Wireless Theatre Comedy

About this podcast

Audio Comedy from the award winning Wireless Theatre Company. Full Cast audio comedy plays, audio comedy sketch shows and musical comedy. Visit wirelesstheatrecompany.co.uk for more original audio comedy like 'Purdy and Chase' and 'Gino Ginelli's Dead'.

Wireless Theatre Comedy

Episodes

2020
The History of England
Musical Historical Comedy MP3 Download A musical and historical comedy about early English history. Join Professor Thorney Buckshaft and the writer and performance artist known only as The Angler as they take you on a journey through England’s foundation, from the Roman Invasion of 43 to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. With songs. Written, performed, edited and produced by Peter Davis (Davis & McQuillan, The Saint Valentine’s Day Murder, Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back, The Trial of Sherlock Holmes) Includes bleeped-out bad language. Peter Davis Peter is an actor and writer who trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London and has since appeared in several operas with the English National Opera (London Coliseum), including The Rhinegold, Nixon in China and Carmen. Theatre credits as co-writer/performer include Pre Plague/Davis & McQuillan (various London venues and Edinburgh Fringe), Murder at the Old Folk’s Home (Brighton Fringe) and The Monster Hunters (London Horror Festival). The Monster Hunters is also a popular serial audio comedy, released as a podcast and featured in iTunes’ top 100 podcasts. Peter is also an avid movie fan, and co-hosts 2 movie podcasts – the Hellraiser Podcast and Horror Movie Maniacs. He wrote and directed a short film, Detached, back in 2009 and plans to make more when he can find the time and money.
October 30, 2020
47 min
We Are The BBC
Stephen Fry comedy audio play. Rob Sterling Davies is on the crest of a wave: a celebrated scriptwriter, actor, TV personality, the new doyen of Just a Minute, and apparently, Stephen Fry’s new best friend. But all isn’t quite as it seems, and when Stephen discovers that Rob’s BAFTA-winning script was stolen, he undertakes to expose Rob for the fraud he is. New audio comedy We Are The BBC is the follow-up to the hugely popular 2011 hit, We Are Not The BBC, and features Nicholas Parsons and Stephen Fry as themselves. Stephen Fry Comedy Audio Play Review in The STAGE. We Are The BBC is the sequel to We Are Not The BBC Starring: Adam Hall, Susan Casanove, Simon Stanhope, Andrew Macbean, Nick Lucas, Ann Theato, Alison Mead, Claire Wyatt, Cheska Moon, Katharine Waugh and Silas Hawkins. With Nicholas Parsons and Stephen Fry. Written By: Susan Casanove irected By: Jack Bowman Edited By: Garry Abbott @ Audio Mill Music By: Francesco Quadraropolo OTHER AUDIO PLAYS BY SUSAN CASANOVE: LEAVES IN AUTUMN, ANGELS IN THE DARK
May 2, 2020
60 min
We Are Not The BBC
Christopher Timothy comedy audio play. A light-hearted look at the radio drama production process as seen by the members of an amateur dramatics society in a sleepy suburb of Swansea. It can’t be that difficult to make your own play for radio can it? And with a LAMDA-trained professional actor at the helm, surely nothing could go wrong? Christopher Timothy comedy audio play After their attempt at Mike Leigh-inspired improvisation doesn’t exactly produce satisfactory results, things start to look up when a visiting celebrity agrees to step in and play the lead role. Starring: Adam Hall, Susan Casanove, Andrew Macbean, Nick Lucas, Katharine Waugh, Ceri Gifford and Christopher Timothy. Written by: Susan Casanove Directed by: Jack Bowman Edited by: Susan Casanove ‘We Are Not The BBC’ has a sequel! Download ‘WE ARE THE BBC’ STARRING STEPHEN FRY HERE
May 2, 2020
45 min
The School Run
Audio Comedy Sketch Show Tiger mums, tutors and toffs… You’ll meet them all on ‘The School Run’! ‘The School Run’: an audio sketch comedy show set in the more-money-than-sense upper-middle class world of Upper Maidensreare pre-preparatory school. Tiger mums, tutors and toffs… You’ll meet them all on ‘The School Run’! ‘The School Run’: an audio comedy sketch show set in the more-money-than-sense upper-middle class world of Upper Maidensreare pre-preparatory school. Written by Zalie Burrow, Corinna Myron and Saskia Willis Directed by Corinna Myron Performed by Rachel Atkins, Zalie Burrow, Bea Holland, Gary King, David McCaffrey, David Timson and Saskia Willis. The pianist was Gareth Moorcraft and live sound effects were by Foley artists Jane Deane and Luisa Guerriera. Recorded and edited by Tshari King
May 2, 2020
59 min
Trench Kiss
Arthur Smith Comedy Audio Play. Recorded live at The Pleasance King Dome theatre at The Edinburgh Festival 2014, Trench Kiss follows Jim and Sally on holiday in Flanders. While Jim is off looking at gravestones, Sally is suddenly confronted by Jasper, a soldier who by a quirk of fate has been flung forward in time from the Great War and 1916 to the present day. Arthur Smith Comedy Arthur Smith is a British comedian, known for stand up, panel show appearances, and as a voice actor on The Rubbish World of Dave Spud. Written By: Arthur Smith Starring: David Beck, Morag Sims and James Parkes Sound By: Malcolm Thorp and Gareth Brown Edited by: Malcolm Thorp Music by: Jacky Fong Produced by: Mariele Runacre Temple and Emily Best Directed by: David Beck Contains Swearing
May 2, 2020
66 min
The Youth of Old Age
Prunella Scales Comedy Audio Play Wickedly acerbic new writing ‘The Youth Of Old Age’ shows Prunella Scales at her ‘dragon tongued’ best as the matriarch, determined her heir should not marry ‘out of sorts’. Created by award winning writer Stuart Price. “A charming and well-acted comic radio drama, and credit is due to for the overall integrity and coherence of the play” Fringe Report “There are many reasons to enjoy the audio of The Youth of Old Age by award winning author Stuart Price who also directs the audio. It’s funny. It also is extremely well written” Broadway to vegas AUDIO COMEDY STARRING PRUNELLA SCALES Starring : Prunella Scales, Knight Mantell, Edward Harrison, Crystal Yu and David Beck Written By: Stuart Price Edited By : Joe Waters Directed By: Stuart Price Music By: Matt Fishell
May 2, 2020
65 min
The Importance of Shoes
Vanessa’s an addict. Marise is a collector. London-boy Sebastian sells. Polish Doctor Dylan tells people to stop. Four lives in Belfast revolve around a story of shoes. Starring : Jack Bowman, Hayley Doherty, Sinead Beary and Daniel Rodriguez. Written By : James Johnson Edited By: Joe Waters Directed By: Jenny Runacre Music By: Xylo Contains some scenes that maybe of a disturbing nature for younger listeners.
May 2, 2020
74 min
The Dating Game
Ever wonder why those endless dates just never work out? Perhaps you’re too clingy? Aloof? Stressy? Just downright weird!? Have a listen to these dates, then feel better about your own! Starring: Reuben Anderson, Neil Frost, Alyssa Kyria and Mariele Runacre Temple. Edited by: Morgann Runacre Temple
May 2, 2020
8 min
The Fun Tom Menace
What happens to a budding new comedy group when they get infiltrated by an annoying Australian and his crazy Russian agent. From London to Trinidad to deep space. This is an adventure that spans the entire universe including South Petherton. A unique, baffling, comic musical extravaganza that will mess with your mind and also mess with your mind. Includes strong language. MUSICAL SKETCH COMEDY “These guys are the Southpark of Radio Drama” Radio Drama Revival Starring: Andrew Irvine, Gareth Davies, Nick Von Schlippe, Phil Leamon Written By : No Cause For A Llama , Edited By : Joe Siddons Music By : No Cause For A Llama
May 2, 2020
42 min
The Oxy Show
Enter the bizarre world of the OXY Show. Meet Lynne a woman obsessed with the beautiful yet strangely absent Lucy, Bazz the least successful drug dealer in Tunbridge Wells and fish loving Peter and his loyal if confused girlfriend Diane. In OXY land The Human Reproduction Licenses Authority is the government’s novel new way of dealing with problem parents and English soup is surprisingly important. The Oxy Show is the exciting new sketch show that answers the question 'Why are there not more plays about silt?'
May 2, 2020
37 min
The Mighty Carlins
On the anniversary of his wife’s death, Leo Carlin and his two sons come together for their traditional night of sharing the good and not so good memories of the dearly departed Mrs Carlin. Beers are drunk. Plans are hatched. Secrets are revealed. The Mighty Carlins is a black comedy that celebrates a family at its worst. Shane Rimmer stars. The Wireless Theatre Company wishes to thank Ruth James, Thomas Vilorio, Lydia Parker and the North American Actors Association, for making this production possible. Starring: Shane Rimmer, Christopher Ragland and Christian Malcolm Written By: Collin Doyle Edited By: Paul Darling Directed By: Paul Blinkhorn Music By: Michael Seal Contains strong language and mature themes.
April 29, 2020
88 min
The Llamabury Tales
If you’ve ever wanted to know the true origins of the comedy group ‘No Cause For A Llama’, or the real story of how the West was won by a Welshman, or the genesis of the world’s most famous boy band, or the unspeakable actual-ness concerning the dark side of chess? Then DON’T download ‘The Llamabury Tales’ ‘cause it’s a pack of lies! If you loved The Llamabury Tales, which we know you did, why not download THE DONKEY HOTROD STORY? Starring: Andrew Irvine, Phil Leamon, Nick von Schlippe, Gareth Davies Written By: NO CAUSE FOR A LLAMA Edited By: Andrew Irvine Directed By: Andrew Irvine Music By: Andrew Irvine Lyrics By: Andrew Irvine, Gareth Davies, Nick von Schlippe & Phil Leamon
April 28, 2020
39 min
The St Valentine’s Day Murder
It’s Valentine’s Day, but events turn less than romantic when one of the members of a dating site is murdered. Can detective Jean-Pierre LePoulet find the killer? Recorded in front of an audience at The New Diorama Theatre – the show had rave reviews and we had such a great time recording it. LIVE AUDIO COMEDY Starring: Neil Frost, Mike Garnell, Debbie Bearelle, Philp Noth, Laura Marsall, Jade Allen, Laura Ashenden, Matthew Woodcock, Kevin Haney Edited By: Matt Blair Directed By: Peter Davis Music By: Peter Davis Photos of the Recording are HERE “Acting is great, the cast is a fine ensemble” FRINGE REPORT “Superbly written, it fizzed with sharp and imaginative one-liners.” REMOTE GOAT
April 28, 2020
67 min
The Donkey Hotrod Story
This week on Pop Obituaries we take a look back at the electro-pop pioneers ‘Donkey Hotrod’. From their humble beginnings in a London pub/salad bar/fruit outlet, to their recent chart revival and eventual catastrophic end, Pop Obituaries examine the 35-year career of Don Key and Hot Rod. Come back with us and re-live all their greatest hits including, ‘I’m In Love With A Cyborg’, ‘It’s The 80’s’ and ‘Future Earth 2010AD’. Pop Obituaries, we keep the music alive even if the band isn’t! Starring : Andrew Irvine, Nick Von Schlippe, Phil Leamon and Gareth Davies Written By: No Cause For A Llama, creators of Llamageddon, Stream and The Llamabury tales. Edited By: Andrew Irvine Directed By: No Cause For A Llama, Music By: Andrew Irvine, with lyrics written by Andrew Irvine & Nick Von Schlippe
April 28, 2020
30 min
The Trial of Sherlock Holmes
Sherlock Holmes, the world’s greatest consulting detective, is on trial for his life! Trapped in a nightmarish court room and charged with endangering the public and his friends, Holmes is forced to relive some of his most bizarre cases with only Doctor Watson to aid his defence. Gasp at the Adventure of the Lizard’s Hands! Work your brain into a frenzy of confusion as our heroes uncover the mystery of a dead man found in the middle of Regent Street! Steady your nerves as you bear witness to some snakes…. On a train! Is all this evidence enough to satisfy a mysterious judge with a vendetta against our hero? A brand new comedy adventure from the writers of our number one download – Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back! Starring: Peter Davis Matthew Woodcock Simon Kane Laura Marshall Ben Whitehead Excellent live recording, enjoyed it very much, the script and acting were top notch, loved the portrayal of Watson and all the women he had known; fantastic production that I truly enjoyed. BURNSGARY
April 28, 2020
56 min
Stage Fright
A savagely funny satire on celebrity and theatre that garnered 5 star reviews at its world premiere. Stage Fright charts the struggle for supremacy between three actors appearing in a play together; old friends Peter and Charles, and Geraldine, the young and vulnerable actress they have befriended. As opening night approaches, it becomes apparent that Geraldine is not who she appears to be, and the friends must fight to salvage their pride, their identity and their reputations in this thought-provoking tragicomedy. Abi Titmuss/Abigail Evelyn stars. Starring: Abi Titmuss, Alex Barclay and Andrew Macbean Written By : Lynn Howes (based on an original idea by Stefan Lubomirski de Vaux) Edited By : Ross Burman Directed By: Emma Taylor Music By: Francesco Quadrarupolo Contains some offensive language “Engaging and performed with conviction” Fringe Review Stage Fright was originally performed at The Canal Cafe Theatre in 2010, directed by Emma Taylor. RECORDING PHOTOS HERE, BY LUBO PHOTOGRAPHY
April 28, 2020
72 min
Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back
The sound of hooves on cobbles…The choke of fog on the air…The taste of fear, more bitter than any almond…Who can save the British Empire of Great Britain in its hour of need? For one night only The Wireless Theatre Company resurrected the world’s greatest detective partnership for a live audio recording; Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back Written and performed by Matthew Woodcock and Peter Davis, Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back! takes you on a funny, fast-paced adventure against some of England’s deadliest foes, with all the excitement of a live radio recording. Starring: Peter Davis, Matthew Woodcock, Panny Skrivanos and Laura Marshall Written By: Peter Davis & Matthew Woodcock Edited By: Tshari King Directed By: Philip North Music By: Peter Davis “My favourite! I laughed so much my cheeks hurt! Thank you to Peter Davis & Matthew Woodcock you are both BRILLIANT!” Jazzy Mills ALSO AVAILABLE BY THIS WRITER: THE TRIAL OF SHERLOCK HOLMES Never thought for one moment that being a Holmes purist I would like this recording, but I had to buy it to find out; boy it is good….no excellent.It was funny, well wrote and we’ll acted leaving you at the end fully entertained, happy with the humour portrayed; and most importantly wanting more, can’t wait for more if they ever do them…then I’ll be first BURNSGARY Truly a delight for audio and Sherlock fans alike. v v funny. more plz. Audio Fan
April 28, 2020
61 min
Spook Squad
A mismatched bunch of oddballs, geeks and a borderline-psychotic TV presenter venture to a haunted inn in Somerset to record the first ever episode of ‘Spook Squad’ – a ground breaking TV show investigating the supernatural and the bizarre. Starring: David Benson, Sinead Beary, Emily Wright, David Beck, Neil Frost, Daniel Rodrigues, Jamie Cartwright, Trevor Cuthbertson and Fiz Marcus Written By : Jim Spiers Edited By: Joe Waters Directed By: Jack Bowman Music By: Joe Waters
April 28, 2020
42 min
Stream
Ladies and gentlemen of the planet Earth. Do not panic. This is a pig alert! THE PIGS ARE LOOSE!! STREAM: The new radio musical by ‘No Cause For A Llama’ takes you on a dizzying, death-defying adventure! MEET Cutthroat Jack the Buttockless Pirate. MEET Captain Diablo the Diabetic Space Adventurer. MEET Rodney and his goddamn rocket! If you believe your auntie can fly, the Devil chats on local radio and ducks are cleverer than anyone previously thought, then STREAM is for you! When you hear the alarm, lock your windows, secure the doors, bolt your children because… THIS IS A FULL SCALE PIG ALERT!! Starring: Andrew Irvine, Philip Leamon, Gareth Davies Written By: No Cause For A Llama Edited By: Andrew Irvine Directed By: Andrew Irvine Music By: Andrew Irvine Contains some mild bad language.
April 28, 2020
47 min
Sweatbox
This original drama centres on main protagonist Zoe (Fay Downie) and the disturbing Kerry (Lexy Howe). Each week Zoe treats herself to a relaxing sauna, until one fateful evening she meets Kerry, a woman more obsessed with celebrity life than her own, and that relaxation is thrown into turmoil. Kerry is harbouring a dark secret but will it force Zoe to face truths of her own? Recorded by an all female cast in honour of International Women’s Day, Sweatbox is a darkly comic look at society’s fascination with celebrity. Written by actress Lexy Howe, Sweatbox is a showcase of female creativity developed to highlight the achievements of The Wireless Theatre Company’s female cast members. Starring: Lexy Howe, Fay Downie, Jack Bowman Directed by Jack Bowman Edited by Joe Richardson
April 28, 2020
40 min

Wireless Theatre Comedy

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Wireless Theatre Comedy

Episodes

The History of England

We Are The BBC

We Are Not The BBC

The School Run

Trench Kiss

The Youth of Old Age

The Importance of Shoes

The Dating Game

The Fun Tom Menace

The Oxy Show

The Mighty Carlins

The Llamabury Tales

The St Valentine’s Day Murder

The Donkey Hotrod Story

The Trial of Sherlock Holmes

Stage Fright

Sherlock Holmes Strikes Back

Spook Squad

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Sweatbox