Alma's Not Normal

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After a recent break-up, Alma tries to get her life back on track.

Big dreams, no qualifications and always herself. Mum’s been sectioned, Gran’s too busy, but after a messy break-up, wild child Alma aims to break free in Bolton.

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Sophie Willan

Siobhan Finneran

Lorraine Ashbourne

Jayde Adams

Dave Spikey

Amy Gledhill

Andrew Chaplin

Gill Isles

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Alma's Not Normal: Series 1: On Record

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Alma comes face to face with the stark reality of growing up in the care system.

When social services sends through her records, Alma faces up to her experiences of being in the care system. Will she end up missing out on an opportunity of a lifetime?

When Alma discovers that her care-leaving background can help secure her an audition to join a theatre company for a national tour, she jumps at the chance. However, when social services sends through her records, Alma comes face to face with the stark reality of her childhood growing up in and out of the care system. Could this bombshell lead to Alma missing out on an opportunity she’s been waiting her whole life for?

Alma's Not Normal: Series 1

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