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We caught up with Nish Kumar ahead of his two gigs at Nottingham Playhouse

Sat 21 Sep 2024

The man’s so funny, they booked him twice. Nish Kumar brings his razor-sharp political insight to the Nottingham Playhouse two times in October during the Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe tour. Here he gives LeftLion an exclusive peek…

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Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival Returns Celebrating 47 Years of Beers and Cheers

Wed 18 Sep 2024

Nottingham’s flagship celebration of ale and cider is back at Trent Bridge from Wednesday 9 – Saturday 12 October...

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Film Review: Lee

Mon 16 Sep 2024

It could have been an all-timer, but this extraordinary true story is still a very decent watch…

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Day One at Broad Marsh's New Green Heart Space

Sat 07 Sep 2024

After years of imagination and careful planning, a brand new spot for nature has been opened for city-dwellers in Notts. We go to tally up the dragonflies...

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Alt-rock quartet Bored Marsh talk festivals, finding success and their upcoming EP

Wed 04 Sep 2024

In just a few short years, alt-rock quartet Bored Marsh have gone from non-existent to becoming one of the hottest bands to emerge from the booming Nottingham music scene. Now with the release of their debut EP on the horizon, we sat down with frontman Joe Need and guitarist Brad Westby to discuss their rapid rise.

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From indie gigs to horror film festivals: Here's what's on in Nottingham this week 2 - 8 September

Sun 01 Sep 2024

Whether you're mad for musicals or already looking forward to the Halloween season, there's plenty to counteract the September blues this week in Notts. Here are our picks of the week from 2 September to 8 September. 

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Review: Foolhardy Folk Festival 2024

Thu 29 Aug 2024

Curated with care by Beans on Toast, this year's Foolhardy Folk Festival at the Arboretum once again provided great music, good vibes and trees galore... 

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In photos: Launch day at The Grove

Mon 26 Aug 2024

Nottingham has always been renowned for its live music scene. That scene has become even brighter with the opening of brand new venue The Grove, in Sneinton Market. We were there to document the opening day, which featured music from seven of our city's most exciting up and coming bands...

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Festival review: Gloworm 2024

Mon 19 Aug 2024

Our youngest reviewer at 20 months old, Silvia, has had a total blast at Gloworm Festival 2024 and we are here to give you lovely Notts folk a rundown of the day…

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Playing for laughs: we chat to the Robin Hood International Improv comedy Festival

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Hundreds of comedians and improvisers are descending on Notts, and not one has learnt their lines! The Robin Hood International Improv Festival is returning to Nottingham for the third time in September. We sat down with artistic co-director and improviser Lloydie James Lloyd to talk about the festival, the local scene and what people make of Nottingham.

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We spoke to the organisers of Huldra Horror Shorts, a film festival in the woods this September

Wed 14 Aug 2024

It’s still August, but if you are one of those people who hankers for Halloween, the Huldra Horror Shorts Festival might be for you. Taking place in the woodland near Notts Maize Maze this September, we meet the makers Dan and Kym Lord to ask what horrors await this year…

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Festival Review: Y Not 2024

Sun 11 Aug 2024

It’s the Midlands’ biggest indie extravaganza – Y Not Festival. Taking place a mere 35 miles from Nottingham, this year’s line-up boasted some of the best bands in the land, but also an abundance of the very best up-and-coming local talent too. With a big Notts representation on the bill, the LeftLion Music team went along to report on how their sets went down in the sun-sprinkled Pikehall fields, along with a couple of other highlights from across the weekend.

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A House in Jerusalem: How this Nottingham company made the first UK and Palestine co-produced film

Tue 06 Aug 2024

For 24 years Al Clark and Rachel Robey have produced independent films, from all around the world, through their Nottingham based company Wellington Films. They've just wrapped up their tenth feature film, Sister Midnight, which saw the pair travel to Mumbai to shoot on location, aired at Cannes recently and set to be released early next year. Their most recent film, A House in Jerusalem, saw them travel to Palestine - the film is the first ever UK/Palestine co-production - for several months. Last month it screened in Broadway, which is where the company is based, but it is returning for two more screenings due to popular demand.  

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We caught up with Beans on Toast ahead of the Foolhardy Folk Festival at Nottingham Arboretum

Mon 05 Aug 2024

Honorary Nottingham lad Beans on Toast is back in town! The trees have been telling tales of yolkish yonder and folkish fun, and that August bank holiday has never looked more inviting. We caught up with Jay as he gears up for this year’s Foolhardy Folk Festival.

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The ultimate guide to Gloworm Festival as Vicky McClure revealed as special guest

Wed 31 Jul 2024

Gloworm is a dedicated family festival that delivers entertainment for both children and their adults, with a jam-packed weekend schedule of activities, performances, live music, and interactive experiences. We give you the lowdown on what's in store for 2024.

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Review: Waterfront Festival at The Canalhouse

Tue 23 Jul 2024

Nottingham's music scene is bursting at the seams, with new events popping up almost every month. Bassey spent a day at The Canalhouse and found himself spoilt for choice at the eclectic and charity-supporting Waterfront Festival...

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Notts Pride, 80s inspired Boho festival, Imara art auction, a punk gig. Here's what's on in Nottingham this week 22 - 28 July

Mon 22 Jul 2024

Happening here in Nottingham this week: Notts Pride street parties, Boho festival in the wilderness, Imara art auction, punk rock band Phat problem & friends, Madagascar the Musical at The Royal Centre.

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Twenty years of photographing Pride Festival with photojournalist Alan Lodge

Mon 22 Jul 2024

Originating from a free festival and traveller background, Alan Lodge has worked as a photographer for over fifty years, with a particular special interest in ‘alternative’ lifestyles and subcultures. Having covered Pride events for several decades, we thought we’d share some of his best images and ask him a few questions about life behind the lens…

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Film Review: Twisters

Mon 22 Jul 2024

Car chases, romance, science experiments, cowboys – Twisters has it all! 

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LeftLion Interviews Podcast #2: The Petebox on Beatboxing, Youtube Fame, Two Decades of Touring and ITV's The Voice

Fri 19 Jul 2024

Welcome to the second episode of the ‘LeftLion Interviews’ podcast. Our guest is the amazing musician and beatboxer The Petebox...

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Review: Gate To Southwell Festival

Mon 08 Jul 2024

Despite its size, Gate To Southwell Festival offers a surprisingly deep and wide array of music and entertainment for all the family, attracting folk and roots artists from all over the world. LeftLion spent Saturday there and came away very impressed...

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In photos: Could Be Real Tribute Festival at Newstead Abbey

Sun 07 Jul 2024

LeftLion headed to the beautiful Newstead Abbey for a one-of-a-kind event featuring 10 of the UK's best musical tribute acts across two stages. It may not have been the real thing, but that didn't stop everyone having fun...

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Film Review: Kinds of Kindness

Wed 03 Jul 2024

Yorgos Lanthimos is already back with another absurdist comedy...

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Review: Monuments and Melodies all-dayer at Rough Trade

Tue 02 Jul 2024

2024’s Monuments & Melodies Festival at Rough Trade Nottingham promised to be "a beacon for music enthusiasts”. LeftLion spent the day, and discovered a varied and dazzling array of talent, showcasing alternative music at its best...

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Festivals, exhibtions and gigs: Here's what's on this week in Notts: 1 - 7 July 2024

Sun 30 Jun 2024

This week in Notts! Enjoy some homegrown talent on the canal at Waterfront Festival or an array of tribute acts at Could Be Real Festival, take an arty excursion to New Art Exchange or have a family day out at the Sneinton Festival.

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