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Preston Guildhall, PrestonFrancis Martin Patrick Boyle ('Frankie') is a popular Scottish-born comedian, famed for his dark humour and fairly pessimistic outlook. He has enjoyed TV success as a permanent panellist on 'Mock the Week' and has featured also on 'Have I Got News For You', '8 Out of 10 Cats', 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks' and 'Argumental'. In 2009 he published 'My Shit Life So Far' and continues to entertain live audiences with his comic improvisations and political satire.…
Guildhall and Charter Theatre, PrestonBorn Alastair James Hay in 1968, Al Murray was voted no.16 in Channel 4's 100 Greatest Stand-Up Comedians in 2007. He is probably best known for his 'Pub Landlord' routine which sees him take on the persona of a xenophobic yet opinionated English publican. In 2009 he was the headline act on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Road show and hosted BBC1's Live at the Apollo. He has also toured with Frank Skinner and Harry Hill and is listed as one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy.…
Formed on the Scottish isle of Skye, Runrig are a Scottish, Celtic rock group who sing both in English and Gaelic. They first appeared on the music scene in the early 1970s and have released 13 studio albums so far. The band has an interesting blend of folk and rock music with lyrics often reflecting those things that are familiar and precious to Scotland; locations, history, conservation of natural beauty and agriculture.…
Sevenoaks electronic veterans "Orbital" are currently putting the finishing touches to their brand new studio album, the first since their 2004 release of the "Blue Album", and the first since their self imposed, and apparently indefinite hiatus. To celebrate the release of the forthcoming album, the electro duo are preparing to embark on a 6 stop tour of the UK, starting this April. "Orbital" shot to fame in the late 80's and early 90's with a succession of top 40 singles, at the height of the British 'rave scene'. Their success continued right through to 2004, when the band announced that…
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By Lucy MiddletonAustrian director Michael Haneke has been awarded the Cannes film festival's most prestigious prize …
By Paul ArnoldNorthampton's Phil Dowson will captain England in their match against the Barbarians on Sunday at Tw…
By Paul ArnoldAfter a fantastic start to the Formula 1 season McLaren drivers Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton nee…
By Lucy MiddletonMobile network company Orange have announced it will not be renewing its sponsorship of the book awa…
By Amanda ArnoldThe Stone Roses played a surprise 11 song set at Warrington Parr Hall last night, their first gig in 16 years.
By Amanda ArnoldThe Scissor Sisters are planning to dress regally for their royal bash at the Tower of London in cel…
By Paul ArnoldWith the French Open starting at Roland Garros next week Rafael Nadal has struck an important psycho…
By Amanda ArnoldRonan Keating has announced on Twitter this afternoon that he will be performing a fourteen-date tou…
By Lucy MiddletonStaines in Surrey has officially changed its name to Staines-upon-Thames in an attempt to boost the town's image.
By Amanda ArnoldRobin Gibb one of the three brothers who made up the Bee Gees has lost his fight against liver and c…
René Magritte: The Pleasure Principle reviewAs the largest Magritte exhibition the UK has ever seen, Tate Liverpool's René Magritte: The Pleasure Principle consists of over 100 paintings, 50 sketches, prints and several rare delights. It is an incredibly ambitious project undertaken by the gallery and one that long-time appreciator of Magritte, Lucy Middleton, had to see for herself.
Wedding Fairs in BritainThinking of tying the knot this year and getting down on one knee to propose? We've compiled a list of wedding fayres in Britain to help you choose your photographer, wedding dress, and other requirements for your wedding.
Top Comedy Gigs in LondonIf you're in need of a good laugh, there are plenty of comedians dishing out the mirth this spring in venues throughout London. There's humour to suit all tastes. Take your pick from the ten following gigs, all taking place in London this spring.
Fifteen facts you didn't know about ShropshireIt's one of the most picturesque counties in Britain, yet is one of the least well-known. Visitors are often delighted at the choice of activities available in Shropshire. Steeped in history and culture, tourists come to Shropshire to see the country's incredible past. Here are fifteen interesting bitesize facts that may astound you, even if you've lived all your life in this wonderful county.
