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Music Reviews: September 2023

This month, we review the music of Seas of Mirth, Melonyx, Dan Ottewell, Office Goth, and Fat Digester...

Left Stag: September 2023

Our man Josh Pickering is back with a run-down of the last month of action at for Mansfield Town and some news of his own offspring donning the amber shirt...

We Speak to the Founder of Five Leaves Bookshop as It Celebrates Its 10th Birthday

Tucked away in Swann’s Yard behind Primark, Five Leaves Bookshop has become a vital fixture in Nottingham’s literary scene, winning the British Book Awards’ Independent Bookshop of the Year in 2018. As it celebrates its tenth birthday, we had a chat with Five Leaves’ Scottish founder and manager, Ross Bradshaw...

We Chat to the Owners of the Tokenhouse as the Shop Turns 50 Years Old

Situated on St Peter’s Gate, The Tokenhouse is one of Nottingham’s hidden gems, selling everything from toys, jelly cats, pottery, mugs, jewellery, books, and greeting cards. Since becoming an established retail outlet in 1973, Geoff, Dizz, and their daughter Holly are celebrating The Tokenhouse’s fifty year anniversary.

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

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

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

We Chat to Legendary Broadcaster Clive Tyldesley About Meeting Brian Clough and Studying at Uni of Nottingham

World Cup ties; Champions League finals; England internationals: If you’ve watched a major game of football over the past five decades, you’ve likely heard the iconic voice of Clive Tyldesley commentating on said game. We had a chat with the legendary broadcaster about working in his beloved sport, meeting Brian Clough, and studying Industrial Economics at the University of Nottingham… 

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

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…

Theatre Review: Trash Salad

Becki Crossley reviews Trash Salad at Nonsuch... 

After 30 Years as a Tour Guide, Ezekial Bone Tells Us What Robin Hood Means Today

In a city steeped in legend and lore, where history and myth intertwine seamlessly, the story of our rebel outlaw Robin Hood remains strong after hundreds of years. Tour guide Ezekial Bone, a.k.a. Ade Andrews, has spent thirty years developing his craft, bringing legend (and truth) to the modern city. We had a chat to discover his thoughts on what the myth means today and what’s next in Nottingham’s story…

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

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…

Framework's Big Sleep Out - A Sleeping Bag War On Homelessness

Nottingham-based charity Framework is inviting the public to spend the night in a sleeping bag to help tackle the homelessness crisis...

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

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

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. 

In Photos: Belters Choir Perform 'Songs In The Tunnel'

Slamovision Poetry Slam Comes to Nottingham

Eurovision is old news. If you are a budding poet, get involved in Slamovision this December

Gandeys Circus, Broadway’s Short Stack and the Bush Doctor Reunion: Here’s What's On In Nottingham This Week: 11 - 17 September

This week, head to the circus, check out some live music, or sit back and watch a film...

We Catch Up With Demob Happy Before Their Headline Show At The Bodega

Ben Blissett chats with Matthew Marcantonio, singer-bassist of Demob Happy, ahead of their show at The Bodega on Wednesday 13 September...

Film Review: Bolan's Shoes

Timothy Spall + Marc Bolan should = guaranteed success, right? Well, sadly not...

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

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…

We Met up With Antonio Vendone to Talk All Things Suede’s 10th Birthday

With the pizzeria’s tenth birthday celebrations approaching, we met up with Antonio Vendone at Suede Bar to take a trip down memory lane and chat about all things pizza and Nottingham, with a touch of nostalgia…

In Photos: Say She She and Sunflower Thieves at Rescue Rooms

Say She She bring their dreamy harmonies, catchy hooks and up-tempo grooves to Rescue Rooms, with support from Sunflower Thieves...

LeftLion issue #163 September 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...

Cultural Festivals, Music Gigs and Going Back to Nature, Here’s What’s on in Nottingham This Week: 4 - 10 September

This week you could be at a psychedelic party, having spicy South-Asian food or planting a sapling. Here is a list of our hot picks for the week…

Film Review: Scrapper

Abbie Leeson checks out Charlotte Regan's touching study of a father-daughter relationship...