The UK’s Independent Entertainment has sold Amrou Al-Kadhi’s Sundance premiere Layla to Curzon for the UK-Ireland, with a theatrical release plotted for later this year.
Al-Kadhi’s directorial debut stars Bilal Hasna, Louis Greatorex, Safiyya Ingar, Terique Jarrett, Darkwah and Sarah Agha, with supporting roles from Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka musician Self Esteem and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK contestant, Baby.
It tells the story of a struggling Arab drag queen who starts an intoxicating romance with a marketing executive that begins to alter Layla’s sense of identity.
The feature is backed by Film4 and the BFI,...
Al-Kadhi’s directorial debut stars Bilal Hasna, Louis Greatorex, Safiyya Ingar, Terique Jarrett, Darkwah and Sarah Agha, with supporting roles from Rebecca Lucy Taylor aka musician Self Esteem and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK contestant, Baby.
It tells the story of a struggling Arab drag queen who starts an intoxicating romance with a marketing executive that begins to alter Layla’s sense of identity.
The feature is backed by Film4 and the BFI,...
- 5/17/2024
- ScreenDaily
Imagine “Wicked” without wigs, hair, or makeup. Or “The Lion King.” Or “The Phantom of the Opera.” Or “Cats.” Frankly, it would all be a bit bizarre and lackluster. None of those shows — in terms of looks, character, and story — would make sense without the incredible wigs, hair, and makeup (Wham) featured in them, which is why it is so strange that Wham artists are not recognized at major theater awards organizations.
There is, however, a campaign trying to get this bizarre omission rectified, and Victoria Fenton, the founder of the campaign Recognize Wham, has set up a Change petition to raise awareness of this issue. I spoke to Fenton, who is a freelance wig maker and a Wigs, Hair, and Makeup Assistant for “Mrs. Doubtfire,” as well as Wigs, Hair, and Makeup Supervisor Alice Hardy, to discuss this campaign, which aims to get awards groups such as the Tonys...
There is, however, a campaign trying to get this bizarre omission rectified, and Victoria Fenton, the founder of the campaign Recognize Wham, has set up a Change petition to raise awareness of this issue. I spoke to Fenton, who is a freelance wig maker and a Wigs, Hair, and Makeup Assistant for “Mrs. Doubtfire,” as well as Wigs, Hair, and Makeup Supervisor Alice Hardy, to discuss this campaign, which aims to get awards groups such as the Tonys...
- 4/12/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Cara Delevingne is taking on a big role for her West End debut. She will play Sally Bowles in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club.
She will replace rapper and performer Self Esteem (aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor), who is set to play her final performance on March 9.
“There are no words to explain the excitement I have to return home to make my stage debut in such an iconic role. I am so inspired by the brilliant actors who have played Sally in past productions around the world and in this one in the West End. I cannot wait to be a part of this brilliant cast and production.”
Joining her is Luke Treadaway, who will replace Scissor Sisters singer Jake Shears as the Emcee.
The pair will join Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, who plays Cliff Bradshaw in the production Beverley Klein (Fraulein Schneider) and Teddy Kempner (Herr Schultz). Nic Myers plays...
She will replace rapper and performer Self Esteem (aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor), who is set to play her final performance on March 9.
“There are no words to explain the excitement I have to return home to make my stage debut in such an iconic role. I am so inspired by the brilliant actors who have played Sally in past productions around the world and in this one in the West End. I cannot wait to be a part of this brilliant cast and production.”
Joining her is Luke Treadaway, who will replace Scissor Sisters singer Jake Shears as the Emcee.
The pair will join Michael Ahomka-Lindsay, who plays Cliff Bradshaw in the production Beverley Klein (Fraulein Schneider) and Teddy Kempner (Herr Schultz). Nic Myers plays...
- 2/5/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
This Thursday at 10:00 Pm on Channel 4, get ready for a riotous evening as Joe Lycett throws the ultimate Birmingham Christmas party on “Late Night Lycett.” The festive fun is in full swing as Joe welcomes an all-star lineup, including Aisling Bea, Guz Khan, Mel B, and Self Esteem, to his holiday bash. Viewers can expect an uproarious mix of comedy and Christmas cheer as the guests join Joe for an unforgettable night in his hometown.
The Birmingham Christmas party is no ordinary affair – it comes complete with a celebrity Santa, the hilarious banter of Joe’s aunties, and the familiar face of Hardev from the local shop. With this dynamic mix of personalities, “Late Night Lycett” promises belly laughs and festive joy that will leave you in stitches. Tune in for a night of merriment, surprises, and the distinctive humor that Joe Lycett brings to the table this...
The Birmingham Christmas party is no ordinary affair – it comes complete with a celebrity Santa, the hilarious banter of Joe’s aunties, and the familiar face of Hardev from the local shop. With this dynamic mix of personalities, “Late Night Lycett” promises belly laughs and festive joy that will leave you in stitches. Tune in for a night of merriment, surprises, and the distinctive humor that Joe Lycett brings to the table this...
- 12/15/2023
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
The best in West End theatre was celebrated at the 2023 Evening Standard Theatre Awards, where Nicole Scherzinger was the big winner of the night!
Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton were among the stars who walked the red carpet at the event on Sunday night (November 19) at Claridge’s Hotel in London, England.
Nicole won the award for Best Musical Performance for her work in the new revival of Sunset Boulevard, beating out A Strange Loop‘s Kyle Ramar Freeman, Crazy for You‘s Charlie Stemp, and Guys and Dolls‘ Marisha Wallace.
Sunset Boulevard‘s Jamie Lloyd won the award for Best Director and Guys and Dolls won the award for Best Musical.
Ruth Wilson received a Special Editor’s Award in acknowledgment of her marathon 24-hour show The Second Woman.
Head inside to check out photos of all the stars who attended…
Keep scrolling to see all of the stars who attended…...
Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton were among the stars who walked the red carpet at the event on Sunday night (November 19) at Claridge’s Hotel in London, England.
Nicole won the award for Best Musical Performance for her work in the new revival of Sunset Boulevard, beating out A Strange Loop‘s Kyle Ramar Freeman, Crazy for You‘s Charlie Stemp, and Guys and Dolls‘ Marisha Wallace.
Sunset Boulevard‘s Jamie Lloyd won the award for Best Director and Guys and Dolls won the award for Best Musical.
Ruth Wilson received a Special Editor’s Award in acknowledgment of her marathon 24-hour show The Second Woman.
Head inside to check out photos of all the stars who attended…
Keep scrolling to see all of the stars who attended…...
- 11/20/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: Tony Award nominee Ato Blankson-Wood (Slave Play) has been cast as “Cliff” in the buzzy, upcoming Broadway production of Cabaret starring Eddie Redmayne as “The Emcee” and Gayle Rankin as “Sally Bowles.”
Directed by Rebecca Frecknall and designed by Tom Scutt, the revival – officially titled Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club – begins previews at the August Wilson Theatre on Monday, April 1, 2024, with an official press opening on Sunday, April 21.
Additional casting will be announced in the coming weeks.
Blankson-Wood most recently played the title role in Hamlet at Shakespeare in the Park, where he has also appeared in productions of Twelfth Night, As You Like It, and Hair. He originated the role of “Gary” in Slave Play Off Broadway in 2018, earning a Tony nomination when the play transferred to Broadway.
“I am beyond excited to return to Broadway in...
Directed by Rebecca Frecknall and designed by Tom Scutt, the revival – officially titled Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club – begins previews at the August Wilson Theatre on Monday, April 1, 2024, with an official press opening on Sunday, April 21.
Additional casting will be announced in the coming weeks.
Blankson-Wood most recently played the title role in Hamlet at Shakespeare in the Park, where he has also appeared in productions of Twelfth Night, As You Like It, and Hair. He originated the role of “Gary” in Slave Play Off Broadway in 2018, earning a Tony nomination when the play transferred to Broadway.
“I am beyond excited to return to Broadway in...
- 10/30/2023
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Eddie Redmayne will star in the Cabaret revival coming to Broadway this spring.
He reprises his role as the Emcee from the production in London, opposite newcomer Gayle Rankin (Glow), who will be playing Sally Bowles. The production, directed by Rebecca Frecknall, starts previews at the August Wilson Theatre on April 1, 2024, with an official press opening night on April 21.
Like in London, the creative team plans to transform the August Wilson Theatre for the production, featuring an in-the-round auditorium and “sinfully dreamlike spaces,” where attendees can view entertainment and buy drinks and food before the show. Each attendee will have a timed entry to the theater and the pre show. Tom Scutt is the club, scenic, and costume designer and Julia Cheng is the choreographer.
In addition to performing the role in London, for which he won an Olivier Award for best actor in a musical (alongside the production’s...
He reprises his role as the Emcee from the production in London, opposite newcomer Gayle Rankin (Glow), who will be playing Sally Bowles. The production, directed by Rebecca Frecknall, starts previews at the August Wilson Theatre on April 1, 2024, with an official press opening night on April 21.
Like in London, the creative team plans to transform the August Wilson Theatre for the production, featuring an in-the-round auditorium and “sinfully dreamlike spaces,” where attendees can view entertainment and buy drinks and food before the show. Each attendee will have a timed entry to the theater and the pre show. Tom Scutt is the club, scenic, and costume designer and Julia Cheng is the choreographer.
In addition to performing the role in London, for which he won an Olivier Award for best actor in a musical (alongside the production’s...
- 10/23/2023
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
As long expected, London’s hit immersive staging of the beloved Kander & Ebb classic Cabaret starring Eddie Redmayne as the emcee will move to Broadway this spring, with Gayle Rankin taking the role of Sally Bowles.
Previews will begin April 1, 2024, at the August Wilson Theatre, with an official opening night of April 21. An opening gala is set for April 20. The musical features music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Joe Masteroff.
Director of the London production, Rebecca Frecknall, will do the same for Broadway, as will designer Tom Scutt. As with the London production, Cabaret on Broadway will be presented as an immersive, in-the-round staging, turning the August Wilson into the storied Kit Kat Klub, with audience members offered pre-show drinks and dining to evoke pre-World War II Berlin.
Said director Frecknall, “Cabaret is a masterpiece of writing which continues to reveal its richness to us.
Previews will begin April 1, 2024, at the August Wilson Theatre, with an official opening night of April 21. An opening gala is set for April 20. The musical features music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Joe Masteroff.
Director of the London production, Rebecca Frecknall, will do the same for Broadway, as will designer Tom Scutt. As with the London production, Cabaret on Broadway will be presented as an immersive, in-the-round staging, turning the August Wilson into the storied Kit Kat Klub, with audience members offered pre-show drinks and dining to evoke pre-World War II Berlin.
Said director Frecknall, “Cabaret is a masterpiece of writing which continues to reveal its richness to us.
- 10/23/2023
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Gary Lineker’s army of supporters has grown to include a Nobel literature laureate and comedian amid his BBC impartiality row.
The former England striker is at the centre of a public debate about impartiality at the BBC, after he compared a video unveiling the government’s asylum policy to rhetoric used in Germany in the 1930s.
On Friday (10 March), the BBC said it had “decided” the former England star would take a break from presenting the highlights programme until an “agreed and clear position” on his use of social media had been reached.
Following this, the BBC’s sports scheduling descended into chaos on Saturday (11 March) with Match of the Day going ahead without presenters or pundits after both Ian Wright and Alan Shearer pulled out in “solidarity” with Lineker.
Football Focus and Final Score were both pulled from TV schedules at the last minute that day, along with Radio 5 Live’s sport coverage.
The former England striker is at the centre of a public debate about impartiality at the BBC, after he compared a video unveiling the government’s asylum policy to rhetoric used in Germany in the 1930s.
On Friday (10 March), the BBC said it had “decided” the former England star would take a break from presenting the highlights programme until an “agreed and clear position” on his use of social media had been reached.
Following this, the BBC’s sports scheduling descended into chaos on Saturday (11 March) with Match of the Day going ahead without presenters or pundits after both Ian Wright and Alan Shearer pulled out in “solidarity” with Lineker.
Football Focus and Final Score were both pulled from TV schedules at the last minute that day, along with Radio 5 Live’s sport coverage.
- 3/12/2023
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
A new Nick Drake album has been announced, featuring various artist interpretations of his classic songs.
The late artist, who is best known for songs such as “Pink Moon”, “Place To Be” and “Northern Sky”, died in 1974, aged 26.
Now, a new album entitled The Endless Coloured Ways, Songs By Nick Drake will be released, compiling new interpretations of some of his best-known songs.
Irish band Fontaines DC lead the releases, sharing their raucous version of “Cello Song” on Steve Lemacq’s 6 Music show today (Wednesday 1 March).
Other artists including Self Esteem, Feist and John Grant will be included on the new album, due for release on 7 July.
The record, an idea from Nick Drake’s Estate Manager, Cally Callomon and Jeremy Lascelle of Blue Raincoat Music and Chrysalis Records, will also include covers from David Gray, Aurora, Bombay Bicycle Club and Emeli Sandé.
“Nick Drake was not that concerned with...
The late artist, who is best known for songs such as “Pink Moon”, “Place To Be” and “Northern Sky”, died in 1974, aged 26.
Now, a new album entitled The Endless Coloured Ways, Songs By Nick Drake will be released, compiling new interpretations of some of his best-known songs.
Irish band Fontaines DC lead the releases, sharing their raucous version of “Cello Song” on Steve Lemacq’s 6 Music show today (Wednesday 1 March).
Other artists including Self Esteem, Feist and John Grant will be included on the new album, due for release on 7 July.
The record, an idea from Nick Drake’s Estate Manager, Cally Callomon and Jeremy Lascelle of Blue Raincoat Music and Chrysalis Records, will also include covers from David Gray, Aurora, Bombay Bicycle Club and Emeli Sandé.
“Nick Drake was not that concerned with...
- 3/1/2023
- by Megan Graye
- The Independent - Music
Standon Calling 2023 has added Rick Astley, The Big Moon, We Are Scientists and 37 other acts to its line-up.
The boutique music and arts festival is returning to the Hertfordshire countryside for its 17th year later this summer. The four-day event will run from 20 to 23 July.
It was announced on Tuesday (28 February) that 40 acts have been added to the previously publicised line-up.
Joining Astley, We Are Scientists, and The Big Moon are fellow new additions Scouting For Girls, The Muder Capital, Bear’s Den, Django Django, Wamduscher, and more.
In December last year, it was announced that Years & Years, Bloc Party, Self Esteem, and pop band The Human League will headline the event.
Anastacia, Confidence Man, Dylan, Squid, Groove Armada, Katy B, KT Tunstall, Melanie C, Sad Night Dynamite and Lynks are also due to perform.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased on Standon Calling’s website.
In addition to live music,...
The boutique music and arts festival is returning to the Hertfordshire countryside for its 17th year later this summer. The four-day event will run from 20 to 23 July.
It was announced on Tuesday (28 February) that 40 acts have been added to the previously publicised line-up.
Joining Astley, We Are Scientists, and The Big Moon are fellow new additions Scouting For Girls, The Muder Capital, Bear’s Den, Django Django, Wamduscher, and more.
In December last year, it was announced that Years & Years, Bloc Party, Self Esteem, and pop band The Human League will headline the event.
Anastacia, Confidence Man, Dylan, Squid, Groove Armada, Katy B, KT Tunstall, Melanie C, Sad Night Dynamite and Lynks are also due to perform.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased on Standon Calling’s website.
In addition to live music,...
- 2/28/2023
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Music
Olly Murs has responded to criticism of the “cruel” lyrics to his new song “I Hate You When You’re Drunk”.
Last month, the singer released his new single from his album Marry Me.
However, the lyrics were quickly dissected online, with critics suggesting that the song showed Murs attempting to humiliate a loved one for getting drunk and that the words were “misogynistic”.
While Murs’s fiancée Amelia Tank defended the former X Factor finalist, he has now responded to his critics while appearing on BBC Breakfast on Tuesday (6 December).
“I mean, it’s obviously upsetting to think that people took it that way because it was not that intention,” Murs told hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent. “It was a song that I really related to in the studio when it was a song that was [written] eight years ago.”
He explained: “It’s so true, because at the start of January,...
Last month, the singer released his new single from his album Marry Me.
However, the lyrics were quickly dissected online, with critics suggesting that the song showed Murs attempting to humiliate a loved one for getting drunk and that the words were “misogynistic”.
While Murs’s fiancée Amelia Tank defended the former X Factor finalist, he has now responded to his critics while appearing on BBC Breakfast on Tuesday (6 December).
“I mean, it’s obviously upsetting to think that people took it that way because it was not that intention,” Murs told hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent. “It was a song that I really related to in the studio when it was a song that was [written] eight years ago.”
He explained: “It’s so true, because at the start of January,...
- 12/7/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - Music
The film is described as a contemporary Romeo & Juliet story, set in London’s LGBTQ+ community.
Layla, the debut feature of 2018 Screen Star of Tomorrow Amrou Al-Kadhi, about the romance between a struggling British-Palestinian drag performer and a successful white gay man, wraps this week after a six-week shoot in east London.
The film is backed by Film4 and the BFI and is produced by UK producer Savannah James-Bayly of Fox Cub Films. WME Independent is handling North America and will oversee a potential global sale, with Luc Roeg’s Independent Entertainment on board as international sales agent handling individual territory sales.
Layla, the debut feature of 2018 Screen Star of Tomorrow Amrou Al-Kadhi, about the romance between a struggling British-Palestinian drag performer and a successful white gay man, wraps this week after a six-week shoot in east London.
The film is backed by Film4 and the BFI and is produced by UK producer Savannah James-Bayly of Fox Cub Films. WME Independent is handling North America and will oversee a potential global sale, with Luc Roeg’s Independent Entertainment on board as international sales agent handling individual territory sales.
- 12/1/2022
- by Ben Dalton
- ScreenDaily
Olly Murs is being criticised for “cruel” lyrics featured in his new song, “I Hate You When You’re Drunk”.
The upbeat pop track, which is taken from his forthcoming record Marry Me, was released on Friday (25 November).
However, shortly after it was given radio airplay, many immediately began criticising the song’s message, which sees Murs, 38, lambast a loved one for getting drunk on a night out.
The lyrics begin: “Oh, you're slurrin' all your words, there's make-up on my shirt / You're dancin' on the tables, can't you see / That you look like a mess and you're singin' Whitney?”
In the second verse, he sings: “Oh, you got them drunken eyes, should we call it a night? /‘Cause you’ve been tellin’ stories four-five times / Yeah, I’ve heard it before and my ears are bleedin’.”
Murs then repeatedly sings the words: “Oh, I hate you, hate you, I hate you,...
The upbeat pop track, which is taken from his forthcoming record Marry Me, was released on Friday (25 November).
However, shortly after it was given radio airplay, many immediately began criticising the song’s message, which sees Murs, 38, lambast a loved one for getting drunk on a night out.
The lyrics begin: “Oh, you're slurrin' all your words, there's make-up on my shirt / You're dancin' on the tables, can't you see / That you look like a mess and you're singin' Whitney?”
In the second verse, he sings: “Oh, you got them drunken eyes, should we call it a night? /‘Cause you’ve been tellin’ stories four-five times / Yeah, I’ve heard it before and my ears are bleedin’.”
Murs then repeatedly sings the words: “Oh, I hate you, hate you, I hate you,...
- 11/28/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Music
It’s official: Taskmaster’s New Year Treat is back for a third year running in 2023, and the five celebrities taking part have just been announced. Introducing this year’s (post-)Christmas Taskmaster cast: Amelia Demoldenberg, Carol Vorderman, Greg James, Sir Mo Farah and Rebecca Lucy Taylor (aka Self Esteem).
Amelia Demoldenberg
If you’ve recently been asking yourself ‘Am I well old?’ then your familiarity with comedian and YouTuber Amelia Demoldenberg should give you an answer. She’s best known for her Chicken Shop Date YouTube series, where she interviews bright young things like grime artists, Premier League footballers… and Louis Theroux.
Carol Vorderman
The Countdown queen! And no stranger to performing tasks under pressure, as her appearances on I’m a Celebrity and The Great Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off (which she won in 2020) proved.
Greg James
Yes, we all know he’s Radio 1’s breakfast show presenter,...
Amelia Demoldenberg
If you’ve recently been asking yourself ‘Am I well old?’ then your familiarity with comedian and YouTuber Amelia Demoldenberg should give you an answer. She’s best known for her Chicken Shop Date YouTube series, where she interviews bright young things like grime artists, Premier League footballers… and Louis Theroux.
Carol Vorderman
The Countdown queen! And no stranger to performing tasks under pressure, as her appearances on I’m a Celebrity and The Great Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off (which she won in 2020) proved.
Greg James
Yes, we all know he’s Radio 1’s breakfast show presenter,...
- 11/21/2022
- by Lauravickersgreen
- Den of Geek
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Jodie Comer’s Broadway debut in Prima Facie is set for this coming spring.
The U.S. premiere of the new play from Suzie Miller and starring the Killing Eve Emmy winner will open on April 23 at the Golden Theatre. Previews will begin on April 11.
“I cannot wait to continue the journey with Prima Facie on Broadway this coming spring. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine having the opportunity to play on Broadway with a story as unique and thought-provoking as this one,” Comer said in a statement. “I’m honored that a theatre as rich in history as the Golden Theatre will be home to it.”
Directed by Justin Martin and produced by Empire Street Productions, the story follows a young barrister named Tessa (Comer), who specializes in defendants accused of sexual assault. After climbing her way up from a working-class background,...
Jodie Comer’s Broadway debut in Prima Facie is set for this coming spring.
The U.S. premiere of the new play from Suzie Miller and starring the Killing Eve Emmy winner will open on April 23 at the Golden Theatre. Previews will begin on April 11.
“I cannot wait to continue the journey with Prima Facie on Broadway this coming spring. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine having the opportunity to play on Broadway with a story as unique and thought-provoking as this one,” Comer said in a statement. “I’m honored that a theatre as rich in history as the Golden Theatre will be home to it.”
Directed by Justin Martin and produced by Empire Street Productions, the story follows a young barrister named Tessa (Comer), who specializes in defendants accused of sexual assault. After climbing her way up from a working-class background,...
- 11/15/2022
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sadiq Khan has led celebrations for Little Simz after she won the 2022 Mercury Prize.
On Tuesday (18 October), the rapper was named the winner of the prestigious award for her album Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. The album was The Independent’s Album of the Year in 2021.
The 28-year-old beat out competition from the likes of Harry Styles, Sam Fender, Self Esteem and Joy Crookes.
London mayor Khan, rapper Jme and music fans took to Twitter to congratulate the Simz on her win.
Khan wrote: “Huge congratulations to the inspiring and incredible Little Simz on winning the Mercury Prize! Doing London proud.”
“Lil Simz won the Mercury Prize. That’s a good thing. If you haven’t already go and check the album out for yourself,” wrote Jme.
Singer Laura Mvula tweeted: “Congratulations Little Simz on your Mercury Prize win!!!!!”
Music fans also shared messages of support Simz – born Simbiatu Ajikawoor – on Twitter.
On Tuesday (18 October), the rapper was named the winner of the prestigious award for her album Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. The album was The Independent’s Album of the Year in 2021.
The 28-year-old beat out competition from the likes of Harry Styles, Sam Fender, Self Esteem and Joy Crookes.
London mayor Khan, rapper Jme and music fans took to Twitter to congratulate the Simz on her win.
Khan wrote: “Huge congratulations to the inspiring and incredible Little Simz on winning the Mercury Prize! Doing London proud.”
“Lil Simz won the Mercury Prize. That’s a good thing. If you haven’t already go and check the album out for yourself,” wrote Jme.
Singer Laura Mvula tweeted: “Congratulations Little Simz on your Mercury Prize win!!!!!”
Music fans also shared messages of support Simz – born Simbiatu Ajikawoor – on Twitter.
- 10/19/2022
- by Furvah Shah
- The Independent - Music
Mercury Prize-shortlisted artist Self Esteem helped to organise the donation of the leftover food prepared for the ceremony in London.
Last night’s (Thursday 8 September) awards show was postponed following the news of the Queen’s death, aged 96.
Immediately after the announcement was made, Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – tweeted “Donate The F***Ing Food”, urging organisers not to let the meals go to waste.
Due to the fact dinner was about to be served at the exact moment the event was postponed, there was a limited window before it would have spoiled.
Self Esteem tweeted: “If anyone near the Hammersmith Apollo can collect hot food and blast chill it please reply or dm me for more info. The other food has been hooked up with the local church.”
At 9.50pm she then told her fans: “Ok we did it!! @amritmaanldn is picking it up and getting it...
Last night’s (Thursday 8 September) awards show was postponed following the news of the Queen’s death, aged 96.
Immediately after the announcement was made, Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – tweeted “Donate The F***Ing Food”, urging organisers not to let the meals go to waste.
Due to the fact dinner was about to be served at the exact moment the event was postponed, there was a limited window before it would have spoiled.
Self Esteem tweeted: “If anyone near the Hammersmith Apollo can collect hot food and blast chill it please reply or dm me for more info. The other food has been hooked up with the local church.”
At 9.50pm she then told her fans: “Ok we did it!! @amritmaanldn is picking it up and getting it...
- 9/9/2022
- by Roisin O'Connor
- The Independent - Film
Mercury Prize-shortlisted artist Self Esteem helped to organise the donation of the leftover food prepared for the ceremony in London.
Last night’s (Thursday 8 September) awards show was postponed following the news of the Queen’s death, aged 96.
Immediately after the announcement was made, Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – tweeted “Donate The F***Ing Food”, urging organisers not to let the meals go to waste.
Due to the fact dinner was about to be served at the exact moment the event was postponed, there was a limited window before it would have spoiled.
Self Esteem tweeted: “If anyone near the Hammersmith Apollo can collect hot food and blast chill it please reply or dm me for more info. The other food has been hooked up with the local church.”
At 9.50pm she then told her fans: “Ok we did it!! @amritmaanldn is picking it up and getting it...
Last night’s (Thursday 8 September) awards show was postponed following the news of the Queen’s death, aged 96.
Immediately after the announcement was made, Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – tweeted “Donate The F***Ing Food”, urging organisers not to let the meals go to waste.
Due to the fact dinner was about to be served at the exact moment the event was postponed, there was a limited window before it would have spoiled.
Self Esteem tweeted: “If anyone near the Hammersmith Apollo can collect hot food and blast chill it please reply or dm me for more info. The other food has been hooked up with the local church.”
At 9.50pm she then told her fans: “Ok we did it!! @amritmaanldn is picking it up and getting it...
- 9/9/2022
- by Roisin O'Connor
- The Independent - TV
Mercury Prize-shortlisted artist Self Esteem helped to organise the donation of the leftover food prepared for the ceremony in London.
Last night’s (Thursday 8 September) awards show was postponed following the news of the Queen’s death, aged 96.
Immediately after the announcement was made, Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – tweeted “Donate The F***Ing Food”, urging organisers not to let the meals go to waste.
Due to the fact dinner was about to be served at the exact moment the event was postponed, there was a limited window before it would have spoiled.
Self Esteem tweeted: “If anyone near the Hammersmith Apollo can collect hot food and blast chill it please reply or dm me for more info. The other food has been hooked up with the local church.”
At 9.50pm she then told her fans: “Ok we did it!! @amritmaanldn is picking it up and getting it...
Last night’s (Thursday 8 September) awards show was postponed following the news of the Queen’s death, aged 96.
Immediately after the announcement was made, Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – tweeted “Donate The F***Ing Food”, urging organisers not to let the meals go to waste.
Due to the fact dinner was about to be served at the exact moment the event was postponed, there was a limited window before it would have spoiled.
Self Esteem tweeted: “If anyone near the Hammersmith Apollo can collect hot food and blast chill it please reply or dm me for more info. The other food has been hooked up with the local church.”
At 9.50pm she then told her fans: “Ok we did it!! @amritmaanldn is picking it up and getting it...
- 9/9/2022
- by Roisin O'Connor
- The Independent - Music
Jodie Comer, the Emmy- and BAFTA-winning actress perhaps best known for BBC America’s Killing Eve, will make her Broadway debut next spring in Prima Facie, a new play by by Suzie Miller. Directing will be Justin Martin at a Shubert theater to be announced.
The play is currently in production on the West End, where it is in its final two weeks of a sold-out run. Produced by Empire Street Productions, Prima Facie will make its Broadway debut in spring 2023.
Venue, opening night and on sale dates will be announced in coming weeks.
“It has been an absolute privilege to tell Tessa’s story here in London over the past few weeks and to now have the opportunity to take Prima Facie to Broadway is a dream come true,” said Comer in a statement.
Comer made her West End debut in Prima Facie,...
The play is currently in production on the West End, where it is in its final two weeks of a sold-out run. Produced by Empire Street Productions, Prima Facie will make its Broadway debut in spring 2023.
Venue, opening night and on sale dates will be announced in coming weeks.
“It has been an absolute privilege to tell Tessa’s story here in London over the past few weeks and to now have the opportunity to take Prima Facie to Broadway is a dream come true,” said Comer in a statement.
Comer made her West End debut in Prima Facie,...
- 6/9/2022
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
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Jodie Comer will make her Broadway debut next spring in the Suzie Miller-written one-woman show Prima Facie.
Produced by Empire Street Productions and currently in its final two weeks of a sold-out West End run, the play about a barrister who defends clients accused of sexual assault and is date-raped by a colleague will make the leap across the Atlantic, arriving on Broadway in Spring 2023. The limited engagement run directed by Justin Martin will be held at a Shubert theater, which will be announced at a later date, along with opening night and on sale dates.
“It has been an absolute privilege to tell Tessa’s story here in London over the past few weeks and to now have the opportunity to take Prima Facie to Broadway is a dream come true,” Comer said in a statement.
The show served as the...
Jodie Comer will make her Broadway debut next spring in the Suzie Miller-written one-woman show Prima Facie.
Produced by Empire Street Productions and currently in its final two weeks of a sold-out West End run, the play about a barrister who defends clients accused of sexual assault and is date-raped by a colleague will make the leap across the Atlantic, arriving on Broadway in Spring 2023. The limited engagement run directed by Justin Martin will be held at a Shubert theater, which will be announced at a later date, along with opening night and on sale dates.
“It has been an absolute privilege to tell Tessa’s story here in London over the past few weeks and to now have the opportunity to take Prima Facie to Broadway is a dream come true,” Comer said in a statement.
The show served as the...
- 6/9/2022
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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