Mary, Queen of Scots,” a new commission by Scottish Ballet, puts both her historical tale and contemporary views in motion.

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The first full-length trailer for The Thursday Murder Club film adaptation has dropped, offering fans a first glimpse of David Tennant and Sir Jonathan Pryce in their roles.

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