ONCE MORE UPON A TIME

Narrator Shiromi Arserio serves as the capricious and omniscient narrator in this grown-up fairy tale. The story also features narrators Vikas Adam and Rebecca Gibel as a royal couple who are journeying through the forest in search of a happy ending after a curse steals their love. Adam's deep voice is reserved and serious as King Ambrose, who reluctantly agrees to travel with his adventure-seeking wife, Queen Imelda, whom Gibel portrays in a feisty, excitable tone. Adam displays his knack for crafting comedic voices when voicing Ambrose's sidekick, a magical cloak that believes it is a horse. The production makes use of sound effects to immerse listeners, particularly during the topsy-turvy antics of the royal couple. The lively performances make this a unique listening experience. J.E.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2021]