Your heads-up on this season’s must-see shows and events

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From unmissable novels to standout adaptations and immersive literary experiences, this is your essential book guide for 2026

The coast team looks forward to some of the best events around our shores in 2026

Our critic looks back at the best, worst, most underrated and most irritating performances of 2025 and recommends the plays to see this Christmas

Jason Manford hosts this year’s spectacular at London’s Royal Albert Hall, where the star-studded line-up includes Jessie J, Laufey, Madness and BGT winner Harry Moulding. There’s also a performance f