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Woman in Mind review: a very British and darkly comic drama
Alan Ayckbourn’s forty-year-old tragicomedy of stifling suburban life, Woman in Mind, doesn’t quite survive the transition to today.
The Rivals review: warm, stylish and immensely enjoyable
Patricia Hodge and Robert Bathurst lead a polished ensemble in this delightful off-West-End production of The Rivals.
Pluribus review: Vince Gilligan’s return to sci-fi is the best new TV show of 2025
Pluribus is another hugely compelling offering from the giant behind Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul.
Top Hat The Musical review: this stylish revival taps lightly into classic charm
Top Hat delivers good looks and old-school glamour in a sparkling, feel-good production.
My best book of 2025? Spent Light by Lara Pawson
Lara Pawson's Spent Light, published last year, is an extraordinary book that won't let go of your head.
Best new awards & arts prize winners: December 2025
This month's awards and prizes celebrate portrait art, emerging musicians, and the best Irish, Scottish and Welsh books of the…
You write like AI, people think it’s AI generated—what should you do?
AI writing can be obvious, repetitive and obvious, leading to a tapestry of issues for human writers—let's delve into this…
The Red Shoes review: Matthew Bourne triumphs at Sadler’s Wells.
This seductive retelling of The Red Shoes is an intoxicating blend of signature movement, stunning design and enthralling storytelling.
Treasure Island review: Ahoy There! This brilliant new production swashbuckles into festive fun
Grab your map and compass – Treasure Island is taking Bristol on a raucous, engaging pirate escapade.
The best video games I played in 2025
Despite plenty of grim goings on in the world, 2025 also saw a fantastic, inspiring array of video games.
