Olivier-award winning actor, Noma Dumezweni, has been cast as the middle-aged Mrs. Granger in the stage production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Why should it and why shouldn't it be a big deal that she is black?

Excitement is building here at Film Expo South towers and we're not just talking about Christmas! With just 6 weeks to go, our little elves are dashing through the snow (OK, cut me some artistic slack), getting things ready for our big day on 4th February 2016.

With two more speakers signed up this week, http://www.filmexposouth.co.uk/speakers, the scene is set to host an amazing day of collaboration

When the weather is cold, the fire is burning and you've had too many mince pies, what better winter activity than to curl up with a festive read? Turn off the TV and pick up on of these Christmassy books, all you need to do is make the hot chocolate!

Tis the week of Christmas, which is so often filled with last minute panic. Maybe you don't have the money, haven't had time for shopping or are just out of ideas…whatever the reason, instead of panicking and battling through the crowds to find something, why not try some cheap and easy DIY Christmas gift ideas? After all nothing says Christmas better than homemade presents with a personal touch!

A roundup of arts and media stories this week

Dan Ponting was part of Arts Award's Gold pilot scheme over ten years ago. He has since completed a Fine Art degree, had work shown in Tate Modern and won a Royal Photographic Society competition. He currently works as a graphic designer.

A roundup of arts and media stories this week

We're excited to announce that thanks to funding from Norfolk Community Foundation, The Taylor Hammond Foundation and Diss Town Council we are recruiting a team of young people from South Norfolk to train in running events and who will be spear heading #dissfest with us in 2016! Their first event is set for March as a warm up to the weekend festival.

Join us for an evening of music and celebrations...

Film Expo South is launching on Thursday 4th February 2016 and will be held at the AGEAS BOWL in Southampton.

Is the internet the death of good journalism? Is it the potential for diverse opinions? Is it a terrific platform for young writers?

Feeling down about the winter weather? I know I am! Whether you're five, twenty five or fifty, Christmas spirit is there for the taking. Here are 10 easy ways to catch hold of it right now.