“Producing means you wear two hats because there’s money on the line so you’re keen to get an audience in, but it also gives an edge to performing and it’s a full-on experience.”
WHO: Richard Shelton
WHAT: “Sinatra and the 70s are not a good fit. He hates retirement and his comeback album flops. Concerts prove he can still pull in a crowd but he feels out of step with the times. Will he ever find that one big hit to redefine him? Told as a monologue from his Palm Spring’s den, this brand-new show stars Richard Shelton after his critically acclaimed Sinatra: Raw show wowed critics worldwide. Written and directed by Bert Tyler-Moore, creator of The Windsors. ‘Shelton is phenomenal. He captures the essence of the man perfectly’ (BBC Radio 4).”
WHERE: Dirty Martini at Le Monde (Venue 47)
WHEN: 15:30 (60 min)
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Is this your first time to Edinburgh?
This is my twelfth Fringe and whilst each time is different, the excitement is the same. Bringing a show to the Fringe a life affirming experience and this show is special because it’s the continuation of ’Sinatra: RAW’ which started it’s life here before getting global critical acclaim, so it feels like coming home. Producing means you wear two hats because there’s money on the line so you’re keen to get an audience in, but it also gives an edge to performing and it’s a full-on experience. It’s an Alice in Wonderland experience being a punter.
What are the big things you’ve learned since 2025 and have you absorbed any of the lessons yet?
I had an epiphany with this show! I live in Los Angeles and after having spent time in Palm Springs and visiting the second of Sinatra’s homes by private invitation, I was staring out at the mountains from my home, which stretch through to the Palm Springs desert from LA and it stuck me right between the eyes like a bullet – this is the next stage of the Sinatra story that needs telling. It came to me, not the other way around. It demanded telling of me, through me. It’s powerful stuff. I’m a big believer in manifestation.
Tell us about your show.
I conceived the idea and collaborated with Bert Tyler Moore who writes ‘The Windsors’ on Channel 4 TV to write the script. I am producing it. We have a London try-out and will wait to see what the public thinks before making plans for the future. After the Fringe, I will bring it back over to Los Angeles and develop a screen play concept from it.
What should your audience see at the festivals after they’ve seen your show?
Audiences should certainly see what they love but also what challenges them. I like seeing work that stretches me. Some of the most memorable shows have been those I didn’t think I would necessarily enjoy but they stayed with me. I recommend a mix – some music, some comedy, something late night and something to make your brain tick.
I am excited to see Mike Hatchard in Ludwig: Unfinished Business, Kayla Boyle as Elizabeth Taylor in Call Me Elizabeth, and 11 ½ Angry Men.
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