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The Picture of Dorian Gray

English · Radio

Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray follows a young man whose portrait bears the marks of age and corruption while he remains outwardly unchanged. Drawn into a life of pleasure and influence, Dorian confronts the consequences of his choices as the painting becomes a disturbing record of the person he has become.

Presented as a radio mystery, the story brings Wilde’s Gothic tale to the ear through dramatic voices and sound. Its central tension lies in the contrast between Dorian’s polished appearance and the hidden evidence of his moral decline, giving the adaptation an atmosphere of secrecy and unease.

The result is a dark, reflective listening experience about beauty, vanity, and the cost of escaping accountability. Wilde’s sharp ideas and unsettling supernatural premise make this a compelling choice for listeners drawn to classic literature and atmospheric radio drama.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.