ONLINE BOOKING
FOOD writer Nigella Lawson, right, presenter Jeremy
Vine and boxing promoter Eddie Hearn have joined the line-up for a series of online literary events.
The Fane production company has partnered with eight regional theatres, theatre organisations, and four independent bookshops for “In Conversation”.
Jeremy Vine will discuss his novel, The Diver And The Lover, based on real events surrounding one of Salvador Dali’s most famous paintings, on September 7 and Nigella celebrates the publication of Cook, Eat, Repeat (October 29), while Eddie Hearn, who has worked with champions such as Anthony Joshua and Amir Khan, will discuss discipline, passion, business and his new book Relentless: 12 Rounds To Success (October 28).
■ Go to fane.co.uk/our-shows for ticket details.
COMEDY CLASSES
STAND-UP stalwart Jay Sodagar is out to prove there is still plenty to laugh about with online classes for people interested in learning more about performing comedy.
The two-hour comedy class gives people around the world the chance to flex their comedy stylings and learn how to write their own material. The virtual class is being organised with Culture Trip and comedy booking specialists Laughing Horse. Jay, above, says: “This year I think we can all agree, the world needs a little laughter.”
■ Go to culturetripgbp.rezgo.com for booking details.
FEED YOUR FASCINATION
MORE than 150 artisan food producers are to take part in a two-day online food festival.
Independent food brand, Charlie
Bigham’s, is collaborating with Wells Food Festival to host the event from October 10. Producers will be selling their wares online and festival-goers can sign-up for a live drawing workshop with illustrator Emily Sutton, flower arranging with Georgie Newby or enjoy music by blues band Harlem Rhythm Cats. Charlie Bigham himself will be joined by a host of household name foodie guests.
■ Details available from wellsfoodfestival.bighams.com