This week, kill two birds with one stone and rave whilst you run, head to the return of Notts bands Unknown Era and Captain Dangerous, delve into some poetry, or enjoy a soulful Sunday. Here's our top picks...
When: Monday 17 November
Where: Bustler Market Hall
How much: Free
First established in 1992, Up and Running is the UK's largest independent running retailer, and their store in Notts has garnered a thriving community of runners over the years, with some fun events to boot. This Monday head down to Bustler in Sneinton Market as they present their 90s Run Rave. From 6pm Bustler will be playing 90s tunes, you'll be able to try on shoes from top running brands, enjoy some freebies, and meet other runners before heading out on a 5KM social run through Nottingham at 6.30pm. Glow gear and 90’s vibes are encouraged and the event is free - all you need to do is sign up for a SRG card, which you can pick up in-store or on the night to enjoy 10% off full-price items.
Nottingham Speaks Up: Local Writers Take a Stand Against Gender-Based Violence
Where: Nottingham Central Library
When: Tuesday 18 November, 12 - 5pm
How much: Free to attend, booking essential
A new grassroots community initiative founded by father-daughter team Jeff Buck and Rebecca Morris-Buck, Nottingham Speaks Up aims to 'confront injustice, build empathy, and inspire action'. In collaboration with East Midlands Writing, and aiming to raise awareness about gender-based violence, this event will feature information stalls, a writing session and a subsequent open mic showcase. Learn about the White Ribbon campaign with the Broxtowe Women’s Project and White Ribbon UK, participate in a creative writing workshop led by Notts poet and performer Jay Sandhu, and if you feel like it, read your poem in the open mic.
When: Wed 19 November
Where: Rescue Rooms
How much: £12.50
Jerub is an artist from Nottingham whose soulful pop songs have earned him a head-turning one million monthly listeners on Spotify. Surprisingly, this Nottingham show in November is part of his first headline tour across both the UK and Europe. Along with other artists who came up through the Notts scene, like Myles Smith, JayaHadADream, and Divorce, Jerub is certainly one cementing our city’s reputation as a hotbed for nationally recognised talent, so if you fancy later saying “I was there,” grab those tickets.
When: Wed 19 - Sat 22 November
Where: Theatre Royal
How much: From £34
Opera North presents what will likely be a very spectacular retelling of famous Italian opera: La Bohème – focusing on a 1960s Paris-set love story between two characters: poet, Rodolfo, and seamstress, Mimi. If you’ve ever been curious about checking out some opera, or if you’re an avid fan of it, this will be a great show to attend – as it’s one of the most performed operas worldwide, loved for its intensely well-drawn characters. In this show, the legendary music of Puccini will be performed by Opera North’s live orchestra.
When: Fri 21 November
Where: Lutterell Hall
How much: £19.50
The Transformation Network are taking over West Bridgford’s historic, Grade II listed Art-Deco building to showcase a night of various types of performers. Expect music, dance, pole, aerial, spoken word, poetry, acting and comedy from a variety of talented local performers. This is an event put on by a new organisation that also offers one-to-one coaching, workshops and meet-ups in the hope of inspiring talented people to achieve amazing things!
When: Sat 22 November
Where: Metronome
How much: £18.70
Legendary local ska, hip-hop, and pink collective Unknown Era are reconnecting to play Metronome this month, with support coming from The Hoplites and Ember and The Sentient Sound. If you’re unaware of the band, they’re a long established group in the Nottingham scene, often featuring no less than nine musicians, and have performed across the UK, often as part of some of the country’s biggest festivals like Y Not, Boomtown, and Splendour. This show will feature members from across the years, as well as some special guests.
Captain Dangerous With Orchestra
When: Sat 22 November
Where: The Old Cold Store
How much: £11
Captain Dangerous are a Nottingham quintet who make off-kilter pop music in the spirit of bands like Blur and Pavement, with particularly immersive song writing. This is their first show together in more than a decade, as part of I’m Not From London’s 20th birthday celebrations. To make it extra special they will be performing alongside a twenty-piece orchestra. They’re also celebrating thirteen years of their much-loved album Forgive Us We’re British, which was recorded at JT Soar.
A Decade of Nottingham Poetry Festival
When: Sat 22 November
Where: Nottingham Playhouse
How much: From £35
The Nottingham Poetry Festival has played a huge part in filling our city with dynamic poetic voices, and it also passed its tenth anniversary earlier this year. To celebrate this, the Nottingham Playhouse are hosting four world renowned poets for an evening of performance. On the line up are the official poet of the London Olympics: Lemn Sissay, NPF co-founder Henry Normal, novelist and poet Joelle Taylor, and People’s Book Prize winning writer Salena Godden.
Where: Fisher Gate Point
When: Sunday 23 November, 10.30 - 4pm
How much: From £32.18
End your week with a day of 'sound, movement, and wholesome nourishment' at Fisher Gate Point. This event aims to encourage you to 'rekindle that connection with your feelings and sensations'. Start the day with by tasting some mushroom tea and hearing about its benefits before participating in a chakra dance, before enjoying a nutritional lunch, a crochet circle, and a sound bath. There will also be several stalls offering tarot, massage and other wholesome treats to inspire and relax guests.
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