Deacon Blue Keyboardist James Prime Dies at 64
James Prime, Deacon Blue’s keyboardist, passed away at age 64 after a battle with cancer. A founding member of the Glasgow-based band, formed in 1985 by singer Ricky Ross, Prime…
Blake Lively & Taylor Swift Texts Could Be Admissible in Lawsuit
A judge has ruled that messages between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift are admissible evidence in Justin Baldoni’s ongoing legal dispute with the actress. US District Judge Lewis Liman determined…
Stormzy on His Acting Debut: “Uncomfortable, But Rewarding”
Stormzy found it challenging to separate himself from his role as a rapper in his debut leading film, Big Man. Starring as Tenzman in the #MerkyFilm production—his first lead role—Stormzy…
Boyle and Comer on *28 Months Later*: Covid, Horror, and Filmmaking
The 2002 release of 28 Days Later introduced a palpable sense of everyday dread, showcasing Cillian Murphy navigating a chillingly deserted London ravaged by a zombie virus. This dystopian vision…
Notting Hill Carnival’s Future Uncertain
The Notting Hill Carnival, a renowned London event attracting two million visitors annually, faces an uncertain future due to critical funding shortages, organizers have warned. In a letter leaked to…
Sheen’s Theatrical Return: A Full Circle Moment
A new theatre company, spearheaded by Hollywood actor Michael Sheen, will establish its headquarters in Swansea, Wales—the city where Sheen’s theatrical journey began. The Welsh National Theatre will be situated…
Jeremy Allen White Channels Springsteen in New Film Trailer
A first look at Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen in the upcoming biopic, Deliver Me From Nowhere, has been unveiled. The film centers on Springsteen’s creation of his stark,…
Rapper Released on Bail Following Terrorism Charge
A member of the Irish-language hip-hop group Kneecap has been released on unconditional bail following a London court appearance on terrorism charges. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, performing under the stage…
Bradford’s Children React to City of Culture Show
Witnessing hundreds of Bradford schoolchildren perform on stage alongside professionals from the nation’s leading arts institutions unexpectedly moved me to tears. Their vibrant performance, celebrating Bradford as “Five hundred and…
Renowned Pianist Alfred Brendel Dies at 94
Renowned pianist Alfred Brendel, one of the world’s most celebrated interpreters of Beethoven, passed away peacefully in London on Tuesday at the age of 94, his representatives confirmed. He was…