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Stewardesses in Hong Kong learn self defence moves
Read lifestyle news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade Stewardesses who work for Hong Kong Airlines are taking compulsory kung fu lessons in order to help them deal with troublesome passengers. They are being taught the ancient art of Wing Chun, which uses striking and grappling moves in close-range combat to defeat opponents. It is hoped that they will be given a confidence boost in having to reprimand drunken or abusive fliers, as well as extra strength should they have to take them on themselves. Instructor Sifu... Read more...
Tunbridge Wells gets its very own superhero
Read lifestyle news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade Gotham City has Batman, New York City is looked after by both Spiderman and Superman and - not to be left out - Tunbridge Wells now also has its very own superhero. Distressed by a lack of community spirit in the area, an unnamed 25-year-old has taken to patrolling the streets in a ninja costume, helping old ladies across roads, rescuing cats and preventing loutishness. Calling himself the Neighbourhood Ninja of Tunbridge Wells, the vigilante insists he is... Read more...
Thor star Tom Hiddleston: My dad didn't approve of my acting
Read entertainment news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade He is to grace cinema screens all over the UK from April 27th 2011 onwards, but Thor actor Tom Hiddleston has revealed his father did not want him to become an actor. He plays Loki, Thor's evil brother in the Marvel comics movie adaptation, but told the Scottish Daily Record that his dad James was not keen on him pursuing this kind of career when he first mentioned it as a 13-year-old. "We had arguments about me doing... Read more...
Batman Live to come to a venue near you
Read entertainment news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade A new show based on the Batman story is set to tour the UK, beginning in Manchester in July 2011, it has been revealed. Batman Live is billed as a stage spectacular by creators DC Comics and is set to feature action, adventures and explosions. However, anyone hoping to see the Caped Crusader singing might be disappointed, as its creators were quick to point out it isn't a musical. Nick Court and Sam Heughen will alternate in playing... Read more...
Ryan Reynolds is a caring Green Lantern
Read celebrity news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade Fans of comic book superhero the Green Lantern are no doubt eager to see Ryan Reynolds kicking some baddies' behinds when the he stars in the new movie that hits our cinema screen soon. However, he has shown he can be caring as well as heroic, speaking out to raise money for The Michael J Fox Foundation (MJFF) for Parkinson's Research, MTV reports. Fox is a well-known sufferer of the disease and Reynolds has said he is determined... Read more...
Captain America 1979 gets vote for worst superhero costume
Read entertainment news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade The superhero costume Captain America wore in the TV movie from 1979 has been voted as the worst ever donned by any comic book hero by one website. Mania.com said that while actor Reb Brown was a good size to play the patriotic goodie, he was let down by what he had to wear. "He wears a motorcycle helmet, he has vertical red and white stripes and his shield was a cheap piece of clear Plexiglas," the article... Read more...
Wonder Woman starts filming in Los Angeles
Read entertainment news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade The first pictures have emerged of the new Wonder Woman costume that is being used for the live action version of the DC Comics cartoon. Adrianne Palicki is starring as the crime-fighting heroine and she was pictured this week in Los Angeles, sprinting down a road and sporting a revamped version of the classic look. The red bustier is still there, as is the useful belt, but the superhero's hotpants have been swapped for some more practical blue... Read more...
Batman's Michael Gough loses battle with illness
Read celebrity news as you browse for superhero fancy dress with Escapade Sad news for movie fans today - Batman actor Michael Gough has passed away at the age of 94. The veteran actor, who is perhaps best known for playing Bruce Wayne's butler Alfred Pennyworth, had been ill for the past year and died at home surrounded by his closest family. He had appeared in the Batman films since 1989, starring alongside actors including George Clooney in the lead role. However, superhero aficionados may not be aware that he... Read more...
Daring duo to wear superhero fancy dress for London Marathon
A police detective and his brother have said they intend to wear superhero fancy dress for the London Marathon this year in order to raise money for charity and break a record. Rue Jones will don a Robin costume while Matthew Jones is to sport Batman fancy dress for the 26-mile race in April, the Bolton News reports. They are doing it all for the Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Association, a charity that raises funds and awareness for a rare neurological Read more...
Beyonce puts on fancy dress for African-themed photoshoot
Beyonce is a pro at knowing what to do to hit the headlines and a recent photoshoot that saw her put on fun fancy dress inspired by African tribes demonstrates this. The singer has swapped her revealing stage outfits for a leopard-print top and woven clothes in a shoot for L'Officiel magazine. It seems that the Crazy In Love singer has been having a lot of fun when hitting her fancy dress box, as she put on an elaborate headdress for one image, together with a strapless tribal-print dress. This... Read more...
Irish festival to host fancy dress April Fool's party
People heading to Ireland could rummage through their collection of fun fancy dress for a pre-festival warm-up in Dublin on April Fools this year. Anyone who is getting excited about the upcoming Sibin Festival in Dublin at the end of April is in for a treat as there will be a taster for the live music gig on April 1st 2011 at Sweeneys. Fans of indie music can embrace their creative sides for the event as it's a special fancy dress night. This means there's no better reason to take... Read more...
Royal wedding 'great excuse for fancy dress parties'
The forthcoming nuptials of Prince William and Kate Middleton have presented a great excuse for people to get out their fun fancy dress costumes. This is what residents of Norsey View Drive in Billericay plan to do as the Echo has reported that locals are intending to hold a huge street party on April 29th 2011. As well as having a tea party on the public holiday as the pair tie the knot, residents have decided to go all out and celebrate by putting on their wildest costumes. People could... Read more...