Allan Wilson

After many years of watching & supporting theatre, I will be making my writing / performing debut at the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. More details on Thurs.

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

I've just completed my Fringe debut, with lots of positive feedback, mainly thanks to Kol. Not only is she an amazing director, but she is also a fantastic human being, who always does 'the right thing'. Surely, somebody must have a suitable opportunity for her?

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Finally, to my director, @kolbrunbjort, who is not only a super-talented director, but also a fantastic human being, full of care, kindness & consideration for others. Whenever I told someone that I was working with Kol, the instant response was always, ‘Oh, she’s lovely!’ 5/5

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

I’ve finished my run of #RedAlert_Cancer at Zoo Playground, so its time for some ‘thank you’s. First to @zoovenues, who let me bring a show to the Fringe after so many years as a fan & supporter Thanks, in particular, to Owain, Dave, Thomas & Tom, who were always so helpful. 1/5

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Thanks to my amazing AD, @roisinsbryson, who was always full of enthusiasm and brought her joy and talent to the production, even when she was unwell. She could become the latest in the long line of talented writers for theatre to emerge from Ireland. 4/5

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

"With the unspoken message that cancer is normal: live with it, this is as close to the heart of the fringe’s founding open-access ethos as you could want. It is no vanity project, nor is it therapy. It is the story of the life we all live."
https://t.co/ouTBN57JFg

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Positively your last chance to see #RedAlert_Cancer, this morning.
It has been emotional, stressful, exhausting, and fun - but the time has come to pack up the projector, lamps, iPad and mole for the last time. 1/3
@ZOOvenues - Playground, 11.30 - 12.30
https://t.co/S5GpHZToY7

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

I've had some lovely reviews:
"To hear the candid way Wilson faces the disease throughout the production, without reserve or insult, is remarkably refreshing and likely relieving for some."
https://t.co/8gYNqVJUyN

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Thanks, Róisín!

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

@Hansplat I'll definitely get back to you with my thoughts, though it will be a very long email, or possibly a blog.

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Thanks for the LOVELY review, Dom, you got it. Other people may chase 5 star ŕeviews, but your kind words are plenty for me!

[Corr Blimey @Corr_Blimey_]

In the end, nothing is solved. As Wilson says, he is merely asking of the relation between red hair and Cancer. He isn’t an Oncologist; he's a Wilson. Refreshing #EdFringe2022 #Theatre.
@RedAlert_Cancer has two performances left @ZOOvenues ⭐️⭐️⭐️
https://t.co/2vDuHqqAkO

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

One of my closest theatre friends gives her thoughts on a review of my #RedAlert_Cancer, which has its final performance tomorrow, 11.30 - 12.30, @ZOOvenues - Playground

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

@DebsCa Thanks, Debbie! The review made my Fringe!

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Congratulations on getting such a lovely, helpful review from @Corr_Blimey_

[Jaz Skingle Productions @JazSProductions]

I’m so grateful for such a great and detailed review - to say ‘this is fringe’ about MY show, when I love #Edfringe SO much - means everything to me. ‘..emergence of talent and a bloody fine start’ also makes me feel validated. You are right - definitely see you next year 🤩

[Allan Wilson @allanbw2]

Only two more chances to catch #RedAlert_Cancer, today and tomorrow. Find out how the redheads in my family were all affected by cancer, and donate to Cancer Research UK. @ZOOvenues - Playground, 11.30 - 12.30.
https://t.co/NZA1oo3cB7

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

I was a bit worried about having an interpreter, but Adrian was great. I would encourage Fringe companies to have an interpreter in their shows. Not as hard as you think to be inclusive! We got Adrian through @DeafAction. (Been trying to post all day - Wi-Fi/Twitter problems.)

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Had a lovely audience for today’s #RedAlert_Cancer, joining in the exercise break and laughing in all the right places. Thank you so much! And a special thanks to the wonderful BSL interpreter, Adrian, who coped with everything I threw at him, including 'metatastic melanoma'.

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

Have a look at the #RedAlert_Cancer content on the lovely @frameworktc Insta site! Thanks to @ROISINSBRYSON for putting it all together.

[Framework Theatre @frameworktc]

Today’s takeover is by @allanbw2 taking @RedAlert_Cancer to Zoo Playground from 5th-13th August!

Head on over to our Instagram to find out more from Allan and the team! https://t.co/wyz5tE6rzn

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

@MillarSally Very likely, but after reading Thom Dibdin's lovely review, I’m beginning to think there's a lot to be said for 'imperfect', but 'authentic' theatre.

[Allan Wilson @RedAlert_Cancer]

First preview, today. Not a good start when I found my sour-dough bread had gone mouldy and my milk was off – so had cereal with water ☹️ & cinnamon tea 😃for breakfast. (I planned a relaxing 75 min. bus journey into Edinburgh with time for a final read through of my script.) 1/6