Culture Writer Manya Jain finds the Hippodrome's Robin Hood pantomime to be brash and a disparaging portrayal of the iconic figure

Culture Writer Keira Delaney reviews the RSC's Forsyte Saga Parts 1 & 2, finding it to be a captivating theatrical adaptation with fantastic acting, costuming and direction, but missing the mark on humour

Culture Writer Amelie Reeves reviews Yael van der Wouden's The Safekeep, praising the author's skilful writing and exploration of a post-war Netherlands through a queer lens

Culture Editor Harshi Modi reviews Fiddler on the Roof, praising its direction and choreography, but finding the second act to be underdeveloped

Culture Writer Ben Emmel reviews the RSC's production of The BFG, finding it to be a 'joyful and imaginative spectacle'

Music Critic Carly Cannarozzo sits down with dream-folk songwriter Chris Cleverley

Culture writer Maya Arif praises Lorna Laidlaw's Cinderella, emphasising the importance of balancing political references with slapstick comedy for family audiences

Film & TV Editor Manya Jain reviews Oath in Blue, finding the plot cliché and the detailed set stagnant, but overall declaring it worth a watch and applauding the quality of acting

Culture Editor Lyra Vincent praises the Guild Musical Theatre Group for performing a subversive and politically critical musical, commending the entire cast and crew's dedication, talent and attention to detail

Print & Features Editor Tamara Greatrix reviews Elf the Musical, finding it the perfect way to get into the festive spirit

Culture Writer Maile Agai reviews Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas, finding it to be a delightful amalgamation of multiple theatre forms with fabulous costuming and atmosphere, but finds some musical and technical elements lacking

Our Culture writers recommend their favourite books to read during Autumn - whether you're looking for dark academia or something to raise your spirits, there is a cosy option for you.