Michael Burdett: Before Fame
Comedy (spoken word)
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Venue 23Pleasance Dome - 10 Dome
- 13:35
- Aug 26
- 1 hour
- Country: United Kingdom - England
- Group: Michael Burdett
- Warnings and additional info: -
- Accessibility: May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
- Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
- Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
Description
Or: what not to do when you discover one of the world's greatest pop duos in a village hall. The extraordinary untold backstory of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley by the man who discovered them when they were part of an unknown ska band. And how 40 years later he did something remarkable with the recordings they made together. Edinburgh award-winner Burdett returns with an astonishing story of the power of music in a tale that will make you laugh, cry and scratch your head at how coincidence shapes destiny.Please note that while all media gallery content is provided by verified members of the event, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society does not review or approve this content before it is posted. Reports of inappropriate content or copyright infringement can be directed to [email protected].
General venue access
- Accessible entry: Main queue at entrance to venue. Access to space via locked lift, please notify the venue ahead of your visit if you require use of the lift and ask at the box office upon arrival for access. Performance space is on First Floor, with 20 steps up a permanent spiral stone staircase.
- Stairs: 20+
Wheelchair access type: Temporary Ramp, Lift (Building Lift)
Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info
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Adrian Stent 19 days ago
A remarkable first-hand story of the days before Wham was Wham, told with a wealth of fascinating detail and great warmth by a master story-teller. A big-hearted gem - not to be missed.
Ros Barnes 22 days ago
Fascinating story, told with humour, heart and thoroughly engaging! Highly recommend!
Debbie Ward 25 days ago
Warm and engaging show with some lovely twists. One of our favourites of the Fringe this year (and we saw 16 shows). By turns intriguing, funny and emotional.
As a bonus, talented performance poet Luke Wright (who we've seen multiple times) is in the next slot at the very same venue so do yourself a favour and book for both for a top afternoon.
Anthony Quinn 27 days ago
This is genuinely one of my favourite shows this year: it's a real hidden gem. Michael Burdett is a such a fantastic storyteller and he just seems like such a lovely, kind, self-deprecating guy. He's got amazing inside-track tales of the music industry and he regales them with such humour and warmth. Do not miss it.
Jill Simkin 28 days ago
A very well put together show. A fascinating story and well presented.
Philip Bryan 33 days ago
A fascinating simply told and totally engaging. Could not recommend it more.
Steven Derbyshire 34 days ago
Really enjoyable show. Michael is an engaging story teller and gave us a tantalising look at what might have been. I got an LP into the bargain! Highly recommended.
Katrina Farquhar 35 days ago
An unexpected treat. A really interesting, funny and heartwarming tour of a life well live. Thank you.
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