Beverley hosts a seven-race card on Monday where Newsboy's Nap, Ubetterseethis, runs in the 2.20UBETTERSEETHIS is fancied to build on a promising start to his career at Pontefract last month by landing the EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (2.20) at Beverley. Craig Lidster’s juvenile didn’t go unbacked at 10-1 when taking on eight opponents for a five-furlong novice stakes in West Yorkshire three weeks ago. Racing in midpack during the early stages, Ubetterseethis and William Pyle made headway towards the lead passing the halfway stage and ran on strongly through the final furlong to go under by a head to Awraad. With that experience under his belt, and a kind draw in stall two, Ubetterseethis should go one better. In the following We Love A Bank Holiday Handicap (2.55), JEANY MAY has plenty going for her. The daughter of Mayson rounded off 2024 with a first career success in a Nottingham nursery last November. That victory came on soft ground but there was enough in Jeany May’s return-to-action fourth to Barmyblade at Catterick Bridge last month to make her of interest on this quicker terrain. 4.40 Beverley Sanat began his career over a mile but it now looks highly likely he will flourish at sprint distances a five-furlong specialist with an official rating of 86 looked every inch a sprinter when landing a 5f handicap at Southwell last time He produced a good turn of foot to settle that 0-85 in a first-time tongue-tie and beat stablemate Counsel by a length and a half The third Rhythm N Hooves has won at Southwell since while the fourth Jumbeau performed really well to finish third to the now 99-rated Spartan Arrow in a handicap at Epsom last month Sanat, raised 6lb to a mark of 79 following that Southwell success, fits snugly into Beverley’s feature 5f handicap (4.40) but is also open to runners with marks of 79 and 80 so it’s fair to say Sanat may hold a considerable class advantage over his 13 rivals who will be having just the ninth run of his career is open to more improvement than most of his opponents and could prove several pounds better than his current mark in due course In addition to looking the perfect fit for the race Racing Post+ subscribers can read more of Richard Birch's tipping here: 'He looks the perfect fit for the race' - Richard Birch with four bank holiday Monday bets    Visit racingpost.com/freebets to find out more Published on 4 May 2025inFree tips Copyright © 2025 Spotlight Sports Group Limited or its licensors It looks like JavaScript is not enabled in your browser An entry in last year’s PlayLab competition it came to the attention of East Riding Theatre in Beverley who are now presenting it in a world premiere production Joe Bravaco explains the link between his home base by saying “I have always been a huge fan of Brian Friel’s work and Martin McDonagh’s.” It’s good that he’s so honest; it saves the reviewer from making the obvious connection for this is one of the myriad Irish plays that followed on Friel’s success – and if it’s by no means the best of the Sons of Friel it’s a workmanlike piece cloaking serious points about human life in a blanket of whimsy Emily Clay’s set again works miracles with the limited wing-less space at Beverley Stage right is an apparently sturdy outer wall stage left an attractive approximation to a cottage exterior with front door leading on to a front area with seat whilst behind the gap is filled by a conventional interior with the first couple of steps leading upstairs At the beginning of the play Tommy (Declan Sammon) is breakfasting and calling upstairs to his brother Jamie (Gabriel Winter) he breaks into Tommy’s sunny morning mood by insisting that he In between Tommy’s attempts to get him to see a doctor taking in their mother’s preference for Jamie and Tommy’s stalled career as an artist At the very end of the act Tommy sees a body on the headland and Jamie refuses to join him in an attempt at rescue The second act is divided into shorter scenes at some distance apart in time Tommy becomes a father (those blissful early mornings ruined and an extra drain on his emotions) and is successful as a painter of portraits and he now reappears only when Tommy needs him centres on Tommy’s increasing sense of guilt (over his neglect of his mother for instance) and his need to seal Jamie’s forgiveness with a hug finally given in a telling twist at the end Richard Avery maintains a sense of realism in the actions and attitudes of the two brothers though the decision to suggest Jamie’s otherworldliness by an affected gait is unfortunate Declan Sammon manages to convince in a whole gamut of characters from the contented idler to the tormented seeker for forgiveness The different facets of Gabriel Winter’s character – the brother reminiscing the “almost ghost” confident of how things will turn out – operate side by side Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" A new character appraisal has been adopted for Beverley Road Conservation Area the character of the conservation was identified as being poor but with improving trends associated with the Beverley Road Townscape Heritage Scheme The Character Appraisal recognises both the weaknesses and strengths of the area and establishes how the negatives elements of the area can be enhanced such as the appearance of shop fronts and condition of buildings Hull City Council’s planning committee approved the additions of several buildings on Beverley Road all of which were recognised for aspects such as architectural decoration The boundaries of Beverley Road Conservation Area were also amended whilst transferring in the northside of Beech Grove from the Newland Conservation Area A new management plan was also approved meaning that the council should consider refusing planning applications of a poor quality and should instead seek enhancements to the conservation area The findings of the re-survey were subject to public feedback before being put forward to the planning committee said: “Beverley Road Conservation Area is one of Hull’s largest conservation areas characterised by a great variety of both historic and more modern buildings “A re-survey highlighted the need for updates and following public consultation and feedback some amendments have been made “This demonstrates the council’s commitment to ensuring all of its conservation areas are up-to-date and rightfully sustained.” council events and updates from across the East Riding which is secure and you can choose to stop receiving emails at any time Find out more in our Privacy notice Would you like to take part in simple surveys and help us improve other online services Your feedback could not be submitted due to a server error Weston Court recorded his first success here last June when an 18-1 winner over the same distance before following up at Windsor while Eye Of The Water attempts a third win at the course Read award-winning journalism from the best writers in racing Already a subscriber?Log in Published on 4 May 2025inRaceday Intel Much loved daughter of Jo and the late James Funeral Service will be held on Friday 2 May 2025 at 12.00 noon in James Brown & Sons Funeral Home Belfast and afterwards to Roselawn Cemetery donations in lieu if desired to Musgrave Park Hospital Neurology Unit Stockmans Lane Jo deeply appreciates the love and kindness that Beverley and all the family and friends received from the Staff at Musgrave Park Hospital Share this sad news with friends and loved ones Visit Website [email protected] Link the Community BlueScapes project team is inviting anyone who uses the Green to meet them on the site and share their thoughts about proposed changes to part of this space in 2025 We have been working together with our Community BlueScapes partners WWT and Barnes Common Ltd to mitigate flood risks to the people living in areas close to the Beverley Brook.  To support residents to enjoy Barnes Green year-round and tackle climate risks like flooding with natural solutions Community BlueScapes is spearheading restoration projects across the catchment to help restore the Beverley Brook to its natural state This restoration project is set to transform this popular green space into a resilient vibrant and ecologically diverse community space If you are a resident or regular user of Barnes Green you can find out more about the restoration project directly from the Community BlueScapes team and share your views at a series of upcoming drop-in sessions on the Green: the team's stall will be placed at Barnes Green south side Find out more about the Barnes Green restoration project and proposed works, as well as how you can contact the team with any questions, on the Community BlueScapes project site Up to: March 2025 © London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Building work will be taking place at Fir Trees Nursery School in Beverley – which recently received an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ rating – to increase nursery places and provide an enhanced offering to children aged 0 – 4 years in the East Riding Plans include conversion of an outdoor barn – which is currently used for outdoor activities – into a warm and welcoming indoor space The main nursery building will also be reconfigured to create three with a free flow pathway connecting them all “The work taking place in the nursery means we can increase nursery places by 50% – which is much-needed at the moment following the change in government funding for childcare,” said manager Lauren Turner so we’re delighted to be able to meet that demand and make it easier for parents to return to work the new layout will connect all children to our outdoor space – wherever they are in the nursery This will enable more outside play and outdoor learning opportunities the layout meant that the garden wasn’t able to be utilised to its fullest so we’re really happy that we’ll be able to make full use of the space – and the children can’t wait!” co-directors Caroline Woodcock and Laura Kitney acquired Fir Trees in 2023 Caroline said: “This is an incredibly exciting time for Fir Trees We’ve been on a real journey over the last two years Having secured an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating and with our experienced team in place now felt like the right time to make our new building plans a reality.” Among the features highlighted in Fir Trees’ recent Ofsted report were the close bonds formed between staff and children with the report stating: “Children demonstrate that they are extremely happy Staff create a warm and calm atmosphere for children to learn and they go above and beyond to ensure that all children have the best start in life.” said: “The Ofsted report was a real motivator for us and confirmed that we’re ready for the next phase in our journey The building work is due to complete in September.” added: “I’d like to thank our incredible team and parents for their support 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West End and Broadway stars Billy Porter and Beverley Knight are releasing their new single News of their duet comes on the eve of Porter and Knight hosting this year’s 2025 Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London this Sunday Their new single, Never Say Never, is released today, 3 April 2025, at 4pm. The premiere is on Trevor Nelson’s BBC Radio 2 show this afternoon, and you can then listen here Emmy, Tony and Grammy award winner Billy Porter (Pose) is currently playing The Emcee in the acclaimed show at the Kit Kat Club in London, alongside double Olivier Award-nominee Marisha Wallace (Guys & Dolls Olivier Award-winner Beverley Knight (Sylvia, Sister Act, The Drifters Girl, The Bodyguard) is starring in new show Marie & Rosetta at the Rose Theatre in Kingston and Chichester Festival Theatre this spring News of the duet was first announced last month on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2. Billy revealed to Scott Mills that, “I have a single dropping in the next few weeks. It’s a duet with Beverley Knight”. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Beverley Knight (@beverleyknight) Marisha Wallace also announced live on the show that her acclaimed solo concert at the Adelphi Theatre on 11 March 2025 will be released as a live album. You can listen to Scott Mills’ interview with Billy and Marisha on BBC iPlayer (from 1:39) Billy and Marisha are starring in Cabaret until 24 May 2025 In other Billy Porter news, Porter is directing a revival of This Bitter Earth at Soho Theatre this summer (18 June to 26 July 2025) starring Omari Douglas and Alexander Lincoln Cabaret announced last month that it is extending its run again at the Kit Kat Club in London Book tickets to Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club in London Book tickets to Marie & Rosetta at the Rose Theatre London Playhouse Theatre (Kit Kat Club), London Comments and reviews are subject to our participation guidelines policy, which can be viewed here Our policy is for readers to use their REAL NAMES when commenting Playhouse Theatre (Kit Kat Club), London Sign-up for Offers Shows | Offers | Musicals | News Please note: All tickets are subject to availability. Ticketing powered by members of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers [Read more] Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy | Cookies Policy This Sunday (23rd February) Beverley will come alive to the sound of rally cars for the fourth running of the East Riding Stages Rally The first stage of the day at Wawne Common is the longest and runs at 9:29am the crews reassemble in Saturday Market for two runs on the Westwood (12:41pm and 12:56pm) and then it’s a re-run of the first four stages Last year’s winners Mark Kelly and Will Atkinson will lead away the 169 cars from Saturday Market at 9am But having won last year in a Skoda Fabia R5 the pair will be debuting their VW Polo GTI R5 and registered for the Protyre Motorsport UK Asphalt Championship With the East Riding Stages Rally part of the Probite British Rally Championship for the first time it’s fitting that starting at car two are Keith Cronin and Mikie Galvin Between 2009 and 2017 Cronin was champion on five occasions He was fourth in last year’s BRC with a Ford Fiesta Rally2 William Creighton and Liam Regan are the third car away in a Toyota GR Yaris Rally 2 They just missed out on last year’s BRC title in their Fiesta to Chris Ingram while in 2023 they were busy in the WRC3 and ERC3 Championships James Williams and Ross Whittock were second at last year’s East Riding Stages Rally and third in 2022 They are regulars on both asphalt or in the forests with their Hyundai i20 Rally 2 and have been rally winners on UK Asphalt rounds Callum Black and Jack Morton have been at the forefront of asphalt and forest rallying for a few years and were third in last year’s East Riding Stages Rally before ending the year as UK Asphalt Champions in Ford Fiesta Rally 2 for the second successive season Meirion Evans is back in a Toyota GR Yaris Rally 2 that took him to sixth in last year’s BRC Championship Much of Evans past successes have come from the lanes in Ireland James Ford was the 2014 BTRDA Gold Star and Welsh Forest Champion and won the Silver Fern Rally in New Zealand in both 2022 and 2024 the pair have focused mainly on UK tarmac events in the last couple of seasons with their Citroen C3 Rally 2 Romet Jurgenson and Siim Oja and the first of the M-Sport backed Fiesta Rally 2 crews Jurgenson is the current Junior World Rally Champion Jason Pritchard and Phil Clarke complete the top 10 starters in a Toyota GR Yaris Rally 2 having had much of their success in historic cars taking the British Historic title in in 2017 and 2018 The Rose Theatre in London, Chichester Festival Theatre and ETT (English Touring Theatre) have announced the UK premiere of George Brant’s critically acclaimed play Marie and Rosetta starring Beverley Knight Marie and Rosetta is billed as a roof-raising play with music featuring gospel and blues hits that tells the true story of American singer and songwriter Directed by Monique Touko (The Boy at the Back of the Class; School Girls; Or Marie and Rosetta stars multi award-winning singer and actor Beverley Knight (Memphis The full cast and creative team for the show is to be announced Marie and Rosetta runs at the Rose Theatre in Kingston London from 2 to 24 May 2025 and then Chichester Festival Theatre from 25 June to 26 July there’s no current news about a UK tour Actor Beverley Knight said in a statement: “It is a great honour to be cast in the role of Sister Rosetta Tharpe one of the unsung architects of rock ‘n’ roll whether it be in a purely music form or in a theatrical setting I’m excited to be able to tell the Sister Rosetta story in this important play about her life trailblazing career and her relationship with the legendary gospel singer Marie Knight This will be my first role in a professional play; I have performed many times in plays at an amateur level and I’m so thrilled that I get to tell HERstory as my debut her electrifying guitar and her Gospel message laid the foundations on which Chuck Berry Elvis Presley and literally everyone else has walked The Godmother of rock ‘n’ roll deserves to be celebrated and remembered” Director Monique Touko said: “It is truly an honour to stage the UK premiere of Marie and Rosetta by George Brant Returning to both Rose and Chichester with this needed and powerful story feels very timely This play allows us to not only celebrate the incredible lives of two trailblazing Black female musicians blending song and spectacle to bring their legacy to life We’ll zoom in on the moments of their lives and amplify their voices—both literally and metaphorically It’s a privilege and a responsibility to depict these women in their full glory ensuring they receive the recognition they so deeply deserve for their monumental contributions to music and culture.” said: ”I have been passionate about Marie and Rosetta ever since I first read it eight years ago Both women are icons who deserve far greater recognition than they have today I knew immediately that Monique Touko was the right person to direct it – she brings such passion style and integrity to everything she does And there simply is no better performer in the country than Beverley Knight to bring the remarkable Rosetta Tharpe to life This is a show that will delight and move anyone who sees it and I cannot wait to share it with our audience.” Artistic Director of Chichester Festival Theatre said: “We are delighted to be co-producing this wonderful play and welcoming the incomparable Beverley Knight and director Monique Touko to Chichester It’s a joy to renew our relationship with Rose Theatre with whom we’ve recently co-produced Headlong’s A View from the Bridge and also hosted Monique’s superb production The Boy at the Back of the Class We know that Chichester audiences will relish this remarkable story and can’t wait to fill the Minerva Theatre with Beverley’s renditions of this glorious music.” More about Marie and Rosetta Home / News / Rosie Beverley joins LCF Law’s Harrogate real estate team  With 16 years’ experience in real estate law Beverley brings a wealth of knowledge spanning property acquisitions and refinancing across both public and private sectors Her past work includes advising a pharmaceutical transport courier and acting for a major housing association “I really enjoy building strong relationships with clients and fellow lawyers whilst guiding transactions through smoothly In recent years I have advised and assisted clients acquiring and disposing of multi-million-pound property portfolios consisting of freehold and leasehold properties as well as acting on behalf of Trustees in bankruptcy cases.”  “I was excited to join LCF Law as its team of specialist property solicitors are well-known and respected and they work with an expansive range of commercial and residential property clients.”  she ensures every transaction is managed seamlessly from start to finish.”  “We regularly represent international charities high net worth individuals and pension funds as well as advising landlords and owner-occupiers on leasehold enfranchisement It’s great to welcome Rosie to our team as we continue to expand our client service offering.”  LCF Law advises on a broad spectrum of property-related matters including commercial leases York-based law firm Hethertons Solicitors has reinforced its property team with the appointment of Khal Shahjahan as associate director Blacks Solicitors has expanded its corporate law team with the appointment of Rebecca Holden as a partner Keep up-to-date on the latest legal victories as well as all of the corporate social responsibility work being undertaken on behalf of worthy causes and charities Yorkshire Legal is a platform for solicitors barristers and junior lawyers in the region to discuss debate and educate this highly important professional sector © 2023 Copyright Barker Brooks Communications Ltd Find out more in our Privacy notice. 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The second-year scholar has predominantly featured for the Under-18s this season under David Meyler and Mark Beard including all three Professional Development League Cup games against Bradford City Doncaster Rovers and Barnsley respectively After netting in the final pre-season friendly against Rotherham United the striker scored a brace in a 3-1 league win over Birmingham City in October 2024 before scoring a 96th-minute equaliser at The Den in the third round of the FA Youth Cup a month later against Millwall who are under the management of David Ricardo sit in the play-off positions in fourth place with 46 points accumulated after 26 games played Possessing a number of ex-City academy players including Bobby Attree McCauley Snelgrove and Glen Sani to name a few Durkan will be aiming to make his debut on Saturday 1 February when they travel to Manse Lane to face Knaresborough Town Professional Development Phase Coach David Meyler said: "I’m thrilled Aidan has been given the chance to go on loan to Beverley Town and we thank them for the opportunity.  "Aidan has a great work ethic and pushes himself daily to be better and we feel this opportunity has come at the right time in his development. It’ll be great for Aidan to experience men’s football and I’m looking forward to seeing him play." We would like to wish Aidan the best of luck for his loan spell at Norwood Park Register to Drapers to read ONE FREE article and a FREE digital edition Women's athleisure brand Tala is opening its first permanent brick-and-mortar store this May Founded in 2019 by fitness influencer-turned-entrepreneur and Drapers 30 Under 30 2021 alumna Grace Beverley the digital-first business will take on a 2,000 sq ft retail unit at 3-4 Carnaby Street double-fronted store will include omnichannel and mobile checkout capabilities it will stock a range of store-exclusive products The central London location will allow the business to raise consumer awareness among visiting tourists Tala CEO Morgan Fowles (right) told Drapers: "Being such an international footfall location one of the targets for us is just to attract customers and build brand awareness - not just in London "That was part of why we chose the location [of Carnaby Street]." The 2,000 sq ft store will also double as a community-building venue for consumers: "The space is big enough that we can host events in-store influencers or a Pilates class," said Fowles Tala trades primarily through its direct-to-consumer ecommerce website and launched in luxury department store Selfridges in May 2024 which helped inform the decision to open a standalone store: "Our customers have told us resoundingly including via our success at Selfridges stores across the UK that they still love shopping in physical stores," she added The womenswear brand, known for its activewear products including leggings and sports bras, is also stocked online by Asos, Next and Next's premium fashion platform Seasons Retail prices range from £14 for intimates to £229 for a water-resistant puffer coat It will also allow consumers to make more informed purchasing decisions amid a wide range of Tala products: "As soon as you're in a physical space with all of our ranges laid out it starts to become clear to you whether you're a Sculpt Seamless [shapewear-inspired athleisure] customer whether you're a DayFlex [daily athleisure] customer "That's the sort of forum that a physical space can provide that is a lot more difficult to communicate online," she said Beverley described the upcoming first store opening as "a dream come true" "I'm most excited for visitors to feel the quality of our products and interact with the brand in a space that offers a rich Last month, Tala appointed Boden's and Net-A-Porter's Jon Wetherell as creative director analysis and advice to keep you updated… New Look has successfully onboarded 100% of its core supplier base onto… Marks & Spencer has reassured that all third-party brands trading on its… Get full access to all the fashion industry news and intelligence you need Browse the archive of more than 55,000 articles read the daily and weekly newsletters in full and gain priority access to Drapers events To continue reading this article you must log in If you've never set a password you may need to register for free here and get unlimited access TTG Media Limited.Place of registration: England and Wales.Company number 08723341.Registered address: 2-6 Boundary Row Having been in born in a rural village in Wales I grew up loving it but in my teens and twenties found it boring and in all honesty suffocating, everyone knew everyone and in my mind that meant every ones business! As a result in 1986 I moved to the city, not just any city but London where the lights shone bright and no one cared who you were or indeed local city, Cardiff may be a better choice, but I was adamant so off like Dick Whittington I went. This move led me to over the next 24 years making 22 others; I lived in cities (I spent some time in Dublin too), by the sea and back in a country setting; I lived in bedsits, apartments, houses and cottages but as happy as I thought I was I could never settle, until I came home. Yep in 2011 I moved back to that rural village and I have never been happier. I love my life and indeed everything about it, I have done since the day I returned. I have realised that there really is no place like home and indeed home is where the heart is. Looking back on all those house moves I can see that actually the best places I lived were in fact set in the country, I just love being out and about surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature however years ago I guess my youth saw it differently. When getting married two years ago we choose a country setting for our wedding and I loved it so much I have decided to hold our retreat there this summer. The venue is literally surrounded by the lush Monmouthshire countryside we live in which can do nothing but create relaxation and calm, for more details check the events page on my website. So, what is your preference? Does your home now reflect your childhood? Maybe you still live in the childhood home or community. If not do you ever go ‘home’ and wonder why you ever left? For years I spent time searching for something that was only to be found where I started, in fairness my travel around different homes bought me great joy and many, many friends who I am still so blessed to have in my life, yet I do often wonder, ‘what if I never left’? I know I am not the only person who left my home village only to come back, in fact I often get chatting to many who say after years of wanderlust from home it has truly been the only place where the heart has remained. Today I am grateful for the community I live in, there is so much care for each other and I for one know that village life is definitely for me, that combined with the sight of wild flowers showing us spring is around the corner show's me every day that you can take the girl away from home but you can never take home away from the girl (in my case anyway). Comments Tel: 01873 852187[email protected]Follow us Further Links Owned or licensed to Tindle Newspapers Ltd | Independent Family-Owned Newspapers | Copyright & Trade Mark Notice & 2013 - 2025 The National Centre for Early Music’s (NCEM) Beverley and East Riding Early Music Festival is set to return in May (23 to 25 May) for its 37th edition The 2025 programme aims to celebrates the Georgian heritage for which this historic Yorkshire town is known The 2025 festival looks at Beverley through the eyes of 18th century diarist John Courtney exploring the music of a town at the centre of Georgian society As well as lectures focusing on the Georgian era the festival programme will offer guided walks and musical activities for younger audiences as well as a series of concerts welcoming musical talent from across the globe Festival and NCEM director Dr Delma Tomlin MBE said: ‘We’re delighted to be back in Beverley for what is always a joyful weekend of music and friendship in the glorious market town This year we’ll be looking at the history of Georgian Beverley through the eyes of 18th century diarist John Courtney and welcoming back a host of our favourite musicians for this wonderful annual celebration of history and culture I would also like to say a special thank you to the Georgian Society for East Yorkshire as well as Susan and David Neave for their invaluable help.’ This year’s festival sees the return of instrumental ensemble Florilegium who team up with Rowan Pierce for a concert centred around the music of G F Handel as well as BBC New Generation Baroque Ensemble Augelletti who return to Beverley for weekend residency including a music and dance workshop for families an evening of folk tunes and country dance music at the Monk’s Walk Public House and the festival finale focusing on the legacy of local diarist John Courtney Also coming to Beverley in 2025 is vibrant duo soprano Nardus Williams (pictured above) and lute player Elizabeth Kenny who present an afternoon of storytelling from 17th century Italy Vocal ensemble Stile Antico also marks its 20th anniversary with a concert in Beverley Minster and a Come and Sing event giving participants a chance to sing music from the Sistine Chapel It marks Knight’s professional play debut Alex Wood The full cast and creative team has been announced the UK premiere of George Brant’s Marie and Rosetta the production tells the story of gospel and blues singer Rosetta Tharpe and her protégé and features a play with music that celebrates Tharpe’s legacy as a key figure in the development of rock ’n’ roll Beverley Knight will play Rosetta Tharpe, marking her professional play debut. Joining her will be Ntombizodwa Ndlovu making her London stage debut as Marie Knight The creative team includes Monique Touko (director) and Teresa Nagel (associate lighting designer) I am incredibly grateful to work alongside such a talented and passionate creative team whose skill and dedication will bring this story to life in the most profound way We have found our Marie in Ntombizodwa Ndlovu we aim to create a space where Marie and Rosetta’s powerful bond and transformative influence can resonate with UK audiences every element of this production works in harmony to highlight the immense cultural significance of these trailblazing women.” Marie and Rosetta will play at the Rose Theatre from 2 to 24 May 2025 before transferring to Chichester Festival Theatre from 25 June to 26 July 2025 Get the best deals and latest updates on theatre and shows by signing up for WhatsOnStage newsletter today while Billy Porter is currently starring in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club West End stars Beverley Knight and Billy Porter will host the 2025 Olivier Awards this spring The ceremony will take place at the Royal Albert Hall on 6 April The awards ceremony honours excellence in the London theatre industry Three-time Olivier nominee Knight returned to the London stage last year in Sister Act She won an award in 2023 for her performance in Sylvia who is currently starring in the multi-Olivier award-winning Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club The event will mark the 40th Olivier Awards since actor Sir Laurence Olivier gave his name to the ceremony in 1984 Knight said: "I am so chuffed to be hosting this year’s Olivier Awards I’m even more excited to be hosting alongside Billy Porter who is a phenomenal talent It is an honour to be asked to hold the reins of such an important and prestigious night of celebrating theatre." Porter said: "I am thrilled and honoured to host the Olivier Awards alongside the fantastic Beverley Knight I’m so grateful for the warm welcome from the London theatre community and am looking forward to a magnificent evening." Highlights from the ceremony will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX on the evening of the event Nominees for the 2025 awards are yet to be announced. Check back for more information and read our list of last year's winners. Photo credit: Beverley Knight and Billy Porter. (Photo courtesy of the Olivier Awards) You can unsubscribe at any time. Privacy Policy Popular BBC television show Bargain Hunt will be filming at the Hawleys antiques and fine art auction being held at Beverley Racecourse this weekend will be on the podium taking the bids as the cast and crew film six episodes of the show for broadcast later this year Caroline is one of a team of Bargain Hunt antiques experts who advise two competing red and blue teams in their challenge to find items that will earn them a profit when later sold at auction This time Caroline will not be advising but will be filmed in the ‘what the auctioneer thinks’ segment appraising the teams’ purchases and giving the auction estimate The Hawleys auction opens for a preview day on Friday (14th February) with the auction taking place from 10am on Saturday (Lots 1 to 701) and Sunday (Lots 702 – 1328) (15th and 16th February) with further previews on both mornings from 8am to 10am Bargain Hunt will film the “auctioneer’s chat” on Friday afternoon before filming the sale of lots from 10am on Saturday Caroline and her team will be selling more than 1,300 lots at the weekend’s auction including a range of collectables Caroline said: “Bargain Hunt are doing a ‘super shoot’; of six programmes so I hope as many people can come along as possible and enjoy the experience as well as take a look at a range of wonderful lots in the sale – to suit all budgets “We get bidders from all over the world online and many collectors and bargain hunters travel from across the country to come to our auctions.” Some of the highlights this weekend include: medieval stone pinnacles from Beverley Minster and a leather covered armchair belonging to Robert Blackburn of Blackburn’s Aircraft company This was rescued from a bonfire when his office was updated Also getting a lot of interest is a mid-20th century Hans J Wegner beech dining table and set of six “heart” stacking chairs; an assortment of fruit painted Royal Worcester; and a 1911 first limited edition 0000/250 Presentation Copy of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson And the second batch of one of the country’s finest private collections of Spode porcelain will be offered for sale The first part went under the hammer at Hawleys auction last November with the third and final part to be held later in the year Entry to the auction is via the owners and trainers’ entrance at Beverley Racecourse Refreshments to include hot sandwiches will be available all day the Denver Nuggets beat the LA Clippers (at home) by a score of 120-101 to advance to the second round of the NBA playoffs Russell Westbrook finished the victory with 16 points five assists and five steals while shooting 5/9 from the field and 2/4 from the three-point range in 27 minutes of playing time Via StatMuse: "Russell Westbrook is shooting better from three than Steph Curry Anthony Edwards and Jalen Brunson this playoffs.From a stat-stuffing MVP to an elite 3&D player Russell Westbrook is shooting better from three than Steph Curry, Kawhi Leonard, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards and Jalen Brunson this playoffs.From a stat-stuffing MVP to an elite 3&D player. What a time to be alive. pic.twitter.com/P61vmXpqPj During the game, former NBA star Patrick Beverley sent out a post about Westbrook His message had over 3,000 likes and 100,000 impressions in two hours He wrote: "we should all agree after this game Win or Lose the Westbrook slander is done we should all agree after this game Win or Lose the Westbrook slander is done Westbrook and Beverley had a rivalry during their careers but then they became teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers (2022-23) Pat Bev 😁 Russell Westbrook [📸: @Lakers] pic.twitter.com/jMAXhU3csE Westbrook finished his first regular season with the Nuggets averaging 13.3 points 6.1 assists and 1.4 steals per contest while shooting 44.9% from the field and 32.3% from the three-point range in 75 games Via @StatMamba: "Russell Westbrook now has the most offensive rebounds by a guard in Game 7s in NBA history." Russell Westbrook now has the most offensive rebounds by a guard in Game 7s in NBA history. pic.twitter.com/KvFdddIiv7 The Nuggets will now face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round. Westbrook spent the first 11 years of his NBA career with the Thunder. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER with the Rockets on the verge of a 3-1 series comeback that would turn the tide for them after being dominated by the Warriors in their past playoff series Golden State has the edge entering halftime with a 12-point lead While fans are reacting to Steph Curry's quiet first half and Buddy Hield's dominant shooting display some former players are also chiming in on the conversation ex-Chicago Bulls guard Patrick Beverley shared his statement on what he's seen during the first half of an exciting Game 7 steph struggling and team is still responding As mentioned in the first part of his post Jimmy Butler was helping keep Draymond Green calm as the defensive star received a technical foul after hitting Fred VanVleet in the face he had just three points in the entire first half not making a shot until the end of the first half Buddy Hield's historic first half kept them ahead BUDDY HIELD HALF COURT BUZZER BEATER 🔥 pic.twitter.com/zxbpJCZnH4 in a second half that surely will be a tight finish the winner is set to advance and face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second round With the Timberwolves coming off a five-game series win over the Los Angeles Lakers whoever the Wolves face will be in for a test Donovan Mitchell Joins Michael Jordan in NBA History After Cavaliers-Pacers Ex-NBA Guard Patrick Beverley Sends Message to Russell Westbrook During Game 7 Chicago Bulls Legend Calls Out Clippers After Game 7 Loss LIAM WILLERUPA 2024 graduate of the University of Miami, Liam spent several years covering the University’s football and basketball teams. An avid basketball fan, you can find Liam on X @theleftyliam where he’s constantly sharing his thoughts. The Olivier-winning star ‘excited and honoured’ to take the lead in the UK premiere of Marie and Rosetta Beverley Knight is to play Sister Rosetta Tharpe in a drama about the gospel singer and guitarist who became known as “the godmother of rock’n’roll” Read moreDirector Monique Touko said: “This play allows us to not only celebrate the incredible lives of two trailblazing Black female musicians and amplify their voices – both literally and metaphorically.” Marie and Rosetta runs at the Rose theatre from 2-24 May then at Chichester Festival theatre from 25 June-26 July As we find ourselves in a new calendar year (and how quickly it seems to have come around!) I’d like to wish all our regular parkrunners and walkers volunteers and visitors a very happy and healthy 2025 – may it bring you all much joy I’ve found myself reflecting on ‘joy’ a lot lately – what it really means how we can hold onto it for longer…  One of the things that regularly brings me joy is turning up on the Westwood on a Saturday morning to walk/jog/trudge/ shuffle/dance (only very occasionally!) my way round parkrun in excellent company Even on the days when I feel like I might not have enough energy to push myself physically I know that if I can just make it to the start area I can choose to participate at my own pace without any pressure or competition (other than with myself!) or to support the event as a marshal (with our grassy undulating course and cow companions in the summer months those special days when you can chase the next PB have their own magic too when I’ve shared the morning with like-minded people Linda Spencer (smiling above) and Sara Owen who I chatted with on the way round this week!) and beautiful views across the pastures (even in the fog there’s something special about the way Black Mill suddenly emerges in front of you) and doing something unrelated to the day-to-day pressures responsibilities and anxieties that can dominate our thoughts throughout the rest of the week I was therefore determined to join in with the first Beverley Westwood parkrun of 2025 generously supported by 41 vivacious volunteers walked and ran alongside ‘auld acquaintances’ and new (42 BWp first-timers including 9 people running and walking their first ever parkrun) and this week’s cohort included those from Bristol  We really hope you enjoyed your BWp experience and would love to see you again soon The frost made for a chilly morning (grateful thanks to the volunteer team especially the marshals standing out in the cold to help keep us safe and spur us on with their enthusiasm and encouragement!) helping a terrific 17 of our number to achieve a PB – amazing work We love to give a shout out for milestone achievements Richard Foster and Alex Dean celebrated their 25th parkrun Suzie Hulse ran her 50th and Sarah Harris-Smith reached 150 – congratulations to you all and I hope parkrun continues to bring you joy lightning Luke Chatizwa led the pack home in first place (in 18:52) with Giles Rowley crossing the finish line at 20:39 and Kayden Chatizwa just seconds behind setting a super new PB of 20:45 finished just a couple of minutes behind Luke (in 21:18) to bring it home for the ladies – fantastic efforts In a report dominated by mentions of achievements and joy A familiar face to the BWp regulars and volunteers Finlay and his family have enjoyed running on the Westwood and with Beverley Athletic Club for years It was therefore a proud moment for us all to see him don the Run Director vest on Saturday morning (supported by Ed Husband) give the briefing and set the runners and walkers off completing his bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award having volunteered at parkrun for 13 weeks in the Windmill Inn over a post-run coffee it was clear to see how much parkrun means to the family and while Finlay has excelled at the varied volunteering roles that support the event he is looking forward to finding his own joy through returning to running the course We can’t wait to see your milestones and PBs stack up thank you for your efforts and good luck in all you do next a quick note on the joys of the post-parkrun ritual that is coffee and/or breakfast at the Windmill Inn… if the physical activity of the parkrun itself is not a possibility for you personally or you can manage it but the weather’s been unkind and you forgot your gloves and your socks are wet or you were disappointed with your finish time trust me when I say that rewards can be found elsewhere catch-ups and laughter as you warm your hands round that first lovely coffee – these can all bring joy to your Saturday too A particular shout out to my coffee company this week Polly Campbell (a BWp and Beverley Fitmums regular who is now a firm friend) Mike Wilson (congratulations to Mike on completing his first parkrun though he couldn’t scan his barcode on this occasion – we look forward to welcoming you back again for your ‘official’ first!) and the fabulous ‘Where’s Wally’-costumed Ali Carter who shared with us the joys of parkrun tourism (and the friendships made along the way) whilst sorting tokens with regular BWp runner and volunteer Julia Peplow where parkrun first started 20 years ago – and unsurprisingly Finlay and the Hill family have also made the ‘parkrun pilgrimage’ to Bushy to run this special course that started it all Thanks to all of you for sharing your anecdotes and enthusiasm while we thawed out walk and drink coffee with you all again very soon Of the 42 first timers 33 were parkrun tourists and 9 people completed their first parkrun 17 speedy people recorded a new personal best and representatives of 22 different clubs took part The event was made possible by 41 vivacious volunteers: This week's full results and a complete event history can be found on the Beverley Westwood parkrun Results Page Beverley Westwood parkrun started on 13 July 2019  Since then 8,183 participants have completed 42,729 parkruns covering a total distance of 213,645 km  A total of 697 individuals have volunteered 6,902 times © parkrun Limited (Company Number: 07289574) No part of this site may be reproduced in whole or in part in any manner without the permission of the copyright owner and English Touring Theatre have announced the UK premiere of George Brant’s Marie and Rosetta The production tells the story of gospel and blues singer Rosetta Tharpe and her protégé which runs at the Rose Theatre from 2 to 24 May 2025 Beverley Knight will play Rosetta Tharpe The full cast and creative team are yet to be announced Knight said today: “It is a great honour to be cast in the role of Sister Rosetta Tharpe “This will be my first role in a professional play; I have performed many times in plays at an amateur level and I’m so thrilled that I get to tell HERstory as my debut The Godmother of rock ‘n’ roll deserves to be celebrated and remembered.” The Rose Theatre run will begin with priority booking for members on 14 January with general booking opening on 20 January The Chichester Festival Theatre run will be part of Festival 2025 with details announced on 13 February and general booking opening on 1 March Get the best deals and latest updates on theatre and shows by signing up for WhatsOnStage newsletter today!