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22 hours ago

Adjoa Andoh on Shakespeare, Bridgerton and DEI: I don't have to be the only one in the room'

Adjoa Andoh acknowledged that some of her work might look Black or colour-centric but that is only because of the silos the world forces us into.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Lucy Worsley, historian: The United Kingdom has always fared better with queens than with kings'

I'm the kind of historian obsessed with small details. I'm not saying that foreign policy or constitutional matters aren't important, but I enjoy the minutiae of daily life, which, when added together, can give you a complete picture of the cultural and social features of an era.
History
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

She'd been drinking with Julie Walters. I heard a crash': Victoria Wood's genius by her friends, fans and actors

Duncan Preston reflects on his experiences working with Victoria Wood, highlighting their friendship and the challenges of collaboration.
Film
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Christine Baranski will make her West End debut in Noel Coward's Hay Fever, fulfilling a long-held dream and returning to her theatre roots.
London music
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

Two massively acclaimed sold-out London plays are transferring to the West End

Both 'Arcadia' and 'John Proctor is the Villain' are returning to London theatres, offering new opportunities to see these popular plays.
#queen-elizabeth-ii
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits go on display in a major new exhibition at Buckingham Palace

fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits go on display in a major new exhibition at Buckingham Palace

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fromBustle
6 days ago
London music

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' Tour Could've Been A Broadway Show

Lily Allen's album West End Girl showcases her marriage's dissolution, blending reality and fiction, and has received critical acclaim and nominations.
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago
London music

A Marriage, Turned Into Epic Theater

Lily Allen's album 'West End Girl' explores the complexities of her second marriage and personal betrayal through vivid imagery and storytelling.
London music
fromBustle
6 days ago

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' Tour Could've Been A Broadway Show

Lily Allen's album West End Girl showcases her marriage's dissolution, blending reality and fiction, and has received critical acclaim and nominations.
London music
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

A Marriage, Turned Into Epic Theater

Lily Allen's album 'West End Girl' explores the complexities of her second marriage and personal betrayal through vivid imagery and storytelling.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Letter: Jane Lapotaire obituary

The prompt response of the pompiers, who are not only firemen but also trained medical first responders, ensured Jane received immediate and effective care.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Barbara Windsor smacked our bottoms!' Pet Shop Boys on showstopping visuals, horrified bosses and snubbing the queen

Wolfgang Tillmans recalls tearing an A0 poster advertising Pet Shop Boys' album Introspective off a building site, admiring its coolness and abstract design, which resonated with the era's aesthetic.
Berlin music
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1 month ago

Five facts about Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham as she's tipped to host SNL UK

Hannah Waddingham is a staunch LGBTQ+ ally. The star has garnered a strong queer following, thanks to her performances in West End favourites and on-screen with Willow, as well as her 2022 judging panel appearance on RuPaul's Drag Race UK.
Television
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London music
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

'Paddington the Musical' was the big winner at the 2026 Oliviers, London's biggest theatre awards

Paddington the Musical won seven Olivier Awards, dominating the ceremony and confirming its status as the top theatre ticket in London.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'An Oscar for Killarney, Kerry and Ireland' - Killarney erupts with pride as Jessie Buckley wins Best Actress Oscar for 'Hamnet'

Buckley's family and friends have gathered to meet the media - most of them after very little sleep, having stayed up until the early hours to see their beloved Jessie win the coveted Oscar for Best Actress, becoming the first Irish woman to do so.
Berlin
Film
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Beautiful chaos': Jessie Buckley wins best actress Oscar for Hamnet

An Irish actress won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Agnes Hathaway in Hamnet, becoming the first Irish actress to win this award.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Lesley Manville says her stage and screen careers 'feed each other'

Lesley Manville stars in Midwinter Break as Stella, exploring marital tensions in a retired couple's Amsterdam trip, while balancing a 50-year career across stage and screen.
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fromIndependent
2 months ago

Martina Devlin: British royal family was always revered, but Mountbatten-Windsor is reviled

The arrest of King Charles’s brother, Andrew, has deeply shaken public confidence and affection for the British monarchy.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Martina Devlin: British royal family was always revered, but Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reviled

Arrest of King Charles's brother, Andrew, has shaken monarchy to the core As a young reporter working in England, I was often struck by the reverence and affection shown by British people to their royal family. They would brave the elements for hours to catch a glimpse of popular members. Afterwards, those who had waited were starstruck, especially if they had shared a handshake or a few words.
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fromThe Independent
2 months ago

Judi Dench affectionately described as a 'mischief maker' by former co-star

The best actress I've ever worked with is Judi Dench, who's such a mischief maker. She's so delightful. She's so, so good. If you ever just want to just hear something short, listen to Judi Dench read a Shakespeare sonnet, just find one on YouTube, and it will move you to tears - you'll just think that is how English should be spoken.
Film
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Unattached
1 month ago

Mary, Queen of Scots from Scottish Ballet - Review

Scottish Ballet's Mary Queen of Scots reimagines the historical narrative through dying Elizabeth I's fragmented memories, blending historical fact with surreal theatrical elements rather than presenting a linear biographical account.
Fashion & style
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Jamie Dornan interview: I am more in awe of Brian O'Driscoll than Meryl Streep

Jamie Dornan balances high-fashion appearances with a grounded home life and maintains a lifelong passion for rugby union.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Chic couture, bio-terror and a whole load of Mike Leigh: Lesley Manville's finest films ranked!

Among the bold choices in Luca Guadagnino's feverish film of William S Burroughs' novel are the late 20th-century pop and alternative soundtrack (Nirvana, Prince, New Order) for a 1950s story, and the casting of an unrecognisable, orc-like Manville in a trumped-up cameo as the shaman Dr Cotter, who was male in the original book.
Film
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Jessie Buckley wins BAFTA Best Actress award for Hamnet role

She continued: "I share this with my daughter, who has been with me since she was six weeks old on the road with this. "It's the best role of my life being your mum and I promise to continue to be disobedient so you can belong to a world in all your complete wildness as a young woman. I am very grateful for this."
Film
Film
fromThe Independent
2 months ago

Kristen Stewart says she's 'haunted' by Princess Diana

Kristen Stewart remains emotionally haunted by portraying Princess Diana in Spencer, feeling tearful, vulnerable, and marked by shared experiences of intense public scrutiny.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

She's the best part of Wuthering Heights': How Alison Oliver won over Hollywood

Irish actress Alison Oliver achieved rapid career success through serendipity, landing major roles immediately after graduating from drama school and becoming a coveted figure in film and fashion within five years.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

John Lithgow says he finds JK Rowling's stance on trans rights ironic and inexplicable'

John Lithgow calls JK Rowling's transgender-rights views ironic and inexplicable and feels upset by backlash over his casting as Dumbledore in the new TV series.
Film
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Michael Keaton and Rose Byrne named Hasty's Man and Woman of the Year - Harvard Gazette

Michael Keaton and Rose Byrne will be honored by Hasty Pudding Theatricals as Man and Woman of the Year with roasts and Pudding Pots.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Toni Collette reveals which catchphrase she still hears from her 'life-changing' role

Toni Collette still hears “You’re terrible, Muriel” from fans and credits Muriel’s Wedding with transforming her life and launching her career.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The best business decision Daniel Radcliffe ever made started with a very naked play

Daniel Radcliffe leveraged his Harry Potter fame to pursue diverse, critically acclaimed roles by recognizing the creative freedom his initial success provided.
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