Terror at Collinwood Episode 127: Sy Tomashoff: Dark Shadows by Design book by Patty Karapinar

Scenic Designer Sy Tomashoff was instrumental in creating the look for Dark Shadows. From the Collinwood Foyer and Drawing Room, to the Old House, to the Collins Mausoleum, and the Blue Whale, Sy’s iconic sets and innovative designs were integral to establishing and perpetuating the feel and mood of the series. For the first time, Sy’s career, with a special focus on Dark Shadows, is spotlighted in the upcoming book, Sy Tomashoff: Dark Shadows by Design by Patty Karapinar. Patty, a respected and skilled architect, offers unique insights into Sy Tomashoff’s work in a meticulously researched book that includes blueprints, artwork, photos, and interviews. Join us as we discuss Patty’s process in putting the book together and talk about some of our favorite Dark Shadows sets.

AUDIO VERSION:
www.terroratcollinwood.com/episodes/terror-at-collinwood-episode-127-sy-tomashoff-dark-shadows-by-design-book-by-patty-karapinar

VIDEO VERSION:
https://youtu.be/JQsjiBh88uQ

Terror at Collinwood Episode 126: Most Amusing Character Moments with Richard Halpern

Although Dark Shadows was a supernatural Gothic drama, there were several characters who displayed humorous traits throughout the series. From the outrageous Carl Collins and Pansy Faye to the eccentric Eagle Hill Cemetery caretaker and the put-upon Mrs. Johnson, this episode takes a look at the lighter side of Dark Shadows. Returning to the podcast to discuss these amusing character moments is entertainer and groovy Austin Powers tribute artist, Richard Halpern. In addition to our main discussion, we talk about Richard’s experiences as emcee at the Dark Shadows Festivals, Baby Dark Shadows, the Collinsport Players, his recent Austin Powers adventures, and much more!
 
AUDIO VERSION:
www.terroratcollinwood.com/episodes/terror-at-collinwood-episode-126-most-amusing-character-moments-with-richard-halpern
 
VIDEO VERSION:
https://youtu.be/PDjnhGNLE1o

Terror at Collinwood Episode 124: Hopes for the DS 60th Anniversary Event and More with Guy Haines

Guy Haines returns to the podcast! We discuss and share our hopes for the Dark Shadows 60th anniversary event in Los Angeles, happening July 31st-August 2nd, 2026. In addition, we run down the merchandise that has been announced for 2026 thus far and talk about some things we’d like to see. The Monsterama convention in Atlanta (Aug. 7-9) also gets a shoutout. We also go over the recent sale of Seaview Terrace (Collinwood from the original TV series) to artist Hunt Slonem. In addition, Guy shares his memories of attending the 1988 Dark Shadows Off-Broadway play in New York. Won’t you pour yourself a sherry and join us?

AUDIO VERSION:
www.terroratcollinwood.com/episodes/terror-at-collinwood-episode-124-hopes-for-the-ds-60th-anniversary-event-and-more-with-guy-haines

VIDEO VERSION:
https://youtu.be/sKC4OuIRi4g

Quote from: PennyDreadful on December 19, 2025, 08:56:47 PM

talks about her fondness for WCVX-TV58, a commercial channel out of Cape Cod Massachusetts that aired DS in the 1980s.

That's the station that I was also able to watch DS on in syndication.    In fact, I've shared a few of their DS promos on the forum...

I'll definitely check out your memories. 

That's really cool, MB! I loved watching DS on channel 58. I will have to poke around on the forum to check out those promos, which I would love to see again! I wonder if you posted, or have, the one I described on the podcast from when they *gasp* threatened to take DS off the air during the Quentin's ghost/werewolf storyline. It'd be great to see that again!

I was also trying to figure out exactly when WCVX aired DS. I want to say it was 1985-1988 or maybe 1986 to 1989.
Earlier, my uncle's friend Mark was getting him tapes of multi-generation recordings from sydicated broadcasts starting in 1982 and trickling through 1983 and maybe into 1984. I seem to remember some of these were out of Indiana and other places.

It took a while before we found out Channel 58 was airing DS, locally, because there was what felt like a long gap between the end of the fan tapes and the discovery of the WCVX broadcasts.
We started watching channel 58 early on in the Adam storyline, so they had been running it for a year by then.

I also wonder when the time changed, because I definitely watched it mainly at 4:00 or 4:30, but I think initially it was on in the late mornings. Maybe I'll try to track down some old Boston-area TV guides or look at microfilm for Cape Cod-area TV listings for that timeframe.

Terror at Collinwood Episode 121: Joseph Lidster and Dark Shadows at Big Finish

Writer and producer Joseph Lidster visits the podcast for a fun chat about Dark Shadows and his experiences as writer and co-producer on the Big Finish range of Dark Shadows audio dramas! In addition to taking up the DS producing reins at Big Finish, Joe wrote dramatic readings and audio plays such as London's Burning, The Fall of the House of Trask, and Snowflake, and co-wrote The Crimson Pearl and the full-cast serial Bloodlust. If you love the Big Finish DS audio dramas, you won’t want to miss this one!

AUDIO VERSION:
www.terroratcollinwood.com/episodes/terror-at-collinwood-episode-121-joseph-lidster-and-dark-shadows-at-big-finish

VIDEO VERSION:
https://youtu.be/TSY4r62YIwE

Terror at Collinwood Episode 120: Our Shadowed Past III with Bob Issel and Mark Rainey

Bob Issel and Mark Rainey return to the podcast to discuss ‘Our Shadowed Past’ Volume Three, the latest installment in the book series. This edition of the book features more fan memories, artwork, stories, loads of photos, as well as interviews with cast members such as Donna McKechnie, who played Amanda Harris in the original DS, and Joanna Going, who played Victoria Winters and Josette in the 1991 DS revival series. Join us for a peek at this gorgeous new volume.
 
AUDIO VERSION:
www.terroratcollinwood.com/episodes/terror-at-collinwood-episode-120-our-shadowed-past-iii-with-bob-issel-and-mark-rainey
 
VIDEO VERSION:
https://youtu.be/uUXOzfVcPIQ

Thanks for posting this, Unle Roger. I'm looking forward to it! I'll be there in "Penny mode". If anyone from the DS Forums attends, please come by my table to say hi! I'll bring some freebie Terror at Collinwood stickers.

I believe Monsterama might announce at least one more DS guest in addition to James Storm.

Although the official DS 60th anniversary event will be happening next year, I'm sure we'll see more of these additional 60th anniversary acklowedgments at cons and other events, which is great!