DON’T MISS THIS WEEK…

FILM THE STARLING

Melissa McCarthy and Chris O’Dowd (together right) star in this comedydrama as married couple Lilly and Jack whose relationship is crumbling as they mourn the loss of their child. When a feisty starling arrives in her back garden and starts attacking her, Lilly’s battle with the bird proves to be an unlikely release for her grief, helping her find courage and love again.

On Netflix now.

BOOK NOW ROMEO AND JULIET

Get whisked away to Renaissance Verona and into Shakespeare’s famous family feud as the Royal Ballet returns for its first full season in 18 months. Prokofiev’s breathtaking score and Kenneth MacMillan’s choreography offer ballet lovers a treat.

At the Royal Opera House, London, from 5 October; visit roh.org.uk.

ALBUM CYNTHIA ERIVO: ‘CH. 1 VS. 1’

With 12 tracks co-written by the

Genius: Aretha star, Cynthia Erivo’s long-awaited debut album features powerful and emotional vocals as she tells stories of heartbreak, sadness, joy and triumph through catchy and emotive lyrics written “just as me, Cynthia”.

Out now.

STREAMING GORDON, GINO & FRED GO GREEK

Gordon Ramsay, Gino D’Acampo and Fred Sirieix (all left) provide even more laughter than before as they explore Greece. Travelling around Crete, Santorini, Mykonos and Athens, the trio enjoy jet skis and shipwreck diving while sampling the country’s most delectable delicacies. Starts this Monday on ITV1 at 9pm.

BOOK CHEAT PLAY LIVE

Former publisher Lisa Edwards’s powerful memoir tells how her life unravels when a bad work environment, unfulfilling marriage and an unhealthy relationship with alcohol come together in a perfect storm. She is forced to confront the reality behind her glossy life and confront the trauma she has kept hidden for so long. A moving and deeply emotional book.

Out now (Redwood Tree Publishing, £6.99).