Wireless Theatre
73 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWireless Theatre are one of the UK's top radio drama production companies creating original audio content to download from the company website as well as multi-cast dramas for Audible and BBC.
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Episodes
The Chicken Salad of a Troubled Mind - Radio Drama [Drama]
August 23, 2016 15:34 - 26 minutesWe follow the footsteps of Sarah as she attempts to lunch with her mum, and bond with her sister, without her inner most thoughts brimming over the edge. Winner of our Young Writers Competition! 20 year old Helen Monks is a writer from Birmingham, who’s poetic style of writing caught the judges attention. Starring : Keri Penfold Baker, Emma Noakes, Bishanya Vincent, Jane How and Paul Bonner Written By: Helen Monks, Edited By: Craig Bulpitt, Directed By: Tom Brazier #radiodrama #youngwriter...
Wired Up Theatre Talk, Episode One - Podcast
August 23, 2016 14:27 - 46 minutesThe Wireless Theatre Company have started their very own theatre talk podcast. Join us for Episode One with hosts Mark Ramsay and Ollie Ford. They talk all things theatre, as well as going behind the scenes at the last ever Fringe Report Awards, meet John Park himself, reviews, gossip and general messing around. With great music from Francesco Quadrarolopolo. Check it out! #theatretalk #charliehigson #theatre #radio #theatrereviews
Director David Beck talks about recording Ibsen
August 23, 2016 14:25 - 4 minutesWe recently recorded 3 Ibsen plays in just 6 days for Audible. A Doll's House and Hedda Gabler starring Laura Carmichael and Enemy of the People starring Owen Teale. Here, on day 3, we speak to director David Beck about the joys, and trials, of this kind of project. #ibsen #adollshouse #radiodrama #owenteale #lauracarmichael #gameofthrones #downtonabbey
Angel - Radio Drama [Drama]
August 23, 2016 13:56 - 27 minutesMary is in her forties and her dream of having a child is finally fulfilled when she gives birth to a boy she calls Angel. From the start she neglects her husband as she devotes all her time to looking after their new baby. But then she notices that he is starting to grow wings. Written by: Zalie Burrow Starring: Claire Skinner (Star of Outnumbered and Critical and currently starring in The Father at The Tricycle Theatre) and Jamie Glover (Waterloo Road, New Tricks, Midsomer Murders), ...
Interview with Cherry Cookson - BBC Radio Drama Producer
August 22, 2016 11:19 - 17 minutesCherry Cookson is a multi award-winning radio producer and director with over 35 years experience at the BBC. She has worked with the best of British actors, including Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Derek Jacobi and Vanessa Redgrave, producing and directing plays of outstanding quality often under significant time and money constraints. She is known for her high standards and attention to detail, and the ability to work well with a wide range of people. She has produced and directed many outsta...
Richard O'Brien Sings 'The Time Warp' Live
August 22, 2016 10:11 - 10 minutesRichard O'Brien was the judge for our live recording of three shortlisted audio plays to open The London Horror Festival, 2012. After judging the plays he treated us all to an impromptu gig of several songs, including The Time Warp and other Rocky Horror Show classics. You can listen to all three plays here: http://www.wirelesstheatrecompany.co.uk/product/stage-fright-2012/ #richardobrien #rockyhorror #timewarp #livemusic#rockyhorrorpictureshow
Rat - Radio Drama [Short]
August 22, 2016 09:25 - 16 minutesThe RAT Team worked tirelesley to record, film and upload the short play and this 'making of' documentary in just 48 hours - we're thrilled with it. If you like the play, please check out the 'making of' documentary here: https://youtu.be/0jr2E-YZ1t8 #radiodrama #locationrecording #audiodrama
The Autopsy - Radio Drama [Horror]
August 18, 2016 12:42 - 22 minutesA man under pressure. A heated argument. A fatal heart attack. This should have been the day Jeff died. Except this time, his death was only the beginning… This is a binaural recording – best listened to through headphones! Starring: Richard Holt, Ann Theato, Matthew Jure and Alex Hall “Absolutely terrifying” John Rippon Written By: Gareth Parker, Edited By: Ross Burman, Directed By: Mariele Runacre Temple This production is not suitable for under 16′s. Running Time: 22 mins 18 seconds ...
Painted Blind - Radio Drama [Comedy]
August 18, 2016 11:49 - 30 minutesFew things are as invigorating as a gin and tonic with ice and a slice, don’t you agree? Mind you, I’ve never been to Lourdes or white water rafting. That Strongbow was a mistake though. A definite mistake. These hot tears tumble from eyes who see all and yet see not, wings spread, I soar through the memory, our joining, our lot. We requested alternative Valentine’s Day scripts and fell in love with this one by Adam Elms. Have a listen yourself. Starring: Mike Goodenough, Ashley McGuire a...
Wired Up Theatre Talk, Episode Three - Podcast
August 18, 2016 11:23 - 1 hourComedians Mark and Ollie are back again to discuss all things theatre. This episode goes behind the scenes at Wireless Theatre's 5th Birthday bash (recorded in 2012), talks to Andy McQuaid from Second Skin Theatre, #theatretalk
Wired Up Theatre Talk, Episode Two - Podcast
August 18, 2016 11:17 - 49 minutesMark and Ollie review theatre pubs and their value for money, getting pretty drunk in the process! They also speak to the LOST Theatre, legendary radio drama producer Cherry Cookson as well as the usual reviews and theatre banter. Recorded in 2011. #theatretalk #fringe
Wireless Theatre Play Montage
August 18, 2016 10:41 - 4 minutesA montage of our radio dramas #radiodrama #radiodplays
The Springheel Files - File #1: Look Back, Leap Forward
August 18, 2016 10:39 - 31 minutesFile #1, Look Back, Leap Forward Narrated by Cameron K. McEwan, investigates the world of Wireless Theatre’s The Springheel Saga. With exclusive interviews, commentary and clips, this specially extended File #1 not only documents the production of the first series and explores the facts behind the fiction, but also looks at what lies ahead in Series Two… Narrated by Cameron K. McEwan With contributions from the cast of The Strange Of Springheel’d Jack Featuring the music of Francesco Qua...
On Three - Radio Drama [Drama]
August 18, 2016 10:33 - 18 minutesTimothy West and Prunella Scales star in this touching, yet funny drama about an elderly couple fulfilling their son’s final wishes. With original music by Ethan Lewis Maltby, On Three is an upllifting production starring two of Britian’s best loved actors. Starring: Timothy West, Prunella Scales and Morgan Giles Visit www.wirelesstheatre.co.uk for more dramas starring Prunella Scales and Timothy West Written By : Stuart Price, Edited By: Neil McIntyre, Directed By: Tom Brazier, Music B...
Mary Tamm - Interview
August 18, 2016 09:05 - 26 minutesMary Tamm was perhaps mostly known for her role as Romana in Dr. Who, but she had had a long and varied career in TV, film and theatre. Fellow actress and friend Jenny Runacre speaks here with Mary about her work in this touching and funny interview – one of the last she did before sadly passing away in 2012. She will be greatly missed. #DrWho #MaryTamm #DoctorWho #Ramona
Interview with our patron - Nicholas Parsons
August 18, 2016 08:55 - 59 minutesOur patron, Nicholas Parsons has been the host of the BBC Radio 4 panel game Just A Minute since its first broadcast on the 22nd December 1967. He is a show-business legend and we’re delighted to be able to offer you this insightful and funny interview with him. #nicholasparsons #justaminute #Ihaventaclue
The Springheel Files - File #3: All The Fun Of The Fair
August 17, 2016 10:57 - 16 minutesThe Springheel Files, narrated by Cameron K. McEwan, investigates the world of Wireless Theatre’s The Springheel Saga. With exclusive interviews, commentary and clips, we explore the world of The Carnival of Horrors, the second episode of the second series of The Legend of Springheel’d Jack. Looking at the facts behind the real-life Bartholomew Fair with Fortean expert Steve Ash, File #3 also explains how the characters have coped with the events of the series so far… and how the events and ...
The Springheel Files - File #2: If All The World's A Stage
August 17, 2016 08:53 - 14 minutesThe Springheel Files, narrated by Cameron K. McEwan, investigates the world of Wireless Theatre’s The Springheel Saga. With exclusive interviews, commentary and clips, File #2 documents the production of The Terror of London, the first episode of the second series, explores the facts behind the fiction with Fortean expert Steve Ash, and also examines how things have changed in the world of The Springheel Saga since the first series – and how the world of Jonah Smith will never be the same a...
Springheel'd Jack - Series 2 Trailer
November 11, 2013 12:14 - 1 minuteThe full trailer for the second series of The Springheel Saga - The Legend Of Springheel'd Jack. #SHJ London, 1845. Several years have passed since Springheel Jack last struck terror into the heart of the capital. Now a figure of legend, few people still consider him a threat. But then, in the depths of a London slum, a young girl flees in terror, and Detective Inspector Jonah Smith is pulled into a deadly confrontation... Coming soon, to www.wirelesstheatrecompany.co.uk
Stephen Fry - This Is A Download
June 22, 2012 13:07 - 5 secondsMusic to our ears. Legend Stephen Fry uttering our favourite words "This is a download from the Wireless Theatre Company". Amazing! #Download #RadioDrama #StephenFry #WirelessTheatre
Bloopers - Angels In The Dark
February 08, 2012 10:03 - 1 minuteArcher's star KIM DURHAM and the cast of ANGELS IN THE DARK and some of their outtakes... #Bloopers #Outtakes #RadioDrama #TheArchers #KimDurham
Pikey Entertains The Cast with Amazing beat boxing skills
December 03, 2011 17:08 - 54 secondsSome of our sound effects were performed vocally by Tom 'Pikey Esquire' Swarman. Here he is entertaining the crew with some improvised beat boxing. He's incredible! #BeatBoxing #LiveRecording #RadioDrama #WirelessTheatre #PikeyEsquire
Behind the Scenes with Matt Blair and David Beck
December 03, 2011 11:47 - 2 minutesBehind the scenes on day 1 of A Very Grimm Christmas. Talking with sound recordist Matt Blair, and director David Beck in The Dorfman Hub at the Roundhouse. #RadioDrama #WirelessTheatreComapny #TheRoundhouse #LiveRadioRecording #MattBlair #TechnicalRehearsal