My Golden Globe Hopes

These are neither the real winners of the 2020 Golden Globes, nor who I think will win, but instead who I would choose to win if I was in charge (as I'm clearly right in all opinions).My winners are in bold. Any shows or films I have not had the chance to see are crossed… Continue reading My Golden Globe Hopes

Rachel Bloom Live in London

A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in June 2019.   The Crazy Ex-Girlfriend is alive and well, and just finished two sold out shows at the world famous London Palladium. Billed as Rachel Bloom Live, the show differed in content and scale to the live Crazy Ex-Girlfriend shows in America, as… Continue reading Rachel Bloom Live in London

‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’: London Fan Event

A version of this article was originally published on FanFestNews in May 2019. On Wednesday 22nd May, members of the Dark Phoenix cast, Jessica Chastain, Michael Fassbender, James McEvoy and Sophie Turner, along with director Simon Kinberg, gathered in London's Picturehouse Central for a Q&A and discussion about the upcoming film. [Contains mild spoilers] Why… Continue reading ‘X-Men: Dark Phoenix’: London Fan Event

Richard E Grant is the true winner of 2019 awards season

A version of this article originally appeared on FanFestNews in February 2019. It may feel like awards season is never ending, and as the oscars loom ever closer, the same names are coming up as the favourites again and again. You’d be forgiven for getting a little fatigued seeing the same names crop up every… Continue reading Richard E Grant is the true winner of 2019 awards season

‘Steven Universe’ Nominated for GLAAD Award

A version of this article originally appeared on FanFestNews in January 2019. What a week it's been for the Steven Universe fandom. Coming off of the amazing season finale Change Your Mind, the show has now been nominated for a GLAAD award in the Outstanding Kids & Family Programming category. It's the third time the show… Continue reading ‘Steven Universe’ Nominated for GLAAD Award

Kevin Smith Honors Stan Lee at Charity Benefit

A version of this article originally appeared on FanFestNews in January 2019. Stan Lee will be forever known as one of the greatest storytellers of the 20th century, and whilst many of us are still grieving his loss, super-fan Kevin Smith is honoring his legacy alongside Legion M, Agents of Mayhem and Stan Lee's POW!… Continue reading Kevin Smith Honors Stan Lee at Charity Benefit

Nashville Live

Anyone who knows me knows that I'm obsessed with American television, I'll watch most things, especially high quality soapy dramas. Nashville has been on my radar since the pilot started to be discussed, and I've been hooked pretty much since the first few episodes. It was with utter joy then, that I discovered some of… Continue reading Nashville Live

West End Live 2016

West End Live is one of those wonderful events in London that is unbelievably free. I've heard about it for years, but for some reason or another I have always missed it or not been in the area. Well finally, this year, I managed to get there for one of the two days, catching most… Continue reading West End Live 2016

Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams Tour

Five years ago I was lucky enough to see Coldplay headline and close Oxegen festival in Dublin, before they released Mylo Xyloto and embarked on a worldwide tour. I'd always been a fan of Coldplay, but that show changed my life. I can honestly credit it as one of the few times I've felt pure… Continue reading Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams Tour

Harry Potter and the House Elves on Strike

Deep in the heart of London, tucked in a little alleyway next to The Prince Charles Cinema, is the small and charming Leicester Square Theatre. I found myself here on Saturday night, whisked off to see 'The best and only Harry Potter sequel to hit the stage'. I was quite anxious, it was a surprise treat… Continue reading Harry Potter and the House Elves on Strike