Stars of the stage and screen come together to bring spellbinding short stories for an evening of funny, moving, and unforgettable performances. Selected Shorts was conceived at Symphony Space in New York City in 1985 with one simple premise great short stories performed by great actors. Selected Shorts is broadcast on over 150 radio stations around the country, with more than 100,000 downloads every week. Each Selected Shorts is a completely original and unique evening of literature brought to life.