The film was truly magisterial, but finally, as The King's Speech hits the stage, it is where I always wanted it to be, says its writer, David Seidler
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Tuesday 27 March 2012
At last The King's Speech is where I really wanted it – on the stage says writer David Seidler
First Night: The King's Speech, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford
Saturday 11 February 2012
Much more than a chance to turn a royal hit film into royalties
All the King's horses join the Queen's jubilee celebrations
Tuesday 07 February 2012
The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery took to London's streets yesterday, looking as if they had stepped out of a film about the Crimean War, as part of the ceremonies to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Colin Firth awarded CBE
Thursday 26 January 2012
Hollywood royalty Colin Firth was today awarded a CBE by the Prince of Wales - whose grandfather the actor brought to life on the screen.
Somersby brings a ray of sunshine
Sunday 22 January 2012
Knight back in the big time as gelding makes a mark at last to land the Victor Chandler Chase
Rainbow may reach for stars with gold (and Kauto) at end
Thursday 12 January 2012
With 64 days to go, the countdown to the Gold Cup can officially start. The entries were made yesterday, 34 of them, and all the names that should be there are there, with no ghastly errors of omission. Kauto Star, already the first horse to regain the Cheltenham crown, can go for a unique three in five years; his great rival Long Run can try to redeem his reputation as the future of this particular branch of the sport.
Something For The Weekend: 31/12/2011
Saturday 31 December 2011
It's squeaky bum time for...
Mancini's Man City
Having seen a five-point lead over Manchester United evaporate, Roberto Mancini's men face could travel to Sunderland tomorrow three points behind Sir Alex Ferguson's side.
Kauto Star seals place in chasing firmament
Tuesday 27 December 2011
Nicholls' veteran regains King George VI crown from Long Run with record fifth win
James Lawton: Vintage Kauto Star gets better with age and makes everyone feel young again
Tuesday 27 December 2011
He defined himself once again. It bestowed the thrill of being in the presence of greatness
Diamond can sparkle in company of legends
Monday 26 December 2011
No matter what the heart says, one look at the odds is enough to make the head hopelessly confused.
Chris McGrath: Long Run haunted by a ghost of Christmas past
Saturday 24 December 2011
Inside Track: Boxing Day history beckons after a star is reborn in legendary four-time winner Kauto
Fingal Bay leads a classy novice crop
Saturday 03 December 2011
When Simonsig coasted up to challenge Fingal Bay at Sandown yesterday, it seemed clear that a new star was about to announce himself. The twist was that the star was Fingal Bay.
Chris McGrath: Diamond's day to sparkle against old and new king
Saturday 19 November 2011
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