Written & directed by Colin Lever
Available on Apple & Spotify
Open-Mic (the sit-com) highlights one woman’s journey to find her voice, after years of servitude. A rom-com in reverse, it traces Daph’s hilarious exploits through the vagaries of the open-mic music scene. She meets many crazy characters, all seeking that elusive gig.
Will Daph beat them to it, or will her husband, Reg, scupper her dreams? Whether you are a seasoned musician, or plain tone deaf, Daph’s quest for independence is sure to strike a chord and keep you laughing.
Episode 1: Let’s talk about sex
Escaping Reg’s clutches, Daph gets more than she bargained for when she stumbles into the Open-Mic music scene.
How to get the best from the experience:
- Pour yourself a drink.
- Retire to a quiet place
- Dim the lights
- Activate the OPEN-MIC podcast
- Close your eyes, relax,
- And let us tickle your giggle-spot
If you would like to find out if Daph gets that elusive gig, please.
- Donate to the Open-Mic (the sit-com) crowdfund
- Subscribe to Open-Mic (the sit-com) on YouTube (it’s free!)
- Join the Open-Mic (the sit-com) group on Facebook
Further episodes
Episode 2: Park life
Daph tries to get Reg off his a*** and moving. A visit to Pisspot’s flat is a mind bending experience
Episode 3: Blue moon
On-stage mishaps continue but is someone else behind them? Trying to get to grips with emoji’s Daph gets a surprise aubergine.
Episode 4: Should I stay or should I go?
It all gets a bit hamlet with the omelette. Reg’s surprise puts Daph in hospital. She must escape, but how?
Episode 5: Stayin’ alive CCR or CPR?
Does attendance at her friend’s funeral spell the end for Daph’s dream of performing?
Episode 6: It’s a mystery
A possible mystery sequel, using sketches and one-liners from subscribers.
Cast
Daph– “Your supper’s in the microwave” Mia Mannion
Reg– “Where’s the microwave?” Arthur Parkes
Dolores– “I’m The least flammable person I know.” Glynis O’Connor
Screech– “Fat, feisty and in your face.” Janet Jacques
Joe (taxi man) – “I’m beginning to look old and ugly.” John McNichol
Little Mo– “Nothing wrong with your eyesight then.” Lorna Hopley
CT (Geezus)- “Your one and only CT, MC. Working the PA.” Chris Rive
Zeetuay (Landlady)- “she’s so vain, she probably thinks the song is about her.” Lesley Hill
Pisspot- “I’m a freegan vegan.” Colin Lever

Episode one has been sponsored and supported by ArtHouse Jersey
Produced by Wilson Nash
Artwork by Crystal Dinosaur
Recorded by Wilson Nash at Jersey Rock studios
Artwork by Crystal Dinosaur
Sound effects care of Freesound
Incidental music by Lendanear
Written and Directed by Colin Lever
