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Actor Carl Weathers, best known for starring in Rocky and Predator, dies aged 76
Carl Weathers, the actor famous for playing Apollo Creed in the 'Rocky' films, has died aged 76. In a statement announcing the news, his family said: "We are deeply saddened…
Alison Hammond named as Paul O’Grady’s replacement on ITV show ‘For The Love Of Dogs’
Brummie TV star Alison Hammond has been named as the new host of 'For the Love of Dogs', following the death of former presenter Paul O'Grady. Continuing its popular format, the series will revolved around…
Peaky Blinders future on the rocks as actor Paul Anderson fined for possession of Class A drugs
Peaky Blinders actor Paul Anderson has been fined for possession of drugs after being found with crack cocaine on Boxing Day. The TV and film star was found with cocaine…
Channel 4 revive student trainee programme for Joe Lycett late-night show
Channel 4 have today announced the return of the hugely successful Trainee Programme on the second series of Late Night Lycett, which returns this spring. Award-winning comedian Joe Lycett and…
The Fast Show reunite for new UK tour to celebrate 30th anniversary
30 years since The Fast Show first burst onto our television screens, one of the defining comedy sketch shows of the Nineties is back, live on tour. Charlie Higson and…
Sohm Kapila added to Midlands cast line-up of new musical Bhangra Nation
International actress Sohm Kapila is joining the Midlands cast of Bhangra Nation, a new musical being staged in Birmingham. As rehearsals are underway for the UK premiere of new musical…
REVIEW: The Lion King – the African lion roars with pride in Birmingham
The Lion King musical roars and leaps onto the Birmingham stage for a scorching hot summer season. Disney’s world famous The Lion King theatrical show is now playing at The…
REVIEW: Demon Dentist – Birmingham Stage Company adapt David Walliams book
Birmingham Stage Company has crafted theatrical drama and mirth from David Walliams bestselling children’s book. Demon Dentist is currently playing at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham. (more…)
REVIEW: 9 to 5 the Musical – Birmingham Midland Operatic Society highlights toxic culture
The musical version of screwball comedy film 9 to 5 is back in the city in a new thought-provoking production which highlights toxic culture in the workplace. 9 to 5…
American singer Pink tucks into Indian curry at Birmingham restaurant before Villa Park concert
Iconic American singer Pink made a surprise visit to a popular Indian restaurant in Birmingham city centre ahead of her history making show at Villa Park on Tuesday. Staff at…