Artist Event: Preparing for Fame
Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society • Professional company
Google Edinburgh Festival Fringe SocietyArtist Event: Preparing for Fame
By Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society • Professional company
Google Edinburgh Festival Fringe SocietyAbout the show
Psychotherapist to Hollywood creatives, Stacey Simmons, leads this free talk at the Event Space, presented by Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society. Participants receive a crash course in paying attention to their social habitat, including building resilience, looking for honest collaborators, spotting dangerous people and knowing when to bow out of a project gracefully. The discussion also covers engaging with fans and the press, preparing for the challenges of being in the public eye, and making plans to avoid financial and public pitfalls. The event runs for 120 minutes and is suitable for ages 16 and over.
Why see this show?
Practical, frank advice on navigating public life from someone who works with Hollywood creatives — offered for free at the Fringe. Whether you are an emerging artist or simply curious, this is a rare kind of Fringe event.
Free
Monday 18 August 2025
All performances at 14:00
120 mins
1 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the event?
The event runs for 120 minutes.
Where does it take place?
The event takes place at the Event Space.
What is the age guidance?
The event is suitable for ages 16 and over.
How much does it cost?
This is a free event.
What topics does the talk cover?
The talk covers building resilience, finding honest collaborators, spotting dangerous people, knowing when to leave a project, engaging with fans and the press, and making plans to avoid financial and public pitfalls.
Who leads the discussion?
The discussion is led by Stacey Simmons, a psychotherapist to Hollywood creatives.
About This Performance
Artist Event: Preparing for Fame is a events performance at Event Space during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 120 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
Experience the magic of live performance at Edinburgh Festival. Each show offers something unique and memorable.
Venue: Event Space
Event Space is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £null
Age Guidance: 16+
Content Warnings: None
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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Artist Event: Preparing for Fame represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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