The Story Lady
Casey at the Bat
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The Story Lady presents a spoken story for radio listeners. This recording is identified with “Casey at the Bat,” the well-known baseball poem by Ernest Thayer, whose account of a celebrated batter’s turn at the plate blends the excitement of a game with a wry, memorable portrait of confidence and expectation.
The title suggests a story-centered listening experience, with the words and performance carrying the piece rather than a collection of songs or a discussion program. The poem’s vivid ballpark setting and rhythmic language make it especially suited to being heard aloud, building anticipation around the moment when Casey steps up to bat.
Its appeal lies in the contrast between the crowd’s hopes and the outcome of the game, giving this familiar piece both comic bite and a touch of drama. Listeners can enjoy the cadence of a classic American baseball story as it unfolds in a radio performance.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.