Flashdance The Musical

The folks of Nottingham are in for a real treat next year as the world premiere of Flashdance – The Musical, sets the stage on fire at the Royal Concert Hall, Theatre Royal from 12th to 24th January 2009. The pulsating musical, based on the Paramount Pictures film of the same name, tells the story of Alex, an 18 year old youth who works as a welder and dreams of finding a place at the Shipley Dance Academy as a flash dancer. Listen as chartbusters including, “Maniac”, “Manhunt”, “Gloria”, “I Love Rock & Roll” and "Flashdance - What a Feeling" the Academy Award winning title track bring back memories of the original movie as they talk about holding onto your dreams and love against all hardships. For show timings and ticket bookings please contact the venue.

New Year’s Eve LOVEZOO uniform party 2008

Usher in 2009 with the New Year’s Eve LOVEZOO uniform party 2008 at the Gatecrasher Club in Nottingham. Come dressed as a soldier, priest, nurse, a policeman, construction worker, fire fighter, an astronaut or any of your favourite character and set the dance floor ablaze from 10 in the night to 6 in the morning. This theme party promises to be a memorable one with lots of music from the LOVEZOO DJ’s, state of the art sound, non-stop dancing, talented dancers and entertainers and abundantly flowing champagne, confetti showers and excellent video imagery and stunning décor.

Guide to Nottingham Attractions

In Nottingham don’t be surprised to discover vibrant city life, unbeatable shopping, award wining cuisines, groundbreaking arts and culture and world class events.
Nottingham is one of the UK’s top shopping destinations offering everything from designer boutiques to high street favourites. Fantastic bars and clubs, and a wide selection of fine dining makes the city a popular place for a night out. And it’s where you can experience the best in sport and entertainment against a historic backdrop.

An iconic statue of Robin Hood stands in the shadow of the Nottingham Castle’s formidable walls. The grounds of the Castle are very picturesque at any time of year, and play host to many events, including the Summer Shakespeare festival and the Robin Hood Pageant.In the mansion you can visit a museum and art galleries which regularly feature new exhibitions. Cave tours are held during the week.

The city’s Old Market Square has seen many events throughout history, from royal visits to European Cup celebrations. A popular meeting place, it’s dominated by the 200 foot high dome of the Council House, the traditional seat for the city council. In 2006 it received a multimillion pound facelift to make it a modern flexible open space ideal for staging concerts, or having an ice ring during the Christmas period. It is also the second largest public square in the UK after Trafalgar Square.

Nottingham has a wide range of live music venues to satisfy all tastes. You can see the show of a lifetime at the Nottingham Arena. Nottingham’s Broadway Cinema has been named one of the top seven in the world by the Total Film magazine.

The city is also a world class sporting destination and is home to the likes of the National Water Sports Centre and the National Ice Centre.

There are more than 300 places to eat in Nottingham featuring a selection of cuisines from classic British and fine French to Taiwanese and South American spice.
Nottingham is consistently ranked as one of the top five shopping destinations in the UK, and new projects like the Trinity Square development will ensure the city continues to be top of the shops. As the hometown of international designer Paul Smith, Nottingham’s legacy for fashionistas is legendary.

The city of Nottingham offers plenty of things to do. Weather it is a relaxing stroll through local history or a hair raising ride on a roller coaster you will find it here!

More information visit: Nottingham Attractions

Glimpse III: Nottingham’s Islamic collection

Glimpse III: Nottingham’s Islamic collection - An exhibition presenting a group of historical Islamic objects drawn from the city’s world cultures, costume and decorative art collections. Selected with help from members of Nottingham’s Muslim communities, these items allow us a glimpse into a rich cultural heritage and shine a light on a fascinating area of the collections.

Event type Exhibition
This event is aimed at Open to everyone
Start date 10 November 2007
End date 31 December 2008
This event starts at 10.00am
This event ends at 17.00pm

Cost of the event Castle Admission (Joint ticket with Brewhouse Yard): Adults £3.50, Children/Conc. £2, Family ticket £8 (2 Adults and up to 3 Children). Group rate: 1 free ticket for every 10 tickets purchased.
Location: Nottingham Castle,
Friar Lane, Off Maid Marian Way, Nottingham

Get a glimpse into the rich Islamic cultural heritage and traditions from Nottingham’s Islamic Collection of world costume, culture and decorative arts. This one and a half month long exhibition will be on at the Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Off Maid Marian Way, Nottingham from 10th November up till 31st December 2008 between 10 am to 7 pm. For ticket details, please contact the venue or check online at www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/museums.

Bonfire Night

Bonfire Night - Nottingham’s free annual Bonfire night and fireworks display. Enjoy an evening’s entertainment for the whole family-with fairground rides, food stalls, children’s firework display and grand firework finale! Blue Badge parking only on site. 5.30pm to 7.30pm there will be children’s fireworks display. At 7.45 pm bonfire lit. 9pm main fireworks display.

Event type Family Event
This event is aimed at Open to everyone
Start date 5 November 2008
End date 5 November 2008
This event starts at 17.30
This event ends at 22.30

Cost of the event This is a free event.
Location: Forest Recreation Ground, Mansfield Road,
Nottingham

Come one come all to enjoy a razzmatazz filled evening with family and friends on 5th November 2008 between 5.30 to 10.30 pm to enjoy the annual bonfire night at the Forest Recreation Ground, Mansfield Road, Nottingham. Experience the thrilling fairground rides and sample the varied fare at the food stalls. A special fireworks display for will be held for children between 5.50 to 7.30 pm after which the bonfire will be lit at 7.45 pm. A spectacular firework grand finale will be held at 9 pm.

Ghost Evenings at Newstead Abbey

Ghost Evenings at Newstead Abbey - The Newstead Abbey guides invite you to a house party full of ghostly tales and goings on! This evening is not for those with a nervous disposition. Suitable for 12 years and over. Book now on 01623455900

Event type Family Event
This event is aimed at Open to everyone
Start date 1 November 2008
End date 1 November 2008
This event starts at 19.45
This event ends at 22.00
Cost of the event £15 per person

Location: Newstead Abbey Historic House & Gardens,
Newstead Abbey Park, Nottinghamshire

Have you ever been invited to a house party with ghostly happenings? The guides of the Historic House & Gardens, Newstead Abbey, Nottinghamshire, invite all above 12 years to a ghostly evening on 1st November 2008 between 19.45 to 22 hours. The entrance fee to the party is £15 per person. For bookings and other details, please contact on 01623455900.

Nottingham Xmas market

Christmas cheer comes to Nottingham next week with the opening of the German Christmas Market in the city centre on November 19, 2008 and the start of a festive light show that will illuminate Nottingham’s Council House for miles around. Early to mid-December, the traditional Christmas Craft Market will open.

The German market will be in Long Row, King Street and Smithy Row and the craft market will be in Long Row West between King Street and Market Street or in Wheeler Gate.

Instead of the traditional Christmas tree in the Old Market Square this year, a display of dancing lights will colourwash the columns of the Council House, bathing the façade and dome in a rainbow of colours making it visible for miles around and ensuring that the Old Market Square remains the brightest point in the City.