The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge, spent months rehearsing for its Christmas Eve service, which is broadcast worldwide. Its hope was to perform it live.
Source: A Choir Tries to Keep Its Christmas Tradition Alive – The New York Times
Monthly Archives: December 2020
‘His Dark Materials’ Renewed For Season 3 At HBO & BBC – Deadline
His Dark Materials is officially coming back for a third and final season.
Source: ‘His Dark Materials’ Renewed For Season 3 At HBO & BBC – Deadline
Wonderful news!
This British Airways Jumbo Jet Will Become a Movie Star in Retirement – Robb Report
A British Airways jumbo jet, retired due to Covid-19, will become a set where movies like Casino Royale and Mission Impossible were filmed.
Source: This British Airways Jumbo Jet Will Become a Movie Star in Retirement – Robb Report
End of an Era: The Last British Airways B747 Flight – An Emotional Farewell – YouTube
From Sam Chui:
I traveled to the UK to see the Final British Airways 747 flight and landing. During this trip, I was able to see all 3 British Airways Retro Liveries 747 across the countryside in England and Wales. My first stop was Dunsfold Aerodrome, I visited the Landor livery 747. I was able to go inside and take a last look of the cabin and cockpit. Then I drove to Cotswold Airport to see Negus livery 747. Cotswold Airport CEO Suzannah Harvey personally gave me a tour and explain the work to save the 747. My last stop was in Cardiff, Wales where the BOAC livery 747 flew out from Cardiff to St Athan. It was a very short ferry flight but a very emotional one as this was the final BA 747 flight. I was at St Athan to watch the Final BA 747 landing. It was a great momentous landing with a quick stop on the short runway. After landing, I went inside the 747 to interview the pilots and witness the final power down of the 747. It was the end of an era for British Airways 747. All 3 BA retro 747 liveries (Landor, Negus and BOAC) will be preserved in the UK.
A marvellous video. I wish I could have been there. But I’m lucky that I did see this aircraft in person when it visited Chicago in 2019.
Upcoming TV adaptations from books coming in 2021 – Radio Times
From The Pursuit of Love, to Sally Rooney’s Conversations with Friends,
read on for our top picks.
Source: Upcoming TV adaptations from books coming in 2021 – Radio Times
Masterpiece preview: PBS reveals amazing line-up of new British shows coming in 2021 – British Period Dramas
It’s the 50th anniversary of PBS drama strand Masterpiece next month!
Bringing award-winning British television to American viewers for five decades, Masterpiece is celebrating with an incredible anniversary schedule in 2021.
BBC Select: BBC Studios Launches Streamer In US, Canada – Deadline
BBC Studios has pulled the curtain back on its latest streamer, BBC Select, which will go live across the U.S. and Canada early next year.
Source: BBC Select: BBC Studios Launches Streamer In US, Canada – Deadline
Supreme Court lifts ban on Heathrow third runway – BBC News
In a blow to campaigners, judges say ministers’ decision to approve the runway was legitimate.
Source: Supreme Court lifts ban on Heathrow third runway – BBC News
Over London by Jason Hawkes
I’ve been flying over and photographing London from a helicopter for almost twenty years. I work from AS355s, which are twin engined machines, giving access to the whole city. Harnessed and leaning out of the side door, you get stunning views. It’s amazing fun most of the time, but a challenging place to work from. It’s pretty cramped with all your camera gear, incredibly noisy and in the winter months definitely gets a little cold.
Source: Over London by Jason Hawkes
This is truly wonderful. What a joy to scroll through!
The Bridges Of Old London | Spitalfields Life
London owes its very existence to bridges, since the location of the capital upon the banks of the Thames was defined by the lowest crossing point of the river. No wonder that the London & Middlesex Archaeological Society collected this edifying series of pictures of bridges on glass plates to use in their magic lantern shows at the Bishopsgate Institute.
The Obsessive Life and Mysterious Death of the Fisherman Who Discovered The Loch Ness Monster
A humble Scotsman saw something strange in the water—and daringly set out to catch it—only to have lecherous out-of-towners steal his fame and upend his quest.
Source: The Obsessive Life and Mysterious Death of the Fisherman Who Discovered The Loch Ness Monster
First Diana, now Sir Mick: Crown creators to film drama on the rise of the Rolling Stones
It is due to be overseen by Nick Hornby, author of High Fidelity
Source: First Diana, now Sir Mick: Crown creators to film drama on the rise of the Rolling Stones
Netflix Unveils Projects With Sam Mendes, Rowan Atkinson, Andy Serkis – Variety
Netflix has added seven new series to its original content slate out of the U.K., working with the likes of former “Mr. Bean” star Rowan Atkinson, Sam Mendes and Andy Serkis, along with…
Source: Netflix Unveils Projects With Sam Mendes, Rowan Atkinson, Andy Serkis – Variety
Heathrow to shut Terminal 4 until end of next year – BBC News
The airport operator says passenger numbers fell sharply following a second lockdown.
Source: Heathrow to shut Terminal 4 until end of next year – BBC News
Dame Barbara Windsor: Carry On and EastEnders actress dies aged 83 – BBC News
She was best known for her role as Peggy Mitchell in EastEnders and parts in the Carry On films.
Source: Dame Barbara Windsor: Carry On and EastEnders actress dies aged 83 – BBC News
British TV Christmas Specials on Acorn TV: 2020 Edition – I Heart British TV
One of the many wonderful things about British TV is the commitment to making great Christmas specials. Rather than just throwing in a Christmas tree in some
Source: British TV Christmas Specials on Acorn TV: 2020 Edition – I Heart British TV
‘The Tail of the Curious Mouse’ trailer: Dawn French plays Beatrix Potter in new 1920s drama – British Period Dramas
Sky has released a trailer for Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse. The new 90-minute TV movie
Production Wraps On C.S. Lewis Biopic ‘The Most Reluctant Convert’ – Deadline
A C.S. Lewis biopic has wrapped in the UK with a team including the Moulin Rouge composer and Death On The Nile exec producer.
Source: Production Wraps On C.S. Lewis Biopic ‘The Most Reluctant Convert’ – Deadline
Something to look forward to.
21 Great British Period Dramas Set in the Edwardian Era – I Heart British TV
Compared to Queen Victoria’s long 63-year-and-seven-month reign, the Edwardian era is the mere blink of an eye. The Edwardian Era lasted just nine years, from
Source: 21 Great British Period Dramas Set in the Edwardian Era – I Heart British TV
The Dig Trailer: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes Find a Buried Ship – /Film
Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes, and Lily James star in The Dig trailer for the true-story drama about a widow whose estate becomes an archaeological dig.
Source: The Dig Trailer: Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes Find a Buried Ship – /Film
This looks very, very good!
‘Field of Broken Dreams’: London’s Growing Taxi Graveyards – The New York Times
Confronted with deserted streets during the pandemic, drivers are turning in their rented black cabs by the hundreds.
Source: ‘Field of Broken Dreams’: London’s Growing Taxi Graveyards – The New York Times
Very sad. One hopes that these icons will all return to the roads when we’re all able to return to London.
Cinderella: BBC Reunites Olivia Colman, Helena Bonham Carter – Deadline
The Crown stars Olivia Colman and Helena Bonham Carter are to star in a socially distanced pantomime staging of Cinderella for BBC Two.
Source: Cinderella: BBC Reunites Olivia Colman, Helena Bonham Carter – Deadline
Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole leaving Doctor Who with “emotional” send-off – Radio Times
The BBC has confirmed that two of Jodie Whittaker’s companions are leaving the series.
Source: Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole leaving Doctor Who with “emotional” send-off – Radio Times