Water into Wine is a series of new paintings by Nottingham artist Kim Thompson that recaptures and upscales the beauty and depth present in the experiences of nine Nottingham residents of Caribbean descent, some of whom include the artist’s family. The paintings steer away from common narratives of trauma whilst also placing a spotlight on the existence of Black life in a regional British city. Water into Wine encourages us to rethink our perspectives on narratives underrepresented within the contemporary art gallery or museum context and to find relativity and connection within our own lives.

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New Arts Exchange

The NAE Open returns for its fourth iteration with a presentation of works that includes paintings, video, live art, photography, textiles and sculpture. This dynamic exhibition was created through a competitive open application process for Nottinghamshire-based artists and Global Ethnic majority* artists living anywhere in the UK. Tasked to seek out the most innovative and high-quality artworks that address critical societal concerns and interests, a panel of advocates, including neighbours, artists and curators, chose from a substantive amount of submissions. The result is an eclectic and compelling selection of artists at different stages of their careers.

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All Libraries, Nottinghamshire

Whether you have taken up art recently or been a creative for many years, if you live in Nottinghamshire, we would love to see a piece of your work in the Inspire Community Open Exhibition 2024 in our beautiful Beeston Library Gallery.

Application is on a first come, first serve basis and work is non selected, we have a limited number of places for both 2D and 3D work.

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Lace Market Theatre, Nottingham

It's the 1970s. Beverley is hosting a ‘soirée' for her suburban neighbours. One guest, Susan, has a teenage daughter Abigail who is having a party of her own across the street.

Olives, cheesy pineapples and G&Ts abound but as the evening progresses, the surface civility descends into pandemonium. Mike Leigh's iconic comedy is a timeless play about unhappy marriages and social aspirations

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Markeaton Park - Craft Village, Derby

This modern presentation of Shakespeare’s tragic masterpiece will be performed by Derby Shakespeare Theatre Company in Summer 2024.

Gang warfare rages on the Verona council estate between the tenants of Capulet Heights and Montague Tower. It’s here where we lay our scene. Romeo loves Rosaline, but she’s having none of it. Juliet’s Dad is throwing a party and you’re all invited. Lovers’ stars are about to get crossed, fates twisted and hearts broken.

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Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – The Musical follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.

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Five Leaves Bookshop 14a Long Row, Nottingham, NG12DH

Our book group is open to all. Attend every meeting, occasionally or just once a lifetime. All we ask is that you read the book in advance and take part in the discussion. There’s a short introduction by a member of staff, a group regular, or someone we know with a special interest in the book in question.

We follow Amal, Younes, Raffiq and Shahira as they navigate love, loss, identity and belonging in their Kurdish-Germany community. In her kaleidoscopic novel, Karosh Taha expands our ideas of class, race and gender as she loops two stories around an invisible lynchpin: a woman who defies all expectations, a blank canvas for projections from all those around her.

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Robin Hood Sherwood

This months feature act Taylor Riley @documentinglife2.0 poet, activist, events organiser & all round good guy is back at Scum! It was a pleasure to watch Taylor blossom at Scum back in the Sumac days & then go on to set up his own extremely successful open mic night @nottspoetry 👏 can't wait to have ya back with us ❤️

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Nottingham Market Square

One of the East Midlands’ leading LGBTQ+ charities and hosts of the region’s largest free Pride event. We remember our history, we make our voices heard and we celebrate Nottinghamshire’s fabulous diversity.

Visibility, Education and Celebration are the core values of Notts Pride and they will always be central to our work. We exist to advance equality and inclusivity in our city. As part of a global Pride movement, we believe in celebrating LGBTQ+ people and challenging discrimination. On every level, we believe Nottinghamshire should be a place to be proud of – a city and county where everyone feels safe and is not afraid to be themselves. We love to welcome individuals and partner with businesses, organisations and other charities who share that vision.

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Malt Cross, Nottingham

The perfect intimate opportunity to practice some of our favourite improv games, and stretch out those improvising muscles. Each week features training in a different set of skills, exercises, scenes, or games, facilitated by various members of the Nottingham improv community.

18+, and suitable for all levels of experience, with an emphasis on having a good time and improving everyone’s improvising experience.

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Derby Theatre

Join the pupils from Studio84 Arts Academy for a night of marvellous movie magic.

With music, songs and themes from all of your favourite Oscar-winning films.

It’s going to be a show full of glitz and glam, so roll out the red carpet and get your glad rags on!

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Duchess Theatre, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 1EF

During what was supposed to be a lavish weekend at The Hollow, the grand estate of Sir Henry and Lucy Angkatell, a game of romantic musical chairs turns deadly! Central to the chaos is Dr. Cristow, who is juggling an overbooked love life with his mistress Henrietta, his ex-girlfriend Veronica, and his unsuspecting wife Gerda, all under one roof. After Veronica reignites her romance with Cristow, the drama spirals out of control faster than you can say "jealousy."

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Nottingham Arts Theatre

During this week course the children will learn Drama skills, build on confidence, make new friends, and much more. They will be working in a fun and safe environment with trained and qualified teachers, who have worked in professional theatre, to learn and perform a play in just 1 week.

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Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Prepare to be swept off your feet with An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical, based on the award-winning 80s movie. This timeless story of love, courage, and redemption will make your heart soar and leave you breathless, longing for more.

Be part of the emotional journey of Zack Mayo, (Luke Baker), a fearless young officer candidate, and the captivating Paula Pokrifki, (Georgia Lennon) whose fiery spirit matches his own. Their encounters ignite a spark that transcends boundaries, awakening a passionate love that defies all odds.

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Five Leaves Bookshop 14a Long Row, Nottingham, NG12DH

Five Leaves hosts the Nottingham Pagan Book Club, a reading group for those interested in Pagan literature, both modern and classical. The group is open to anyone who would like to discuss books from a pagan perspective, be they long-time pagans or just curious about exploring pagan spirituality.

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Five Leaves Bookshop 14a Long Row, Nottingham, NG12DH

Our book group is open to all. Attend every meeting, occasionally or just once a lifetime. All we ask is that you read the book in advance and take part in the discussion. There’s a short introduction by a member of staff, a group regular, or someone we know with a special interest in the book in question.

Uncovering the mystery of her mother’s disappearance as a child: Laura Cumming, prize-winning author and art critic, takes a closer look at her family story.

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Nottingham Arts Theatre

Roald Dahl’s much-loved story follows the vain attempts of three farmers, Boggis, Bunce and Bean (one fat, one short, one lean), to get rid of the fox who regularly steals food from their farms. Despite their efforts to kill the fox by any means possible, the hapless farmers are outwitted at every turn. Ultimately, Fantastic Mr. Fox devises a plan to ensure full stomachs for his family and friends, all of whom celebrate with a sumptuous feast.

Performed by the children attending Nottingham Arts Theatre's 'Play In A Week' Summer School.

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New Art Exchange, Nottingham

Come along to New Art Exchange on Friday, 2nd August, 7-9pm, for an in-person sharing session where Jay Sandhu will reflect on his residency and explore themes of care and belonging, featuring Jah Digga, Megs, Hil the Poet, Akapila, Tim G and more.

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Squire Performing Arts Centre

Discover yourself through drama this summer! Join the Open Space Theatre School for one week and create a unique experience of theatre based on your own ideas. We will create a fun and safe environment for you to discover yourself and grow in confidence. Together we will explore the empty space and through movement, voice and improvisation fill it through the drama inherent in each of us.

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Nottingham Arts Theatre

During the week's course, the children will learn dance artistry, singing techniques and drama skills. All whilst building their confidence, making new friends, and much more. They will be working in a fun and safe environment with trained and qualified teachers, who have worked in professional theatre, to learn and perform songs and dances from various musicals in just 1 week.

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The Organ Grinder, Nottingham

Leanne Moden is a poet, theatremaker and educator, from Nottingham. She’s been performing poetry for over fourteen years, and she was a semi-finalist at the BBC Edinburgh Fringe Slam in 2018. Her second pamphlet of poetry was published in 2020 and she’s fuelled by Jaffa Cakes, fruit tea, and unrelenting whimsy.

Sonia Burns is a poet, performer, community worker and workshop facilitator currently based in the East Midlands. Her first poetry chapbook, Umbra:philia, was published in November 2021 by the Derbyshire based Bearded Badger Publishing Company.

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Theatre Royal, Nottingham

An hilarious spoof in the best Agatha Christie tradition, with an assembled cast of characters guaranteed to delight: Bunting the butler, an English Colonel with the prerequisite stiff upper lip, a shady French art dealer, the high-class debutante, bumbling local inspectors and a well-meaning local sleuth who seems to attract murder – they’re all here, and all caught up in the side-splitting antics which follow the mysterious death of the owner of a country manor house.

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Various Venues

Get ready, East Midlands! The Nottingham Shakespeare Company (NSC) is about to unleash a whirlwind of drama, passion, and pure theatrical magic with their electrifying production of "Henry V".

From August 7-17, 2024, Shakespeare's epic tale of power and glory will burst to life in the most unexpected places – and you won't pay a penny to witness it!

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City Arts - Nottingham

DIY Poets bring their eclectic style in three halves to City Arts with their August Quarterly Hybrid Showcase featuring Jade Moore, 10 DIY Poets, and an open mic. You are most welcome in the room or via Zoom. Sign up for a 3 minute open mic slot at the event. Please arrive from 7.15 for 7.30 start. This is a hybrid event - Zoom will commence a few minutes before start time. Free event - suggested voluntary donation - £5

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Nottingham Arts Theatre

A lively and entertaining evening showcasing talents in Dance, Song and Dialogue.

Featuring songs from your favourite Musicals performed by the children of We Love Musicals Summer School.

Come and be dazzled by some of the young talent Nottingham has to offer.

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Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Nottingham

Embark on this thrilling production of Into The Woods performed by a cast of 30 talented young performers that has rehearsed in just under a week.

With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and the book by James Lapine, this magical tale follows a Baker and his Wife as they attempt to undo a spell. Their journey intertwines with many classic fairy-tale stories, creating a dramatic, yet comedic narrative which reminds us that not all fairy-tales have happy endings.

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Bottesford library

We are a group of writers from all over the Vale of Belvoir and beyond. We meet every month in the Parish Room next to Bottesford library. Each meeting has an optional theme that you can use as a writing prompt. We also love to hear your works in progress and to meet anyone curious about writing.

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Online

THE AUTHOR’S GUIDE TO GETTING PUBLISHED Four-week online writing course Tuesdays 12:30pm-1:30pm, August 13th to September 3rd Tickets £35 or £55 including one-hour author one-to-one

You’ve written your story – congratulations! But what now? There’s a wealth of options for authors, as well as a huge array of information out there to pile through. In this four week course, we’ll be walking you through the fundamentals of getting your writing published in a variety of different areas as well as some of the ways you can earn money from your fiction.

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The King Billy, Nottingham

Free minds is a poetry night open to all forms of poetry and for all stories to be told, we want to foster a safe and comfortable environment where people can share the thoughts that rattle around in their heads! Come down to perform, listen and enjoy some incredible poetry!

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Online

Two of the most popular subgenres of science-fiction come into focus with this four-week course, exploring the origins of both movements, some core examples and how to write within the field! Join us a mix of steam-powered contraptions and the darker side of technology over our four-week run…

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Normanton Library, Derby

Join us as we celebrate the last day of South Asian Heritage Month at Normanton Library.

The day will feature a free writing workshop in the afternoon, with award-winning multi published poet and literary critic, Sandeep Parmar, who is returning to her Derby roots.

And in the evening there will be spoken word, music and open mic slots, with readings and performances from poets Sandeep Pamar, Shruti Chauhan and Punjabi vocalist Khushi Kaur.

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