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New York Post
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How much are the cheapest ‘Dolly The Musical' Nashville tickets?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Dolly Parton is having a moment. In addition to the ten-time Grammy winner's recently-announced Las Vegas residency — which goes down at Caesars Palace this December — 'Dolly A True Original Musical' began previews in Nashville. The rousing show, which tells the tale of the Backwoods Barbie's life 'from her barefoot beginnings in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee to performing in platform heels under the bright lights of Hollywood,' debuted at the Music City's own 1,727-seat Fisher Center for the Performing Arts on July 18 and officially opens Aug. 8. Advertisement 'I've lived my whole life to see this show on stage,' Parton said in a statement. 'I've written many original songs for the show and included all your favorites in it as well. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll clap, you'll stomp, it truly is a Grand Ol' Opera. Pun and fun intended.' Notable songs that appear within the musical that is slated to open on Broadway in 2026 include 'I Will Always Love You,' 'Jolene,' 'Coat of Many Colors,' and '9 to 5,' as well as new tunes (as hinted at above) written by Dolly. Katie Rose Clarke, Carrie St. Louis and Quinn Titcomb take turns playing the titular 'Dolly' at different stages of her life. John Behlmann (Parton's late husband, Carl Dean), John Zdrojeski (country star Porter Wagoner) and Jacob Fishel (longtime manager Sandy Gallin) round out the cast. If you want to catch the rhinestone and star-studded show live, tickets are available for all dates at the Fisher Center from now until the final performance on Aug. 31. Advertisement At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on seats for any one show was $75 including fees on Vivid Seats. Other shows have tickets starting anywhere from $81 to $206 including fees. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about 'Dolly A True Original Musical' below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. 'Dolly The Musical' Nashville ticket prices 2025 Advertisement Every single 'Dolly A True Original Musical' date, show start time and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here: 'Dolly The Musical' dates Ticket prices start at Thursday, July 24 7:30 p.m. $167 (including fees) Friday, July 25 7:30 p.m. $132 (including fees) Saturday, July 26 2 p.m. $144 (including fees) Saturday, July 26 8 p.m. $96 (including fees) Sunday, July 27 3 p.m. $124 (including fees) Tuesday, July 29 7:30 p.m. $132 (including fees) Wednesday, July 30 7:30 p.m. $115 (including fees) Thursday, July 31 7:30 p.m. $130 (including fees) Friday, Aug. 1 7:30 p.m. $132 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 2 7:30 p.m. $129 (including fees) Sunday, Aug. 3 7:30 p.m. $140 (including fees) Tuesday, Aug. 5 7:30 p.m. $137 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 6 7:30 p.m. $133 (including fees) Thursday, Aug. 7 7:30 p.m. $102 (including fees) Sunday, Aug. 10 1 p.m. $154 (including fees) Sunday, Aug. 10 7 p.m. $204 (including fees) Tuesday, Aug. 12 7:30 p.m. $149 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 13 2 p.m. $206 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 13 7:30 p.m. $151 (including fees) Thursday, Aug. 14 7:30 p.m. $177 (including fees) Friday, Aug. 15 7:30 p.m. $166 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 16 2 p.m. $138 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 16 8 p.m. $161 (including fees) Sunday, Aug. 17 3 p.m. $163 (including fees) Tuesday, Aug. 19 7:30 p.m. $102 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 20 2 p.m. $102 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 20 7:30 p.m. $102 (including fees) Thursday, Aug. 21 7:30 p.m. $75 (including fees) Friday, Aug. 22 7:30 p.m. $75 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 23 2 p.m. $149 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 23 8 p.m. $81 (including fees) Sunday, Aug. 24 3 p.m. $82 (including fees) Tuesday, Aug. 26 7:30 p.m. $96 (including fees) Wednesday, Aug. 27 7:30 p.m. $97 (including fees) Thursday, Aug. 28 7:30 p.m. $81 (including fees) Friday, Aug. 29 7:30 p.m. $93 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 30 2 p.m. $137 (including fees) Saturday, Aug. 30 8 p.m. $99 (including fees) Sunday, Aug. 31 3 p.m. $105 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. Advertisement They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. According to The Hollywood Reporter, 'The Fisher Center will also feature Dolly! All Access, a pop-up shop and exhibit showcasing Parton's archival outfits, exclusive photos from throughout her career and limited-edition merchandise available for purchase.' Dolly Parton Las Vegas residency 2025 For those hoping to see the genuine article live, a complete calendar including all 'Dolly: Live In Las Vegas' show dates, start times and links to buy tickets can be found below. 'Dolly A True Original Musical' cast To make sure you're familiar with the players, here are shortened versions of the official bios for the six leads of 'Dolly A True Original Musical' courtesy of the show's website. Katie Rose Clarke (Dolly Parton) most recently starred as Beth in the Tony Award-winning revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along' for director Maria Friedman and opposite Jonathan Groff on Broadway, following a run at the New York Theatre Workshop. Best known for her role as Glinda in the Broadway production of 'Wicked,' she also starred in the role in the musical's first national touring company. Carrie St. Louis (Dolly Parton) was last seen opening the Lucille Lortel Award-winning Off-Broadway hit 'Titanique' at the Daryl Roth Theater as Rose DeWitt-Bukater. Previously, she was the final 'Lauren' on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning musical 'Kinky Boots.' She is best known for her portrayal of Glinda in 'Wicked' on Broadway and in the national touring company. Advertisement Quinn Titcomb (young Dolly Parton) made her professional acting debut at just five years old as Lulu in the Broadway national tour of 'Waitress.' Her favorite credits include the Broadway national tours of 'Les Miserables,' 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' and 'Sound of Music.' Quinn can also be seen on screen in Searchlight Pictures' 'Theater Camp,' starring alongside Ben Platt. John Behlmann (Carl Dean) just finished playing 'Jerry' in the new Broadway musical 'Smash.' Before that, he received a Grammy nomination starring as con man 'Gordy Jackson' in the Tony-nominated Broadway musical comedy 'Shucked.' Behlmann also got an Outer Critics nomination for creating the role of dim-witted beefcake 'Max' in the Tony-winning musical 'Tootsie.' On camera, he's appeared in movies directed by Martin Scorsese, Sam Mendes, and Greg Mottola. John Zdrojeski (Porter Wagoner) performed in 'The Great Gatsby' on Broadway. He's also appeared in the TV series 'Evil,' 'Billions,' 'The Code,' and 'Madam Secretary.' His latest collection of original music, 'Nor'easter III,' is the final installment in a trilogy of EPs he's released over the course of the last year. It will be available on all streaming services on August 15. Jacob Fishel (Sandy Gallin) debuted on Broadway as Motel, the tailor, in David Leveaux's revival of 'Fiddler on the Roof,' and returned to The Great White Way in the original cast of 'Paradise Square,' playing Milton Moore (aka Stephen Foster). On screen, Jacob's television work includes 'Elementary,' 'Cold Case,' 'Medium,' 'Without a Trace' and 'Numb3rs.' Dolly Parton musical appearance Advertisement Before the curtains opened on the first night of previews, the 79-year-old inspiration for the musical took the stage with director Bartlett Sher. As expected, the crowd erupted. Parton then proceeded to regale the audience with this humorous anecdote: 'We've had a great time. We've had so many wonderful people that have worked on this show, and I think you're gonna love everybody's part because they have worked so hard. But you know, this has been my dream for a long time. You know what's funny, back in 1964, when I was a senior in high school, did I tell you this story? Advertisement Well, my high school class, we went to New York to the World's Fair. And that was the year that every taxi cab in New York said, 'Hello, Dolly.' That's when the musical 'Hello, Dolly' was there, and I thought, wow. I can't wait to see my name on a taxi cab again… I want you to know that we're so happy that we get to do this in my hometown here in Nashville…' She concluded her charming speech by telling the crowd not to sing along to the songs they know and love. 'This ain't no hootenanny!' she added. 'This is a Broadway musical. Have a great time, you know I love you, appreciate you.' Huge Nashville concerts 2025 Can't make it to see 'Dolly' live on stage? Advertisement If so, we feel your pain. However, there will be other can't-miss shows coming to the Athens of the South next few months. Here are just five of our favorites that you ought to circle on your calendars. • Katy Perry (Aug. 19) • Benson Boone (Sept. 9) • Tate McRae (Sept. 11) • Lainey Wilson (Oct. 2) • Keith Urban (Oct. 17) Who else is out and about? Take a look at this list of all the biggest country artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Chai, fame, franchise: As Dolly Chaiwala turns entrepreneur, Akshat Shrivastava explains why comparison with him can backfire
Dolly's Business Blueprint Why Akshat Shrivastava Says Education Still Matters No One-Size-Fits-All Success Story As Sunil Patil, popularly known as Dolly Chaiwala, rolls out his tea franchise across India, his journey from a street-side tea seller in Nagpur to a viral icon has continued to draw massive attention. The launch of his franchise model, Dolly Ki Tapri , has seen over 1,600 applications within just 48 hours—marking a new phase in his entrepreneurial rise. But alongside the celebration, some have begun questioning their own paths—prompting financial educator and YouTuber Akshat Shrivastava to step in with a word of who regularly shares insights on careers and finance, responded to the growing chatter by urging young people not to compare their life choices with Dolly's unconventional success. In a detailed post, he acknowledged Dolly's achievement but warned against using it as a benchmark for personal worth or franchise boom has certainly sparked admiration, but Shrivastava pointed out that such stories, while inspiring, should not become a source of anxiety or self-doubt—especially for students and professionals following more traditional Chaiwala's franchise model includes three tiers: a basic chai cart stall (Rs 4.5–6 lakh), a mid-level store format (Rs 20–22 lakh), and a flagship café setup (Rs 39–43 lakh). With catchy slogans like 'Limited cities. Unlimited chai,' the brand aims to bring Dolly's signature style and flavor to urban corners across began as a local tea cart gained momentum through Dolly's vibrant presentation, quirky fashion, and magnetic serving skills. His big break came when a video of him serving tea to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates went viral globally in 2024, turning him into a symbol of grassroots innovation and to the trend of young people questioning the value of education and jobs in the face of viral success, Akshat Shrivastava underlined the importance of long-term structure and purpose. He explained that academic achievement represents intellectual wealth—something completely different from sudden financial success. According to him, equating money with education is a flawed and dangerous noted that many individuals benefit from having clearly defined systems: completing education, getting a job, and enduring the corporate grind. These may seem ordinary, but they serve as milestones that give life a rhythm and purpose. Shrivastava emphasized that such paths are meaningful, even if they don't make acknowledged that Dolly's rise involved exceptional risk—and life has rewarded him for it. However, he reminded followers that not everyone is meant to walk that same path. While Dolly's story is dramatic and unique, that doesn't make more structured or quieter journeys less encouraged young people to take pride in their own progress, stressing that not all stories need to go viral to be meaningful. Dolly's success is a celebration of individual grit, but Shrivastava believes it should not be viewed as a shortcut or substitute for education and goal-setting.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dolly Javed: It's time people know me as Dolly, not just Uorfi's sister
Dolly Javed, sister of Uorfi Javed, is set to appear in the reality show 'Chooriyan Chali Gaon,' aiming to establish her own identity. Dolly Javed , who will be seen in the upcoming show Chooriyan Chali Gaon, says this new reality show is unlike anything people have seen before. 'Honestly, now I feel like I'm realising how different captive reality is… It's just crazy without the phone. ' Known till now as Uorfi Javed's sister, Dolly is ready to carve her own space. 'People will also know me as Dolly Javed now. Urfi started her career first, but that's how it is. Many actors have siblings who follow the same path. I took up this show because I've got a chance to make my own personality, so let's just grab it. It'll give me visibility… making people aware that I exist.' Dolly adds, 'It will give me freedom to show my personality. I'll continue with content creation — I genuinely love that. Acting is something I would love to do, but first I want to learn it. Maybe work behind the camera, get experience, and then step in.' Her relationship with Urfi, she says, is full of support, not pressure. 'It's a privilege. Being the youngest, I have sisters to guide me — or give me clothes for the show! Urfi advises me a little, but she lets me take my own decisions and learn from my mistakes.' As for what to expect from the show, Dolly laughs, 'They're saying I have to touch Gobar and cook food — I don't even remember when I last made a roti.'
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Chhoriyan Chali Gaon's Dolly Javed Reveals If She Owes Her Career To Sister Uorfi
Last Updated: Dolly Javed, sister of Uorfi Javed, has joined reality show Chhoriyaan Chali Gaon. She revealed the advice given to her by The Traitors winner. Dolly Javed, the younger sister of social media sensation Uorfi Javed, is stepping into the reality TV spotlight with the upcoming show, Chhoriyaan Chali Gaon. Dolly spoke to News18 Showsha ahead of her rural adventure, revealing that this is her first real encounter with village life or at least the kind seen on TV. She also revealed what advice her sister gave her. 'I've not been to a proper 'gaon' before," she said with a laugh. 'Aaj kal toh villages bhi itne modern ho gaye hain. Jab tak mera bachpan tha, tab tak toh village mein AC bhi thi, TV bhi thi. Main toh araam se AC wale room mein baith ke TV dekhti thi (These days even villages are so modern. When I was a child, even in the village there was AC and TV. I used to comfortably sit in an air-conditioned room and watch TV)," she added. Asked if she has a strategy to survive the lack of luxury like no AC, burgers, or even a mobile phone, Dolly confessed, 'I still get scared knowing I won't get my phone for two months. I keep opening my fridge every five minutes for no reason. I don't have a strategy. I just want to be real." But is she expecting drama? 'Honestly, all the people I've met don't have that 'I want to fight' mindset. We're not here to create catfights, that's so old school. I want to win the villagers' hearts, do my tasks well, and learn something. That's what this show is about — gaon and gaon life." She added with a smile, 'Maine dher saare suits le liye hain. Bas unke saath baith ke baatein karni hain." (I've packed lots of suits. I just want to sit with the villagers and talk to them.) According to Dolly, people in villages aren't impressed by expensive things. 'They just want to connect, and once you understand their culture, they start loving you." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mantsha Aslam (@_dollyjaved) Still, she admits there may be a culture shock. 'Definitely. I'm hoping they have a tabela (cowshed) there," she joked. Dolly is no stranger to the reality show format. She explained, 'As a kid, I used to think they were scripted. But once I entered the industry, I realised they're not. You go a little crazy inside. You don't even know what you're doing." Though she loves doing reality shows, acting is still on the cards. 'Acting is definitely something I want to pursue in the future. But right now, I love that I can just be myself on these shows." Speaking about her sister Uorfi, Dolly said, 'She's only given me two tips — one, whether you win or lose, it's not the end of the world. Two, be real. People will love you for who you truly are." And when asked if she owes her rise to Uorfi, she responded gracefully: 'Uorfi has supported me so much and gave me that push. But I also know if I don't work hard, I won't reach anywhere. She helped me realise I could dream." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mantsha Aslam (@_dollyjaved) On trolls and online hate, Dolly shared her honest truth: 'If I stay real, people will see that there's anger in what I said, and maybe I'm also wrong somewhere. But that's what will be shown – that I was real. Humans aren't perfect. We're made with flaws." Does it affect her mental health? 'Of course, it takes a toll sometimes. But you know what they say – ignorance is bliss. Criticism comes hand in hand with love." Chhoriyan Chali Gaon will premiere on Zee TV soon. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Telegraph
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Frances Barber: ‘Trump is the only politician who doesn't talk like a focus group'
Frances Barber greets me by apologising for wearing dungarees: 'I've changed twice already today. I just don't know what to wear in this heat.' At least there is air-con at the central London hotel where we have met, unlike, she says, in her open-plan Clerkenwell warehouse flat, where she ordinarily likes to conduct interviews, and which is, apparently, fabulous – a roll-top bath standing bang in the middle of the living room. 'There's a picture of it in a magazine,' she says with a throaty purr when I express regret at not seeing this thing, which has allegedly been the centrepiece of many an excellent party. It's the only faintly affected comment that this most glamorous-looking of actresses, whose feline eyes have graced characters from Camille to Cleopatra throughout a four-decade career, makes throughout our interview. In fact, dungarees feel rather apt; they are the sort of thing Barber's character Dolly might wear in the seaside crime comforter Whitstable Pearl, which is beginning its third season on U&Drama. Dolly is a classic Barber role – the interfering, opinionated, rather wacky mother to the eponymous Pearl (Kerry Godliman), herself an amateur sleuth who cracks the inordinate number of crimes that seem to take place in this bougie Kent coastal town with rather more aplomb than the local detective, Mike. Dolly attends CND marches, dyes her hair maroon and likes to tell her daughter how it is, particularly where Pearl's love life is concerned. I suggest Barber, 67, and a political firebrand in her time, is a bit like this, too. 'Perhaps a little. I've always had a bit of a 'Don't give a s---' attitude. I grew up watching Coronation Street, and I only ever wanted to be Audrey in the hairdresser's. These women were witty, spoke their minds, and they were survivors. Women my age don't want to see ourselves on TV as depressed and washed-up people who have lost everything. We want to see women who are carrying on and having a laugh.' There is certainly an indefatigable fearlessness about Barber. She is not afraid to stand up for what she believes. She has spoken out against the silencing of gender-critical views in the trans-rights debate and in 2020 signed an open letter defending JK Rowling after the author received death threats. A brave move, surely, given the prevalence of anti-Rowling sentiment within the acting community? 'I didn't think I was brave, I thought it was common sense,' she says. 'It's sometimes hard to take a stand, but I was lucky – I had no kickback that I know about. I know a lot of women lost their livelihoods in publishing and other occupations [for saying something similar], but I'm still working.' She's also taken a stand over anti-Semitism, resigning from her beloved Labour Party in 2017 because of Jeremy Corbyn. We're speaking the week after Glastonbury and Barber is appalled by the death chants against the Israel Defense Forces led by the rap duo Bob Vylan. 'It's horrifying and I can't bear it. Why didn't the BBC cut it off? I have gigantic sympathy with what's going on in Gaza, but I don't understand the mentality of those who tear down yellow ribbons [put up in solidarity with those kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 2023] and photos of hostages. I'm not Jewish, but my Jewish friends are very scared.' Barber has always been politically outspoken, briefly dallying with the Socialist Workers Party in her youth, and was a vocal protester against Margaret Thatcher during the 1980s. 'My generation, we hated Thatcher. The poll-tax riots, Brixton; we thought she was an abomination.' Yet, earlier this year, she voiced the Iron Lady in When Maggie Met Larry, a Radio 4 drama about Thatcher's covert campaign at the start of her political career to remodel her voice, for which she turned to Laurence Olivier for advice. In researching Thatcher, Barber found her opinions starting to shift. 'I still don't agree with anything she did, but she believed in every single thing she did and said, and she communicated that to the public,' she says. 'She was a working-class girl from Grantham, which was thrown in her face over and over again [by her fellow MPs], yet even though she had changed her voice, that's why people loved her because she felt one of them. Trump recognises this quality, but he's the only politician who does. Everyone else these days speaks like a focus group. Even Farage. And no one says what they really think. Everything is a U-turn.' These days, Barber is a firm moderate. She tweeted in outrage when Keir Starmer last year removed Thatcher's portrait from his study in No 10. 'I thought that was petty. She was a prime minister, she achieved a huge amount, whether you agree with her or not. That sort of point-scoring appeases no one. I want all my politicians to be bigger than that.' She worries that Britain is in danger of losing its political identity. 'At heart, I'm a centrist. And Britain has always been a moderate country. Yet today it seems as though we can't talk to each other anymore. But extremes don't solve anything.' Barber, who has never married and has no children, grew up the fourth of six children on a Wolverhampton council estate and only thought about acting when a teacher at her grammar school suggested it. She studied drama at Bangor University, where she met and had a relationship with the director Danny Boyle and began her career in theatre, later joining the RSC, before branching into films, notably Hanif Kureishi's Sammy and Rosie Get Laid, and Prick Up Your Ears, opposite Gary Oldman. Roles in independent films and mainstream television followed, including Doctor Who and Silk, plus a stint working in French cinema. 'I've always had a bit of a mercurial career,' she says airily. 'I was never the long, blonde ingenue, so it was easier to be a character actress. I was playing the mother of a teenager when I was 25. I thought at the time, 'I'll never get to play Juliet'. Now, I'm delighted I never did.' There's certainly never been anything of the ingenue about Barber, who on stage and screen excels at combining sexual playfulness with a certain gimlet froideur. Later this year, she revives one of her most irrepressible creations, Billie Trix – the fictional rock chick dreamt up by Jonathan Harvey for the Pet Shop Boys musical Closer to Heaven, who, thanks to the solo show Musik, now has a spin-off life of her own. Barber describes Trix as a 'crazed old rock star who may or may not be telling the truth about anything'; with her rebel spirit and raddled cool, Trix also sits in a Venn diagram with Debbie Harry, Nico and Marianne Faithfull. 'People love Billie because she is still doing what she was doing at 20, still snorting cocaine, breaking the rules,' says Barber, who has been anxiously practising getting up off the floor in high heels ahead of Musik's run at Wilton's Music Hall, in London, in October. 'Look at Lulu and Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood at Glastonbury, with a combined age of something ridiculous and yet still having a ball. As someone said, they've probably lived on a diet of cigarettes and Jack Daniel's, and yet they looked amazing. I do think the younger generation, who are into clean living, don't break so many rules. And you think, 'Why is it frowned upon when women my age behave inelegantly?' But the thing is, women my age have everything to celebrate.' There's a streak of similar defiance in Dolly, who always looks as though she's about to crack open a bottle of whisky regardless of where she is. Barber defends Whitstable Pearl against those who might dismiss it as yet another TV cosy-crime snooze. 'Not so long ago, you couldn't turn on the TV without seeing a woman being dismembered in a gritty thriller. I was repulsed by that, and I do think it normalised [a certain level of violence against women] in some way,' she says. 'So thank God we seem to be over that. The news is so horrible, it's nice to watch something that's a little bit relaxing. And I know in America, they really hate Scandi noir. Because that's their reality. They live it.' Barber also has a recurring role in The Chelsea Detective, a tougher police procedural starring Adrian Scarborough. In one episode, the murderer of a pop star was found to be lurking within the police force. Does Barber feel something has changed in the way we think about those responsible for catching criminals in the wake of the murder of Sarah Everard? 'I do feel we are in a massive pickle in this country when it comes to the police. We used to believe we could trust them, and that's been taken away from us. So it's no surprise when you see crime drama going in that direction. It has to reflect the reality. Ninety per cent of the police force is good, but the distrust that now exists towards them has to be tackled.' Barber remains frantically busy – she's just completed filming her first horror film, while another movie, A Mother for an Hour, is in post-production. She can't imagine not working. Nor, you sense, can she imagine quietly withdrawing to the shadows. 'I've just finished a small independent film in which I played a little old woman in a nursing home, smoking spliffs in the corridor. Ian [McKellen, the pair are great friends] told me, 'It's only a matter of time'.' You can well believe it. Even in retirement, Barber will almost certainly still be breaking all the rules
