Lily Staples

Bradley Simpson has officially stepped into the spotlight on his own, and I think it’s fair to say —it suits him. Best known as the lead singer of The Vamps, Simpson’s debut solo album, The Panic Years, was released on the 28 February 2025. Marking a departure from the...

The Nottingham New Theatre’s production of The Tales of Alice perfectly reimagines Lewis Carroll’s classic story, with a new flair and contemporary twist. Written and directed by Farah Shah, and produced by Lily Hagen, the show offers a refreshed perspective on the beloved tale, blending Carroll’s chaotic and whimsical...

Lily Staples  This latest pantomime extravaganza from the Nottingham Playhouse is Jack and the Beanstalk, a resounding triumph of fairy-tale magic paired with musical flair. It is directed by the ever-brillliant Adam Penford who provides the production with creativity, humour and elements of unmistakable Nottingham charm. Local references are...