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A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic review: a joyful, bravura piece of stagecraft

4/5 This show tugs shamelessly but unsentimentally on the heartstrings, and its message is just as potent as ever

Evening Standard

The Yellow Bittern's Hugh Corcoran would do well to remember the world doesn't owe him a living

Through a bizarre and performative act of public self-pity, Hugh Corcoran’s tone-deaf appeal has infuriated Mike Daw

Evening Standard

Ebenezer Place: World’s Shortest Street In Scotland’s Wick‌ ‌

At just 6 feet long, this street holds one address and a unique history dating back to 1883.‌

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Nuclear War: A Scenario Is a Disaster Porn Thriller

Author Annie Jacobsen envisions a swift end of the world after nuclear conflict erupts.

Reason

Madame Web Easter eggs: The Marvel nods and Spider-Man references you might have missed

Madame Web is packed with Spidey nods

Total Film

Best Charles Dickens books to get into one of Britain's greatest novelists

Novels for the best of times, and the worst of times

Evening Standard

The best Christmas movies on Disney Plus in 2023: 9 top flicks for the festive season

‘Tis the season to get cozy and work your way through all the best Christmas movies on Disney Plus, be it festive classics or holiday specials of iconic franchises.

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The 10 best Christmas movies on Disney Plus to stream this holiday season

These are the best Christmas movies on Disney Plus right now

Total Film

From Redemption to Compassion: Exploring the underlying themes of Charles Dickens' Christmas Carol

Charles Dickens' book ‘A Christmas Carol’ will forever remain a timeless classic. It has themes ranging from redemption to compassion and beautifully narrates the power of empathy over people. Published during the Victorian era, Dickens crafted a tale that not only captured the social injustices that were prevalent during that…

The Times of India

The Guardian view on A Christmas Carol: a tale of redemption for an irredeemable age

Editorial: Charles Dickens’ fable created an imagery of urban poverty that haunts us today, but don’t think Scrooge’s about-turn is a recipe for social justice

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Dutch town shakes off political strife with ‘world’s largest Dickens festival’

Festival a ‘flight from reality’ for expected 125,000 visitors to enjoy street theatre and Victorian treats

The Guardian - UK

A Christmas Carol: 8 Facts You Might Not Know About Charles Dickens’ Story And Its Many Adaptations

Here are some stories behind A Christmas Carol, both the novella and its various adaptations.

Cinemablend

The best Christmas shows to book: from Dickens and Elf to Gwyneth Paltrow on the slopes (yes, really)

Fancy a festive night out at the theatre? Of course you do

Evening Standard

The Best Animated Christmas Movies And How To Watch them

There are some great animated Christmas movies out there that you can watch right now. Here's how.

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Area stages serving up plenty of holiday cheer — and more — this season

‘Christmas Carol,’ ‘Cinderella,’ ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ just some of the theater productions to enjoy in the months ahead.

Evening Standard

Christopher Eccleston says eating disorder was ‘imprisoning’ but he is happy now

The former Doctor Who star said he was in recovery until spring this year

The Guardian - UK

Christopher Eccleston on class, capitalism, fame and shame: ‘My eating disorder was imprisoning’

One of Britain’s best actors is back on stage as Scrooge. He reflects on his Salford childhood, his rebirth after a breakdown – and why we need to get the Tories out

The Independent UK

James May and James O’Brien mock ‘Britain’s strictest headteacher’ over complaint about M&S Christmas advert

Katharine Birbalsingh accuses retailer of putting ‘two fingers up’ to traditional Christmas values with its campaign starring Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Hannah Waddingham and ‘Queer Eye’ presenter Tan France

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James May and James O’Brien mock ‘Britain’s strictest headteacher’ over complaint about M&S Christmas advert

The Independent UK

James May leads mockery of ‘Britain’s strictest headteacher’ over complaint about M&S Christmas advert

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The Story Behind Steve Martin And Martin Short’s SNL Christmas Story Sketch (AKA That Time Mikey Day Could Only Get His Head ‘Kicked Off’ Once)

Steve Martin and Martin Story talked their insane SNL Christmas Carol Sketch, and why Mikey Day could only have his head kicked off just once.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow to host Disney's the Muppet Christmas Carol with live orchestra this winter

The UK-wide tour will kick off in Glasgow with a special show at the SEC Armadillo just ahead of Christmas with the music score performed live alongside the film.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh to get Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol event with live orchestra this winter

The UK-wide tour will head to the capital in November with a special show at the Usher Hall just ahead of Christmas with the music score performed live alongside the film.

The New Daily

Alan Kohler: The undemocratic independent Reserve Bank

Politicians refer so often to the “independent” Reserve Bank that its initials should change to the IRBA, writes Alan Kohler.

The Independent UK

Mark Gatiss: ‘Christmas is the perfect time for ghosts’

Glad tidings of comfort and joy? Not if Mark Gatiss has anything to do with it. David Barnett meets the man who haunts Christmas

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