Ashton-under-Lyne, UK
info@messydress.co.uk

About Us

Messy Dress Media is a Production company founded in 2009 by actor and writer Michelle Ashton. We aim to create, develop and tour original new theatre by engaging artists and audiences from all backgrounds to explore the challenges and choices faced by those in our society who are under-represented in mainstream theatre.Messy Dress Media is a Production company founded in 2009 by actor and writer Michelle Ashton. We aim to create, develop and tour original new theatre by engaging artists and audiences from all backgrounds to explore the challenges and choices faced by those in our society who are under-represented in mainstream theatre.

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Latest News

10 things I wish I’d known 10 years ago

This time 10 years ago I was about to throw myself into my third and final year of drama school. My first set of freshly printed headshots at the ready[…]

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Getting the best out of your headshots

Choosing a photographer A very important decision. I recommend you choose someone from the Association of Professional Headshot Photographers. They are highly experienced and specialise in working with actors. There are[…]

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How to do a self-tape audition

More and more casting directors are requesting self-tapes from actors. This can be more convenient for both parties, saving time and money on travel costs and hiring studios, but it[…]

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Our Team

Michelle Ashton

Creative Director

William Teller

Producer

Other Services

Ashton Voice

Vocal coach for singers, actors and speakers in all walks of life. Whatever your reasons for seeking private tuition, Ashton Voice can help. Tuition, advice and support for:

Audition and Interview technique
Acting and Drama
Healthy Voice Use
Presentation Skills

Whether you are a professional actor, would like to perform but don’t know where to start, or you would simply like to improve your communication skills; There is a package to suit your needs. All ages and abilities are welcome. 

Dramatis Personae

Dramatis Personae provides website design services for the performing arts community. We will give you as much or as little assistance as you require.

Dramatis Personae are in the acting community and understand the need to promote yourself and your work in a cost effective way. 

As an actor, artist or creative, you can use the simple tools to build the site yourself. If you don’t want to have to worry about the technicalities of putting together a website, then we can help with that.