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Theatre review: The BalletBoyz' Still Pointless at 25
Wed 03 Jun 2026The BalletBoyz are celebrating their 25th 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.
East Midlands Pamphlet Prize launched by Bad Betty, in partnership with Writing East Midlands and Nottingham Poetry Festival
Sun 31 May 2026Notts based independent publisher Bad Betty Press has announced the launch of the East Midlands Pamphlet Prize, a new initiative designed to support and platform poets living, working and studying across our region.
Art, theatre, and poetry: Here's what's on in Nottingham this week, 1 - 7 June
Sun 31 May 2026Summer's here, and Nottingham's ready for it. Here are some fantastic events happening this week which we think are worth checking out.
Theatre Review: RONiN at Lakeside Arts
Wed 27 May 2026RONiN tells the story of a swordswoman up against overwhelming odds in this innovative and visually striking show...
Theatre Review: Barnum at the Nottingham Playhouse
Wed 27 May 2026Roll up, roll up! Barnum brings big top joy to Nottingham Playhouse...
Theatre Review: Scenes from a Friendship at Nottingham Playhouse
Thu 21 May 2026Time-hop through nineties teendom into adulthood with the latest gem from Nottingham playwright, Jane Upton. A messy trip down memory lane to make us laugh, cry and celebrate the friendships that shape us...
Theatre Review: Papillons at Lakeside Arts
Thu 14 May 2026Papillons: A beautiful invitation, fully realised...
Theatre review: Take Flight at Lakeside Arts is an aerial treat for parents and babies
Wed 13 May 2026Following a mother and baby bird through the early stages of parenthood, Take Flight by local theatre company Rebel Sparks came to Lakeside Arts this weekend, uplifting early years theatre to new heights. Izzy and Bobby Bradley went down to check it out...
Thought-provoking theatre, alternative rock music and local art: Here's what's on this week in Nottingham 11 - 17 May
Sun 10 May 2026This week in Notts! Enjoy original theatre and gritty alternative rock, or head south of river and meet Ladybay's artists in their studios. Here's our top picks...
Take Flight: Ria Ashcroft tells us about her circus theatre show for 0-2 year olds which comes to Lakeside Arts this weekend...
Fri 08 May 2026Blending theatre and aerial silks, Take Flight is a multi-sensory, interactive show from local theatre company Rebel Sparks. Coming to Lakeside Arts this weekend, we sat down for a chat with co-artistic director Ria Ashcroft from Circus Hub to hear more about this unique form of children's entertainment...
Theatre Review: Small Island at Nottingham Playhouse
Sat 02 May 2026A play that focuses on the harsh realities of postwar Britain for the Windrush generation and examines the consequences of empire...
Theatre Review: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller at Lakeside Arts
Tue 21 Apr 2026Lakeside Arts offers a retelling of a fairy tale classic with a blend of storytelling, live music, and theatrical magic. Cinderella's is now an ice cream factory, and therein lies the tale...
Theatre Review: Death On The Nile at Theatre Royal
Fri 17 Apr 2026A British murder mystery classic takes the stage at Theatre Royal Nottingham for it's European premiere...
Enthralling theatre and crowd pleasing comedy: Here's what's on in Nottingham this week Monday 13 - Sunday 19 April
Sun 12 Apr 2026The weather's getting warmer, and here in Notts everybody's getting out and enjoying culture, whether as part of some memorable screenings at local cinemas, or some top tier local music. Here's some events which we think you shouldn't miss...