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  • Singer Terrie-May takes some time out to chat with Breaktime News. Image: Ruby Walker.

    Westcountry singer talks gigs, NY and travel

    Terrie-May takes time out to chat with BTN Nightingale Music singer Terrie-May is quietly savouring a steaming hot pot of tea when Breaktime News joins...7 min

  • Frameless: Queen Elizabeth I ('The Ditchley Portrait') by Marcus Gheeraerts the Younger (circa 1592). National Portrait Gallery, London.

    ‘Hollywood-style visual effects’

    ‘National Portrait Gallery Unframed’ The team behind one of London’s top immersive attractions is joining forces with the National Potrait Gallery to create an art...2 min

  • The Artist starred Briana Craig, Robbie Fairchild and Gary Wilmot. Image: Mark Senior / TRP.

    TRP recognised in national awards

    Theatre Royal Plymouth receives 10 nominations for top accolades The team behind the hit co-productions of The Artist and The Devil Wears Prada are keeping...2 min

  • The team from the Young V&A who were the winners of the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024 award ceremony at the National Gallery in London. Photograph: David Parry: PA Media Assignments.

    Art Fund Museum of the Year

    Judges looking for ‘inspiring projects’ Did you know that there are around 2,500 museums in the UK? Many of them are free for us to...2 min

  • A painting conservator brushing superficial dust from the surface of a painting at The Royal Oak Conservation Studio, Knole Barn, Kent. Photography: Megan Taylor National Trust Images.

    Revealing yesteryear’s paint

    New lab for National Trust to reveal history’s choices of colour   In case you’re wondering what colour to use in the bathroom or lounge...6 min

  • The founder of Plympton’s Mad Hatter Studio, Sheron King.

    Art for the soul

    Breaktime News meets Sheron King and talks workshops, wombles and texture. I’m sitting in the gentle warmth of a September day being bathed by the...7 min

  • Torquay author Sarah Pearse sells 1.5 million copies of her crime books which centre on Detective Elin Warner's investigations.

    Devon author celebrates ‘Wild’ success 

    Sarah Pearse sells 1.5 million copies of detective book Torquay-based author Sarah Pearse has achieved an incredible milestone, with her detective Elin Warner trilogy surpassing...3 min

  • Story Time at TRP will provide a space in the city that 'celebrates literature, storytelling and creativity.’ Image provided by TRP.

    TRP: family friendly activities this half term

    Theatre opens its doors to celebrate co-production The Creakers and half term Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) is transforming its first floor front of house into...3 min

  • The Artist's Briana Craig is taking the lead role in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs alongside Lesley Joseph, Rob Rinder, Andy Ford, Samuel Holmes and Scott Maurice. Image: Steve Haywood.

    They’re behind you!

    Panto cast in Plymouth: Briana Craig announced as fairest of all! The Artist’s Briana Craig is taking the lead role in Snow White and the...2 min

  • TR2: the flagship of Plymouth’s theatrical world. Image kindly provided by TRP.

    TR2 celebrates its 21st birthday!

    Plymouth production centre marks anniversary It’s the flagship of Plymouth’s theatrical world and is the place where set designers and makers come together to make...4 min

  • Little Murmur is being staged at the Theatre Royal Plymouth in October. Image: Angela Grabowska.

    TRP: Little Murmur dance theatre event

    Audiences promised a ‘blizzard of paper and confetti’ in October performance The Aakash Odedra Company is bringing Little Murmur to The Drum at Theatre Royal...2 min

  • A season of festivities is underway at the Theatre Royal Plymouth following the launch of its cherished Festive Appeal. Image: Roger Mechan / Shutterstock.

    Opportunity for SW migrant artists

    TRP and Projekt Europa launch collaborative scheme This week saw the Theatre Royal Plymouth team announce the launch of a new ‘opportunity for migrant artists...2 min

  • Sarah Pearse's latest book, The Wilds, is the third instalment in the trilogy following Detective Elin Warner.

    Popular Devon author teams up with Refuge

    Detective Elin Warner returns in The Wilds to investigate a disturbing disappearance Writer Sarah Pearse has teamed up with domestic abuse charity Refuge for the...2 min

  • Conservator Jonida Mecani working on the Diomedes and Cressida frame. Image: Michael Cole / National Trust.

    Hidden secrets of 18th century paintings

    National Trust’s Petworth House reveals new exhibition A new display at the National Trust’s Petworth House in West Sussex reveals fresh discoveries about a painting...4 min

  • Hit musical, Calamity Jane, stars Carrie Hope Flectcher in its lead role. Image: HORIZ PR.

    Award winning star leads Calamity Jane cast

    What are you waiting for, you wild coyotes? Whip-crack-away! A favourite of countless generations is coming to the Theatre Royal Plymouth next year. The hit...2 min

  • Organisers say the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, in Malmö, promises to be 'a truly global celebration of music and unity.’ Image: Shutterstock.

    It’s Eurovision week!

    Millions expected to tune in to view the annual songathon Fans from more than 80 countries will travel to Malmö this week to watch at...2 min

  • Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group’s announce the staging of Mary Poppins at TRP in 2025. Image provided by TRP.

    Mary Poppins coming to TRP

    Multi award winning musical to stage in Plymouth next year It’s the children’s classical musical which has seen generations of youngsters grow up knowing that...4 min

  • Theatre Royal Plymouth’s Chief Executive and Executive Producer, James Mackenzie-Blackman. Image provided by TRP.

    The Stage recognises influence of TRP CEO

    James Mackenzie-Blackman secures coveted place for influential effect in UK theatre The Stage, the UK’s Number One ‘go to’ newspaper for the theatrical industry has...1 min

  • Rebecca Salter at Gainsborough’s House's Sudbury Gallery (2023). Photography courtesy of Gainsborough's House.

    Rebecca Salter exhibition at Gainsborough House

    Work centres on western and eastern traditions Gainsborough’s House, the national centre for the study of Thomas Gainsborough, Suffolk, has unveiled two special exhibitions which...3 min

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