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The Soft Subject - Audio Drama

The Soft Subject - Audio Drama

Written by: Chris Woodley
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 The Soft Subject is an intimate LGBTQ+ audio drama series created and performed by Chris Woodley. Blending theatre, storytelling and personal reflection, the show explores love, loss, identity and the messy beautiful lessons that shape our lives. Told with honesty, humour and emotional depth, each episode invites you into a world where everyday moments become acts of bravery, where heartbreak becomes transformation, and where the softest parts of ourselves reveal the strongest truths. Whether you are drawn to autobiographical stories, queer narratives, audio drama, or simply tales that speakChris Woodley Drama & Plays
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  • The Soft Subject - Audio Drama

    The Soft Subject - Audio Drama
    Dec 4 2025

    Based on the critically acclaimed play The Soft Subject.

    A gay drama teacher aims to fall in love and live happily ever after, but when the fairy-tale abruptly ends, his hard nut dad is left to pick up the pieces.

    Credits:

    Written and Performed by: Chris Woodley

    Directed by: Amy Liptrott

    Sound Music and Editing: Katie Ellewood

    Recorded at: BonaFide Studios

    Based on: The Soft Subject the critically acclaimed LGBTQ+ stage play. Supported by MQ Mental Heath.

    Script: Available via Playdead

    Critical praise for the original play:

    ★★★★★ “Utterly lovable” — The Reviews Hub

    ★★★★★ “Masterful talent” — ScotsGay

    ★★★★★ “A roller coaster of emotions” — Curtain Up Show

    ★★★★ “Heart breaking” — The Stage

    ★★★★ “A hidden gem” — British Theatre

    ★★★★ “Terrifically moving and intimate” — The Wee Review

    ★★★★ “A show with heart” — Fringe Biscuit

    Script available via Playdead Publishing.

    The Soft Subject (A Love Story) was originally produced by Hyphen Theatre Company, Co-Founded by Esmé Patey-Ford and Chris Woodley.

    Developed by: Agnes Wild

    Dramaturg: Anna Beecher

    Artwork: Mihaela Bodlovic

    Chris Woodley @ImChrisWoodley

    Trigger warning: This audio drama contains brief references to suicide and homophobia.

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