Postcard from Stratford

I saw Midnight at Sadlers Wells East, a new musical written and performed by Todrick Hall. A tale of forbidden love and slavery, it was a 'workshop' production with a sparse set, but fully formed score, choreography and bombshell performances. Expect to see it at the West End

I saw the James Oliver Band at the Waiting Room in Stoke Newington. A fantastic blues band with bassist Norman Watt-Roy made for a fun and exciting evening. Love live music.

You'll miss the BBC when it's gone!

It's the anniversary of the greatest diary entry in history. Michael Palin, November 13th 1977.

saw Othello at the Theatre Royal, Haymarket. There were crowning performances from Toby Jones and David Harewood, who really brought the tragedy to life, unlocking the full emotional impact. Top-notch theatre.

Wendy and Peter Pan at the Barbican looks amazing

We saw the RSC's Wendy and Peter Pan at the Barbican. It was a magical and fun production which made us all remember our happy place.

Postcard from London (yesterday)

The job search continues. I got work making toy pistols but got into an argument with the boss after I said it would be better to use super glue. He said I was wrong and sacked me for sticking to my guns.

Sea foam in Loughshinny North Dublin today shared by a follower living there 50 years and has never seen so much before.

I've had a fun and interesting week. I hope you have too.

On this day in 1897 Nye Bevan, the founder of our NHS, was born in South Wales. Today let's remind ourselves of the struggle to create our NHS and reinvigorate our determination to defend it 👏

It was a privilege to watch Norman Watt-Roy perform at close quarters this week. The former Blockheads and Wilko Johnson Band bassist can still play like a joy