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SIX HIGHLIGHTS FOR WHAT EVER MOOD YOU’RE IN
If you want a biopic... WALT DISNEY Saturday, 8.45pm, BBC2
The people who helped to turn Walt Disney’s dreams into reality – his friends, family, animators and designers – reveal the man behind the legend in this enchanting profile. Part one explores Disney’s early days, from creating Mickey Mouse through to the triumph of Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs.
If you want romance... CASUALTY Saturday, 9.10pm, BBC1
We’ve all been waiting 30 years for original cast members Duffy and Charlie (Cathy Shipton and Derek Thompson) to become an item. And now, that moment is tantalisingly close – but of course, there’s a spanner in the works. Will Duffy choose the man she should so obviously be with, or stay with her family?
If you want a night of entertainment... THE ROYAL VARIETY PERFORMANCE
Tuesday, 7.30pm, ITV
David Walliams is your host as Barry Gibb, Sting, Gary Barlow, Robbie Williams, Sheridan Smith and this year’s magical Britain’s Got Talent winner, Lance Corporal Richard Jones (right), entertain the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall.
If you want festive ideas... HANDMADE CHRISTMAS Wednesday, 8pm, Ch4
Not feeling the Christmas spirit yet? Then watch Kirstie Allsopp’s festive feast – before you know it, you’ll be cracking open the eggnog and munching a mince pie. This week, our excitable host pays a visit to the Christmas fair at Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire.
If you want genealogy... WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? Thursday, 8pm, BBC1
The artist formerly known as Cheryl Cole goes in search of her family’s roots. She’s the perfect subject for the series, showing plenty of emotion as she hears of a family tragedy and learns the story of her long-forgotten great-grandfather, who fought on the Western Front.
If you want to dance with the Sugar Plum Fairy... THE NUTCRACKER
Friday, 5pm, CBeebies
Tchaikovsky’s fantastical ballet, which is now established as a firm festive favourite, is brought to life by a host of your favourite CBeebies stars, including Katrina Bryan, Andy Day, Cat Sandion, Ben Faulks and Steve Kynman. It’s sure to delight children and parents alike.