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Half Man: A Harrowing Exploration of Male Rage and Relentless Despair on TV

Richard Gadd’s Half Man is a relentlessly bleak drama exploring male rage and despair, offering intense performances but an unyielding, punishing tone that challenges viewers throughout its duration.

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A shirtless man with tattoos puts his arm on the shoulder of a shorter man wearing a suit as they look at each other

Celyn Jones Champions Film-Making on Ynys Môn with MadFabulous

Celyn Jones, born in Caergybi, has made a name in film as actor, director, and writer. Returning to Ynys Môn, he directed MadFabulous about Henry Cyril Paget, championing Welsh film-making and inspiring others to work locally.

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Rosamund Pike Addresses Audience Member Texting During West End Play

Rosamund Pike addressed an audience member texting during a key scene in the West End play Inter Alia, highlighting the impact on actors and theatre etiquette. The incident sparked reactions from the audience and fellow actors, emphasizing shared responsibility in preserving the theatre experience.

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Getty Images Rosamund Pike bows at the curtain call during the press night performance of Inter Alia at Wyndham's Theatre on April 7, 2026 in London

Brexit Barriers Block UK Actors from EU Jobs, Harming Creative Industries

Post-Brexit barriers, including visa limits and paperwork, severely restrict UK actors from EU jobs, impacting creative exports and disadvantaging young, working-class performers.

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A scene from Much Ado About Nothing during a matinee performance at the National Theatre

Robin Evans, Musician and TV Producer, Dies at 72

Robin Evans, musician from Mynediad am Ddim and TV producer, has died aged 72. He was the first producer of Rownd a Rownd and remained active in music for 50 years.

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Land by Maggie O’Farrell: An Ambitious Tale of Irish Mapmaking and Myth

Maggie O’Farrell’s novel Land explores Irish mapmaking post-famine, blending family saga with Celtic myth and traditional storytelling.

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Maggie O'Farrell sits on a rocky outcrop in a forest wearing a colourful painted coat

Port Talbot Author Jon Doyle Joins Ranks of Sally Rooney and Douglas Stuart

Jon Doyle's debut novel, Communion, set in Port Talbot, gains recognition alongside authors like Sally Rooney. The book explores the town's steel industry challenges and community spirit, reflecting Doyle's deep roots and pride in his hometown.

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BBC A clean-cut man in his thirties is looking straight at the camera and smiling. We can just see a dark sweater and a black shirt. He's in front of a wall painted a colourful mix of lights pinks and blues

Marilyn Monroe Exhibition Reveals Intimate Insights into Her Stardom

The Marilyn Monroe exhibition at LA’s Academy Museum reveals intimate belongings and explores her complex relationship with fame, featuring rare costumes, personal letters, and multimedia recordings.

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Marilyn Monroe in a white halter dress smiles as the skirt billows upward over a subway grate

Eisteddfod y Garreg Las Announces More Headline Artists for 2026

Eisteddfod y Garreg Las announces over 100 performers including Super Furry Animals, Elis James, and Candelas for its 2026 festival from 1-8 August.

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Emma Thompson Wins Hay Festival Medal for Drama, Shares Literary Inspirations

Emma Thompson received the Hay Festival Medal for Drama, discussing her literary influences, childhood, feminism, and the impact of Victorian women writers during the Hay Festival event.

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Getty Images Emma Thompson sat on stage on the Kelly Clarkson show. She is smiling whilst wearing a white t-shirt and silver blazer.

Backrooms: Exploring Horror Through Sinister, Liminal Architecture

Backrooms explores horror through eerie liminal spaces like dead malls and offices, blending architecture with unsettling mystery in a new thriller by Kane Parsons.

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man walking down empty yellow-toned hallway

Prestige Drama by Séamas O’Reilly: A Sharp Comedy on Derry and Its Past

Séamas O’Reilly’s debut novel follows a film crew in Derry making a TV series about the Troubles, exploring how history shapes identity and storytelling with sharp wit and vivid characters.

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