Articles by Gordon Noele

The Ivor Novello Story (by arrangement with Samuel French Ltd)

Ivor Novello: glamorous stage and screen star, author and matinee idol is mostly known today as a glorious melodic theatrical composer.

A Male Soprano

Running at just forty minutes, this play with songs is a little gem: a bit rough round the edges and lot of polishing may be required, but talent is on show and an endearing centra…

SOS - Save Our Spaces

The dedicated, hard-working and committed cast of six actors worked hard to bring this piece alive on a cramped stage.

Cocktails with the Diva

The Oxford Dictionary describes ‘Diva’ as: “A celebrated female opera singer, a famous female singer of popular music, or a woman regarded as temperamental or haughty”.

Joe Stilgoe: Songs On Film

Joe Stilgoe and his excellent band create a wonderful atmosphere with their musical stylings, charming personalities, and atmospheric lighting.

You're Never Too Old

There is no doubt that an audience of a certain age will fondly remember the two famous actors starring in You’re Never Too Old, although audiences of any age could not fail to e…

Making It!

Billed as a poignant one-woman comedy drama, actress Davina Leonard delivers exactly that, with more accent on the drama.

Anna Morris: Would Like to Thank

This is character comedy at its best.

Lloyd Griffith: Voice of an Angel, Body of a Trucker

Griffith’s slightly self deprecating solo show, is an easy-going fun hour spent in his company.

Message in a Bottle- David Bottomley's Tribute to Destert Island Discs

Review
★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
14th Aug, 2012

If you revel in the musicality of the 1930s, take pleasure in performance poetry or wish to be swept away with some old world charm, then push the boat out and go see this show.

I, Tommy

Review
★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
20th Aug, 2012

Tommy Sheridan cuts a rather sad figure of fun these days.

Carl Hutchinson: Acceptable?

Review
★★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
20th Aug, 2012

Good looks and charm can go a long way to be a success in stand up comedy.

The Two Most Perfect Things

Ivor Novello and Noel Coward have both been celebrated countless times in musical biopics, but this could be the first time that their respective careers and lives have been combin…

Four Screws Loose in #screwtheworld

Review
★★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
21st Aug, 2012

This fast paced, quick-fire sketch show has the audience rolling in the aisles.

Desperately Seeking the Exit - Free

Review
★★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
16th Aug, 2012

What makes a lot of cash in the Musical Theatre? Juke Box musicals: Mamma Mia, We Will Rock You, Jersey Boys.

Hell's Bells by Lynne Truss

Review
★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
17th Aug, 2012

If you like non-confrontational theatre, plays without a message, or just fancy a pleasant morning, Hell’s Bells is the play for you.

Joel Dommett - Nunchuck Silver Medallist 2002

Review
★★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
23rd Aug, 2012

From the moment Joel Dommett stepped onto the stage with his mop of perfectly tousled hair, handsome looks and frequently exposed midriff (one wonders if he sponsored by the makers…

Sweethearts of the 40s - Free

Review
★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
21st Aug, 2012

For all the atrocities of the Second World War, it was a fertile period for great songs.

Deirdre and Me

Review
★★★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
13th Aug, 2012

Coronation Street is iconic.

Claire Benjamin Presents The Von Trapp Family Singers

Review
★★
Gordon Noele
Edinburgh Fringe
24th Aug, 2012

Sometimes a title of a show can be so specific in its subject matter that it can pull the audience in and deliver exactly what they expect to see.

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