Dive into four captivating new audio adventures featuring the dynamic duo, the Sixth Doctor and Peri Brown, in stories that promise to expand their thrilling journey through time and space. These releases from Big Finish offer fans fresh narratives set within the beloved era of the Sixth Doctor, portrayed by Colin Baker, and his companion Peri, played by Nicola Bryant. Prepare for intriguing mysteries and perilous situations as this iconic TARDIS team encounters new foes and familiar challenges.
The Headless Ones
In “The Headless Ones” by James Parsons and Andrew Stirling-Brown, an urgent distress signal yanks the TARDIS off course, landing the Doctor and Peri in 19th century Africa. Far from a simple rescue mission, they stumble upon a British expedition deep in the continent, searching for a legendary lost tribe. These are the B’lemyae, known locally as the chilling “Headless Ones.” What secrets do these mysterious beings hold, and what is the true nature of the disturbance that drew the TARDIS to this time and place?
Like
Jacqueline Rayner presents “Like,” a story set on the Earth colony world of Rusina, where social status is dictated by online popularity. In this subscriber-led society, amassing ‘likes’ leads to advancement, while ‘dislikes’ result in demotion, or something far more sinister. When the Doctor begins to investigate the unsettling truth behind this popularity-obsessed culture, he quickly finds himself becoming extremely unpopular. Can he unravel the dark secret at the heart of Rusina before he and Peri face the ultimate social consequence?
The Vanity Trap
“The Vanity Trap” by Stuart Manning revisits the world of Hollywood glamour with former film star Myrna Kendal. Now relegated to reminiscing on chat shows, Myrna harbors a secret about one unfinished film she refuses to discuss – until the TARDIS materializes during a live TV interview. The sudden appearance of the Doctor and Peri unexpectedly unlocks long-forgotten memories, plunging them into a mystery connected to Myrna’s past and the hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface of fame and vanity.
Conflict Theory
“Conflict Theory” by Nev Fountain takes a unique turn as Peri, concerned about the Doctor’s increasingly protective nature, issues an ultimatum: seek counselling or she will leave the TARDIS. Faced with the potential loss of his companion, the Doctor reluctantly agrees and seeks out an extraordinary psychoanalyst – none other than Dr Sigmund Freud. This introspective adventure delves into the complex dynamics of the Doctor and Peri’s relationship as they confront their issues with the help of a legendary figure from Earth’s history.
Note: Fans should be aware that the audio drama “Conflict Theory” will soon be out of print once current CD stock is depleted, making this a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of Doctor Who’s Sixth Doctor era.
