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Vikki Stone is Putting on Her Stand-Up Song Show at Nottingham Playhouse
Fri 18 Oct 2019She’s serenaded the likes of Professor Brian Cox and Phillip Schofield, and now Vikki Stone is bringing her new stand-up show Songbird to Nottingham. We caught up with the award-winning comedian and musician to talk about her comedy inspirations, creative process and what she thinks of our fair city…
Film Review: Official Secrets
Thu 17 Oct 2019Fabrice Gagos debriefs us on the big-screen adaptation of whistle-blower Katherine Gun...
Left Magpie: There’s Something Happening at Meadow Lane
Wed 16 Oct 2019I wouldn’t blame fellow Notts fans for having to read that sentence twice, as normally there are words like ‘disturbing’ or ‘depressing’ to clarify the latest activity at the Lane. But happening it is. And I think I like it.
Stone Soup Academy is Standing Up to Knife Crime
Wed 16 Oct 2019Stone Soup Academy is a secondary school in the centre of Nottingham that works with troubled students, helping them do better both inside and outside of the facility. We spoke to Headteacher Kerrie Henton and Head of Engagement Oliver Sillito about its recent Stand Up to Knife Crime comedy event and how it engages its students...
LeftLion Film Podcast #22 - Oli Sillito
Tue 15 Oct 2019Nottingham stand-up comedian Oli Sillito joins Ashley Carter and Derry Shillitto to discuss Stone Soup Academy and their Stand Up to Knife Crime comedy events...
Nottingham Comedian Scott Bennett: "There’s no such thing as regional comedy – if it’s funny, it’s funny."
Tue 15 Oct 2019Yorkshire lad Scott Bennett uprooted to Beeston a while ago, but he made sure he brought his Northern sense of humour with him. Ahead of his new tour Leap Year, which was nominated for Best Show at Leicester Comedy Festival, the comic invites us into his shed to talk touring, writing for some of the UK’s biggest comedians and his comedy heroes...
October Mix of the Month: DJ Synic’s Autumn Remedy
Mon 14 Oct 2019In this new mix series we invite local DJs to get creative with each issue’s theme. As we enter autumn, DJ Synic's selection gives us a reason to smile...
Art Works: Kate Shipman-Shiel
Sun 13 Oct 2019When does a reflection or shadow become as physical as a 3D object? At what point does light become a sculptural component in an installation? What is solid, what is immaterial and does it really matter?
Review: Experimental Electronica At a Bicycle Workshop With Sweets On Tap
Sun 13 Oct 2019Nick Strang went along to one of the city’s more intriguing events, to watch local leftfield acts perform live at Nottingham Bikeworks.
Interview: 15 Years Of Buggin' Out
Sun 13 Oct 2019This year, Soul Buggin’ celebrates 15 years of acting as the city’s beating heart for soulful electronic sounds. Oliver Payne caught up with the crew to find out what’s kept the party going until now and why their show with New York’s DJ Spinna will mark a milestone in Nottingham’s late-night heritage.
Live Music Photos: Circle of Light Album Launch
Sat 12 Oct 2019The Circle of Light project pulled off the mammoth task of recording an entire album in just three weeks. Browse our pics from the launch show at Metronome, which took place on World Mental Health Day.
Left Brian: Five Key Moments in Nottingham Forest’s Season So Far …
Fri 11 Oct 2019Our lad Gareth Watts gives us the low down on the season so far.
Live Music Review: Reflekter at The Bodega
Fri 11 Oct 2019Local indie grunge quartet Reflekter brought foot-tapping solos aplenty to the intimate stage of The Bodega as they showed off their new single earlier this month…
The Moonshine Sessions: Cracks and Coal by Mk-Tential
Thu 10 Oct 2019The Moonshine Sessions are a collaboration between Gigantic Tickets and Alchemistic Records borne out of a shared commitment to live music. They aim to provide a platform for cutting edge global talent as well as showcase the best of the vibrant music scene in our home city. This week's release sees Mk-Tential perform Cracks and Coal.
My First Time... Public Speaking
Tue 08 Oct 2019There's nothing worse than bombing in front of a packed crowd... We asked you lot to share your worst public speaking experiences...
LeftLion Film Podcast #21 - Steven Sheil and Chris Cooke: Mayhem Film Festival 2019
Sun 06 Oct 2019Mayhem Film Festival co-curators Steven Sheil and Chris Cooke join hosts Ashley Carter and Derry Shillitto to give the lowdown on what to expect from the 2019 festival...
Mayhem Film Festival takes place at Broadway Cinema between Thursday 10 - Sunday 14 October. Festival passes are available now from the Mayhem website or the Broadway box office for £70.
Live Music Photos: Acoustickle Jazz 'n' Grhyme
Sat 05 Oct 2019Take in some of that Acoustickle magic from its recent show at Peggy's Skylight
Snap Notts: Gandeys Circus
Sat 05 Oct 2019This month's collaboration took inspiration from Europe's largest travelling big top...
The Moonshine Sessions: Careless Hearts by Lachlan Bryan and The Wildes
Thu 03 Oct 2019The Moonshine Sessions are a collaboration between Gigantic Tickets and Alchemistic Records borne out of a shared commitment to live music. They aim to provide a platform for cutting edge global talent as well as showcase the best of the vibrant music scene in our home city. This week's release sees Lachlan Bryan and The Wildes perform Careless Hearts.
What Do Johnny Vegas, Ricky Gervais, Ross Nobel and Stewart Lee Really Think of Just The Tonic Owner Darrel Martin?
Thu 03 Oct 2019Nottingham’s longest-running comedy club Just the Tonic is back with a brand new residency at Metronome. To celebrate, we’ve delved deep into the LeftLion archives to let owner Darrell Martin know what some of Britain’s most famous comedians really think of him and his club...
Metronome Is Celebrating Its First Birthday
Wed 02 Oct 2019Since opening its doors, Metronome has provided Nottingham with one of the most innovative and exciting live venues, delivering a visual experience few in the city can rival. To celebrate their first birthday, we take a look back at an eclectic year of highlights, ranging from theatre and poetry, to DJ sets and ensembles…
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...
SOLD OUT: Overheard In Notts The Book Vol 1
Tue 01 Oct 2019It’s a book of stupid stuff we’ve heard you say, and have written down. Big baby is watching you...
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