Terror at Collinwood: A Dark Shadows Podcast

This episode features part one of an overview that looks at the literary, cinematic, and other influences on the following Dark Shadows story arcs: Victoria Winters’ Arrival, Burke Devlin’s Revenge, Laura the Phoenix, the Blackmailing of Elizabeth, and the Introduction of Barnabas Collins.
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Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Celebration Jul. 31-Aug. 2, 2026 – INFO
UCLA Library Film and Television Archive 60th Anniversary Screening: ABC-TV’s Dark Shadows INFO
‘Dark Shadows is Wicked Gothic’ – Terror at Collinwood Episode 28 LINK
‘The Dreamers – The Novel that Inspired the Dream Curse’ – Terror at Collinwood Episode 75 LINK
Dark Shadows Fandom Wiki – “List of Works Used in Dark Shadows” LINK
Rondo Awards Ballot LINK
George Kalogridis YouTube Channel (DS AI animations)
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Penny Dreadful’s Shilling Shockers on Etsy

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.
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Rondo Awards Ballot LINK
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Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Celebration Jul. 31-Aug. 2, 2026 - INFO
Patty Karapinar’s Blog Link
UCLA Library Film and Television Archive 60th Anniversary Screening: ABC-TV’s Dark Shadows INFO LINK
Grayson Hall in Happy End - Listen Here
Katherine Gonzales YouTube Channel
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Penny Dreadful’s Shilling Shockers on Etsy

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!
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Austin Powers Impersonator Instagram
Richard Halpern Austin Powers Facebook
Austin Powers Clone on Youtube
Baby Dark Shadows on YouTube
MonstahXpo Website and Tickets
Monsterama Website and Tickets
George Kalogridis YouTube Channel (DS AI animations)
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Penny Dreadful’s Shilling ShockersEtsy shop
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Jean Graham, née Peacock, was one of the founders of ShadowCon, the original Dark Shadows convention which started in 1977, predating the Dark Shadows Festivals by several years. With the last Dark Shadows convention on the horizon, Jean visits the podcast to talk about her memories of the very first one. She also discusses the challenges of early DS syndication days in the 70s, her DS fanfic and how that led to pro fiction publishing, her DS music arrangements and piano playing, and her fandom for The Man from U.N.C.L.E and Star Trek. Other topics include: the appeal of Barnabas, Mr. Spock, and Illya Kuryakin to outsiders, San Diego Comic Con - then vs now, sneaking into a movie theater balcony to watch House of Dark Shadows, and throwing a DS Halloween party in 1970.
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Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Celebration Jul. 31-Aug. 2, 2026 - EVENTBRITE TICKETS LINK
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Jean Graham’s WEBSITE
Jean Graham’s fiction at An Archive of Our Own
Jean playing her Quentin’s Theme arrangement on piano on YouTube
S.T.A.R. San Diego Facebook Page
Shadow Collection Limited Edition Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Coin Reservation LINK
The Back Room at the Blue Whale podcast on Katherine Gonzales’ YouTube Channel
Curse of Dark Shadows book release/ live read of DS episode 349 Link
TwoMorrows Publishing Cryptology and Retrofan magazines Website
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Penny Dreadful’s Shilling ShockersEtsy shop

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?
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Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Celebration Jul. 31-Aug. 2, 2026 EVENTBRITE TICKETS LINK
Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Celebration Jul. 31-Aug. 2, 2026 HOTEL RESERVATIONS LINK
Monsterama convention Aug. 7-9, 2026 WEBSITE
Guy Haines Belleroguy YouTube Channel
Between the Shadows Podcast LINK
Julianna McCarthy's Care Fundraiser LINK
Curse of Dark Shadows Book Launch Registration Link to Watch Script Reading - Feb.5 at 6pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern
Surfing the Shadows surf rock cover of Robert Cobert’s Dark Shadows theme by Johnny D & The Moonlighters
TaC logos by Eric Marshall
Penny Dreadful’s Shilling Shockers Etsy shop Link