The streets of our city and boroughs have often doubled up as London, New York and more.
And now it’s emerged that the star-studded cast and prestigious team behind Netflix’s newest anthology series is latest lot to have taken advantage of what our historic city centre has to offer.
Filming for the six-part drama series Anatomy of a Scandal is currently taking place inside John Rylands Library.
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So, what’s the show about then? And who will be starring in it?
Based on the critically-acclaimed 2017 novel of the same name by author Sarah Vaughn, Anatomy of a Scandal is being produced by Chamber Pictures and is described by Netflix as “an insightful and suspenseful series about sexual consent and privilege set in London”.
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And with HBO’s Big Little Lies’ David E. Kelley heavily involved, it looks sure to be a hit.
Readers of the book will know that Anatomy of a Scandal addresses the issue of sexual assault, and the trauma experienced by survivors. We’re set to see a married Westminster politician James Whitehouse accused of raping his political aide, Olivia, with his wife Sophie believing that her husband is innocent, but prosecutor Kate believing that he’s guilty.
The book ultimately revolves around a marriage rocked to the core.
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Forming part of the star-studded cast of big industry names is Sienna Miller, who stars as Sophie Whitehouse, an Oxford graduate who is a happily-married mother of two, until her husband – played by Rupert Friend – is accused of sexual assault.
Downton Abbey’s Michelle Dockery is cast to play the ambitious Kate Woodcroft QC, who is described as a steely criminal barrister specialising in prosecuting sexual crimes, and is now handling the high-profile case involving James Whitehouse.
Naomi Scott will also portray Olivia Lytton – a parliamentary researcher with a bright future.
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Filming for Anatomy of a Scandal continues at John Rylands Library and around that area of Deansgate until tomorrow at 5pm.
The show is set to stream on Netflix sometime in 2021.
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Mancs wanted to take part in a new series of the ‘hardest quiz show on TV’
Emily Sergeant
Call yourself a clever clogs? The BBC is currently looking for contestants to take part in what is widely considered the hardest quiz show on TV.
That’s right – Only Connect is back for another series on BBC Two.
Presented by Victoria Coren Mitchell and first broadcast all the way back in 2008, Only Connect takes TV quizzing to the next level, as it sees two teams compete against each other by finding connections between seemingly unrelated clues.
In this quiz show – which viewers have dubbed one of the most challenging there is – knowledge only takes you so far, as the ability to think laterally is also deemed ‘vitally important’.
A casting call for the upcoming 2027 series has been shared on the BBC website, with people from Greater Manchester encouraged to apply.
Mancs wanted to take part in a new series of the ‘hardest quiz show on TV’ / Credit: BBC
The casting call reads: “The popular BBC Two quiz show presented by Victoria Coren Mitchell returns for a new series in 2027.
“Only Connect is seeking teams of three players OR single applicants or teams of two looking for like-minded teammates to pool their combined wits to solve fiendish conundrums and vexing puzzles.
“This is the quiz series where, as in life itself, knowledge will only take you so far: patience and lateral thinking are also vital. It’s all about making connections between things which may appear, at first glance, not to be connected at all.”
Reckon you’ve got what it takes then? Applications are now open, and all applicants must be aged 18 or over and a resident in the UK or Channel Islands.
Massive student night returns to Trafford Centre next month with up to 50% off on big brands
Emily Sergeant
Students can get themselves up to 50% off on food, activities, and loads of big-name brands at the Trafford Centre next month.
With thousands of new and returning students starting to arrive for the new academic year at Greater Manchester‘s universities, one of the region’s biggest student nights will be making a long-awaited comeback for one night only next month – and there’ll be loads of exclusive offers and free entertainment to make the most of across the evening.
Taking over the Trafford Centre in early October, the popular one-off student night is happening in partnership with Student Beans, and gives cash-strapped students the chance to shop a variety of incredible discounts all under one roof.
Just some of the big brands offering big discounts include 25% off at Levi’s and Boux Avenue, 20% off at Gymshark, Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch, and 15% off at KIKO, Rituals, and Sephora.
It’s not just retail brands you’ll be able to save some pennies on either, as many of the Trafford Centre’s restaurants and cafes will also be offering discounts and freebies on the night too.
Alongside the offers, students can expect plenty of live entertainment and in-store experiences throughout the evening, including a DJ set and drinks at Calvin Klein, in-store fitness challenges and at Gymshark, an exclusive piercing event at Lovisa, and a Beauty Hub takeover at Sephora.
There’ll also be ‘spin-to-win’ opportunities at places like schuh, River Island, and YO! Sushi.
Massive student night returns to Trafford Centre next month with up to 50% off on big brands / Credit: Supplied
“Student Night is one of the highlights of our autumn calendar, and we’re excited to welcome students for an evening of brilliant offers and feel-good experiences,” explained Simon Layton, who is the Centre Director at the Trafford Centre.
“Whether they are updating their wardrobe, stocking up on beauty favourites, grabbing a bite to eat or enjoying the atmosphere with friends, there is plenty to discover across the centre.
“With simple transport links from Manchester city centre and across the region, Trafford Centre is the perfect place for a student night out.”
The Trafford Centre’s Student Night is happening on Thursday 1 October from 6-10pm, and students can now reserve themselves a spot by registering online HERE.
Emily Sergeant -
8th April 2021 
