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"Einstein, disguised as Robin Hood, with his memories in a trunkPassed this way an hour ago with his friend, a jealous monk" - Bob Dylan, Desolation Row

Film Review: Anora

In part a wide-eyed odyssey of decadence and excess, but look closer and Anora speaks to the true intimacy that can be gained through solidarity.

Gig review: Glass Animals at Motorpoint Arena

Conall Stacey discovered Glass Animals when Heat Waves hit the FIFA soundtrack, but seeing them live at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena showed him they’re much more than just that hit song. A wild and creative set and strong support from The Big Moon meant a night to remember...

Colin Etches' 'As Yet Untitled (a WIP)' comedy show at Vibes

Colin Etches, the Notts born neurodivergent comedian, shows that when life is at its darkest, it’s laughter that gets us all through...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #10: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 08 Nov 2024

This week in LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team picks new releases from Lace Thief, Warren Ireland, Idolvein, Bram Bancroft and Revenge of Calculon

Theatre Review: Raisin in the sun

Fri 08 Nov 2024

Described as the play that changed American theatre forever, A Raisin in the Sun comes to the Nottingham Playhouse...

Five of Nottingham's nastiest drag queens go head to head in the battle of the bitches

Fri 08 Nov 2024

Liv Presents: The Prohibition Roast is another of the amazing comedy nights lined up at the Lord Roberts and part of the wider Nottingham Comedy Festival. But with wit as sharp as broken glass, do you dare go down to the basement...

Gig review: Bob Vylan at Rock City

Thu 07 Nov 2024

This time last year, Bob Vylan took to the Rock City stage to preview new material off their (at-the-time) forthcoming new album, Humble As The Sun. Fast forward to now, and the grime-punk duo are once again playing the UK’s best live music venue, but this time with the album tracks now firm favourites amongst their wild fanbase. To see how they are being received first-hand, we headed along to the show to capture the chaos…

Comedy Review: Nightmare Nightmare Kill Kill at the Lord Roberts

Wed 06 Nov 2024

Experimental drag comes to the city...

Film Review: The Teacher

Wed 06 Nov 2024

A timely debut eloquently evaluates elements of the human condition when plagued by grief.

Film Review: Small Things Like These

Tue 05 Nov 2024

A delicate and moving portrayal of a specific trauma, the Irish Magdalen Laundries, but one that speaks to the universal conflict between what's right and what's easy.

Film Review: Juror #2

Tue 05 Nov 2024

A star-studded courtroom thriller from none other than legendary director, Clint Eastwood…

Theatre Review: Hairspray

Tue 05 Nov 2024

A young girl in 60s America has big dreams, big hair and wants to be famous...

Gig review: Royal Republic at Rock City

Combine a packed crowd with a contagiously charismatic and high-energy performance and you’ll get a show that’ll leave you saying “wow, wow, wow”! Royal Republic had the whole crowd bouncing, with Dea Matrona perfectly setting the scene for a night that was both fast-paced and fun. Phillippa Walsh enjoyed a true feast for the senses...

Comedy Review: Juliette Burton in the LOL-GBTQ+ at the Lord Roberts Comedy Festival

Juliette Burton offers more than just laughs in her stand-up performances...

Review: Aren't We Havin' A Good Time (Short film)

A short poignant film about dementia and the toll it takes on both sufferers and the people who love them...

Gig review: Seckou Keita and the Homeland Band at Metronome

Bringing a taste of Senegal to Metronome on a dark October night, Seckou Keita and the Homeland Band performed a rich and blistering set...

Gig review: Sum 41 at Motorpoint Arena

For over 30 years, Sum 41 have remained one of the biggest names in pop punk. For 90s kids like me, the band would soundtrack our adolescence, with their impressive catalogue of hits finding their way into numerous parts of 00s pop culture. Sadly though, all good things must come to an end, with the band announcing these Autumn dates will be their last ever here in the UK. So, to bid a final farewell to a band that many grew up with, we headed over to the arena to catch Sum 41’s last show here in Nottingham…

Gig review: Bloodworm at The Bodega

Bloodworm’s sold-out Halloween gig at The Bodega was nothing short of iconic, packed with humour, heavy riffs, and Halloween energy that Nottingham fans won’t forget anytime soon. With support from the mesmerising Swallowtail, the night was a celebration of raw talent and dedication from both bands…

Gig review: Pale Waves at Rock City

In October, Rock City was graced by indie-rock stars Pale Waves on the third date of their Smitten tour. Supported by rising trio Swim School, it was a captivating night...

Gig review: Uncle Lucius at The Bodega