Ian McKellen said he couldn’t come out as gay because of me, says former lover September 14, 2023 Sean Mathias has directed Ian McKellen in over thirty productions. In this wide-ranging interview, he talks to Adam Bloodworth about the strength of their working relationship, which spans over 30 productions, and thinks back to their personal relationship, as the duo’s new London theatre show, Frank and Percy, opens in the capital There can’t be [...]
Heart Attacks: Why it’s never too early to call 999 September 14, 2023 | Sponsored When you or someone you love suffers from a heart attack it might not look like it does in the movies: learning the symptoms can help save lives There are few things more terrifying than the prospect of having a heart attack. But despite being one of the leading causes of death in the UK, [...]
1 Lombard Street and Coq d’Argent turn 25: How two restaurants changed the City September 13, 2023 A quarter of a century ago, the City was a very different place. Back then men in suits – and they were still mostly men – would commute in early, spend a few hours at their desk before taking a long, usually boozy lunch. After work, they would either decant to the West End or [...]
Plaza Suite, London: How to get tickets for Sarah Jessica Parker’s West End debut September 12, 2023 Plaza Suite: London theatre debut for Sarah Jessica Parker announces details of ticket release Details have been announced for the ticket release for the Savoy Theatre’s upcoming production of Plaza Suite, the Neil Simon comedy that will mark Sarah Jessica Parker’s West End debut. There will be a priority ticket sale from Thursday 14 September at [...]
Alfa Romeo celebrates its past with stunning 33 Stradale supercar September 12, 2023 Limited to just 33 examples, lucky Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale buyers can choose between a twin-turbocharged V6 engine or electric power.
This London dog pop-up is taking free dog portraits this weekend September 11, 2023 If you’ve always dreamed of posing for a professional portrait with your dog, you’re not alone: according to new research conducted by Rover.com, 70% of Brits would pay for a professional ‘pawtrait’ if they could guarantee the perfect picture. This Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th, pet care company Rover.com, an online marketplace for dog walking [...]
Why Kitzbuhel is your must-book Austria ski holiday for 2024 September 11, 2023 Winning Kitzbuhel’s downhill ski race is seen by some as more prestigious than the Olympics. Simon Miller got his racing gear on… Kitzbühel hosts the maddest, most prestigious downhill ski race in the world but has plenty of cruising pistes as well. It has stunning restaurants and more than a few infamous party venues. And [...]
What’s ticking? All the latest news from Rolex, Tissot and more September 11, 2023 Swiss watchmaking is a multifaceted beast. Here, Tissot does the digital time warp; one of its neighbouring Jura Mountains blue-bloods fast forwards to the materials future; while Germany’s finest ‘uhrmacher’ slides into top gear. The Crown hits the town In a shock move announced on 25 August, in the absence of any direct descendants, Jörg [...]
A Strange Way of Life review: Pedro Almodovar does Brokeback Mountain September 11, 2023 It’s rare that a 30-minute short finds its way into cinemas, but Pedro Almodovar’s new work has more than a little historical interest. The Spanish arthouse legend was one of the original choices to direct Brokeback Mountain (he turned it down, believing he wouldn’t be given the freedom he wanted), and almost 20 years later [...]
Genesis GV80 review: Luxurious family SUV is a ‘budget Bentley’ September 11, 2023 The Genesis GV80 is the flagship SUV from the Korean marque that majors on no-hassle customer service. Tim Pitt drives it.