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Theatre Review: Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story

More than just a nostalgia fest: we review The Buddy Holly Story at Theatre Royal Concert Hall

Film Review: Oppenheimer

A very serious but highly dramatic film that tells a fascinating story of technology and its political implications…

Bigger, prouder and more colourful than ever - Nottingham Pride 2023

Greeted by blue skies and sunshine, Nottingham Pride returned this weekend bigger, prouder and more colourful than ever. Beth Green went along to catch the vibe.

Gig Review: The Wonder Stuff at Rock City

Kevin Stanley was transported back to 1993 as he saw The Wonder Stuff take to the Rock City stage...

From Love From A Stranger to The Curious Cabaret, Here's What’s on in Nottingham This Week 31 July - 6 August

Our recommendations of what to see, do, buy and drink over the next seven days in Nottingham...

Overheard in Notts July 2023

What you been chatting this month?

How many giraffes are in the air we breathe? We Review Nottingham Contemporary's Latest Exhibition

Through a fusion of bold artistic activism and interactive installations, Nottingham Contemporary's latest triad of exhibitions provides a visual playground for us to re-examine the importance of imagination and innocence...

Sourcing Nottingham’s Wild and Edible Treasures With The Nottingham Forager

Lucy AKA The Nottingham Forager is the ultimate guide to Nottingham’s wild edible treasures, running workshops and events (often on a donation basis) to share her expansive knowledge of our natural pantry. We caught up with Lucy to find out what foraging is all about, her top tips this summer and why talking about blue legs is pretty normal around these parts.

Left Magpie: July 2023

Gig Review: The Last Dinner Party at The Bodega

After featuring in our July print issue, The Last Dinner Party took to the Bodega stage on their first UK headline tour...

5 Best Places To Get Authentic Indian Food In Nottingham

Looking for authentic Indian food in Nottingham? We've got you covered...

Left Brian: July 2023

LeftLion's monthly Nottingham Forest FC column is back with reflections on Nottingham Forest Women F.C., new and old signings, expectations for the next season and some thoughts on the passing of Reds legends, Trevor Francis and Chris Bart-Williams.

Food Review: Boulangerie de Saigon

In true Gen-Z style, I have an issue with buying too many coffees. Good day, bad day, boring day: It’s always the perfect time for a coffee. And, while this habit isn’t great for my finances, it is good for my happiness. Which, of course, is why I was so excited to see Boulangerie de Saigon open ten seconds away from the LeftLion office. Plus, why I dragged our Editor along to try it, mere days after the business had opened...

Locating D.H. Lawrence: July 1923

It’s July 1923, and D.H. Lawrence is crossing the border of Mexico into America where he encounters a ‘a vast and weary river that looks as if it had never wanted to start flowing’...

Festivals, Pride and Outdoor Theatre - Here’s What’s On In Nottingham This Week 24 July - 30 July

The summer is in full swing, even if the weather isn't getting it, and this week there's some excellent events to look forward to. Time to get out and about and enjoy some of Nottingham's best.

Film Review: Barbie

Well, it's finally here - but has it been worth the wait? Yes, yes it has...

Theatre Review: Twelfth Night

Kevin Stanley reviews an outdoor performance of Twelfth Night...