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What Jane Goodall Told Us About How To Make An Impact This week’s Fresh Take recalls words of wisdom from renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall after her passing, the mastermind behind New York City’s Nobu and more.

This week’s Fresh Take recalls words of wisdom from renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall after her passing, the mastermind behind New York City’s Nobu and more.

On BBC Front Row: Steven Knight on House of Guinness & the Peaky Blinders phenomenon, Indhu Rubasingham on running National Theatre & her statement production of Bacchae, Roddy Doyle announces the Booker Shortlist, and we review the Turner Prize shortlist in Bradford www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

The ‘Heartstopper’ Star Who Became A History-Making Playwright North London’s Nima Taleghani, who plays Mr Farouk in ‘Heartstopper’, is the first debut playwright to have a work staged at Britain’s flagship theatre.

'When I sit in my flat writing, I just feel so content.'

#NimaTaleghani sat down with British Vogue to discuss his childhood and what inspired him to start writing.

#Bacchae plays in the #OlivierTheatre until 1 November. www.vogue.co.uk/article/nima...

Clare Perkins, actor

There is a reason why Clare Perkins – an actor with more than 40 years of experience – is front and centre of Bacchae.

“There was a time when you hit 40 and all you were offered was ‘mum.’”

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‘I haven’t even googled how to write a play!’: Nima Taleghani bringing rap to the National Theatre The Heartstopper star’s exhilarating reboot of Euripides is the first debut play to grace the hallowed Olivier stage – but it nearly didn’t happen. ‘Its not in my bones,’ he says

‘I haven’t even googled how to write a play!’: Nima Taleghani bringing rap to the National Theatre

National Theatre director Indhu Rubasingham: ‘If I wasn’t scared, I wouldn’t be doing my job’ The arts chief on speaking to a divided country, theatre as ‘a radical act’ — and why both Shakespeare and Stormzy have a place in her ambitious first programme

National Theatre director Indhu Rubasingham: ‘If I wasn’t scared, I wouldn’t be doing my job’ on.ft.com/4lPmn8k

THIS was my villain origin story 😱😭😭

"You think this is hilarious don't you Sharon? Imma use this lasagna as a litter box."

Actor Michael Sheen: ‘You have to make something happen’ The ‘not-for-profit’ star on putting his own money into projects, creating a new national theatre for Wales — and what he learnt from Nye Bevan

It was a joy to have lunch with Michael Sheen: ‘You have to make something happen’ on.ft.com/4fwHg6H

The response form M and S is not at all what was reported in the media.

The Estate review – Adeel Akhtar is unmissable as ferociously ambitious MP Shaan Sahota’s play sets a British-Sikh politician’s schemes against his family betrayal – a tremendous debut from a writer of huge promise

The Estate review – Adeel Akhtar is unmissable as ferociously ambitious MP

Photos: Michael Sheen and More in NYE at the National Theatre The National Theatre and Wales Millennium Centre has released a first look at the return of Nye, Tim Price's epic Welsh fantasia, which charts the life of Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan and his battle to create the NHS.

Photos: Michael Sheen and More in NYE at the National Theatre

Two men at a gay pride festival

Our first proper Pride in London together! @jameslever.bsky.social

I hope the suit was everything you wanted it to be. Me and @nickdunn.bsky.social were the couple in there this morning picking up our suits. Love King & Allen - such an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere (even if it was hotter than the sun!). Congratulations and hope it’s an amazing day!

Our shrine from Gally Cab, with a sign that reads 'Doctor Who fans, don't forget to touch grass, esp if you're very online, love you xoxo'. Below this is a piece of turf, and a framed photo of the Thirteenth Doctor as the Virgin Mary. There's also a prayer candle with the same image printed on.

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With three ABBA’s there!

‘ANDOR’ is Elizabeth Dulau's first acting role.

Tony Gilroy compared her to Meryl Streep — “We do not have a bad moment of film of her in our cutting room. She’s unbelievable.”

(via www.latimes.com/entertainmen...)

It fits

Perfectly sums up my thoughts - not a masterpiece, but certainly a fun ride and nice to have something feel a bit unique again

Paul Mescal, Stormzy and the return of rep – National Theatre boss reveals her risky debut season With star names, a Hamlet in shades, orgiastic murder and a miners’ strike musical, Indhu Rubasingham promises something for all. But can she attract newcomers while keeping diehards happy? And is she...

I spoke to Indhu Rubasingham about her first season along with Kath Sarah. Very bold programming:
www.theguardian.com/stage/2025/a...

National Theatre announces new season – Indhu Rubasingham’s first as venue director Paul Mescal, Aidan Turner, Letitia Wright and Nicola Coughlan feature – alongside a new Pride musical

A huge season!

Meet our new Artistic Associates | National Theatre Together this artistic group will work to support and shape our creative vision, providing the broadest access to high-quality theatre anywhere in the world.

Meet our new Artistic Associates 🙌

Today we welcome Miranda Cromwell, Dr Sophie Duncan and Lynn Nottage as new Artistic Associates - with Clint Dyer continuing his inspiring work with us as an Associate Artist.

Read the full announcement here 👇
www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/news/meet-ou...

Further cast joining Michael Sheen in Nye return revealed The National Theatre and Wales Millennium Centre co-production is back this summer

We're thrilled to announce further casting for the return of #Nye playing in the #OlivierTheatre from 3 July and at @wmccmc.bsky.social from 22 August 🙌

Find out more here 👇 www.whatsonstage.com/news/further...

Notice officially given - 8 months and 16 days to go to the big day. It’s nearly time for the next big adventure @nickdunn.bsky.social

It really is - such a cute find!

Cosy couple of days away with @nickdunn.bsky.social in our cute Narnia themed Air B’n’B

Dessert Course: American Style Chocolate Chip Pancake - Sandwiching Salted Caramel Ice Cream with Nutella and Peanut Butter (Mickey Shaped Of Course)

Savoury Pancake Course - Cheese and Ham Crepes Curtesy of @nickdunn.bsky.social

A person pointing emphatically, surrounded by colourful rails of clothes and props.

A performer sits thoughtfully on stage, wearing a suit and patterned tie.

A person in a vibrant headscarf and orange cardigan sitting at a sewing station with a sewing machine and various garments in the background.

Three individuals in a tailor shop, dressed in vintage outfits and sporting afro hairstyles. They are surrounded by garments and sewing equipment.

★★★★ 'A retro gem' Guardian
★★★★ 'A riveting snapshot of 1970s Britain' Telegraph
★★★★ 'Colour, music, motion, loads of laughter' Evening Standard

#Alterations is playing in the #LytteltonTheatre until 5 April.

📸 Piers Allardyce

The O.G. Slutty Little Glasses Wearer…