Fatima Clarke

Few have the distinction of restarting a symphony orchestra during a performance. Yet, that’s exactly what happened at the Southbank Centre when Little Simz, amid the triumphant blare of the opening horns in “Gorilla,” decided to restart the track as if spinning a set in a lively nightclub. With the support of the predominantly Black … Read more

A newfound one-day festival is taking a page from California’s four-year-old Cruel World festival, making its debut in the UK. Since the original festival focuses heavily on British post-punk and goth music from the 80s, the new festival could aptly have been named Coals to Newcastle, given its return to British roots. The early 1980s … Read more

“This year isn’t up to par,” some murmured when Glastonbury’s lineup was revealed in March—a sentiment that perhaps only the British would express about a festival hosting over 3,000 performances in five days. Despite the complaints, Glastonbury boasts an impressive array of diverse, innovative, and endlessly energetic artists. The real difficulty lies in choosing which … Read more

Unforgettable Dating Disasters Turned Musical In the realm of disastrous dating tales, a 2017 incident takes a notable spot. A woman on a Tinder date found herself in a cringe-worthy predicament when her bathroom business refused to flush away. Attempting to handle the situation quietly, she ended up stuck between two windows. This embarrassing moment … Read more

A Gathering of Voices A circle of women gather weekly around a piano in a plain room, engaging in what appears to be a routine choir practice. However, this diverse assembly of individuals has convened not just for the love of singing, but to connect as lesbians and to pursue a dream: performing on the … Read more

A Fascination with America “I adore America!” exclaims Kieran Hodgson, a statement that carries significant weight during a tense global climate where America’s actions could potentially escalate into major conflict. Hodgson, hailing from Yorkshire, uses this bold declaration to introduce a brighter vision of the U.S. that he believes still exists, overshadowed as it may … Read more

Four years after the sensational debut of Disney’s Frozen at this location, which captivated a legion of enthusiastic young fans dressed as their favorite characters, the question arises: Will Hercules manage to attract a similar crowd with his epic tale of valor? Despite his memorable ascent from zero to hero in the beloved 1997 animation, … Read more

A Bold New Take on As You Like It In Canada, theatrical performances typically commence with a land acknowledgment, recognizing the original Indigenous inhabitants prior to European settlement. Indigenous playwright Cliff Cardinal critically examines the sincerity of such acknowledgments through his adaptation of Shakespeare’s bucolic comedy, which serves as a lens to scrutinize our relationship … Read more

A Stir on the Balcony: The Theatrical Innovations of Jamie Lloyd A balcony scene rarely ignites widespread commotion, yet the performance of “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” from Evita on the exterior of the London Palladium has done just that, highlighting the growing fame of its director, Jamie Lloyd. This event prompts a playful modification … Read more

Fifty years after its release, Richard Dreyfuss remains reluctant to swim in the ocean. The acclaimed actor admits, “I haven’t gone back in the water since that movie. It makes you hyper-aware of what you don’t know, particularly what’s beneath the surface.” ‘Like sinking into a warm bath’: why Jaws is my feelgood movie Read … Read more