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Alan Mehdizadeh
Alan Mehdizadeh ( fa, الان مهدیزاده; born 4 September 1982) is a British-Iranian actor, appearing on stage and screen. He has recently played the role of Monk in Graham Moore's '' The Outfit''. He played the role of Don in the West End musical, '' Kinky Boots''. He is also a talent agent, and runs London-based agency Avenue Management. Early life Alan Mehdizadeh was born in Hastings, East Sussex. His father is Iranian, and his mother is English. He is the eldest of 4 siblings. His early career started at the Questors Theatre in Ealing, where he appeared in a youth production of 'Godspell', when he was 14. He then went on to perform at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre in a production of 'Watership Down', where he played Cowslip. He also regularly appeared in popular BBC children's programme 'Grange Hill'. Education Mehdizadeh graduated from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth in 2007 (where he read Drama). Whilst studying, he also founded the long-running C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hastings
Hastings () is a large seaside town and borough in East Sussex on the south coast of England, east to the county town of Lewes and south east of London. The town gives its name to the Battle of Hastings, which took place to the north-west at Senlac Hill in 1066. It later became one of the medieval Cinque Ports. In the 19th century, it was a popular seaside resort, as the railway allowed tourists and visitors to reach the town. Today, Hastings is a fishing port with the UK's largest beach-based fishing fleet. It has an estimated population of 92,855 as of 2018. History Early history The first mention of Hastings is found in the late 8th century in the form ''Hastingas''. This is derived from the Old English tribal name '' Hæstingas'', meaning 'the constituency (followers) of Hæsta'. Symeon of Durham records the victory of Offa in 771 over the ''Hestingorum gens'', that is, "the people of the Hastings tribe." Hastingleigh in Kent was named after that tribe. The place ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anthony Welsh
Anthony Michael Welsh (born 5 July 1983) is an English actor. He made his film debut in '' Red Tails'' (2012). On television, he is known for his role as Lucky Gordon in ''The Trial of Christine Keeler'' (2019–2020). Early life and education Welsh was born at Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital in the Hammersmith area of West London and grew up in West Ealing. He attended Drayton Manor High School. He began taking evening acting classes at Richmond Drama School when he was about 20 followed by a foundation course. He went on to train at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is a drama school located in Hammersmith, London. It is the oldest specialist drama school in the British Isles and a founding member of the Federation of Drama Schools. LAMDA's Principal is ... (LAMDA). Filmography Film Television Video games Music videos Stage References External links * Living people 1983 births ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amazon Prime
Amazon Prime is a paid subscription service from Amazon which is available in various countries and gives users access to additional services otherwise unavailable or available at a premium to other Amazon customers. Services include same, one- or two-day delivery of goods and streaming music, video, e-books, gaming and grocery shopping services. In April 2021, Amazon reported that Prime had more than 200 million subscribers worldwide. History Early history In 2005, Amazon announced Amazon Prime as a membership service offering free two-day shipping within the contiguous United States on all eligible purchases for an annual fee of $79 () and discounted one-day shipping rates. Amazon launched the program in Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom in 2007; in France (as "Amazon Premium") in 2008, in Italy in 2011, in Canada in 2013, in India in July 2016, in Mexico in March 2017, in Turkey in September 2020, in Sweden in September 2021, and in Poland in October 2021. Ama ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Power (TV Series)
''The Power'' is an upcoming British science fiction drama television series developed by Raelle Tucker, Naomi Alderman, and Sarah Quintrell for Amazon Prime Video, based on Alderman's 2016 novel of the same name. The first season is expected to consist of nine episodes, and is scheduled to premiere on March 31, 2023. Premise The world of ''The Power'' is our world, but for one twist of nature. Suddenly, and without warning, all teenage girls in the world develop the power to electrocute people at will. It's hereditary, it's inbuilt, and it can't be taken away from them. Coming alive to the thrill of pure power: the ability to hurt or even kill by releasing electrical jolts from their fingertips, they rapidly learn they can awaken the Power in older women. Soon enough nearly every woman in the world can do it. And then everything is different. Cast and characters Main * Toni Collette as Margot Cleary-Lopez: The mayor of Seattle and a mother of three kids. * Auliʻi Cr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stephen Merchant
Stephen James Merchant (born 24 November 1974) is an English comedian, actor, director, presenter and writer. Alongside Ricky Gervais, Merchant was the co-writer and co-director of the British TV comedy series ''The Office'' (2001–2003), and co-writer, co-director, and co-star of both '' Extras'' (2005–2007) and '' Life's Too Short'' (2011–2013). With Gervais and Karl Pilkington, he hosted '' The Ricky Gervais Show'' in its radio, podcast, audiobook, and television formats; the radio version won a bronze Sony Award. He also provided the voice of the robotic "Intelligence Dampening Sphere" Wheatley in the 2011 video game '' Portal 2''. Merchant co-developed the Sky1 travel series ''An Idiot Abroad'' (2010–2012) and co-created ''Lip Sync Battle'' (2015–present). Merchant has performed as a stand-up comedian, which led to him writing and starring in the HBO series ''Hello Ladies'' (2013–2014), based on his stand-up material. He starred in his first play, Richard Bea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Outlaws (2021 TV Series)
''The Outlaws'' is a crime thriller comedy television series created by Elgin James and Stephen Merchant, and directed by Merchant and John Butler. It is shown on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK and Amazon Prime Video in some international territories. Filming of series 1 was halted in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In January 2021 it was confirmed that a second series had been ordered, with series 1 production resuming in February 2021. It was later confirmed that both series had been filmed back to back. Plot The story follows seven strangers from different walks of life who are forced together to complete a Community Payback sentence, set in Bristol. However, their luck changes – not necessarily for the better – when they discover a bag full of money, unaware that its true owners are very dangerous. Cast * Christopher Walken as Frank Sheldon, an American former conman living with his estranged daughter and grandchildren. * Stephen Merchant as Greg Dillard, an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kerry Godliman
Kerry Anna Godliman (born November 1973) is an English actor and comedian best known for her roles in ''Derek'', '' Bad Move'' and '' After Life''. Early life Godliman was born in Perivale, West London, and trained at Rose Bruford College in South London. Career Television In the first decade of the 2000s, Godliman appeared in a variety of television productions, including ''Spoons'', '' Law of the Playground'', '' Rush Hour'', ''Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow'', and '' Home Time''. She played Hannah in Ricky Gervais's Channel 4 sitcom ''Derek'', Belinda Dawes in ''Our Girl'', and Liz Carter in ''Carters Get Rich''. In 2017, Godliman landed the role of Nicky in the ITV sitcom '' Bad Move'' and in 2018, she played Peggy Aytean in the Channel 4 computer game series ''Rob Beckett's Playing for Time''. The same year, she won the seventh series of Dave's comedy game show '' Taskmaster'', beating James Acaster, Jessica Knappett, Phil Wang, and Rhod Gilbert. Between 2017 and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Whitstable Pearl
''Whitstable Pearl'' is a 2021 British crime drama television serial broadcast and produced by Acorn TV, based on a series of novels by Julie Wassmer. Plot Pearl Nolan, single mother of a grown son, is a private detective who, together with her mum, runs the Whitstable Pearl, a seafood restaurant in the coastal town of Whitstable. When a friend dies under suspicious circumstances, Pearl finds herself in conflict with gruff new-cop-in-town, detective Mike McGuire. Cast and characters Main * Kerry Godliman as Pearl Nolan, single mum who runs the Whitstable Pearl * Howard Charles as DCI Mike McGuire, a dour police detective who moves to Whitstable from London * Frances Barber as Dolly Nolan, Pearl's widowed mother and co-manager of the Whitstable Pearl Recurring * Isobelle Molloy as Ruby Williams, waitress at the Whitstable Pearl * Rohan Nedd as Charlie Nolan, Pearl's son * Sophia Del Pizzo as Nikki Martel, detective sergeant in Whitstable Episodes Season 1 (2021) Seaso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
London
London is the capital and List of urban areas in the United Kingdom, largest city of England and the United Kingdom, with a population of just under 9 million. It stands on the River Thames in south-east England at the head of a estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a major settlement for two millennia. The City of London, its ancient core and financial centre, was founded by the Roman Empire, Romans as ''Londinium'' and retains its medieval boundaries.See also: Independent city#National capitals, Independent city § National capitals The City of Westminster, to the west of the City of London, has for centuries hosted the national Government of the United Kingdom, government and Parliament of the United Kingdom, parliament. Since the 19th century, the name "London" has also referred to the metropolis around this core, historically split between the Counties of England, counties of Middlesex, Essex, Surrey, Kent, and Hertfordshire, which largely comprises Greater London ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adelphi Theatre
The Adelphi Theatre is a West End theatre, located on the Strand in the City of Westminster, central London. The present building is the fourth on the site. The theatre has specialised in comedy and musical theatre, and today it is a receiving house for a variety of productions, including many musicals. The theatre was Grade II listed for historical preservation on 1 December 1987. History 19th century It was founded in 1806 as the Sans Pareil ("Without Compare"), by merchant John Scott, and his daughter Jane (1770–1839). Jane was a British theatre manager, performer, and playwright. Together, they gathered a theatrical company and by 1809 the theatre was licensed for musical entertainments, pantomime, and burletta. She wrote more than fifty stage pieces in an array of genres: melodramas, pantomimes, farces, comic operettas, historical dramas, and adaptations, as well as translations. Jane Scott retired to Surrey in 1819, marrying John Davies Middleton (1790– ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Louisa Lytton
Louisa Claire Lytton (born 7 February 1989) is an English actress. She is known for her roles as Ruby Allen in '' EastEnders'' and Beth Green in ''The Bill''. She also finished fourth in the fourth series of '' Strictly Come Dancing'' in 2006 and represented the UK at the Eurovision Dance Contest 2008, finishing ninth. Her theatre credits include playing Betty Rizzo in the 2017 UK touring production of the musical '' Grease''. Early life Born on 7 February 1989 in the London Borough of Camden, Lytton attended the Sylvia Young Theatre School in Marylebone, London. She is of Italian descent on her mother's side and her first cousin once removed is Lisa Maffia, a member of the So Solid Crew. Career ''EastEnders'' Lytton made her first appearance in ''EastEnders'' on 18 March 2005, playing Johnny Allen's daughter Ruby Allen. In July 2006, weeks after winning the "Sexiest Female" award at the British Soap Awards, it was announced that Lytton would be leaving ''EastEnders' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Tiddy
Kimberley Jane Tiddy (born 3 September 1977) is an English actress, known for her roles as PC Honey Harman in the ITV procedural drama ''The Bill'' and Heidi Costello in the Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks''. Life and career The daughter of John Tiddy and his wife Roza Raymond, Tiddy was born in 1977 in Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey, and brought up in Surbiton, Greater London, by her mother after her father left. She trained at the Arden School of Theatre in Manchester, afterwards acting at Salisbury Playhouse. Later, she set up a cleaning company and for two years undertook unpaid short film work. After working in Spain for one summer she returned to England, receiving an offer of a role on ''The Bill''; her last appearance on ''The Bill'' was on 25 January 2007, when her character, Honey Harman, was killed off. In April 2010, it was announced that Tiddy had joined the cast of Channel 4 soap ''Hollyoaks'' as Heidi Costello Heidi Costello (also Blissett) is a Character (arts), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
