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Paul Smith, Horror films, Hockley Hustle, Veggie food and KittyArama: Here's what's on this week in Nottingham: 14-20 October 2024
Sun 13 Oct 2024There's so much happening in Nottingham this week, we couldn't narrow it down! Enjoy some horror movies, gigs galore, hear from Notts fashion legend Paul Smith and lots more.
"Rough sleeping is the tip of the homelessness iceberg": Framework tell us about their urgent winter appeal on World Homelessness Day
Thu 10 Oct 2024Notts based charity Framework have launched an urgent winter appeal for funds, closely following the premiere of homelessness documentary Someone's Daughter, Someone's Son, by Lorna Tucker, at Broadway Cinema. We heard more from Claire Eden, Head of Fundraising and Communications at Framework, and Sam Lanes, Manager of Street Outreach, about the challenges that the charity are facing and the help that they need to tackle them.
Seann Walsh moves from stand-up to drama in this new play at the Theatre Royal
Wed 09 Oct 2024Comedian Seann Walsh has made a name for himself in the world of stand-up. But will his move to acting be stand out?
Hitchcock meets Lord of the Flies in this exciting comedy-thriller at the Nottingham Playhouse
Sun 06 Oct 2024Rotten is a comedy about the Instagram generation that is as dark as it is funny. Its creator, Josie White, speaks with Leftlion about terrible things and how she came to write them...
Festivals of beer and film, theatre and storytelling - Here's what's on this week in Notts 7 - 13 October 2024
Sun 06 Oct 2024Check out a celebration of short films, sample a huge range of beer and cider, enjoy some human stories, or be entertained by a bit of music and theatre this week in Notts.
LeftLion's Latest Listens #7: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 04 Oct 2024This week's edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands, features new releases from Bored Marsh, Jake Bugg, Jake Greener, Dorothy Ella & Gordon Parma, and Malin Hill...
Theatre Review: Louise Newson and the Hormones and Menopause Great Debate
Wed 02 Oct 2024Dr Louise Newson, champion for better menopause care and known for her TV appearances, brings her expertise to the Playhouse...
Comedian and doctor Michael Akadiri talks fatherhood, politics and the Wollaton vida loca
Wed 02 Oct 2024As award-winning comedian Michael Akadiri brings his new show Trust Me, I'm a Daddy to the Canalhouse, he speaks to Leftlion about his journey this far...
We chat to Jake Bugg about his inspirations, memories and what we can expect from his new album
Tue 01 Oct 2024From performing on the BBC Introducing stage at Glastonbury aged 16 to releasing his fourth studio album, A Modern Day Distraction, this month, Nottingham-born singer-songwriter Jake Bugg has had a wild musical journey. Ahead of his new album being released this week, we sat down with the local hero to hear about the making of the record, supporting Liam Gallagher and battling Metallica at Glastonbury…
Hockley Hustle 2024: preview and highlights
Tue 01 Oct 2024The indomitable Hockley Hustle is back! Taking place on Sunday 20 October, and showcasing 400 artists over fifty venues, see the city’s music, arts and culture come alive with music, art dancing and creative workshops. With proceeds going to nine different Nottingham charities, the festival has raised £200,000 over its eighteen years. We spoke to some of the people involved this year to hear their highlights from previous years and see what they are looking forward to.
Comedy Review: Ed Byrne at the Newark Palace Theatre
Mon 30 Sep 2024Ed Byrne brings his new show to Newark and shares why comedy is tragedy plus time...
LeftLion Issue #176 October 2024
Mon 30 Sep 2024This month's LeftLion features an obituary to the iconic Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station, which turned off its cooling towers at the end of September. We also speak to Peter Hook, Wunderhorse, Megan Crook Textiles, and Crazy Little Sing Called Pub, share memories of 15 years of JT Soar and give you a preview of what's to come at this year's Hockley Hustle.
LeftLion's Latest Listens #6: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 27 Sep 2024After a week off, LeftLion's Latest Listens is back with our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands. This time, we feature new releases from Drew Thomas, London Grammar, The Days of Tomorrow, The Publics and flöat...
Overheard in Notts: September 2024
Fri 27 Sep 2024"Yoghurts are like nicotine patches for snack addicts"
We catch up with Lace Thief ahead of her Rough Trade show
Thu 26 Sep 2024Laura Dickinson is the name behind indie-folk project Lace Thief. We spoke with her as she prepared to celebrate the launch of her new single with a show at Rough Trade Nottingham where there will be support from Peter Hall and Cracked Hands, and appearances from artist Gemma Vincent and DJ Jay Sandhu...
We speak with Pale Waves about influences and their mature new album, Smitten
Wed 25 Sep 2024With their fourth album Smitten released on 27th September, Pale Waves are continuing to make big waves of their own. Ahead of the release, we caught up with drummer Ciára Doran to hear about the band’s influences, creativity and experiences…
Film review: The Critic (2024) at Broadway Cinema
Tue 24 Sep 2024Enjoy some wicked humour and a twisty plot in this period thriller drama starring Ian McKellen
Comedian Pierre Novellie talks about autism, the Isle of Man and his dislike of mouth noises
Mon 23 Sep 2024Acclaimed comedian, Pierre Novellie, returns to Nottingham for a gig at the Canalhouse. Leftlion caught up with Pierre recently to find out more about his recent autism diagnosis and his new act.
From alt-rock and grunge, to football and surrealism. Here's what's on in Nottingham, 23 -29 September
Sun 22 Sep 2024There's no shortage of energetic gigs, side-splitting comedy, or thought provoking art and design shows, to keep you busy in Notts this week. Here's what's on.
We chat with DECO about their debut album and the joy of touring
Sat 21 Sep 2024Formed in 2011, with roots in the Midlands and beyond, there’s a lot to unpack with 80s-influenced band Deco – and they've only just released their debut album. With two Nottingham shows imminent, lead singer Max Kendall found time to sit down with LeftLion to talk about the new record, as well as the band’s headline tour, and everything in between…
LeftLion Interviews Podcast #4: Daudi Matsiko on Music, Songwriting, Depression and Robin Hood Prince of Thieves
Fri 20 Sep 2024The latest episode from our 'Live at the Library' podcast features British-Ugandan singer-songwriter Daudi Matsiko...
Comedy Queen and RuPaul Drag Winner Bianca Del Rio charms Nottingham
Fri 20 Sep 2024Sam Harvey checks out Bianca Del Rio's Dead Inside tour as it stops off at the Royal Concert Hall
Actor and Comedian Colin Hoult on ADHD, Mapperley Hospital and Being a Vampire
Thu 19 Sep 2024He's worked with vampires, ghosts and Ricky Gervais. Now Colin Hoult is bringing his new comedy show to Nottingham and reveals to us how it all began, as a child, in the shadows of Mapperley...
Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival Returns Celebrating 47 Years of Beers and Cheers
Wed 18 Sep 2024Nottingham’s flagship celebration of ale and cider is back at Trent Bridge from Wednesday 9 – Saturday 12 October...
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