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Want to discover the secret ingredients of a long, happy and fulfilling romantic relationship? Then join renowned couple therapists, Professor Robert Stenk (Jon Rand) and Doctor Veronica Stenk as they share everything they've learned during their illustrious careers (and of course, long and happy marriage) about how to maintain a partnership made in heaven, in a brand new, inspirational live lecture! 31st January, Seven Arts, Leeds.

Elaine is back as Sarah Fenn is season 2 of Sanctuary: A Witch's Tale. Streaming now on Netflix

Hannah (Morgana Robinson) and Arslan, their two daughters and brother-in-law Jamie, are all set for the ultimate festive adventure in Lapland. That is until he discovers that the bonus he has received was a mistake and must be repaid immediately, with Christmas chaos ensuing as disaster follows them at every turn. Tuesday 23rd December on BBC1 at 9pm Repeated Friday 26th December at 9:30pm on BBC3

Law & Order fans take note! David Ajala joins the team as Detective Theo Walker and his first case as Detective Vincent Riley's partner is the murder of a high school sports star, with several suspects who were trying to make money off his talent. Starts November 13th NBC.

The Importance of Being Earnest is now playing for a limited season at the Noël Coward Theatre with an all-star cast including Shobna Gulati as Miss Prism. Directed by Max Webster, Oscar Wilde's hilarious story of identity, impersonation & romance runs until 10th January.

Audible have produced audio editions of the iconic Harry Potter series. A stellar lineup leads the full-cast audio editions featuring a powerhouse ensemble of over 200 performers including Cush Jumbo as the narrator of all 7 stories. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone will debut on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with the other 6 stories following each month.

Roald Dahl's The Twits has now been animated! Johnny Vegas plays Jim Twit, husband of Credenza Twit and together they own the world's worst amusement park - Twitlandia. A funny, wild ride of a film, The Twits is also a story for our times about the never-ending battle between cruelty and empathy. On Netflix this Autumn

Jon Rand's podcast The Failing Writers, has had double success at the Independent Podcast Awards, winning a gong in both the book category and best jingle category. To have what began as a self-help, accountability podcast for 3 mates who wanted to write more - become a wonderful community of hundreds of writers & creative folk across the world - all learning about the craft, the industry and some fascinating weird corners of writing together. "And now to have a bit of recognition… it's pretty amazing. Possibly a bit off brand… but has definitely made us hungry for a bit of success in our writing!" Check out the podcast here: podfollow.com/the-failing-writers-podcast

Shobna Gulati can be heard narrating new 4 part series - Secrets of Supercheap Shopping. You can catch the first episode on Channel 4 at 8pm on Monday 27th Oct.

Teenager Jacob lives in The Meadows, Nottingham. Like his mates, he spends his Saturday nights drinking in the city, looking for a bit of trouble. One adrenaline-fuelled night in Old Market Square, he throws a single punch at a stranger with fatal consequences. Released from prison, Jacob is lost and adrift. Searching for answers, Joan and David (played by Tony Hirst) the parents of his victim James, ask to meet. An unlikely connection is made and Jacob's life begins to turn around. Making its West End debut, Punch is at Apollo Theatre until 29th November.

Cush plays disgraced competitive fencer Joanna Bathory who is striving for an Olympic comeback - her last chance for a shot at gold. Pressured by her husband and coach Raph, Joanna receives a prototype device allowing her to extend her training into her sleep...available on Amazon Prime now

Helen Atkinson Wood is a special guest host at this year's Aldeburgh Comedy Festival. Catch her in conversation with Rory Bremner. Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall 17th-19th October