Compere Francesca Mepham
An icon of stage and screen, immortalised for his ability to truly connect with language worked with, Welsh legend Richard Burton – born on the 10th November 1925 would have celebrated his 100th birthday this year. Set to follow in the footsteps of Laurence Olivier, Burton’s tumultuous path would become synonymous with his body of work, to a point overshadowing it – his high profile marriages to Elizabeth Taylor and his battle with addiction elements of fame contended with. Embodying a resonance made for the stage, wrestling with the rich and complex nature of Shakespeare’s verse – Burton very quickly marked himself apart from the rest as a true master of performance.
Prior to his much documented career in Entertainment, he served as Aircraftman in the RAF for 3 years. A student of Exeter College, University of Cambridge, he studied English – this is where he’d also develop his love for the stage, starring in various productions hosted by the Oxford University Dramatic Society. In celebration of Burton’s centenary, the Centenary Projects Poets Squad will start off a double-billed evening at the Ye Olde Rose and Crown pub theatre on Saturday 8th November reciting poems which currently form part of an anthology titled Poems for Rich, published by SJH Media UK, available to purchase here.
2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Corinne Bailey Rae, the Grammy Award-winning singer’s acclaimed debut album that introduced the world to her soulful, sun-soaked sound.
Following exceptional demand, Bon Jovi, the GRAMMY Award®-winning and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band, have announced a third and final show at London’s Wembley Stadium 
Due to incredible demand, BON JOVI, the GRAMMY Award®-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band and one of history’s most iconic live acts, announces a second date at London’s Wembley Stadium 
In an incredibly divisive time whereby migration is a primary focus, it’s important to remember the human lives forced to make the life changing decision of leaving a place they once called home to seek a hopeful, safer future. To nurture understanding, opportunities to broaden awareness on this particular subject matter are increasingly vital – cinema a great way of depicting the reasons why choices are made, fostering the beginnings of some sort of dialogue. Recently qualifying for the 2026 Oscars, short film In the Clouds centres the day to day reality of an Iranian refugee family – humanising their existence. Writer and director Alexandra Bahíyyih Wain has achieved acclaim for the timely film, having won the Grand Prize in the Breaking Boundaries category at Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival and Best Director at BIFA qualifying Worcester Film Festival. Ahead of the 2026 Oscar longlist announcement, Alexandra tells us more about the inspirations for exploring the subject matter of migration further, collaborating with the creative team to develop the film and what what she’s learned from creating it.
After a spectacular world premiere that closed this summer’s Big Feastival in front of over 20,000 fans, Alex James’ Britpop Classical will hit the road for its first-ever UK tour in March 2026, bringing the biggest hits of the Britpop era to life with the epic scale of a full live orchestra.
Global humanitarian movement Choose Love, which delivers aid to displaced communities in times of crisis and conflict, announces details of a special evening bringing together the world of music, art, fundraising and community to celebrate their 10th birthday.
Globally renowned pop group Westlife unveil the UK and European leg of their 25th anniversary celebrations – Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour. The news follows two sold-out nights at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall, with additional dates already added in Dublin and Belfast at pre-sale due to overwhelming demand. Artist presale takes place 
Following a whirlwind series of sold-out shows across North America, Australia, and beyond, Shxtsngigs are returning to the UK with the Daddy’s Home Tour, bringing their signature mix of unfiltered comedy, spontaneous banter, and high-octane energy to home audiences for the very first time. The duo will deliver their chaotic storytelling, sharp humour, and effortless chemistry to the stage, creating a live experience that feels just like the podcast only louder.