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Comedians Durk & Ski Chat to LeftLion Ahead of Their Show at Nonsuch Studios

Mon 18 Sep 2023

The TikTok stars behind Terreh and the Nosy Neighbour talk comedy on social media, their live tour and the joy of Notts humour...

Poetry Festival, Rollerdiscoing, Bat Walks, LGBTQ+ Comedy and More: Here's What's On This Week in Nottingham 17-24 September

Sun 17 Sep 2023

Get your skates on and get planning - there's a roller-disco, poetry, comedy, music and nature events all happening in Nottingham this week!

Ahead of One Bc’s 25th Birthday, We Speak to Co-owners Tony and Reeta Brack

Sat 16 Sep 2023

Making a name for itself with its creative designs, rock ‘n’ roll attitude and memorable fashion shows, Sneinton’s bespoke clothing company, One BC, has clothed some of the world’s legendary stars, from The Rolling Stones to Pamela Anderson. Ahead of the brand’s 25th anniversary, which takes place next month, we caught up with head designer and co-owner Tony Brack, his wife, co-owner and creative director Reeta Brack, and their two dogs Skull and Bindi, to hear more about the wild, and beautifully chaotic rollercoaster ride that has been the One BC journey so far…

Stay Safe at University: Here Are Some Handy Resources for New Students in Nottingham

Fri 15 Sep 2023

Right now, you’re likely to have just moved away from home for the first time in your life, and for some of you, this will be your first time living in a city. Believe us when we say it’s normal to feel a bit nervous, you definitely aren’t the only one. But just know that there are plenty of resources available for you, which you should not hesitate to use at any point during your time here if you feel that you need to. Here’s some information that will help you to keep both yourself and your new friends safe as you navigate your new home…

We Chat to Blue Monkey Brewery as They Celebrate Their 15th Birthday

Thu 14 Sep 2023

With a striking name that will not leave your mind even after downing a couple of their well-crafted beers, the Blue Monkey Brewery is celebrating their fifteenth birthday this year. We spoke to Laura Beavon-Lee, sales manager at the brewery, about the brand’s legacy, future aspirations and some of their most memorable moments over the years…

Nadia on... Generational Inequality

Wed 13 Sep 2023

In her regular column, Nottingham East MP Nadia Whittome talks about generational inequality...

A Tent In With Intent - St Ann’s Resident Camps Out for Migrants

Tue 12 Sep 2023

St Ann’s is one of Nottingham’s most multicultural places, and home to many migrant communities. To highlight the varied reasons for which people leave their homes, travel, and settle in new communities, local resident Rosey Thomas Palmer is camping out in a tent all this week to raise money for Tearfund. Here she explains why…

We Catch Up With Artistic Director Saad Eddine Said as New Art Exchange Turns 15 Years Old

Mon 11 Sep 2023

With a sleek, black facade that sets it apart from the predominantly red brick cityscape of the locality, New Art Exchange, (NAE) which stands as a local (and national) landmark at the heart of Hyson Green, is celebrating their 15th birthday. Saad Eddine Said, artistic director and CEO at the NAE speaks about how the institution has emerged as a centre that celebrates the diversity of artistic expression and creativity rooted in South-Asian, African and Caribbean traditions.

We Catch Up With Iguazu as They Celebrate Their 20th Anniversary

Sun 10 Sep 2023

Fellow vicenary club member, the eco-conscious and fair-trade Iguazu, has also reached the milestone of twenty years in 2023. We catch up with owner Neil as he shares the story that led him and partner Karen on this venture...

We Highlight 40 Stars of Television Workshop to Celebrate Its 40th Birthday

Sat 09 Sep 2023

In crazy news, Nottingham institution The Television Workshop turned forty this year. A leading light in the screen industry, the award-winning drama group has produced everyone from The Last of Us’ Ellie Williams to Line of Duty’s Kate Fleming over the past four decades. But that’s just scratching the surface. So, to go very on-the-nose, we thought we’d create a handy little sheet of, you guessed it, forty big and small screen releases that have been improved by our very own Workshop talents. Track them down, tick them off, and enjoy them all…

Organisations You Can Get Involved With to Make Nottingham Greener and Cleaner

Fri 08 Sep 2023

Thanks to its love of solar panels and electric transport, Nottingham has become the UK’s most energy-self-sufficient city. That’s a title we are dead proud of, and we are always trying to improve and expand on what we’re doing – so much so that Nottingham City Council has launched a campaign to make the city carbon neutral by 2028, the most ambitious reduction target of any UK core city. But how can you help green up the place during your stay?

New Film Group Brings the Best of Eastern European Cinema to Notts

Fri 08 Sep 2023

Kino Koło Notts is taking over St John’s Centre in Mansfield on Friday 22 September, with a screening of cult classic The Cruise kicking off the action...

20 Bands You Won't Believe Have Played Rescue Rooms

Thu 07 Sep 2023

It may be tucked away out of sight in the shadow of Rock City, but few would disagree that Rescue Rooms is one of the best spots for catching live music in Nottingham. To celebrate its twentieth birthday, we look back at some of the most unbelievable bands and artists who have graced the stage over the past two decades…

Festival Review: Foolhardy Folk Festival 2023

Thu 07 Sep 2023

Honorary Notts legend Beans on Toast curated this day of folk fun at the Arboretum...

Good Chemistry at The Cave Escape's The Iceman Project

Wed 06 Sep 2023

When we were invited to Cave Escape Nottingham to try our luck and brains at their newest addition ‘The Iceman Project’, there was no question of turning such an offer down. The Nottingham independent based on Mansfield Road is already known for its Dracula themed ‘Carfax’ escape room, and ‘Monuments’, which centres around a mission to protect creative masterpieces during the Second World War, and welcomed its newest edition only five weeks ago.

The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man

Tue 05 Sep 2023

A bold re-telling of the Elephant Man story – the man, not the specimen. Nottingham Playhouse announces the cast and creative team for their exciting autumn season headline production, The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man. This European premiere of Australian playwright Tom Wright’s acclaimed play is a fresh new telling of the story of Joseph Merrick.

The Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Celebrates Its 60th Birthday

Mon 04 Sep 2023

On a soggy summer morning, we trundled down to the Attenborough Nature Reserve and caught up with Erin McDaid of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Sat in their cafe, in the middle of a flooded gravel pit, we chatted about what came first (the reserve or David Attenborough), beavers, and their sixtieth birthday…

LeftLion issue #163 September 2023

Mon 04 Sep 2023

It's our 20th Birthday issue! We took the opportunity to celebrate some fellow Nottingham milestones, including the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, the Nottingham Ghost Walk, The Tokenhouse, Iguazu, Ignite!, Rescue Rooms, Nottingham Green Festival, and more...

Overheard in Notts August 2023

Thu 31 Aug 2023

What you been chatting this month?

In Photos: Arboretum Beer Festival 2023

Wed 30 Aug 2023

Beer aplenty + a great line-up of local musicians = a perfect day sat out in the sunshine at the Arboretum...

What’s Inn a Name? Find Out More About Some of Nottingham’s Most Iconic Pubs

Tue 29 Aug 2023

We all know the pub as a staple part of British culture, but they are less often thought of as excellent places to pick up a bit of historical trivia. Throughout Nottingham there are dozens of pubs commemorating people of the past who have led interesting lives. We thought we’d round up a few of our favourites so you can familiarise yourself with these local legends and famous faces.

Inspire Poetry Festival Returns for 2023

Tue 29 Aug 2023

The annual Inspire Poetry Festival is back for another year, bringing acclaimed poets to local libraries across Nottinghamshire. This year, the festival brings audiences an array of reasons to enjoy poetry, and especially invites those who may have shied away from the genre previously to delve in and discover a love of literature.

Left Magpie: August 2023

Mon 28 Aug 2023

That Familiar Feeling. There’s always a sense of crushing normality at this point in the summer. The night’s are drawing in, back-to-school equipment floods shop shelves and the garden furniture is dragged sodden back to the shed.

From Art Shows, Music Gigs And Grand Productions, Here’s What’s On In Nottingham This Week: 28 August - 3 September

Sun 27 Aug 2023

This week is going to be a busy one for all the art buffs, music fans, theatre enthusiasts and film lovers…

Learn More About Independent Film Club Jackie Treehorn Productions

Sun 27 Aug 2023

Since December 2021, two brothers - Charlie and George Alexander - have been running Jackie Treehorn Productions, an independent film club showcasing a large variety of films throughout Nottingham. Inspired by other local independent programmers such as Kino Klubb, they use cinematic programming as a way of sharing films they love with more people (with the benefit of also being able to see those films on the big screen themselves).

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