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Join us for the fourth Karen Pirie in an Edinburgh investigation with plenty of DNA. It's Out of Bounds by Val McDermid. NB! This episode has all kinds of fun swearing. No spoilers- we do not reveal whodunnit. However, there is a reveal about The Skeleton Road (previous Karen Pirie). Mystery Business is live from Richmond Theatre as we watch Murder on the Orient Express. For TV Tattle, we give our verdict on Episode 1 of BBC's Rebus. We also discuss flock wallpaper, horny Poirot and Mrs Sausages. Next book for 2nd December: The Rambutan Tree Mystery by Ovidia Yu TV Tattle: Serangoon Road In the mood for more mystery? Check out our other episodes on Val McDermid Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@missingsalmoncase⁠⁠⁠ Share with a friend: ⁠⁠⁠The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon⁠⁠⁠ Send us a message: ⁠⁠⁠missingsalmoncase@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.

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Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: Twelfth Night - Saturday 8 June, 2pm, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London, Museum of Austerity, Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15 June, Bristol Old Vic Theatre Player Kings - Saturday 15 June, 2.30pm, touch tour 1pm, Noel Coward Theatre, London Drop the Dead Donkey - Thursday 20 June, 7.30pm, Richmond Theatre, Greater London Bluets - Saturday 29 June, 1.30pm, touch tour 12noon, Royal Court Theatre London, To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What's On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk (Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

Join us for a thriller set in snowy Norway. We don't reveal whodunnit but there are plot reveals in TV Tattle. In Mystery Business, we review Cluedo 2: The Next Chapter at Richmond Theatre. We also defend one of our Queens of Crime from some uncalled for criticism. In TV Tattle, there is an elefanten i rommet with ⁠⁠⁠MODUS (dramatised version of Fear Not) We also discuss brunch, slush and satan's snacks. Mystery Mentions Clue film The Bridge AOB:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠All Good Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LitaList⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Next read for 15th May: You're Invited by Amanda Jayatissa TV Tattle: watch this space...⁠⁠ In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on⁠⁠ Death Goes on Skis (also in a snowy setting) Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@missingsalmoncase⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Share with a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nominate a Queen of Crime: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ missingsalmoncase@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.

Emilio Doorgasingh is another member of the Little Life family playing “Andy”, Jude's Doctor at the Richmond Theatre, Harold Pinter Theatre and Savoy Theatre this year.  This episodes contains spoilers! His other credits include, for screen: Casualty  Ted Lasso Series 2 Game of Thrones For stage: The Kite Runner, West End and UK Tour Present Laughter Much Ado About Nothing, The Globe Best of Enemies, Young Vic and Noel Coward Theatre alongside David Harewood and Zachary Quinton A Little Life  Amongst many more… Emilio discusses his two huge theatre projects he's been a part of this year, Best of Enemies (dir. Jeremy Herrin) and A Little Life (dir. Ivo Van Hove).  With Best of Enemies he played multiple characters in James Graham's play that explored the political landscape of the USA during the 1960s. From journalists to Gore Vidal's (Zachary Quinto) life partner and the demands of a high fuelled energetic show with multiple costume changes and characters to jump between every night.  For A Little Life he played “Andy” a doctor who has a difficult relationship with Jude (James Norton). Emilio talks about how he found the parallels of Andy's character, how on one hand he's a medical professional frustrated that his patient won't take his advice, and on the other he's a compassionate soul who doesn't want to push his already deeply traumatised friend into something he doesn't want to do. Stop hurting himself and get better.  Emilio gave a stellar performance as Andy and in his many roles in Best of Enemies and it was a pleasure to talk to you sir!   Oliver Gower Spotlight Link: https://www.spotlight.com/9097-9058-5261 Instagram: @goweroliver For enquiries and requests: olliegower10@gmail.com Please Like, Download and Subscribe! The Uncensored Critic Podcast was heard in over 30 countries in 2023. In the same year streams grew by 397%, listeners increased by 160% and followers were up 129%. Official stats from #SpotifyWrapped 2023.  Thank you all for your support! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/oliver-gower/message

Get ready for an episode packed with theatrical excitement as Natalie and Darren discuss an array of captivating productions! They'll delve into the National Theatre's touring sensation, Hello, I'm Darling, which Darren experienced first-hand when it hit Richmond Theatre. Prepare for a bold and vibrant exploration of identity in DNA, an inspiring production by Tara Arts Theatre's Young Company. They'll also delve into the poetic drama of Family Affair, a thought-provoking play about race, health, and the environment, now transferred from Belgrade to Brixton House Theatre. Get ready to be mesmerised by the stunning production of Blackout Songs, which has made its triumphant transfer to the Hampstead Theatre Main Stage after a sold-out run Downstairs. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey with The Good Person of Szechwan at Lyric Hammersmith, a truly bonkers and captivating experience. And last but certainly not least, they'll discuss the smash-hit transfer of The Lehman Trilogy from the National Theatre via Broadway, directed by the acclaimed Sam Mendes, now playing at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. Tune in for an episode filled with theatrical gems that will leave you inspired and longing for more!

This episode deals with some of the possible sources for Tamerlane - the longest poem from his first published work.  This episode touches on such varied subjects as Christopher Marlowe, Nicolas Rowe and the First Folio, the Richmond Theatre Fire, hippodrome plays, and why Tamerlane and Other Poems is important.What is the full name of Edgar Poe's first published work?Which play by Christopher Marlowe might be an influence on Tamerlane?What is the importance of Marlowe's hero?What is the importance of Nicholas Rowe regarding Shakespeare?What happened to the first Richmond Theatre?Why?What was the worst urban disaster in the United States as of 1812?What is a hippodrome play?Do we definitely know if Poe saw Timour the Tartar?Name some ways that the historical Tamerlane was different from Poe's Tamerlane.00:00 Intro02:11 Christopher Marlowe and Tamerlane06:40 Nicolas Rowe and Monk Lewis08:20 Disaster at the Richmond Theatre17:38 Second Richmond Theatre and Hippodrome Plays18:59 Timour the Tartar at Richmond Theatre21:29 Ending and importance of Poe's Tamerlane24:59 Future episode25:16 Sources25:45 Outro

The confusion and misunderstanding of the Menopause creates a huge negative impact and it cannot go on. Over half the population suffer from this. 1 in 4 have a challenging time. 2 in 4 have symptoms of varying degrees. 1 in 4 are the sailors and are absolutely fine. That being said, internally hearts, bones, minds... everything is effected. There is no extensive training for Doctors. It's misdiagnosed and it can lead to some very negative experiences from leaving great jobs to suicidal thoughts. That's why I am so thrilled to bring on the premier episode of series 5 my genius guest, Jo McEwan from Positive Pause, to talk about the positive effects of Menopause and bust some myths along the way. Headphones are recommended if you have little-ones close by, as nothing is off the table in this show. Prepare to hear us talking about experiences in Richmond Theatre to Arsenal Football Club. Live recordings on masturbation, rampant sex drives, self care routines and well-being at work! Tune in and learn: What are the positive effects of menopause. What to expect in yourself, your partner, or loved ones when Menopause arrives and when it can happen. 3 of the most interesting positive effects of Menopause and why it's really not all doom and gloom. One of the best places to invest in your marketing to bring in inbound inquiries How a personal revelation can turn into a trending business. The high and low's are all covered in Jo's amazing journey to become the co-founder of Positive Pause with her partner Ann Stephens. Fast forward to today, 1 in 10 companies are now focusing on creating the right tools and knowledge to create real change in the work place. Jo and Ann are curating the menu of options to help women of all levels in the workplace continue to be successful at work. For a serious dose of inspiration, on what it takes to turn small acorns in a great business, this is not one to miss. Finally, my ask to you. As menopause will happen to every woman in your life, please share this episode. It's so important to let the women in your life of any age know that it's not all doom and gloom and that there is support when they need it. Menopause resources and links from the show. Davina McCall: Sex, Myths and the Menopause The British Menopause Society Women's Health Concern The North American Menopause Society Positive Pause Menopause Movement Want to stay updated on what's next on the show? Follow Snippets of Genius on LinkedIn or sign up for THE BURST newsletter, to be the first to hear how you can cultivate the opportunities you never thought you could have! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disillusionment with war and how you sue for peace are at the heart of Shaw's drama Arms and the Man, being staged in Richmond this autumn. Whilst in Bath a touring production of Mrs Warren's Profession stars Caroline Quentin and her daughter Rose Quentin as the former prostitute and her disapproving daughter. Anne McElvoy is joined by director Paul Miller, Professor Sos Eltis who has edited Shaw's work and theatre critic and writer Mark Lawson to look at Shaw's ability to construct arguments on stage and the resonances of his plays now. Arms and the Man runs at the Orange Tree Theatre in London directed by Paul Miller from 19 November 2022 – 14 January 2023 Mrs Warren's Profession directed by Anthony Banks runs at the Bath Theatre Royal from 9th - 19th November starring Caroline Quentin and her daughter Rose Quentin as Mrs Warren and her daughter Vivie. It then tours to the Richmond Theatre from 22nd November to 26th November 2022 and goes on to visit theatres including the Chichester Festival Theatre, the Hall for Cornwall, the Yvonne Arnaud in Guilford. My Fair Lady - a production from the Lincoln Centre directed by Bartlett Sher - is at the Cardiff Millennium Centre from November 8th to 26th and it then tours to Edinburgh, Southampton, Sunderland, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester. Producer: Ruth Watts You can find other Free Thinking conversations about drama past and present including discussions about Moliere, Ibsen, the playwright Rona Munro, John McGrath's Scottish drama, in a collection called Prose, Poetry and Drama https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p047v6vh

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They used cabin lights along the length of the ship to spell out the message: ‘WE WILL BE BACK'.Today's maritime pageantry also served to highlight the rapid recovery of cruising in Australia.Eighteen ships from Carnival Australia's eight brands are set for a peak summer cruise season in 2022-23 making 667 turnarounds and port calls to 33 destinations across the country.The number of ship turnarounds and calls eclipses the 625 that were announced prior to the 2019-20 season, which was curtailed due to the onset of the covid pandemic.Carnival Australia's three cruise brands that base ships year round in Australia — P&O Cruises Australia, Princess Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line — are well advanced in their restoration of local operations.In addition, Cunard will base Queen Elizabeth in Australia for its longest ever local season of cruises, while two Holland America Line ships and a Seabourn ship will also spend significant periods in Australian waters.Destinations in all Australian states will benefit from cruise calls and turnarounds including:NSW — Sydney, Eden and Newcastle.QLD — Brisbane, Moreton Island, Airlie Beach and Cairns.VIC — Melbourne and Phillip IslandSA — Adelaide, Kangaroo Island and Port Lincoln.WA — Fremantle, Albany, Broome and the Kimberley region.TAS — Hobart, Burnie and Port Arthur.Godmother named for Carnival CelebrationCarnival Cruise Line today announced that actress Cassidy Gifford will serve as godmother to its newest ship, Carnival Celebration, at the ship's naming ceremony taking place November 20, 2022, in Miami.Actress Cassidy Gifford will serve as godmother to its newest ship, Carnival Celebration. She was surprised with the news by her mother Kathie Lee Gifford, who was Godmother to Carnival Celebration's namesake, M/S Celebration. In a video released today, she was surprised with the news by her mother Kathie Lee Gifford, who was Godmother to Carnival Celebration's namesake, M/S Celebration, christened in 1987. Her mother served as Carnival's spokesperson in the company's groundbreaking television campaigns going back to the 1980s, which were the first such network broadcasting advertisements for the cruise industry. Kathie Lee is also a four-time Emmy Award-winning television personality.Cassidy first started sailing on Carnival as an infant and has many childhood memories of vacationing on Carnival ships with her mother and her father, the late Frank Gifford, who was an NFL and sports broadcasting legend.“I was Carnival's spokesperson for nearly 20 years starting in 1984, a time when I got married and had my children. They joined me on many television shoots on Carnival ships, so we have so many great memories,” said Kathie Lee Gifford. “To be able to pass the torch to my daughter Cassidy as she is named Godmother of the new Carnival Celebration makes me so happy, I almost cried!”Cassidy has been acting from a young age and is best known for her work in the box office hits God's Not Dead and Warner Brothers' The Gallows. She has appeared in many other television and film roles, even winning the prize for Exceptional Emerging Artist at the 2018 Hollywood Film Festival. She currently lives with her husband in Nashville, Tennessee.Celebrating all things Carnival, Carnival Celebration will be the line's ultimate 50th Birthday gift when she debuts this November from the redesigned Terminal F at PortMiami. Carnival Celebration will be home to six themed zones and the line's second BOLT roller coaster.Cunard announces The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel UK touring production on Queen Mary 2Cunard, in conjunction with Simon Friend Entertainment, announces the performance of Deborah Moggach's The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel aboard flagship ocean liner Queen Mary 2 between 15 and 22 December 2022 (Voyage M240).Based on the bestselling novel that was turned into an award-winning film, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is a joyous, feel-good comedy about taking risks, finding love, and embracing second chances, even in the most surprising of places. Headlining the show are celebrated stars of stage and screen, Hayley Mills (Pollyanna, The Parent Trap, Whistle Down the Wind) who stars as Evelyn, Paul Nicholas (Jesus Christ Superstar, BBC 1's Just Good Friends, EastEnders) who plays Douglas and Rula Lenska (ITV's Rock Follies, Coronation Street, Channel 4's Celebrity Big Brother) who performs as Madge in this feel-good tale of love and adventure.The show, which is currently in production at London's Richmond Theatre, will conduct three matinee and evening performances in the ship's Royal Court Theatre during the seven-night Transatlantic Crossing. In addition, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a behind-the-scenes Q&A, as well as workshops and other appearances with the star-studded cast.MSC Seascape showcases new productions and immersive experiences. MSC Cruises has revealed details of the new entertainment offerings on board MSC Seascape, including six fantastical new productions specially designed for the Chora Theatre. When MSC Seascape begins sailing in November this year, the innovative new Seaside Class flagship will provide endless hours of exclusive onboard entertainment featuring next-level production and interactive elements.The exciting new ship ship features the popular Dueling Pianos concept featured on MSC Seashore, which launched in 2021, as well as an entirely new theatre offering unique to MSC Seascape, including:SIX NEW PRODUCTIONS AT THE CHORA THEATREThe stunning Chora Theatre will be home to high-concept productions, with an exciting programme of varied shows offered every evening of the cruise, including six brand-new shows that will delight all guests.IMAGINOCEAN – Guests will be awe-struck by this ocean-themed production complete with aerial and flying acts, aquatic animal puppetry, vocalists, and dancers outfitted in beautiful couture costumes inspired by the sea.DREAMSCAPE – This otherworldly show will transport guests from real life to fantasy with circus performers, dancers and singers, along with interactive videos that will allow the audience to truly immerse themselves in an imaginary world.IN CONCERT – A cast of outstanding vocalists and dancers will perform the rock classics that guests know and love, with flashing lights and concert-style scenery that will make the audience rock out to their favourite hits.PREMIERE – Taking guests through cinematic history, singers and dancers will perform a celebration of movie genres showcasing the songs from unforgettable films with costumes and backdrops to match.SHALL WE DANCE – This enthralling dance performance will highlight a variety of dance styles from Latin, to ballroom, to contemporary, with technical artistry that will wow guests and leave them signing up for the next dance class on board.LOVE BLOOMS – Featuring larger-than-life costumes and a blooming garden that comes to life, this show brings nature on board with vocalists, dancers, and circus artists.BRAND NEW CONCEPT AT LE CABARET ROUGEInspired by French cabaret lounges of the 1920s, the Le Cabaret Rouge aft lounge will provide an elevated atmosphere for guests to enjoy unforgettable nights they will be talking about for the entirety of their sailing. Guests will be invited to step into the hottest new entertainment spot at sea, where they'll discover an exhilarating environment. With live performances, a band, singers, dancers, aerialists, contortionists, and many more specialty acts Le Cabaret Rouge brings the Roaring 20's back to life.MSC Voyager Club Cards Extended until Dec 2023 MSC Cruises is excited to advise they are extending Voyagers Club card benefits until 31 December, 2023 for cards expiring between October 2022 and April 2023.Voyagers Club members will have the unique opportunity to keep their current membership level and continue to receive all benefits. This is a great moment to book your next cruise and choose the destination you've been dreaming about.Book any cruise sailing between 1 November, 2022 and 28 February, 2023 before 30 November, 2022 and Voyagers Club members will receive 700 extra points credited before their departure. This is on top of the 5% membership discount to assist guests in upgrading their membership level faster. Silversea Reveals Enriching Line-Up of Experts for the Inaugural Sailing of Silver EndeavourSilversea Cruises, the leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line, has named its line-up of experts for the inaugural voyage of new ship Silver Endeavour℠, the world's most luxurious expedition ship. Departing round-trip from King George Island on November 21, 2022, Silver Endeavour will host qualified historians, marine biologists, anthropologists, naturalists, filmmakers, and more on her maiden voyage, enriching guests' experiences with informative lectures, workshops, and excursions as they journey deep into the White Continent. In celebration of the milestone occasion, Conrad Combrink—Silversea's SVP Expedition, Destination and Itinerary Management—will accompany travellers on the seven-day fly-cruise sailing.THE WHITE CONTINENT VIA ANTARCTICA BRIDGEFor the inaugural voyage of Silver Endeavour, Silversea's guests will fly directly to Antarctica in European business-class comfort through Antarctica Bridge, the cruise line's fly-cruise offering, embarking the ship on King George Island on November 21, 2022. Some of the destinations that guests might experience include the Antarctic Sound, where travellers may be greeted by towering ice formations as they approach the northernmost point of the Antarctic Peninsula. They will have the opportunity to explore the landscape, with hiking excursions, Zodiac tours, and kayaking, hosted by the expedition team. Days will be spent exploring the Antarctic Peninsula, with sightings of vast penguin colonies and other wildlife species, including whales, various other bird species, and seals. Following in the footsteps of famous explorers, Silversea plans to call in the South Shetland Islands, before returning to King George Island where guests will board a flight back to Punta Arenas.AN INDUSTRY-LEADING TEAMCaptain Niklas Peterstam, who has served aboard Silver Endeavour since September 2021, will welcome guests as the ship's Master for her inaugural season—together with his Senior Officers and an experienced crew. Strengthening Silversea's destination leadership, the cruise line's industry-leading expedition team will enrich the voyage with topical workshops, lectures, and guided tours. Led by Expedition Leader Marieke Egan, the team will embark the ship ahead of her maiden sailing and will remain on board for the duration of her inaugural Antarctica season. As well as benefiting from the presence of Silversea executive Conrad Combrink, guests travelling aboard Silver Endeavour's inaugural sailing will also enjoy lectures on Ernest Shackleton and the HMS Endeavour from Nicholas Crane, the former President of the Royal Geographical Society.Viking takes delivery of second expedition ship Viking announced it has taken delivery of the Viking Polaris, the company's second purpose-built expedition ship. The delivery ceremony took place this morning at Fincantieri's VARD shipyard in Søviknes, Norway, where Viking's first expedition ship, the Viking Octantis, was delivered in December 2021. The Viking Polaris immediately set sail toward Amsterdam, where she will be named on September 30 by her ceremonial godmother, Ann Bancroft, one of the world's preeminent polar explorers. Currently sailing in the Great Lakes, the Viking Octantis will also be named on September 30 by her ceremonial godmother, Liv Arnesen, the world-renowned Norwegian explorer, lecturer, author and educator. From Amsterdam, the Viking Polaris will make her way to South America, and both ships will spend the Austral summer in Antarctica, before travelling north to the Great Lakes for a series of voyages during spring and summer.Viking Expedition ShipsThe new Polar Class Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris host 378 guests in 189 staterooms. The vessels are purpose-built for expeditions, at an ideal size for safety and comfort in remote destinations. With more indoor and outdoor viewing areas than other expedition vessels, guests are as close as possible to the most magnificent scenery on earth. Highlights include:The Aula: A stunning panoramic auditorium inspired by the University of Oslo's famed ceremonial hall, the former venue for the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Used for lectures, daily briefings, documentaries and films, this spectacular venue features a 4k laser-projected screen that retracts to expose floor-to-ceiling windows and 270° views.Finse Terrace: An outdoor lounge area just above sea level with recessed seating and lava rock “firepits,” the Finse Terrace was designed to allow guests the comforts of the ship al fresco while enjoying the dramatic scenery. Named after the Finse Plateau in Norway, where some of the greatest polar explorers, including Nansen and Amundsen, did their expedition training in preparation for their North and South Pole expeditions.The Hangar: A state-of-the-art, industry-first in-ship marina providing ease of embarkation and disembarkation of Special Operations Boats and other equipment while sheltered from the elements.The Bow: An important forward-viewing platform. And in the case of inclement weather, The Shelter is a comfortable, partially enclosed space for guests to warm up with a hot drink before going back out into the elements.The Science Lab: Developed in partnership with the University of Cambridge and Akvaplan-Niva, The Science Lab, at 380 sq. ft., is designed to support a broad range of research activities and is equipped with wet and dry laboratory facilities. Guests have supervised access to The Science Lab to learn from and participate in undertaking meaningful research with scientists.Expedition Central: The hub for the expedition team to consult with guests on their expedition activities and share knowledge about the destinations on a one-on-one basis, with the aid of 3D printed maps, digital screens, and a state-of-the-art spatial data visualization chart table.Dining Choices: The Restaurant offers fine dining featuring regional cuisine and always-available classics; the casual World Café offers an open kitchen, bakery, grill and premium seafood and sushi choices, as well as a wide range of international flavors; Mamsen's, named for the Hagen family matriarch, serves Scandinavian-inspired fare; and Manfredi's offers the best of Italian cuisine.The Nordic Spa: Following a day of exploration, The Nordic Spa offers guests opportunities to experience the ultimate healthy Nordic traditions, with an indoor heated pool set against expansive windows and a badestamp (wood-sided hot tub) that is open to the outside.Explorers' Lounge: Located high on the ship with floor-to-ceiling windows, the Explorers' Lounge provides guests an ideal space to take in the magnificent scenery, share discoveries with fellow travellers or to enjoy a drink.The Living Room: On the Viking Octantis and the Viking Polaris, The Living Room is located to maximize views of the surroundings through floor-to-ceiling windows and a library that informs even the best-read explorers. The Library is curated by acclaimed London bookshop Heywood Hill, as on all Viking vessels, as well as Cambridge University's Scott Polar Research Institute.Nordic Balcony: A first for polar expedition vessels, all staterooms on board Viking's expedition ships feature a Nordic Balcony, a sunroom that converts into an al fresco viewing platform with an observation shelf at elbow level to stabilize binoculars or a camera. Guests can choose from six stateroom categories that range from 222 sq. ft. to 1,223 sq. ft.—all with a Nordic Balcony, as well as a king-size bed and large bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor and anti-fog mirror. Every stateroom is also equipped with a unique floor-to-ceiling drying closet that circulates warm air to dry and store clothing and expedition gear.A-ROSA River Cruises gets smart with new smartphone appA-ROSA River Cruises has launched the ‘A-ROSA APP', a new smartphone app which has been designed to provide guests with one, easy to use place to find a wealth of information on their cruise, both prior to departure and once on board. Currently the app is available for all guests sailing on A-ROSA SENA, ahead of a fleet wide roll out for the 2023 season.The new app will hold all the relevant information from the ship's onboard programme such as restaurant and bar opening times, details of the evening buffet menu which is updated daily and times that the spa and sauna is open. Guests can book excursions in the ‘My Trip' section, view the cruise itinerary and find other facts about the ship and life on board.An integrated bar menu is also a feature of the new app, enabling drinks to be ordered digitally. All tables in the SENA BAR, CAPTAIN'S VIEW and THE A-ROSA MARKET have QR codes that guests can scan using their own smartphone. 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Deborah Moggach joins Nikki Bedi and Richard Coles. The novelist and screenwriter talks about relationships, why it's never too late to have adventures and the forthcoming play based on her novel These Foolish Things. The first adaptation resulted in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel film. Listener Nick Bunker was listening to Saturday Live a few weeks ago when the writer Lesley Pearse told us how she'd been reunited with the son she'd given up for adoption. He was moved to write to us – as he was adopted as a baby in 1963. Fast forward 54 years later, he received an email and discovered he had a whole family in Australia where they'd emigrated as Ten Pound Poms! From a working class upbringing in post-war Sheffield to creating some of the most famous songs and bands of all time – The Human League and Heaven 17 – Martyn Ware has been at the forefront of music for decades. Jules Buckley shares his Inheritance Tracks: Sweet Soul Music by Arthur Conley and Music for 18 Musicians by Steve Reich. Samantha Renke is an actress, broadcaster and disability campaigner. She was born with brittle bone condition and uses her own experiences to advise and empower people, to overcome difficulties in their own lives. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel opens at Richmond Theatre on Monday 5th September 2022, and is then touring until Sat 3 June, ending in Festival Theatre, Edinburgh. Electronically Yours: Vol 1 by Martyn Ware is out now. You Are the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread by Samantha Renke is out now. Producer: Claire Bartleet

Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to the theatre director who is taking the world by storm, Guy Unsworth. With a variety of productions under his belt, Guy's latest offering is a self-penned adaptation of the classic sitcom ‘Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em'. We talk everything from leading man (and comedy royalty) Joe Pasquale's task of taking on the iconic role of Frank Spencer, to those daring and hilarious stunts that made Michael Crawford (and roller skates) a household name. Tickets are still available for ‘Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em' which is touring the UK in some of our most loved theatres. What are you waiting for? Grab your berets and your overcoats and come and see this brilliant, slapstick magic for yourself. Links below… https://somemothersdoaveem.com/ Appear on the show and leave us a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/TwiceNightlyThePodcast Get in touch - twicenightlythepodcast@gmail.com IG - twicenightlytheatrepodcast Twitter - @twicenightlypod Facebook - Twice Nightly: The Podcast Brought to you by Frame This Presents... Key words: Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, Frank Spencer, Michael Crawford, Joe Pasquale, Susie Blake, Spamalot, Monty Python, Mr Bean, Man vs Bee, Rowan Atkinson, Comedy, Science, Slapstick, Theatre, Director, West End, Tour, Richmond Theatre, Sitcom

Episode Notes This week in 1811... The day after Christmas began with merriment. The Richmond Theatre scheduled two full-length plays to delight the city's residents. But the theatre was a disaster waiting to happen.

ft. Grace Mouat Kayleigh McKnight Soho Cinders Kooman & Dimond Once Cats. Show White and the Seven Dwarfs. Richmond Theatre. Teenage Dick. The Donmar Warehouse. Tom Brown’s School Days The Union Theatre Kooman & Dimond The Crowd Goes Mild. The Other Palace. The Delights of Dogs and the Problems of People and Lullabies for the Lost The Old Red Lion Theatre Once. Fairfield Halls. Soho Cinders. Charing Cross Theatre. ‬ Let’s Hear It For the Girls Live at Zedel

#248 Lock Keepers - Richard had so much fun at the Richmond Theatre that he’s come back again. Sure he’s wearing the same clothes, but a week has gone by and that’s plenty of time to do laundry and dry-cleaning. His guest this week is first series of RHLSTP hero Nick Frost. They chat about Nick’s amazing, if rather sad autobiography https://www.amazon.co.uk/Truths-Half-Little-White-Lies/dp/1473620880/, how his mother took on the boys who bullied Nick (and their mum), a night out with Quentin Tarantino, comeuppance for terrible aeroplane passengers, ghosts, acceptable positioning in a Human Centipede, sharing a single bed with Simon Pegg, punching walls, why Captain Pugwash the movie is unlikely to be made and making a tree famous. It’s a more serious chat than last time, with a remarkable and thoughtful guest who has been through more tragedy than you might have imagined.SUPPORT THE SHOW!Become a badger and see extra content at our WEBSITESee details of the RHLSTP TOUR DATESBuy DVDs and Books from GO FASTER STRIPE See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#247 A Spice Girl Broke My Toilet Seat - Rich has had his lactose tolerant choices mocked at the supermarket again, but he will rise above it as he comes to posh old Richmond Theatre to talk to Sam Wills aka Tape Face.They discuss the bizarre world where a child stalked a clown, how to clip through a tennis racquet, the accidental discovery of the character and who thought it up, the gamble of going on a talent show and how it might have just paid off, living and working in Las Vegas, taking props through airport security and the controversy over the cloning of Tape Face. Plus the best kind of tape to use and instructions on how to apply it to your mouth. Richard realised his Boss Cat error after this recording, but to be fair the audience were given the chance to correct him and failed him, so it’s their fault.SUPPORT THE SHOW!Become a badger and see extra content at our WEBSITESee details of the RHLSTP TOUR DATESBuy DVDs and Books from GO FASTER STRIPE See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

James Pearce speaks with Simon Fielder, the producer behind the current 21 date Buddy Holly and the Cricketeers Tour, which is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the original artist's only UK tour. The show visits Richmond Theatre on Sunday March 11th and GLive in Guildford on Monday March 12th.

Comedian Milton Jones; musician Sam Sweeney; opera impresario Michael Volpe and curator Catherine Howell join Aasmah Mir and Kate Silverton. Milton Jones is a stand-up comedian, known by many as the king of the one-liners. A regular panellist on BBC Two's Mock the Week, he has a penchant for wild hair and colourful shirts and a gentle, self-deprecating wit. Later this year he embarks on a new tour, Milton Jones is Out There, taking a philosophical look at his life so far with what he calls his 'manifesto of nonsense'. Milton Jones is Out There 2017 tour begins in September at the Richmond Theatre. Michael Volpe is the general director and co-founder of Opera Holland Park. Brought up by a single mother on a London council estate, he attended the progressive Woolverstone Hall School in Suffolk which took inner city London boys, often from broken families, and gave them the opportunity to explore art and culture at an early age. Passionate about making opera accessible to everyone, Michael has directed a short film, From Footy to Verdi, in which he introduces his three sceptical friends and fellow Chelsea supporters to the joys of opera. Opera Holland Park's new season opens on June 1st. Six years ago Sam Sweeney, fiddle player with Bellowhead, bought a violin in Oxford. It had all the appearance of a new instrument but the label inside gave the date 1915 and the name Richard S Howard. Sam discovered the violin had been made - but never finished - by a luthier and some-time music hall performer from Leeds called Richard Spencer Howard who died in battle during the First World War. The violin languished unfinished for many years until it was completed in 2007 and placed in the window of an Oxford music shop where it was spotted by Sam. Sam tells the extraordinary story of his fiddle in his show Made in the Great War which tours in June. Catherine Howell is collections manager at the V & A Museum of Childhood. She curated the exhibition, Game Plan: Board Games Rediscovered which traces the history and enduring appeal of board games. From the Senet board of Ancient Egypt to the mobile phone app, Words with Friends, game playing has remained a constant and important part of people's lives, a friendly way to compete and a necessary escape from reality. Game Plan: Board Games Rediscovered is at the V & A Museum of Childhood until April 23rd. Producer: Paula McGinley Editor: Anne Peacock.

Percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie; comedian Milton Jones; writer and filmmaker Xiaolu Guo and novelist Arno Geiger meet Libby Purves. Evelyn Glennie is an award-winning percussionist. She played the first percussion concerto in the history of The Proms at the Albert Hall in 1992, which paved the way for orchestras around the world to feature percussion concerti. She also played a leading role role in the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Profoundly deaf since childhood, she set out to use her body as a resonating chamber, 'hearing' partly through her bare feet on the floor. As part of the Celtic Connections Festival she is playing a new piece marking the 70th anniversary of the partition of India alongside fellow percussionist Trilok Gurtu. The Rhythm in Me premieres at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Xiaolu Guo is a Chinese born writer and film-maker. In her memoir, Once Upon a Time in the East, she recounts her tumultuous life from meeting her parents for the first time at six and living in grinding poverty with her illiterate grandparents in a fishing village on the East China Sea. Her story takes her from a run-down shack to film school in a rapidly changing Beijing, navigating the complexities of modern China - censorship, underground art and Western boyfriends. Once Upon a Time in the East: A story of Growing Up is published by Chatto & Windus. Arno Geiger is an Austrian novelist. In The Old King in his Exile he tells the story of his late father August's struggle with Alzheimer's disease. The book is a deeply moving account of his father's illness but also stresses how it brought the two closer together. A remote figure, August didn't talk to his family much about his past - a frugal childhood and wartime experiences as a child soldier - but as his dementia took hold his son discovered more about the man and his character. The Old King in his Exile is published by And Other Stories. Milton Jones is a stand-up comedian, known by many as the king of the one-liners. He's a regular panellist on BBC Two's Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo and , Thanks a Lot Milton Jones! on Radio 4. Later this year he embarks on a new tour, Milton Jones is Out There, taking a philosophical look at his life so far with his 'manifesto of nonsense'. Milton Jones is Out There 2017 tour begins in September at the Richmond Theatre. Producer: Paula McGinley.

On January 18 at 5:30 p.m., Walter S. Griggs, Jr. delivered a Banner Lecture entitled “Historic Disasters of Richmond.” Richmond has had its share of man-made and natural calamities throughout its illustrious history. In 1811, fire destroyed the Richmond Theatre on Broad Street, tragically claiming seventy-two lives in one of the worst urban disasters in American history. As Union forces approached Richmond in the final months of the Civil War, Confederate troops ignited the city in flames, leaving scars still visible today. The international Spanish flu epidemic did not spare the city in the early twentieth century. The worst airplane crash in Virginia history occurred near Byrd Airport in 1961. Local author Walter S. Griggs, Jr., tells these stories and more as he traces the harrowing history of Richmond’s most famous disasters. Dr. Walter Griggs Jr. is an emeritus professor at Virginia Commonwealth University. He has written numerous books on a variety of historical subjects, including The Collapse of Richmond’s Church Hill Tunnel; The Hidden History of Richmond; World War II in Richmond, Virginia; and Historic Disasters of Richmond.

Michael Morpurgo joins Aasmah Mir and the Reverend Richard Coles. He describes how stories from his mother, and a decorated soldier from WWI, have inspired his latest novel; the importance of daydreaming and his reimagining of the Nativity. Helen Sharman became the first Briton in space in 1991. She recalls how that experience affected the rest of her life as we countdown the days to Tim Peake's launch. Tony talks about his experience of being homeless for nine months, before being helped by The Connection at St. Martins. We have tracked down last week's mystery muralist: Ron Brocklehurst tells us about his painting in listener Philip Farmer's house. The photographer Derek Ridgers on documenting British youth tribes - from punks to skinheads and new romantics. JP Devlin chats on the sofa with Steph and Dom from Gogglebox. And Hayley Mills shares her Inheritance Tracks. Blue Skies by Willie Nelson, and the theme from the soundtrack to the film Whistle Down the Wind. Horizon: Tim Peake Special: How to Be an Astronaut BBC Two, 8.00pm (Scotland, 10.00pm) on Sunday 13 December. Tuesday 15 December - Blast Off Live: a Stargazing Special, BBC One, from 10.30am-11.15am and Stargazing Live: Brit in Space, BBC Two, from 7.00pm with Brian Cox and Dara O'Briain talking to him live from the ISS. An Eagle in the Snow, by Michael Morpurgo, is published by Harper Collins Children's Books. The Dark Carnival - Portraits from the Endless Night by Derek Ridgers is published by Carpet Bombing Culture. Steph and Dom's Guide to Life, published by Coronet Books, is out now. Gogglebox is on Channel 4 on Fridays at 9pm. Hayley Mills is appearing as the Fairy Godmother in Cinderella at Richmond Theatre. Producer: Louise Corley Editor: Karen Dalziel.

Hear what Nigel Havers has to say about his latest play, Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest'. The Wyvern's Laura James caught up with him on opening night at Richmond Theatre.

Libby Purves goes to the panto in a special programme recorded in the BBC Radio Theatre. She is joined by actor Clive Rowe; comedian Jo Brand; actor and writer Henry Winkler and wig designer Richard Mawbey. Clive Rowe is an actor who has played the pantomime dame at the Hackney Empire on many occasions. In 2010 he appeared as Dame Daisy in Jack and the Beanstalk. In 1997 he won an Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for Guys and Dolls. He is playing King Darius in The Light Princess at The National Theatre. Jo Brand is a BAFTA-winning comedian, actor and writer. She is appearing in her first pantomime as the Genie of the Ring in Aladdin. A former psychiatric nurse, she made her name as a stand-up comic and is a regular panel member on QI and occasional presenter of Have I Got News for You. Aladdin is at New Wimbledon Theatre. Henry Winkler OBE is an American actor, director and children's author, best known for playing The Fonz in the television series Happy Days. He is currently reprising his role as Captain Hook in Peter Pan at Richmond Theatre. His Hank Zipzer stories focus on a 10-year-old boy with dyslexia and are based on his own experiences. Peter Pan is at Richmond Theatre. Richard Mawbey is a wig designer who produces a wide range of work for pantomime, theatre, television and film. His commissions range from Lily Savage as Widow Twankey to the cast of From Here to Eternity. He spent 10 years on the road with the legendary Danny La Rue as his hairdresser and wig designer. Richard has just produced 35 wigs for a production of White Christmas at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre. Producer: Paula McGinley.

Nick and Yves provide a short disucssion on Hamlet The Musical, playing at the Richmod Theatre.

Hear Simon Callow, Bonnie Langford, Tony Rudd and many many others discussing their roles in, and thoughts of, the pantomime version of Peter Pan at the beautiful Richmond Theatre in West London.

EARLIER in January, Thos made a visit to the Richmond Theatre to check out their pantomime, Cinderella. He talks to the cast about the creation of the pantomime experience.