Urn Speech

For this final episode of the year I spoke to Salwa and Raissa who talked to me all about the diverse cultures of Somalia, Kenya and Rwanda. If you're ever thinking about travelling to any of these countries then give this episode a listen because it will want to make you go there even more!!

1988. Soho. His last night on earth. Based on a true story, Cruise follows Michael Spencer on what he thinks is his last night alive. Set against a backdrop of irresistible 80s music, we watch as he travels to his old haunts, says fond farewells, and prepares to leave the earth behind. Written and performed by Jack Holden, directed by Bronagh Lagan and featuring live music from John Elliott, Cruise is a celebration of queer culture that will make you laugh, make you cry, and which inspires us all to live every day as if it’s our last. Find out more about this incredible play in this week's #SpotlightOn! Get your tickets booked to watch Cruise online from 14th-27th June here: stream.theatre/CruiseThePlay And for a taste of what to expect, check out this trailer: youtube.com/tttq_2MZfuU

MCC Theater’s annual Miscast gala is one of the most exciting and unique events in town, as Broadway's biggest stars have a go at performing songs from roles they wouldn't traditionally be cast in. The gala may be virtual this year, but the performances are bigger and better than ever, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more! To view all of the performances from Miscast 2021, click here: youtube.com/MISCAST21 And find out more about MCC Theater's work and the Miscast gala here: mcctheater.org

Join Pavan and Ciaran for a LIVE episode of Chatting Like Champions! In this week's show, your two favourite pilots reflect on an engrossing Champions League Final and look ahead to a busy summer.

Get ready for an all-star line up of West End shows performing live in celebration of theatres re-opening! You really don't want to miss it so take a listen to week's #SpotlightOn to find out more.  The concert will broadcast for free on YouTube at 7pm on Sunday 6th June. Find the video here: youtube.com/8_3FoYTqVL8 And for more information about the show (and to see which musicals are involved) just head to: theshowmustgoonlive.com

10 countries performed for your votes. Now the winner can be crowned. Ella is here with the full results for #URNivision2021 so take a listen now to find out who this year's champion is! The contestants: Spain - Zorro 'Baila Me' (Zorro - Original Cast Recording, 2008; composers: Gipsy Kings, John Cameron & Stephen Clark; label: First Night Records) Italy - Chess 'Nobody's Side' (Jessica Vosk - Wild and Free, 2018; composers: Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus & Tim Rice; label: Broadway Records) Austria - Elisabeth 'Kitsch' (Elisabeth - Complete Live Recording, 2005; composers: Sylvester Levay & Michael Kunze; label: HitSquad Records) France - The Hunchback of Notre Dame 'Out There' (The Hunchback of Notre Dame - Studio Cast Recording, 2016; composers: Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz; label: Ghostlight Records) Norway - Showstopper: The Improvised Musical 'The Wizard of Oslo' (Showstopper: The Improvised Musical, 2019; composers: The Showstoppers; label: Showstopper Productions Ltd) Swede

You thought the glib joke last episode about crossing a bridge with 70 mates wasn't serious, huh? In between some chat about weather related topics, there is finally some action in the final instalment of this series of Slap the Chicken. Woohoo!

The trailer for the upcoming film version of Dear Evan Hansen starring Ben Platt was released this week and we are very excited. Take a listen to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out more about the film - and why, all things considered, Ben's hair really doesn't matter! Want to see the trailer for yourself? Catch it here: youtube.com/g_c_Jd-hP-s And for a taste of Ben Platt performing live as Evan Hansen, check out these videos! - 'Waving Through A Window' on Late Night With Seth Meyers: youtube.com/CNqKA2t9M - 'For Forever' on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: youtube.com/x_CNqKA2t9M

Join Pavan and special guest Alex as they talk through their favourite European football memories.

Join Pavan, April and Alex as they reflect on another breathtaking weekend of Premier League football in this week's edition of the 'Big Monday Night In' podcast.

Join Toby and Dom for a brand new episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, Sticky Wicket. This week, the lads are joined by two members of the Birmingham Unicorns, the first LGBTQ+ cricket team outside of London!

This brand new concert series will be taking place twofold - both in front of a live socially distanced audience at the Apollo Theatre in London and livestreamed to viewers at home! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out which West End superstars are involved and exactly why you should watch it... The first concert broadcasts at 7:30pm on Monday 24th May, with future shows on 14th June and 5th July. Get your tickets for all three concerts (either individually or through a discounted ticket bundle) right here: nimaxtheatres.com/monday-night-at-the-apollo

Join James, Pavan, Reece, Alex and Benji as they discuss another eventful weekend of Premier League football.

Our favourite musical theatre improvisers are back and better than ever with their Alternative Eurovision Song Contest! Watch live as the team create and perform their own songs - before you vote for the winner. It really does promise to be a fabulous show, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more... The Showstoppers' Eurovision Song Contest will stream on Saturday 15th May at 8pm. The show will also be live captioned. Find out how to watch the show here: showstopperthemusical.com/alternative-eurovision-2021 Or click here to head straight to the scheduled YouTube video. And if you want a taste of what to expect, why not check out the performances from last year's show? Find all the videos here: showstopperthemusical.com/alternative-eurovision-2020 Plus, if you want to find out more about The Showstoppers or watch one of their regular livestreams (the next being on Saturday 29th May) head to their website or find them on twitter @TheShowstoppers.

Join Pavan and Ciaran as they reflect on a stunning set of Champions League and Europa League semi-finals in this week's episode of 'Chatting Like Champions', URN Sport's European Football podcast.

Join April and Dom as they reflect on the major headlines from this year's NFL Draft in the latest episode of Touchdown, URN Sport's Guide to the NFL.

Join Dom and the two Cams as they reflect on a crazy afternoon at Old Trafford, where a mass protest against Manchester United's ownership took place.

The critically acclaimed 2011 Broadway Revival of The Importance of Being Earnest - directed by and starring the legendary British actor Brian Bedford - is available to stream online this month for the first time ever. Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about this must-watch production! Tickets cost £15 per household and are available here: theatermania.stream/the-importance-of-being-earnest