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Category Archives: News
A nod from Orson Welles was good enough
By Ray Bennett LONDON – I never spoke to Orson Welles – who was born 100 years ago today and will be the subject of a two-month season at the BFI Southbank – but he did respond with a nod … Continue reading
Canadian actress Alberta Watson dies
By Ray Bennett LONDON – Canadian actress Alberta Watson has died aged 60. I knew her long ago as Susan. To meet Susan Watson in 1977 was to fall in love. She was 21, beautiful and a force of nature. … Continue reading
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The Old Vic names full cast for ‘High Society’
By Ray Bennett The Old Vic has announced full casting for its production of Cole Porter’s “High Society” based on the film musical version of “The Philadelphia Story”, which will open on May 14 following previews that begin on April … Continue reading
Posted in Music, News, Theatre
Tagged 'High Society', Annabel Scholey, Cole Porter, Jamie Parker, Kate Fleetwood, Maria Friedman, Rupert Young, The Old Vic
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Theatre news: Spacey as Darrow, Suchet as Lady Bracknell
By Ray Bennett Latest casting news in London’s West End includes Kevin Spacey’s return as Clarence Darrow at The Old Vic, Lara Pulver and Peter Davison with Imelda Staunton in the transfer of “Gypsy” and David Suchet as Lady Bracknell. … Continue reading
Posted in Music, News, Theatre
Tagged 'Gypsy', 'The Importance of Being Earnest', Clarence Darrow, David Suchet, Imelda Staunton, Kevin Spacey, Lara Pulver, Peter Davison, Savoy Theatre, The Old Vic
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‘Boyhood’, ‘Under the Skin’ top London critics’ awards
By Ray Bennett The London Critics’ Circle Film Awards on Sunday shared the plaudits among several films including “Boyhood”, which won three prizes, and “Under the Skin”, which won two.
Posted in Film, News
Tagged 'Boyhood', 'Under the Skin', Jonathan Glazer, London Critics' Circle Film Awards, May Fair Hotel, Michael Keaton, Miranda Richardson, Richard Linklater, Stanley Tucci, Timothy Spall
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Miranda Richardson to receive Critics’ Circle’s top prize
Delighted that the wonderful Miranda Richardson will be honoured at the Critics’ Circle Film Awards on Sunday. Sat next to her at a Fox dinner at the Toronto International Film Festival two or three years ago and she is delightful company … Continue reading
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Tagged Bafta Film Awards, Critics' Circle Film Awards, May Fair Hotel, Miranda Richardson, Oscars, Toronto International Film Festival
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THEATRE REVIEW: ‘Made in Dagenham: The Musical’
By Ray Bennett David Arnold has seldom appeared happier. You can only imagine what it’s like to walk along the Strand in London and see the splash of colour at the Adelphi Theatre that proclaims your very first West End … Continue reading
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Tagged 'Made in Dagenham: The Musical', Adelphi Theatre, David Arnold, Gemma Artertton, Richard Bean, Richard Thomas, Rupert Goold
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Orchestra rules at World Soundtrack Awards
By Ray Bennett GHENT, BELGIUM – One of the great things about the World Soundtrack Awards is the Ghent Film Festival’s commitment to orchestral music and this year was no different as the annual event showcased the work of Cliff … Continue reading
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Tagged Brussels Philharmonic, Cliff Martinez, Dan Romer, Dirk Brosse, Ghent International Film Festival, Jeff Neve, World Soundtrack Awards
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Tearful Francis Lai acclaimed at World Soundtrack Awards
By Ray Bennett GHENT, Belgium – Oscar-winning French composer Francis Lai, 82, was visibly moved by a prolonged standing ovation after he accepted a Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday night at the 14th World Soundtrack Awards. Fellow French composer Bruno … Continue reading
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Tagged Alexandre Desplat, Bruno Coulais, Cyril Molesti, Daniel Pemberton, Francis Lai, Gent, Michelino Bisceglia, Pharrell Williams, Steven Price, World Soundtrack Awards
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