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Theatre Review: Louise Newson and the Hormones and Menopause Great Debate

Wed 02 Oct 2024

Dr Louise Newson, champion for better menopause care and known for her TV appearances, brings her expertise to the Playhouse...

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…

Comedy Review: Ed Byrne at the Newark Palace Theatre

Mon 30 Sep 2024

Ed Byrne brings his new show to Newark and shares why comedy is tragedy plus time...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #6: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 27 Sep 2024

After a week off, LeftLion's Latest Listens is back with our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands. This time, we feature new releases from Drew Thomas, London Grammar, The Days of Tomorrow, The Publics and flöat...

We speak with Pale Waves about influences and their mature new album, Smitten

Wed 25 Sep 2024

With their fourth album Smitten released on 27th September, Pale Waves are continuing to make big waves of their own. Ahead of the release, we caught up with drummer Ciára Doran to hear about the band’s influences, creativity and experiences…

LeftLion's Latest Listens #5: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 13 Sep 2024

This week's edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands, features new releases from Bloodworm, Otala, Marseille and #NAME?...

We catch up with landlord Ben Rose as The Angel Microbrewery opens a new upstairs lounge

Wed 11 Sep 2024

There are few publicans as busy as Ben Rose. Having owned the beloved Hockley food and music hotspot The Angel Microbrewery since 2016, he’s continuously evolving the historic pub and its adjoining live music venue The Chapel through new events and an exciting seasonal menu. With the opening of a new, multi-purpose space upstairs called The Chesterfield Lounge, we caught up with Ben on his ethos for running a pub, his plans for The Angel, and the small historical discoveries he continues to make there.

Day One at Broad Marsh's New Green Heart Space

Sat 07 Sep 2024

After years of imagination and careful planning, a brand new spot for nature has been opened for city-dwellers in Notts. We go to tally up the dragonflies...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #4: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 06 Sep 2024

In this week's edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands, we review new releases from Dark Bloom, ktlyle and Alex Blythe...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #3: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 30 Aug 2024

LeftLion's Latest Listens #2: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 23 Aug 2024

LeftLion's Latest Listens is our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands. This week, LeftLion listens to new releases from Purple Suns, Modern Coven, Sunflower Thieves, Bram Bancroft and Lace Thief...

We chat to writer LS Evans about his new novel Pleasantly Disturbed

Thu 22 Aug 2024

Notts writer L. S. Evans was the late great Sean Lock’s staff writer for fifteen years, racking up credits on shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and gaining acclaim from names like Harry Hill. Now he’s back with a comic coming-of-age story…

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

Fri 16 Aug 2024

Kicking off a new regular New Music review series, LeftLion's Latest Listens is our picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands. This week, LeftLion listens to new releases from Hollow Stone, Ben Blackadder, Molly Hindley and LYVIA.

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...

Rock City gives Lemmy a new home

Tue 13 Aug 2024

The roar of engines and unmistakeable smell of petrol fumes signalled the arrival of a Harley Davidson convoy descending on Nottingham’s Talbot Street last night, as the ashes of Lemmy Kilmister of celebrated band Motörhead were delivered to Rock City...

We chat to Hollow Stone about new music, and keeping it real

Sun 11 Aug 2024

Hollow Stone sport a diverse and unique style, with authenticity and a love of music always being placed at the forefront of their work. We caught up with lead singer James Doherty ahead of the band's album launch show at The Angel on 17th August, to hear about the album and the development of Hollow Stone's eclectic indie sound...

Nadia on... the new Labour government

Thu 08 Aug 2024

Nadia Whittome, the newly re-elected MP for Nottingham East and regular LeftLion columnist, talks about the new Labour government

We spoke to Emma Gray and Grace Carter about their new play at Broadway

Fri 19 Jul 2024

Emma Gray and Grace Carter met behind the famous Broadway bar. Now they've come full circle, launching their new play Yeah, No, Fine at Broadway. But how did they do it? What challenges were there to overcome?

In photos: Could Be Real Tribute Festival at Newstead Abbey

Sun 07 Jul 2024

LeftLion headed to the beautiful Newstead Abbey for a one-of-a-kind event featuring 10 of the UK's best musical tribute acts across two stages. It may not have been the real thing, but that didn't stop everyone having fun...

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.

Hoops Meet Homicide in New Notts Thriller

Tue 18 Jun 2024

Author and playwright Steve Orme’s hoop-shooting detective Miles Davies returns…

Nottingham’s Universities are looking for local community organisations to drive new research projects

Wed 22 May 2024

Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham are calling on local organisations to help develop PhD research projects aimed at benefiting communities across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

Carolina’s TexMex tell us about their vegan, gluten free dishes and their new home at the King Billy

Tue 21 May 2024

Bringing a burst of colour and fiery flavour to the King Billy’s rooftop beer garden, Mark Walsh and Angela Shepherd cook up a delicious blend of vegan, gluten free Tex-Mex dishes at Carolina’s Chilli. We caught up to talk hot sauce, having a bricks and mortar kitchen, and what the summer holds…

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.

Could Be Real Tribute Festival Bringing Music to Newstead Abbey this Summer

Wed 15 May 2024

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

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