Recent Articles in Cinema/theatre/TV

BBC Newsround – More News in More Places
Sep 1, 2020

BBC Newsround unveils exciting new changes to its format to offer more kids more news in more places.

Jack and the Beanstalk – Panto at Home
Aug 26, 2020

This Christmas, "Blue Peter" legend Peter Duncan streams his new production of Jack and the Beanstalk directly into homes from 4 December to 10 January, for the perfect family treat, promising you boos, hisses, "he’s behind yous", a sing-a-long song and all the classic panto antics that we love.

Eureka Entertainment release Alice
Jul 21, 2020

Her husband took everything. Now she's taking back her life.  Eureka Entertainment are to release, ALICE, the debut feature film from multiple award-winning writer and director Josephine Mackerras, on selected digital platforms from 24 July 2020. Review by Anne Coates.

 

RSC's Twelfth Night – in your sitting room
Mar 27, 2020

To mark World Theatre Day (Friday 27 March), the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) is inviting people to join a live "watch along" from their living rooms on Saturday 11 April of a recording of their 2017 production of Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night, featuring Adrian Edmondson as Malvolio and Kara Tointon as Olivia.

My Spy – Film Review
Mar 11, 2020

From STX Entertainment an action-packed film to entertain the whole family: My Spy – reviewed by Anne Coates.

Little Women - Film Review
Dec 30, 2019

Greta Gerwig's film adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic novel, Little Women, is a triumph and a delight to watch, writes Anne Coates.

Black Beauty at The Purcell Room
Dec 19, 2019

Black Beauty, presented by Red Bridge Arts and Traverse Theatre Company is one of the funniest family shows I've seen. If you are near London this is a must-see, writes Anne Coates.

CBeebies Christmas Show – Hansel & Gretel
Oct 31, 2019

Following a successful launch in 2018, UK audiences are invited to watch CBeebies’ theatre recording of this year’s Christmas Show: Hansel & Gretel on the big screen on 30 November and 1 December.

Twirlywoos Live! at London's Southbank
Aug 5, 2019

Underbelly & MEI Theatrical presents Twirlywoos Live!, the beloved BBC TV show,Underbelly Southbank this August running from 3 to 31 August 2019. Our young reviewers were entranced.

Kids Week 2019
Jun 5, 2019

For the whole of August, a child who’s aged 16 or under can go to any participating show for FREE as long as they’re accompanied by a full paying adult. Adults can also buy up to two extra children’s tickets at half price, with no booking fees. Booking opens on 11 June, 2019 so plenty of time to check the shows and what you'd like to see.

Dumbo in Cinemas 29 March, 2019
Mar 27, 2019

Harriet and Anne Coates went to a preview of Dumbo the new live-action adventure story directed by Tim Burton which expands on the original animated Disney classic. The film is a triumph and they loved it.

The Winter's Tale – review
Feb 23, 2019

Harriet and Olivia Coates went to see one of the last performances of The Winter's Tale at The Dorfmann – National Theatre this half term. Read what they thought about it.