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Our May cover artist Becky Appleyard talks comic books, table-top games and advice

Sat 24 May 2025

This month’s cover artist Becky Appleyard talks comic book art, inspirations, and advice for artists…

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We chat to Davoli about music, life and Dot To Dot

Fri 23 May 2025

Dot To Dot Festival is almost upon us! One of the hundreds of musicians performing at the day-long musical extravaganza is local artist Davoli. We spoke to him about his brand new EP, his inspirations, and what DTD means to him...

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Novelist Alison Moore and LeftLion's Andrew Tucker Leavis talk connecting Notts to Melbourne in a month long digital residency

Fri 23 May 2025

For all of its flaws, the internet has become a wonderful tool of cross-country collaboration, allowing the movement of ideas between far-flung time zones and territories. Last year, in a month-long virtual City of Literature residency, LeftLion Literature Editor Andrew Tucker Leavis took a virtual trip down under to explore the imagined meeting of outlaws Robin Hood and Ned Kelly. Here he recounts his experience and talks to fellow Notts writer Alison Moore about what they got up to.

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Green Hustle Festival Returns to Nottingham's Old Market Square at the End of May

Wed 21 May 2025

Music, food, fashion, art and environmental action will once again all come together at the free entry Green Hustle Festival in Nottingham city centre on Saturday 31 May

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Nottingham Restaurant Week Returns from 2-8 June 2025

Wed 21 May 2025

Nottingham’s vibrant food scene is set to sizzle once again as Nottingham Restaurant Week makes its much-anticipated return offering deals and discounts in over 50 establishments...

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New frontiers: Co(l)laboratory at Universities for Nottingham seeks new community partners for 2025

Wed 21 May 2025

It's that time of year again, when the Co(l)laboratory programme, facilitated by the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent, is seeking new research and PhD proposals from local organisations. If you work for and represent a community organisation, in fields like medicine or education, and think you know how best communities in Nottinghamshire can be progressed, Co(l)laboratory wants to hear from you. 

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Get Your Skates On at Nottingham's National Ice Centre

Tue 20 May 2025

When was the last time you went ice skating? With arguably the nation's best facilities right on your doorstep we look at what's coming up at the National Ice Centre over the next few months and how you can get involved...

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Gig review: Supergrass at Rock City

Mon 19 May 2025

There were no bands quite like Supergrass, in 1995. At least, not our writer's hazy recollection. They stood out; slightly apart from their contemporaries. Off to the side seemingly having just that little bit more fun than anyone else. On the evidence of this riotous, rollocking show at Rock City, the same is just as true in 2025...

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Gig review: Bryan Adams at Motorpoint Arena

Mon 19 May 2025

With new songs under his belt, and a vast back catalogue of hits, Bryan Adams has come a long way since his 90s Wembley Stadium heyday. We headed to Motorpoint Arena to find out if the Canadian rocker is still on form...

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Film Review: Final Destination: Bloodlines

Mon 19 May 2025

Join us as we review Final Destination: Bloodlines. Will it make you watch your step next time you cross the road? Absolutely...

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Stories, stages, and sharp needles: here's what's on events this week in Nottingham 19 - 26 May 2025

Sun 18 May 2025

This week in Notts, dance meets discourse, literature leads the way, and the tattoo machines are buzzing...

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We catch up with three city centre restaurants ahead of Nottingham Restaurant Week in June

Sat 17 May 2025

Nottingham Restaurant Week is set to take place across the city from Monday 2 to Sunday 8 June. Organised by It’s in Nottingham, it’s a chance for you to access exclusive discounts and try out some new flavours from the city’s vibrant food scene. To mark the occasion, we caught up with representatives of three popular dining spots involved: Antonio Oriente from Pizzamisu, Amita Sawhney from MemSaab and Terry Hayfield from Fellows, Morton & Clayton.

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LeftLion's Latest Listens #22: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 16 May 2025

In this edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews new releases from Blackadder, Mollie Ralph and Set In Motion...

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Gig review: Hachiku at The Grove, with Lucy Crisp and Emzae

Fri 16 May 2025

Following its win at the Duckies last week, we headed to The Grove to catch two local artists - and one from very far away…

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Theatre review: A Thousand Splendid Suns at Nottingham Playhouse

Fri 16 May 2025

Stage reviewer Beverley Makin went along to see literary adaptation A Thousand Splendid Suns at Nottingham Playhouse, a moving adaptation by Ursula Rani Sarma in conjuction with Birmingham Rep and Leeds Playhouse.

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Comedian Matt Forde talks Notts, politics, podcasts and Forest, ahead of his upcoming Nottingham Playhouse gig

Fri 16 May 2025

Nottingham’s own Matt Forde is a comedian, TV and radio presenter, writer, impressionist and more. He’s perhaps best known for his podcast The Political Party, where he interviews politicians. However, he’s also a regular on radio, TV and even voiced Donald Trump in the reboot of Spitting Image.

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Collective Creations: we heard about the 1525 Collective at Nottingham Contemporary

Thu 15 May 2025

Nottingham Contemporary is home to the 1525 Collective, a youth programme for Nottingham’s young creatives and has welcomed members such as local MP Nadia Whittome. From networking, to skill-building, workshops and projects, the collective extends a helping hand to the city’s creative youths. 

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Gig review: Moonlit at Rough Trade

Tue 13 May 2025

Recent winners (for good reason!) of the Ultimate Battle of the Bands, Moonlit, headlined Rough Trade Nottingham alongside fellow NTU artists Skunk and Emily Sanders…

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Crowned in Sound: Talking memorable interviews, The Chameleon and Billy Bootleggers with music journo Dom Gourlay

Tue 13 May 2025

Growing up in Mansfield, Dom Gourlay didn’t realise he’d later become one of the country’s top music journalists. We grabbed a long overdue coffee with Dom, currently the Festivals and Live Reviews Editor for Under the Radar. 

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Gig review: The Waterboys at Rock City

Mon 12 May 2025

To celebrate the release of Life, Death and Dennis Hopper - a concept album celebrating the film pioneer the project is named after - The Waterboys have embarked on an impressive 32-date tour across the UK. Naturally, LeftLion couldn’t miss their visit to Nottingham...

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Gig review: The Amazons at Rough Trade

Mon 12 May 2025

The sun is out, the weather is warm, and Nottingham's Rough Trade is buzzing with energy as the dance floor fills with eager gig-goers, all gathering to see The Amazons. Now two days into their in-store Rough Trade tour, the rock band, known for their anthemic sound and blistering live performances, continue to draw crowds with ease... 

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Theatre review: Detention at Nottingham Playhouse

Mon 12 May 2025

The final instalment in Gary Clarke’s masterpiece trilogy of dance theatre, Detention takes us through the shameful history of Section 28, reliving how life was like for the queer community. Capturing their fear, determination and drive that led to breakthroughs in LGBTQ+ rights as we know them today - and a sobering reminder of how far we still have to go.

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Art exhibitions, community events and legendary gigs: here's what's on events this week in Nottingham 12 - 19 May 2025

Sun 11 May 2025

This week in Notts, explore our material world, take One Step At A Time for community, or listen to some big tunes shaking the Arena... 

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We review Kinoteka, the Polish Film Festival

Fri 09 May 2025

Join us for a deep dive into two of the films at this year's Kinoteka Film Festival...

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Film Review: The Accountant

Fri 09 May 2025

Join us as we review the Accountant 2. It's got action, twists and turns, and comedy - did it pack in just a little too much? 

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