Review: Purcell’s ‘King Arthur’
“Ebullient and deeply enjoyable.” Dan Bavister reviews Dunelm Consort & Players’ recent concert of Purcell’s ‘King Arthur’.
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Durham’s University Challenge team: a journey of friendship, fun, and intellectual grit
Profile Editor Dan Bavister speaks to Durham’s University Challenge team, exploring the camaraderie and passion that drives their journey on the iconic quiz show.
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Jamie Driscoll: “Right, well, how are we going to make a stand?”
Profile Editor Dan Bavister speaks to Jamie Driscoll, the former Labour Mayor of the North of Tyne and independent candidate for Mayor of the North East about his values and career.
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John Gwynne: “The loss made me more attuned to the fragility of life”
Profile Editor Dan Bavister speaks to New York Times bestselling fantasy author John Gwynne, exploring the inspirations and challenges that forged his legendary career.
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Review: The ‘Myths and Legends’ intercollegiate showcase
“For anyone who has yet to experience the magic of student theatre at Durham, this event was a perfect introduction.” Dan Bavister loved ‘The Myths and Legends Intercollegiate Showcase’.
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Review: The Lehman Trilogy
“This is not merely a play about banking; it is about the essence of America itself, the world it has shaped, and the ideals it has both nurtured and betrayed.” Dan Bavister is mesmerised by National Theatre Productions’ performance of ‘The Lehman Trilogy’.
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The Ukraine War and the growing case for European unity
Looking towards 2025, Politics Editor Grant Kuppenheimer and Profile Editor Dan Bavister jointly reflect on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and how it will affect a shifting geopolitical dynamic, especially the emergence of a multi-polar world.
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Revd Dr Paul Beetham: a life that’s interwoven with science and faith
Profile Editor Dan Bavister speaks to the trailblazing Methodist minister, biologist,
and Durham alumnus about the intersections and conflicts between science and faith.
Professor Sir John Curtice: From Truro boy to Britain’s premier pollster
Profile Editor Dan Bavister speaks with Professor Sir John Curtice, the UK’s most
famous pollster, about the influences that shaped his career.
Fries, faith and photo-ops: stagecraft in motion
Dan Bavister discusses the mystical persona and unique brand of leadership representative of Donald Trump. What is his strategy and how does he manage to galvanize MAGA voters so well?
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