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Preview: Middleway Words Book Festival
Sun 05 Sept 2021Churning out authors like Alan Sillitoe and D.H. Lawrence, the Midlands has a long history with literature. It’s therefore unsurprising (but still exciting) that we have a Midlands book festival to look forward to this September.
Review: Cauldron Born: How Long I Have Thirsted to be a God Among Men
Thu 01 Jul 2021We take a look at Amelia Seren Roberts' latest work, on display at Surface Gallery...
Short Film Golden Handshake Sheds Light on the Midlands' Dedicated Skateboarding Community
Wed 23 Jun 2021From split balls to Sneinton market, Golden Handshake – a new short film from skate organisation Hooked – shines a light on the Midlands’ dedicated and expanding skateboarding community. George White chats to founder Dave Ford about the project, which is now available to watch on YouTube…
Viral Infection: One Middle Aged Man on His Changing Relationship with Social Media
Mon 12 Apr 2021Our Editor Ashley Carter explores his changing relationship with social media, and whether it might not be the right place for a middle-aged man to exist any more...
A Midwife in Notts
Sat 10 Apr 2021"We run a 24-hour service that never stops, meaning we have to be in a constant state of readiness."
Dead Quiet is a New Short Film That’s a Different Viewing Experience Because of Lockdown
Sat 06 Mar 2021Screen section co-editor Jamie Morris talks to filmmaker Alex Withers about how the pandemic has changed the way people will experience Dead Quiet, his new short film...
Nottingham-Born Actor Tom Blyth on His Journey from the TV Workshop to HBO’s The Gilded Age
Tue 23 Feb 2021We talk to Nottingham-born, New York-based actor Tom Blyth about his journey from the TV Workshop to The Juilliard School, working with Terence Davies on Benediction, and his upcoming HBO series The Gilded Age...
We're All Black Down Here is Set to Explore the History of an African-Caribbean Miner in the East Midlands
Mon 25 Jan 2021George White talks to writer Milly James and producer Sophia Ramcharan about We’re All Black Down Here, a short film exploring the story of an African-Caribbean miner in the East Midlands...
Film Review: The Midnight Sky
Mon 28 Dec 2020George Clooney jumps behind the camera and sets off into space in new Netflix Original The Midnight Sky...
40 Years Later: Airplane
Sat 29 Aug 2020Non-stop laughs from the parodic cult classic that launched Leslie Nielsen's comedic career…
Notts-Born Singer-Songwriter Natalie Duncan on Her New Album, Free
Sat 08 Aug 2020There aren’t many things in life that are a given these days. One exception, however, is the guaranteed beauty of a new album release by Notts-born singer songwriter Natalie Duncan. Free, which was released on 31 July this year, is Nat’s first full-length album since 2012, and is full of her customary soul-infused melodies and candid lyrics. Featuring tracks written over a number of years since 2012, it’s one heck of an expansive record, brimming with vivacity and ambition. We caught up with Nat to chat about her Notts roots, the new record and her musical life in the age of COVID-19….
Film Hub Midlands Invites Aspiring Filmmakers to Creative Producers School
Tue 14 Jul 2020Film Hub Midlands, a partner of the BFI Network, is giving Nottingham filmmakers the chance to gain skills and experience in the production process...
Flying Home During COVID: Your Stories of Getting Back to Notts During Coronavirus
Mon 22 Jun 2020Those who had holidays booked as the COVID crisis began to escalate were faced with a difficult decision: to go ahead with their plans and risk getting sick or stranded, or give up their hard-earned holidays and take the financial hit. But for some, the situation was out of their control, as they were already abroad by the time the health crisis had become a serious issue. With panic starting, misinformation spreading and lockdown looming, they faced a ticking clock to get back to the UK before it was too late…
Midlands' Mix: Documentary Series Showcases Nottingham's Upcoming Bands
Wed 27 May 2020Ella Farnsworth's new documentary series Midlands' Mix aims to bring light to the best upcoming bands Nottingham has to offer...
Shit-Faced Shakespeare are Bringing a Drunken Performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream to Notts
Wed 02 Oct 2019Back in Shakespeare’s day, the water was so dirty that alcohol was the preferred drink of choice, meaning that there’s every chance actors performed his work half-cut. Shit-Faced Shakespeare are taking the Bard’s work back it’s roots, with one member of the cast getting tipsy during each performance. We spoke to members Saul Barron, Lucy Norris and Beth-Louise Priestly about their boozy exploits ahead of a performance at the Nottingham Playhouse...
Theatre Review: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Fri 12 Jul 2019Nottingham Shakespeare Company are bringing Oberon, Puck, Bottom and the gang to various locations around the city...
Film Review: Midsommar
Thu 11 Jul 2019Ari Aster's follow-up to 2018's Hereditary has caused a bit of a stir since its release. Here's what we thought of it...
Nusic Podcast #207 with Lia White, San Junipero, Midnite City, Velvet Blush and More...
Wed 26 Jun 2019This week’s New Music Podcast features the band that have sold out their October gig already, we announce the Industry Professionals for the 2019 FSN Final, plus the MC so focussed he’s the only rapper in the UK not on social media every seven seconds.
This podcast may contain some fruity language. Sensitive ears – you have been warned.
A Tribute to February Montaine: Reviving Memories of a Midlands Musician
Wed 15 May 2019Every so often, something hits our inbox that is impossible to ignore. When Sam Potter, formerly of Castle Donington-based band Late of the Pier, got in touch to tell us about his latest project, we knew it was one we had to share.
Crazy P's Danielle Moore on Throwing the Middle Finger to the Establishment
Sun 28 Apr 2019Crazy P’s singer might have ‘blagged’ her way into a twenty year career, but they’re about to release new album, Age of the Ego, kicking off the tour at Brickworks for a rare live performance in the band’s hometown.
History of the Weird Midlands Episode Eight: Mysteries of the Midlands, Part Two
Thu 25 Apr 2019Against all odds, we've reached the end of another series! In the season two finale, the gang investigate the mysterious Derbyshire Dogman, the illusive Nottinghamshire big cat, the mind-boggling Hollingwell Incident, and the most mystifying location to have ever graced our fine county: St. Anne's.
History of the Weird Midlands Episode Seven: His Infernal Midlands
Mon 22 Apr 2019In this week's episode we take a look at the Man of Wealth and Taste himself, the Devil! Prepare yourself for tales of wicked deeds, dastardly machinations, and evil intent. Warning: Contains strong language and references to child abuse and sexual assault.
History of the Weird Midlands Episode Six: Subterranean Secrets
Fri 12 Apr 2019Get your helmets on, listeners: We're going spelunking! In this week's episode, the gang take a deep-dive into the marvelous and mysterious world beneath our feet, looking at the history of Creswell Crags, the Derbyshire Catacombs, and the twisting network of caves that stretch across the whole county. Warning: Contains strong language and some serious spookiness.
History of the Weird Midlands Episode Five: The Great Nottingham Curio Show!
Thu 04 Apr 2019Roll up, roll up! In the season two premiere, the gang take a look at the remarkable and infamous curiosity show, including exploitative entertainers of Goose Fair, the perennial jokester William Wallet, and the world-famous Joseph Merrick, A.K.A. the Elephant Man! Warning: Contains strong language and some serious spookiness.