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The Vibe – your guide to what’s going on in Gedling borough (3 May – 9 May)

It’s time to look forward to the highlights over the next week. From musical theatre to movies, art and culture to quizzes, we’ve got you covered. Got an event you want featured here? Email us - thevibe@gedlingeye.co.uk.

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Here’s our latest round-up of events taking place from Friday, May 3 to Thursday, May 9 across the borough.

Friday, May 3


Friday Quiz Night – Burnt Stump Inn, 8.00pm

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Civil War (15) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

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Fri 3 – Wed 8 May, Various Times £6.80pp £5.00pp on Tuesday

An adrenaline-fueled thrill ride through a near-future fractured America. A team of military-embedded journalists races against time to reach Washington, D.C., before rebel factions descend upon the White House.

“Thrills at every turn” Telegraph ★★★★★

Empire ★★★★ Express ★★★★

Directed by Alex Garland
With Kirsten Dunst, Cailee Spaeny, Wagner Moura
1hr 49 mins // US 2024

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A Butler Did It – Burton Joyce Village Hall


Lex Icon – The Nags Head, Carlton

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VYBZ – Top Spot, Carlton

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Back to Black (15) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Fri 3 – Wed 8 May, Various Times £6.80pp £5.00pp on Tuesday

A celebration of the most iconic – and much missed – homegrown star of the 21st century, Back to Black tells the extraordinary tale of Amy Winehouse. Painting a vivid, vibrant picture of the Camden streets she called home and capturing the struggles of global fame, Back to Black honours Amy’s artistry, wit, and honesty, as well as trying to understand her demons. An unflinching look at the modern celebrity machine and a powerful tribute to a once-in-a-generation talent.

“Amy Winehouse biopic buoyed by extraordinary lead performance” Guardian ★★★★

Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson
With Marisa Abela, Jack O’Connell
2hrs // UK/US 2024

*Also screening – Saturday 4 May from 7pm, featuring Amy Winehouse tribute act Laura Jane Butler

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Marisa Abela stars as Amy Winehouse in director Sam Taylor-Johnson’s BACK TO BLACK

Deano – Waggon and Horses, Arnold


Vindication Swim (PG) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Fri 3 – Tue 7 May, Various Times £6.80pp £5.00pp on Tuesday

The inspirational true story of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel.
Vindication Swim depicts Mercedes’ upstream struggle in overcoming both the cold waters of the English Channel and the oppressive society of 1920s England. However, after a rival comes forward claiming to have accomplished the same feat, Mercedes is forced into battle to retain her record and her legacy.

Directed by Elliott Hasler
With Kirsten Callaghan
1hr 38 mins // UK 2024

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Saturday, May 4


Revival – Bonington Club, Arnold

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The SKAs – The Gedling Inn, Gedling

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EVENT CINEMA: An American in Paris (PG) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Sat 4 May, 1:30pm £12.50pp

This breathtakingly beautiful Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, inspired by the Oscar winning MGM film, tells the impassioned story of discovering love in the ‘City of Light’.

Jerry Mulligan is an American GI striving to make it as a painter in a city suddenly bursting with hope and
possibility. Following a chance encounter with a beautiful young dancer named Lise, the streets of Paris become the backdrop to a sensuous, modern romance of art, friendship and love in the aftermath of war.

Featuring the gorgeous music and lyrics of George and Ira Gershwin (including the classic hits, Wonderful and I Got Rhythm), stunning designs, and show-stopping choreography, this incredible production received a record-setting 28 five-star reviews from the critics.

2hrs 30 mins including an interval

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Newstead Soul Club – Newstead Centre, Newstead

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Paul Michaels – Arnold Liberal Club

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Lisa D’Maio – Calverton Working Men Club


Ken and Barbies Big Night Out- Top Spot, Carlton

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Hannah Marshall – The Beacon Hill, Carlton

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Ashby Clarke – The Elwes Arms, Carlton


A Tribute to Amy + Screening: Back to Black (15) – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Sat 4 May, 7pm £15.00pp

Come and celebrate the long awaited release of Back to Black , a celebration of the most iconic – and much missed – homegrown star of the 21st century, Back to Black tells the extraordinary tale of Amy Winehouse with a pre-screening tribute show from renowned tribute artist, Laura Jane Butler. 

The life, her music, the icon. One of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, Amy Winehouse. This authentic and respectful tribute is the only show worldwide to be endorsed by both of Amy‘s parents, Janis & Mitch Winehouse.

Taking songs from the multi-platinum selling albums Frank, Back To Black and Lioness: Hidden Treasures, Laura Jane Butler, recreates the distinctive sound and heartfelt performances of the jazz and soul powerhouse.

Bringing you all the hits you know and love including Valerie, Tears Dry On Their Own, Rehab, Love Is A Losing Game, You Know I’m No Good and of course Back to Black.

Laura recreates Amy‘s most memorable live performances including the jazz standard from Ella Fitzgerald ‘Someone To Watch Over Me’, Amy’s version of ‘Mister Magic’ from the legendary Grover Washington, Sam Cook’s ‘Cupid’ ‘Monkey Man’ by The Specials, all the smash hits including Rehab & Valerie

Praised worldwide by many of her loyal fans, this show truly is a celebration of the musical legacy left by the late, great superstar, Amy Winehouse.

‘Laura is the No1 tribute to Amy in the world’– Mitch Winehouse

‘The best tribute to my Amy’ – Janis Winehouse, who mentions Laura in her book “Loving Amy”

*Please note, following the show, there will be a screening of Back to Black.

*Also screening, Fri 3, Mon 6, Tue 7 + Wed 8 May

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Bank Holiday Event – The Major Oak, Arnold


Sunday, May 5


Sunday Sessions: Alice Lynn – The Pit, Newstead

These gigs will be free as always but this year we will be passing a bucket around so please remember to bring a couple of quid in cash for the artists.

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Classic & Vintage Vehicles Steam Event – Papplewick Pumping Station

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EVENT CINEMA – ROH Live: Carmen – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Sun 5 May, 2.00pm £15.00pp

Damiano Michieletto’s sizzling new production evokes all the passion and heat of Bizet’s score, which features Carmen’s sultry Habanera and the rousing Toreador song. Antonello Manacorda conducts an exciting international cast, with Aigul Akhmetshina performing the title role.

OPERA
Music – Georges Bizet
Conductor – Antonello Manacorda

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Trophy for Peace – Carlton Town Football Club, Gedling

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Myles Knight – Burnt Stump Inn, Arnold


Presidents Day – Paviors Rugby Club, Burnt Stump, Arnold

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Jon Dean – Top Spot, Carlton

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Sunday Quiz Night – Larch Farm, Ravenshead, 9.00pm

Wednesday & Sunday evenings

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Monday, May 6


Bank Holiday Kids Fun Day – Gedling Inn, Gedling

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Alice in Wonderland – Bestwood Lodge


Monday Quiz Night – The Arrow, Arnold, 7.30pm

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Family Fun Day – Vale Club, Colwick

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Pub League Poker – The Brick Yard, Carlton

Free pint to the winner of the night for season 2, along with the cash pot from player buy ins (£5 a head) and 100 points on the leaderboard.

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Monday Quiz Night – The Bread & Bitter, Mapperley

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Nottingham Organ Society… Jon Smith – Bonington Theatre, Arnold

Mon 6 May, 7:30pm £8.00pp

Jon Smith has been a professional musician for over 40 years and giving public performances since he was 11 years old. He was involved with the development of the first Digital Organ in Germany with HOHNER.

Jon is truly an international performer, having entertained thousands of people all over the world, from Shanklin to Toronto, Scarborough to Barbados, U.S.A., Canada, Europe, aboard cruise ships in the Caribbean. He has also worked along with international stars in top cabaret venues and played extensively in the U.K. delighting audiences in Summer Shows on the East Coast and the Isle of Wight.

He has proved to be much in demand playing for Strict Tempo Dancing. His unique style combined with his vocal talents are a rare combination adding a new dimension to both dances and concerts.

Presented by The Nottingham Organ Society

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Monday Quiz Night – Four Bells, Woodborough, 7.30pm

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Tuesday, May 7


Pub Quiz – The Brickyard, Carlton

Booking advised due to popularity of event.

£2 buy in per person, £25 bar tab to be won and a rolling higher or lower jackpot

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Bike Night – The Gleaners, Calverton

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Wednesday, May 8


Wednesday Quiz Night – The Nags Head, Carlton, 8.30pm

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EVENT CINEMA: National Theatre Live: Nye (15) – Extra Screenings Added! – Bonington Cinema, Arnold

Wed 8 – Wed 15 May, Various Time £12.50pp

Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state and created the NHS.
Confronted with death, Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan’s deepest memories lead him on a mind-bending journey back through his life; from childhood to mining underground, Parliament and fights with Churchill.

Written by Tim Price and directed by Rufus Norris (Small Island), this epic new Welsh fantasia comes to our big screen.

The i ★★★★★ Times ★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★

Nye
a new play by Tim Price
directed by Rufus Norris

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Wednesday Quiz Night – Robin Hood & Little John, Arnold, 8.30pm

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Thursday, May 9


Boogie Night Thursdays – The Longbow, Arnold, 6.00pm – 9.30pm

Creating a safe and fun environment for adults with learning difficulties to socialise and dance the night away.

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Thursday Quiz Night – The Gleaners, Calverton, 8.30pm


Ready or Not – Top Spot, Carlton

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Quiz Night – Sashas Bar, Arnold

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Thursday Quiz Night – The Vale Hotel, Woodthorpe, 8.00pm

Weekly quiz night in support of local food bank.

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Thursday Quiz Night – Copper Mapperley, 7.00pm


Thursday Quiz Night – Gedling Inn, Gedling, 8.00pm

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