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Reports may seem far-fetched that a German production of Richard Wagner's Tannhäuser, feted as a highlight of the 200th-anniversary celebrations of his birth this month, have taken such a heavy psychological toll on members of the Düsseldorf audience that some have needed medical attention.

But in his day, the German composer was held responsible for a lot more than fainting and heart palpitations: his works were viewed as a threat not only to the health of musicians and...

The Roses Theatre will also help people affected by domestic abuse - both victims and perpetrators.

Arts and drama sessions will be used to help them build confidence and skills.

Director Sarah Blowers said: "For a lot of the women it was really important they weren't sitting in a room talking about it, but they were sitting in a room creating something."

'Safe place'

@laweslaweslawes (follow him on Twitter) sent in this fantastic blog about fear, living with it, and defeating it. Check out his blog http://andrew-lawes.com/2013/04/13/overcoming-fear-learning-live/ and don't forget to subscribe so you can see more of his updates!