Selina Begum

Freelance Journalist and Reviewer at The Upcoming

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The Little Prince at The Cockpit Theatre | Theatre review

2 weeks ago | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

The Little Prince at The Cockpit Theatre | Theatre reviewFrench writer and aviator Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is best known for his beloved book The Little Prince. To date, it has been published in 600 languages, giving millions the chance to read this universally themed literary gem. Like Saint-Exupéry’s book, the Cockpit theatre adaptation is aimed at both adults and children alike, with its simplistic prose and imaginative allegory that are wholly captivating.
Doves at Shepherd’s Bush Empire | Live review

1 month ago | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Post Brit-pop act Doves embark on their UK tour with the release of their latest EP, Constellations for the Lonely. After careful reflection, the group decided to play their shows without lead singer and guitarist, Jimi Goodwin, who is focusing on his mental health. Jez Williams is lead vocalist and guitarist tonight, and in their upcoming performances across 15 cities.
Three Sisters at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse | Theatre review

2 months ago | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Written in 1900 and first performed the following year, eminent Russian writer Anton Chekhov’s Three Sisters shines bright in Shakespeare’s Globe.
The Marriage of Figaro at London Coliseum | Theatre review

2 months ago | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

The Marriage of Figaro at London Coliseum | Theatre reviewHeralded as one of the greatest and most popular operas, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro has been given a facelift and continues its run after being cut short five years ago during the 2020 lockdown. Essentially a comedy of errors, the beloved piece is full to the brim with duplicity, mistaken identity, and deception.
Santi and Naz at Soho Theatre | Theatre review

2 months ago | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Stretched out across the floor, best friends Santi and Naz are on different sides of the land, India after Partition. The two have a very intimate relationship, and are usually in bright spirits. Santi (Aiyana Bartlett) is the avid reader and poet, while Naz (Farah Ashraf) is more disparaging of the literary word. They are from different religions – Santi is Sikh, while Naz is Muslim – but as pre-Partition life has been described by many, people from all religions lived fairly harmoniously.
The Prodigy at Brixton Academy | Live review

Dec 22, 2024 | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Culture Music Live music The Prodigy at Brixton Academy | Live review The Prodigy at Brixton Academy The Prodigy bring the Disrupta tour to select UK cities, finishing off with a three-night special at the beloved Brixton Academy. Firing up with Voodoo People, MC and current lead vocalist Maxim is a force to be reckoned with.
Shed Seven at Brixton Academy | Live review

Dec 16, 2024 | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Culture Music Live music Shed Seven at Brixton Academy | Live review Shed Seven at Brixton Academy Shed Seven complete the final leg of their tour at a rammed Brixton Academy, belting out banger after banger. Early contributors to the Britpop music scene, the group paved their way with a number of top 40 singles.
Gigenis: The Generation of the Earth at Sadler’s Wells | Theatre review

Nov 24, 2024 | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Culture Theatre Gigenis: The Generation of the Earth at Sadler’s Wells | Theatre review Gigenis: The Generation of the EarthDates 20th November - 24th November 2024 Internationally renowned dancer, director and choreographer Akram Khan’s productions are known to generate a packed house, and this evening is no different, with his London premiere of Gigenis: The Generation of the Earth.
Cigarettes After Sex at the O2 Arena | Live review

Nov 13, 2024 | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Culture Music Live music Cigarettes After Sex at the O2 Arena | Live review Cigarettes After Sex at the O2 Arena As you see O2 adverts congratulating the Texan band for selling out not one but two shows at the 20,000-capacity venue, swarms of fans gather, hungry to get their hands on some Cigarettes After Sex merch.
Moby at the O2 Arena | Live review

Sep 22, 2024 | theupcoming.co.uk | Selina Begum

Culture Music Live music Moby at the O2 Arena | Live review HighlightsIn My Heart, Porcelain, Extreme Ways A prominent figure in the dance music scene, Moby lights up the O2 Area on his first tour in over a decade.