CULTURE EDITION
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It was during her time at Girton College that the comedy career of celebrated Danish comedian, broadcaster, writer and campaigner Sandi Toksvig began. Studying law, archaeology and anthropology, she also found the time to write and perform in the Footlights’ first all-woman show. This autumn, she’ll be returning to the city to tread the boards once again and regale audiences with her razor-sharp wit on a tour to promote the publication of new novel Friends of Dorothy . Hailed as ‘life-affirming, wise and funny’, it follows a happily married young couple as they find what could be their dream house. However, Number 4 soon reveals its secrets when, upstairs, the couple discover the 79-year- old, foul-mouthed, wise-cracking Dorothy – the house’s owner – who absolutely refuses ‘Not biological but logical’: Sandi Toksvig’s new novel celebrates all forms of family with her trademark humour
to budge. The story is close to Sandi’s own heart, following a family ‘not biological, but logical’. Probing the question of what it really means to be a ‘friend of Dorothy’, the show is brimming with anecdotes, truth-telling and interesting facts, plus a quick-fire Q&A with the author herself. Hear Sandi read a sneak peek from her upcoming work and glean insight into her creative-writing process. Sandi will be touring at the Cambridge Arts Theatre on Sunday 29 September. Snap up your tickets at cambridgeartstheatre.com
FILM
Enjoy the silver screen like never before at the Grand Arcade IN THE FRAME
Known for its innovative stance on redefining cinema, work is underway on the new Everyman venue at the Grand Arcade. A luxury cinema experience like no other, it will be opening its doors to viewers this autumn. Located within the city’s ultimate shopping destination, the cinema will consist of five screens, all fitted with velvet sofas and armchairs for maximum comfort. As part of its lifestyle approach to a trip to the movies, guests will be spoilt for choice with a full bar plus a menu of food and snacks. Sumptuous highlights include hand-stretched pizzas, burgers and small plates – all of which can be ordered and served without even leaving your seat. The Cambridge venue will be the 46th Everyman site in the UK and will screen various mainstream new releases, old classics and indie films. everymancinema.com
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