‘He asked me what I’d done sexually with a woman’: how Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor turned her asylum grilling into a film

The Soho Theatre in London hosted the debut play 'Private View' by Jess Edwards, featuring Patricia Allison and Stefanie Martini. The play explores themes of queer entanglement through a narrative that escalates from a chance encounter to an abusive relationship, reflecting on the complexities of codependence and coercion. Despite its ambition to illustrate entanglement theory, the play has been critiqued for its lack of romance and emotional depth.

The Emerald Storm, co-created by Adam Garcia, showcases a vibrant blend of Irish dance and tap at the Emerald Theatre in London. The performance features notable talents like Tom Ball and Bayley Graham, inviting audience participation through filming and a lively atmosphere reminiscent of a bar setting. The show is characterized by its energetic numbers, including viral songs, creating a dynamic entertainment experience.

Black Bear Pictures has released the first official trailer for the action thriller 'Shelter,' directed by Ric Roman Waugh and starring Jason Statham. The film follows an assassin who, while hiding from his past on a remote Scottish island, rescues a girl from the sea, leading to a series of dangerous events that force him to confront his turbulent history while protecting her. This film is set to be another exciting entry in Statham's filmography, following his recent works 'A Working Man' and 'The Beekeeper.'

A review of the play 'Ms Holmes and Ms Watson – Apt 2B' at the Arcola Theatre in London highlights its attempt to rework Arthur Conan Doyle's detective stories with a gender-swapped twist. The narrative follows Joan Watson, played by Simona Brown, who partners with Sherlock Holmes, portrayed by Lucy Farrett, in solving cases in a post-pandemic setting. Despite some promising elements, the production struggles with its comedic execution and overall purpose.

Actress Sonoya Mizuno is set to make her directorial debut with a project titled Stages, which is backed by Film4 and A24. The project is inspired by Mizuno's own dance background, having trained at the Royal Ballet School in London and danced in various ballet companies.

Niv Sultan, known for her role in 'Tehran,' stars as a young police investigator in the new crime thriller 'Murder at the Dead Sea,' produced by Yoav Gross Productions. The seven-part series is set to be showcased to buyers by Keshet International at the London TV market.

The Philharmonia Orchestra's recent performance at the Royal Festival Hall in London featured the UK premiere of Fazil Say's piano concerto, Mother Earth, alongside works by Sibelius and Dvorak. The concert highlighted themes of nature and showcased the orchestra's versatility under the direction of conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali.

Harry Lighton's debut feature film 'Pillion' won four awards at the British Independent Film Awards, including Best British Independent Film, during a ceremony held in London. The film, which explores the relationship between a charismatic biker and a timid young man, was presented the award by actress Celia Imrie.