Rating: ★★★★★ Image is writer's own As an avid lover of musicals, I was so excited to hear that Moulin Rouge - The Musical was coming to The Piccadilly Theatre in London. The film version, starring Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman, won two Oscars, so I was interested and eager to see how it translated … Continue reading Spectacular, Spectacular – Moulin Rouge The Musical Review
Training Day
My mother stuck soap on the grooves of my teeth, purging my mouth of its sins, teaching me to taste my words before spitting them out. I did no such thing. Burnt by my tongue, I was fed whiskey and wine to keep my words sweet. “Your tongue can be a tool”, she said. “Learn how … Continue reading Training Day
Wahgwan
Why you killing your brothers? Violating your sisters? In a world like today, Where you can get paid For shit like, watching video games. You’d rather be on the block, Licking shots; Carrying that shank, buning’ that dank, To look and act like your bad Or to shield from those that do. Wahgwan for yous? … Continue reading Wahgwan
Identity Is Not Just Skin Deep
I recently discovered that what I thought was a beauty spot, was never that at all. I can laugh about it now, but when I first came to the realisation, I couldn't stop crying. I've had this "Beauty spot" for over ten years! When it first appeared, I hated it and was embarrassed about it, … Continue reading Identity Is Not Just Skin Deep
Masculinity in distress – a review of Broken Lad
Rating: ★★ https://youtu.be/odig_SfRgRA Written by Robin Hooper and currently playing at the Arcola Theatre, Broken Lad is an examination of masculinity, father and son relationships, and morality. The new comedy touches upon these subjects, and more, as we learn about the lead character, Phil, and his failing stand-up comedy career. Set above a pub in … Continue reading Masculinity in distress – a review of Broken Lad
A review of the infamous ‘Dune’
Before we get started, here's my star rating (please don't hate me!) Rating: ★★ Last Sunday I finally went to see 'Dune' at the Cineworld in the O2. I was quite excited to see it as I had heard good things, and Zendaya? Hello? Of course I was going to see it if Zendaya was … Continue reading A review of the infamous ‘Dune’
Black History Month 365
As a black woman, born in England with Jamaican heritage, Black History Month is a celebration that is very close to my heart. I’m sure we’ve all asked ourselves the same question at some point: Why is only a month out of the year dedicated to acknowledging the history and achievements throughout the history of … Continue reading Black History Month 365
5 Tips for Introverts at University
Are you an introvert at University? Are you struggling to make and maintain friendships? Do you want to have a great University experience? Well, here are five tips that might help you out. 1. Take initiative! Be bold, be brave and take the initiative. You can do it! Make the first move, it's an introverts … Continue reading 5 Tips for Introverts at University
Returning to education after a decade – what is it like to be a mature student?
It’s a sunny Saturday in September and I am incredibly excited. It’s moving day. After ten long years of delays, I am finally able to start university. I’m going to have the whole experience. I’m going to live in halls, go to Freshers Week, join societies - I am so incredibly excited to be here. … Continue reading Returning to education after a decade – what is it like to be a mature student?
Candy Palace in Greenwich struggles to find its way around American suppliers
A new sweet shop in Greenwich struggles to find its way around suppliers, which there are very few of. Candy Palace, a gift shop turned sweet shop, relies on the limited American suppliers for their products. Afmad, who works in the store, says that since there are few suppliers they determine the rules and can … Continue reading Candy Palace in Greenwich struggles to find its way around American suppliers
The Crow's Nest 