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Sub Contract
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A sharp Scottish satire where a struggling workshop is asked to build the impossible — in total secrecy.
A fast-paced, absurd comedy that blends political farce with brilliantly pointed humour.
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About the Audiobook
Subcontract is a sharp and satirical comedy set in a small joiner’s workshop in the Scottish Highlands. Dougie and Jessie’s business is on the brink of collapse when a mysterious government phone call sends them into a panic — have they been caught by the Inland Revenue?
Their fears take a bizarre turn when Mr Cooper arrives with an outrageous proposal: to secretly build a nuclear submarine entirely out of MDF, saving the government millions while keeping the public blissfully unaware.
Written by award-winning Scottish playwright Bob Davidson, this fast-paced one-act play blends biting satire, farcical twists, and razor-sharp dialogue to deliver a comedy that’s as unsettling as it is hilarious.
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Why You'll Love This Drama
- A brilliantly absurd political satire with sharp, fast-paced dialogue.
- Award-winning writing from Scottish playwright Bob Davidson.
- Performed by a talented cast with dynamic comedic timing.
- Perfect for fans of farce, dark humour, and modern Scottish theatre.
- A tight 25‑minute performance that delivers big laughs and bold satire in a small package.
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Cast & Production Credits
Release Date: 15 September 2020
Listening Length: 25 minutes
Language: English (Unabridged)
Author: Bob Davidson
Producer & Director: Barry Robertson
Sound Engineer: Stephen Bull
Cast:
John Scougall, Lucy Goldie, Barry Robertson
Publisher: The Grey Hill
This production delivers a sharp, satirical performance that captures the absurdity and wit at the heart of Bob Davidson’s award-winning one-act play.