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 ‘We heard it from three people…so it must be true…’ Let’s take an iconic storyline, throw in some jazz, dancing, strobe lighting and Laura Bateman’s interpretation of a timeless classic, and we have New Theatre’s production of The Great Gatsby. I have to admit, as I took my central...

Until very recently, in all my twenty-one years of life I couldn’t honestly say I’d ever made a proper roast dinner. Many student houses choose to make a roast dinner together, but some students, like me, are daunted by the task of having so many dishes to perfect. So...

Eugene Ionesco’s position as a pioneer of the Theatre of the Absurd is embodied within the play of Macbett, and you should expect nothing less in this production, as the futility of war is explored in unrelenting comedic fashion, with a nod to William Shakespeare’s iconic Macbeth. Certainly, it...

To quote the magnificent J.R.R Tolkien: ‘All that does glitter is not gold’ – a quote which kept being brought to mind whilst watching Strangers. Directed by Joe Strickland, this was the penultimate performance in Nottingham New Theatre’s Fringe season. Dazzling, yet for the most part, extremely raw, Strangers...

The recent conclusion of ‘Fashion Week’ probably does not mean much for the average University student. For those who might not be aware, ‘Fashion Week’ are designated weeks in which fashion capitals around the world play host to the biggest worldwide luxury fashion houses which preview their collections for the...

Dark Room is a devilishly complex, thrilling piece of theatre that captures the audience’s attention and does not let it go. The piece, written and directed by Tom Proffitt, is a stunning piece of work. In the span of an hour, we are taken on a rollercoaster ride with...

With only a few weeks left until the Christmas break, there are three shows still to enjoy in Nottingham New Theatre’s autumn season. Next up is well known, The Diary of Anne Frank. Impact speaks to producer Holly Gatfield, and director, Ricki Crook, about their show: What is The Diary of Anne...