Almost Famous
The Actors Theatre, Brighton, May 3-4
Kings Arms Theatre, Salford, July 19-20
Underground Venues, Buxton, July 21-22
Surgeons Hall, Edinburgh, August 1-16
For everyone who never quite made it...however far they got.
Emily Benton, veteran female actor and star of stage and screen, is back in the UK after a career that took her to Broadway and Hollywood. With her pedigree, she should be in Downton Abbey or the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Instead she's in Brighton, auditioning for a role in a devised play that has only become available because another, slightly older and more famous, female actor has gone to join the theatre in the sky. How did fate bring her to this?
Maybe there's a secret that Emily isn't revealing.
Every story starts somewhere - Almost Famous starts with the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, and a woman who, 50 years later, is finally facing her Waterloo...
Maybe there's a secret that Emily isn't revealing.
Every story starts somewhere - Almost Famous starts with the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, and a woman who, 50 years later, is finally facing her Waterloo...
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The Almost Famous team and associates:
Emily Benton: Jac Wheble Writer/Director: Andy Moseley Sound and lighting: Emma Burton Publicity photos: Graham Bell Production photos: Siobhan @16 BeasleyStPhotography |
Show information:
Venue: The Actors Theatre, Brighton Festival Fringe Dates and times: May 3rd and 4th, 2025 at 7.30pm Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions) Venue: Surgeon's Hall, Edinburgh Festival Fringe August 1st to 16th at 3.45pm (1st to 9th) and 5.45pm (11th to 16th) No shows 3rd and 10th) Tickets: £11 Almost Famous is dedicated to everyone who never quite made it, however far they got. |
Reviews of previous NoLogoProductions productions
Make-up
On one level it is a tale of indignation and anger at the world, his own family and community who fail to cope with those who are different. On another, it is also an exploration of the issues of identity that can affect us all and how we want to be perceived. ***** Daily Business
A disarmingly truthful and humorous piece, adroitly constructed and beautifully performed. Moj Taylor is skilled at both humour and pathos, prickly yet inviting, welcoming the audience into his world yet always keeping a distance. **** AllEdinburgh Theatre
For more on Make-up, click here
A Beginner's Guide to Populism
'A timely production. It lampoons populism and its insular message with great verve, but without offering simple solutions. The us-and-them divisions are nicely drawn, as what makes an outsider so becomes ever more ludicrously defined.' **** Fringe Guru
Expertly conceived, written and executed by a team who plainly have an eye for the socio-political zeitgeist. A thoroughly entertaining play, brilliantly executed and cleverly written.' Ian Hamilton - Buxton Fringe Review
For more on A Beginner's Guide to Populism, our 2017/18 production, click here
After We Danced
If you are looking for a play that has warmth, examines the human condition, with some fine lines and performances from talented actors, then this could be the new play for you. ***** Remote Goat
Sweet and romantic, a well-rounded tale that is uplifting and believable. The strong cast inject a sense of energy and innocence into the carefully balanced script. **** British Theatre Guide
For more on After We Danced, our 2015/16 production, click here
Casual Encounters
Terrific, very funny, with brilliant use of gags to achieve and support the three act structure.' Richard Bean, (One Man, Two Guvnors) One Act Play Festival, The Orange Tree, Richmond
'An exploration of marriage, relationships, gender roles, class, mores and more. Each is interwoven into a strong piece of theatre. The acting is assured and the direction crisp. I can certainly recommend it to you' Buxton Fringe Review
For more on Casual Encounters, our 2013/14 production also revived in 2024, click here
Other productions
For more on any of our earlier productions click here
On one level it is a tale of indignation and anger at the world, his own family and community who fail to cope with those who are different. On another, it is also an exploration of the issues of identity that can affect us all and how we want to be perceived. ***** Daily Business
A disarmingly truthful and humorous piece, adroitly constructed and beautifully performed. Moj Taylor is skilled at both humour and pathos, prickly yet inviting, welcoming the audience into his world yet always keeping a distance. **** AllEdinburgh Theatre
For more on Make-up, click here
A Beginner's Guide to Populism
'A timely production. It lampoons populism and its insular message with great verve, but without offering simple solutions. The us-and-them divisions are nicely drawn, as what makes an outsider so becomes ever more ludicrously defined.' **** Fringe Guru
Expertly conceived, written and executed by a team who plainly have an eye for the socio-political zeitgeist. A thoroughly entertaining play, brilliantly executed and cleverly written.' Ian Hamilton - Buxton Fringe Review
For more on A Beginner's Guide to Populism, our 2017/18 production, click here
After We Danced
If you are looking for a play that has warmth, examines the human condition, with some fine lines and performances from talented actors, then this could be the new play for you. ***** Remote Goat
Sweet and romantic, a well-rounded tale that is uplifting and believable. The strong cast inject a sense of energy and innocence into the carefully balanced script. **** British Theatre Guide
For more on After We Danced, our 2015/16 production, click here
Casual Encounters
Terrific, very funny, with brilliant use of gags to achieve and support the three act structure.' Richard Bean, (One Man, Two Guvnors) One Act Play Festival, The Orange Tree, Richmond
'An exploration of marriage, relationships, gender roles, class, mores and more. Each is interwoven into a strong piece of theatre. The acting is assured and the direction crisp. I can certainly recommend it to you' Buxton Fringe Review
For more on Casual Encounters, our 2013/14 production also revived in 2024, click here
Other productions
For more on any of our earlier productions click here
