Update: Available now on CD …
Stefan in the studio as Graff.
To say that Skyboat Media Co-Founder Stefan Rudnicki has a long history with ENDER’S GAME is likely the biggest understatement of this galaxy. Stefan has been working with Orson Scott Card for nearly two decades: securing, producing, and narrating countless audiobook versions of Card’s iconic novels. Over the years, the two have become both friends and collaborators, and ENDER’S GAME ALIVE is the perfect culmination of a shared interest in literature, theater, radio, and of course, a deep love for Ender Wiggin.
EGA CAST LIST
Andrew “Ender” Wiggin………………Kirby Heyborne
Valentine Wiggin………………………….Susan Hanfield
Peter Wiggin………………………………….Paul Boehmer
John-Paul Wiggin…………………………..Arthur Morey
Theresa Wiggin…………………………..Gabrielle de Cuir
Mazer Rackham……………………..Richard McGonagle
Chamrajnagar/Fly Molo/Pol Slattery…..Vikas Adam
Jayadi………………………………………..Samantha Eggar
Colonel Graff………………………………..Stefan Rudnicki
But after years of playing Ender, Stefan decided to pass the proverbial battle suit on this time and slip into some more militant duds with the character of Colonel Graff. And while it may have taken a little coaxing (haha—see what we mean in our #EGAD videos below), we’re so glad he did. Any fan of Stefan knows that he is a downright master of the microphone with an uncanny ability to take on projects and characters of all ages, genders, and genres, but his connection with Colonel Graff is truly palpable. Each and every time he stepped up to the mic, he commanded both the room and the scene, making all our tiny arm hairs stand up in the process. What we’re saying is this: move over, Harrison Ford. There’s a new Colonel Graff in space.
In addition to narrating the part of Graff, Stefan also worked as Producer on this incredible project, which basically means that he made it happen. From contracts to scheduling to budgeting to everything in between, Stefan had a handle on each and every step of the complicated process. Mixed in with the funny stuff above, you’ll find the more serious side of Stefan as he shares a few candid thoughts in the days of pre-production. We all knew it was going to be an incredible undertaking, but no one could have been prepared for the absolute magic that this project would make. Trust us. You won’t be able to tear yourself away.
