Based on the 1980 phenomenal pop culture film, Fame The Musical is the international smash hit sensation following the lives of students at New York’s High School For The Performing Arts as they navigate their way through the highs and lows, the romances and the heartbreaks and the ultimate elation of life. This bittersweet but uplifting triumph of a show explores the issues that confront many young people today: prejudice, identity, pride, literacy, sexuality, substance abuse and perseverance. Read more …
The high-energy finale is still guaranteed to have the audience on their feet and leaving with a smile on their face!
The lesson to be taken from this school is, leave your preconceptions at the door – this isn’t a stage version of the film, or the TV series, it’s its own thing. And for what it is, it’s pretty darn good.
Every performer deserves credit for giving their all in the ensemble moments.
With the odd powerhouse performance Fame is enjoyable, taking small chances but remains a safe production for all.
Fame the Musical needs some reworking if it is to “live forever” as the lyrics of its titular song suggests.
King's Theatre, Glasgow from Monday July 30, 2018, until Saturday August 4, 2018. More info: www.theambassadors.com/kings/
King's Theatre, Edinburgh from Tuesday October 23, 2018, until Saturday October 27, 2018. More info: http://www.edtheatres.com/kings
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