English actress and activist
A new show from Dundee Rep and Solar Bear, The Singer, centers Deaf performer Jamie Rea and a listening partner, with KT Tunstall providing original music. The production marks a milestone for bilingual, Deaf-inclusive theatre on Edinburgh’s main stages, following a decade of development in Scottish arts.
The Harry Potter TV series has replaced Nicholas Hoult with Kit Harington to play Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season, adapting The Chamber of Secrets. The change follows scheduling conflicts and comes after fan backlash to Rowling’s involvement. Other cast updates include Paapa Essiedu as Snape and John Lithgow as Dumbledore.
The HBO Max series will feature a new cast for Harry, Hermione and Ron, with Felton revisiting Draco Malfoy for the stage, and Lox Pratt stepping into the spotlight as the new lead for a modern reboot. Filming combines Broadway and TV talent, as the original cast shares guidance and the new generation steps up.