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Julia Donaldson and Rob Brydon on bringing straw-pendous Christmas magic in The Scarecrow’s Wedding
Laura Harding talks to the best-selling author about the latest adaptation of her beloved books. Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler - The Scarecrow’s Wedding From an adventurous fish, an ambitious dragon and a dastardly rat to a cunning mouse, lovestruck aliens or a lost stick, the latest animated adaptation of a book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler has been synonymous with Christmas for children around the country. The Gruffalo, Zog, Stick Man and last year’s Tiddler h
‘A brand-new show for a brand-new audience’: Russell T Davies on Doctor Who Spin-Off The War Between The Land And The Sea
Writer Russell T Davies and Russell Tovey discuss their new Doctor Who spin-off series The War Between The Land And The Sea. By Lynn Rusk. The War Between The Land And The Sea airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday, December 7. Russell T Davies, a lifelong Doctor Who fan, began writing reviews of the cult sci-fi series in the 1970s. After the show ended in 1989, he lobbied the BBC to revive it and became the series’ showrunner for its 2005 return. Davies remained the main
Deborah Meaden: I’m incredibly busy – but I’m the least stressed person I know
The Dragon’s Den star talks to Camilla Foster about how she prioritises time in nature and how it enhances her productivity. Dragons’ Den...
Mark Gatiss says new detective drama Bookish is a ‘love letter’ to bookshops and murder mysteries
Mark Gatiss discusses his new crime drama series Bookish, set in post-war London, in which a bookshop owner helps solve crimes. Words by...
Sir Lenny Henry talks diving with sharks on new ITV show: ‘You’ve got to respect them – they’re bigger than you and have all those teeth!’
Sir Lenny Henry, Lucy Punch, Rachel Riley and more talk diving with sharks in ITV’s Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters. Words by Lynn Rusk....
Danny Beard on Pride Month: We grow up in a world that isn’t meant for us but it gets better
The Celebrity Big Brother star speaks to Sara Keenan about his journey in drag and hopes for the LGBT+ community in the future. Drag...
‘High-stakes showdown’ for Ncuti Gatwa’s Time Lord teased for Doctor Who finale
Ncuti Gatwa’s Time Lord is set for a “high-stakes showdown” in the finale of his second Doctor Who season, his co-star has said. (Ncuti...
David Tennant, Jessie J and Emma Willis bring sharp sartorial tailoring to the Bafta TV Awards
Laura Whitmore, Jessie J, Emma Willis and other celebrities sported masculine tailoring on the red carpet. Emma Willis, David Tennant and...
Larry Lamb: The end of Gavin and Stacey is the start of another story
The actor who played Gavin’s dad in the hit TV show tells Lisa Salmon he’s sad yet relieved it’s over, and has moved on by writing his...
From wildlife to wine – the destinations Down Under that sparked Gary Barlow’s love affair with Oz
The Take That star speaks about his new series, Gary Barlow’s Food and Wine Tour: Australia Gary Barlow at Uluru (ITV/Rock Oyster/PA)...
Brecon Mountain Railway to Star in new BBC CymruWales Special With Ruth Jones and Steve Speirs
Brecon Mountain Railway is set to have a starring role in a new one-hour documentary celebrating Merthyr which premieres in June. (Brecon...
‘You won’t see me doing anything else’: Claudia Winkleman talks slew of successful shows and return of One Question quiz
Rachael Davis hears from Claudia Winkleman about the return of One Question, including her secret quiz strategy and must-have backstage...
Chris Cooks Cymru visits Swansea to sample the delights at Gigi Gao's Chinese restaurant
When it comes to blending cultures through food, Gigi Gao’s Chinese restaurant in Swansea is a true gem, offering a delicious marriage of...
Strictly Come Dancing’s Amy Dowden on Strictly Amy: Cancer and Me
Dancer Amy Dowden talks about fighting for her health, her future family and her love for dance in personal documentary Strictly Amy:...
Nigella Lawson: ‘I don’t have a script – sometimes I think, why did that come out?’
Prudence Wade sits down with the TV cook ahead of her latest festive special, Nigella’s Amsterdam Christmas. Nigella Lawson travels to...
Clarkson’s Farm’s Kaleb Cooper: If my kids move to London they can visit me – I’m not going there
The straight-talking farmer discusses his dreams for the future and relationship with Jeremy Clarkson, with Prudence Wade. Star of...
Alan Carr: Mamma Mia!: I Have a Dream is welcoming ‘a new era of talent shows’
Rachael Davis is in Greece to meet the Dancing Queens behind talent show Mamma Mia!: I Have a Dream, searching for the West End’s new...
Alex Jones says the life-changing moments in new series Reunion Hotel reaffirm the kindness of human
Alex Jones talks to Naomi Clarke about her new BBC Two series Reunion Hotel, which sees people who are connected by a unique story...
Stacey Solomon’s top 3 crafts to try this Christmas
Stacey Solomon is helping us get crafty this Christmas. Imy Brighty-Potts rounds up her best at-home projects to have a go at making this...
Sue Perkins on how emotional it is to trace your family history
The comedian and former Great British Bake Off presenter tells Rachael Davis about discovering her ancestry. In the rush of everyday...
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