From theatre shows like Dreamgirls to Notts literature icons like Sue Cheung, we've got an exciting week coming up in our city...
Dreamgirls
When: Tuesday 17 May to Saturday 28 May
Where: Theatre Royal
How much: £23.50 to £58.00
Dreamgirls is just that - an absolute dream. Straight from the West End, this dazzling musical tells the story of Effie, Lorrell and Deena, three young singers trying to make their way through 1960s show business. Full of glitz, glamour and a glimpse into the world of the famous, Dreamgirls is full of high stakes and fantastic music, including And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going, One Night Only and more.
UB40
When: Wednesday 18 May
Where: Rock City
How much: £40
It’s basically summer now, right? And that can only mean one thing - it’s time for some reggae. These legends of the genre are coming all the way from, um, Birmingham to bring good vibes and great tunes from throughout the years. Even better? They’re supported by the legendary Don Letts, who we had the pleasure of speaking to not so long ago. What more could you ask for?
Preview: Emergency
When: Thursday 19 May
Where: Broadway Cinema
How much: £5
Every now and then, a film comes along that feels properly fresh, that combines sharp comedy with thought-provoking messages, that lowers your defences with humour and hits you right in the heart with drama. Well, Emergency is one of those films. Showing in Nottingham before its official release date - thanks to Black Cinema organisation We Are Parable - this is one you will not want to miss.
A Working Class Celebration of the Lockdown Diaries
When: Sunday 22 May
Where: Rough Trade
How much: Free - £5
Aiming to overcome what they describe as a “position of ‘lack’”, a group of passionate working-class creatives have banded together to release a new book, A Working Class Celebration of the Lockdown Diaries. Inside, 47 writers and six artists combine to create a visually stunning and truly powerful illustration of life during the pandemic. Head on over to Rough Trade for a special launch event, featuring poetry, music, and an introduction from writer Lisa Mckenzie.
Chinese Write Now: Sue Cheung in Conversation
When: Sunday 22 May
Where: Djanogly Theatre, Lakeside Arts
How much: Free
Helping to kick off Lakeside’s Chinese Write Now Festival is award-winning writer and illustrator Sue Cheung, who stops by (digitally, at least) to discuss her life growing up in a Nottingham takeaway and how it inspired her books. Interviewed by members of the Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature Youth Panel, Cheung will dive into her popular releases including Chinglish and Maddy Yip’s Guide to Life and Summer. Book your tickets write away…
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