Entertainment
Primeval Recommissioned
Following a strong start this winter, ITV1 is pleased to announce that its action adventure drama has been recommissioned for a second series. The project is due to go back into production later this year with Professor Nick Cutter and his team set to do battle once more with a host of new and even more incredible creatures.
Scissor Sisters Team-Up With Xbox
Global chart toppers Scissor Sisters have launched the Xbox Soundtracks programme looking for new artists inspired by gaming to create music, with the release of an exclusive reworking of a version of their track “She’s My Man.” The band itself was inspired by the trailer for the much anticipated Xbox 360 title, Halo Wars from Ensemble Studios.
A-Listers To Collaborate For Arts Event
The Whitechapel and Hogan are delighted to announce the cast for the unique Art Plus Drama event. Actors Emilia Fox, Rhys Ifans, Martine McCutcheon, Samantha Morton, Natalie Press, Greta Scacchi and Christopher Simon will perform specially commissioned scripts created by leading international artists Fiona Banner, Jenny Holzer, Ed Ruscha and Mark Titchner.
Help Mr. Bean Raise £’s For Comic Relief
As part of the Comic Relief activity, on Mothering Sunday, 18 March, people across the country will have an opportunity to see Mr. Bean’s Holiday in advance of its release on 30 March. 47 cinemas will host these exclusive screenings, with both Fun in the Foyer and free popcorn and drinks!
M People To Play Forest Tour Shows
M People, the clubland favourites that went on to become one of the most successful UK dance acts ever, will be appearing at four picturesque forest locations this summer as part of the Forestry Commission’s annual ‘Forest Tour’. They are recognised as the first mainstream dance act to marry the excitement of house music to the traditional pop virtues of crafted songs and strong melodies.
The South Bank Show: Isabel Allende
On Sunday 22 April, The South Bank Show follows the Chilean novelist Isabel Allende as she travels from San Francisco, where she now lives, back to Chile, the homeland she left in 1975. Isabel Allende has sold over 51 million books in 30 languages over the past two decades.
Star Wars At Bonhams
A remarkable collection of costumes created and supplied by Angels The Costumiers, for some of the most iconic international film and television in history sold at Bonhams in Knightsbridge, London, on Tuesday 6 March 2007, in what is believed to be the UK’s largest and most important archive of film and television costumes to come to auction. More than 400 costumes were available to collectors and amateur fans alike.
Donny Osmond Announces UK Tour
Following his 2005 extraordinary sell-out shows Donny Osmond today announces his return to the UK stage, much to the delight of his legions of fans. Donny is back with ‘Love Songs of The 70's’, a brand new collection of hits from the 1970's including "Mandy", "I Can See Clearly Now", "How Deep Is Your Love" and many more of his favourites from the era.
Josh Groban – Live In The UK
With 14 million album sales under his belt, Josh Groban is already a music veteran. His hugely successful LP 'Awake’ - featuring songs co-written with Imogen Heap and Dave Matthews as well as an appearance by Lady Smith Black Mambazo – has been certified silver here after debuting a Number 2 in the US with sales of 2 million. Currently on a 29-date US tour, he’s announced 4 UK dates as part of his upcoming European tour.
Life On Mars Series 2 New On DVD
John Simm is back as DI Sam Tyler, the time travelling detective who, after a car accident, has found himself in 1973, in the second and final series of the Award winning Life on Mars, which comes to DVD on 16 April.
Keane Talk Tours
As they prepare to embark on their biggest tour to date, Keane talk to Tim Rice Oxley about life on the road and what fans can expect from forthcoming venues.
Coleen Welcomes You Into Her World
Born into a happy and close knit family in Croxteth, Liverpool, Coleen was first snapped by the paparazzi on her way to school, after being thrust into the media spotlight as football superstar Wayne Rooney’s girlfriend. Since then, the press have followed her every move, and Coleen has become a huge inspiration to young women everywhere.
It’s Puppy Love For McFly!
Danny, Dougie, Tom and Harry are very cute and cuddly – and all the girls love them. But these four handsome youngsters aren’t the familiar stars from the hugely successful British band McFly. Instead, they’re from a litter of guide dog puppies that have just met their famous namesakes for the first time.
ITV2 Brings You Katie & Peter: The Next Chapter
This new series of Katie and Peter is the next chapter in the couple’s celebrity lives. Two years on from their star studded wedding, series 3 follows Katie and Peter as they embark on their world domination tour. Katie & Peter: The Next Chapter is new and exclusive to ITV2, beginning April 2007, for eight weeks.
Celebrities To Do Fame Academy
The BBC and Comic Relief have announced the names of the 13 celebrities set to surprise the nation and go head to head in the definitive, celebrity singing competition. Comic Relief Does Fame Academy asks celebrities to go one step further to raise money for Red Nose Day – The Big One. The launch show kicks off on BBC One on Saturday 3 March 2007.