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Michael Rosen was awarded the PEN Pinter Prize 2023

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Michael Rosen has been awarded the PEN Pinter Prize 2023 - the annual award for freedom of expression in literature.

The Prize judges praised Rosen’s work, saying he ‘has a rare, invaluable gift: the ability to address the most serious matters of life in a spirit of joy, humour,...

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10/12/2023 - 11:46
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THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 ON TOUR

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Following its success earlier this year at the Watford Palace Theatre, Brigid Larmour’s adaptation of the Shakespeare classic, The Merchant of Venice 1936 , has now opened at the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, before embarking on a UK tour. Made in association with the RSC, the show stars Hannah Morrish ,...

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09/27/2023 - 12:55
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Bodley Medal for Sir Philip Pullman

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Pullman honoured for his 'outstanding contribution to literature' by Oxford's world-famous library

Sir Philip Pullman is to be awarded the Bodleian Libraries highest accolade, the Bodley Medal, 'for his outstanding contribution to literature,' according to a statement from the library.

He will receive the medal...

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09/21/2023 - 12:04
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An Unsuitable Job For A Women

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An Unsuitable Job For A Women at Pascal Theatre Company

What is your image of a 19th century woman? A doctor? An engineer? A Prison inspector? A Lawyer? In Bloomsbury, women challenged patriarchy by daring to enter professions forbidden to them. They banged on locked doors. They refused to...

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09/21/2023 - 11:52
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