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Prima Facie review – fiery one-woman play is flattened into a bland movie

Cynthia Erivo takes on the role Jodie Comer made famous for a pointless adaptation of a story about rape and retribution that loses the power it once had

The Guardian - US

National Theatre boss Indhu Rubasingham: ‘An NT North? The north already has brilliant theatres’

THEATRE: How do we find the next Pinter or Stoppard? Should phones be banned at the theatre? Does the National need a base in the north? As NT boss Indhu Rubasingham announces her enticing second season, with a major West Side story revival, a new play about John Major and…

The Independent UK

With Matcha Green Walls and More Than a Nod to 70s Retro Design, There's Nothing Mundane About This Vibrant Swiss Apartment

With a 1970s vibe and a fireplace that reads like a modernist art installation, this Geneva apartment is red hot in its design approach

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My lovely French husband has made the ultimate sacrifice for me – he’s now officially British

In Leeds Civic Hall, I watched 20 new citizens pledge their allegiance to King Charles and his heirs, writes Emma Beddington. But it wasn’t patriotism that brought tears to my eyes

The Guardian - UK

Isis Hainsworth on her Olivier-nominated role in Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia

Olivier-nominated Isis Hainsworth is storming into the West End with a head-spinning hit

Evening Standard

RSC casts Sharon D Clarke as black lesbian Othello in reimagining of play

Three-time Olivier winner to play general viewed through ‘urgent new lens’ of misogynoir in futuristic production

The Guardian - UK

Michael Byrne obituary

Character actor whose decades-long career encompassed the National Theatre, war films and Coronation Street

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‘It’s a relief … I’m irrelevant!’: Rufus Norris on life after the National Theatre

He stood down as boss of the NT – and threw himself into kayaking, writing and DIY. The veteran director talks about his new start aged 60, mourning his mother – and directing Death of a Salesman in Turkish

The Guardian - UK

Datadog CEO Says AI Demand Is Fueling Broad-Based Growth Beyond AI Natives

Datadog (NASDAQ:DDOG) co-founder and CEO Olivier said the company has seen business acceleration over the past several quarters, with growth coming from a broad set of customers rather than a single account or segment. Speaking at a Bernstein event with Senior Analyst Peter Weed, Olivier said the c

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Paddington Bear statue vandalised in Southampton after Laurence Olivier Awards sweep

Paddington Bear's week ended on a high note with his musical snatching an impressive seven Olivier Awards, including the coveted Best New Musical. However, amidst the celebration, his statue in Southampton was marred by vandalism, leaving its bench damaged. Thankfully, our furry hero remains unscathed as repairs begin, showcasing the…

The Times of India

No need for hard stares as Paddington: The Musical triumphs at Olivier awards

West End spectacular about beloved bear wins seven prizes, while Rachel Zegler, Rosamund Pike and Paapa Essiedu all recognised

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s brutal right now’: one-woman powerhouse Maimuna Memon on the surprise aftermath of winning an Olivier

The writer, actor and singer won an award for her role in Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. Then everything went silent. As the rising star returns in her very own musical, she hits out at ‘massive’ celebrity casting

The Guardian - UK

The best theatre to stream this month: big and bold Bacchae ushers in new era at the National

Nima Taleghani’s debut play brings a raucous Greek chorus to the Olivier theatre, while Judi Dench has an enchanting Twelfth Night reunion

The Guardian - UK

Frank Dunlop obituary

Founder of the Young Vic who later became the director of the Edinburgh international festival

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Evening Standard

Nicola Coughlan and Helen Mirren to star in National Theatre Live cinema shows

Dame Helen stars as Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award-winning production The Audience.

The Guardian - UK

Hit and myth: Bacchae brings into view the National’s history of revamping Greek tragedies

Following in the footsteps of Peter Hall and Katie Mitchell, Indhu Rubasingham directs an ancient epic at the National Theatre. Bacchae reveals the virtues and vices of creating a new play from old

Evening Standard

Nima Taleghani on Bacchae: 'You’re invited for a good time, not for homework'

Nima Taleghani is becoming the first debutant playwright to have a play on at the National Theatre’s Olivier stage... and he’s not freaking out at all

The Guardian - UK

Heartstopper star Nima Taleghani on his National Theatre debut: ‘I hadn’t even googled how to write a play’

The Heartstopper star’s exhilarating reboot of Euripides is the first debut play to grace the hallowed Olivier stage – but it nearly didn’t happen. ‘Its not in my bones,’ he says

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Seafood, spices and jumbo pastries: Clara Amfo on Brittany’s culinary gems

Broadcaster Clara Amfo heads off for a break in and around the Breton culinary hotspot of Saint-Malo – and enjoys artisan butter, boutique spice shopping and oysters to die for along the way

The Guardian - UK

Frank Barrie obituary

Witty and elegant actor whose roles ranged from Shakespeare to Dot Cotton’s gentleman friend in EastEnders

The Guardian - UK

Gameshows, Cliff Richard and Stalin’s most hated play: the British culture sent behind the iron curtain

A thaw in relations during the Cold War led to some surprising collaborations between the two nations, involving everyone from Laurence Olivier and Rudolf Nureyev to Gilbert and George. As relations ice over again, what can we learn from this artistic detente?

The Guardian - UK

Sam Mendes’ four Beatles films to be written by Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan and Jack Thorne

The director has appointed the acclaimed Olivier, Tony, Bafta and Oscar winning talents to be the screenwriters for The Beatles: A Four-Film Cinematic Event

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I Love Sharks, So I Created These Illustrations That Might Change Your Perception Of Them (30 Pics)

I'm a digital artist passionate about worldbuilding. With my artwork, I try to show that there are many more creative and imaginative possibilities in sharks than just their jaws!

The Guardian - UK

From Amsterdam to the West End: the avant-garde hit factory behind The Years and Oedipus

A pair of electrifying London shows bagged four prizes at the Olivier awards. Both were developed by Dutch company ITA, which has an eye for British talent

The Guardian - UK

Olivier awards 2025: full list of winners

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Giant and Fiddler on the Roof were among the big winners at the Royal Albert Hall ceremony

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