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Exhibition review: 86:26 LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive this week at Backlit

Wed 26 Aug 2026

A collaboration between BACKLIT Gallery and the British Film Institute, 86:26 explores queer history and heritage in Nottingham. Under the direction of CJ De Barra from the Notts Queer History Archive, the exhibition is taking place in the BACKLIT main gallery from 24 August until 30 August.

Truth or Legend: the case of England's city of football

Thu 13 Aug 2026

Now the World Cup is out of the way, our resident weird history investigator Matthew Blaney takes a look at Nottingham's football history...

Best London Restaurants and Pubs for England Matchdays

Thu 11 Jun 2026

Discover the best hidden London restaurants and pubs for England matchdays. From Soho favourites to Shoreditch sports bars...

Director Alison Rashley talks us through Television Workshop's best known actors

Tue 02 Jun 2026

Workshop Director Alison Rashley talks through some of the Television Workshop’s best known actors and gives the lowdown on what they were like to teach…

Life Behind Bars with Vicky Pamo Simples, Bar Supervisor at The Beeston Social

Fri 24 Apr 2026

Vicky Pamo Simples tells us what it’s like to be a supervisor at multi-purpose food and drink hub, the buzzing Beeston Social…

“It’s time to restate the case for the nature-first approach to Broad Marsh” - Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust urge local people to have their say on Homes England consultation

Thu 18 Dec 2025

As Homes England moves the Broad Marsh development forward, public consultation continues. Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s Erin McDaid argues that whilst the UK Government continues to push the false narrative that nature is a blocker of growth, Nottingham’s Green Heart shows that nature can unlock a once in a generation transformation of our city.

Theatre Review: Dear England at Theatre Royal

Thu 25 Sep 2025

Dear England, the National Theatre play about Gareth Southgate and his journey as England manager, arrives at Nottingham's Theatre Royal as part of its 160th birthday celebrations...

LeftLion Interviews Podcast #12: Writer James Graham on Dear England, Sherwood, Broadway, London theatre and writing for stage and screen

Mon 25 Aug 2025

Our latest episode is a conversation with the Notts-born Showrunner of BBC TV's Sherwood, who is taking Notts to New York stages and returning home to celebrate the 160th Birthday of Nottingham's Theatre Royal...

LeftLion Interviews Podcast #7: Chanel Cresswell on This Is England, Shane Meadows, Guy Ritchie, Colleen Rooney, Winning a BAFTA and more.

Fri 13 Dec 2024

Our seventh episode is an interview with BAFTA-winning actor and Television Workshop alumnus Chanel Cresswell...

LeftLion Interviews Podcast #5: Shane Meadows on This Is England, Virtues, Stone Roses, Injuries, Notts County FC and more

Fri 18 Oct 2024

For our fifth podcast we are delighted to welcome a true legend of British film and television, the director and screenwriter Shane Meadows...

The ultimate guide to Gloworm Festival as Vicky McClure revealed as special guest

Wed 31 Jul 2024

Gloworm is a dedicated family festival that delivers entertainment for both children and their adults, with a jam-packed weekend schedule of activities, performances, live music, and interactive experiences. We give you the lowdown on what's in store for 2024.

We spoke to Charity Shop Sue creators Dead Sweet TV about comedy writing, creating a LGBTQ+ icon and working with Shane Meadows and Vicky McClure.

Wed 17 Jul 2024

From her beginnings as a YouTube mockumentary star to appearing MTV Cribs, Charity Shop Sue has won the hearts of many - but what were the beginnings of Bulwell's iconic boss laydeh? We spoke to Stu Edwards and brothers Tim and Matt Chesney, creators at Dead Sweet TV to talk about comedy writing, creating a LGBTQ+ icon and working with Shane Meadows and Vicky McClure.

Sneinton’s Backlit Gallery to receive almost £500k in funding from Arts Council England

Wed 08 May 2024

Fantastic news for Nottingham’s creative community as Sneinton’s Backlit Gallery is set to receive Arts Council funding to secure and develop their building.

Ice Hockey Heroes to Dear England at the National Theatre: Here's What's On This Week beginning 11 - 18 March

Sun 10 Mar 2024

Kicking off this week we have a spicy ice-hockey fixture between Nottingham Panthers and Fife Flyers. Following this make sure to see fan favourites Yard Act raise the roof at Rock City, England's manager scores his own show down at the National Theatre and artists unleashing their creativity in both the National Justice Museum and the New Art Exchange.

Gig Review: 86TVs at The Bodega

Sun 03 Mar 2024

WHEN word of much-cherished South London quintet The Maccabees’ decision to call time on their career hit in the summer of 2016, the outpouring of love for the band, both then, and at their sold out farewell gigs the following year, had rarely been matched. So, it is understandable that seven years on, the birth of 86TVs has warmed many a heart needing to plug a White-shaped hole in their musical nourishment...

Theatre Review: Mark Thomas in England and Son

Fri 29 Sep 2023

Cathy Symes went to see Mark Thomas in England and Son at the Djanogly Theatre...

Nottingham Legend Vicky McClure MBE on Our Dementia Choir's Return to Splendour Festival

Fri 14 Jul 2023

Splendour Festival returns to Wollaton Park this month, as does Vicky McClure MBE and Our Dementia Choir. We chat to the Wollaton native ahead of the festival which essentially takes place in her back garden…

6 of Our Favourite Notts Performances of All Time

Fri 21 Apr 2023

From The Last of Us to Without Sin, Nottingham actors are smashing it at every level and across every genre right now. But what are some of the best Notts performances of all time? We take our picks...

The Best Events to Check Out in Nottingham This Week: This Is England, BBC Introducing and More

Mon 19 Sep 2022

Comedy, caves and Kes from This Is England are the talk of the town this week...

5 of Vicky McClure's Greatest Performances

Fri 21 Jan 2022

Ahead of Vicky McClure’s return to the small screen in ITV’s Trigger Point this week, we take a look back at five of the best performances from one of Nottingham’s finest talents…

England Netball: Back To Netball and The Roses Reunited Series

Wed 17 Nov 2021

The Vitality Roses are playing Jamaica at The Motorpoint Arena on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 December in the Roses Reunited Series. We sat down with Back to Netball player Ibby Brown and Netball Development Community Coach Ruth Pickthorn to talk about everything they do and their excitement for the upcoming games…

Out of Time: Nottingham Doctor John Arderne, England’s First Surgeon

Sun 19 Apr 2020

As the most devastating pandemic recorded in human history, the Black Death decimated Europe in the 14th century, killing somewhere between 30-60% of the continent’s entire population. But amidst the death, misery and chaos, one Nottingham doctor named John Arderne blazed a medical trail that still sees him referred to as England’s first surgeon…

Left Lionesses: The Notts Players Repping England

Sun 09 Jun 2019

England’s World Cup opener against Scotland kicks off at 5pm today and promises to be quite the showdown; but did you know that, not one, but two of the Lionesses hail from Notts? We find out more about Mary Earps and Jade Moore.

England to win the Cricket World Cup?

Thu 30 May 2019

You can’t miss the giant cricketer in the Old Market Square this week, apparently flattened by the Council House before he could bowl the ball he clutches. The Fan Zone in the Square promises more street sport than has been seen since the early days of the City of Football and more fun since the Winter Wonderland’s ice rink melted away.

Whip the Cat Rapper and Clog Feature at Dancing England at Nottingham Playhouse

Wed 28 Nov 2018

After being reinstated last year, Dancing England will be coming to the Nottingham Playhouse stage on Saturday 26 January 2019 to showcase the finest in traditional dancing. With it, comes Nottingham’s own Whip the Cat Rapper and Clog…

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