You probably know him best as from BBC TV show Gavin & Stacey, but actor James Corden first won acclaim as part of The History Boys at the National Theatre, back in 2004. And James is now returning to the …
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12 Aug
2010
2010
Thursday Theatre News: More Henry IV, Birdsong News & the Apollo Victoria’s 80th
First up this week is news that the fantastic double whammy of Henry IV Part 1 and Part 2 at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre is extending. You’ve now got until 9 October to catch this pair of incredible shows. I’ve seen …
Read more...17 Jun
2010
2010
Stephen Daldry and Danny Boyle to Direct London 2012 Olympic Ceremonies
Exciting news this morning: the London 2012 Olympic opening and closing ceremonies will be directed by Hollywood film makers Stephen Daldry and Danny Boyle. Boyle, who won an Oscar for directing Slumdog Millionaire, is to direct the London 2012 Olympic …
Read more...3 Jun
2010
2010
Half-Term In London Ideas
Have you been wondering what to do with the kids over this half term? I’m normally full of ideas and raring to go, but I just drew a complete blank this time around. As I am covering Magic’s More Music …
Read more...15 Apr
2010
2010
Thursday Theatre News: Fela!, Ditch, and Broadway Stars in the West End
I’ve learnt about two exciting new London shows this week: the Broadway musical Fela! – about Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti – comes to the National Theatre in November this year; and Ditch, which comes to the tunnels under Waterloo Station …
Read more...1 Apr
2010
2010
Thursday Theatre News: Happy Birthday Billy, and Spring Cast News
Yesterday was Billy Elliot’s birthday! The Stephen Daldry / Elton John musical celebrated five successful years in the West End last night with a big birthday bash. Friends, fans, families and celebrities including David Walliams were treated to a 19-strong …
Read more...5 Mar
2010
2010
Visit London Asks: What’s Your Favourite Offbeat London Attraction?
Psst! We want you to tell us a secret! What’s your favourite offbeat place in London? London might be famous for world-renowned attractions like the Tower of London and Big Ben, but sometimes it’s the city’s hidden treasures that make …
Read more...8 Feb
2010
2010
Visit London Asks: How Will You Celebrate Valentine’s Day in London?
Loved up in London? There are loads of ways to romance your partner in London this Valentine’s Day. Snuggle up by the fire with a Valentine’s afternoon tea at The Montague Get a Flirty £30 ticket for London Zoo, and follow the Love …
Read more...1 Feb
2010
2010
Visit London Asks: What’s Your Favourite London Cinema?
We seem to be on a roll with Londony cinematic excitement at the moment. First, discussions about which part of the BFI’s 2010 plans are most impressive. Then Dalston’s Rio cinema celebrated its 100th birthday last week. And Saturday saw …
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