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Image shows Holly Hendrys' installation 'Slacker' a giant printing press with a synthetic rubber printing ribbon ressembling an amalgamation of human organs, food, etc.

Tue 15 Jul 2025

Meet the Artist: Holly Hendry

Dominating the entrance to the Material Worlds’ exhibition is Holly Hendry’s colossal installation ‘Slacker.’ Combining an industrial printing press with an anatomical tapestry, Hendry has us confront what is usually hidden. Discover more about the artist behind the work.

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A person dances in a spotlight

Wed 18 Jun 2025

Young Critics Collective: Penguin by Hamzeh Al Hussien

Young Critic Cerys offers an insightful review of Penguin by Hamzeh Al Hussien, a performance centred on community and identity.

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Thu 12 Jun 2025

Things to do and see this summer at Lakeside Arts, Nottingham

Nestled within the University of Nottingham’s picturesque University Park campus, Lakeside Arts offers an eclectic mix of exhibitions, performances, and workshops for all ages. Here's your guide to the must-see and do events this summer.

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Mon 12 May 2025

Young Critics Collective: SAND

Our talented group of Young Critics have recently reviewed the Kook Ensemble's production of SAND. A charming and moving circus theatre production, our Young critics give their opinions on this performance.

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Tue 15 Apr 2025

In conversation with Northern Rascals’ Anna Holmes about Sunny Side

In advance of their performance of Sunny Side in May 2025, we had a chat with choreographer and director Anna Holmes, Northern Rascals' Co-Artistic Director. Read on to find out more about the creation of this show.

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Replica of an Iron Age Chariot made by Robert Hurford

Fri 11 Apr 2025

Replica Iron Age chariot goes on display

A full-sized replica chariot from the Iron Age has gone on display at the University of Nottingham Museum, here at Lakeside Arts.

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A photo of an exhibition with yellow and pink walls, with Song Dynasty by Rae-Yen Song in the foreground

Thu 10 Apr 2025

Celebrating Material Worlds: Championing Creativity Through Design

Leonard Design is proud to support Material Worlds, a bold exhibition coming to Lakeside Arts.

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Mon 3 Mar 2025

Young Critics Collective: The Animator

Our talented group of Young Critics have recently reviewed the Akimbo Theatre Company production of The Animator. Stepping into the captivating world of Lotte Reiniger, the visionary who created the very first feature-length animation film, our seven Young critics give their opinions on this dynamic performance.

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Material Worlds

A free exhibition exploring Contemporary Art and Textiles

Saturday 17 May – Sunday 31 August

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internal photo of a luminarium with visitors walking through it and enjoying it sitting on the floor

Wed 26 Feb 2025

Luminarium: Myriad by Architects of Air premieres at Lakeside Arts

We are proud to host the world premiere of Architects of Air's 32nd Luminarium, Myriad, for the school half term in May 2025. Nottingham families can enjoy this brand-new luminarium in Highfields Park, next to Lakeside Arts' DH Lawrence Pavilion.

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Artist Conrad Shawcross sits in the light pattern given off by his latest art installation

Fri 14 Feb 2025

Meet The Artist: Conrad Shawcross

Royal Academician Conrad Shawcross has created two newly commissioned works for Lakeside Arts' Cosmic Titans: Art, Science and the Quantum Universe exhibition. Find out more about the renowned British artist.

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Wed 12 Feb 2025

Meet the Artists: Matthew Woodham and Studio Above&Below

Art and science collide in a fascinating exhibition which explores the quantum universe. Meet the artists involved in this thought-provoking project.

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A sculptural installation, created by wool and copper crosses a white gallery space.

Wed 12 Feb 2025

Meet the Artists: daniela brill estrada, Monica C. LoCascio and Alistair McClymont

Art and science collide in a fascinating exhibition which explores the quantum universe. Meet the artists involved in this thought-provoking project.

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Rosy Carrick in a pink leotard

Wed 12 Feb 2025

Young Critics Collective: Rosy Carrick Musclebound

Our Young Critics have recently reviewed Rosy Carrick's Musclebound; One woman’s quest for freedom, pleasure and real sexual power. Their feedback was received on Wednesday 12th of Feb 2025.

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A selection of bright primary coloured pots sit on a mirrored surface

Wed 22 Jan 2025

Lustre 2025: Applications now open

Join the top makers, designers and craft artists for Lustre 2025.

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a woman sings on stage with the orchestra visible in the background

Tue 7 Jan 2025

Universities for Nottingham & BBC Concert Orchestra at the Royal Concert Hall

Rarely do amateur singers have the opportunity to perform with a professional orchestra. For members of the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University Choirs, joining the BBC Concert Orchestra to perform Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana at the Royal Concert Hall on 4 December was particularly exhilarating and, for many, a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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two schoolchildren looking at drawings of cats create by their classmates

Fri 20 Dec 2024

Local schoolchildren create heart-warming Christmas display

To celebrate The Storm Whale, this year’s family Christmas show, we invited Year 3 pupils from Djanogly Strelley Academy to create a special display for families to enjoy across the festive period.

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