THE CADAVER IN THE ROMAN TOGA and THE CASE OF THE WELL-STAGED MURDER NEW ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES W JOHN STANLEY

⭐ 1001 SHERLOCK HOLMES STORIES & THE BEST OF SIR ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE

SHOW NOTES — "THE CADAVER IN THE ROMAN TOGA"

Starring John Stanley & Alfred Shirley

Written by Edith Meiser

In this unusual and fast‑moving mystery from The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, Holmes and Watson are drawn into a case that begins with a bizarre discovery: a corpse dressed in a Roman toga, found under circumstances so strange that even Scotland Yard is baffled.

Holmes quickly realizes that the costume is no theatrical gimmick — it's a clue pointing toward a dangerous web of deception involving stolen antiquities, secret societies, and a murderer who hides behind the trappings of ancient Rome. As Holmes follows the trail from London's fog‑shrouded streets to the world of collectors and counterfeiters, the case becomes a race against time to prevent another killing.

Listeners will enjoy:

• A wonderfully eccentric premise that becomes a tightly plotted mystery

• Holmes at his sharpest, cutting through layers of misdirection

• Edith Meiser's crisp pacing and flair for dramatic reveals

• Strong chemistry between Stanley and Shirley as the stakes rise

A standout episode that blends historical intrigue with classic Holmes deduction, making it a perfect addition to our growing library of vintage radio adventures.

⭐ 1001 SHERLOCK HOLMES STORIES & THE BEST OF SIR ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE

SHOW NOTES — "THE CASE OF THE WELL‑STAGED MURDER"

Starring John Stanley & Alfred Shirley

Written by Edith Meiser

This clever and theatrical mystery begins behind the footlights of a London stage, where a dramatic performance takes a deadly turn. When an actor collapses during a scene that calls for a staged killing, Holmes and Watson are summoned — and quickly determine that the murder was no act.

Holmes must navigate the jealousies, rivalries, and hidden relationships of the theater world to uncover who turned a scripted moment into a real crime. With suspects ranging from ambitious understudies to embittered playwrights, Holmes pieces together a puzzle where every prop, cue, and costume may hold the key to the truth.

Highlights include:

• A richly atmospheric backstage setting full of tension and intrigue

• Meiser's trademark ability to blend humor, suspense, and sharp plotting

• Holmes unraveling a mystery built on timing, stagecraft, and motive

• A satisfying conclusion that showcases the detective's mastery of human nature

A delightful and tightly constructed radio mystery that shows how well the Stanley/Shirley era handled stories