“Nice To See You, To See You Nice!”

Last night I travelled to Teddington Studios to watch The Rob Brydon Show being filmed. Bit of waiting around, and we were very lucky to get in (had we been 5 – 10 minutes later, we may not have made it…) but it was definitely worth the two-hour trip. Little man trapped in a box voice? Oh yes. We even got to see his long socks. Bruce Forsyth was lovely, and he has literally been performing forever. I definitely have a new-found respect for him, especially for his answer when asked if he had any regrets. True honesty is something you rarely see in showbiz, and Bruce replied “oh, of course I do.” Sophie Ellis Bextor was the musical performer, and despite looking like she’d snap in half any second, she is looking pretty good. Lighter hair, a very 1980’s LBD (complete with giant pink bows as trim) and a killer pair of heels. Instantly recognisable as Louboutins, I’ve done a bit of research, and they are Eugenie Satin Pumps. Not as keen on them now I’ve seen the detailing close up, but from a bit of a distance, they are stunning. The best part of the show (Rob Brydon aside) was the stand up that Rob had on. Elis James, an up and coming comedian from Wales was hilarious. He’s got a face that is vaguely recognisable and I had the feeling I’d seen him somewhere before… but I’ve had a look and I’m still not convinced. He won ‘Best Comedy’ at the National Student Radio Awards in 2006, supported Rhod Gilbert on tour in 2008 and 2009, and was met with rave reviews for his performance at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival. I’m looking at upcoming gigs at the moment, as I’d really like to see a bit more of him. Won’t be ordering any for a while, as I am monumentally poor.

Other amazing things I have seen this week include this Marmite computer mouse, or “Marmouse” as it has been creatively dubbed. You can purchase them at www.marmite.co.uk. I rarely sit at a desk to compute (it is one of the highlights of owning a laptop) so I don’t really have the capacity for a mouse. If I did, this would be the one I’d choose. I’m a lover.

Also, due to some fidgeting with the settings on here, you might notice that on the right, there

Britain’s Got Talent… Oh, Wait, That Appears to be France.

Okay, so apparently Britain’s Got Talent are now accepting applications from people who need translators to apply. So, he was vaguely talented. But he doesn’t even go here. This is an outrage. Ant and Dec definitely feel the same way – you can tell by the sarcastic smirk on their faces when they asked if he’d come over just to apply. I’m only shocked that Michael McIntyre didn’t say anything. I know he took the mic out of the translator, but that was all? Really? Shocking behaviour. Definitely confirmation of the fixed outcome of the programme, and thus the reason I will desist talking about such rubbish.

I have done a LOT of shopping this week, and my favourite item so far is my brand new French Connection maxi dress – £50 from Asos.com. All I can say is amazing. I love maxi dresses, not only because they hide a multitude of sins, but because they make me feel like an absolute goddess – and goddess I am not. Usually I would be slightly reluctant about spending as much money on something as plain. On this occasion, I am so glad I did. Okay, so £50 might not seem that much, but I am supposed to be a penniless student (dresses like this are probably why). It is so soft, and it is so flattering and I actually don’t think I want to take it off. Definitely my fail safe dress for the  summer.

I have a busy few weeks ahead. Last essay due in this Wednesday. Exam the following Thursday. Then Rob Brydon baby! Off to the BBC recording studio in Teddington to watch the filming of the Rob Brydon Show. Excited is not the word! No news on who the guests will be, but in the last series he had Alice Cooper, Tom Jones and Stephen Fry so I’ll be keeping my fingers crossed for somebody awesome.

Today I discovered Michael Eavis once came to my house. It was at some point before Glastonbury last year and I have only just found out. As a journalism student, it is beyond me why people do not tell me these things. I have been getting excited about the festival again, this time channelling my attentions into Wellington boots. I have decided I am going to treat myself to some Hunters – possibly after my wages have gone in. Still trying to decide on the colour. I’ve narrowed it down to jewel green, violet, pillarbox, cobalt, and aubergine. I’m also very tempted by the navy Huntress. Updates to follow, but if anybody has read this far and would like to make a suggestion I would very much appreciate it.  Answers on a postcard please. Failing that, the comments section below would be just as good.