DON’T MISS THIS WEEK…
FILM KING RICHARD
Starring Hollywood giant Will Smith (right), this biopic tells the story of Richard Williams, the father of two of the world’s most legendary tennis players – sisters Venus and Serena. Find out how Richard, starting from humble beginnings in Compton, Los Angeles moulded his daughters from promising prodigies into global tennis superstars who would change the game forever.
In cinemas 19 November.
EXHIBITION BEANO: THE ART OF BREAKING THE RULES
Celebrate the world of the Beano with this immersive, fun-filled exhibition that takes a deep dive into how the comic’s number one rule – rules should always be broken – has inspired some of the UK’s most renowned artists.
At Somerset House until 6 March 2022. For tickets, visit somersethouse.org.uk.
TV CHILDREN IN NEED
With all-star specials of I Can See Your Voice and The Wall and performances from musical superstars Ed Sheeran and Tom Grennan, Children in Need is back with a bang. This year’s show is presented by some of the biggest names in showbiz – Graham Norton, Alex Scott (right), Ade Adepitan, Mel Giedroyc and Chris Ramsey – on a glittering evening of fundraising fun. 19 November on BBC1, from 7pm to 10pm.
BOOK NOW LIGHTOPIA
Treat your family to a multisensory display of light this Christmas at London’s Crystal Palace Park, which is transforming into a festive trail. The original Crystal Palace is recreated as a Palace of Light with illuminated sculptures in a colourful winter wonderland.
From 19 November to 2 January. For tickets, visit london.lightopiafestival.com.
BOOK AISLING AND THE CITY
Heroine Aisling is back in a fourth instalment from Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen. With her café thriving and her relationship with John behind her, Aisling leaves her beloved Irish village of Ballygobbard and flies to New York for a new job. As she throws herself into her new life – a different dating scene and new friendships – she still misses home. Can she be enticed to leave the Big Apple? Out now, Michael Joseph, £16.99.