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Original drawings by children’s author Roald Dahl are set to be sold at an auction in Scotland

Few things are more enchanting than watching a child fall in love with a story. Books can transport young readers to places where animals talk, spells solve problems, and bravery lives in the hearts of the smallest heroes. Reading isn’t just about words on a page—it’s about unlocking wonder, building…

5/5 Mark Rosenblatt’s Giant tackles Roald Dahl’s antisemitism in blistering style with a sublimely nuanced performance by John Lithgow

Many have called for a boycott of future Harry Potter projects, due to JK Rowling’s gender critical views

‘I wonder how JK Rowling has absorbed it,’ asked Lithgow when addressing the controversial series

John Lithgow, 79, has admitted playing Albus Dumbledore in the 'Harry Potter' reboot series will likely be his final "major role".

Actor stars as the controversial author in the play ‘Giant’, which explores Dahl’s antisemitic statements

This year’s Olivier Awards, which recognize achievements in London theater, opera and dance, saw The Roald Dahl play “Giant” win three prizes including Best New Play. “Benjamin Button” also won three, as did a boisterous outdoor production of “Fiddler on the Roof” at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.

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