The Bivalve Trail

The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company
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The Bivalve Trail

THE BIVALVE TRAIL is a production by the Chincoteague Island Theatre Company, created to tell amazing local stories that most people have not heard before, but all deserve respect and celebration.Completely researched, written, and narrated by Lexi Hubb, THE BIVALVE TRAIL is a collaboration with Longtayle Studios and the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance.

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  1. EPISODE 1

    William Major Parker and the Lighthouse

    Episode 6 dives into the life of William Major Parker,  one of the very few men of color employed by the United States Lighthouse Service.  He was appointed as Head Lighthouse Keeper at Killick Shoals Lighthouse in 1886. Killick Shoals stood off the western coast of Chincoteague Island in the middle of the channel.  Lighthouse Keepers faithfully maintained  lighthouses where they worked and made sure the light shined nightly,  keeping mariners and sailers safe at sea and aiding their navigation.  THE BIVALVE TRAIL is produced by the Chincoteague Island Theatre Company and the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance. Researched, written, and narrated by Lexi Hubb. Podcast artwork by Angela Heady. Recording and post-production by Longtayle Studios. Music by Bill Troxler. For sources used and photos, go to https://www.chincoteagueca.org/bivalvetrail.html

    31 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Grace Sherwood: “The Witch of Pungo”

    Episode 7 takes us off of the Eastern Shore but stays in the Tidewater region. Introducing  Grace Sherwood, a farmer, healer and midwife who lived in Colonial Virginia. Grace was accused of practicing witchcraft, and had to endure multiple "tests" to prove she was a witch. THE BIVALVE TRAIL is produced by the Chincoteague Island Theatre Company and the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance. Researched, written, and narrated by Lexi Hubb. Sound design by Bill Troxler, post-production by Longtayle Studios.  For sources used and photos, go to https://www.chincoteagueca.org/bivalvetrail.html

    36 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    The Sinking of the SS Marine Electric

    Episode 8 dives into the story of the bulk carrier vessel, the SS Marine Electric, who tragically sank during a winter storm 30 miles offshore from Chincoteague Island on February 12, 1983. Only 3 men survived, 31 lost their lives in the frigid Atlantic. The subsequent investigation into the authorities in charge and the US Coast Guard was almost as turbulent as the storm. Despite the positive and lasting effects and reforms, the sinking of the SS Marine Electric never should have happened. THE BIVALVE TRAIL is researched, written, and narrated by Lexi Hubb. Voice acting by Justin Aruck, Bill Troxler, and Thom Nolan. Recording and post-production by Longtayle Studios. Music by Bill Troxler. Podcast artwork by Angela Heady. For sources used and photos: https://www.chincoteagueca.org/bivalvetrail.html

    53 min
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THE BIVALVE TRAIL is a production by the Chincoteague Island Theatre Company, created to tell amazing local stories that most people have not heard before, but all deserve respect and celebration.Completely researched, written, and narrated by Lexi Hubb, THE BIVALVE TRAIL is a collaboration with Longtayle Studios and the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance.

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  • Creator
    The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company
  • Episodes
    8
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 The Bivalve Trail
  • Show Website
    The Bivalve Trail

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