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Scotsman
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
TalkTime Scotland's 10th anniversary comedy gala at Edinburgh Fringe
They say that laughter is the best therapy. But, sometimes, therapy is the best therapy. TalkTime Scotland offers free counselling for young disabled people, between the ages of 12-25, living in Scotland. For one night only, the Fringe's best comics will gather at the Pleasance to celebrate ten years of this incredible service and help you laugh yourself silly! Good acts, a good time and all for a good cause – what more could you want? Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... TalkTime Scotland, founded in 2014 by Seonaid Cooke and her son Joshua Hepple, offers free, confidential counselling services for young disabled people aged 12-25. The charity is dedicated to improving the mental well-being of these individuals through weekly one-to-one sessions with qualified professionals. Whether it's face-to-face at their Leith base or online, TalkTime ensures no one is left behind in their mental health journey. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad TalkTime Scotland was born out of a personal story. Joshua, who has cerebral palsy, faced social isolation during his school years. The support he received at university through counselling gave him the confidence to engage socially and pursue his goals. TalkTime Scotland 10th Anniversary Comedy Gala Edinburgh Fringe Poster Recognising how life-changing this support was, he and his mother Seonaid decided to create a service that could offer similar help to other young disabled people. Today, the charity has supported over 100 young people, helping them with everything from cerebral palsy to more hidden disabilities. To mark the charity's milestone anniversary, TalkTime Scotland is hosting its inaugural Comedy Gala at the Edinburgh Fringe on August 13th. This exciting, one-hour show will feature performances from Steve Day, Jasmine Thien and other fantastic acts from Abnormally Funny People, all of whom bring their own unique perspectives to the stage. It's an evening of entertainment that highlights the importance of laughter, inclusivity and disability awareness. Since its inception, TalkTime has provided life-changing support to young disabled people across Scotland. Clients consistently share how the charity has helped them through difficult times: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'The counsellor was wonderful—ready to listen and easy to talk to.' 'I feel so much better after every session. The support was crucial to my mental well-being.' Seonaid Cooke (left) with her son, Joshua Hepple (right). These powerful testimonials reflect the genuine impact TalkTime has made in the lives of many.
Hypebeast
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Caviar Kaspia at The Mark Hotel & Happier Grocery Unite on Luxury Poke Bowl
Caviar KaspiaatThe Mark Hotel and NYC's new lifestyle supermarketHappier Groceryhave come together for a special edition poke bowl, elevated with the luxurious touch of Kaspia's Baeri Caviar. In addition to premium-quality Baeri Caviar, the bowl includes a mixture of organic salmon, wild yellowfin tuna, organic avocado, European cucumber, and Japanese wakame in the traditional Hawaiian dish. The colorful entree, offered at $50 from Happier Grocery and $55 at Caviar Kaspia at The Mark, represents the marriage of Kaspia's luxury heritage and Happier Grocery's health-conscious approach. Caviar Kaspia, founded in Paris in 1927, brought its culinary traditions to the NYC hotel in 2023, opening a restaurant designed by Jacques Grange. Known as one of the foremost purveyors of the delicacy, Caviar Kaspia moved to its famous Place de la Madeleine location in 1953, drawing the world's culinary voices and tastemakers to its doors for decades. The Mark Hotel is a cultural landmark in its own right — a favorite hotel for theMet Gala's most prestigious guests and exclusive afterparties. This year, the likes ofPharrell,Tyla, andCharli XCXhit The Mark for a star-studded afters following the highly anticipated gala. Happier Grocery has paved its own lane, opening the multi-level grocery and lifestyle flagship on the busy shopping district of Canal Street in Fall 2023. With a distinctly modern perspective, the grocery has produced its own streetwear-inspired merch and also recently released a collaborative smoothie withMarc Jacobs. From July 22 until August 15, poke and caviar lovers alike can order the 'Happier with Kaspia' bowl at Caviar Kaspia's Upper East Side restaurant and Happier Grocery's SoHo flagship.
San Francisco Chronicle
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Penélope Cruz, Bruce Springsteen, Walter Salles and Bowen Yang are 2025 Academy Museum Gala honorees
Bruce Springsteen will take the stage as both performer and a guest of honor at one of Hollywood's most prominent fundraising events, the Academy Museum Gala. The 75-year-old rock legend is being honored alongside actors Penélope Cruz and Bowen Yang and filmmaker Walter Salles at the Oct. 18 celebration hosted by the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. The high-fashion get-together, now in its fifth year, has been positioned as a West Coast version of the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art's Met Gala. It features a massive red carpet with a slew of celebrities from Hollywood and beyond, raising money for the Los Angeles museum's exhibits and education programs. Gala co-chairs include Jon M. Chu, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey. The host committee includes Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, Adrien Brody, Zoë Kravitz, Demi Moore, Colman Domingo, Ke Huy Quan, Meg Ryan and Amy Adams. Last year's event honored Quentin Tarantino, Rita Moreno and Paul Mescal and raised more than $11 million.
Winnipeg Free Press
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Penélope Cruz, Bruce Springsteen, Walter Salles and Bowen Yang are 2025 Academy Museum Gala honorees
Bruce Springsteen will take the stage as both performer and a guest of honor at one of Hollywood's most prominent fundraising events, the Academy Museum Gala. The 75-year-old rock legend is being honored alongside actors Penélope Cruz and Bowen Yang and filmmaker Walter Salles at the Oct. 18 celebration hosted by the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. The high-fashion get-together, now in its fifth year, has been positioned as a West Coast version of the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art's Met Gala. It features a massive red carpet with a slew of celebrities from Hollywood and beyond, raising money for the Los Angeles museum's exhibits and education programs. Gala co-chairs include Jon M. Chu, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey. The host committee includes Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, Adrien Brody, Zoë Kravitz, Demi Moore, Colman Domingo, Ke Huy Quan, Meg Ryan and Amy Adams. Last year's event honored Quentin Tarantino, Rita Moreno and Paul Mescal and raised more than $11 million.
Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Penélope Cruz, Bruce Springsteen, Walter Salles and Bowen Yang are 2025 Academy Museum Gala honorees
Bruce Springsteen will take the stage as both performer and a guest of honor at one of Hollywood's most prominent fundraising events, the Academy Museum Gala. The 75-year-old rock legend is being honored alongside actors Penélope Cruz and Bowen Yang and filmmaker Walter Salles at the Oct. 18 celebration hosted by the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. The high-fashion get-together, now in its fifth year, has been positioned as a West Coast version of the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art's Met Gala. It features a massive red carpet with a slew of celebrities from Hollywood and beyond, raising money for the Los Angeles museum's exhibits and education programs. Gala co-chairs include Jon M. Chu, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey. The host committee includes Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, Adrien Brody, Zoë Kravitz, Demi Moore, Colman Domingo, Ke Huy Quan, Meg Ryan and Amy Adams. Last year's event honored Quentin Tarantino, Rita Moreno and Paul Mescal and raised more than $11 million.
