An Afternoon with Celia Imrie and Fidelis Morgan

“A page-turning story with a huge heart that will transport you back in time”  

Join beloved actor and author, and standout star of The Celebrity Traitors Celia Imrie for a lively conversation with long-time collaborator, writer, director and historian Fidelis Morgan, as they discuss Imrie’s latest historical novel, Meet Me at Rainbow Corner. 

Set in wartime London, the novel brings to life the vibrant world of Rainbow Corner, the famous social club for American servicemen, where men and women gathered to dance and more during the Second World War. Celia and Fidelis will share the inspiration behind the story, the real history that shaped it, and the joys and challenges of blending historical fact with historical fiction. 

Perfect for fans of historical fiction, theatre and television alike. 

This is part a new series of events co-produced between Storyhouse and HistFest.  

About Celia Imrie 

Celia Imrie is an Olivier Award-winning and Screen Actors Guild-nominated actress. She is known for her film roles in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Calendar Girls, Nanny McPhee, Bridget Jones, Absolutely Fabulous, Finding Your Feet, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and Good Grief. She is currently filming in the Netflix series The Diplomat. Celia Imrie is also the author of her autobiography, The Happy Hoofer, and the top ten Sunday Times bestselling novels in the Nice Trilogy – Not Quite Nice, Nice Work (If You Can Get It) and A Nice Cup of Tea – Sail Away and Orphans of the Storm. 

About Fidelis Morgan 

Fidelis Morgan is the author of several non-fiction history books, including The Female Wits, and her four historical murder mysteries have been translated into several languages. She has lectured around the world, from Stanford University and the University of California to the University of Utrecht. Fidelis’ acting roles include parts in Jeeves and Wooster, As Time Goes By and A Little Chaos, and as a director, Celia Imrie’s revue Laughing Matters. 

About HistFest   

HistFest is a dynamic history events company that produces innovative digital and live content to global audiences – from festivals, lectures, film screenings and courses, to short films, podcasts and live performances.