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Bernardine Evaristo's Literary Impact: A Ranking of Her Best Works

Discover the top seven titles by Bernardine Evaristo, showcasing her influence on literature and her unique narrative style.

Editorial Staff Apr 20

Entertainment

Remembering Victoria Wood: A Tribute on the 10th Anniversary of Her Passing

On the 10th anniversary of Victoria Wood's death, friends and fans reflect on her remarkable talent and the impact she had on the world of comedy.

Editorial Staff Apr 20

Entertainment

Tim Burgess Shares His Diverse Musical Influences in New Playlist

The Charlatans' frontman, Tim Burgess, opens up about his varied musical tastes, featuring artists like Kate Bush and Abba, and reflects on New Order's impact on his career.

Editorial Staff Apr 19

Entertainment

Luca Guadagnino Discusses His Direction of the Controversial Opera The Death of Klinghoffer

Director Luca Guadagnino addresses the backlash surrounding his staging of The Death of Klinghoffer, an opera that has faced protests for its portrayal of terrorism.

Editorial Staff Apr 19

Entertainment

Exploring Judi Dench's Garden: A Tribute to Love and Nature

Dame Judi Dench's garden in Surrey is a heartfelt sanctuary that spans 2.4 hectares, where each tree stands as a tribute to a lost loved one. Her commitment to preserving green spaces shines through.

Editorial Staff Apr 17

Entertainment

Exploring Gordon Parks' Impactful Photography of Postwar Alabama

Gordon Parks captured the essence of black family life in postwar Alabama, highlighting the dignity and resilience of individuals facing the challenges of Jim Crow laws.

Editorial Staff Apr 8

Entertainment

The Testaments: A Dark Continuation of The Handmaid’s Tale

Margaret Atwood’s sequel offers a seemingly lighter tone but reveals the grim realities of Gilead through the eyes of June’s grown daughter, with Aunt Lydia returning.

Editorial Staff Apr 8

Entertainment

The Boys Concludes with a Final Season That Reflects Modern America

The Boys returns for its fifth and final season, delivering a climactic showdown that resonates with contemporary societal issues. This series has garnered acclaim for its sharp satire of the superhero genre.

Editorial Staff Apr 8

Entertainment

Cats: The Jellicle Ball review – ingenious musical revival goes full queer ball

Executive context: After a disastrous 2019 movie, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s easily ridiculed 80s smash hit has now been transformed into something thrillingly new.

Editorial Staff Apr 8

Entertainment

Pet Shop Boys review – no hits? No problem on first night of a masterful obscurities run

Executive context: Electric Ballroom, London The era-defining duo’s ultras are suitably spoiled in the first of this intimate five-day run, showered with rarities that put a different spin on their well-known history.

Editorial Staff Apr 7