Site search

There's more content than you would believe. Hopefully this will make finding it a bit easier...

We meet urban and rural explorer Ant Daykin, or Trekking Exploration on YouTube

Thu 21 Nov 2024

Bulwell’s Ant Daykin has accumulated nearly thirty thousand followers by posting category-evading content on his YouTube channel: Trekking Exploration. Having spent days exploring derelict, industrial sites in-and-around the Peak District and abandoned corners of towns between Derby and Notts, there are few people as familiar with East Midlands industrial history as he is. We met Ant to chat about hiking, history and his feelings about our innate ‘right to roam’ in the country and town.

The hidden history behind Nottingham's Express Building

Mon 07 Oct 2024

Many people pass by the Tesco Express on Parliament Street in Nottingham every day, unaware of the rich history behind this iconic building. Known simply as the Express Building, this early Gothic-style masterpiece stands as a testament to the brilliant vision of renowned British architect Watson Fothergill. For over a century, it has been a distinctive feature of Nottingham’s cityscape - serving multiple purposes, adapting with time, and telling the story of a city in transition.

Hitchcock meets Lord of the Flies in this exciting comedy-thriller at the Nottingham Playhouse

Sun 06 Oct 2024

Rotten 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...

We chat to Jake Bugg about his inspirations, memories and what we can expect from his new album

Tue 01 Oct 2024

From 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…

Artist Maximillion Speed talks about Surrealism and his collaborative art exhibition Circus of Life

Tue 03 Sep 2024

The circus is coming to town later this month, with an array of artistic feats on display in a new exhibition at Surface Gallery. Showcasing the work of six very different artists, The Circus of Life playfully reveals both inner and other worlds, with shared themes of mental health, healing, playfulness and illusion. Ahead of the exhibition’s grand opening, artist Maximilion Speed treated LeftLion to a chat about the strange workings of creative thinking, why art should be made by humans, and what to expect from the work on show.

We chat to photographer Fabrice Gagos about his recent exhibition Poetraits

Mon 02 Sep 2024

Through August, Phlexx Records at Cubed Cuts & Coffee hosted Poetraits, an exhibition by LeftLion photography co-editor Fabrice Gagos, showcasing a series of photographs which captured the essence of eight poets: their personal identities and creative voices. Featured as part of the 2024 Nottingham Poetry Festival, the project was made possible with support from Arts Council England. We caught up with Fabrice to discuss life behind the lens as a professional photographer.

Live comedy, experimental music and outdoor cinema. Here's what's on in Nottingham this week 26 August - 1 September

Sun 25 Aug 2024

From Grease The Musical to Razorlight live in Wollaton Park, there are some enormous, artistic spectacles set to close out Nottingham's summer, events calendar this week. Here are our Picks of the Week from 26 August to 1 September.

LeftLion Interviews Podcast #3: Emily Catherine on Hip-Hop, Fine art, Album Covers, Graffiti and Her New Exhibition

Thu 15 Aug 2024

Welcome to the third episode of our ‘LeftLion Interviews’ podcast. Our guest is the incredibly talented artist and illustrator Emily Catherine...

“The UK’s first outdoor carnival was in Nottingham, not Notting Hill”... Nottingham Carnival returns this Sunday 18 August - here’s what to expect

Tue 13 Aug 2024

The annual Nottingham Carnival returns to the Victoria Embankment this coming Sunday 18 August. We take a look into its history and speak with organiser Richard Renwick MBE, and Rastarella of Cultural Vibrations who is performing at the event, about what we can look forward to...

Emily Catherine shares some of her art ahead of her debut solo exhibition

Sat 10 Aug 2024

Nottingham illustrator and Hip Hop enthusiast Emily Catherine is a busy woman. Along with being one of the artists behind Beermat Doodles and the creator of LeftLion’s wonderful editorial illustrations, she has a plethora of her own creative projects under her belt, from album covers to hand painted portraits. Ahead of her upcoming exhibition I Can Heal and Give You Art later this month, we asked Emily to give us a bit of insight into her creative process and the stories behind her artworks…

We chat to Bruce Asbestos about his monster exhibition at Lakeside Arts this summer

Sat 03 Aug 2024

Whether it’s creating giant monsters, quirky fashion or video games, one thing that is always integral to the work of Bruce Asbestos is playfulness. With an immersive exhibition of abstract inflatable monsters currently showing at Lakeside Arts throughout August we sat down with Bruce to talk about art, AI, and being a creative in Notts.

Exhibition review: Hamid Zénati, Claudia Martínez Garay and Julian Abraham at Nottingham Contemporary

Tue 16 Jul 2024

A dynamic display of different cultures and styles are currently on show over at Nottingham Contemporary, showcasing floaty, folkish patterned hangings to musical instruments you can pick up and play. We went for a visit to enter the worlds of three very different artists, Hamid Zénati, Claudia Martínez Garay and Julian Abraham.

Burrata, focaccia, sangria - oh my! Explore the Notts food scene with this tasty new tour

Fri 05 Jul 2024

A new treat for cuisine connoisseurs in town is EAT: Nottingham Food Tours. Our two intrepid Food Editors, Julia and Lucy, take a wander through the streets of Nottingham to sample some of the best food the city has to offer - and along the way, they uncover historic tales that bring Nottingham’s past to life.

Festivals, exhibtions and gigs: Here's what's on this week in Notts: 1 - 7 July 2024

Sun 30 Jun 2024

This week in Notts! Enjoy some homegrown talent on the canal at Waterfront Festival or an array of tribute acts at Could Be Real Festival, take an arty excursion to New Art Exchange or have a family day out at the Sneinton Festival.

Parties, theatre, the Queer Glitter Ball, a Boots Exhibition, and 90s grunge: Here's whats on in Notts this week: 24 - 30 June

Sun 23 Jun 2024

The sun is out, the days are long. Get out and about in Notts this week to see exhibitions, theatre, gigs, parties and more. Here's our top picks of things coming up in Notts...

We speak to University of Law Nottingham students about their experience of offering free legal advice to the community

Wed 12 Jun 2024

Nottingham’s blessed with world-renowned universities, but there’s one you might not know about - The University of Law (ULaw). Opening their Nottingham city campus in 2019, they offer law-specific courses for those looking to get into the profession. ULaw does plenty for the wider Notts community too, by offering pro bono (without charge) services, where students can get hands-on experience whilst being supported by practising lawyers. We paid a visit to find out more from some of the law students hoping to make a difference in the world…

We talk to Fast Forward, a creative learning outlet that teaches music as an alternative to traditional education

Wed 29 May 2024

Fast Forward Direction Thru Music is helping transform the lives of students through the power of music. We spoke to founders Stevie Lee and his fellow musicians/co-founders, along with several students, to hear about their important work and the crowdfunder that hopes to help them train more students in music production skills.

Festivals, exhibitions, art classes, and the return of the Luminarium: Here's what's on this week in Nottingham: 20 - 27 May

Sun 19 May 2024

A bumper pick of the week showcasing some of the best events this bank holiday weekend. We've got art classes, live music, festivals, exhibition openings and the return of the Luminarium, all happening on your doorstep in Nottingham

Skate Nottingham tell us about their new exhibition and redefining the urban landscape through skateboarding

Fri 17 May 2024

With its knack for redefining how the urban landscape is used, skateboarding has always had its place in counterculture, making it a natural topic for zines over the years. We spoke to Tom Quigley and Chris Lawton of Skate Nottingham, who are putting the city on the map as a skateboarding hub, about creativity, community and making international connections through skateboarding.

DJ collective Soul Buggin’ talk to us about celebrating twenty years of excellent parties in Nottingham

Sat 11 May 2024

One of the most respected DJ ensembles in Nottingham, Soul Buggin’ is renowned for throwing atmospheric, unpretentious and downright excellent parties. With around a hundred events under their collective belt, Elmo, Beane, Mark and Wrighty are gearing up to celebrate Soul Buggin’s 20th birthday with a balls-to-the-wall shindig featuring an impressive array of headliners. We caught up with the four DJs on how they’ve gone from strength to strength to develop what many describe as the finest little dark room disco in Nottingham.

Elevating voices of the Global Ethnic Majority with Transform, a city takeover by New Art Exchange

Tue 07 May 2024

With aims to celebrate and amplify the leadership, creativity, and broader cultural stewardship of the Global Ethnic Majority in Nottingham through music, film, talks and more, pioneering Forest Fields art gallery New Art Exchange is soon to launch Transform, a City Takeover. We spoke to CEO & Artistic Director Saad Eddine-Said and Associate Artistic Director Saziso Phiri, about this new festival.

Nottingham's Greek-born Councillor Explains Why Lord Byron Is A Folk Hero In Greece

Sat 27 Apr 2024

As Nottingham celebrates the 200th anniversary of the death of Lord Byron, we put some questions to Councillor Pavlos Kotsonis, Nottingham City Council’s Greek-born Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture, about Nottingham's Byron 200 celebrations and why Byron is a hero in Greece…

We Hear the Story Behind Luminarium Inventors Architects of Air

Sat 27 Apr 2024

If you have ever agreed with the phrase ‘there’s nothing new under the sun’, respectfully, you are mistaken. Tucked away in one of Nottingham’s many old lace factories, Architects of Air are once again busy building a wondrous world-class experience like no other. The Luminarium: Luminimax has its international premiere at Lakeside Arts at the end of May, so we went down to the workshop to hear more and see exactly what it takes to build such a strange unique experience.

We Discover More About Fascinating Finds from Nottingham’s Caves, the new exhibition at Nottingham University Museum

Thu 25 Apr 2024

Nottingham is a unique city, the home to many famous historical figures, it’s a place brimming with culture and history. One feature however, sets it apart more than any other; its caves. Archaeologist Cameron Black went to Fascinating Finds from Nottingham’s Caves, the new exhibition at Nottingham University Museum to see what has been unearthed of Nottingham’s ancient history.

Competition: Win A VIP Experience At Could Be Real Tribute Festival

Mon 08 Apr 2024

Get ready to immerse yourself in a night of nostalgia as the Could Be Real Tribute Festival descends upon Newstead Abbey on Friday 5 July 2024.

LeftLion have some big prizes to give away as two lucky winners will each receive a pair of VIP tickets and a £50 bar tab. The winner will be drawn on Monday 29 April and notified by email soon after. To be in with a chance of winning read on...

1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 17

Page 4 of 17
405 results