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Arts of the UK 2020: Constella launch urgent initiative to support isolated care home residents and struggling artists

LONDON – Constella, the world’s only dedicated opera-ballet company, have launched Connecting Stars. Their initiative aims to alleviate two urgent problems presented by the Covid-19 pandemic: loneliness amongst care home residents isolated from their support network and the immense financial difficulties faced by artists whose industry has come to a standstill. Through free one-to-one virtual concerts some of the most vulnerable people in society will … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Constella launch urgent initiative to support isolated care home residents and struggling artists

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Television Time: An Interview with Tim Warwood and Adam Gendle, Hosts of Animal Impossible

There are days you want to listen to the soothing voice of David Attenborough describe planet Earth’s wildlife in all its magnificence. And then there are days where you just want to watch two lads banter about it instead. If that day happens to fall into the latter category, then you’re in luck, as BBC Earth premieres their brand new series Animal Impossible. Presented by … Continue reading Television Time: An Interview with Tim Warwood and Adam Gendle, Hosts of Animal Impossible

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Arts of the UK 2020: Lawrence Batley Theatre Huddersfield present a new online adaptation of Nigel Slater’s Toast

LONDON – Following its hugely successful 2019 West End run and national tour, Nigel Slater’s Toast returns to the Lawrence Batley Theatre as a brand-new online play for audiences to enjoy from the comfort of their own home.Available to listen to, or watch as an animated film, all ticketholders will receive a recipe card from Nigel Slater enabling them to immerse themselves in this sensory and heart-warming play where Nigel’s flavour … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Lawrence Batley Theatre Huddersfield present a new online adaptation of Nigel Slater’s Toast

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★★★★☆ In London’s (Off) West End 2019: Fairview at the Young Vic (Review)

Pulitzer Prize-winning play tackles systemic racism in the modern world. LONDON – ‘Fair’ is a loaded word, not only referring to issues of justice, but subtly referencing one’s skin tone as well. Winner of the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Jackie Sibblies Drury’s Fairview makes its UK premiere at the Young Vic, tackling the black living experience in modern day America, and exposing the racial prejudice and politics … Continue reading ★★★★☆ In London’s (Off) West End 2019: Fairview at the Young Vic (Review)

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Television Time: BBC Shows – June 2020

Get ready for a month full of discoveries this June as the BBC brings mind-blowing animal truths and wallet friendly tips to your screen. Do cats always land on their feet? And does the colour red really agitate bulls? Join hilarious presenters Tim Warwood and Adam Gendle as they answer these intriguing questions and unravel some of the most common misconceptions of the animal kingdom. … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – June 2020

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Television Time: Gordon Ramsay Serves Up Bigger and Bolder Adventures in Uncharted Season 2

Gordon Ramsay may be known for being a tough as nuts personality across reality shows, but in Season 2 of Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted, the celebrity chef will be hitting the road once again and introducing viewers to seven brand new regions, each with their own culinary customs and history. “We get the opportunity to learn from the locals and hear their stories, and that gives … Continue reading Television Time: Gordon Ramsay Serves Up Bigger and Bolder Adventures in Uncharted Season 2

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Arts of the UK 2020: Playwright Crisis Support Programme cohort announced and HighTide’s submission window reopens

LONDON – HighTide have announced the twelve new writers making up the Playwright Crisis Support Programme, as part of their Lighthouse Programme, to support artists during the pandemic, as well as setting up their new Playwright’s Network. In addition, having received over 100 scripts in their first submission window during the lockdown, today sees HighTide open the next submission period for their script-reading service! Writers … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Playwright Crisis Support Programme cohort announced and HighTide’s submission window reopens

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Arts of the UK 2020: The Enchanted Interior at Guildhall Art Gallery, London (Preview)

LONDON – The Guildhall Art Gallery presents a major exhibition featuring work by over 50 artists that draw upon the historic depiction of women in enclosed and ornate spaces, including contemporary works which ‘speak back’ to the tradition. The Enchanted Interior at the City of London Corporation’s art gallery will question the metaphor of the ‘gilded cage’ and bring together work by Edward Burne-Jones, Evelyn … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: The Enchanted Interior at Guildhall Art Gallery, London (Preview)

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Arts of the UK 2020: Hugh Dennis, Mel Giedroyc and Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir among those announced for Keep Our Doors Open concert for St Martin-in-the-Fields

LONDON – Since the COVID-19 lockdown began, more than 10 million people have enjoyed the music that continues to be produced from St Martin-in-the-Fields from the safety of their own homes. Now, they are holding a one-off digital concert with performers who know and love the space. These artists are coming together to raise money to keep St Martin-in-the-Fields’ doors open, to support their work … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Hugh Dennis, Mel Giedroyc and Soul Sanctuary Gospel Choir among those announced for Keep Our Doors Open concert for St Martin-in-the-Fields

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Preview: Rumah’s Solidarity Project – Digital Monologues From Singapore Malay Theatre Plays

Always curious but never had the chance to catch a Malay theatre play for yourself? Produced by Nur Khairiyah and Faizal Abdullah of Rumah, Rumah’s Solidarity Project is set to present bite-sized portions of Singapore Malay theatre works this May. The project will showcase extracts from local Malays plays, presented in monologue form. More enticingly, the chosen extracts will be performed by the original performer … Continue reading Preview: Rumah’s Solidarity Project – Digital Monologues From Singapore Malay Theatre Plays

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