| Formation | 1984 |
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| Type | Theatre group |
| Purpose | Radio drama |
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Artistic director(s) | Peggy Webber |
| Website | www |
California Artists Radio Theatre also known as "CART" was founded in 1984 by Peggy Webber with the intent of reviving the medium radio drama, and "to encourage young people to enjoy the art of spoken word." [1]
In the 1980s CART radio shows were broadcast over KUSC where, after the first production of Treasure Island , hundreds of callers contacted the station requesting more content. [1]
From 1990 onwards, CART broadcast history includes local distribution from various Los Angeles radio stations, including KUSC, KPCC, and KPFK; national distribution of over one hundred programs on NPR, and international distribution through World Space to regions in Africa, South America, and Asia. [2] CART's archival productions are currently broadcast around the world on SiriusXM Satellite Radio. [1]
For more than 30 years, Radio personality John Harlan served as the company's resident announcer. [1] [3]