Toyah’s Wonderful World Of Weird Strawberry Moon An original short story
Written & read by Toyah Willcox
Just in time for the summer solstice comes a brand new short story written by and narrated by Toyah Willcox.
“I have always loved short stories, they can inhabit any world from suburbia to the fantastic. When time is short and long distances need to be travelled, the short story has taken me to places i willingly want to go to. So whether you have five minutes to spare, or you want to escape for a while…join me and my love of the unpredictable. Welcome to Toyah’s Wonderful World of Weird…”
Celebrity Help! My House Is Haunted: Really: Wednesday 25th June: 0.00am Toyah Willcox. Series 1, episode 5. The team undergoes one of the most terrifying investigations yet when visiting Toyah Willcox, who has experienced strange activity in her home ever since she moved in.
My Mum – Isobel – was born on Friday 13th June 1941 and she died on Friday 13th June 1997, exactly 56 years later. Sometimes fact is stranger than fiction! So this Friday 13th June was a very special “Dreamscape On Tour” date for me, spending the day in the city my Mum was born in, Perth, on what would have been her 84th birthday. It was a happy day and I felt close to my Mum. Thanks to Sharon for sharing the day with me.
Toyah’s Sack The Stylist?! Top 30: NOW 80s: Monday 16th June: 9pm
Pop legend Toyah brings 30 memorable videos featuring a cavalcade of clothing calamities from superstars including Visage, Five Star, Divine, Cher, The Jam, Bananarama, Dead Or Alive, Bucks Fizz, ABC, Depeche Mode, David Bowie, Madonna, Adam & The Ants, A Flock Of Seagulls, Roxy Music, Kajagoogoo, Duran Duran, Grace Jones, Su Pollard, Toyah herself and more in this crazy countdown! See the full Toyah’s Sack The Stylist?! Top 30playlist here.
“Well, I’ve been taking an affectionate look at fellow pop stars and their styles so I had to balance things out with that. My hair, make-up and outfit on Thunder In The Mountains was pretty crazy. But I loved it!”
It’s a new month and a new Toyah At Home with news on what’s been going on, what’s coming up and exciting plans for 2025 into 2026. There’s music too, with a concert performance of a track from Minx to celebrate its new picture disc vinyl release.
Toyah’s trio of solo albums: Minx (1985), Desire (1987) and Prostitute (1988) were all released on vinyl picture discs last Friday. The latter two albums were also released on 2CD in 7″ packaging. Minx had already been available on this format, having been released in 2024.
• Further info, tracklists and ordering links are all available at the Music section of toyahwillcox.com.
We Are The Mods: BBC Radio 4: Saturday 21st June: 8pm A New Documentary. Pete Townshend, Phil Daniels and film director Franc Roddam look back on the Who’s 1973 concept album Quadrophenia and the 1978 movie adaptation. They are joined by their modern-day successors on a new ballet adaptation – lead dancer Paris Fitzpatrick, ballet director Rob Ashford, and Townshend’s partner Rachel Fuller, who has orchestrated the music for a new era.
In 1973, The Who released Quadrophrenia, an ambitious rock concept album that told the story of Jimmy, the compelling young mod struggling through the hot summer of 1964. Five years after the record release, Quadrophenia was adapted into a cult classic film. Combined, Quadrophenia defined more than one generation.
Did any of us anticipate a Quadrophenia return more than 50 years later – but this time as a ballet?
This edition of Archive on 4 compresses the many iterations and eras of Quadrophenia to consider its enduring cultural legacy. Music writer Alexis Petridis assembles conversations between the past and present: The Who’s principal songwriter Pete Townshend sits down with his partner Rachel Fuller, who has orchestrated Townshend’s music for the modern era; Phil Daniels, who famously played Jimmy in the movie, meets dancer Paris Fitzpatrick, who performs the lead in the ballet; And Franc Roddam, film director, meets Rob Ashford, ballet director.
Jimmy & Shivi’s Farmhouse Breakfast: ITV: Friday 13th June: 5am Toyah Willcox. Series 2, episode 8. Jimmy Doherty and Shivi Ramoutar are joined by singer, actress and presenter Toyah Willcox. It’s time to spruce up the guinea pig enclosure at the wildlife park and test out some TikTok cooking hacks back in the kitchen, while local upcycler Sarah joins the trio to show everyone how to glam up their lampshades.
Carol Decker’s 30 Rock Chicks!: NOW Rock: Monday 16th June: 6pm
T’Pau’s Carol Decker brings a bit of Heart and Soul to a countdown of ’80s ladies who like to rock! With Joan Jett, Tina Turner, Stevie Nicks and Pat Benatar. (as well as Toyah via the Thunder In The Mountains video).
This teen-orientated show from the BBC covered the contemporary scene in the Midlands and was hosted by local girl (and future punk superstar) Toyah Willcox and a number of Midlands DJs, including Chris Phipps in Birmingham and John Holmes in Nottingham.
Produced from the BBC’s Pebble Mill Studios, the show introduced segments covering music, films, fashion and youth culture in general, along with a local gig guide.
Punk icon Toyah to perform at the Beacon Arts Centre in 2026
Punk icon Toyah is set to perform at the Beacon Arts Centre as part of her 2026 UK tour. The Quadrophenia star is set to entertain fans with a live performance and storytelling evening on June 11.
This is part of her 49-date tour, titled the Songs and Stories Tour, which will see her reflect on her 50-year career in the industry.
Toyah, known for hits such as It’s a Mystery, said: “It will be really exciting for me to look back on my career and share stories with audiences across the country. “It will be a very special tour.”
• Continue reading at the Greenock Telegraph. Tickets are on sale for all 49 dates of An Evening With Toyah: Songs And Stories – Book here.
Quadrophenia: Sky Cinema Greats: Tuesday 10th June: 4.10pm Quadrophenia: Sky Cinema Greats: Wednesday 11th June: 00.30am
The Who wrote and produced this energetic story of a young man disillusioned with his life in 1960s London. Phil Daniels excels as the alienated anti-hero Jimmy Cooper. Director: Franc Roddam. Starring: Phil Daniels, Leslie Ash, Toyah Willcox, Philip Davis, Mark Wingett, Sting, and Ray Winstone.
Toyah’s Wonderful World Of Weird
