Chitty Chitty Bang Bang star Sally Ann Howes dies aged 91
The actress also appeared on Broadway in My Fair Lady and won a Tony Award for her part in Brigadoon....
Gareth Malone on why people are desperate to sing amid pandemic
People need to come together to “let their hair down and be heard” amid Covid, the choirmaster says....
Maureen Lipman: Cancel culture could wipe out comedy
The actress says comedians fear being cancelled as a poll finds Britons often censor their opinions....
Omicron: Andrew Lloyd Webber halts Cinderella musical until February
The West End musical will return “as soon as this wave is licked”, the composer and producer says....
The Matrix’s real-world legacy – from red pill incels to conspiracies and deepfakes
As The Matrix returns, we explore the enduring legacy of the franchise in culture, tech and beyond....
Omicron: Half of West End theatres hit by Covid cancellations at weekend
Almost 50% of London’s major venues scrapped performances this weekend as Covid continues to spread....
Quidditch leagues set to pick new name after JK Rowling trans row
US Quidditch and Major League Quidditch want to “distance themselves” from JK Rowling’s views....
Laura Kuenssberg to step down as BBC’s political editor
After seven years in the post, the journalist will now take on other roles within the BBC....
Il Divo singer Carlos Marin dies aged 53
The Spanish singer is remembered by other members of the group for his unique voice and spirit....
Drakeo the Ruler dies after stabbing at LA music festival
The 28-year-old was stabbed during an altercation backstage at a Los Angeles music festival....
