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Our guide to this month’s entertainment
FILM
ROCKETMAN The long-awaited Elton John biopic – executive-produced by the man himself – has made it to the big screen. Taron Egerton (Kingsman) steps into the shoes of the musical legend, performing his own vocals and covering all the classics including Your Song and Tiny Dancer. Out 24 May
LIVE PERFORMANCE SPICE GIRLS UK TOUR
Girl Power is back as Ginger, Sporty, Baby and Scary Spice reunite for their first tour in 11 years, but sadly minus Posh. Performing across the UK and Ireland, the pioneers of pop will bring their chart-topping anthems and a massive dollop of nostalgic fun with a zig-a-zig-ah to their live shows. From 27 May, various venues; livenation.co.uk
TV
GOOD OMENS David Tennant stars as an earth-dwelling demon opposite Michael Sheen as an angel in this star-studded adaptation of Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett’s fantastical novel. Out 31 May; Amazon Prime
PODCAST WALKING THE DOG WITH EMILY DEAN
Writer and presenter Emily Dean takes her celebrity interviewees and their pet pooches for a walk and talk in this popular and funny podcast. Dog lovers Alan Carr, David Gandy and Katherine Ryan are among the many stars stretching their legs. Available on itunes or at acast.com
THEATRE THE STARRY MESSENGER
Hollywood actor Matthew Broderick makes his West End debut in this moving tale of an astronomy teacher whose life is spiralling, until he meets trainee nurse Angela. Elizabeth Mcgovern also stars in the production at London’s Wyndham’s Theatre. 16 May to 10 August; delfontmackintosh.co.uk
EXHIBITION CHRISTIAN DIOR: DESIGNER OF DREAMS
Due to popular demand, the show’s run has been extended to September. Catch a rare glimpse into the fashion designer’s archives, with more than 500 artefacts and personal possessions on display. Additional tickets will be released on the 15th of every month and are available from the V&A at 10am each morning.
Until 1 September; vam.ac.uk