The Nettle Dress film review: An intriguing new way to see nature September 14, 2023 If you want to see an extreme example of sustainable fashion, this short and sweet British documentary may be the answer. The Nettle Dress follows textile maker Allan Brown as he talks about his seven-year project making a viking-style dress from locally foraged nettles. It’s an odd starting point for a film, but naturally there [...]
Rally Road Racers review: John Cleese turns racing champion September 14, 2023 Everything about this internationally produced animation feels a little bit familiar. Set in a world of anthropomorphic animals, Rally Road Racers is about a Slow Loris (voiced by Jimmy O. Yang) who dreams of being a racing driver, and challenges the current, arrogant champion (John Cleese) at the forthcoming race. Mentored by an old pro [...]
7 delightful things to do in London this weekend September 14, 2023 Whether you’re a musical theatre buff or a fan of bargain-hunting at vintage fairs, we have you covered with this list of 7 things to do in London this weekend Summer is over and the packed autumn calendar is already taking shape. Here are some of the top things to do and see in this [...]
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 [...]