Air
The Writing Room showcase of new audio drama for summer 2021.
About the work
AIR - the culmination of 12 weeks’ development in The Writing Room.
This diverse range of pieces are all set in Hereford, showing a dynamic cross section of local life.
Twelve writers. Twelve plays. A radio… And you. Listen to this.
Delivered for The Courtyard by Feral Productions in association with Open Sky Theatre Directed by Lisle Turner.
Performances
Initially scheduled for 30th March 2020, actually performed 24th June 2021
The Courtyard Studio Theatre.
Alone
by Lucas Harris
When the parents go away on holiday, their son stays behind to look after the house whilst fighting with his own inner demon completely alone.
Miracle on Ledbury Road
By Lyndsay Maples
Two humble 8th century serfs unwittingly find themselves in possession on the body of a murdered king. They’re going to need a miracle.
Reawakening
by Rebecca Cook
Avis is a former dancer living with dementia. Struggling to cope, her son seeks help from care-worker Sarah. Can they reconnect with Avis through music?
The Handover
by Samuelon Obigbesan
Years 2021 and 2001 charge through Hereford shooting monsters and taking names. THey must liberate the year 2020 before the clock strikes midnight.
The Juvenile Drama
by Jordan-Alicia Todd
Two sisters discover an old toy theatre in the attic with sinister consequences.
The Raincoat
by Jacqueline Ann Carwardine
A planned evening of writing wedding invitations when the couple are interrupted by a phone call. Mandy now has a journey home alone, through a dreadful storm with a mysterious follower.
Candid Portraits
by Alice Trant
A successful photographer returns home to Hereford to make an inspirational speech at her former school.
Everyone In
by G.N.Parsons
Two rough sleepers face a night of fear and suspense in a pedestrian underpass. Can they share the space or will it destroy them.
Mind the Gap
by Ellie Davis
Three estranged childhood friends meet at the train station, chosen years ago as their rendezvous point in the case of an apocalypse.
Reg Walker
By Geoffrey Young
Released into retirement Reg Walker puts his best feet forward as he skips up hill and falls down dale in search of adventures.
Sheltered
By Robyn Barratt
Girl next door Pru Marriot just wants a hassle-free bus ride to work but fiery, former friend Tina is feeling particularly chatty today.
No Smoke
By Mary Davies
A little girl and her uncle are waiting for the train to Ledbury to start a special day out. Yet things are not quite as they seem.
Cast/ crew
Performers
Laura Bayston
Claire Coaché
Anthony Murphy
Dan Pegler
Kate Pothecary
Ben Williams
Creatives
Recorded & designed by Anthony Murphy
Directed by Lisle Turner
Produced by Estelle van Warmelo