Entertainment
Orchid blossoms as new venue for London
Hidden within the busy streets of London lies Orchid; an oasis of calm, offering a completely unique bar experience. Launched on 28th March 2008 with a strictly ‘guest list only’ party featuring Jazz band The Yots Quartet, Orchid finally opened its doors to an expectant and eager crowd.
Sanctuary premiers on ITV4
ITV4 has announced that they have acquired the UK premiere of SANCTUARY, a new sci-fi series from the creators of Stargate: SG-1 and Stargate: Atlantis. The 13-part series is based on the world's first high-definition science-fiction Web series and will be the first television series to use live-action actors against mostly virtual sets.
Jack Savoretti announces national tour
Following a nationwide tour ‘busking’ at Caffe Nero coffee shops, where Jack was also artist of the month during February and March, and performances at renowned music festival SXSW in Texas, Jack Savoretti now announces a tour of the country’s more traditional venues.
Eva Longoria becomes face of Magnum
Eva Longoria, the new face of indulgent ice cream - Magnum, arrived at the Magnum Manor in Cannes this week. Eva and her entourage are there to launch a new range of Magnum ice creams. The glamorous Hollywood star known for her role as ‘Gabrielle’ on the hit series ‘Desperate Housewives’ will be encouraging the nation to enjoy life’s little indulgences.
The South Bank Show to profile Liza Minnelli
The South Bank Show‘s season continues with a profile of one of the most successful entertainers of the modern age, Liza Minnelli. Melvyn Bragg interviews Liza Minnelli at the London Coliseum as she prepares for her forthcoming UK tour, with exclusive footage filmed in Florida of the show she will be bringing to Britain, performing some of her most iconic songs.
Jeremy Vine to present Points Of View
The BBC has announced that Jeremy Vine is to present Points Of View. He will front the series when it returns later this spring on BBC One.
Poll suggests Diana inquest was waste of money
More than three-quarters (78%) of people think the inquest into the death of Diana, Princess of Wales was a total waste of money, according to a poll commissioned for BBC Two's Newsnight.
Anna Friel is Pushing Daisies on ITV1
Anna Friel and Lee Pace star in the hit US series that was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards. Created and written by Bryan Fuller, whose previous credits include Heroes and Star Trek (Deep Space Nine and Voyager) Pushing Daisies follows the exploits of Ned (Lee Pace) a piemaker who can bring people back from the dead, and Charlotte ‘Chuck’ Charles (Anna Friel) his first love and the girl who he brings back to life.
The RIAS award winning film season for the over 50s
There’s a treat in store for more mature film fans this month as the RIAS sponsored Senior Screen at ODEON cinemas across the UK welcomes the over 50s to the cinema to see a special collection of top-rated films in its Award Winning Film Season.
Is Mr Eleven Mr Right?
Did you know that the average British woman will marry their 11th sexual partner? But does Mr Eleven always equal Mr Right? Michelle Ryan (Bionic Woman, EastEnders), Sean Maguire (Meet The Spartans, EastEnders) and Adam Garcia (Wicked, Coyote Ugly) form a love triangle driven by one woman’s obsession with numbers in Mr Eleven, a romantic comedy drama from Tiger Aspect.
BBC Three launches The Wall
Hosted by television’s hottest property Alexa Chung and comedy star Rhys Thomas (The Fast Show/Torchwood, Star Stories), The Wall is BBC Three’s weekly comedy event. The brand new series is big on excitement, unpredictability and interaction.
Heather Mills – You’re fired!
Heather Mills’ high-profile divorce dramas have driven Britons to the brink, with more than 40% of us wanting to give her the axe, according to a recent Celebrity Apprentice poll of more than 9,000 TV fans conducted by MSN Entertainment.
An evening of outstanding talent
Monthly new-music calendar highlight Bedford Bandstand continues it’s residency at indigO2 on 29th April with performances from the cream of talent who are hotly tipped for the top. Such a wealth of musical talent under one roof all for only a fiver – there are no excuses to miss out.
Forsyth is leader of the pack of ‘golden oldies’
“Didn’t he do well?” Bruce Forsyth is the nation’s most admired male ‘golden oldie’ according to the results of a poll from Co-operative Insurance Personal Pensions.
Hard Rock International to refurbish London Vault
Hard Rock International today announced the renovation of its legendary London Vault, filled with rare pieces of music memorabilia. From 31 March, more pieces from music history will be installed in the Hard Rock Vault, becoming permanent additions to Hard Rock’s world-famous memorabilia collection.