael……………………………………………………………...Amanda Caraway Honore…………………………………………………………………………..Kristen Johnson Amos……………………………………………………………………………..Roger Bazinet Eddie……………………………………………………………………………..Peter Nye Driver………………………………………………………………………….….David Bareford PRODUCTIONPlaywright...........................................................David BarefordDirector...............................................................David BarefordProducer.............................................................Roger BazinetAudio Engineer...................................................Fawzy SimonDirector of Marketing........................................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    30 min
  7. EPISODE 9

    S1E9: Conflagration

    At last, Elise confronts Honoré in her stolen body and begins to learn the secrets of the Awakened and the Broken Hourglass Society. The situation deteriorates unexpectedly after Liberty and Alexandra arrive at the barn. Within seconds, everything changes, and they all must flee for their lives as the streets of Chicago erupt in flames.  CAST Elise……………………………………………………………………………………………….Lauren Rogers Alexandra……………………………………………………………………………………….Sarah Feeley Liberty……………………………………………………………………………………………Andy Bishop Honoré.…………………………………………………………………………………………..Kristen Johnson Molly……………………………………………………………………………………………..Jacyelane Fortin Trodden…………………………………………………………………………………………David Bareford PRODUCTIONPlaywright...........................................................David BarefordDirector...............................................................David BarefordProducer.............................................................Roger BazinetAudio Engineer...................................................Fawzy SimonDirector of Marketing........................................Amanda Caraway Some sound effects and music by Pixabay.com.

    28 min
5
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7 Ratings

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In the gaslit shadows of 1871 Chicago, the Broken Hourglass Society trades in stolen lives. When Elise dies, she's caught up in their deadly game, body-swapping repeatedly as she searches for her true form while a relentless cult closes in.

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