Entertainment Archives - East Midlands Connected https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/news/entertainment/ Hopping Between Hubs Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:52:49 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 On Your Bike Baffo! coming to Nottingham as part of UK tour https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/on-your-bike-baffo-coming-to-nottingham-as-part-of-uk-tour/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=on-your-bike-baffo-coming-to-nottingham-as-part-of-uk-tour https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/on-your-bike-baffo-coming-to-nottingham-as-part-of-uk-tour/#respond Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:52:49 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/on-your-bike-baffo-coming-to-nottingham-as-part-of-uk-tour/ “There’s a lovely fittingness to bringing a bike show to a city that was once home to the Raleigh Bicycle Factory, cycling is practically in Nottingham’s bones!” – Baffo creator Oliver Harrison Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, NG1 5AFSaturday 19th September | 2pmhttps://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/on-your-bike-baffo/ This joyful family show combines clowning, slapstick, live music and audience play in an interactive […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/on-your-bike-baffo-coming-to-nottingham-as-part-of-uk-tour/feed/ 0 Christopher Henderson Transforms Industrial Metal into Contemporary Works of Art That Redefine Modern Spaces https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces-2 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces-2/#respond Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:46:59 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces-2/ Hull-based sculptor blends more than 25 years of engineering expertise with fine art to create bespoke metal sculptures collected around the world. In an age where craftsmanship and individuality are increasingly sought after, UK contemporary metal artist Christopher Henderson is proving that industrial materials can become striking works of fine art. Working from his dedicated […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces-2/feed/ 0 Spellemann Winner Sidiki Camara Announces New Album Ankaben, A Powerful Celebration of Humanity and Cross-Cultural Music https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/spellemann-winner-sidiki-camara-announces-new-album-ankaben-a-powerful-celebration-of-humanity-and-cross-cultural-music/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=spellemann-winner-sidiki-camara-announces-new-album-ankaben-a-powerful-celebration-of-humanity-and-cross-cultural-music https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/spellemann-winner-sidiki-camara-announces-new-album-ankaben-a-powerful-celebration-of-humanity-and-cross-cultural-music/#respond Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:06:48 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/?p=151548 Artist: Sidiki Camara  Lead Single: August 21, 2026 Album Release: September 4, 2026Album Launch Concert: October 18, 2026 — Cosmopolite Scene, Oslo Malian-born, Oslo-based percussionist and cultural ambassador Sidiki Camara is set to release Ankaben, his most ambitious project to date, bringing together an extraordinary ensemble of Norwegian jazz, folk and contemporary musicians. The album, […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/spellemann-winner-sidiki-camara-announces-new-album-ankaben-a-powerful-celebration-of-humanity-and-cross-cultural-music/feed/ 0 LIVERPOOL BOOK FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH A CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/liverpool-book-festival-returns-with-a-christmas-special/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=liverpool-book-festival-returns-with-a-christmas-special https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/liverpool-book-festival-returns-with-a-christmas-special/#respond Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:01:44 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/liverpool-book-festival-returns-with-a-christmas-special/ Liverpool’s largest book festival, Liverpool Book Festival, is returning with a Christmas Special at BoxPark on Sunday 15th November! The literary extravaganza will again feature over 60 authors selling their books, artisan stalls, street food, live music and fascinating talks throughout the day in what will be a perfect opportunity to buy bookish Christmas presents! […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/liverpool-book-festival-returns-with-a-christmas-special/feed/ 0 Wizard Challenge Lets Families Make the Most of VAT Cut https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/wizard-challenge-lets-families-make-the-most-of-vat-cut/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wizard-challenge-lets-families-make-the-most-of-vat-cut https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/wizard-challenge-lets-families-make-the-most-of-vat-cut/#respond Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:50:13 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/wizard-challenge-lets-families-make-the-most-of-vat-cut/ Levens Hall and Gardens – a glorious Elizabethan house and gardens in the Southern Lake District, Cumbria – is creating additional fun this summer holidays, to help families benefit from the current VAT cut on admission and enjoy an added bonus of wizarding wonderment.   The magical gardens have a true Alice in Wonderland-like quality within one […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/wizard-challenge-lets-families-make-the-most-of-vat-cut/feed/ 0 Christopher Henderson Transforms Industrial Metal into Contemporary Works of Art That Redefine Modern Spaces https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:01:30 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces/ Hull-based sculptor blends more than 25 years of engineering expertise with fine art to create bespoke metal sculptures collected around the world. In an age where craftsmanship and individuality are increasingly sought after, UK contemporary metal artist Christopher Henderson is proving that industrial materials can become striking works of fine art. Working from his dedicated […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/christopher-henderson-transforms-industrial-metal-into-contemporary-works-of-art-that-redefine-modern-spaces/feed/ 0 American Songwriter Thom Bishop Finds A New Creative Home In Ireland With New Album Train Leaving Dallas https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-new-album-train-leaving-dallas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-new-album-train-leaving-dallas https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-new-album-train-leaving-dallas/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:01:30 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-new-album-train-leaving-dallas/ Artist: Thom BishopLead Single: Here Comes The Night Album: Train Leaving Dallas Release Date: July 31st 2026 Acclaimed American songwriter, novelist and educator Thom Bishop opens an exciting new chapter in his remarkable career with the release of Train Leaving Dallas, a twelve-track album that blends six original songs with six carefully reimagined classics. Produced […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/american-songwriter-thom-bishop-finds-a-new-creative-home-in-ireland-with-new-album-train-leaving-dallas/feed/ 0 Yorkshire Songwriter Paul Stone Builds a Musical Legacy from Beneath His Family Home https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/yorkshire-songwriter-paul-stone-builds-a-musical-legacy-from-beneath-his-family-home/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yorkshire-songwriter-paul-stone-builds-a-musical-legacy-from-beneath-his-family-home https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/yorkshire-songwriter-paul-stone-builds-a-musical-legacy-from-beneath-his-family-home/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:01:30 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/yorkshire-songwriter-paul-stone-builds-a-musical-legacy-from-beneath-his-family-home/ Artist: Paul Stone & The Basement CollectiveSingle: Brother Paul Stone & The Basement Collective prove that authentic music isn’t built overnight—it’s built over a lifetime. In an industry often obsessed with overnight success, Paul Stone & The Basement Collective offer something refreshingly different: six exceptional musicians creating honest, emotionally driven music rooted in friendship, craftsmanship […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/yorkshire-songwriter-paul-stone-builds-a-musical-legacy-from-beneath-his-family-home/feed/ 0 Who Educates Parents? Challenges Traditional Parenting Advice with a Refreshingly Honest Family Perspective https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/who-educates-parents-challenges-traditional-parenting-advice-with-a-refreshingly-honest-family-perspective/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=who-educates-parents-challenges-traditional-parenting-advice-with-a-refreshingly-honest-family-perspective https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/who-educates-parents-challenges-traditional-parenting-advice-with-a-refreshingly-honest-family-perspective/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:01:30 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/who-educates-parents-challenges-traditional-parenting-advice-with-a-refreshingly-honest-family-perspective/ Author: Dr. Žilvinas Svigaris Book: Who Educates Parents  Publisher: Shea Publishing  Available Now  A unique new book written not only by parents—but with their children—offers a powerful conversation about raising families in today’s rapidly changing world.  Parenting books often promise expert advice and step-by-step solutions, but Who Educates Parents? takes a strikingly different approach. Written by […]

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]]> https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/who-educates-parents-challenges-traditional-parenting-advice-with-a-refreshingly-honest-family-perspective/feed/ 0 CBSO IN THE CITY RETURNS, TAKING THE ORCHESTRA OUT OF THE CONCERT HALL AND INTO BIRMINGHAM’S TRAMS, SHOPPING CENTRES, STATION AND PUBLIC SPACES https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/cbso-in-the-city-returns-taking-the-orchestra-out-of-the-concert-hall-and-into-birminghams-trams-shopping-centres-station-and-public-spaces/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cbso-in-the-city-returns-taking-the-orchestra-out-of-the-concert-hall-and-into-birminghams-trams-shopping-centres-station-and-public-spaces https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/cbso-in-the-city-returns-taking-the-orchestra-out-of-the-concert-hall-and-into-birminghams-trams-shopping-centres-station-and-public-spaces/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:56:27 +0000 https://eastmidconnected.co.uk/cbso-in-the-city-returns-taking-the-orchestra-out-of-the-concert-hall-and-into-birminghams-trams-shopping-centres-station-and-public-spaces/ -Free performances for thousands of residents and Symphony Hall tickets for just £1-   From Thursday 27 to Monday 31 August, CBSO in the City returns for its third year, with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra’s (CBSO) musicians performing for free to tens of thousands of residents across Birmingham.   The CBSO will fill the city […]

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