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      Game of Thrones’ Kit Harington set to strip naked for controversial stage show as star to reveal ‘full-frontal element’

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      GAME of Thrones star Kit Harington is baring his Jon Snowballs for a stage role.The actor, 37, will strip off in Slave Play, about race and sexuality in 21st century America.Kit Harington is to strip naked for a new stage showCredit: AlamyThe Game of Thrones actor stars as a wealthy white man in Slave Play, about race and sexuality in 21st century AmericaCredit: Kobal Collection – ShutterstockAn insider said there would be sex toys, kinky practices and “the full-frontal element comes from Kit’s character Jim”.In the controversial West End show, wealthy Jim’s lover, Kaneisha, talks about his white, shrivelled penis before he removes his clothes.Kit, who was Jon Snow in Game of Thrones, has previously said being called a “hunk” is demeaning. The actor, who flashed the flesh as Milo in 2014 flick Pompeii, added: “It can sometimes feel like your art is being put to one side for your sex appeal. Read More on Showbiz”And I don’t like that.”Slave Play tells of three interracial couples whose therapy involves pretending to be on a plantation.Two of the performances at the Noel Coward Theatre in June will be open to an “all-Black identifying audience”. One senior Tory MP said: “In other circles, it would be illegal and racial discrimination.”Most read in CelebrityKit was approached for comment.Kit Harrington reflects on the Game Of Thrones series at the premiere of the final season in Belfast More

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      Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper sprinkles some farming magic on the big city with new show

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      IF someone had said I’d enjoy a two and a bit hour show on farming, I’d have laughed them out of the theatre. But that is exactly what happened when I spent the night watching The World According To Kaleb.
      Kaleb rose to fame teaching Jeremy Clarkson how to farmCredit: Andrew Higgins/Thousand Word Media Ltd
      He might be afraid of London but that hasn’t stopped him from bringing the show thereCredit: Plank PR
      It’s no surprise the young farmer is a natural on stage, given he has been mentored by Jeremy Clarkson.
      Within seconds, it’s very clear this isn’t an average one-man show, in fact, he wants you to get involved even if it involves heckling him.
      Kaleb Cooper, 25, starts the show with a quiz to see what farming materials you can recognise.
      Do you know your straw from your hay? By the end of the show, you will.
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      He gives a whistle-stop tour through his journey from ordinary teenager into farming whizz.
      The Clarkson’s Farm star also shares why he hates sheep and what the former Top Gear’s flock has to answer to.
      Plus, clips of the past two series of the Amazon Prime series appear throughout the night – just in case you’ve forgotten his best bits.
      While he may have a fear of London, that hasn’t stopped him bringing his tour into the big city.
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      And he’s certainly happy to try to educate us urban folk about what really goes on in the fields and sheds.
      Hits out at those in power
      Kaleb has taken the time to visit the UK while the farming world is quietCredit: Andrew Higgins/Thousand Word Media
      While most celebrities shy away from controversial topics, Kaleb takes them head on.
      From how farmers are loosing out on the price of milk, to fair pay for all farmers and why the weather is ruining Kaleb and his colleagues’ hair, everything is covered off.
      The farmer calls for ordinary folk to understand that we need to pay more for our basic groceries, like milk.
      He also calls for the agricultural and livestock workers to band together and strike – but only if they can agree what the cause is for.
      Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper reveals exciting new showbiz gig worlds away from the doc that shot him to fame
      And Kaleb isn’t afraid to hit out at those in power with names I won’t repeat. It’s truly refreshing.
      Kaleb is sensational at holding attention. It’s just a shame that the screen behind him got out of sync.
      It took away a little from the magic, and given how vital it was to the show it really should have been smooth transitions.
      Overall, it’s a great show and if it was too polished, it would make me question if Kaleb really was a farmer.

      The World According to Kaleb
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      ★★★★
      Touring until March 11th across the country.

      Kaleb makes the most of tech during his show with a big screenCredit: Andrew Higgins/Thousand Word Media More

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      Cable Street is an ambitious musical with a valuable history lesson and message of hope… it couldn’t be more topical

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      IT could hardly be more topical – a musical about extremism, racial intolerance and the politics of hate.With anti-Semitism rife, communities polarised and far-right politicians emboldened, some draw parallels with the horrors of Nazi Germany in the 1930s.
      This brave new show at Southwark Playhouse tells a powerful story about the day the working people of East London stood up to fascismCredit: Jane Hobson
      The show has a versatile cast, intertwining characters and inventive stagingCredit: Jane Hobson
      But we sometimes need reminding that Hitler’s warped ideology had a foothold in Britain, too.
      And this brave new show at Southwark Playhouse in Borough, south London tells a powerful story about the day the working people of East London stood up to fascism.
      The Battle of Cable Street was a pivotal moment in the capital’s history.
      On a sunny Sunday, October 4, 1936, Oswald Mosley’s British Union of Fascists planned to march through the East End, which had a large Jewish population. 
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      Mosley’s Blackshirts blamed Jews for the lack of jobs and rising rents, and intended their march as a rallying cry to the nation.
      But a 100,000-strong alliance of Jews, Irish immigrants, activists and dockers vowed “They Shall Not Pass” and stood shoulder-to-shoulder in defiance, pushing Mosley’s mob back into humiliating retreat.
      This ambitious new musical by Tim Gilvin and Alex Kanefsky, directed by Adam Lenson, focuses on three young Eastenders and their families – jobless Jewish ex-boxer Sammy, fiery Irish communist Mairaid and disaffected Northerner Ron, seduced by fascism after his move to London in search of a better life proves fruitless.
      The build-up to the march, with Blackshirts preying on distrust and enemies living as neighbours – plus a simmering love between Sammy and Mairaid – make for a compelling story.
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      The barricaded streets, rousing songs and storyline of defiance against oppression will inevitably draw comparisons with musical titan Les MiserablesCredit: Jane Hobson
      The three principal actors (Joshua Ginsberg, Sha Dessi and Danny Colligan) excel in their roles and many of the 11-strong cast play multiple characters, seamlessly switching between freedom fighter and fear-spreading fascist.
      The barricaded streets, rousing songs and storyline of defiance against oppression will inevitably draw comparisons with musical titan Les Miserables.
      Fury as police bow down to anti-Israel mob at Parliament with protesters projecting inflammatory slogan
      But, with a couple of exceptions (Bread and Roses, No Pasaran), the songs don’t quite match the quality of the performances.
      There’s an odd mix of musical genres – from big show tunes to Sammy’s Hamilton-style rapping and the odd Cockney knees-up – which don’t always sit well together.
      But the versatile cast, intertwining characters and inventive staging – all cleverly framed in the context of a modern-day tour group being shown around the East End – provide a valuable history lesson and ultimately, a welcome message of hope.
      At Southwark Playhouse, Borough, until March 16. Visit https://southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/productions/cable-street/
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      I Should Be So Lucky is a nostalgic trip down memory road thanks to Kylie, but at times it’s a bit confusing

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      LOVE, in all its forms, has got to be the most written about subject in song. And no one in the late 1980’s had that nailed more than hit factory producers Stock Aitken and Waterman.
      Ellie is jilted at the altar but decides to head off on her honeymoon anywayCredit: New Wimbledon Theatre
      Groom Nathan followers her on the trip in a bid to win her back with the help of his best manCredit: New Wimbledon Theatre
      Whether it was Kylie, Jason Donovan, Rick Astley, Sonia, Sinitta, or even Samantha Fox singing their little hearts out on stage, their perky, poppy earworms dominated the charts at a time when the world was wearing thin. 
      So now, as wars rage all around in a cost of living crisis, it’s no surprise that someone had the bright idea of bringing all those snappy songs back for a stage musical.
      I Should Be So Lucky, touring now, is not for you if you’ve been a goth since 1987. 
      But if you ‘downloaded’ the Radio One charts by pressing play and record at the same time on your cassette player, this little slice of easy escapism will take you straight back to those shoulder pads, shell suits, pastels, and perms. 
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      Based around a very loose plot which sees Kylie-superfan Ellie jilted at the altar – she decides, via the medium of Stock Aitken and Waterman songs – to nip off on her honeymoon with her rowdy friends and family instead. 
      Groom Nathan and his best friend Ash, follow her out to Turkey to win her back and comedy chaos ensues. 
      It’s not the most original storyline and there’s too many subplots which can leave you a bit confused.
      But who cares when Kylie keeps appearing to dole out peppy positive vibes via a huge mirror descending from the sky?
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      Boosted by a fabulous stage setting, the cast happily twirl and swirl around the space with props – skilfully masking continuous set rebuilds. 
      So it’s no surprise to find out the creative director of Strictly Come Dancing is behind the choreography and Debbie Isitt, the mind behind the Nativity! franchise is the driving force.
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      And everyone looks absolutely joyous throughout the performance. 
      Smiling away with regional accents and regular body shapes, it was completely accessible – making you feel very much part of the party. 
      Lucy Mae Sumner brings exactly the right level of comedy and cringe to the role, ably assisted by a super competent cast – including a very funny Giovanni Peno as Best Man Ash. 
      With songs like Toy Boy, Too Many Broken Hearts, Never Going to Give You Up and Especially For You – it sweeps you up into a sparkly, Spanx-filled, starry-eyed sing-along.
      And with an audience sing-along at the end, it’s the perfect warm, reassuring hug on a cold January night.

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      ★★★
      Touring until April 27, for tickets and dates visit www.atgtickets.com/shows/i-should-be-so-lucky/ More

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      Tom Holland to make major career change based in the UK despite success in Hollywood

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      TOM HOLLAND hopes to prove he has serious acting chops, by starring in a new West End production of Romeo & Juliet.The Spider-Man actor will play Romeo at London’s Duke of York Theatre from May 11 until August 3.
      Spider-Man star Tom Holland is taking some time away from Hollywood as he prepares for his role in Romeo & Juliet on the West EndCredit: Splash News
      The show is being put on by acclaimed British theatre director Jamie Lloyd whose most recent production was Sunset Boulevard in London with Nicole Scherzinger, which earned him high praise from critics.
      Jamie said: “Tom Holland is one of the greatest, most exciting young actors in the world.
      “It is an honour to welcome him back to the West End.”
      Tom is in safe hands, then, but taking on Shakespeare is no mean feat.
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      Jamie hasn’t yet revealed who will be playing his star-crossed lover, Juliet.
      Naturally, Tom’s real-life girlfriend Zendaya would be perfect for it.
      But given she’s expected to spend several months this year in the States filming the next series of US teen drama Euphoria, Tom will have to make do with someone else.
      It’s a tough life, eh?
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      Hollywood ‘golden couple’ Tom Holland & Zendaya reveal surprise hobby worlds away from their action-packed screen roles
      TOM and Zendaya first started dating while filming the first Spider-Man movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
      Zendaya plays Spider-Man’s love interest MJ in the film series.
      Outside of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Zendaya is also known for her role as Anne Wheeler in The Greatest Showman as well as her role of Chani in Dune.
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      Cara Delevingne reveals she is moving back to London for surprising new role next month

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      CARA Delevingne will make her stage debut next month in the lead role in Cabaret.The model-turned-actress, 31, has been cast as Sally Bowles in the award-winning West End production of the show at London’s Kit Kat Club.
      Cara Delevingne has been cast as Sally Bowles in the West End production of CabaretCredit: Emilio Madrid
      Liza Minnelli as Sally Bowles in the 1972 film Cabaret
      She said: “There are no words to explain the excitement I have to return home to make my stage debut in such an iconic role.
      “I am so inspired by the brilliant actors who have played Sally in past productions around the world and in this one in the West End.
      “I cannot wait to be a part of this brilliant cast and production.”
      Cara will take over the role from singer Self Esteem, 37, on March 11 for a 12-week run ending on June 1.
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      It will see her showcase her singing abilities with the title track and the song Maybe This Time.
      She will star alongside Olivier Award-winning actor Luke Treadaway, 39, as The Emcee.
      The star, born in Hammersmith, West London, has starred in several films including Paper Towns, Suicide Squad and Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets.
      However, she sparked concerns in September 2022 when she was seen acting erratically in Los Angeles and later entered rehab and got sober.
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      Last year she said: “Work is extremely important, but work is secondary because my self-work is the most important thing.”
      The revival of Cabaret first opened in December 2021 with Jessie Buckley, 34, and Eddie Redmayne, 42, in the leading roles, going on to win seven Olivier Awards.
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      New version of iconic BBC sitcom written by John Cleese 50 years after original – with star promising ‘huge finale’

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      FAWLTY Towers is being given a makeover – with its creator John Cleese revealing an adaptation is heading to the West End stage. The comedy legend, 84, has crafted a new script to bring the beloved comedy back to life for a run at London’s Apollo Theatre. 
      Fawlty Towers is being given a spruce up with a West end run
      The two-hour play will cover three of the show’s most beloved episodes
      Cleese promised a ‘huge finale’ for the play, which he has written
      The two-hour play, written by Cleese, will be based on three of the TV show’s most classic episodes – The Hotel Inspector, The Germans, and Communication Problems. 
      Adam Jackson-Smith will take over the lead role of Basil Fawlty from Cleese, with Anna-Jane Casey playing his long-suffering wife, Sybil. 
      Bumbling Spanish waiter Manuel will be played by Hemi Yeroham, with the role of Polly being played by Victoria Fox. 
      It will mark 50 years since the show was first recorded at BBC Television Centre, setting it up to become one of the most definitive British sitcoms of all time. 
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      In a statement announcing the show, Cleese said: “What a thrill to be bringing Fawlty Towers to the West End for the first time – nearly 50 years since the show was first recorded, in December 1974. 
      “We’ve been involved in the casting process for some time, being constantly reminded of what a wealth of acting talent we have in Britain – sorting the very, very, very good from the merely very, very good.
      “Finally, we assembled a top-class group of comedy actors who will bring the show to the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue.
      “I’ve adapted three of my favourite episodes for the stage and written one huge finale, which will bring together the endings of all three episodes.
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      “So here we are, all the way from Torquay, via the old BBC Television Centre, to the West End! I do hope some of you will come to the Apollo to laugh together. And laugh. And laugh…”
      Previews start from May 4, with the official premiere being May 15. 
      Tickets go on sale on Wednesday 7 February at 10.00am from FawltyTowersWestend.com. 
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      The cast was confirmed today with the show premiering in May
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      X Factor star looks unrecognisable as he poses with Shirley Ballas after performing in the West End

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      X FACTOR star Giovanni Spano looked unrecognisable as he posed with Shirley Ballas after performing in the West End.Giovanni, 38, found fame on the ITV talent show in 2018, where he was eliminated in week four of the live shows.
      X Factor star Giovanni Spano looked unrecognisable alongside Shirley BallasCredit: Instagram / @shirleyballas
      He’s since built up a successful career for himself in the West End, having starred in Bat Out Of Hell and now The Stock Aitken Waterman Musical: I Should Be So Lucky.
      At yesterday’s press night, Giovanni performed in front of a star-studded crowd including Jenni Falconer, Jess Impiazzi and Abbie Quinnen.
      But it was Strictly judge Shirley who he caught up with after the show, and who he even introduced his grandma to.
      Sharing a post to Instagram, Shirley heaped praised upon the production, writing, “@soluckymusical the most uplifting, bright and beautiful show I’ve seen in a very very long time.
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      “@giovannispanoofficial nanny and I had an absolute blast. We cheered, sang and laughed sooo loud. You are an absolute superstar and we’re so proud of you.
      “A huge congratulations to the whole cast for putting on this outstanding show.
      “It’s a must see … get your tickets you’ll absolutely love it and you’ll be out of your seats singing and dancing just like the whole theatre this evening. Very well done. Xxxx.”
      I Should Be So Lucky uses the extensive back catalogue of the pop geniuses who dominated the charts four decades ago, creating superstars including Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Rick Astley, Sonia and Brother Beyond.
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      The Sun first revealed in 2019 that the musical was in the works.
      Giovanni spoke to us shortly after his X Factor stint, revealing he struggled to look in the mirror as a teenager before his muscular transformation.
      He won over the audition audience and judges with his rendition of Goo Goo Dolls’ Iris.
      While he’s been inundated with messages of support and branded a heartthrob, Gio told The Sun it hasn’t always been that way.
      He explained: “I was growing up in my teenage years as this chubby kid. I always got by, I always had fun, I always had friends but it was tough, it was tough to look in the mirror sometimes.
      “It was difficult and a really tough time in my life, but I kept pushing and working hard.
      “I always stayed focused on listening to music and DJing and learning how to play instruments.
      “I never really got involved with girls, and I’m still shy deep inside. When I get messaged like that, I’m like ‘wow, where does this come from?'”
      “I’m humble and receiving messages like that, I’m extremely flattered and it’s so wonderful.
      “There’s no where it says in the book it says you have to be an arrogant fool to be a rock star.”
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      Gio decided to transform his look at the age of 22, primarily in a bid to be healthy.
      He explained: “I was in a show at the time and I said nothing is going to change if I don’t try and improve myself and be healthy and just look after myself more than anything.”
      He found fame on the ITV talent show in 2018Credit: Rex Features
      He’s since built up a successful career in the West EndCredit: Getty
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