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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...

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

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.

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

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

Notts Filmmaker Derry Shillitto Talks Us Through His New AI-Inspired Feature

The film explores the potential impact of AI in education...

We Catch Up With Martin Sommerville, Owner of By Our Hands We Make Our Way

Behind the many pleasing window displays in Sneinton Market Avenues, one in particular has always stood out. Decked with greenery, art and beautiful wooden textures, By Our Hands We Make Our Way is a space for woodworking, community, creativity and more. I decided to finally drop in and have a chat with owner Martin Sommerville to see what they are all about.

In Photos: Snail Mail at Rescue Rooms

Snail Mail brings tracks from her albums Valentine and Lush to Rescue Rooms...

We Take a Trip Around Sneinton Market Avenues, One of Nottingham’s Best Hidden Gems

Sneinton Market has been home to businesses for nearly 150 years. What started as a market primarily known for selling crockery has blossomed into colourful avenues with a variety of independent businesses to explore. Krishita Kandoi takes a wander around the Market to catch the vibe of this Nottingham gem.

Theatre Review: The Rocky Horror Show at Theatre Royal

"The first time I saw The Rocky Horror Show live, it was celebrating 25 years, now here we are at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall celebrating fifty!"

We Chat To Artist Faye Finney About Her Artistic Process And Her Beautiful Dog Sylvia

On a bright Tuesday morning, we spoke to illustrator and visual artist Faye Finney about her artistic process, her ambition to write and illustrate a children’s book, and the inspiration she gets from her beautiful dog, Sylvia. Here’s what she had to say…

Outdoor Cinema, Beer and Music Festivals, and Singles Night - Here’s What’s On In Nottingham This Week: 21 - 28 August

This week, you can drink some beer, listen to some live music, watch a film, or find your perfect love match...

We Chat With the Sister Duo Behind Sneinton’s Boulangerie de Saigon

Last month, we underwent a gruelling ten-second trek from the office to visit our neighbours in the newly opened Boulangerie de Saigon, a small Vietnamese eatery in the hustle and bustle of Sneinton Avenues. After being hooked on the egg coffee (more on that later), we returned to try one of the most delicious Vietnamese sandwiches to grace Nottingham - oh, and to have a chat with sisters Aivi and Milly Nguyen - both from St Ann’s, who opened the boulangerie (bakery) in April…

Interview: Stephen Bailey

Pioneering director Stephen Bailey chats with Ian C Douglas about his new interpretation of the Elephant Man...

We Speak to the Owners of Happy Sunday Vintage Shop About Their New Venture

A stunning new glass-fronted beauty has opened its door on Nottingham’s Derby Road. The arrival of the eye-catching vintage emporium Happy Sunday Vintage is another addition to the exciting independents in the area including Little Brickhouse, Little Plant Guys, the Danish Homestore and The Lime Gallery, to name a few. After staying vacant for many years, the iconic building (which many around the city will recognise as the old Ben Bowers restaurant) has been transformed into a technicolour, rummagers’ dream of vintage clothing, rare antique finds, one-of-a-kind mid-century furniture and homeware. Addie Kenogbon caught up with Happy Sunday co-owners, Bryony Selway and Mihnea Georgescu, and their ‘pawsernal’ assistant, Stevie the dog, to find out more about their new venture.  

In Photos: The Struts at Rock City

British rock band The Struts have earned a global reputation as a must-see live act, so we had to check them out for ourselves...