One of the cutest moments of the 2019 Emmy Awards came courtesy of Ben Whishaw. During his candid acceptance speech for the award for best supporting actor in a limited series or movie for his role in A Very English Scandal (where he mentioned at least a couple of times how hungover he was), a touching moment came when he thanked his partner, Mark Bradshaw, for "his love and support" and "keeping [him] sane." While Bradshaw was there in the "supportive partner" role tonight, he's also a successful composer for film and television.
It was, in fact, Bradshaw's music career that first introduced him to Whishaw. Back in 2009, Bradshaw was brought on to compose the score for Bright Star, a period drama romance about poet John Keats and his love Fanny Brawne. Whishaw was starring as Keats, and the duo apparently hit it off while working on the movie. Three years later,...
It was, in fact, Bradshaw's music career that first introduced him to Whishaw. Back in 2009, Bradshaw was brought on to compose the score for Bright Star, a period drama romance about poet John Keats and his love Fanny Brawne. Whishaw was starring as Keats, and the duo apparently hit it off while working on the movie. Three years later,...
- 9/23/2019
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
Theo James got his start in the acting world when he appeared in the English TV show A Passionate Woman back in 2010, but it wasn't until he starred in The Divergent Series that he really burst onto the scene. But who exactly is Theo, you ask? For starters, he's 31 years old and was born in Oxford, England, earning him a spot our list of hot English eye candy. In addition to acting, he's also dabbled in the music world (and was even part of a band). While you patiently await Theo's return to the big screen in Underworld Blood Wars later this year, get to know the star in five quick facts, then flip through his sexiest stares of all time.
- 4/14/2016
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Actor cancels UK theatre tour of A Passionate Woman in order to receive treatment
Actor Lynda Bellingham has been diagnosed with cancer, and will cancel a nationwide theatre tour to fight the disease.
The 65-year-old actor did not reveal the nature of her disease, but has pulled out of a planned revival of Kay Mellor's comedy A Passionate Woman this autumn.
The production had been due to open at the Sheffield Lyceum theatre in September, before commencing a national tour. However, while doctors advised Bellingham against taking part for the time being, co-producers Sheffield theatres, David Pugh & Dafydd Rogers hope to present it next year.
"I'm devastated not to be able to honour my commitments to the play this year," said Bellingham, "but having toured many times before, I'm aware of the sheer stamina needed, and I need to prioritise my recovery. That said, nothing's going to stop me coming back next year,...
Actor Lynda Bellingham has been diagnosed with cancer, and will cancel a nationwide theatre tour to fight the disease.
The 65-year-old actor did not reveal the nature of her disease, but has pulled out of a planned revival of Kay Mellor's comedy A Passionate Woman this autumn.
The production had been due to open at the Sheffield Lyceum theatre in September, before commencing a national tour. However, while doctors advised Bellingham against taking part for the time being, co-producers Sheffield theatres, David Pugh & Dafydd Rogers hope to present it next year.
"I'm devastated not to be able to honour my commitments to the play this year," said Bellingham, "but having toured many times before, I'm aware of the sheer stamina needed, and I need to prioritise my recovery. That said, nothing's going to stop me coming back next year,...
- 7/16/2013
- by Matt Trueman
- The Guardian - Film News
The Syndicate's Kay Mellor is to pen a new drama for BBC One.
In the Club will explore the impact of a new baby on a modern family, following six very different couples who bond at the local Parent Craft class.
"Having given birth as a teenager I know how life-changing it is," said Mellor. "Birth is the ultimate creation; it changes you and your relationships forever.
"I'm delighted to be writing for BBC One again. Both [Controller of BBC Drama Commissioning] Ben Stephenson and [BBC Head of Independent Drama] Polly Hill instinctively understand my work. They encourage and trust me to deliver; as a dramatist you couldn't ask for anything more and for that I'm eternally grateful."
Mellor's past television credits include the series Band of Gold, Fat Friends and A Passionate Woman.
Her most recent effort - BBC One drama The Syndicate - has been remade by Us network ABC as the new series Lucky 7.
In...
In the Club will explore the impact of a new baby on a modern family, following six very different couples who bond at the local Parent Craft class.
"Having given birth as a teenager I know how life-changing it is," said Mellor. "Birth is the ultimate creation; it changes you and your relationships forever.
"I'm delighted to be writing for BBC One again. Both [Controller of BBC Drama Commissioning] Ben Stephenson and [BBC Head of Independent Drama] Polly Hill instinctively understand my work. They encourage and trust me to deliver; as a dramatist you couldn't ask for anything more and for that I'm eternally grateful."
Mellor's past television credits include the series Band of Gold, Fat Friends and A Passionate Woman.
Her most recent effort - BBC One drama The Syndicate - has been remade by Us network ABC as the new series Lucky 7.
In...
- 6/18/2013
- Digital Spy
Carey Fitzgerald’s London-based High Point Media Group has advanced into UK distribution with the launch of High Point Home Entertainment.The new DVD label specialising in World Cinema and feature-length documentaries, will kick off with the first release on 13 June of Hanro Smitsman’s acclaimed debut feature, Skin, starring Emmy nominated Robert de Hoog (War Horse, Dusk) as a troubled youth drawn into the emerging Skinhead movement of the late 1970s. Later this year will see the release of Kay Mellor’s romance, A Passionate Woman, starring Billie Piper ...
- 6/8/2011
- BusinessofCinema
Syfy isn't the only network gearing up to attract horror/sci-fi viewers on Saturday nights as BBC America has demonstrated its commitment to the genre with the recent announcement of a refreshed primetime slate for "Supernatural Saturdays". In this slot the channel will roll out three all new co-productions, "Primeval", "Outcasts" and "Bedlam". It will also be home for new seasons of previous co-productions "Doctor Who" and "Being Human".
From the Press Release:
Perry Simon, General Manager, Channels says: “BBC America has been setting a bench-mark for quality supernatural and sci-fi shows like 'Torchwood' and 'Doctor Who', attracting millions of fans to the channel. Throughout 2011 our viewers will see the return of old friends like 'Doctor Who' and 'Primeval;, which we helped save from extinction, as well as some great new additions to our schedule like 'Outcasts' and 'Bedlam'. Our fans told us they wanted these shows,...
From the Press Release:
Perry Simon, General Manager, Channels says: “BBC America has been setting a bench-mark for quality supernatural and sci-fi shows like 'Torchwood' and 'Doctor Who', attracting millions of fans to the channel. Throughout 2011 our viewers will see the return of old friends like 'Doctor Who' and 'Primeval;, which we helped save from extinction, as well as some great new additions to our schedule like 'Outcasts' and 'Bedlam'. Our fans told us they wanted these shows,...
- 12/17/2010
- by The Woman In Black
- DreadCentral.com
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