PAUL DONOVAN is chilled by the contemporary resonance of Harper Lee’s coming of age tale amidst racism and white supremacy in this excellent production
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What if each significant city in Britain had their own Prom? That is the question...
(L to R) Hebrides Ensemble and the spectacular Waterfront Hall in Belfast
[(L to R) Sussie-Ahlburg / Man vyi/CC]
GEOFF BOTTOMS recommends the unashamedly light-hearted escapism on offer in this stage version of the 1963 film
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MARY CONWAY revels in a powerful reminder that human lives are not defined by physical perfection
PAUL DONOVAN recommends the fine performances in this account of the pre-war meeting between the US president and the British king
TECLYN AROD relishes an intimate celebration of jazz improvisation that mixes local and national musicians
EVERY year the BBC Proms brings with it tons of discussion, reflections, and chatter about what was the most impactful Prom or which new piece is going to be the next BIG work which becomes part of the regular concert programme.
This year is no exception, even though we are about half-way through there have been some interesting talking points and works that have sprung forward.
The Proms this year have embarked on arguably their biggest push to have elements of the Proms featuring across the UK — including Belfast, Gateshead, and Liverpool (to name a few). I must admit, when I initially saw this in the programme, I had a sense of trepidation.
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