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As a novice to the Opera, I had a preconceived idea of what the experience would be like and was surprised to arrive and learn that this show was an ‘Operetta’. This is a 19th century term used to describe a light-hearted opera in which not everything is sung....

Tosca was originally a French play written by Victorien Sardou in the 19th century, later made into an operatic libretto by Italian composer, Puccini. One hundred and eighteen years after Tosca first premiered in Rome, Opera North’s 21st century production in the Theatre Royal, Nottingham, was absolutely phenomenal. “Their voices truly...

Captivating, intense, and comedic are just three ways to describe The Knot, a dance show consisting of world-class contemporary movers. The story followed a unique take on the wedding celebration where the bride, groom, best men, and bridesmaids used their bodies to convey the different emotions that are expressed...

Acclaimed British playwright Alistair McDowall’s latest play gives director Joe Strickland an opportunity to take us into the depths of space. A space horror that will leave you on the edge of your seat, X shows you the lives of five astronauts who have been left stranded on a...

Set in 1788, the Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company presented Alan Bennett’s modern classic The Madness of George III and have created a show worthy of the highest praise. From the set, to the Olivier award-winning cast, it surpassed my expectations and is an exquisite piece of theatre that the...

Film and television director, seven-time-nominated and two-time Emmy winner, and winner of a Golden Globe, Jill Soloway is a force to be reckoned with. Their hits include the feature length film Afternoon Delight, and the Amazon favourites I Love Dick and Transparent. And now Soloway has turned once more...

Soul seven-some Stone Foundation returned to Nottingham’s Glee Club at the start of the month and brought it to life with their toe-tapping, feel-good tunes. Greeted by a keen audience, lead singer and guitarist Neil Jones promised “we’re gonna have a crack tonight”, and they delivered. Supported by singer-songwriter...