Roald Dahl3 hrs agoEverlasting jobstopper? Oompa Loompa's U-turnThe 78-year-old who starred in the original 1971 film now says "the door is open" to future roles.3 hrs ago23 Sept 2026Oompa Loompa, doompety done: Actor takes final bowRusty Goffe on working with his son and an AI-generated Gene Wilder in a new Willy Wonka TV show.23 Sept 202616 May 2026The true treasure story which inspired Roald DahlThe late author's account of the intriguing treasure trove discovery is being republished.16 May 202628 Mar 2026Drawings from Roald Dahl Jackanory go on display Illustrations of George's Marvellous Medicine, used in broadcasts of Jackanory, form part of an exhibition. 28 Mar 20268 Jan 2026Actor 'honoured' to play BFG roleBirmingham-born John Leader says it is an "absolute joy" to play the part.8 Jan 202624 Nov 2025Roald Dahl's James Bond film script on displayThe manuscript of the 007 film You Only Live Twice features in a new collection at a museum. 24 Nov 20251 Aug 2025Actor 'thrilled' to play RSC's Big Friendly GiantJohn Leader is set to play the Roald Dahl character in the theatre company's upcoming production. 1 Aug 202518 Jun 2025Original Roald Dahl sketches sell for £24,000The sketches were drawn in black ballpoint pen and are the only ones he ever produced for a book.18 Jun 202516 Jun 2025Roald Dahl's original sketches to be auctioned In Roald Dahl's five-decade long career, these were the only sketches he ever created for his books.16 Jun 2025...
