Theatre: A Very Naughty Christmas London Show

Christmas cabaret, stand-up comedy, burlesque and naughty musical theatre all rolled into one, A Very Naughty Christmas is coming to London for the very first time. This is billed for fans of SIX: The Musical, The Play That Goes Wrong, and The Book of Mormon and is strictly for over 18s only. Having achieved cult status with […]

Stress Free Côte at Home Christmas Feast Delivered to Your Door

Just reading about this makes Christmas dinner seem less stressful. Côte at Home meal delivery service, has come up with three luxury Christmas feasts complete with simple instructions and, of course, there’s wine. In two and a half hours, with most dishes cooked in the oven your festive meal with French flair is served. The […]

Some Things to Eat and Do in New York

Eating out was pretty ‘meh’ in New York, but there’s plenty to do and see. If theatre’s your thing then read my latest New York Broadway reviews here. Junior’s near to Times Square had inedible French Toast – think deep fried cardboard with some wood chips on top with a side of sweet snot. Pointless […]

The Fat Duck’s Marvellously Mysterious Menu at £150 a head

Encouraging diners to expect the unexpected, three-Michelin-star The Fat Duck will be serving dishes that will be a complete surprise. Parties of four to six diners can enjoy the Marvellously Mysterious Menu, four courses set at £150 per head with guests only being let into the secret once they are seated at the table.  The […]

Theatre Review: Top 6 Broadway Shows – Fall 2024

OH, MARY! www.ohmaryplay.com Oh, Mary! Oh, yes! This show deserves the exclamation along with a chorus of madcap melodies for this cha-cha showgirl. This is drag farce played at top pelt, physical comedy, recurring gags and a twist in the tale of the banal life of the unhinged Mary Todd Lincoln and the looming assassination […]

Stiletto – Set Your Soles on Fire with this New Musical

Stiletto, a new musical exploring the lives of castrati performers in 18th century Venice, will open at London’s Charing Cross Theatre from 24 March to June 15, 2025, opening night is set for March 31. The musical features music and lyrics by Grammy, Oscar, and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Wilder, and a book by Olivier nominee Tim […]

Documentary: Studio One Forever – America’s First Gay Disco

STUDIO ONE FOREVER the story of America’s first gay disco, is a kaleidoscopic excursion into LGBTQ+ history through the lens of this groundbreaking club. From 1974 to 1994, Studio One  in Los Angeles and its adjoining live music venue, The Backlot, became symbols of hope and community for gay men. Amidst the rise of gay rights, […]

Review: Soul Mama Stratford London – Live Music and Dining

Soul Mama, the hot new, live music and dining spot in Stratford, East London. We have to thank MOBO Awards winner, saxophonist and broadcaster YolanDa Brown OBE who has created a “home for dreamers and believers” bathed in the warmth of African, Caribbean and South American cooking. Soul Mama is already a winner after crowdfunding […]

Music Review: Etienne Charles at New Jazz Club Soul Mama Stratford London

“Let’s get cooking” exclaims trumpeter and Professor of Jazz,  Etienne Charles as his Creole Orchestra launches into jazz standard ‘Night Train’. In fact, we are just a few platforms up from Stratford International station or a quick shunt through Westfield shopping centre from the underground and into new grassroots music venue and dining spot ‘Soul […]

The Secret App – New Travel App Helps You Explore Europe’s Cities Through the Eyes of its Artists

We are all about the insider’s take on places and travel. Something interesting, and that only a local would know. So this sounds good, the launch of The Secret App, a new travel app designed to enhance the way people explore cities around the UK and Europe. The app allows you to explore cities through […]