Casting legend Susie Figgis dies aged 77
Respected casting director Susie Figgis, who discovered the young stars of Harry Potter and cast Ben Kingsley as Gandhi, has died of cancer aged 77. Explore her remarkable career.
Respected casting director Susie Figgis, who discovered the young stars of Harry Potter and cast Ben Kingsley as Gandhi, has died of cancer aged 77. Explore her remarkable career.
Discover Guardian Australia's critics' picks for the best live stage shows of 2025, featuring blockbuster musicals, daring opera, and groundbreaking theatre across the country.
BBC Radio 4's The Archers is hitting the road for its 75th anniversary. A live theatrical experience, hosted by Angela Barnes, will tour 29 UK venues from June to November 2026.
UK theatregoers share their 2025 highlights, from a groundbreaking 'Inside No. 9' stage show to a transcendent 'King Lear' and a thrilling 'Evita'. Discover the must-see productions.
Alexander Wishart, former Harrods Bank director, has died aged 81. He and his wife founded Kelly's Trust, helping hundreds of families with sick children in Kent. Read his inspiring story.
Shaheen Baig, the Emmy-winning casting director behind 'Adolescence', reveals the exhaustive six-month search that unearthed star Owen Cooper from 600 auditions. Discover her process.
Explore Tristram Kenton's stunning photographic review of 2025's top theatre and dance productions. See the powerful images that defined the year on stage.
Donald Trump has turned major sporting events into a personal political stage. With the 2026 World Cup and a White House UFC fight ahead, his fusion of sport and power is set to intensify. Explore the strategy and its historical echoes.
Dan Bongino steps down as FBI deputy director after a brief stint. Trump hints at a return to his lucrative conservative media career. Explore the revolving door between right-wing media and government.
Acclaimed director Paul King of 'Paddington' fame is set to helm a live-action 'Labubu' film. The movie, based on the global toy phenomenon, is slated for a 2027 release. Discover the details here.
Get the essential stage times and details for Madness's Hit Parade Tour at London's O2 Arena this Saturday, December 20. Find out when doors open and the show ends.
Kristin Cabot, the HR director at the centre of the viral Coldplay kiss cam video, breaks her silence. She reveals the 16-second clip led to her resignation, a torrent of abuse, and a shattered reputation.
Dan Bongino, the controversial FBI deputy director and former podcast host, will step down next month. President Trump praised his work, while his tenure was marked by disputes over Epstein files and past conspiracy theories.
Perry Farrell issues a second apology for his 2024 on-stage altercation with Dave Navarro, which led to the band's split and a $10 million lawsuit. The band confirms they have resolved their differences but will not reunite.
As pantomime season hits full swing, UK actors reveal the explosive, painful and hilarious reality behind the magic – from pyrotechnic accidents to mid-air breakdowns.
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino confirms his resignation for January, as President Trump suggests he wants to return to his show. Get the latest on US political developments.
President Donald Trump appears to confirm FBI deputy director Dan Bongino plans to leave his role, stating he 'wants to go back to his show'. Get the latest on this developing US political story.
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, appeared in court charged with the first-degree murder of his parents. The 32-year-old is held without bail. Read the latest details.
Hollywood in shock as Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead. Son Nick charged with double murder. Details on arrest, tributes, and political fallout.
Tributes pour in for iconic casting director Susie Figgis, whose work on films from Harry Potter to The Crying Game shaped British cinema. Discover her incredible legacy.
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
The Paranormal Activity stage play at London's Ambassadors Theatre delivers masterful horror, leaving audiences terrified and awestruck. Read our full review.
The West End stage adaptation of 'Paranormal Activity' at the Ambassadors Theatre is a masterclass in horror, directed by Felix Barrett of Punchdrunk. ★★★★ review.
Hollywood mourns the loss of legendary director Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele, found dead in an apparent homicide. We look back at his iconic career.
Rob Reiner, acclaimed director of When Harry Met Sally and The Princess Bride, has died aged 78 in an apparent double homicide. Explore his legendary career and activism.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces backlash for touting a suspect's detention in the Brown University shooting before the person was released. Critics question his leadership.
Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer found dead in their Brentwood home. Their son, Nick Reiner, 32, is arrested and held on $4m bail. Police investigate an apparent homicide.
Monty Python star Eric Idle shares details of his last call with director Rob Reiner, discussing Stonehenge and future plans, before Reiner and his wife were found stabbed. Read the tributes.
Read our review of the dazzling new production of 'Singin' in the Rain' at Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre, where classic Hollywood meets innovative stagecraft. Book your tickets now!
FBI Director Kash Patel faces scrutiny over alleged misuse of security detail for girlfriend's friend. The bureau denies the claims as '1,000% false'. Read the full investigation.