Most famous for her roles as Southern Belles, Vivien Leigh grew up working resolutely to be seen as a serious actress and not simply appraised for her staggering beauty.

Jul 25, 2009 - Claudia J. Beresford

In July of 1967, the lights of London's West End were dimmed for one hour to mark the passing of one of England's most beautiful, talented and determined actresses.

Sep 12, 2009 - Claudia J. Beresford

A brief look at the effect this harrowing play had on Britain's most extraordinary Academy Award winning actress.

Aug 29, 2009 - Claudia J. Beresford

One of Shakespeare's most complex characters, Lady Macbeth has been portrayed by many great stage actresses through the years.

Jan 5, 2010 - Kathleen Airdrie

Celebrate Valentine's Day by remembering three Classic Hollywood couples: Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz, Clark Gable & Carole Lombard, and Vivien Leigh & Laurence Olivier.

Feb 14, 2010 - Amanda Flinner

Downton Abbey returns to PBS with new episodes, having progressed from the sinking of the RMS Titanic to the conflict of World War I.

Dec 17, 2011 - Elizabeth Fredericks

A gentle flirtatious affair between Marilyn Monroe and a naive 23 year old is pleasing to the eye but somewhat vapid when the lovers are not together.

Feb 19, 2012 - Keith Lawrence

Old Hollywood is a wonderful place to look for inspiration when selecting a baby name. Consider the timeless and beautiful names of these classic film stars.

Nov 1, 2009 - Colette Haydon John

Relive the drama of Oscar Wilde's life in London with a guided walk hosted by Alan, an extremely knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide.

Sep 1, 2010 - Kathleen Duffy

Contemporary drama: is a staple genre of film awards nights. Here are some upcoming productions set to appear in 2012.

Mar 28, 2011 - Keith Lawrence

Anouilh's adaptation of Antigone is a gripping examination of a state under new leadership, which was written during the German occupation of France.

May 18, 2009 - Samantha Markham

Cary Grant as James Bond, Ryan O'Neal as Rocky. Not all iconic film characters are played by the first choice actors.

Apr 5, 2011 - Keith Lawrence

British director Peter Brook has produced some of the most significant and influential theatre productions and theoretical works of the twentieth century.

Sep 14, 2009 - David Chadderton

Lawrence of Arabia was selected as the number one Eric drama by the American Film Institute in their listing of the "Top Ten Epic Films of All Time."

Jul 27, 2008 - Christine Nyholm

The legend Bevis Bawa was a renowned landscape artist and a brilliant garden designer of Sri Lanka who is famous the world over.

Mar 28, 2010 - Shanti Mahadevan

The 1950s and 1960s Oscar winning actors were a mixture of old and new faces including the first African-American actor to receive an Oscar.

Jan 19, 2008 - John K. Davis

In recent years, many actors have won Academy Awards for portraying real people.

Feb 25, 2012 - Ryan Loftis