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For anyone who loves a good laugh about a mythical rags-to-riches anti-love story with a twist, then Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw is not a play to be missed!

Pygmalion, a talented sculptor and hater of all women, created the perfect wife out of a block of ivory. Much to his surprise, he fell in love with the statue Galatea.

Henry Higgins insists that it is Eliza Doolittle's accent that sets her apart from upper classes, Pickering's example of manners has the most profound effect on her.

Brief biography of the life and works of dramatist, critic and essayist George Bernard Shaw, one of the best British playwrights.

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Willy Russell - the man who chronicled the Fab Four, Educated Rita, and created Shirley Valentine.

These five Oscar winning movies from the 1960s included two classical musicals, a desert war epic, a comedy drama, and a bawdy tale from 18th century England.

Usborne's Greek Myths is one in a series of miniature editions. It is a useful introduction into Greek mythology for young children, both at home and in schools.

If you see only a few Audrey Hepburn productions, keep these in consideration.

Dublin is a quirky city of great antiquity and high on the tourist hit-list. These are fun trivia bites that set the place apart and make good pub conversation starters.

London's theatres have a long history, from the original Globe Theatre in the 16th-century to the more than fifty theatres in the West End today.

In a time of social and political unrest, the musical film drew millions to the movies. This popularity was reflected in a record setting four Oscar musical winners.

Built by CP Walker, the Walker Theatre was one of Canada's premier venues, staging magnificent symphony concerts, musical productions, operas and the newest live plays

British actress Keira Knightley is busy lately, with several projects on the way and a role in a London stage production.