From Palace to Planet: The Global Voice of BBC News
By Cicero for Ciceros.org In November 1936, inside a curious-looking Gothic building perched atop north London’s Alexandra Palace, the British Broadcasting Corporation took a breath and changed the world. The flickering debut of the BBC’s high-definition television service was the first of its kind—and though news wasn’t its priority then, Continue Reading
Michael Barrymore: Rise and Fall
Michael Barrymore’s fall from grace is a stark reminder of how quickly fame can unravel.
Behind the Laughter: The Family of Dad’s Army
While the fictional Home Guard of Dad’s Army may have been a ragtag platoon of pensioners, misfits, and well-meaning bunglers, behind the scenes there was a very different dynamic—one built on loyalty, laughter, and deep affection. The cast of Dad’s Army weren’t just colleagues on a soundstage in Shepherd’s Bush Continue Reading
Palestine demonstrations – Was it important for the police to be called?
The letter from the police arrived when I was out. It was early March. I’d been at a meeting with actors and artists, discussing how we could collectively speak out against Israel’s actions in Gaza. After the meeting, I saw multiple missed calls. My wife had opened the letter, and Continue Reading
