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Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Joseph Fiennes seen on set for first time as he takes on role of England legend
Shakespeare In Love actor Joseph Fiennes plays former England manager Gareth Southgate in the upcoming four-part miniseries, Dear England Shakespeare In Love actor Joseph Fiennes looked unbelievable as he transformed into former England boss Gareth Southgate for the new mini series, Dear England. The 55-year-old BAFTA winner was pictured on the set of the upcoming BBC adaptation of James Graham's play. Joseph, who is playing Gareth in the four-part series, kept a low profile as he rocked a black polo shirt, a navy jacket and a dark green baseball cap. The Merchant Of Venice star grew out his hair to better transform into the football star. Dear England, which focuses on football manager Gareth, explores the pressures of elite sport and the role of the national men's football team in the national psyche. The original play, which is being made into a four-part series, explores how Southgate helped to change notions of masculinity on the England team. Joseph also starred in the play, which opened in 2023 at the National Theatre in London. The title of the play came from the letter Gareth wrote to England fans during the coronavirus pandemic in 2021. Dear England won a Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play in 2024, with Will Close winning an award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Play for his portrayal of Harry Kane. The play's synopsis reads: "The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. Why can't England's men win at their own game? "With the worst track record for penalties in the world, Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land." Gareth stood down in the summer after eight years in charge as England manager and his services to the game earned him a knighthood in the New Year 's Honours list. The star said earlier this year: 'After stepping down as England manager following eight very special years, I've been reflecting on what I have lived through and what comes next. 'Coaching top players and playing against some of the best teams in the world pushed me to operate at the highest level in football. 'Rather than write a memoir of those times I decided to share my experiences in a different way, through the lens of leadership which I hope will provide lessons for anyone who wants to discover their own authentic leadership style.'
San Francisco Chronicle
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale appoints new music director
For only the fourth time in more than four decades, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale is passing the baton to a new music director. Irish conductor Peter Whelan is poised to take the role for a three-year term starting next July for the 2026-27 season, which marks the company's 45th anniversary. He steps in for Richard Egarr, who resigned after four years in 2024 to pursue new opportunities. 'I'm just so excited to be starting this new adventure,' Whelan told the Chronicle. 'I think the most important thing nowadays is building a community around the arts and that community is already there in San Francisco.' Whelan has been highly regarded for the way in which he breathes new life into early music, bringing a vibrant perspective to the works. He made his first appearance with Philharmonia in March, conducting Handel's 'Alceste,' and debuted with the San Francisco Opera in 2022, helming Gluck's ' Orpheus and Eurydice.' The Chronicle's longtime classical music critic, Joshua Kosman, who retired last year, once praised Whelan as 'an artist of delicate but unmistakable mastery.' 'Peter brings a rare combination of historical insight and creative energy that resonates deeply with our mission,' said Emma Moon, Philharmonia's executive director and CEO. 'His work with us on 'Alceste' was both masterful and inspiring. We're excited to embark on this new chapter with him at the artistic helm.' Whelan studied at the Royal Irish Academy of Music and Trinity College Dublin, and has an extensive discography as a solo bassoonist in addition to his work as a conductor. In 2022, he won a Laurence Olivier Award for outstanding achievement in opera for a production of Vivaldi's 'Bajazet' with Irish National Opera. Whelan currently serves as artistic director of Irish Baroque Orchestra and founding artistic director of Ensemble Marsyas, both based in the U.K. He plans to initially remain there and travel to San Francisco for rehearsals, concerts and other engagements. He said that he hopes by bringing his expertise to Philharmonia that he'll be able to foster an environment of inclusivity and community. 'Live concerts and live music making is a place where you can confront biases, you can see how other people feel,' he noted. 'I think that that's such an important thing in the world today.' Before heading across the pond, however, Whelan is set to make his conducting debut at BBC Proms, an eight-week classical music festival, in August with a performance of Handel's 'Alexander's Feast' alongside the Irish Baroque Orchestra. The milestone performance will mark the ensemble's first Prom appearance and the second time in more than 100 years that an Irish orchestra has performed during the series. Correction: A previous version of this story misstated where Whelan will be living when he begins his new position. He will remain based in the U.K. and travel to San Francisco regularly for the job.
Scottish Sun
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Six in 10 adults admit they're predictable – as Bridgerton star reveals how to break from routine and have more fun
Scroll down for the top 10 motivations for going 'off-script' PATTERN PLAY Six in 10 adults admit they're predictable – as Bridgerton star reveals how to break from routine and have more fun SIX in 10 adults admit they're predictable - when it comes to what they eat, wear, and go on holiday. A poll of 8,000 adults from the UK, Italy, Spain, Holland, and Poland found 29 per cent feel pressure to conform and be like everyone else. 2 A recent poll of 8,000 adults found that 29 per cent feel pressure to conform and be like everyone else Credit: Martini 2 Now, Bridgerton star, Jonathan Bailey has encouraged people to break from routine and be more spontaneous Credit: Martini Yet 84 per cent of these wish they didn't feel the need to do so. But they're far from alone - 38 per cent claim friends and others they follow on social media are also following trends that are conforming, whether it comes to travel, fashion or other lifestyle choices. Aperitivo brand MARTINI, which commissioned the research, has teamed up with Bridgerton star, Jonathan Bailey to encourage people to break from routine and be more spontaneous. The Laurence Olivier Award winner said: 'Going off script is the ultimate way to allow space for fun, and new experiences. 'Unplanned moments end up being the most unforgettable.' With the likes of X, Instagram, and TikTok apparently having an impact, 54 per cent admit their personal choices are influenced by what's trending on social media. This includes fashion choices (18 per cent), where they socialise (20 per cent), where they holiday (13 per cent) and what they drink (11 per cent). Despite this, 66 per cent believe making personal choices which differ from what everyone else is doing or into is an important form of self-expression. The research also found the top motivations for avoiding trends include curiosity (32 per cent), a desire for new experiences (30 per cent) and to learn something new about themselves (29 per cent). Others want to do something unique (28 per cent), have fun or be more playful (27 per cent), and avoid repetition (27 per cent). Awkward moment Hollywood star SWERVES James Bond question live on air And 66 per cent believe not conforming helps them feel more in control of their lives – that they're choosing what to do rather than being swayed by others. It emerged, more than anywhere else, that those living in the UK and Spain feel their day-to-day choices have become predictable (both 24 per cent) – with Italy home to the fewest (12 per cent). Top 10 motivations for going 'off-script' in life Research by MARTINI found the below top 10 motivations for people going 'off-script': 1. Out of curiosity 2. A desire for new experiences and adventure 3. To learn something new about oneself 4. To discover something truly unique 5. To have fun or be playful 6. To avoid repetition 7. To challenge oneself 8. To feel in control 9. To express individuality or authenticity 10. To have interesting stories to tell While more of those from Poland feel pressure to fit in then any other country polled (36 per cent). Almost a quarter (23 per cent) of those from the UK feel this way, but the Netherlands has the lowest number (22 per cent). Going off script is the ultimate way to allow space for fun, and new experiences Jonathan Bailey Carried out through OnePoll, the study also found 65 per cent of everyone polled are adamant being intentionally spontaneous is a positive trait. Jonathan Bailey, who is also this summer's 'MARTINI Man', added: 'This summer, I invite everyone to take a breath, dive in, swerve off-piste and be playful. 'Live a little differently.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Six in 10 adults admit they're predictable – as Bridgerton star reveals how to break from routine and have more fun
SIX in 10 adults admit they're predictable - when it comes to what they eat, wear, and go on holiday. A poll of 8,000 adults from the UK, Italy, Spain, Holland, and Poland found 29 per cent feel pressure to conform and be like everyone else. 2 2 Yet 84 per cent of these wish they didn't feel the need to do so. But they're far from alone - 38 per cent claim friends and others they follow on social media are also following trends that are conforming, whether it comes to travel, fashion or other lifestyle choices. Aperitivo brand MARTINI, which commissioned the research, has teamed up with Bridgerton star, Jonathan Bailey to encourage people to break from routine and be more spontaneous. The Laurence Olivier Award winner said: 'Going off script is the ultimate way to allow space for fun, and new experiences. 'Unplanned moments end up being the most unforgettable.' With the likes of X, Instagram, and TikTok apparently having an impact, 54 per cent admit their personal choices are influenced by what's trending on social media. This includes fashion choices (18 per cent), where they socialise (20 per cent), where they holiday (13 per cent) and what they drink (11 per cent). Despite this, 66 per cent believe making personal choices which differ from what everyone else is doing or into is an important form of self-expression. The research also found the top motivations for avoiding trends include curiosity (32 per cent), a desire for new experiences (30 per cent) and to learn something new about themselves (29 per cent). Others want to do something unique (28 per cent), have fun or be more playful (27 per cent), and avoid repetition (27 per cent). Awkward moment Hollywood star SWERVES James Bond question live on air And 66 per cent believe not conforming helps them feel more in control of their lives – that they're choosing what to do rather than being swayed by others. It emerged, more than anywhere else, that those living in the UK and Spain feel their day-to-day choices have become predictable (both 24 per cent) – with Italy home to the fewest (12 per cent). Top 10 motivations for going 'off-script' in life Research by MARTINI found the below top 10 motivations for people going 'off-script': 1. Out of curiosity 2. A desire for new experiences and adventure 3. To learn something new about oneself 4. To discover something truly unique 5. To have fun or be playful 6. To avoid repetition 7. To challenge oneself 8. To feel in control 9. To express individuality or authenticity 10. To have interesting stories to tell While more of those from Poland feel pressure to fit in then any other country polled (36 per cent). Almost a quarter (23 per cent) of those from the UK feel this way, but the Netherlands has the lowest number (22 per cent). Carried out through OnePoll, the study also found 65 per cent of everyone polled are adamant being intentionally spontaneous is a positive trait. Jonathan Bailey, who is also this summer's 'MARTINI Man', added: 'This summer, I invite everyone to take a breath, dive in, swerve off-piste and be playful. 'Live a little differently.'
Daily Mirror
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bridgerton star urges Brits to break from routine for good reason
Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey has joined forces with drinks brand MARTINI to encourage brits to break from their regular routine. Recent findings revealed that British adults are stuck in a rut, especially when it comes to food, fashion, and holidays. A survey of 8,000 adults from across Europe showed a third of people feel compelled to conform to popular trends. Four in ten believe their peers and the people they follow on social media are also pressured to follow trends, whether that's regarding travel or other lifestyle choices. In an era where platforms like X, Instagram, and TikTok shape our choices, over half confess to being swayed by social media buzz when making personal decisions, impacting everything from fashion choices to what they drink. Cultivating the call for spontaneity, MARTINI has brought in Jonathan Bailey, known for his role on Bridgerton, to encourage the public to be more spontaneous. The Laurence Olivier Award winner said: "Going off script is the ultimate way to allow space for fun, and new experiences. Unplanned moments end up being the most unforgettable." The majority of people wish they didn't feel the need to follow trends and could 'go off script, claiming being intentionally spontaneous is a positive trait. Two thirds of people reckon that making personal choices which deviate from the norm is a crucial form of self-expression. As such a third fancy doing something unique, having a laugh or being more playful, and steering clear of monotony in their lives. Most also believe that not following trends helps them feel more in control of their lives as they're deciding what to do rather than being influenced by others. Other top reasons for shunning trends include curiosity, a yearning for new experiences, and to discover something new about themselves. According to the research, those in the UK and Spain felt that their daily choices have become more predictable than any other country. While folks from Poland felt the pressure to conform more than any others surveyed. Jonathan Bailey, who is also this summer's 'MARTINI Man', chimed in: "This summer, I invite everyone to take a breath, dive in, swerve off-piste and be playful. 'Live a little differently.' TOP 10 MOTIVATIONS FOR GOING 'OFF-SCRIPT' IN LIFE: Out of curiosity A desire for new experiences and adventure To learn something new about oneself To discover something truly unique To have fun or be playful To avoid repetition To challenge oneself To feel in control To express individuality or authenticity To have interesting stories to tell
