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The JAPE Collective

The JAPE Collective

By JAPE Productions

A collective of audio dramas, including observational humour in DUMMY CABS, based on one writer’s experience as a taxi driver in the 1990’s, or THE QUIET ONE brings an old lady struggling to get rid of her smelly husband... WHO CARES? is a thoughtful drama originally written for the stage, now adapted for broadcast, while SELLER VEE is also a short story adaptation. Like farce? Then don’t miss TEETHING PROBLEMS! (Or get your dentures into THE MENU NEW.)
All material performed by Jacqui Padden, Peter Franksson and Alan Veale, and written by award-winning scriptwriters, Peter and Alan.
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Dummy Cabs 1 “The grass is always greener…”

The JAPE CollectiveSep 28, 2023

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Dummy Cabs 1 “The grass is always greener…”

Dummy Cabs 1 “The grass is always greener…”

Bob confides in Beryl about his matrimonial “threesome”, minibus driver Hunter loses the plot, and rival firm A to B Cabs are poaching staff.

Sep 28, 202315:19
The Menu New

The Menu New

Scott and Val have come to a posh restaurant for a “special” occasion – but their anniversary dinner does NOT go to plan. While Scott’s attempt to pop the question is initially foiled by an old flame, Val’s man-y previous relationships provoke more questions than there are items on the menu!

Jul 14, 202327:01
Who Cares?

Who Cares?

Julie has had a gruelling day at the care home where she works. She just wants a glass of wine and a cuddle – not necessarily in that order. She has a colourful story to tell, but why won’t David come out of the kitchen and help Julie unwind?

Mar 17, 202318:39
Seller Vee

Seller Vee

When your luck finally runs IN, what do you do? Barmaid Shani hates being short of money, so when a thousand pounds turns up in her shopping bag, she has some tough decisions to make. As her colleague Miserable Martin puts it: Seller Vee!

Oct 09, 202212:59
All At Sea!
Jun 17, 202224:11
The Red Rose Tattoo

The Red Rose Tattoo

An edited version of one of our original live performances, including seven sketches presented ‘radio-style’ (scripts, microphones and plenty of imagination).

We introduce you to Ede and Flo in literary mood, a body in the library, the ladies from the Women’s Institute censoring a nursery rhyme, and several other eccentric residents of “that jewel in the crown of Lancashire, Little Snogging By The Bus Stop.”

All material written by Peter Franksson and Alan Veale, with music by Jim and Dave Thomas.

Jun 17, 202226:52
The Quiet One

The Quiet One

An elderly woman wants to get rid of her husband. Why won’t the man at the Citizen’s Advice Bureau help her out? And why on earth won’t Bernie eat his bacon butty?

Jun 17, 202213:32
Teething Problems 3 “We’ve already got one corpse…”

Teething Problems 3 “We’ve already got one corpse…”

John and Alice are driven to desperate measures when both their spouses threaten to spoil their plans. The bodies mount up, but who will walk off with that bag of stolen loot?

Jun 17, 202220:16
Teething Problems 2 “I didn’t invite Colin!”

Teething Problems 2 “I didn’t invite Colin!”

Alice’s dodgy boyfriend muscles in on the conspiring lovers’ dilemma. Disposing of a body is more Colin’s kind of expertise – but can he be trusted not to spill the beans?

Jun 17, 202225:35
Teething Problems 1 “I don’t like dead bodies…”

Teething Problems 1 “I don’t like dead bodies…”

An emergency extraction proves to be an insurmountable challenge for John and Alice, especially when the patient dies during the procedure, leaving a false name and a bag full of cash.

Jun 17, 202224:34
Dummy Cabs 5 “When push comes to shove…”

Dummy Cabs 5 “When push comes to shove…”

New horizons beckon as Bob dons a suit and tie, Beryl has to make a tough decision, and Hunter gets head-hunted.

Jun 17, 202219:37
Dummy Cabs 4 “Unnecessary friction…”

Dummy Cabs 4 “Unnecessary friction…”

A female plumber gives Bob advice on his love-life, but fails to fix the heating. Phil bites off more than he can chew, and A to B Cabs look to be driving Beryl to the end of her tether.

Jun 17, 202221:43
Dummy Cabs 3 “Are you taking the… ?”

Dummy Cabs 3 “Are you taking the… ?”

The heating has packed in and Beryl’s digestive system is in a similar state. Bob’s efforts on the desk are found wanting, and Beryl is embarrassed by an exotic bird.

Jun 17, 202219:23
Dummy Cabs 2 “Wait while I strangle a driver…”

Dummy Cabs 2 “Wait while I strangle a driver…”

Beryl is in danger of working a double shift, while over-sexed Phil is running riot. Bob has a “wee” issue over an old lady – and where, oh where is The Blue Pines?

Jun 17, 202221:50