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Twists and turns in the latest crime thriller

The latest Adam Fawley crime thriller by best-selling author Cara Hunter was published this week (11 February), and our companion arts...

Feb 15, 20251 min read

Reflecting on three uplifting, meaningful, and relevant plays

A new post on our companion arts and entertainment blog Piece of Pink Pie looks back at three outstanding plays which premiered at...

Dec 16, 20241 min read

Our film makes the longlist for British Awards

Our short film Annalium 8: Sssss has been longlisted at the prestigious British Short Film Awards 2024. As one of six films on the...

Nov 22, 20241 min read

Jean's memory lives on in a moving song

Jean Marchetti was a musician who fell on hard times. Suffering ill health and with arthritis in her hands, she could no longer play her...

Nov 5, 20241 min read

Miners' strike Odyssey is a 'stunning piece of theatre'

A new play about one of the most divisive episodes in recent British history is receiving its world premiere at Cardiff's Sherman Theatre. Odyssey '84 by Tim Price tells the story of the 1984 miners' strike in the form of Homer's Odyssey - a tale of wandering far from home, facing unexpected trials, before finally returning and having to adjust to a new life. Our companion hyperlocal site Rhiwbina Info was at press night (Tuesday 15 October), and in his review our Andy Wel

Oct 17, 20241 min read

Hasty riding lessons and being wrapped in Sean Connery’s coat – memories of a young actress

She told a small lie at an audition, forcing her to hastily arrange some riding lessons when she got the part. And in another role, she...

Oct 15, 20241 min read

'Fast-paced crime thriller which entertains and intrigues' - Rebus review

A new play featuring Ian Rankin's Detective Inspector Rebus is currently touring the UK. Our companion hyperlocal site Rhiwbina Info ...

Oct 9, 20241 min read

Exploring the songwriting talents of Gregg Alexander

The latest post on our associated arts and entertainment blog Piece of Pink Pie looks at the work of songwriter Gregg Alexander. ...

Aug 4, 20241 min read

'The Syndicate' stage adaptation is a thought-provoking tale

A new stage adaptation of the hit BBC TV drama The Syndicate concludes its inaugural UK tour this week with a visit to Cardiff. Our...

Jul 25, 20241 min read

Colourful suspects in a comedy whodunnit

A new comedy whodunnit based on the classic board game Cludeo is currently touring UK theatres. This week (25-29 June) Cluedo 2 is in...

Jun 27, 20241 min read

This moving and horrific tale of slavery makes an exceptional theatrical experience

The debut full-length play by Azuka Oforka is currently receiving its world premiere in Cardiff. The Women of Llanrumney is an...

May 24, 20241 min read

Jokes come thick and fast in new political comedy

A new political comedy Party Games by Michael McManus is currently touring UK theatres. This week (21-24 May) it's in Cardiff, and our...

May 22, 20241 min read

Our film scoops award at London scifi festival

Our short film Annalium 8: Sssss scooped an award at the Wild Indie SciFi and Fantasy Film Festival in London at the weekend. Our...

May 20, 20242 min read

Another international award for our short film

We're excited to report that our short film Annalium 8: Sssss has won another award on the international festival circuit. The film has...

May 16, 20242 min read

Two more successes for our film - locally and globally

Our film Annalium 8: Sssss has achieved two more successes - winning its first award in a new South Wales competition and being selected...

May 13, 20242 min read

Our film to be screened at London scifi festival

We're excited to report that our short film Annalium 8: Sssss will be screened as part of the official selection at Wild Indie Scifi &...

May 8, 20241 min read

'Joyfully silly' version of The 39 Steps delights with physical humour and expert timing

The multi award-winning comedy stage production of The 39 Steps is currently touring the UK and Ireland. This week (23-27 April) it's...

Apr 25, 20241 min read

New track is 'a feelgood song for spring'

Talented jazz singer, songwriter, and producer, Emily Saunders has released a new single . Sideways is the latest track to drop ahead of...

Apr 11, 20241 min read

Our film is named in London festival's official selection

Our short film Annalium 8: Sssss has today (4 April) been confirmed as part of the official selection for Wild Indie Scifi & Fantasy...

Apr 4, 20241 min read

And Then There Were None - imaginative and brilliantly designed

The latest stage production of the best selling crime novel of all time is nearing the end of a six-month tour of the UK and Ireland....

Mar 20, 20241 min read