My Middle Name Means Simpleton In Ancient French

roann mccloskey in association with fake escape · Ages 14+ · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

one person show

Fresh from sell out runs in London, Paris and the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Award winning British Algerian performer Roann McCloskey brings her trademark obsessive compulsive honesty to the USA for the first time with her brand new autobiographical show. Tackling themes such as sexual identity, white privilege and her mother’s inability to get anyone’s name right, McCloskey ensures each show is “packed full of love, integrity, wit and humour” (Bath Echo).

“Offers a mixture of meaningful reflections on family whilst still being able to relatably laugh at the fact your dad can’t use Facebook properly ★★★★”
- Somewhere Magazine

“McCloskey broaches the subjects of sexuality, family and dating in a fresh, tender and delicate manner that will leave an impression on you that is impossible to ignore ★★★★”
- WithinHerWords

Vault Origins Award Winner 2019
Stonewall Top 50 LGBTQ Shows To See at Edinburgh Fringe 2019
The List Magazine Pick of The Fringe
Bechdel Theatre Pick Of The Fringe

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Production Team


* Fringe Veteran