The Doctor and Yaz begin their audio adventures with ‘Vampire Weekend’ from writer Tim Foley. 

July 2024 brought news that Jodie Whittaker and Mandip Gill were going to reprise their roles as the Thirteenth Doctor and Yaz Khan for a series of official Doctor Who audio adventures.

Now, audio producers Big Finish have revealed the cover art and details for their first story together: ‘Vampire Weekend’. It comes from the pen of the talented Tim Foley.

Here’s the synopsis:

It’s Gina’s hen-do and her Maid of Honour has booked a large manor in the Peak District. All her friends should be here – including Yasmin Khan, who’s been mysteriously quiet whilst away on her travels.

But Yaz is bringing a guest. Someone who isn’t invited. Someone who might prove a little disruptive.

The Doctor is joining the celebrations. Unfortunately, so is an ancient enemy…

Joining Jodie Whittaker and Mandip Gill, ‘Vampire Weekend’ stars Daniel Walford as Daryl, Anna Crichlow as Zoya and Kat, Jeremy Ang Jones as Mason, and Mandi Symonds as Gina’s mum.

The 60-minute adventure’s director is Ken Bentley and the producer is Noga Flaishon. The sound design and music is by Joe Kraemer, and the cover artwork comes from Rafe Wallbank.

Writer Tim Foley says:

“I’m delighted to sink my teeth into a whole new era (vampire pun). We had a riot making this story – Jodie and Mandip could star in a sitcom as themselves, they’re so funny, and their chemistry is amazing.

“Vampire Weekend is a darkly comic manor-house mystery – think Bodies Bodies Bodies or a northern Cluedo, smushed with a hen party you’re trying to get out of. I hope this tale captures the Thirteenth Doctor’s madcap, fast-paced energy – right before she’s launched into a brand-new series like a technicolour pinball. Enjoy the jokes, the mini quiche, and the paranoia. But watch out! There’s a mysterious bloodsucker on the loose…”

The story is the first in a run of twelve full-cast audio drama adventures for the Thirteenth
Doctor and Yaz. The series begins in July 2025, with a bimonthly release schedule – alternating with the new Ninth Doctor and Rose Tyler series.

Doctor Who – The Thirteenth Doctor Adventures: Vampire Weekend is up for pre-order art Big Finish. It’s available as a digital download to own, or on Collection Edition CD (+ digital download). Bundles for the whole series are also available.