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Theatre review: The BalletBoyz' Still Pointless at 25

The BalletBoyz are celebrating their 25^th anniversary with a show that revisits some of their most stand-out work. It’s eight pieces of art, performed by ten men from a dance company with one mission: to keep creating and commissioning daring work, and sharing it with as many people as possible.

Processing the past: illustrator Amy Bunting on her children's book about dementia

A recent exhibition at Hucknall Library showcased the nine year artistic process behind My Granny Is Changing – a children’s picture book dealing with dementia, created by artist and graphic designer Amy Bunting. Based on Amy’s own experience of navigating her gran Olive’s dementia, we talk to Amy about her creative process and how her story could help families talk more openly about dementia with young children.

The Joyful Jukebox Keyworth Sing-alongs

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Explore & Imagine Creative Dance

The Joyful Jukebox Keyworth Sing-alongs

Andy Warhol: Pop Icon

Ruby Tuesday's Music Night - 'Celebrate the Voice'

Pride in the Past at the National Civil War Centre in Newark

Pride in the Past at the National Civil War Centre shines a light on LGBTQ+ histories often left out  of the mainstream narrative. Thought-provoking and celebratory in equal measure, it offers a powerful reminder that LGBTQ+ people have always been here - and that reclaiming these stories is an act of pride, visibility, and empowerment. 

Market value: the past and present of Victoria Centre Market

Over the last few years, a part of Nottingham’s history has slowly started to vanish, with traders at the Victoria Centre Market being asked to end their hundred year leases partway through. A space that once hosted hundreds of local traders is now home to just a few- who find themselves in a state of limbo. Matteo D’Alesio visits to hear some of their concerns, while taking a step back in time to highlight what made the market special in the first place. 

The Leen: Nottingham’s River

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Album lauches, gripping theatre and top quality comedy: Here's what's on in Nottingham this week Monday 19 - Sunday 25 January

New year, new music. If you’re looking to add some new albums to your playlists, look no further than this weeks’ gig picks. If drama is more your thing, we have you covered with gripping theatre and opera. If you’re simply looking to brighten up the January days, we have a dose of comedy that will do just the trick.

Winter Light Trail

Helen Oxenbury: We're Going On a Bear Hunt and Other Adventures

The Leen: Nottingham’s River

Helen Oxenbury: We're Going On a Bear Hunt and Other Adventures

Nottinghaml Lgtbq+ Tuesday Board Game Socials

Tuesday Night Dungeons & Dragons at Games Haven

Online Emdr Therapy – Book Your Initial Consultation

The Joyful Jukebox Cotgrave Sing-alongs

The Leen: Nottingham’s River

Night Creatures Podcast #3: Killer Jim from Out To Lunch on 25 years of Northern soul, jazz funk and jazz dance events in Nottingham

Night Creatures is a new LeftLion podcast, shining a light on the promoters of Nottingham. Your host and interviewer is Beane, co-founder of Nottingham’s beloved Soul Buggin’ night and he brings with him over twenty years of experience of putting on great parties in the city.

The Time Traveller – Past Life Regression

Sweet spot: taking a look at Effy’s new pastry collection

Since arriving on the Nottingham coffee scene in 2019, Effy has become a favourite haunt for local coffee connoisseurs in the know. Now this indie coffee shop is developing a reputation for its equally impressive pastries. Food co-editor Lucy Campion chats to owner Mitch Farr about the shop’s growing bakery operation.