Terror at Collinwood Episode 127: Sy Tomashoff - Dark Shadows by Design book by Patty Karapinar

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Patty Karapinar discussing her book on Sy Tomashoff's contributions to Dark Shadows.

Scenic Designer Sy Tomashoff was instrumental in creating the look for  Dark Shadows . From the Collinwood Foyer and Drawing Room, to the Old House, to the Collins Mausoleum, and the Blue Whale, Sy’s iconic sets and innovative designs were integral to establishing and perpetuating the feel and mood of the series. For the first time, Sy’s career, with a special focus on  Dark Shadows , is spotlighted in the upcoming book,  Sy Tomashoff: Dark Shadows by Design  by Patty Karapinar. Patty, a respected and skilled architect, offers unique insights into Sy Tomashoff’s work in a meticulously researched book that includes blueprints, artwork, photos, and interviews. Join us as we discuss Patty’s process in putting the book together and talk about some of our favorite  Dark Shadows  sets. Terror at Collinwood  and  Shilling Shockers  shirts, stickers, mugs, and merch at the  Penny Dreadful XIII TeePublic shop Help support the podcast by donating at  Buy Me a Coffee Rondo Awards Ballot LINK Follow the  Terror at Collinwood Facebook Page Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary Celebration Jul. 31-Aug. 2, 2026  - INFO Patty…

People in this episode

Host: Penny Dreadful XIII

Guest: Patty Karapinar

Topics covered

• Dark Shadows
• set design
• interview
• book discussion
• scenic design

Keywords

• Sy Tomashoff
• Dark Shadows
• set design
• Patty Karapinar
• book

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UCLA Library Film and Television Archive

Books & works: Sy Tomashoff: Dark Shadows by Design

Places: Collinwood, Blue Whale, Collins Mausoleum, Old House, Drawing Room, Foyer

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