Site search

Bands, Vegan Markets, Comedy and Photography: Here's What's on in Nottingham 1-7 April 2024

Got time on your hands this week? We've got you covered. From acclaimed acts such as James Blunt and Everything Everything to a gorgeous vegan market in Sneinton and a night that will have you laughing yourself out of that pesky bad mood, there's something for everyone this week.

We sat down with Charlotte Thomson-Morley to ask about her ideas, inspiration and other work.

Our wonderful cover art this month is by Charlotte Thomson-Morley, a South Notts illustrator and printmaker who makes work based around folklore and Paganism. We sat down with Charlotte to ask about her ideas, inspiration and other work.

We Speak to Caity Baser Ahead of Her Debut at Rock City

Humouring honesty and hysterics within every lyric she writes, the 'I’m A Problem’ singer-songwriter is anything but a worry for the future of Pop music.

Comedy, Theatre, Ice-skating and Music: Here's What's on in Nottingham 25 - 31 March 2024

The Easter Bank Holiday awaits! Whether you're a theatre enthusiast, comedy lover, or simply looking for family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Enjoy dragons in bow-ties and faraway worlds? We Check Out Voyage of the Damned, the debut novel from local author Frances White

Do you like your stories part myth, part magical gay murder-mystery cruise? Enjoy dragons in bow-ties and faraway worlds? Then perhaps Voyage of the Damned, the debut novel from local author Frances White is right up your street. We sat down with Frances to talk about finding your voice, getting published and being perceived as a writer.

From Romeo and Juliet to Art Exhibitions: Here's What's on This Week 18 - 24 March

If you are looking for some classics in stage and theatre in the next few days, Romeo et Juliette and The Motive and the Cue both bring the past successes of playwriters to the forefront of the cinemas this coming week. Additionally, the creative works of artists and musicians alike enter the city of Nottingham with exhibitions until 4 May. 

Ice Hockey Heroes to Dear England at the National Theatre: Here's What's On This Week beginning 11 - 18 March

Kicking off this week we have a spicy ice-hockey fixture between Nottingham Panthers and Fife Flyers. Following this make sure to see fan favourites Yard Act raise the roof at Rock City, England's manager scores his own show down at the National Theatre and artists unleashing their creativity in both the National Justice Museum and the New Art Exchange.

Sheriff of Nottingham Shuguftah Quddoos on the Nottingham cuts and her suspension from the Labour Party

Following on from famous film depictions by the likes of Alan Rickman and Matthew MacFadyen, Shuguftah Quddoos is the current Sheriff of Nottingham, a role which stretches back to the Norman conquest. We caught up with her on what has been quite a week on the council…

Nottingham Her-story: Our Top Women From Notts

Our fair city has been home to some spectacular women in its time, from comedians and performers to activists and artists. To celebrate International Women's Day we thought we’d round up some of the fabulous ladies who have made us proud and continue to inspire…

We Chat to Holly Humberstone About Her Upcoming EP 'Work in Progress'

LeftLion caught up with Grantham (and Nottingham) native Holly Humberstone during a rare few days of downtime between tours. Look out for our full interview in the next edition of the magazine...

Space Rock, Frida Kahlo, Opera and Elvis: Here’s What’s On in Nottingham this week 4 - 10 March 2024

We've got some great picks for you this coming week, kicking it all off we Ja Rule and Co. at the Motorpoint Arena on Tuesday. Following that, for music there's exquisite opera, extra-terrestrial space rockers HENGE and Ben Portsmouth i.e. the closest thing we'll ever get to seeing Elvis live. Frida, the new biopic of the eponymous artist is a must see and is followed up Whisky Stain, who are sure to provide you with your powerful hook fix for the week. 

In Photos: Novelists at Rescue Rooms

Comedy, Music, Dance and Ethical Fashion: Here’s What’s On in Nottingham this week 26 Feb - 3 March 2024

Whether you fancy being amused with comedy, moved by ballet, inspired by fashion, there's plenty happening in Notts this week!

We Chat to Paloma Faith Ahead of Her Royal Concert Hall Show

Paloma Faith will be bringing her Glorification of Sadness tour to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall in April of this year. The tour shares its name with her latest album and is a rebirth, of sorts, in terms of her artistry. It feels like she goes deeper into her emotions and her personal relationships when it comes to songwriting for this album, released last Friday, and there are dance floor hits as well as tearjerkers. We spoke with Paloma, over Zoom, about new eras, being vulnerable in her new music and why she feels female artists aren’t given enough credit in the music industry...

We Chat to Holly Williams About Her Highly Anticipated New Novel

A seasoned freelance journalist, Holly Williams has embarked upon another career as a novelist. As NTU WRAP's featured author for this spring she was in town at the new Central Library, so we thought we'd catch up with her... 

From Crude Comedy to Catchy Classics: Here’s What’s On in Nottingham this week (19-25th Feb, 2024)

Whether you crave getting insulted by up-and-coming comedians, watching your favourite celebrities or even joining a political movement; Here’s our top picks for this week..

We Speak to World Music Event Producer Rastarella as Her Signature Event Cultural Vibrations Turns Fifteen Years Old

Born in Trinidad, Rastarella is a world music event producer, an empowerment speaker and hosts on Nottingham’s number one urban radio station, 97.5 Kemet FM. She is also a mother of three daughters, a SEN mother, and married. If you ever get to meet Rastarella, you will never forget it. Launching her signature event Cultural Vibrations in 2009 at Hockley Hustle and founding the Nottingham Global Roots Festival in 2015, 2024 marks her fifteenth year in business. It's a massive milestone as a grassroots promoter who is consistently showcasing music from around the world at numerous venues, events and festivals. This is Rastarella, interviewed by Parisa East of Acoustickle…

We Speak to Music Artist and Entrepreneur Parisa East as Her Live Music Platform Acoustickle Turns Fifteen Years Old

Parisa East is a music artist and entrepreneur with many years of experience promoting live music events, supporting local talent, and providing quality cultural experiences in Nottingham. In 2009 she launched Acoustickle: a live music platform to spotlight emerging artists, and encourage musicians to share their original compositions with respectful audiences. With decorated venues, and intimate, inspiring performance spaces, the immersive atmosphere captivates all that are present. In 2022, she received an AIM award, as the East Midlands local hero, nominated by Dean Jackson, presenter of BBC Introducing. This is Parisa East, interviewed by Acoustickle’s very own CeCe about her visions for the future and the importance of creating a stage for unknown artists…

From Wrestling to Climate Action Cinema: Heres Whats On in Nottingham this week 12-18 Feb 2024

Whether you crave the sarcasm of Post-Punk or the catharsis of a good old film, check out our top picks for this week in Nottingham...

We Chat to Katherine Priddy Ahead of Her Rough Trade Gig

Katherine Priddy is one of the most exciting names in modern folk, and the imminent launch of her second album - which has already received glowing reviews - will inevitably elevate her reputation even higher. We spoke to her ahead of her in-store live performance and album signing at Rough Trade on 20th February…

Victoria Villasenor Tells Us All About Her Latest Novel ‘Medea: Priestess, Princess, Witch'

Relocating from Los Angeles to the UK back in 2007, Victoria Villasenor started Global Wordsmiths in Nottingham over a decade ago, and has since published books under various pseudonyms including Brey Willows and Ally McGuire. She made the time to chat to us all about her thirteenth book Medea: Priestess, Princess, Witch, which has been released under the name JJ Taylor, writing LGBTQ+ fiction, and her advice to emerging queer authors…

Dancing, Brewing, Metal, Science and Family Fun: Here’s What’s on in Nottingham This Week 5 - 11 Feb 2024

Whether you're into Strictly or science, prefer Evil Scarecrow or children's favourite Little Bluey, check out our top pick of things to do in Nottingham this week...

February’s Cover Artist Iulia Matei Tells Us More About Her Music-Themed Design

We hear more about the February issue’s cover from the talented illustrator, Iulia Matei…

From Light Night to Comedy in the Caves, Here’s What’s on in Nottingham This Week 29 January - 4 February

As February arrives, check out what you can do in Notts this week...

From Art Exhibition Launches to Beat The Streets Festival: Here's What's on in Notts 22 - 28 January 2024

This week in Nottingham, enjoy live music in aid of a great cause at Beat The Streets, celebrate the opening of new exhibitions at Nottingham Contemporary, or join the National Holocaust Museum for Holocaust Memorial Day...