MYSTERIOUS: 3 - You Need To See This

West End’s Shaftesbury Theatre to be renamed Judi Dench Theatre

The change at the largest independent theatre in the West End recognises Dame Judi’s contribution to the performing arts.

Evening Standard · Jun 16

London’s Shaftesbury theatre to be renamed after Judi Dench

James Bond actor, who is only the second non-royal woman to be celebrated in this way, called the honour ‘truly overwhelming’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 16

London West End's Shaftesbury Theatre to be renamed to honour Judi Dench

The name change of one of the West End’s most iconic stages celebrates one of the greatest British performers. Dame Judi Dench has been left “truly overwhelmed” by the news.

Euronews · Jun 16

David Beckham and King Charles admire rose named in footballer’s honour at Chelsea Flower Show

Sir David, sporting the white bloom in his buttonhole, celebrated its debut at the show

The Independent UK · May 18

David Beckham is all smiles as he meets the King at Chelsea Flower Show

Three blooms have been named after Charles, Sir David and Alan Titchmarsh.

Evening Standard · May 18

Swindon is not enough – every new housing estate deserves a Dench Close

Bond Place and Desmond Crescent have been named in honour of the 007 franchise after some scenes were shot nearby in the 90s – why stop there?

The Guardian - UK · May 15

Michael Pennington obituary

Distinguished classical actor and co-founder of the English Shakespeare Company who brought sardonic dash and physical grace to his many stage roles

The Guardian - UK · May 11

Michael Pennington, Shakespeare and Star Wars actor, dies aged 82

‘Brilliant, wise’ co-founder of English Shakespeare Company celebrated for roles including Macbeth and Mercutio

The Guardian - UK · May 11

Rachel Roddy’s recipe for spaghetti with crab, chilli, herbs and lemon

Crab pasta done (mostly) the River Cafe way, with an ‘electric sauce’ of olive oil, red chilli, parsley, garlic and lemon

The Guardian - UK · Apr 30

Dame Judi Dench's surprising confession over why she 'can't' garden - and it's due to a deep-rooted fear of this critter

Don’t expect the iconic Dame to get her hands dirty in her garden any time soon

Woman & Home · Apr 27