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Joining Rob, Jamie and Oliver are staff and students from the University of Nottingham to discuss the proposed structural changes, recent "Risk of Redundancy" notices, and marking strikes.
URN's Broadcast of SASS's (Students Against Sexual Assault and Sexism) Light Up the Night Vigil. February 2026.
On the 20th November, UONSU hosted a Transgender Rememberance Vigil. This is URN's Broadcast of it. Content warning included.
The final episode of #SpotlightOn is upon us, but we're going out with a bang as there is simply no better show than the smash-hit Everybody's Talking About Jamie to bring this podcast to a close. Find out more about the current UK tour in this #SpotlightOn review and get your tickets ASAP before the show sells out completely!
JamieTour is at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 30th September. Get one of the few remaining tickets here: trch.co.uk/everybodys-talking-about-jamie
Reinvented and rebranded from 2017's The Band, Greatest Daysis sure to win over Take That fans as it cycles through their best-known hits with an emotional story to boot. But has it kept that magical shine of the first version? Find out in this #SpotlightOn review!
Catch Greatest Days at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 9th September. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/greatest-days-2023
Photo credit: Alastair Muir
If there was ever a show you simply have to see live at least once in your life, Richard O'Brien's Rocky Horror is that show! With a talented cast and electric atmosphere, this musical is not to be missed. Find out more in this #SpotlightOn review!
Catch Rocky Horrorat Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall until Saturday 26th August. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/the-rocky-horror-show-23
Use the discount code ROCKY15OFFER for £15 tickets on Tuesday-Thursday performances only.
Feel like dressing up for the event? Take part in the theatre's best-dressed competition to win a £100 TRCH voucher on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!
Erin and Abbie take a deep dive into Taylor Swift, literature and what its like being the oldest sibling
Erin talks to Mark about his journey into radio, what it is like doing a computer science degree and their seasonal iconic outfits
Erin talk to Aleksa about all things One Direction, growing up Latvian in the UK and why she owns pink, sparkly high heels
Erin is joined by her EcoFrenzy co-host Georgia to discuss her year abroad, her favourite EcoFrenzy memories and most importantly Drag Race.
With special guest Gabby
Erin chats to Jenny about her experiences living abroad, their favourite scars and unsurprisingly... Musicals!
With a record-breaking run since it first premiered in 1989, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story is a whirlwind experience full of rock & roll's greatest hits! Get ready to sing, dance and clap along as the show traces Buddy Holly's rise to fame in the late 1950s. Find out why you should go and see it for yourself in this #SpotlightOn review!
Catch Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 29th July. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/buddy-the-buddy-holly-story
Photo credit: Rebecca Need-Menear
Episode 2 in the Alumni series sees Erin talking to previous Head of Daytime Anna. Anna now works in TV and talks about how she got into TV, and who the best and worst guests have been.
Erin talks to Avi Sharma, a former URN member who has more recently graced the nations tv screens as a candidate on the Apprentice on BBC.
Listen to hear Avi's perspective on life, why he wishes he hadn't gone to uni and the experience of being on the Apprentice.
Following the News at 5, Cora and Conor discuss new research by the Higher Education Policy Institute (Hepi) which found that 55% of students are now doing paid work, compared with a total of 45% of them 12 months ago.
Based on Baz Luhrmann’s iconic film, Strictly Ballroom: The Musical is unabashed, bombastic fun from beginning to end. And with a tremendous cast led by Strictly Come Dancing favourite Kevin Clifton and Coronation Street star Faye Brookes, what's not to love? Find out more in this #SpotlightOn review!
Catch Strictly Ballroom: The Musical at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 24th June. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/strictly-ballroom
Photo credit: Ellie Kurtt
Full to the brim with nostalgia and charm, Nikolai Foster's production of Anniehas plenty to love! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn review to find out why you're guaranteed to end up with a smile on your face when you watch this show.
Catch Annieat Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall until Saturday 17th June. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/annie-2023
Photo credit: Paul Coltas; Craig Revel-Horwood (Miss Hannigan), Billie-Kay (Lily) and Paul French (Rooster).
Join Mark, Rebecca, Will and Thomas as they discuss a University of Nottingham student and his dissertation on Bruce Springsteen, and Bruce Springsteen's response.
Based on the best-selling book by Neil Gaiman, The Ocean at the End of the Lane is a thrilling tour de force of theatrical ingenuity and storytelling. With countless five-star reviews already, do not miss this stunning show at Nottingham's Theatre Royal! Take a listen to Showtime's #SpotlightOn review to find out more.
Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk//ocean-at-the-end-of-the-lane
Photo credit: Brinkhoff-Moegenburg
In this Pulse highlight, Mark, Felix, Rebecca and Will discuss the ban of vaping in Australia and whether a similar law should exist in the UK
Following the News at 5, Cora, Conor, and Daniel discuss British Cycling's plans to ban transwomen from the women's category in competitions.
Join Mark, Rebecca, Will and Felix as they discuss the launch of Ron DeSantis' Presidential candidacy on Twitter
Erin interviews Liv about her interest in Doctor Who, what it's like to be part of both daytime and speech programming and why everyone has a different nickname for her.
13 songs. 1 winner. You decide.
The votes are in and we can now announce which country has won Showtime's #URNivision2023 song contest. With jury interviews and a point-by-point countdown of the leader board (cue dramatic music), this results show will reveal the tough decisions that went into crowning this year's winner.
Take a listen to find out more!
In this segment of The Pulse, join Mark, Rebecca, Rachael and Will as they discuss the revelation that we are likely to reach the 1.5 degree climate increase threshold by 2027.
Erin talks to Ali Glen in this episode about favourite places on campus and his future as a 6music dad.
Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic The Musical is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of the passengers on board. With a Tony Award-winning score and book, this show brings a new poignancy to a story we all know. Find out more in this #SpotlightOn review now.
Titanic The Musicalis at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 20th May. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/titanic-the-musical
Find out more about the show and, in particular, its tremendous cast here: titanicthemusical.co.uk
Join Mark, Rebecca, Will and Felix as they discuss a possible new law to legally require drivers who hit cats to report it the same as currently exists with dogs.
The smash-hit musical Sister Act is in Nottingham this week and it is truly "fabulous, baby"! Hear more in this #SpotlightOn review and get your tickets booked to see it for yourself: trch.co.uk/sister-act
Sister Act will also return to Nottingham in September 2024 with tickets on sale now: trch.co.uk/sister-act-2024
Photo credit: Manuel Harlan
In this pulse special, Cora, Conor, Kit, Daniel, Mark and Ben discuss the upcoming local elections, discussing the results' impact on the current political climate of the UK and more locally, Nottingham.
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In this pulse highlight, listen to Mark, Will and Felix discuss the upcoming coronation of King Charles and potential protests it may see.
This week Erin sits down to talk to URN's Head of News Ben Mellor. Ben shares all aspects of his life from his lack of pop culture knowledge to shedding some light on a panic disorder he has recently overcome.
Olivia Hannant joins Erin to talk about what makes After Darkers so elusive, and the what kind of humour she enjoys in a tv show.
As 10th Episode special, Erin interviews Dom Allin! Listen to them talk about sports, Dom's love of broadcasting from a young age and how COVID impacted his university experiences.
This week Erin talks to Lydia and Sophie. The two of them make up the hosts of The Self-Care Sofa, a weekly podcast on URN dedicated to informing listeners about taking care of themselves, but making it fun and entertaining.
Listen to Conor, Daniel, Cora and Krishan talk about former President Trump's recent indictment over his relationship with Stormy Daniels.
Pride & Prejudice (sort of) is a unique retelling of Jane Austen's most iconic love story - and it's in Nottingham all this week! Find out why you should go and see the show in this #SpotlightOn review.
Book tickets for Pride & Prejudice (sort of) here: trch.co.uk/pride-prejudice-sort-of
And learn more about the show from Mr Darcy herself, Dannie Harris, in this #SpotlightOn interview: audioboom.com/posts/8262214
Photo credit: Mihaela Bodlovic
On today's Pulse, Scarlett, Ali, Rachael and Hannah were joined by special guests Mark and Ben to discuss the TikTok CEO giving evidence to the US House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Join Mark, Rebecca, Scarlett, Felix, and Will in this mega Pulse episode discussing University of Manchester and the forcible removal of student protesters from occupation as well as Boris Johnson facing the Privileges Committee
Erin chats to Emily to find out who URN's Deputy Station Editor is when she's not presenting her weekly daytime show on URN!
Scarlett, Izzy, Rachael and Hannah discussed Paris Hilton on the picket line for the BBC NUJ strike.
In this segment of The Pulse, join Mark, Rebecca, Scarlett, Felix and Will as they discuss the move to legalise graffiti alongside the A52 in Nottingham.
This week Erin interviews Gabby Brown who just so happens to be her EcoFrenzy co-host and close friend. Gabby highlights how she benefited from her gap year, how much she loves her degree and the dos and don’ts of Reading festival.
Direct from its award-winning run in the West End, Isobel McArthur's Pride and Prejudice (sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. It'll be in Nottingham at the end of March, so find out what to expect from the show from cast member Dannie Harris in this #SpotlightOn interview!
Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/pride-prejudice-sort-of
Listen to Cora, Conor, and Kit discuss their views about a surgery robot that has treated 270 patients in Lincoln in its first year of use.
This week on the Pulse Izzy, Scarlett, Ali and Rachael were joined by Charley Currey, host of 'Global Tunes' for the University of Durham's Purple Radio, to talk about the UK's 2023 Eurovision entry - Mae Muller.
Join Mark, Rebecca, Felix and Scarlett as they interview Women's Officer Noa Holt about International Women's Day (8th March 2023)
Erin interviews URN's Head of Online Content Toby Reynolds, and as expected the chat turns quickly to economics and cricket.
This week the Ecofrenzy girls discuss climate change targets - what are they, what do we think of them, and what should we be aiming for? Erin shares recent revelations about the declining future of the planet due to climate change, Gabby shares her despair at said revelations, and Georgia shares the latest updates on the Willow Project - a $6 billion proposal sent to the US government from an oil company to drill for fossil fuels in Alaska. ~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on 4th March 2023.
In today's highlight from the Pulse, Scarlett, Hannah, Conor and Rachael discussed the deselection of the Broxtowe Labour candidate for the next general election.
The podcast this week is a deep dive into how sustainable IKEA is! Erin, Gabby and Georgia investigate what IKEA's sustainability goals and targets are, how they are implementing them and how they stand up against competitors. ~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on 25th February 2023.
Erin, Gabby and Georgia are talking all things cheese and wine, even LIVE taste testing vegan cheese! They also discuss electric cars and play a game of real or not with recent environmental headlines. ~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 18th Feb 2023.
Erin, Gabby and Georgia are back from their winter break and sharing how they felt environmentally over the holidays. Topic two is all about air pollution headlines reaching the news in the week, and the episode is rounded up with a special look into influential environmental LGBTQ+ figures from the past, to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month . ~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 4th February 2023.
Join Mark, Rebecca, Felix and Thomas as they discuss the Coventry swimming pool increasing the amount of all-women swimming sessions in an attempt to encourage more uptake of the sport.
Join Erin to learn more about Izzy and Rachael in a special two person interview for episode 5! The three girls bond over their musical pasts and current love of radio.
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In today's highlight of the Pulse, Callum, Jack, Laura and Jake discuss the newly announced Windsor Agreement in Northern Ireland and its implications for Stormont and the union.
When Julia met Jorlo...
Jacob, Flo and Orla have their first interview with up-and-coming indie-pop star Julia Kahn, all the way from Nashville in the US! Listen in to find out about Julia's musical inspirations, song writing process as well as British cuisine and slang that she's picked up from her time here in the UK. Oh, and they were even treated to an intimate acoustic performance of her songs 'Life Lessons in a Parking Lot' and 'Love Me instead'
Join Ciaran and Dom as well as a couple of guests for a review of Forest over the past few weeks!
Jake joins us to preview the League Cup final and answer where it went wrong for Forest in the Semi Final!
We start the show with a tribute to John Motson as we send our thoughts to his family. He inspired many and entertained more, he is sorely missed.
Disclaimer: This episode contains discussion of war and violence.
In this episode of The Pulse, Cora, Connor, Kit, and Daniel reflect about the consequences of Russia invading Ukraine a year ago and the ongoing conflict between the two countries.
In this highlight of the Pulse, Ben, Scarlett, Ali, Hannah, and Rachael discuss Labour's announcement of 5 key pledges for a prospective future government.
This week Erin talks to the Head of Daytime Izzy Hunter about her journey with TikTok, her passion for talking into microphones and they bond over boyfriends stealing Oodies.
In this highlight of the Pulse, Lottie, Sophie, Liv, Cora, Will, and Toby discuss the upcoming Scottish First Minister elections.
In this highlight of the Pulse, Callum, Jake, and Laura discuss the breakthrough in UCU Strikes, with them now being paused while reviewing a recent pay offer.
In this highlight from The Pulse, Ben, Scarlett, Ali, Rachael, and Hannah discuss the ongoing case with Enoch Burke in Ireland; a teacher sacked for refusing to use they/them pronouns (alongside other issues).
Erin's guest this week is head of station at URN Jack Knapton! Erin got to learn a lot of secrets, including Jack's signature scent, how he got into radio and how the Student Radio Awards went earlier this academic year!
In this segment of The Pulse, Mark, Rebecca, Ben and Ali discuss the surprise resignation of SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon
The Sound of Music meets Scary Movie in this jam-packed, riotous, 'nun-believable' show. Fresh from a sold-out West End run, Death Dropis bringing comedy, horror and high camp to Nottingham. Find out more in this #SpotlightOn review!
Death Drop: Back in the Habit is at Nottingham’s Theatre Royal until Saturday 18th February. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/death-drop-back-in-the-habit
Photo credit: Matt Crockett.
Thomas, Sophie & Will discuss the Valentines Day banksy that is partially removed by the council due to safety concerns.
Disclaimer: This episode contains discussion of sexual abuse, violence, and harassment as well as sexism and online harassment.
In this episode of The Pulse, Cora, Connor, Jake, Daniel, and Kit discuss the current allegations of sexual abuse against Met Police Officers, including the sentencing of David Carrick.
Scarlett and Hannah headed down to the picket line at QMC to interview nurses about why they're going on strike.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Ben, Rachael, Jake, and Scarlett discuss the ongoing selection process for contenders in the upcoming Eurovision.
In this Pulse episode Mark, Rebecca, Felix and Will discuss Joe Biden's annual State of the Union address and his attempt to unify the Republican majority Congress
Erin's guest this week is Lottie who dabbles in almost all URN sections! Lottie discusses her travels during first year, how she got into radio and claims scarves or her North Face puffer jacket are her most iconic pieces of clothing.
In today's highlight, Callum, Laura, and Jake discuss Rishi Sunak's decision to consider leaving ECHR
On today's Pulse, Ben, Scarlett, Ali, Rachael and Hannah discuss the UK's lowest ever score on the global corruption index.
In this highlight from The Pulse, Mark, Rebecca, Felix and Will discuss Innes Fitzgerald - an athlete refusing to attend the World Cross Country Championships on the basis of climate change.
Based on the true story of the chart-topping 'buoy' band, Fisherman's Friendsis a feel-good musical full to the brim with sea shanties, camaraderie, and a whole lot of heart. Find out more in this #SpotlightOn review!
Get tickets, check the list of upcoming venues, and discover more about the show here: fishermanonstage.com/tour-dates
Plus, hear one of the original songs in the show here: youtube.com/VillageByTheSea
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Thomas, Will, Lottie, Olivia and Sophie discuss the tensions in South Sudan around LGBT rights and religion.
Erin's guest this week is Margot from URN's daytime show Margot Mondays. Margot tells us about her favourite nights out, parts of her degree she likes most and her specialist subject of cbeebies!
In this highlight from the first Pulse of 2023, Jack, Callum, Laura, and Jake discuss the further UCU strike action announced for the second semester of term.
The wonderful folk from UoN's student musical theatre society, Musicality, are back with a brand new show: Legally Blonde! Find out more about this fun, fabulous, feel-good musical in this #SpotlightOn interview with the cast and crew themselves.
You can catch Musicality's production of Legally Blondeat the Nottingham Arts Theatre from Thursday 9th to Saturday 11th February. Tickets start at £12 and are available here: nottingham-theatre.co.uk/LegallyBlonde
You can always expect great things from a New Adventures production and Sleeping Beauty does not disappoint! Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Sleeping Beauty reinvents Tchaikovsky's classic ballet with Matthew Bourne's trademark wit and flair, mixing the traditional with... vampires. Find out more in this #SpotlightOn review!
Get one of the few remaining tickets to see Sleeping Beauty in Nottingham: trch.co.uk/mb-sleeping-beauty
And check the other upcoming venues and dates here: new-adventures.net/sleeping-beauty
All the play off chat with a special guest from the Student Union rocking a Blake Bortles colour jersey!
Join Dom and Ciaran as ever on your favourite local football podcast! Leicester City fan Ali Glenn faces the music and talks about whats going wrong for the Foxes! So much to listen to!
For the first time since 2017 the Miami Dolphins are in the play offs! The boys breakdown all the play off games and a look at where it went wrong for Jake's New York Jets
EcoFrenzy has had an amazing 2022 so the girls, Erin, Gabby and Georgia take a look at the positive environmental news stories from this year.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 10th December 2022
This week Gabby and Erin take a look at fast fashion and how dead-stock clothing can be extremely wasteful, but highlight the many easy ways to shop more sustainably. Topic two is the Earthshot prize 2022 which gave light to many exciting new solutions, including pizza boxes made of seaweed.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 3rd November 2022
*Disclaimer the giveaway mentioned is now closed
In this report by the URN News Team, we discuss the strike action taken by the RMT Union over December, and interview the picket line at Nottingham station about the impact this is having on students.
There is so much stagey content available for free on your television this Christmas. From West End performances at the Royal Variety Show to filmed versions of hit plays and even a bonus Matthew Bourne ballet, you won't want to miss any of these shows! Find out what to watch in the last #SpotlightOn of 2022!
For more information about when to catch some of these broadcasts, head to: whatsonstage.com/sky-arts-and-bbc-stage-shows
It's back again! The MEGA PULSE returns again to conclude a fun-ending to the year. Hosted by Scarlett and Ben, joined by Cora, Jack, Laura, Hannah, Tom, Conor, Lottie, Liv, Rebecca, Rachael, and Gareth. With this many people in the studio, it makes for a chaotic evening!
In this special edition of The Pulse, we host the first MEGA PULSE! Hosted by Ben & Scarlett, joined by Cora, Kit, Jake, Mark, and Hayley; we have some good ol' fun with quizzes, contests, and more! Featuring a rather peculiar rendition of 'It's Raining Men'!
In this highlight of the Pulse, Ben, Will, Cora, and Gareth discuss the news that a football fan had purchased 18,000 'World Cup Winner' England T-shirts, in anticipation of an ill-fated home coming.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Mark, Daniel and Callum discuss the recent breakthrough in nuclear fusion energy.
Disclaimer that this podcast contains discussion of topics related to sexual harassment and sexual abuse
Join postgraduate UoN students as they discuss their experiences in the university setting, starting with the topic of gender equity and gender equality.
The nominations for the 23rd Annual WhatsOnStage Awards have been announced and now it's time to cast your votes across 24 different categories. Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn episode to find out more and then head to whatsonstage.com/nominations to choose your winners!
In this highlight of The Pulse, Jack, Cora, Ben, and Omay discuss the record levels of alcohol deaths reached during the COVID pandemic.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Cora, Gareth, Kit, Will, and Laura discuss the Schools Bill recently scrapped by the Education Secretary.
Mark, Thomas & Daniel discuss the leave of absence from Conservative peer Michelle Mone from the House of Lords.
Scarlett, Ali, Izzy and Rebecca discuss Starmer's commitment to reform the House of Lords
Keep up to date with current and former Nottingham Forest players at the Qatar World Cup!
Keep up to date with the only American Football podcast you need! Thanksgiving Review and Week 13 Preview!
In this episode of The Pulse, Conor, Tom, and Mark discuss Labour's recent by-election win.
In this special from The Pulse, Ben, Cora, and Scarlett discuss their time at the UoNSU Union Council Meeting, as well as the motions & results.
In this highlight from The Pulse, Ben, Cora, Laura, and Will discuss the extension of the Nottingham E-Scooter Trial until 2024.
In this component of the video-report into the UCU Strikes, URN speak to some students on campus about their views on the industrial action. Recorded 24/11/22
In this component of our video-report into the UCU Strikes, you can find the full interviews conducted with staff on the picket line. Recorded 24/11/22.
Unfortunately there could not be a Pulse today due to a URN Sport take-over! Don't fret however, as Ben in this clip takes you over the latest headlines of today.
In this highlight of the Pulse, Jack, Will, and Gareth discuss the UCU action on University Park campus.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Ben, Cora, Kit, Will, and Laura discuss the Supreme Court's rejection of allowing Scotland to hold an independence referendum without UK Government approval.
What better way to kick off the season and get in the festive spirit than with White Christmas?! This stage version of the classic film is in Nottingham until Saturday 26th November, with an all-star cast including Nottinghamshire's very own Jay McGuiness. Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn review to find out more!
Tickets are available from Nottingham's Theatre Royal here: trch.co.uk/white-christmas-22
Erin and Dom have sent out a poll to find out the station and its listeners favourite World Cup Kit this year! A panel of guests from throughout the station join the pair on their journey to see what is URN's favourite football shirt?
Some shocks and controversies in this very fun episode!!!
Who Will be top? Can England finish above Wales? And why does Dom love the Senegal shirt so much???
The podcast this week starts off with a fun quiz about what can and can't be recycled. King Charles has been making headlines recently with a new ban on foie gras at royal residences and the hosts take a deeper dive into his environmentally friendly past. Last but certainly not least, as COP27 draws to a close they examine how the conference has gone.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 19th November 2022
Scarlett, Ali, Izzy and Rebecca discuss the investigation into the allegations of bullying against Dominic Raab.
In this audio, listen to Mark and Izzy interview the organisers and some of the attendees of the Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil held at the Portland Building on campus.
This much-anticipated sequel is available to watch now on Disney+ but is it what we've all been waiting for? Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out what happens after happily ever after...
Unfortunately, URN is currently unable to broadcast due to technical difficulties. Fortunately, tonight's episode of Showtime was already pre-recorded as Ella had other commitments this evening. That means you can listen to it as planned anyway - hurrah!
Tune in to find out about all the latest theatre news including touring shows, West End transfers, movie musicals, a very exciting UK premiere and the start of the Christmas season... Plus join in the celebrations after this week's Student Radio Awards!
For more information or to join the conversation head to Facebook @URNShowtime or Twitter @ShowtimeURN 🎭
Music credits & copyright:
- 'Song For The Lonely' - The Cher Show (Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2019); Vamp Productions, LLC.
- 'Vacation' - Head Over Heels (Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2018); Brandywine Britt, LLC & Ladyhead, LLC.
- 'God That's Brilliant' - Operation Mincemeat (2018); Spitlip: soundcloud.com/spitliptheatre/god-thats-brilliant
- 'Make Me a Woman' - Mrs Doubtfire (Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2022); As Long as There is Love, LLC & Sh-K-Boom Records, LLC.
- 'I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman' - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2022); WEA International.
- 'Don't Rain On My Parade' - Funny Girl (New Broadway Cast Recording, 2022); Accidental Jacket Entertainment.
- 'When I Grow Up' - Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film, 2022); Netflix Music, LLC.
- 'Badder' - Disenchanted (Original Soundtrack, 2022); Walt Disney Records.
- 'The View From Here' - Spirited (Soundtrack from the Apple Original Film, 2022); Apple Video Programming, LLC.
- 'I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm' - Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2006); Sh-K-Boom Records, Inc.
- 'Defying Gravity' - Wicked (Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2004); Universal Music Classical.
Jake and Dom go for a slightly different show today! The US Men's Team have been disbanded and Roger Goddell, the NFL Commissioner, has asked the boys to make a full NFL Soccer Team for the World Cup! This Show will teach you about some position you might not have heard of in the NFL, what they do and some examples for you to look out for!
Check out URN_Touchdown to see the full team!
Georgia and Gabby take this episode to talk all things environmental activism. Starting with The Netherlands and their history of how as a country they became a cycling nation, and ending with the recent Just Stop Oil protests that have been taking up recent news front pages.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 12th November 2022
Every single nation at the World Cup. Covered. Discussed. Debated.
Not a single song break! Some of the best content URN Sport has produced this year is a really fun episode that takes you across the globe at breakneck speed!
In this highlight from The Pulse, Jack, Omay, Will, and Jake, discuss the upcoming kick-off of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with an emphasis on a Muslim-student's interpretation.
In this sit-down chat with Joe Paternoster; we discuss how Joe is settling into his role as Activities Officer, what initiatives are in the works, future plans to look out for, and much more!
In this highlight of The Pulse, Will, Kit, and Laura discuss the upcoming strike action planned by the UCU.
Thomas, Mark, Callum & Daniel discuss the rumoured rise in the living wage ahead of the Autumn Statement.
This incredible one-woman play broke box office records earlier this year. It's now going to be available to stream in your living room via National Theatre at Home, so find out why you absolutely should not miss Prima Facie in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Content warning: sexual assault (this is a prevalent theme in the play and while not spoken about directly in this podcast, the phrase is mentioned in relation to the main character)
To find out more about National Theatre at Home, head to: nationaltheatre.org.uk/ntathome
And to view Prima Facie for yourself, rent it here: ntathome.com/prima-facie
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Week 8 and 9 Review
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Week 10 Preview
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Home Uniform Tier List
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General Chat
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Scarlett, Ali, Izzy and Jake discuss the investigation into Gavin Williamson's threatening texts towards the ex chief whip.
40 years since the incredible Royal Concert Hall opened in Nottingham, the brilliant TRCH folk are celebrating in style! Find out more in this #SpotlightOn and check out the full list of anniversary events here: trch.co.uk/openday
For more information about all of TRCH's upcoming shows, head to: trch.co.uk/whats-on
This Halloween themed episode give you top tips on how to have a sustainable Halloween, the challenges the environment faces with cosmetics and their waste and finally how UK universities rank against their US counterparts on sustainability.
In this episode of The Pulse, Jack, Will, Omay, and Lottie discuss the announcement that Bounty Bars will be removed from Celebrations in a trial.
In this highlight of the Pulse, the panel discuss the local backlash to further plans to build student accomodation in Lenton.
In this sit-down interview with Daisy Forster, URN's Ben and Impact Magazine's Lottie discuss how Daisy is settling into her new role, as well as chat further about the Cost of Living crisis.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Ali, Izzy, and Ben discuss the BBC Investigation into the harassment of UK terror victims by conspiracy theorists.
In this special about Black History Month, URN's The Pulse hosts an interview with Roger Huddle, one of the founding members of Rock Against Racism.
The hit film-turned-stage-show Bugsy Malone is on its way to Nottingham! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn to find out more about why you should get tickets now.
Bugsy Malone is at Nottingham's Theatre Royal from 1st to 6th November. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/bugsy-malone-22
Find out more about the show, read reviews, and take a look at some extra production images/videos right here: bugsymalonethemusical.com
Dom is joined by URN Alumni Legends. Reece and Benji talk all things Arsenal ahead of Forest's fixture in North London this Sunday! A pleasure to have the lads on again!
In this sit-down chat with Ife, URN's Cora asks the UoNSU Liberation Officer about the Mandatory Consent Rally, and a wide range of other issues.
Jake and Dom put EVERY NFL franchise in a tier! Our first live show of the year and what a way to spend it!!!
In this highlight of The Pulse, Jack, Emily, Lottie, and Elena discuss the controversy surrounding Durham University students needing to queue overnight for accommodation.
This is the audio of a News social media post, showcasing a quick discussion with Daisy Forster about support available to help deal with the cost of living crisis.
In this double-story highlight of The Pulse, Ben, Cora, Will, Laura, and Gareth discuss:
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The Reclaim the Night Rally that occured in Nottingham on Saturday
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UoN Mandatory Consent Training Rally
This episode takes on three topics; Tories, Taylor and Treaties. First Gabby describes her experience with a Conservative party MP who came and spoke in one of her lectures and is pro fracking. Another Taylor Swift album release means she again gets a special mention, but we use this as an opportunity to check in on the progress of COP26. Lastly the girls look ahead to COP27 and what is being promised for early November.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 22nd October 2022
Thomas, Mark, Daniel & Callum discuss the arrest of LGBT citizens in Qatar ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
In this report, Ben and Cora attend the Mandatory Consent Training Rally to gather the views of those in attendance, as well as those who witnessed the demonstration as they marched.
On Monday's Pulse, Scarlett, Ali, Rebecca, Izzy and Izzy discuss Rishi Sunak as the new Prime Minister.
Dom and Ciaran travel all the way to Brighton on the third longest away day trip ever for the first Premier League Away day! They give their views on the wonderful city and talk about the less than thrilling Brighton Forest Fixture
This musical version of Victor Hugo's classic novel is full of passion, hope and redemption. Headlined with familiar songs from the beloved Disney animation, The Hunchback of Notre Dame is not to be missed! Find out more about the upcoming production from Nottingham Operatic Society in this week's #SpotlightOn.
Hunchbackwill be at Nottingham's Theatre Royal from Wednesday 26th to Saturday 29th October. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/the-hunchback-of-notre-dame
On Saturday night, Scarlett, Erin, Cora and Izzy interviewed participants in the rally, including the SU Community Officer and Nadia Whittome MP, as well as bystanders.
A slightly chaotic live show from Thursday but we hope you enjoy the podcast, previewing the big 80s clash between Nottingham Forest and Liverpool! Come on You Reds! (Reds being the first team to actually wear red... duh)
In Friday's edition of The Pulse listen to Conor, Felix and Tom talk about the rise of Italy's right wing government.
We make up for our bye week, with a round up of the NFL in weeks 5 & 6 and a big ramble about the J. E.T. S. JETS! JETS! JETS!
In this special edition of The Pulse, Jack, Cora, Will, Lottie, and Omay discuss the resignation of Liz Truss as Prime Minister.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Ben, Cora, Will, Lottie, and Laura discuss Nottingham City Council's cancelling of its Bonfire Night Event.
With an all-star cast, this is your chance to experience the critically acclaimed production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific. Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn review to find out why you should see it while it's in Nottingham!
For tickets, head to: trch.co.uk/south-pacific-2022
And learn more about the show in this interview with cast member Rob Houchen: audioboom.com/posts/8175550
Erin and Gabby are briefly joined by Joe to discuss important questions like "would you rather have a hairless cat or a giant African land snail?" before moving onto to the celebrities that have disappointed us with their environmental contributions and those that they would like to praise. Finally Erin and Gabby take a stab at a recent news story involving a Van Gogh painting, some soup and an anti-oil message.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 15th October 2022
In this audio, you can listen to the full version of the interview conducted with the anti-war protestors at the Careers Fair, as well as the full interview with SU Education Officer River Butterworth.
Rob Houchen is a familiar name to musical theatre fans, especially for his work as Marius in Les Misérables. He's now on his way to Nottingham with the cast of the critically acclaimed South Pacificand our very own Ella Wydrzynska has been catching up with him to find out more about the show. From learning about classic musicals to discussing the challenges of touring and even laughing about Marius's long overcoat in Les Mis, this really is a #SpotlightOn interview you don't want to miss!
Make sure you catch South Pacificat Nottingham's Theatre Royal from Tuesday 18th to Saturday 22nd October. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/south-pacific-2022
Dom is joined by EcoFrenzy! Gabby, Georgia & Erin all talk about the environmental effect of hosting a World Cup and how fans at home can have an easily sustainable tournament too!
Dom & Toby have a debutant! Jemimah makes her Ashton Agar Debut during the T20 World Cup Preview!
We are back for Season 3 of EcoFrenzy!!
Erin, Gabby and Georgia discuss their origin stories of how they got into radio, have a catch up about their summers and get into their hopes for the academic year ahead. Don't worry there is plenty of environment content as they take time to discuss the environmental issues everyone noticed over the holidays.
~ Originally broadcast live on University Radio Nottingham on Saturday 8th October 2022
In this Pulse highlight Conor, Tom, Jake, Felix and Ben talk about the sacking of Kwasi Kwarteng and the effect on Liz Truss.
In this highlight of The Pulse, Jack, Ben, Córa, Elena, Omay, and Will discuss the sexual assault charge made against Rex Orange County. [Notice: The reading of the story and first 10 minutes of discussion was not saved, this begins mid-conversation].
Luke and Harry talk you through game week 12 of the EFL, talking about under-performers and over-performance!
In today's highlight of The Pulse, Ben, Joe, Lottie, and Laura discuss growing student fears due to a rise in energy costs.
This smash-hit musical reimagines the legendary songs of Bob Dylan like you've never heard them before. Girl From The North Country is a heart-breaking and universal story about family and love, so make sure you catch it while it's in Nottingham! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn review to find out more.
Girl From The North Countrywill be at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 15th October. Tickets are available here: trch.co.uk/girl-from-the-north-country
Check out subsequent tour dates and meet the cast here: girlfromthenorthcountryshow.com
In this highlight of the Pulse, Thomas, Mark, Callum, and Daniel discuss the controversy around the partnership between Shell and British Cycling.
Scarlett, Izzy and Ali discuss Liz Truss' conference speech from the perspective of articles from the BBC, The Times, The Guardian and The Independent.
The Live Show! Notts County! Mansfield Town! Forest! All covered!
Dom is joined by Luke Green, Isaac Prunnell from Boom Box and the villain of the piece... Ali Glen the Leicester City fan... very fun episode, give it a listen!
The boys discuss the relatively bizarre week in the NFL, followed by the tense preview of the Dolphins vs Jets Game! NFL UK Chat begins to following the first NFL Game in London for this Season!
Build up to the Leicester City Game, with chat about Notts County and Mansfield Town's financial problems!
Long before she was Carole King, the chart-topping music legend, she was an ordinary girl with an extraordinary talent. Beautifultells the story of Carole King's life through the hits of the 60s and 70s, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out how to see it for yourself!
Beautiful will be at Nottingham's Theatre Royal from 4th-8th October. Book tickets here: trch.co.uk/whats-on/beautiful
Harry and Luke talk about all the ongoing over the international break, focusing on leagues one and two but with a special talk about Watford FC.
WE KNOW THE MIC ISN'T GREAT!!!
WE ALSO ARE AWARE THE POST-MATCH MINUTE IS HAS AN AUDIO ISSUE, WE DO APOLOGISE BUT WE ARE UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE.
Thank you to our wonderful guests; Ben Mellor, Margot (Mondays) and Jack Knapton for coming on and trying to find an NFL Franchise!
The mic quality wasn't great we are working on solving that issue
The world's most iconic, genre-defining murder mystery play has arrived in Nottingham to kick of its 70th anniversary tour. Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn to find out why you have to see Agatha Christie's classic The Mousetrap while it's here!
The Mousetrapruns at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 1st October. Book your tickets here: trch.co.uk/the-mousetrap-2022
You can also check out the rest of the tour dates and venues, as well as finding out more about the cast, here: mousetrapontour.co.uk
The official Take That musical is coming back to a theatre near you! With a new name and a tie-in movie version on the way, Greatest Daysis a show you really don't want to miss. Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn!
For tour dates and venues head to greatestdaysmusical.com
The Witching Hour Special! A Fins and Jets Fan are on the show today... that's all we need to say! Listen to the show if you are baffled about why that is so exciting!
URN's World Cup Podcast team up with the wonderful Queerest & Dearest Podcast to discuss the LBGTQIA+ Perspective of British Football and the upcoming Qatar World Cup. A truly must-listen for every football fan!
Over the Trent, a strange episode but the boys delve into the problems at the City Ground and who is ripping up the National League for Notts County!
Do you want to hear an epic musical collaboration based on the infamously bonkers 1904 Olympic Marathon? Of course you do! Find out more about The Marathon Projectin this week's #SpotlightOn as Ella chats to co-collaborator (and Nottingham's own!) Rob Green about his involvement.
Hear the brand new album for yourself: open.spotify.com/album/2ECrq4XI3JZ6iSz5bhmrmo
And see live performances, home videos and a special zine right here: themarathonproject.co.uk
Join Archie and Harry for special episode of Away Days where, different to normal, the lads are not watching live sport but instead reflecting on the wonder of experiencing live sport and how their first year as part of Away Days has led them to many different venues around the country.
The EFL is beginning to take shape, but anything can happen still! The boys are here for you to keep you up to date!
Welcome to the Premier League... a personal message from Kane and Haaland. Forest were rocked by World Class talent joining Dom is URN legends James Aldred and Daniel Henley, as well as trusty old Ciaran, the Steve Cook of podcasts!
Also on the show, Notts County and Mansfield Town's start to the season and the benefits of the Papa Johns Trophy as one midlands club got a win over Man City this week!
Guess what: Rob Madge's award-winning show My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?)is transferring to the West End! Find out why this is such a big deal in this week's #SpotlightOn
My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do) will run at the Garrick Theatre from 21st October to 6th November. Tickets are available here: nimaxtheatres.com/my-sons-a-queer
Plus, get a taste of the show in this West End Live performance: youtube.com/cI7YrmbUM-Y
THE BOYS ARE BACK! A bumper episode as the lads were on holiday last week but there was no break in the EFL, 3 gameweeks discussed... yes that's right 3 game weeks! Oh and some moaning about lower league Refs... the break has not chilled the boys out!
Jason Robert Brown's coming-of-age Broadway show is now a brand new movie musical that you can watch on Netflix! Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn...
For a taste of 13: The Musical, check out this trailer: youtube.com/JYV57JDgDdU
The Book of Mormonis a smash-hit musical that has been called many things: controversial, offensive, exhilarating, rip-roaringly funny and so on. Well, it's finally arrived in Nottingham so take a listen to this #SpotlightOn review to find out why Ella thinks you should go and see it!
The Book of Mormonis at Nottingham's Theatre Royal until Saturday 10th September. Get your tickets here: trch.co.uk/the-book-of-mormon
Over the Trent Focus on Forest's 23 years in the wilderness ended on Sunday! Ciaran and Dom discuss the Garibaldi's start to the season!
Luke and Harry analyse the opening weekend of the EFL, featuring a rampant Walsall, a terrible Burton and an underwhelming Norwich.
The smash hit Newsiesis on its way to London in an all new immersive production. Find out more in this #SpotlightOn and head to newsiesthemusical.co.uk to get tickets!
Forest are back in the Premier League! A quick look back over the past season and a preview of the upcoming Reds' campaign, Dom and Ciaran have got you covered!
Come on Forest!
Join Luke and Harry for URN's very own EFL podcast! The beauty of league football finally getting the recognition it deserves!
Would you believe a show based on a society scandal is now caught up in a scandal of its own?! It was announced this week that Netflix are suing the creators of The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical over copyright infringement. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more about what's going on.
Haven't heard the concept album yet? Check it out here: youtube.com/TheUnofficialBridgertonMusicalPlaylist
London's West End is getting a brand new theatre - for the first time in 50 years! Welcome to @sohoplace, a theatre with a flexible auditorium, guaranteed perfect sightlines from everyseat, and extra toilets so no queuing needed at the interval. It'll officially open this autumn, but find out all you need to know right now in this #SpotlightOn...
For more information about the theatre, head to: sohoplace.org
And see what it's like inside the auditorium right here: youtube.com/m8ZLFP9bN4c
Waitresshas officially 'opened up' in Nottingham at the Royal Concert Hall, but what did Ella think of the show? Find out in this #SpotlightOn!
For tickets, head to: trch.co.uk/waitress
To find out more about what to expect from Waitress, catch up on Ella's interview with leading man David Hunter right here: audioboom.com/8114427
Plus, if you want even more theatre content, definitely give the brand new 'Jesus Christ Supercast' a listen: linktr.ee/jesuschristsupercast
The hit musical Waitressis on its way to Nottingham, so Ella caught up with the leading man, David Hunter, to find out all about the show. Covering everything from ITV's Superstar and a brand new podcast, to Waitress shenanigans and a lockdown musical, this #SpotlightOn offers a whistle-stop tour of David's career so far.
Waitress will play at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall from 18th-23rd July. Book your tickets here: trch.co.uk/waitress-21
For more about the brand new Jesus Christ Supercast, head to: linktr.ee/jesuschristsupercast
From Here To Eternity has been a favourite on Showtime for years, so we're very excited to see that it's coming back to the stage! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn as Ella chats to the composer, Stuart Brayson, about what makes this show so special.
FHTE runs at the Charing Cross Theatre from 29th October to 17th December 2022. Get your tickets here: charingcrosstheatre.co.uk/from-here-to-eternity
Identical is the must-see show of the summer, based on Erich Kästner's The Parent Trap! It's having its world premiere in Nottingham next month, so find out everything you need to know about it in this week's #SpotlightOn
For more information and to book tickets: nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/identical
Get a taste of the show for yourself here: youtube.com/DWQqHYHOBEE
Simply put... you have to listen to this episode!
The final week of UON vs Trent Varsity could not have been more thrilling and engaging!
Find out who won 2022's Nottingham Varsity as many sports are covered from the Ice Hockey to the Ultimate Frisbee we get you to all the main stories!
Broadway's biggest night has come and gone for 2022! Find out which shows did particularly well in this week's #SpotlightOn
To see some of the Tony performances for yourself, including Ariana DeBose's incredible opening number, head to: cbs.com/shows/tony_awards
Let Pavan and Ciaran take you across Super Wednesday between Uni Of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University!
Every Sport on Super Wednesday is covered:
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Swimming
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Table Tennis
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Badminton
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Water Polo
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Handball
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Squash
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Karate
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Ultimate Frisbee
.... and a review of the David Ross Cafe...
Listen to this episode
For more coverage of Varsity, a mega-varsity week 2 episode is coming out shortly!
35 smash hits. 3 leading ladies. 1 pop icon.
It can only be The Cher Show- and it's in Nottingham right now! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn episode to find out why you should go to see The Cher Showfor yourself, and book your tickets here: trch.co.uk/the-cher-show-22
Plus, if you want to find out more about what it's like playing Cher, check out Showtime's interview with Danielle Steers here: audioboom.com/posts/8095675
The Cher Showis the hit new musical that turns back time to tell the story of the iconic pop diva, Cher, with three actresses playing the title character at different stages in her career. Find out more in this interview with one of the leading ladies, Danielle Steers!
You can catch The Cher Show at Nottingham's Theatre Royal from Tuesday 7th to Saturday 11th June, with tickets available here: trch.co.uk/the-cher-show-22
The line-up of acts performing at this year's West End Live has just been announced, but is your favourite show going to be featured? Spoiler alert: the answer is almost definitely yes!
Find out more about how to experience West End Live 2022 for yourself in this week's #SpotlightOn!
To see the full list of shows, head to: westendlive.co.uk
And get a taste of West End Live by catching last year's performances here: youtube.com/WestEndLive2021Playlist
12 songs. 1 winner. You decide.
The votes are in and we can now announce which country has won #URNivision2022
Take a listen to find out the results!
A live Special that we finally got out in podcast form following play-offs and courseworks!
This episode is a part 2 of our quest to figure out England's World Cup Starting 11, this one was all about you the listener's ideas and my word didn't a lot of you join in!
Seemingly every team from Berwick Rangers to Brighton and Hove Albion, Arsenal to Wycombe Wanders and Manchester City to Scunthorpe United, put a suggested 11 in!
Follow our Instagram to see the URN England 11 Map!
Keep It URN
Dreamgirlsis in Nottingham at the Theatre Royal until Saturday 28th May. Find out why Ella enjoyed it so much in this week's #SpotlightOn
For tickets to see Dreamgirls in Nottingham, head to trch.co.uk/dreamgirls-22
For more tour dates and to see the entire cast and creative team, check out dreamgirlsthemusical.co.uk
Photos of UK Tour company by Matt Crockett. © Dreamgirls UK Tour 2021
The nominations for the 2022 Tony Awards were announced earlier this week and we are definitely in for an exciting competition this year. Find out who's done well, who's been snubbed and what shows to look out for in this episode of #Spotlight On!
For a full list of the nominees, head to: tonyawards.com/2022-nominations
In today's excerpt from the live show, Ben, Sarina, Connor, and Madeline provide their thoughts and takes on the outcome of the 2022 Local Elections.
They think its all Doha... it is now! Welcome to the URN's World Cup Podcast, taking you all the way up to and through the Men's Football World Cup!
This first episode is the URN Sport boy's predictions for England's starting XI for their opening game against Iran! A follow-up episode with the fan's thoughts and predicted XI will be coming out soon!
It's only 200 days till the start of the World Cup... and we still believe!
The award-winning Carlton Operatic Society are back with their latest production: Shrek The Musical! It's on at the Theatre Royal in Nottingham until Saturday 7th May, so take a listen to this bonus #SpotlightOn episode to find out why you should go and see it.
Book your tickets here!
Dom Allin and his wonderful sports punditry team guide you around the complete first week of Varsity between Trent and your Green n Gold!
It's big news for Wicked fans this week as director Jon M. Chu confirmed that we're getting not one but TWO Wicked films! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more.
Read Jon M. Chu's full announcement here.
(FULL SHOW) The 2021/22 academic year finally draws to a close, and so does this run of The Mellob Experience! Ben and Jacob are joined by a special guest to discuss the brand-new Netflix hit 'Heartstopper', but also more... Shockingly, we manage to cover every segment! With such organisational skill, you must tune in.
FOR EPISODE 2 IT IS TWO SPORTS WE HAVE FOR YOU!
RUGBY LEAGUE AND LACROSSE!
INDIE VERSUS SHOW MAKE THEIR JOINT SPORTING DEBUT AT LACROSSE!
AND ARCHIE AND TOBY ARE JOINED BY HOST OF THE QUEEREST + DEAREST SHOW HOLLY NIXON AS THEY COVER THE VARSITY RUGBY LEAGUE!
URN Away Days is back!
This is the first of a series of special episodes giving the Away Days treatment to UON Sport!
This first episode is covering the Notts Bowl! It's Trent vs Uni of in American Football!
Stay on this feed for more amazing Varsity Coverage and 1 or 2 more Away Day podcasts!
This punk rock, genderqueer musical starring the sensational Divina De Campo has just finished its run in Leeds and is now heading to Manchester. Find out why you need to go and see it in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Get tickets for Hedwig and the Angry Inch at HOME here: homemcr.org/hedwig
And catch a sneak peek of what to expect in this trailer: youtube.com/VLSRVPLpqjc
With both Notts County and Nottingham Forest (and even Mansfield Town) pressing for promotion, Ciaran and Dom chat playoff likelihoods for both clubs... there may also be a little laughing at Derby County!
Britain's biggest theatre awards have come and gone for 2022, but which shows did particularly well? Find out in this #SpotlightOn episode all about this year's Olivier Awards!
For a full list of the winners head to: officiallondontheatre.com/olivier-awards-winners
And get a sneak peek of what to expect from the full TV broadcast here: youtube.com/7kG5cZTFg00
(FULL SHOW) In this episode of The Mellob Experience, we see the Mell of the Mellob sit down with a special guest to chat about the Netflix show The Queen's Gambit! Will we ever find a way not to overrun other sections? Probably not! Come hear URN's Head of Speech Alex Duke.
It's April's final Women's Sports Show before she graduates (7th April) and today is joined by Abbie Turner, captain of the women's water polo 1st team. Alex Duke skypes in to discuss some major tennis news regarding the world number 1. Finally April and Toby Reynolds discuss their varsity experiences of women's sport.
Thanks to everyone for listening this year :)
George Orwell's classic tale, Animal Farm, is reinvented in this new puppet-infused production from the Children's Theatre Partnership. Catch it in Nottingham at the Theatre Royal until Saturday 9th April, and take a listen to this #SpotlightOn episode to hear what Ella thought of the show.
For more information about Animal Farm click here.
Everyone's favourite TV show is making its way to the stage... in musical form! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out what we know so far.
Get discounted tickets here: whatsonstage.com/great-british-bake-off-the-musical
(FULL SHOW) In this episode of The Mellob Experience, host Jacob makes his grand return to the live radio broadcasting stage! Equipped with an extensive knowledge of poetry, can he win over GCSE-English-Lit-Hater Ben? In addition to poetry, we chat music and travel!
"You're staying until demands are met, does this mean you'll stay here beyond the end of strikes?"
"Since you've occupied senior management offices, what has the reaction been from the university and security?"
"The strikes have been going on for several years, are you hoping to see change this time?"
After a missile strike near the track and a huge crash in qualifying, the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix was full of controversy. The Girls In Pole Position are here to unpack the chaos for you.
The 94th Academy Awards are taking place tonight, but what films do you think will win? Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn as Showtime collaborates with URN's The Film Show to chat about all the nominated movie musicals!
Find out more about all the nominees here: oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/2022
Ben Johnson, Rebecca Starkie, Thomas Acratopulo and Ben Mellor present URN's coverage of the results of the 2022 University of Nottingham Students' Union elections.
Manifesto Review of Teresa Chittilappilly, current Candidate for Environment and Social Justice Officer
Manifesto Review of Khyati Jain, current Candidate for SU International Students' Officer
Manifesto Review for Sharlene Kirubi, current Candidate International Students' Officer
Manifesto Review of current candidate Rumi Ahmed, Candidate for Environmental and Social Justice Officer
Manifesto Review for Billy and Hope, Joint Candidate for Environment and Social Justice Officer
Interview with Billy and Hope, they are Joint Candidate for Environment and Social Justice Officer
Interview with Ife Oyedeji, candidate for Liberation Officer about what they would like to achieve if elected
The Girls In Pole Position are back with their thoughts on the first race of the 2022 season, the Bahrain Grand Prix!
Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/girlsinpoleposition/
The girls are back and F1 is back! Bahrain predictions and most importantly a complete review of Drive to Survive. Another fantastic live show podcasted just for you, the listeners!
Are you undecided in the 2022 SU Elections? Then come take a look at Marcus (for Sports Officer), Daisy (for Community Officer), Yan Lu (for Activities Officer), and Sean (for Sports Officer) answer questions about their prospective role, and more!
Archie and George are back to discuss the various performance sports that compete at high levels at the University of Nottingham as well as a giving a preview of Big Buccs Wednesday!
Big Bucs Wednesday, which is being held at the different sport complexes at the University most notably the David Ross Sports Village, with huge prospects for many of the University of Nottingham teams and athletes!
George also has a fascinating interview with fencer Stefano Luchetti who has won 3x Pan American Indivdual Championships, as as a while host of other achievements!
URN is proud to introduce a brand new podcast collaboration with UON Sport! Archie and George will keep you up to date with everything Green & Gold Sport!
Everyone's favourite pop concert about the wives of Henry VIII is going to be performed live in their ex's back garden! The histo-remix musical will be running for just two days this summer, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more...
Click here to get tickets for the Hampton Court Palace shows: book.sixthemusical.com
And check out the upcoming UK tour dates to catch Six at a theatre near you: sixthemusical.com/uk-tour
Music credit: Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss (‘Six’, Six: The Musical – Studio Cast Recording, 2018); Label: Loudmouth Music Ltd; Copyright: 6 Music Ltd a division of Loudmouth, under exclusive license from Ex-Wives Ltd.
(FULL SHOW): In today's Mellob Experience, Ben is joined by... nobody! Unfortunately, Jacob is away performing in the semi-finals of A Capella in London. Join this episode to listen to an angry lonely man ramble about a particular bookish universe, various movies and shows, and the mystery special segment!
A chaotic Over the Trent on St. Patrick's Day! A packed line up talking everything from Nott's County's downturn in form and every Forest game from Sheffield United! We preview the massive Liverpool Quater Final too!
Massive thank you to all the wonderful guests! And don't forget to donate to the 24-Hour Shows, that make a fun cameo on this show!
The 2022 Olivier Award nominations have been revealed! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more and click here to check out the full list of nominees.
April from the Women's Sports Show is back and with 2 special guests for the latest live show on 10th March.
Cameron Furley and Rei Crooks, from the uni rugby teams and UoN Rugby Minds (an initiative tackling welfare issues) have run consent workshops for the men's rugby teams and join the show to discuss how education is key in this vital topic.
Hear how their workshops were ran, why it is so important, and how they want the education on sexual misconduct and harassment to increase throughout the uni.
If anyone, including society presidents or welfare secs, are listening and want to learn more or consider running your own event please get in contact with the instagram: uonrugbyminds
Cyrano is a new movie musical out in cinemas now. Find out what we thought of it in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Check out the film's trailer here: youtube.com/fOInHcgmKus
And take a listen to the soundtrack for a taste of the music: youtube.com/CyranoSoundtrack
(FULL SHOW) In today's Mellob Experience, co-hosts Ben and Jacob are joined by the wonderful Sarina, in a discussion about 'The Apprentice' (which goes off-topic alot), books (which goes off-topic alot), and a special segment we can't quite figure out ourselves!
It's beginning to look a lot like the start of racing season! to talk you through the Barcelona Testing and Liveries the Girls in Pole Position again have produced an amazing episode!
Ever wondered what Formula E is? What are the rules? Why is there Formula E? All that and so much is answered by the Girls in Pole Position who delve into the environmentally friendly racing world
The WhatsOnStage Awards are back for another year, but who do you think will win? Find out more about the nominees to look out for in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Click here for a full list of the nominated performers, creatives and shows.
Join the Girls for a fascinating, informative and enjoyable look at the racing world and celebrate its LGBTQ+ involvement!
The smash-hit musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie has reached Nottingham, but is it as good as you expect? Find out in this special episode of #SpotlightOn!
For more info about how to see Everybody's Talking About Jamie at a theatre near you, check out the tour dates here: everybodystalkingaboutjamie.co.uk
And compare the stage show to the film by listening back to our earlier review: audioboom.com/posts/7944839
Music Credit: Dan Gillespie Sells & Tom MacRae (‘And You Don’t Even Know It’, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie: The Original West End Cast Recording, 2018); Label: ABSOLUTE; Copyright: Margaret New Ltd.
With the recent news that Michael Masi has been sacked, take a trip down memory lane with Girls In Pole Position to relive the final race of the 2021 Formula 1 season, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
(FULL SHOW) In today's Mellob Experience, host Ben and special guest Jacob discuss how they got into reading, books they enjoy, and much more! Also includes a special segment on Ben's experience with anxiety.
The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie is not only the world's longest-running play, it's also coming to Nottingham as part of its 70th anniversary tour! Find out how to catch The Mousetrap at a theatre near you in this week's #SpotlightOn
For tickets in Nottingham (27th September-1st October): trch.co.uk/the-mousetrap-2022
To see the other dates and venues of the tour: mousetrapontour.co.uk
In today's segment; Ben, Liv, Connor, Sarina, and Peter discuss the surprise announcement that Cressida Dick would be resigning as Met Police Chief.
Want to catch up on our interview with the University of Nottingham's student musical theatre society Musicality? They've been telling us all about their incredible new show, Urinetown, which you can see in Nottingham later this month. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more!
Urinetown runs at the Nottingham Arts Theatre from 17th-19th February. Get your tickets here: nottinghamartstheatre.co.uk/Urinetown
And for a taste of the music of the show, why not check out the Original Broadway Cast Recording: youtube.com/UrinetownOBC
Music credits: Mark Hollmann & Greg Kotis (‘What Is Urinetown?’, ‘We’re Not Sorry’, ‘Run, Freedom, Run!’ – Urinetown The Musical: Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2001); Label: RCA Victor; Publisher: BMG Entertainment.
In this segment of the Pulse, we discuss student developments in Beeston and the surrounding local disagreement at its benefits.
Catch up on the Women's Sport Show from 3rd Feb
April is joined by Alex Duke, Alex Beevor and George Bowman to discuss tennis and cricket. We review the Australian Open (including the men's game), then the Ashes and overall look at women's cricket. There's also a few mentions of women's football with new legislation and our trip to Forest women.
Don't forget to tune in to urn1350.net every Thursday for a variety of sports shows, with the Women's Sport Show returning 3rd March
April and Dom are back with this emergency podcast to discuss Tom Brady and his retirement from the NFL after 22 years and 7 Superbowl rings! What a career! We will be back next on the live show 10th Feb getting you ready for the big game the Cincinnati Bengals vs the LA Rams on the 13th!
It's always exciting when musical theatre makes Saturday night TV, and this incredible concert filmed live in Manchester is no different! Featuring some of the biggest shows around, this is a must-watch for any musical theatre fan. Find out everything you need to know in this week's #SpotlightOn...
Watch the full show on BBC iPlayer now: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/big-night-of-musicals-by-the-national-lottery
Or listen to the radio version on BBC Sounds: bbc.co.uk/sounds/m00141w0
April and Dom are back and we are well on the way to the superbowl having just gotten through the divisional week. It was such a great weekend over all 4 games that it is being called the best weekend ever and with the Chiefs Bills being spoken about as one of the top games in the last 10 years! A few legendary quarterbacks went out this week so we debate what they will do next and we look ahead at who did make it through to the Championship games (kind of the semi finals) and predict who can win and book a place in the Superbowl on Feb 13th!
This episode is about plants. What are they? Where are they? How do they work? Tune in to know too much.
Moulin Rouge has finally had its official West End opening! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out Ella's thoughts on this exciting new musical.
For tickets, head to: moulinrougemusical.co.uk
To hear the Original Broadway Cast Recording for a taste of the music: youtube.com/MoulinRougeOBCplaylist
And for our original thoughts on the cast, why not listen back to this: audioboom.com/showtime-spotlight-on-moulin-rouge-the-musical
Well you have to say this is magnificent!
Listen to two sides of the biggest derby in football, could this be the last Brian Clough Derby of all time maybe?
Dom is joined by two top tier guests with Blake from Talk Derby to Me and the magnificent Colin Fray, the voice of Nottingham Forest for the past 31 years.
Thank you both for coming on the show and giving up their time for us!
But also thank you for listening, tell a friend and we promise a Notts County dedicated episode is coming...
Keeping it Locked is a brand new podcast where a selection of URN's finest DJs share specially curated mixes with new themes each week! New episode every Saturday.
SpotlightOn is back for a new year and we're kicking off 2022 with a bang! Take a listen to find out how you can watch the incredible Hope Mill Theatre's production of The Wiz live in your living room: hopemilltheatre.co.uk/the-wiz-online
Keeping it Locked is a brand new podcast where a selection of URN's finest DJs share specially curated mixes with new themes each week! New episode every Saturday.
It is mixed emotions on this one today! A jubilant Dom Allin is joined by the wise and gracious Pavan Vaghela, Chatting Like Champions Host and Arsenal fan following Arsenal's shock FA Cup 3rd Round Exit to the Tricky Trees.
The Duke also joins in on his neutural's view of the game. All three were at the world-famous City Ground for the night where FA Cup magic returned! The boys discuss the game, No More Red and where can Arsenal go from here?
Keeping it Locked is a brand new podcast where a selection of URN's finest DJs share specially curated mixes with new themes each week! New episode every Saturday.
April and Dom recap what’s been going on in the NFL as we head into the final two weeks before the playoffs. There’s plenty of actual analysis plus the usual random considerations leaving everyone wondering.. what would happen if Mick McCarthy had to fill in for Mike McCarthy? And listen until the very end for an insight into what me and Dom argue about every week :) The last two rounds of games are on the weekends of the 2nd and 9th of January where we’ll find out who’s continuing onto the playoffs!!
'Let It Snow Bunting' aka the Preserved Fruit Lover's Companion is sure to worry you scientifically! The Host loves Christmas so much, so very very much. Look out for a special feature from the James Webb telescope 🤩
This is a biggie!
If you are a football fan and go to the University of Nottingham you need to listen to this podcast! Pavan, Hayden and Luke give you a great guide on Meadow Lane and what it's like to go to Notts County!
Pavan describes Notts County as 'non-league's prime Man City', listen to the podcast to hear why!
Go Well, Keep it URN and Merry Christmas
For the very first time in URN Sport History... We have a podcast from across the pond!
Dom was lucky enough to go to the Hardrock Stadium in Miami to see his beloved Dolphins play the New York Jets.
Dom takes you through the highs, lows and the delicious tailgating inbetweens of being an NFL fan in the USA!
In the last #SpotlightOn of 2021, find out how you can watch the smash-hit West End production of Anything Goes from the comfort of your own home this Christmas!
Want a taste of the show? Take a look at this sneak peek of Sutton Foster singing the title song: youtube.com/lKFUtdBTfz0
After a year of waiting, the brand new film version of West Side Storyis finally here! Find out what we thought of it in this week's #SpotlightOn...
Take a listen to the music of the film here: youtube.com/WestSideStorySoundtrack
And find out more about some of the major differences between the new movie and the stage show in this WhatsOnStage article: whatsonstage.com/west-side-story-differences
Catch up from the show on 9th December.
April is joined by Gemma, Amrit and Jasmin, from Girls in Pole Position to talk all things F1 - review of the Saudi GP, preview of the final race the Abu Dhabi GP and discussion of our experiences being fans.
One of the biggest sporting events of the year! Hamilton vs Verstappen!
The Girls in Pole Position are here for your help! The Abu Dhabi GP is on Sunday giving you enough time for a fantastic preview and review of the latest Grand Prix!
As ever Amrit, Jasmin and Gemma have produced another fantastic episode!
Mathew, Harry, Luke and Archie take you to the Nottingham Motor Point Arena for their first ever game of ice hockey!
This encapsulates the spirit of URN and Away Days, if you know next to puck all about ice hockey don't worry... neither do the lads!
Thank you once again to Nottingham Panthers! Go Well and #KeepitURN
Lights out and away we go! Let the Girls in Pole Position run you through one of the final few races!
The Nottingham Playhouse are bringing this year's pantomime straight to your living room! Find out how to watch Beauty and the Beast from home in this week's #SpotlightOn...
For tickets to the live show (3rd December-15th January) click here.
For tickets to the online watch party (13th December onwards) click here.
For tickets to the Christmas Eve viewing click here.
In this highlight of Thursday's Pulse, we discuss The Guardian reporting how people aboard the Channel dinghy which sank last week 'tried to contact UK authorities', as well as the government's migrant policy in general.
This ones for those who favour red on Trentside! Ciaran and Dom talk about Forest's solid run of form and December's possible wins... and Forest's requirements in January!
This award-winning play is available to watch online until next Saturday! Take a listen to this week's episode of #SpotlightOn to find out more...
For tickets and the Old Bridge trailer, click here.
URN is officially the best student radio station in the UK, so there is nothing but quality in this episode 'about' the science of cookinge
The girls have another corker for you! Brazil Grand Prix is now in the books but let the Girls in Pole Position tell you their full thoughts.
The film version of Jonathan Larson's Tick, Tick... BOOM! is finally here, but is it as good as everyone's been saying? Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out!
Check out this list of familiar Broadway faces to look out for in the film: slate.com/tick-tick-boom-movie-cameos-broadway
Watch the trailer for Tick, Tick... BOOM!here: youtube.com/YJserno8tyU
See behind the scenes of the making of the film: youtube.com/v3hgz18aGUs
And why not listen to the soundtrack to get a flavour of the music: youtube.com/TickTickBoomSoundtrackPlaylist
You know the drill by now! Preview of the Mexico GP. Enjoy
Delay of the episode due to technical problems on Dom's part
April and Dom are back in the studio so catch up here if you missed the live show 6pm on the 18th. We go through what teams have produced upsets, who has been upset, and who is in the middle on about 5 wins - hint: most teams! We are also joined by a special guest from URN to tell you a bit about their show and see what they know about the NFL. Don’t miss week 11 (which started with a 25-0 win for the pats at the falcons after our show) and then next week is Thanksgiving so get ready for 3 games on Thursday with the first a 5.30 kick off.
One of the world's most famous musicals is heading to Netflix this week! Find out exactly why you should watch it in this episode of #SpotlightOn...
Check out the trailer for Miss Saigonhere: youtube.com/SWmNoMkYTtw
And go behind the scenes of the 25th Anniversary Production in this video: youtube.com/uqDl21HrYXE
Let Amrit, Jasmin and Gemma take you to Austin, Texas. A review of a thrilling race from the Girls in Pole Position
Jake & Kate are back and reviewing a gem of an EP from Bone Tower, a Nova Scotian trio delivering a caustic mix of chaotic grindcore, crushing deathgrind & punishing walls of noise. Taken from our 07/11/21 show, we hope you enjoy this review that's almost exactly twice the length of the album it's covering!
Jake & Kate return once again to review one of our favourite releases of the year! This time, in a slightly special review for our Halloween show, we take a look at the debut LP of Liverpool-based nu-metal marvels Death Blooms following on from a great interview with their frontman & lead vocalist Paul Barrow and their fab gig at Rescue Rooms.
Listen to our in depth chat & snippets from our interview right here, recorded from our 31/10/21 show!
Catch up from the show on 4th November.
Gemma Cockrell joins April to discuss the W series - the motorsport series specifically for women. Followed by a chat with Alex Duke about women's tennis and Emma Raducanu.
Also available on spotify - copy this link https://open.spotify.com/show/7espVh0X78LUKWHKFHb97K
The news is in: the musical version of Mrs Doubtfire is heading to the UK! Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about this brand new comedy musical.
Mrs Doubtfire will run at the Manchester Opera House from 2nd September to 1st October next year. Get your tickets here: mrsdoubtfiremusical.co.uk
For a sneak peek of the show, check out this video from Playbill: youtube.com/NoXdND2fNaI
And take a look at a few of the songs here: youtube.com/1pabfNNNt9Q
Kate & Jake catch up with Paul Barrow, vocalist & frontman of Liverpool-based nu-metal band 'Death Blooms' before their set supporting Trash Boat at Rescue Rooms. We talk about the experience of opening Download Pilot this year, the joy of getting back to touring & the eclectic influences that went into their wonderful debut LP 'Life is Pain'.
Image: Hayley Fearnley Photography (@hayleyrfoto)
Join the Sticky Wickets boys (Toby and Dom) as they go to the world's oldest professional stadium for Mansfield Town vs Tranmere Rovers! Mansfield on a tricky run need their first three points in 15 games... are Toby and Dom their good luck charms? Listen and find out!
Thank you to everyone who welcomed and helped organise this event at Mansfield Town.
April and Dom pick which teams they think are legitimately good and could go all the way to the super bowl vs teams which people think are good, but might actually just be pretenders. The statbox game is back so try and guess the player and see if you can do better than us - hint you probably can, have either of us got any right all year?! We are now into November football and thanksgiving is coming up but for this week it's still the normal Thursday night game (jets at colts) and then all the normal Sunday action.
Plus now you can find us as an individual podcast on spotify just search "Touchdown URN"
stream.theatre has been one of the most integral platforms for making theatre content accessible online during the pandemic - and it's still going strong! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out exactly what you should be watching.
To see all the shows available on stream.theatre click here.
Or check out some of our favourite options: * A Killer Party * The Theatre Channel * Intermissions (The Replays) * Lady Chatterley's Lover * Dorian - A Rock Musical
Kate & Jake are back & reviewing the debut LP from the Scottish duo 'Hand of Kalliach'! A blend of heavy-as-anything melodeath & folk melodies, 'Samhainn' (out 22nd October 2021) is a truly unique & endlessly repeatable album, listen to our full thoughts that were recorded in our 24/10/21 show now!
Missed the pulse? Join Lauren, Joshua, Ben, Conor and Rebecca as they discuss Climate Change.
The Host of Slap The Chicken does battle with the science of flight, a disreputable airline company, their own brain cells, and a very big hungry panther. Will this episode fly or flop? You can find out by listening to it!
Follow @slapthechicken on Instagram and like the Facebook page for updates and worrying content
What a way to carry on the series! Dom, April, Toby and URN Hall of Famer Reece go to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for an absolute classic! From bunjee jumping Jaguars to April's now traditional Away Days chips, this episode has it all! Enjoy!
The much-anticipated film version of Dear Evan Hansen is finally here, but is it worth the fuss? Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about it!
Still haven't seen the trailer? Watch it here: youtube.com/DEHtrailer
Want to listen to the music from the film? Have a listen to the full soundtrack here: youtube.com/DEHplaylist
And, as mentioned in Ella's review here, check out what Amy Lovatt has to say about the film for more theatre-insight: youtube.com/TRmJchMuMF0
Music Credits:Benj Pasek & Justin Paul – Dear Evan Hansen: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, 2021 (‘Waving Through A Window’, ‘For Forever’, ‘Words Fail’, ‘The Anonymous Ones’ & ‘Sincerely Me’, in order of appearance); label & copyright: Universal Studios, under exclusive license to Interscope Records.
Benj Pasek & Justin Paul – Dear Evan Hansen: Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2017 (‘Anybody Have A Map’ & ‘Good For You’, in order of appearance); label: Atlantic Records; copyright: Autumn Smile Broadway LLC, under exclusive license to WEA International Inc.
Join Jasmine, Rebecca and Sarina as they discuss Twitter's algorithm bias towards rightwing politicians and news outlets
April and Dom are back with a live radio show on URN so catch up here if you missed it. After an eventful weekend trip to the NFL London game and Dom’s Dolphins losing we go through the AFC and NFC to see who’s rising to the top and who is still on 0 wins!! Week 7 kicked off with thursday night football of the broncos at browns - browns win 17-14 but this was after our show was recorded :) with the normal Sunday matchups from 6pm for the other teams.
Plus now you can find us as an individual podcast on spotify just search "Touchdown URN"
Join Ben, Conor, Rebecca and Josh as they discuss the possibility of new COVID restrictions and the uptake of the vaccine
Join Ben, William and Thomas as they discuss online abuse and the murder of Sir David Amess
Our first recorded album review from our 17th October show. It's all about attitude with this one as we dive deep into the fist-pumping, adrenaline-fuelled new LP from punk darlings Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes!
What did you think of the album? Send us a brief review to @urn_filmshow on instagram or twitter & we'll shout you out on the show!
Remember to tune in every Sunday 11pm-1am for 2 hours of metal mayhem along with our midnight album reviews!
Jasmin, Amrit and Gemma keep you up to date with the F1 with another fantastic episode recorded live in the URN Studios!
KeepItURN
Join Amrit, Gemma and Jasmin for the Girls In Pole Position. The first-ever all-female URN Sports podcast and it's a fantastic review of the Russian Grand Prix! All we can say is sit back and enjoy #keepiturn
Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/girlsinpoleposition/
If you missed Alice Fearn's brilliant lockdown concerts last year, now's your chance to catch up! The entire Intermissions series is now available to watch right here on stream.theatre so don't miss out. Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn (with a little bit of exciting news about the podcast too!).
Away Days debuts with a trip to Nottingham Rugby with Toby and April!
This show will take you the listener out and about to the biggest and smallest sporting events! This is a map and guide for student raising student issues and the practicality of getting to these events!
This all-singing, all-dancing international hit is making its way to London's West End. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about The Choir of Man!
See the trailer for the show here: youtube.com/choir-of-man
And check out their fabulous West End Live performance for a taste of what to expect: youtube.com/choirofman_WestEndLive
Find out who's going to be in the West End show here: whatsonstage.com/the-choir-of-man-west-end-cast
Want to hear more? Listen to some of The Choir of Man's best tracks in this playlist: youtube.com/choirofman_topic
And don't forget to book your tickets: choirofmanwestend.com
Music Credits: The Choir of Man (‘Save Tonight/Wake Me Up’, The Choir of Man, 2018; writing credits: Eagle-Eye Cherry, Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III, Tim “Avicii” Bergling, Mike Einziger). Copyright: C.O.M. International Limited.
The new rock musical based on the life of Princess Diana has just arrived on Netflix and has instantly taken social media by storm. Not since the start of the pandemic have people been so united against something! But is Diana: The Musical really that bad? Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out...
Watch the show's trailer here: youtube.com/DianaTrailer
And check out this clip of one of the songs: youtube.com/ThisIsHowYourPeopleDance
You can also hear the full cast recording here: youtube.com/DianaTheMusical_OriginalCastRecording
The biggest (and possibly the most drawn out) theatrical event of 2021 has been and gone, and now the results are here! Join Ella and PR Abi as they run through the winners of this year's Tony Awards.
To see the full list of winners and nominees, head to: tonyawards.com/winners
Check out the performances of the three shows nomianted for Best Musical: * Moulin Rouge * Jagged Little Pill * TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
And see some of the winning speeches from the night here: * Aaron Tveit (Best Leading Actor in a Musical) * Adrienne Warren (Best Leading Actress in a Musical) * Danny Burstein (Best Featured Actor in a Musical) * Lauren Patten (Best Featured Actress in a Musical) * Alex Timbers (Best Direction of a Musical)
There were a number of other fabulous perfromances across the evening as part of the Broadway's Back show, hosted by Hamilton's Leslie Odom, Jr. Check out some of our favourites: * Leslie Odom, Jr's opening number * Daniel J. Watts and the Broadway Advocacy Coalition * Josh Groban and Leslie Odom, Jr's tribute to New York City * Andrew Rannells and Tituss Burgess singing 'It Take Two' from Into The Woods * Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel re-uniting to sing 'For Good' from Wicked * Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp singing 'What You Own' from RENT * Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell singing 'Wheels of a Dream' from Ragtime * The finale number from Lin-Manuel Miranda's Freestyle Love Supreme * And the special 'In Memoriam' performance celebrating the artists we've lost from the theatre community over the past two years.
Moulin Rouge was the big winner at the Tony's this year, but don't forget it's heading to the UK very soon! Find out more in our #SpotlightOn podcast here: audioboom.com/posts/7948831
If you enjoyed this episode and would like to hear more from Showtime, listen in live every Sunday evening from 6pm on urn1350.net and follow us on Facebook @URNShowtime or on Twitter @ShowtimeURN.
The news we have been desperately waiting for is finally here: Moulin Rougeis heading to the West End in a few months and the full cast list has just been announced! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn as Ella and Abi take a deep dive into the upcoming show and celebrate what Moulin Rouge means to them.
See the full cast list here: moulinrougemusical.co.uk/cast
And check out this goregous photo shoot with the new cast, courtesy of WhatsOnStage: whatsonstage.com/moulin-rouge-unveils-west-end-cast
Want to hear more from the show? Take a listen to the full Broadway Cast Recording: youtube.com/OriginalBroadwayCastRecording
And don't forget to buy your tickets now for Moulin Rouge: atgtickets.com/moulin-rouge-the-musical
Slap The Chicken is back! This episode talks about science related to colour. If anyone has any good bird names that have a colour in and are pun worthy, please message @slapthechicken on Instagram.
Week 2 review and Week 3 preview Join April and Dom as they discuss the week 2 games, whether their ‘for sure’ picks and other predictions were right. There’s a preview of the next slate of games and what to look out for, plus find out why Honey Badgers are doing well (and who it is that is on the up)! Week 3 kicks off thursday night with the panthers at texans and the all the games back on Sunday at 6pm as always. Plus now you can find us as an individual podcast on spotify just search "Touchdown URN"
The film version of Everybody's Talking About Jamie is finally here! Check out this episode of #SpotlightOn to find out why you should watch it and hear Ella's official review.
Listen to the film's new soundtrack here: youtube.com/ETAJplaylist
And if you're interested in finding out exactly what has changed between the stage show and the film, then check out this video by the brilliant Mickey Jo Theatre: youtube.com/wn_nDpnE3pE
Want to catch up on our last Spotlight On... Everybody's Talking About Jamie to find out more about the musical itself? Listen back here: audioboom.com/posts/7924430
Music credits: Dan Gillespie Sells & Tom MacRae ('Everybody's Talking About Jamie', 'Don't Even Know It', 'Work Of Art', 'This Was Me', 'Wall In My Head' and 'He's My Boy' - songs listed in order of appearance; from Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, 2021). Copyright: 2021 New Regency Music, Inc. and Channel Four Television Corporation, under exclusive licesnse to Unviersal Music Operations Limited; an Island Records release.
Not a happy podcast but a required one. Dom and Ciaran discuss the state of Forest and Chris Hughton's departure from the City Ground. The boys also discuss Ciaran's first experiences at the City Ground... We mention the word miserable a lot in this podcast!
Week 1 review and Week 2 preview
Join April and Dom as they recap week 1 of the NFL season, and how they surprisingly both got their 'for sure' picks correct! There's discussion on the CGI panther in Carolina and the new games are back - with kind of new names - can you do better at home? Finally, a look ahead to week 2 and who could do well.
Week 2 kicks off thursday night with the giants at Washington before the main slate as always Sunday at 6pm.
Plus now you can find us as an individual podcast on spotify just search "Touchdown URN" or follow this link: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zubw6lDAvNfThu0MWCEb2
Get ready to hear the music of Come From Away like never before! With an album of re-imagined covers from the bands and artists that inspired the musical’s beloved score, ‘Covers From Away’ is going to be a definite fan-favourite. Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Listen back to some of the other #SpotlightOn episodes mentioned in this podcast right here: * Spotlight On... Come From Away: audioboom.com/7920389 * Spotlight On... Schmigadoon: audioboom.com/7920385
Music credit: ‘Welcome to the Rock’, written by David Hein & Irene Sankoff, performed by The Navigators (Covers From Away, 2021; copyright: Craft Recordings; distributed by Concord).
We're back for a show covering two animated family films you can watch right now on Netflix, 'The Willoughbys' & 'The Mitchells vs. the Machines'. Also, with the 20th Anniversary of one of our absolute favourite films (and if you're anything like us, definitely one of your favourites too!) we couldn't help but talk about it so we chat about 2001's 'A Knight's Tale'.
There's a lot of animated films out there to choose from and it's quite hard to separate some of the blander choices from the truly worthwhile stuff but our two choices showcase massive energy, unconventional visuals and true heart that really make them stand out. From the surreal and dark yet expansive and bubbly Willoughbys to the tech-obsessed, star-studded sugar rush of The Mitchells vs. the Machines, we're celebrating some family films that aim higher than they really needed to and really pull it off!
Of course, we couldn't pass up on the chance of talking about A Knight's Tale for its 20th anniversary, a film that's really close to our hearts and joyously breaks the mould for sports movies & period pieces with anachronistic glee! We talk about the amazing performances that really bring the film together from Shannyn Sossamon, Heath Ledger and of course the magnifcent Paul Bettany. With Bowie on the soundtrack & Chaucer as an inspiration (and main character!), what could go wrong!
As per the usual gremlins in the wires, the last few minutes of the show were missing from the recording but we'd wrapped up the reviews & recommendations so it only means a rather abrupt end rather than a technological catastrophe (no PAL Labs robot takeover here!).
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Quick Technical Difficulties Disclaimer
0:36 - Intro & The Willoughbys Review
19:55 - The Mitchells vs. the Machines Review
35:05 - A Knight's Tale Review
Tracks Played:
Talking Heads - (Nothing But) Flowers
David Bowie - Golden Years
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your favourite comfort films you and your friends reference and watch religiously. We're talking Rocky Horror, Lord of the Rings, Shaun of the Dead, Mamma Mia, anything you can recite quotes of in your sleep (You've been weighed, measured and found wanting!) Give us your thoughts and we'll bring them up next show!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join April and Dom as they discuss off season news and injuries as well as previewing week 1. Also there's a few new games so see if you can do better at home, plus find out why Harry Kane has made it into the episode title! Week 1 kicks off thursday night/ friday morning at 1.20am and the full slate of games Sunday at 6pm as always (and as always a recommendation to watch REDZONE makes it into the show).
Plus now you can find us as an individual podcast on apple podcasts and spotify just search "Touchdown URN" or for spotify follow this link: https://open.spotify.com/show/1zubw6lDAvNfThu0MWCEb2
Wondering what it's like to go back to the theatre? Feeling a bit nervous? Or maybe just excited? Well, take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out exactly what it's like and hear more about the fabulous shows you can look forward to seeing here in Nottingham very soon!
To find out what's on at the Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall, click here: trch.co.uk/whats-on
This magical new musical is flying (quite literally) around the country and will soon be at a theatre near you! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about Bedknobs and Broomsticks.
Check out the full list of dates and venues here: bedknobsonstage.com/tour-dates
And book your tickets for when it's in Nottingham right now: trch.co.uk/bedknobs-broomsticks-21
Want a taste of what to expect? Check out these production photos of the show on stage: whatsonstage.com/bedknobs-first-look
Or listen to the cast singing some of the classic songs from the show: whatsonstage.com/bedknobs-rehearsal-video
Dom and Ciaran review the start of the season for both Notts County (GOOD) and Nottingham Forest (not so good). The boys go on debate Hughton's role at Forest and the East Midlands Derby!
This Showtime cult classic is heading out on tour, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out how you can catch it at a theatre near you!
Want a taste of the (utterly fabulous) music? Check out this playlist of the Original Cast Recording: youtube.com/BOOH
And don't forget to book your tickets! Find all the relevant links, dates and venues here: batoutofhellmusical.com/uk-tour
It’s been a big week for fans of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie! Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Take a look at the latest trailer for the upcoming film version (out on 17th September): youtube.com/AXhpTZeG4eg
See what songs will feature on the film’s soundtrack and get an early listen to one of the numbers: whatsonstage.com/ETAJ-movie-soundtrack
And don’t forget to book your tickets to see the live show when it’s here in Nottingham next year: trch.co.uk/everybodys-talking-about-jamie
Music credit: Dan Gillespie Sells & Tom MacRae (‘And You Don’t Even Know It’, Everybody's Talking About Jamie: The Original West End Cast Recording, 2018). Copyright: Margaret New Limited.
Come From Away is one of Showtime’s favourite musicals – and it’ll soon be available to watch from the comfort of your own home! Take a listen to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out more.
Check out this trailer, courtesy of WhatsOnStage: youtube.com/5Imp0pEvA
Music credit: Irene Sankoff & David Hein (‘Welcome To The Rock’, Come From Away – Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2017). Copyright: Molly Records LLC, under exclusive license to The Musical Company LLC. Distributed by Concord Music Group, Inc.
The BBC Proms are back for the summer and there are some incredible concerts set to come – including The Golden Age of Broadway which you can watch on BBC iPlayer now. Find out more in this episode of #SpotlightOn!
See what music is included in The Golden Age of Broadway here: bbc.co.uk/events/BroadwayProm
And check out the whole summer programme for the BBC Proms to see what other incredible concerts might be of interest: bbc.co.uk/proms/calendar2021
The cult favourite about America’s most famous outlaws is back for one night only, with the original Broadway stars too! Find out everything you need to know about Bonnie & Clyde in this #SpotlightOn!
Get your tickets booked here: lwtheatres.co.uk/bonnie-clyde-the-musical-in-concert
Update: please note an extra date has been added for the concert, so you can now book tickets for Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th January 2022.
And for a taste of the show’s music, check out the Original Broadway Cast Recording here: youtube.com/hSykTzhpnAE
Music Credits: Frank Wildhorn & Don Black (‘The World Will Remember Us’, Bonnie & Clyde – Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2012); copyright: Broadway Records.
Ever wondered what it would be like to live in a movie musical? Well look no further! Find out everything you need to know about Apple TV+’s new musical TV show #Schmigadoon in this episode of #SpotlightOn!
Want a taste of the show? Check out this trailer.
See behind the scenes and meet the cast here.
And give the soundtrack a listen in this playlist.
Still can’t make up your mind? Read WhatsOnStage’s review here.
The cast recording for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderellais now here, with highlights taken from the brand new West End show and featuring some fabulous celebrity guest stars! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn to find out more 🎭
Hear the new album for yourself right here * Act 1: youtube.com/ALWCinderella_Act1 * Act 2: youtube.com/ALWCinderella_Act2
And why not check out these glorious production shots too: whatsonstage.com/cinderella-first-look
For further information on the show, including how to book tickets, head to: andrewlloydwebberscinderella.com
This sensational and emotionally-charged play explores the life of the renowned singer Edith Piaf and features some of her most famous songs, including La Vie en Rose, Hymne à l’amour and Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien.
It is playing live and in-person at the Nottingham Playhouse until the 17th July, but it will also be streamed online for one night only on Wednesday 14th July - and you do not want to miss it! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more.
To book tickets for the livestream, see the full cast list and creative team, and check out some rehearsal videos, click here: nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/piaf-livestream
Alternatively, book in-person tickets to see the show at the Nottingham Playhouse here: nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/piaf-inperson
Alex Duke is joined by Cameron, April and Benji, to discuss a fascinating few days of sport. April and Cameron dissect another comfortable win for Max Verstappen at the Styrian Grand Prix, whilst Benji and Cameron discuss Novak Djokovic's slight scare in the Wimbledon first round. Alex also revisits the Rugby Premiership Final, and how Harlequins were able to undo the six-time consecutive finalists Exeter in an enthralling match.
Get your flatmates round and break open the microwave popcorn for our streaming special! We're in the studio and over Skype for a lovely little episode on some films released to streaming over during lockdown: Palm Springs & Love and Monsters! We're also chatting about School of Rock & Do The Right Thing which you can watch right now on Netflix (as you absolutely should).
Bill Murray & Andie MacDowell or Andy Samberg & Cristin Milioti? Who wins in the battle of the time-loop twosomes? Why does Love and Monsters make the apocalypse seem so much fun? Join us for reviews of two pretty high concept films with a surprising amount of heart! Does School of Rock still hold up? Of course, because School of Rock is way hardcore!
The audio should be much better in this though there are a couple of Skype hiccups but they're very minor so I hope you have as much fun listening as we did making it!
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro & Palm Springs Review
16:25 - Love and Monsters Review
36:48 - Do The Right Thing Review
41:28 - School of Rock Review
Tracks Played:
Cloudbusting - Kate Bush
Bonzo Goes to Bitburg - Ramones
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your favourite streaming service deep dives! We're talking 13 Going on 30 (objectively better than Big), Darkman, Heathers (guess who's writing this episode description by the first films that came to my head!) and anything else that gives you enjoy over the wonders of internet film watching. Give us your thoughts and we'll bring them up next show!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Conceived and written by New York Times best-selling novelist Jodi Picoult and playwright Timothy Allen McDonald, with music and lyrics from five different song-writing teams, Breathe is an unprecedented musical chronicling an unprecedented time. It's also available to stream online right now! Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn...
For tickets head to: breathemusical.com
Check out this trailer for a taste of the show: youtube.com/BreatheMusical
Hear a sneak peek of one of my favourite songs from Breathe: youtube.com/ClearAsDay
And for more information about the Original Cast Recording, head here: broadwayrecords.com/breathe-original-cast-recording
We're back with a fun one this week! We've got a rundown of the Oscars Ceremony & whether anybody in the Academy actually knows what they're doing and a trip back in the eons to the long distance 90s to chat about some of our favourites to get away from the awards fatigue!
On this week's show: 'Titanic' deserves so much more respect than it gets and we should stop Tarantino from writing his own films just so he can do something as great as 'Jackie Brown' again. We're also stanning Brendan Fraser and the swashbuckling scarab-traumatising gem that is 1999's 'The Mummy' and wondering how 'Bram Stoker's Dracula' ever got made and why it's more goth than a Type O Negative gig in Whitby during a full moon.
We've also got 'My Octopus Teacher' chat just in case everybody on planet Earth hasn't watched it during lockdown! After a bit of editing magic, the sound has turned out alright but apologies if the levels are a little patchy at times, blame my poor mic etiquette!
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro & Oscars Recap
9:04 - My Octopus Teacher Review
20:37 - Titanic Review
33:12 - Jackie Brown Review
44:27 - The Mummy (1999) Review
47:39 - Bram Stoker's Dracula Review & Outro
Tracks Played:
My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion
Across 110th Street - Bobby Womack
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your 90s picks! Do you love Brendan Fraser even more than we do? What about Titanic, is our re-evaluation well-deserved? Give us your thoughts and we'll bring them up next show!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Our very own Izzy Felton interviews Liam from Retro Video Club! They take about their music inspirations and their new single Cloud Nine!
The film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's incredible musical is out in cinemas now, but what do we think of it? Ella is here with everything you need to know: the pros, the cons, the highs, the lows - and whether In The Heights is really worth the fuss... Find out more in this week's #SpotlightOn!
For a little taste of the film, check out this extended opening: youtube.com/InTheHeights
And to see Lin-Manuel Miranda's apology in relation to the colourism criticisms of the film, just click here: twitter.com/Lin_Manuel
For this final episode of the year I spoke to Salwa and Raissa who talked to me all about the diverse cultures of Somalia, Kenya and Rwanda. If you're ever thinking about travelling to any of these countries then give this episode a listen because it will want to make you go there even more!!
1988. Soho. His last night on earth.Based on a true story, Cruisefollows Michael Spencer on what he thinks is his last night alive. Set against a backdrop of irresistible 80s music, we watch as he travels to his old haunts, says fond farewells, and prepares to leave the earth behind.
Written and performed by Jack Holden, directed by Bronagh Lagan and featuring live music from John Elliott, Cruise is a celebration of queer culture that will make you laugh, make you cry, and which inspires us all to live every day as if it’s our last. Find out more about this incredible play in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Get your tickets booked to watch Cruise online from 14th-27th June here: stream.theatre/CruiseThePlay
And for a taste of what to expect, check out this trailer: youtube.com/tttq_2MZfuU
MCC Theater’s annual Miscast gala is one of the most exciting and unique events in town, as Broadway's biggest stars have a go at performing songs from roles they wouldn't traditionally be cast in. The gala may be virtual this year, but the performances are bigger and better than ever, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more!
To view all of the performances from Miscast 2021, click here: youtube.com/MISCAST21
And find out more about MCC Theater's work and the Miscast gala here: mcctheater.org
Join Pavan and Ciaran for a LIVE episode of Chatting Like Champions! In this week's show, your two favourite pilots reflect on an engrossing Champions League Final and look ahead to a busy summer.
Get ready for an all-star line up of West End shows performing live in celebration of theatres re-opening! You really don't want to miss it so take a listen to week's #SpotlightOn to find out more.
The concert will broadcast for free on YouTube at 7pm on Sunday 6th June. Find the video here: youtube.com/8_3FoYTqVL8
And for more information about the show (and to see which musicals are involved) just head to: theshowmustgoonlive.com
10 countries performed for your votes. Now the winner can be crowned.
Ella is here with the full results for #URNivision2021 so take a listen now to find out who this year's champion is!
The contestants: * Spain - Zorro 'Baila Me' (Zorro - Original Cast Recording, 2008; composers: Gipsy Kings, John Cameron & Stephen Clark; label: First Night Records) * Italy - Chess 'Nobody's Side' (Jessica Vosk - Wild and Free, 2018; composers: Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus & Tim Rice; label: Broadway Records) * Austria - Elisabeth 'Kitsch' (Elisabeth - Complete Live Recording, 2005; composers: Sylvester Levay & Michael Kunze; label: HitSquad Records) * France - The Hunchback of Notre Dame 'Out There' (The Hunchback of Notre Dame - Studio Cast Recording, 2016; composers: Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz; label: Ghostlight Records) * Norway - Showstopper: The Improvised Musical 'The Wizard of Oslo' (Showstopper: The Improvised Musical, 2019; composers: The Showstoppers; label: Showstopper Productions Ltd) * Sweden - A Little Night Music 'Send in the Clowns' (Barbra Streisand - The Ultimate Collection, 2010; composer: Stephen Sondheim; label: Columbia/Legacy) * Germany - Grand Hotel 'HA-P-P-Y/Let's Take a Glass Together' (Grand Hotel - Original Broadway Cast Recording, 1992; composers: Robert Wright, George Forrest & Maury Yeston; label: Masterworks Broadway) * Ireland - Sing Street 'Drive It Like You Stole It' (Sing Street - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack; composers: Gary Clark & John Carney; label: Decca) * Romania - Tanz der Vampire 'Totale Finsternis' (Mark Seibert - So Far, 2016; composers: Jim Steinman & Michael Kunze; label: Sound of Music Records) * United Kingdom - Everybody's Talking About Jamie 'And You Don't Even Know It' (Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Original West End Cast Recording, 2018; composers: Dan Gillespie Sells & Tom MacRae; label: Margaret New Limited)
You thought the glib joke last episode about crossing a bridge with 70 mates wasn't serious, huh? In between some chat about weather related topics, there is finally some action in the final instalment of this series of Slap the Chicken. Woohoo!
The trailer for the upcoming film version of Dear Evan Hansen starring Ben Platt was released this week and we are very excited. Take a listen to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out more about the film - and why, all things considered, Ben's hair really doesn't matter!
Want to see the trailer for yourself? Catch it here: youtube.com/g_c_Jd-hP-s
And for a taste of Ben Platt performing live as Evan Hansen, check out these videos!
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'Waving Through A Window' on Late Night With Seth Meyers: youtube.com/CNqKA2t9M
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'For Forever' on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: youtube.com/x_CNqKA2t9M
Join Pavan and special guest Alex as they talk through their favourite European football memories.
Join Pavan, April and Alex as they reflect on another breathtaking weekend of Premier League football in this week's edition of the 'Big Monday Night In' podcast.
Join Toby and Dom for a brand new episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, Sticky Wicket. This week, the lads are joined by two members of the Birmingham Unicorns, the first LGBTQ+ cricket team outside of London!
This brand new concert series will be taking place twofold - both in front of a live socially distanced audience at the Apollo Theatre in London and livestreamed to viewers at home! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out which West End superstars are involved and exactly why you should watch it...
The first concert broadcasts at 7:30pm on Monday 24th May, with future shows on 14th June and 5th July. Get your tickets for all three concerts (either individually or through a discounted ticket bundle) right here: nimaxtheatres.com/monday-night-at-the-apollo
Join James, Pavan, Reece, Alex and Benji as they discuss another eventful weekend of Premier League football.
Our favourite musical theatre improvisers are back and better than ever with their Alternative Eurovision Song Contest! Watch live as the team create and perform their own songs - before you vote for the winner. It really does promise to be a fabulous show, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more...
The Showstoppers' Eurovision Song Contest will stream on Saturday 15th May at 8pm. The show will also be live captioned. Find out how to watch the show here: showstopperthemusical.com/alternative-eurovision-2021
Or click here to head straight to the scheduled YouTube video.
And if you want a taste of what to expect, why not check out the performances from last year's show? Find all the videos here: showstopperthemusical.com/alternative-eurovision-2020
Plus, if you want to find out more about The Showstoppers or watch one of their regular livestreams (the next being on Saturday 29th May) head to their website or find them on twitter @TheShowstoppers.
Join Pavan and Ciaran as they reflect on a stunning set of Champions League and Europa League semi-finals in this week's episode of 'Chatting Like Champions', URN Sport's European Football podcast.
Join April and Dom as they reflect on the major headlines from this year's NFL Draft in the latest episode of Touchdown, URN Sport's Guide to the NFL.
Join Dom and the two Cams as they reflect on a crazy afternoon at Old Trafford, where a mass protest against Manchester United's ownership took place.
The critically acclaimed 2011 Broadway Revival of The Importance of Being Earnest - directed by and starring the legendary British actor Brian Bedford - is available to stream online this month for the first time ever. Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about this must-watch production!
Tickets cost £15 per household and are available here: theatermania.stream/the-importance-of-being-earnest
Interview with Elder Island covering their new album, upcoming tour and some of their favourite music
Join James, Alex and Ciaran as they reflect on another exciting weekend of Premier League football, which included a fourth consecutive League Cup triumph for Manchester City.
It's about sound, Jim. I've managed to escape Ms Warbler and the geese and head to the coast. The crackling at the start was left in due to irony and incompetence.
Join Pavan and Ciaran for another episode of URN Sport's European football podcast, 'Chatting Like Champions'.
The hilarious and irreverent musical homage to Europe’s beloved song contest is making its way online. You can watch Eurobeat: The Pride of Europe from the comfort of your own home from 30th April to 9th May – and you get to choose the winner too! Take a listen to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out more…
Get a taste of what to expect from Eurobeat in this trailer: youtube.com/EBnHbxN9NLc
And book your tickets right here: stream.theatre/Eurobeat
This podcast also includes more information about our upcoming #URNivision2021 special. For more information about how to get involved, head to @URNShowtime on Facebook or @ShowtimeURN on Twitter, or email your show suggestions to ella@urn1350.net
This episode we discuss all things Sudanese culture! If you have ever wondered what this fascinating country has to offer (great food and scuba diving are my personal favourites) then give this episode a listen!
After our Easter break, the Film Show is back with a rundown of the Best Picture nominees for the 2021 Oscars! We're talking Sound of Metal, Promising Young Woman, Judas and the Black Messiah & Minari! Check out our previous episodes for our review of Mank too! (The Trial of the Chicago 7 review will be put up with the archive of podcasts from before Christmas, look out for that coming soon!)
Quick content warning too (as stated in the podcast intro): in our discussion of Promising Young Woman, we inevitably talk about the topic sexual assault. The discussion isn't overly graphic or detailed but if you'd like to give the segment a miss, it goes from 14:05 to 29:50.
So, we're heaping love on Riz Ahmed, Carey Mulligan, Daniel Kaluuya, Lakeith Stanfield for some breathtaking performances & talking a bit about how we tackle weighty topics in film with Promising Young Woman's approach to sexual assault and Sound of Metal's exploration of Deaf identity & substance abuse. We're back in the studio for this one so there are a few technical difficulties but we manage to survive and I reckon we've ended up with a pretty great show!
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Quick Intro & Content Warning
0:45 - Sound of Metal Review
14:05 - Promising Young Woman Review - CW: Discussion of Sexual Assault
29:50 - Judas and The Black Messiah Review
41:47 - Minari
49:15 - Outro, General Oscars Chat & Remembering Helen McCrory
Tracks Played:
Fight For You - H.E.R.
Husavik - Will Ferrell & My Marianne
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your Oscars picks! Are we too harsh on Chicago 7 & Mank? What about documentary picks? Give us your thoughts and we'll bring them up next show!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join James, Pavan, Ciaran, Dom, Toby, Cam and Benji as they react live to the proposal of a European Super League involving six Premier League clubs.
The UK premiere of A Killer Party - the all-singing, all-dancing murder mystery experience - will be released online as a series of 9 episodes later this month. With an all-star cast that brings the best of British theatre to your home, this hilarious new musical is definitely not one to be missed. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more!
All episodes of A Killer Party will be available to watch via stream.theatre from Monday 26th April to Sunday 23rd May. You can rent the entire series for £25 or individual episodes for £2.99 each. Get yourself booked in here: stream.theatre/AKillerParty
If you want a taste of what to expect, why not check out this playlist of songs from the Original Cast Recording: youtube.com/AKillerParty_OriginalCastRecording
Music by Jason Howland (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Little Women) and lyrics by Nathan TysenYou can also find a full list of the cast and creatives here: akillerparty.co.uk
And see what the incredible British cast look like in action, with this behind the scenes photoshoot from WhatsOnStage: whatsonstage.com/a-killer-party-murder-mystery-musical-photos
Join Pavan and Ciaran for another episode of Chatting Like Champions, in which the lads reflect on a tremendous week of European football action.
Join Toby and Dom for another episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, 'Sticky Wicket'. This week, the lads are joined by ex-Gloucestershire wicket keeper Richard Coughtrie!
Join James, Pavan, Cam, Alex and Benji as they reflect on another exciting weekend of Premier League action.
Join Joe and Ella as they discuss everything BBC. They reminisce about classic BBC shows as well as talking about amazing modern TV shows on the BBC.
This week's #SpotlightOn is all about an exciting, star-studded concert that was filmed in front of a live audience last December. West End Acousticsees leading British theatre stars performing a whole host of acoustic show tunes, from musicals like Dear Evan Hansen, Six, Little Shop of Horrors, Girl From The North Countryand so much more. Take a listen to find out why you should watch it later this week!
West End Acoustic will stream at 8pm each day from Thursday 15th to Sunday 18th April. Tickets cost £12.50 (plus a £3 transaction fee) and are available here: stream.theatre/WestEndAcoustic
And if you're still not convinced and want a taste of the show, check out this trailer: youtube.com/p537tVTkG5Y
Join Pavan and Ciaran for another episode of URN Sport's European Football podcast 'Chatting Like Champions'. This week, the lads reflect on yet another entertaining week of Champions and Europa League football.
In the absence of Varsity this year, URN Sport have put together a brand new podcast which reflects on series past with those who were at the heart of the action.
In Episode 1, we're joined by Jeremy Dunn, the former head of URN Sport who saw 4 Varsity series during his time at The University of Nottingham.
Jez gives us an insight into his first Varsity match, what it's like co-ordinating URN's coverage, the incredible comebacks he witnessed and much, much more in a fascinating and entertaining hour of Varsity chat.
New episodes of the podcast will be released every Saturday evening.
Join Joe and Ella as they discuss all things US sitcoms. From Modern Family to How I Met Your Mother to Friends. They clash over friends and Joe has a rant about the Big Bang Theory
I had a really interesting chat with Paco and Emmanuel all about Mexico and in particular the differences between the north and south. Have a listen if you want to learn more about this wonderful country!
On this week's episode of Over the Trent, James is joined by Left Lion's Colin Sisson to reflect on a frantic few weeks at Notts County.
Join Joe and Ella as they discuss Women in TV. Joe also interviews TV screenwriter Helen Black about what makes a great female character.
With an all-star cast, this bold new film brings to life the remarkable backstage spaces of the National Theatre in which desire, dreams and destiny collide to make Shakespeare’s romantic tragedy sing in an entirely new way. It'll be premiering on television tonight so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know!
Get a taste of Romeo & Juliet by watching this trailer: youtube.com/7LpS77tqYwU
For more information, including a full list of cast and creatives, head to: nationaltheatre.org.uk/romeo-and-juliet-film
Romeo & Juliet will premiere on Sky Arts (Freeview channel 11) at 9pm on Sunday 4th April. It will then be repeated on the following dates, also on Sky Arts: * Monday 5th April - 9:30pm * Thursday 8th April - 10:30pm
Join Pavan and Ciaran for a very special episode of URN Sport's European Football podcast 'Chatting Like Champions', in which the duo are joined by Benji from 'Outside The Box' to discuss what's going on at FC Barcelona.
Join Toby and Dom for the latest episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, 'Sticky Wicket'.
The hit musical adaptation of Shrek will be heading to Netflix later this week. You can watch the original Broadway cast in this filmed stage show from 1st April (and no, it's not an April Fool's joke - it's really happening!).
Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about this fabulous musical.
Music credits:Neil Diamond (‘I’m A Believer’; Shrek The Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording (UK Edition), 2011; label: Decca Records; copyright: Decca, a division of Universal Music Operations Limited)
Jeanine Tesori & David Lindsay-Abaire (‘I Know It’s Today’ & ‘Freak Flag’; Shrek The Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2011; copyright: Decca, a division of Universal Music Operations Limited)
Join Toby and Dom for a very special episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, 'Sticky Wicket', recorded live at Trent Bridge for Nottinghamshire's first pre-season outing against Oxford.
Due to a mystery goose attack putting the host out of action, today's exploration of insects will be taken by the noted singer, Miss Grasshopper Warbler and her wonderfully competent jazz band. Fresh from a sold out run at The Princess Theatre, Hunstanton, Miss Warbler will be belting out the hits in her inimitable, dazzling style. One not to be missed!
It's time for season two! This episode I spoke to Atakan, who is from Turkey, about all things food, drink and traditional customs. Have a listen if you want to learn more about this fascinating country!
Welcome back to the Film Show! On this one we're talking about the long distant past of the mid-to-late 2000s with 3 reviews of some of our favourites from those halcyon days. We're covering the much overlooked Jennifer's Body, the increasingly prophetic Children of Men & the stone cold classic... Stardust!
We're still over Skype on this one but have the whole band back together specially to argue about the effectiveness of Michael Caine's constantly stoned hippy character in Alfonso Cuarón's horrific 2027 dystopia and of course to stan Bobby De Niro's Captain Shakespeare to the ends of the earth. Watch out for the MST3K reference! It's the episode were I wish I could just have a picture of Charlie Cox in that long white coat as the thumbnail!
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro & Jennifer's Body Review
16:46 - Children of Men Review
36:18 - Stardust Review
48:13 - Outro
Tracks Played:
Kiss With A Fist - Florence + The Machine
In The Court of the Crimson King - King Crimson
Rule the World - Take That
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your favourite films from the 2000s. Oscar winners? Hidden gems? Just all the Charlie Kaufman films? Give us your best picks and we'll bring them up next show!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join Toby and Dom for a brand new episode of URN Sport's 'Sticky Wicket' podcast. This week, the lads are joined by Tom, Finn and Freddie from the University of Nottingham's Men's cricket team.
Join Ciaran, Pavan and Reece for another episode of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In' podcast.
This star-studded digital production of The Picture of Dorian Gray sees Oscar Wilde's title character being brought fully into the 21st century and reimagined as a smartphone-obsessed "influencer". But when Dorian makes a deal to ensure his social status never fades, corruption and depravity begin to seep into his seemingly perfect world...
The show is available to watch online until the 31st March. Tickets cost £12 and are available here: pictureofdoriangray.com
And check out the trailer for a taste of what to expect: youtube.com/DorianGrayTrailer
Join Pavan and Ciaran for another episode of URN Sport's European football podcast, 'Chatting Like Champions'. This week, the lads reflect on a magical week of Champions League action.
Welcome back to the Film Show! On this one we're chatting about the star-studded Armando Iannucci love letter to Dickens: 'The Personal History of David Copperfield' & the new BAFTA nominations!
As part of UoN's Diversity Festival we chat a lot about the failings of the film industry in diversifying things in front of and behind the camera and especially in relation to the BAFTA's wonderful push for diversity! We're talking about colour-blind vs identity-conscious casting, rejections of auteur and 'great man' theories, amplifying BIPOC voices & stories using awards and how much we still have to do!
Plus, we review 'The Personal History of David Copperfield', a fantastic film that was a widely publicised use of colour-blind casting & just an absolutely cracking take on Dickens' work with Dev Patel's great lead performance really standing out.
- I wouldn't be doing my job if I didn't direct y'all to Khadija Mbowe, who has great videos on colour-blind casting, colourism, stereotypes in media and much more! :
https://www.youtube.com/c/KhadijaMbowe
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro and The Personal History of David Copperfield Review
22:16 - BAFTAs & Diversity in Film-Making Chat
Tracks Played:
'Cult of Personality' by Living Colour
'The Lion's Roar' by Cynic
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your thoughts on colour-blind versus identity-conscious casting as well as some of your favourite films that have been overlooked by the mainstream due to the deep discrimination within the film industry!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join James, Benji and Dom for another episode of URN Sport's 'The Sports Centre' podcast, in which the panel discuss Novak Djokovic's Australian Open triumph and the state of play between England and India in the current T20 series.
Join the URN News team as they discuss the five candidates running to be your next Welfare and Wellbeing Officer!
URN News provided you with all the information regarding manifestos and husting performances from the two candidates running to be your next Education Officer!
URN News looks at the manifesto and hustings event for George Sullivan, the only candidate running this year for the position of Union Development Officer
URN News reviews the three candidates running to be your next community officer. Including manifesto summaries, and a report from the community officer hustings event held on Tuesday morning.
Running to be your new sports officer is Josie Jessop and Amba Gooden. URN News reviews their manifestos, and reports back on the hustings event which questioned the two candidates on their goals for the role
URN News reviews Sam Hawkins and Maxime Ryder's manifestos, and commentates on the hustings event which took place on Tuesday afternoon.
URN News provides you with summaries of all the candidates running to be your next part-time officers. The roles currently being campagined for are; Disabled Students' Officer, ESJ officer, International Officer and BME Students' Officer
We gave the candidates for the 2021 SU Elections 60 seconds to tell you why you should vote for them!
In this very special episode of Outside The Box, Alex is joined by Jay from the fantastic charity Stonewall to discuss the issue of homophobia in football.
Join James, Benji, Reece, Cam and Pavan as they reflect on another exciting weekend of Premier League football, which included a fabulous North London Derby win for Arsenal at The Emirates.
Jon and Benedict had the opportunity to interview Maddie Chamberlain the manager of the iconic music venue Bodega!
Join Toby and Dom for a very special episode of URN Sport's 'Sticky Wicket' podcast, in which they are joined by BBC Radio 5 Live's Eleanor Oldroyd!
Today it has been exactly one year since our host, Ella Wydrzynska, last watched a live show in a theatre. On Wednesday (17th March) it will be the anniversary of theatres shutting in the West End and across the country because of the pandemic.
Now, one year on, this #SpotlightOn episode takes a look at what we've learnt, how the theatre industry has remained viable, and what the future might look like.
For a full playlist of all #SpotlightOn episodes, click here.
Plus, here are our top tips of theatre content you can still watch or should be keeping an eye on: * Broadway HD - a subscription service dedicated to shows from across Broadway and the West End. * Stream.Theatre - the platform that is most commonly used for streaming shows where you need to a buy a ticket before. Keep an eye out to see what becomes available! * The Shows Must Go On- a YouTube channel that regularly broadcast full shows completely for free. * The Space Between- a mini-musical created entirely during lockdown by David Hunter and Caroline Kay. * National Theatre At Home- a subscription service where you can watch National Theatre Live recordings; you can have a monthly subscription or pay for a single play. * The Theatre Café- a London-based café that this past year have hosted virtual concerts and launched their own 'Theatre Channel'. * Lambert Jackson- a production company who have been working tirelessly throughout lockdown to bring us fabulous new shows designed to be streamed online. Their website will keep you up to date on all their latest projects. * BBC iPlayerand Sky Arts are both freely available and regularly feature amazing theatre content, such as musicals, plays, opera and ballet.
Join Toby and Dom for a very special episode of URN Sport's 'Sticky Wicket' podcast, in which they discuss diversity in cricket in the company of three players from the Nottingham Ladies' cricket team.
Join Pavan and Ciaran for a very special episode of Chatting Like Champions, in which they discuss the issues of race, religion, sexuality and gender in football in the company of Asif Burhan of The Morning Star.
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Join Emily, Ethan, Jasmin and Isabelle as they discuss this week's biggest news stories. Including the debate around the Meghan and Harry interview with Oprah, the development of the Sarah Everard case, and growing concerns around women's safety and the possibility of Nottingham's John Lewis closing - what is the future for high street shops?
In this episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom discuss the current troubles at Meadow Lane and The City Ground.
Welcome one and all to the Film Show! On this one Isaac, Lizzy & John do a Rosamund Pike double bill with the brand new 'I Care A Lot' and the modern classic 'Gone Girl'. Then we chat about the Coen Brothers' 'Fargo' and Park Chan-wook's 'The Handmaiden'.
Back to the Skype call for this one unfortunately but it's a pretty cracking one if I do say so myself! All in a day's work in this week's Film Show, the only show to mention Judith Butler and Columbo in the same hour-long podcast (if not, please tell me so I can binge it immediately!)
Is Marge Gunderson the Coen's MVP? (Well, obviously!)
Should David Fincher stop using his horrible green-tinted
lighting? (Leading question courtesy of John's rampant editorialising)
Is it time for a 90s alt-metal reappraisal? (YES)
Tell us what you think on our various social media channels at the bottom of the description!
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro and I Care A Lot Review
17:25 - Gone Girl Review
34:24 - Fargo Chat
42:52 - The Handmaiden Chat
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your favourite female leads in films. Silkwood? Hidden Figures? Jackie Brown? Give us your best picks and we'll bring them up next show!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join Toby and Dom for another episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast 'Sticky Wicket'. This week, the lads are joined by the brilliant Yas Rana from wisden.com
Join Reece, Pavan, Alex and Cam in the latest edition of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In' podcast, in which they reflect on troubling times for Brighton and Liverpool, outstanding wins for Fulham and Manchester United and much, much more.
The annual WhatsOnStage Awards are taking place next week (Sunday 14th March) and you can watch them for yourself! See an all-star line-up of theatre performers singing numbers from some of the West End's most loved shows, and find out which of your nominated Angels have won on the night. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn for everything you need to know!
Get your tickets here: stream.theatre/WOSAwards
And see what performances you'll be able to watch right here: whatsonstage.com/21st-annual-whatsonstage-awards
We at Showtime are huge fans of Treason, a brand new musical about the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, and you should be too! In this clip, Ella chats to Ricky Allan, the composer of Treason,about his inspiration for the show, the difficulties of putting a musical together during lockdown, and why you should watch the concert production online next week.
Treason has been filmed live at Cadogan Hall in London and will be available to stream online from 12th-14th March. Tickets cost £15 and you can get them right here: treasonthemusical.com
Join Alex and Benji for a very special episode of Outside The Box, in which they are joined by former URN Sports Editor Jeremy Dunn to reflect on the struggles of reigning Premier League champions Liverpool.
Join James, Pavan, Reece and Benji as they reflect on another exciting weekend of Premier League football, which included Arsenal and Liverpool's return to winning ways, a controversial refereeing decision at The Hawthorns and a disappointing draw at Stamford Bridge.
Brother is an intimate new folk musical by Robin Simões da Silva and Annabel Mutale Reed about grief, new beginnings and brotherly love. It'll also be live-streamed from the Southwark Playhouse on the 5th and 6th March, so take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know!
Tickets are available here: southwarkplayhouse.co.uk/brother
For our first studio recording of the year (all Covid-safe of course!) we're going over four modern black & white films: Malcolm & Marie, Mank, The Lighthouse & The Forty-Year-Old Version. Just John and Lizzie on this one trying to puzzle over what Malcolm & Marie is actually trying to say and whether Mank's screenplay actually works!
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro and Malcolm & Marie Review
18:33 - Mank Review
35:15 - The Lighthouse Review
45:38 - The Forty-Year-Old Version Review
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your favourite black & white films- whether made in 1920 or 2020, we don't mind! Plan 9 or Ed Wood, Citizen Kane or Mank? Give us your favourites old and new!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join Pavan and Ciaran for another episode of 'Chatting Like Champions', your home of European Football talk on URN Sport.
Watery goodness abounds in this month's science podcast offering. Tune in to learn something about fish that you may never have realised.
On today's episode of Over The Trent, James and Dom are joined by Jason from the fantastic 'Rams Review' Derby County podcast to preview tomorrow night's huge East Midlands Derby at Pride Park.
To hear more from Jason and his terrific podcast, visit their Spotify page https://open.spotify.com/show/43dVeLKdYVWCjsGzupNvpG?si=3oVu8pc-RC-KdYJ8byyRcQ or subscribe to their YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClKYxlF3EkzxE1o1zDTZx9g.
Join Freya, Rebecca and Joe in this Pulse about the recent lockdown announcement, the Q and A with the Vice Chancellor and the call for boycotting the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijjing
Join James, Reece and Cam as they reflect on another incredible weekend of Premier League football, which saw Everton triumph at Anfield for the first time since September 1999, West Ham march into the top four and Sheffield United fall to another defeat.
Woo! The sophomore podcast from the latest run of the film show! Just John and Isaac on this one, we reviewed The White Tiger (and John gets too excited), chatted about Adam Curtis (pretty much ditto) and dissected how we watch films from home.
So is watching David Lynch's Dune on your phone while cooking valid? If it isn't then I don't want to be valid! Should the cinema experience go back unchanged after Covid or should we BURN IT TO THE GROUND?! Well, probably somewhere in between if I'm being honest.
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Intro & The White Tiger Review
16:17 - Adam Curtis Chat (+ mini Bitter Lake review)
30:43 - Casual Film Watching Chat + The Future of the Cinema
And our call to action! Tweet or insta us with your favourite filmmakers or tropes to make fun of! Adam Curtis is super ripe for parody but what about Tim Burton? Rockumentaries? Tarantino? Give us your hot takes (but be careful with my man Tim because I might get upset)!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
Join Toby and Dom for another episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, Sticky Wicket. This week, the lads are joined by special guest Mr Tom Snee!
This magical new musical by acclaimed musical theatre writers Richard Hough and Ben Morales Frost will be streaming online from 26th February to 14th March. Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know and then get your tickets right here: stream.theatre/TheSorcerersApprentice
Want a little taste of the show first? Check out these fabulous songs performed by the cast! * 'Brand New Me' by Mary Moore: youtube.com/2AU8J5jMt9Q * 'Spellbound' by Mary Moore and Yazdan Qafour: youtube.com/mbXuk9qgf_o
Join Pavan and Ciaran for a special episode of 'Chatting Like Champions', in which they're joined in the cockpit by Alex to reflect on this week's Champions League action.
Welcome to the Film Show! This is the first episode we've put up in this current run of the Film Show. We're discussing the new Pixar film 'Soul', taking on the Netflix period piece 'The Dig' and delivering some hot takes on the Golden Globes + saying goodbye to Christopher Plummer.
Hope you enjoy!
0:00 - Quick Podcast Intro
0:57 - Intro & Soul Review
20:40 - The Dig Review
38:40 - The Golden Globes & RIP Christopher Plummer
And a call to action! Tweet or insta us with your best awards hot takes, from Crash to Emily in Paris to Forrest Gump, give us those tasty unpopular opinions on the most popular film and TV!
Follow us at @urn_filmshow on Twitter and Instagram.
For our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2MmjDjk2GB5QAyI2UuXltn?si=c-5MxbEyQGS8Mewe0xHZRg
For all things URN: https://urn1350.net/
On this week's episode of Over The Trent, James and Dom reflect on another positive result for Notts County and a pair of progressive performances from Forest.
Join James, April, Cam, Reece and Benji in the latest episode of URN Sport's 'The Sports Centre', in which they discuss the headlines from the world's major sporting events. This week, the panel reflect on The Six Nations, The Australian Open and snooker's The Welsh Open.
Join James, Pavan and Reece for another episode of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In' podcast, in which the lads reflect on a late Liverpool loss at Leicester, a disappointing draw at The Hawthorns for Manchester United and big wins for Arsenal and Fulham.
In our 50th #SpotlightOn episode (I know, we can't believe it either!) we take a look at Jason Robert Brown's Songs For A New World, which you'll be able to watch online from 21st-28th February. Get your tickets here: stream.theatre/SongsForANewWorld
Why not take a behind the scenes look at this virtual production of Songs For A New World: youtube.com/Z-am1UdDHb0
And have a taste of the fabulous music in the show by checking out the 2018 Off-Broadway cast recording (featuring Shoshana Bean, Colin Donnell, Mykal Kilgore and Solea Pfeiffer): www.youtube.com/MWsoo6SpU7s&list
Join April and Dom as they reflect on Super Bowl LV, where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers triumphed over the Kansas City Chiefs at The Raymond James Stadium in Florida.
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom reflect on an incredible week for both of the city's football clubs, where the elder statesmen at Notts and Forest stole the headlines.
Join James, Cameron, Reece, Alex and Ciaran for another episode of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In'. This week, the lads reflect on brilliant wins for Aston Villa and Manchester City, battling points for Everton and Arsenal and troubling times for Sheffield United, West Brom and Fulham.
Following a sell-out run and an Offie nomination for Best New Musical, you do not want to miss this captivating, socially-distanced concert revival of Gatsby: A Musical filmed live at Cadogan Hall in London. It will be availble to stream online from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th February; tickets are available here: cadoganhall.com/gatsby-a-musical-stream
Join Pavan and Ciaran for another episode of URN Sport's European football podcast, Chatting Like Champions.
The Super Bowl is just around the corner! Join April and Dom for their preview of this Sunday's huge clash between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs.
Join Toby and Dom as they look ahead to the upcoming Test series between India and England.
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom reflect on both Forest and Notts' transfer deadline day business and preview their clashes tonight against Coventry City and Bromley respectively.
Regan who hosts the Electronic music show at URN had the opportunity to interview Drum and Bass producer and DJ Keeno.
Disney+ really is a globally succesful streaming service, but what theatre content do you get in your subscription? Find out as Ella gives you her top suggestions in this week's #SpotlightOn!
Join April and Dom for a very special episode of Touchdown, in which they are joined by URN's Toby and Niya!
Following the release of his fantastic new book 'Talking Reds', which tells the stories of ten Nottingham Forest greats, Dom sat down with author Keith Harrison for an entertaining and insightful chat about some of the finest players to ever wear the red jersey.
To purchase a copy of Keith's brilliant book, visit www.talkingredsbook.com.
To learn more about the terrific cause the book is raising funds for, visit https://nottinghamforestcommunitytrust.co.uk/nottingham-forest-power-chair-football-club/.
Join James, Reece and Benji in the first episode of the 'Sports Centre' in 2021, reflecting on the fantastic World Darts Championship in December, Yan Bingtao's stunning victory at the 2021 Masters and the controversial quarantine rules of The Australian Open, which is set to start next week.
Join April and Dom for another episode of Touchdown, URN Sport's Guide to the NFL. This week, the guys look back on the exciting Play-Off semi-finals.
In this week's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom reflect on frustrating weeks for both of the city's football clubs.
We're back back back back back again! This episode is me talking about chickens and eggs for nearly 17 minutes. Wow!
Join Joe, Matt, Anna and Ella as they discuss some of life's biggest questions like what is free will, would you ever die for a cause and would you commit crime if it was legal?
Join James, Pavan, Ciaran, Reece and Benji for another episode of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In' podcast, reflecting on Frank Lampard's sudden departure from Stamford Bridge and Manchester United's FA Cup triumph against Liverpool on Sunday.
Filmed on stage at the London Coliseum and streamed for three nights only, make sure you don’t miss out on this funny and heartfelt musical set to be seen like never before. Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more, and why not also check out Oliver Tompsett performing one of the songs from the show to get a taste of what to expect: youtube.com/EIMi4Yt-AIg
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change will stream online from Thursday 28th-Saturday 30th January. Tickets cost £15 (plus £2.25 booking fee) and are available here: londoncoliseum.org/i-love-you-youre-perfect
Join Toby and Chris for a very special episode of Sticky Wicket where they are joined by Chris Millard, the head of the famous 'Barmy Army'!
Join Pavan and Ciaran for a very special episode of Chatting Like Champions, where they are joined by BBC Radio 5 Live's Steve Crossman.
Join Dom and Toby for another action-packed episode of Sticky Wicket, featuring the podcast's first ever guest!
Join April and Dom for all the headlines from Week 3 of the NFL Play-Offs in this week's episode of Touchdown, URN Sport's American Football podcast.
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom review a superb set of victories for both Notts County and Nottingham Forest and look ahead to a big seven days for the city's clubs this week.
Join Pavan, Ciaran, Alex and Reece in the latest episode of URN Sport's Big Monday Night In podcast, where they react to some of the biggest headlines in football this week, including Liverpool's draw with Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday.
You know how excited we are about this brand new folk-inspired musical about the 1605 Gunpowder Plot. Well, now you can catch it for yourself in concert form from 12th-14th February! Check out this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you could possibly need to know about Treason The Musical.
Take a listen to all the songs released so far by heading here: treasonthemusical.com/music
And make sure you get your concert tickets booked ASAP to enjoy the early bird price of £10 (£15 after 1st February): treasonthemusical.com/tickets
EDIT: Please note that due to health and safety guidance, this concert has now been postponed to 12th-14th March instead. Tickets are £10 if booked before 1st March, and then £15 after that.
Join James, Joe and Alex as they preview this weekend's massive Premier League clash between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield.
Join April and Dom for another episode of URN Sport's American Football podcast, focusing on Week 2 of the Play-Offs.
Join James, Pavan, Ciaran, Cameron and Alex for the first Big Monday Night In podcast of 2021, in which they reflect on the shocks and stories of this weekend's FA Cup 3rd Round.
Lambert Jackson's incredible Leave A Light On concert series really made the first lockdown bearable for many theatre fans, so it's great news that they're now back for round two! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out who's involved in this brand new, exciting line-up.
Leave A Light On runs from 12th-26th January. Get your tickets booked here: eventbrite.co.uk/LeaveALightOn
Join April and Dom for a special episode of Touchdown, focusing on the first week of the Play-Offs.
On today's episode of Over The Trent, James and Dom reflect on a difficult start to 2021 for Notts County and an excellent win for The Reds against Preston North End last Saturday.
Join Pavan and Ciaran for a January transfer window special of 'Chatting Like Champions', URN Sport's European Football Podcast.
It's our first #SpotlightOn of the year and what a way to kick off 2021! This amazing musical concert stemmed from a viral sensation on TikTok last year and is now being performed by some of the biggest names in Broadway. It truly is a fantastic, organic and brilliantly put together piece of theatre, so make sure you watch it before it's gone!
Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical will be available until 11:59pm on Monday 4th January. Tickets start at $5 and are available here: todaytix.com/ratatouille-the-tiktok-musical
You can also check out this digital playbill for all the details of the cast and creative team: playbill.com/ratatouillemusical
Join April and Dom for the first 2021 edition of Touchdown, URN Sport's American Football podcast.
Join the URN Sport team for a celebration of their best bits in 2020, featuring highlights from live shows, podcasts and outside broadcasts.
A big thank you and congratulations to all members of the URN Sport team, past and present, for their hard work and incredible efforts this year.
Roll on 2021!
Welcome Back! This time, we are looking at the science of the cold. Be warned, I got a bit excited in the last section.
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom look back on a positive week for Nottingham Forest before previewing the Reds' clash with Birmingham City on Boxing Day.
Join James, Benji and Alex to look back on another epic weekend of Premier League football.
The #SpotlightOn podcast will be taking a little break next Sunday, but we would never leave without first letting you know all the amazing theatre content that will be available for free on television over the next week or so! Listen in to find out why you should watch each of these incredible shows, then check the listings below for a recap on dates and times. We'll then be back on 3rd January 2021!
- The Sound of Music Live! – 22nd Dec, Sky Arts, 9pm
- Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert – 23rd Dec, Sky Arts, 9pm
- The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall – Christmas Eve, Sky Arts, 9pm
- Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes – Christmas Day, BBC 2, 6pm (for more on this production, including an interview with the lead dancers, check out 'Spotlight On... The Red Shoes' by clicking here)
- Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake – Boxing Day, Sky Arts, 3:50pm
- Les Misérables in Concert: The 25th Anniversary – Boxing Day, Sky Arts, 6:05
- Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary – Boxing Day, Sky Arts, 9pm
- Cats – 27th Dec, Sky Arts, 9pm
- Billy Elliot the Musical – 30th Dec, Sky Arts, 9pm
- Uncle Vanya – 30th Dec, BBC 4, 10pm
There's less than a week to go, so what better way to get in the festive spirit than with an all-star Christmas concert! This incredible show is available at stream.theatre from tonight (20th December) to New Year's Day and features performances from the likes of Maureen Lipman, David Bedella, Jodie Prenger, Lee Mead, Kevin Clifton, The Vivienne, plus so many more! Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know.
Pick up a ticket and watch the concert right here: stream.theatre/WeNeedALittleChristmas
Join Pavan and Ciaran for the second episode of 'Chatting Like Champions', URN Sport's European Football podcast.
Join Alex, Pavan and April for another episode of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In' podcast.
Join James and Dom for a very special episode of Over the Trent, diving deeply into what's going wrong at The City Ground.
The Chicago Shakespeare Theater are making their 2018 production of Stiles & Drewe's Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure freely available on their website as of next weekend. Take a listen to this #SpotlightOn episode to find out exactly why you should watch it!
Catch the show right here from 19th December to 1st January: chicagoshakes.com/peterpan
And why not take a listen to the 2009 cast recording to give you a taste of what to expect: youtube.com/PeterPan_AMusicalAdventure
Join Pavan, Benji and Dan for a very special episode of URN Sport's 'Big Monday Night In': an assessment of yesterday's North London Derby between Tottenham and Arsenal.
Our playlist editor Olivia Peter, interviewed up and coming pop artist Lucy Deakin, they discuss her new debut album, her music inspirations and relationship advice.
There was just far too much to choose from this week, so here’s a highlights reel of some of the upcoming shows you’ll soon be able to watch from home! Take a listen and see what piques your interest…
- Rent shows or subscribe to the brand new National Theatre At Home streaming site: nationaltheatre.org.uk/ntathome
- Check out the Leicester Curve's award-winning production of Sunset Boulevard in concert form: curveonline.co.uk/sunset-boulevard-in-concert-at-home
- Make sure you don't miss the magical production of Pinocchio courtesy of the Chichester Festival Youth Theatre: cft.org.uk/pinocchio
- Want something to get you in the Christmas spirit and make you feel brilliantly cultured at the same time? Then the Birmingham Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker is for you: brb.org.uk/the-nutcracker-at-the-rep-online
- And why not round things off a little closer to home by watching the Nottingham Playhouse's Christmas pantomime, Cinderella, from the comfort of your own home: nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/cinderella-on-demand
Join Pavan and Ciaran for the first episode of URN Sport's brand new European football podcast!
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom look over a brilliant Friday night for Notts County and a terrible Sunday afternoon for Forest.
This episode I spoke to my housemate Max about all things Germany! If you're into German history, food and Christmas markets then is the show for you!
The Hope Mill Theatre's production of RENT is now steaming every Friday, Saturdy and Sunday until 20th December. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out exactly why you should watch this phenomenal piece of theatre!
Get your tickets for RENT here: hopemilltheatre.co.uk/events/rent-online
And if you'd like to hear more about the background of this production, why not listen to Part 1 of Showtime's Spotlight On... RENT: audioboom.com/posts/7724994
Join April and Dom for a look back over the week's NFL action in 'Touchdown', URN Sport's American Football podcast.
Join Dom and Toby for the latest episode of URN Sport's cricket podcast, Sticky Wicket.
Listen to Lilith and Tamarah interview Emily Coleman, UONSU's Welfare and Wellbeing Officer, about the Reach Out, Check In campaign being run by the SU.
URN has a new science podcast! Slap The Chicken aims to provide an entertaining look at a variety of scientific topics. This first episode is based around explosions.
Join Freya, Rebecca and Joe as they discuss the recent issues in the Burkina Faso election with jihadist threats
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom assess a brilliant late victory for Notts County and look back on a disappointing defeat for Forest at Oakwell.
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Here are just some of the best bits of URN Sport's live shows and podcasts over the last seven days.
The wonderful Bristol Old Vic theatre has a whole host of shows available online over the coming months: from the creepily enticing The Grinning Man to the festive classic A Christmas Carol, via family favourites like The Night That Autmumn Turned To Winterand Swallows and Amazons, and even Handel's Messiah. There really is something for everyone!
Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to hear more about the shows, and find out all you need to know (including dates, ticket prices and show trailers) right here: bristololdvic.org.uk/at-home
The Grinning Man is the first show available in the Bristol Old Vic's At Home season pass (priced at £12.99 to access all five shows). Get a taste of what to expect in the show's West End trailer: youtube.com/cBbYpUx1LEE
And hear Louis Maskell as the title character singing the song 'Labyrinth': youtube.com/MiDBheSXrUM
Alex, Benji and Isaac discuss the ongoing debates around who starts in the strongest England team, plus Isaac assesses how his team Chelsea have improved over the last few weeks.
Benji and Alex are joined by Cameron, and they discuss the build up to the vital Man City Liverpool game, plus they preview the weekend's other fixtures.
Listen to Chunekshi and Tamarah discuss the controversy surrounding the Sainsburys Christmas advert.
Presenter of urnelectronic Regan, caught up with Ela Minus on her new debut album Acts of Rebellion. In association with the Student Music Network
Join Connie, Rebecca and Liv as they discuss Dominic Cummings' stepping down from office
Specialist indie music show presenters Jon and Benedict Interview Fraser from The Tin Pigeons band
Here are just some of the best bits of URN Sport's live shows and podcasts over the last seven days.
Join James, Pavan, Reuben and Reece as they assess England's disappointing defeat to Belgium and the current state of Gareth Southgate's side.
Have a listen to how the progress of the URN members is going in Week 2. If you can donate every penny is greatly appreciated.
West End performer Hiba Elchikhe is bringing us a brand new series of concerts in partnership with Nimax Theatres and The Theatre Café. Named after an Everybody's Talking About Jamie lyric, these concerts will place a spotlight on a different theme each week and will feature some of the biggest names in British musical theatre. Listen in to this #SpotlightOn episode to find out more!
Check out the full cast list for each concert and get your tickets here: thetheatrecafe.co.uk/OutOfTheDarkness
This episode I am chatting to my wonderful friend Baff, who is from Ghana. We talk about a range of things from food, to customs, to health and beauty. Listen to this episode if you want to learn about a country that is like no other you've ever visited before.
Join Joe, Anna, Oli, Ella and Matt as they talk about all things student housing. They discuss what is like as a fresher choosing houses and housemates and reflect on what they might have done differently. For any first years wanting advice on housing this is the show for you!
Join Dom and Toby for a very special episode of URN's cricket podcast, 'Sticky Wicket'.
Alex and Benji are joined by one of the most respected Liverpool journalists in the world, James Pearce, who talks about a number of issues, including Joe Gomez's injury and the ramifications of that, inside information about Liverpool's transfer business and meeting Jurgen Klopp in person.
Join April and Dom for the very first live episode of 'Touchdown', URN Sport's Guide to the NFL.
This episode, I spoke to my good friend Taran who is half Austrian and often visits there to see family. Full of hilarious anecdotes about his time in the army and lots of delicious food, Taran takes us on a riveting journey through this European gem of a country.
Join Pavan and Ciaran as they look back on another crazy weekend of Premier League football.
For my first episode, I interviewed my good friend Henry (over zoom) and he told me all about Hong Kong. If you are ever thinking of visiting there, then this episode is a must so you can plan the perfect trip away!
On today's episode of Over the Trent, James and Dom sit down to discuss a mixed weekend for both of the city's football clubs.
In this clip Connie, Rebecca and Liv discuss Amber Heard's accusations in Johnny Depp's recent libel case with the Sun
Join Freya, Rebecca and Joe as they discuss the recent U turn by Boris Johnson following Marcus Rashford's campaigning for free school meals
Have a listen to how URN has got on during Week 1 of the Movember challenge. If you can donate please head over to: https://uk.movember.com/team/2385390
The Hope Mill Theatre's live production of RENT may have unfortunately been cut short due to the new lockdown restrictions, but the show must go on! It'll still be availble online from 27th November to 20th December, with strictly limited tickets, so book now to avoid disappointment: hopemilltheatre.co.uk/rent-online
Specialist Indie music presenters Jon and Benedict interview Nottingham based band Blondes. They discuss Tik Tok success, quick fire questions and how the Blondes band got together.
Join Joe, Ella, Matt, Anna and Oli and they discuss all things student food. They bring you their takes on halls food, takeaways and their student cooking tips.
In today's episode of Over the Trent, join James, Dom and Matt (a Wycombe fan!) to look over Forest's late, late win against Coventry, look ahead to the clash between The Reds and The Chairboys and preview Notts' return to action this Saturday.
We'd also like to wish a very happy birthday to Mr Les Bradd, Notts' all-time leading goal scorer! Happy birthday, legend!
From Here To Eternity has been a staple favourite on Showtime for many, many years now so it's very exciting that it'll be available to watch for free this weekend courtesy of The Shows Must Go On YouTube channel!
Take a look at the trailer for a taste of what to expect: youtube.com/sw_0P8_XWcc
And make sure you watch the show at any point from 7pm on Friday 6th November to 7pm on Sunday 8th November right here: youtube.com/fZ7c1gvP8xc
Join the Pulse panel as they discuss the US Election Results.
Join the team as they debate the impact of postal voting, discuss the key results and talk about what they think the next four years could look like in the White House.
One of our members at URN Sam Woods interviews Elderbrook ahead of his new debut album 'why do we shake in the cold
Join Edelle and Naiya as they speak to SU Liberation Officer Sam Hawkins about the importance of Black History Month, his first few weeks in the new role of Liberation officer and the events being put on by the SU to celebrate Black History Month.
Join Emily as she speaks to William and Amara, Nottingham Night Owls coordinators, about their new project aimed at fighting sexual harassment - Hoot Back!
Join Tamarah, Chunekshi, Clement and Holly as they preview the events of the US Election! The panel give listeners a simple guide on how the electoral system works, discuss key moments from both the election campaigns and Trump's presidency and try to predict who will win the race to the White House!
Join Pavan, Reece and James as they look back on another eventful weekend of Premier League football.
To support URN this Movember, visit https://movember.com/t/university-radio-nottingham?mc=1.
In the first episode of Series 3, James and Dom sit down to discuss a disappointing afternoon for Forest at the hands of Neil Warnock's Middlesbrough. We also turn our attentions to Wednesday night's clash against Coventry. To donate to URN's Movember effort, visit https://movember.com/t/university-radio-nottingham?mc=1
The ground-breaking play Emilia by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm is going to be available to watch online for two weeks this month! Pay what you can via the link below and do not miss out on this multi-Olivier Award winning piece of theatre, featuring an entirely female cast.
This archive recording of Emilia will be available to watch from 7:30pm on Tuesday 10th November to 7:30pm on Tuesday 24th November.
Get your tickets right here: emilialive.com
Watch the show's trailer for a taste of what to expect: youtube.com/h3yWbOq-ssA
And if you fancy experiencing #TheShowsMustGoOn Shakespeare Season, see what's available throughout November: youtube.com/L8eOe7idqNA
Join April and Dom as they guide you through the biggest news and the fundamentals of American Football.
Join Freya, Rebecca and Joe as they discuss the latest stories from a response to the SU letter, the effects of Covid on the younger generations, and new abortion laws in Poland
Join James, Pavan, Benji and Dom to discuss another intriguing weekend of Premier League football, which saw Everton's unbeaten start to the season end at St Mary's, Leicester snatch all three points away at Arsenal and Man City drop points away at David Moyes' resurgent West Ham.
The trailer for Ryan Murphy's upcoming film adaptation of The Prom was released earlier this week and it looks stupendously theatrical! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out why you should be very excited about this new film.
Check out the trailer for yourself right here: youtube.com/Zt9v3f35l5Y
And don't forget Showtime is now back live on air at urn1350.net every Sunday from 6-7pm! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest info.
Episode music credits: Chad Beguelin & Matthew Sklar (‘It’s Time to Dance’, The Prom: A New Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2018; copyright: Sony Music Entertainment/The Prom Cast Album Recording LLC)
Join Ella, Joe, Oli, Anna and Matt as they discuss all things isolation. This week they're in isolation and they try to give an insight into what it's like
Join James, April, Pavan, Alex, Ciaran, Toby and Reece to look back over a frantic weekend of Premier League football, which saw Liverpool denied a last minute winner against local rivals Everton, Southampton snatch a draw at Stamford Bridge and West Ham stage a stunning comeback away at Spurs.
Fancy watching the spectacle that is Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds from the comfort of your own home, entirely for free? Well, check out #TheShowsMustGoOn YouTube channel this Friday to do exactly that!
The War of the Worlds will be availble from 7pm on Friday 23rd October to 7pm on Sunday 25th October right here: youtube.com/TheShowsMustGoOn
And make sure you're following Showtime on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest musical theatre news - and so you don't miss our first live show back on air!
Join Joe, Ella, Anna, Matt and Oli as they discuss what it was like settling into University as freshers and how they're settling in this year as housemates
An interview will the full time Students' Union officers discussing their open letter sent on 6th October to both Shearer West and Gavin Williamson about the provisions and support needed for students during the coronavirus pandemic.
See the full letter here: https://su.nottingham.ac.uk/news/article/Letter-to-the-government-and-university
Join Ben, April and Rory as they discuss the day's top news stories! Including debates on the new COVID rules on pubs and bars in Nottingham, the isolation food provided to students at UoN and how households could be saving money by cutting food wastage.
Join Joe, Ben, Reuben, Dom, April and James as they discuss the latest news in the world of sport. This week they talked about the French and US Open, the NBA finals, the NFL and the latest round of horseracing
Join James, Pavan, Dom and Reece as they discuss England's victories over Wales and Belgium, the Premier League's plans for streaming non-televised games and Project Big Picture.
The wonderful people at Lambert Jackson and Crazy Coqs will soon be bringing First Date: The Musical into your home! Take a listen to this week’s #SpotlightOn for everything you need to know about this brilliantly rocky musical, and make sure to get your tickets here: fane.co.uk
Fancy a taste of what to expect from the show? Check out Samantha Barks singing 'Safer': youtube.com/JOMuVe9wmxA
Make sure you follow Showtime on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest musical theatre updates!
Music credit: Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner (‘First Impressions’, First Date: The Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2018, Yellow Sound Label)
In this first episode of a brand new URN Sport podcast, the 'Big Monday Night In', join James, April, Pavan, Ciaran, Benji and Alex to discuss a frantic weekend of Premier League football and the last few hours of the summer transfer window.
A brand new web series called The Theatre Channel has just launched - and it is utterly brilliant! Feautring the crème de la crème of the theatre industry performing some of the best loved show tunes around, this is certainly not something to be missed. Get your tickets right here: thetheatrecafe.co.uk/channel
New to Showtime and want to stay up to date on all URN's latest musical theatre news? Click to follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Sir Matthew Bourne's stunning production of The Red Shoes will be broadcast to cinemas nationwide this week. Listen to this #SpotlightOn episode for an interview with two of the principal dancers, Adam Cooper and Ashley Shaw, to find out everything you need to know about this spectacular ballet!
Find your local cinema and get tickets for The Red Shoes here: theredshoescinema.com
And for a taste of the performance, why not check out New Adventures' 'The Red Shoes From Home' video: youtube.com/TheRedShoesFromHome
Want to catch up on Showtime's return to the airwaves earlier this week? Listen back to the full show right here: audioboom.com/7689354
Missed Showtime's return to the airwaves? Listen back to our special #SpotlightOn episode for a recap of theatre in lockdown, a bit of upcoming theatre news, and all the best show tunes around!
If you want to catch up on any of our #SpotlightOn podcasts that you might have missed over the summer, take a look at this handy playlist of every episode to date: facebook.com/SpotlightOn
Music credits:
- Ben Adams & Chris Wilkins (‘Go Eugenius!’, Eugenius – Original West End Cast Recording, 2018; copyright & publisher: 2017 Benjamin Adams)
- Kevin Murphy & Laurence O’Keefe (‘I Say No’, Heathers – Original West End Cast Recording, 2019; label & copyright: Ghostlight Records)
- Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus & Tim Rice (‘Anthem’, performed by Josh Groban, Stages, 2015; label & copyright: Reprise Records)
- Lin-Manuel Miranda (‘The Room Where It Happens’, Hamilton – Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2015; label: Atlantic Records; copyright: Hamilton Uptown, LLC)
- Caroline Kay & David Hunter (‘Half of My Heart’, The Space Between, 2020; copyright & publisher: David Hunter/Caroline Kay)
- Charlie Smalls (‘Ease on Down the Road’, The Wiz – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, 1978; label: MCA Records; copyright: Universal City Studios)
- Ben Platt (‘Run Away’, Sing to Me Instead, 2019; label: Atlantic; copyright: WEA International)
- Andrew Lloyd Webber & Richard Stilgoe (‘Light at the End of the Tunnel’, The New Starlight Express, 2007; label: Polydor; copyright: The Really Useful Group Ltd.)
Take a listen to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out about re-opening theatres, an upcoming concert from two West End mega-stars, and the imminent return of your favourite student radio musical theatre show!
Click here for tickets to 'One Night Stand: Rachel Tucker and John Owen Jones In Concert' (23rd September, 21:30).
And don't forget to tune in to urn1350.net on Wednesday (23rd September) from 1-2pm to hear the first episode of Showtime since March!
Some other useful links:
- The Shows Must Go On YouTube channel launches again this Friday (25th September) with new weekly shows.
- Six is set to become the first musical to return to the West End with socially distanced performances beginning in November. Click on the relevant location to get tickets for London (Lyric Theatre, 14th Nov-31st Jan) or Salford (The Lowry, 27th Nov-10th Jan).
- Click here for more information about Sleepless the Musical at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
- Find out more about what's on at the Southwark Playhouse as they prepare to begin socially distanced performances of The Last Five Years and also stream a new musical, Before After, online next weekend.
- Check out the line up of content at the Nottingham Playhouse this autumn, featuring new material from award-winning playwright James Graham.
Take Two Theatricals are launching a brand new series of concerts starting this Friday (18th September), featuring some of the biggest names in theatre performing at the London Coliseum. Listen in to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know!
For a taste of what to expect, check out this trailer: youtube.com/H1Tj97JVTGM
And make sure you get your tickets here: stream.theatre/home
The Nottingham Playhouse have just announced a brand new festival of content this autumn which includes Mark Gatiss reading ghost stories, a concert with West End leading ladies, and a brand new play by James Graham. Plus, for the first time since March, you can actually go to the theatre to see things live (or continue watching online from home)! Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more.
Check out the full list of content available as part of the Nottingham Playhouse Unlocked festival right here: nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/brand-new-festival-announced
This Wednesday, archival footage of the dress rehearsal of the hit play My Beautiful Laundrette (based on the 1985 film of the same name) will be added to the Leicester Curve's extensive list of online material as part of 'The Show Must Go OnLINE'. Give it a watch and check out everything else they have to offer right here: curveonline.co.uk/the-show-must-go-online
Are you a die-hard fan of Disney? Partial to a bit of Pixar? An all-round admirer of animated films and the music therein? Well, you'll love the topic of this week's #SpotlightOn - West End Does: The Magic of Animation (Unplugged)!
This concert will stream on 28th and 29th August, with tickets available from the following link: westenddoes.com
Love Stephen Schwartz and want to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Godspell in style? Find out all you need to know in this week’s #SpotlightOn!
Get your tickets for the 50th Anniversary concert right here: hopemilltheatre.co.uk/events/godspell
And make sure you check out Jodie Steele's version of 'Beautiful City' for a taste of the show, available on all streaming platforms: broadwayrecords.com/beautiful-city
Music credits: Stephen Schwartz (‘Prepare Ye’, ‘All For The Best’ & ‘Bless The Lord’; Godspell – The New Broadway Cast Recording, 2011; label: Ghostlight Records; copyright: The Godspell Broadway Album LP)
Lambert Jackson are bringing us another fabulous live-streamed concert, this time featuring the stars of London's Waitress, David Hunter and Lucie Jones! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn for everything you need to know about this upcoming gig and get your tickets here: eventbrite.co.uk/111305096540
To find out more about the 2020/21 Waitress UK tour, head to: waitressthemusical.co.uk
And if you missed out on The Space Between, a mini-musical by David Hunter and Caroline Kay, catch up right here: audioboom.com/7636015-showtime-spotlight-on-the-space-between
As the dust settles on the 2019/2020 Premier League season, the URN Sport Team are back to give out their annual awards, including 'Best Moment', 'Best Goal' and 'Ultimate XI'.
Worried about the news that Phantom is going to ‘permanently shut down’ in the West End? Well, have no fear! Listen in to this week’s #SpotlightOn for everything you need to know about what’s happening to this beloved musical.
And if you want to hear more about Andrew Lloyd Webber's test pilot of a socially-distanced performance at the London Palladium, catch up on last week's episode here: audioboom.com/posts/7641255-showtime-spotlight-on-andrew-lloyd-webber
This week saw the biggest development in theatre since Coronavirus began, with Andrew Lloyd Webber hosting a trial socially-distanced live performance at the London Palladium. Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more and see what this might mean for the wider theatre industry.
Check out the speech Andrew Lloyd Webber gave prior to the performance: youtube.com/K_mrIP-z814
Or read a written version here: thestage.co.uk/news/palladium-test-event-andrew-lloyd-webbers-speech-in-full
The Space Between is a brilliant new mini-musical by David Hunter and Caroline Kay that’s available on YouTube right now. Listen in to this week’s #SpotlightOn to find out exactly why it's so good!
To watch the full video, head to: youtube.com/1jMCO4shFMI
Everyone's favourite musical theatre improvisers are presenting a brand new, never seen before (or again!) show online later this month, streamed live to your home! Listen in to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out all you need to know about Showstopper! The (Socially Distanced) Improvised Musical.
This will be a one hour concert on Tuesday 21st July, starting at 7:30pm. You'll receive a link to watch the show online a couple of hours before it is set to begin. Tickets cost £7.50 for adults, £5 for concessions (not including booking fees) and can be bought here: eventbrite.co.uk/showstopper-the-socially-distanced-improvised-musical-tickets
To get a taste of what The Showstoppers have to offer, why not watch some highlights from a past performance at the Edinburgh Fringe: youtube.com/4LZWg2vi6GE
The URN Sport team return to discuss rounds 3 and 4 of Project Restart, considering the rise of Manchester United, the fall of AFC Bournemouth and the small issue of VAR.
Joseph is back twofold this week as we bid a (temporary) farewell to #TheShowsMustGoOn YouTube channel and celebrate an all-star cast concert version of this hit musical. Take a listen to find out more!
Update: The #JosephDreamConcert will be streamed online at 18:30 on Friday 10th July to raise money for Acting For Others. The link to the video will be posted later this week, so head to @JosephConcert on Twitter or Facebook for more info.
You can also make a donation here: justgiving.com/josephdreamconcert
Music credit: Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice (‘The Joseph Megamix’, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – London Palladium Cast Recording, 1991; label: Polydor Records; copyright: The Really Useful Group Ltd.)
A Pulse Special investigating how you can proactively help to support the Black Lives Matter movement. Discussing the importance of social media, the impact of protesting, and exploring different ways in which you can show your solidarity.
00:30-23:07: University of Nottingham’s BLM Statement
Including interview with Chineye Nwagagbo, President of UoN’s African Caribbean Society 23:07-56:39: Impact of Social Media
Including an excerpt from URN’s Under the Radar show hosted by Louis Griffin and interviews with Social and Video producer Georgia Pinfold from KissFM and Hosanna Serukenya from @Seruksessions on Instagram
56:39-1:17:58 : Showing Support Through Protests
Featuring speeches from @blm.movementnorwich on Instagram, Emily Webb and Norwich Supports Black Lives Matter on YouTube - full livestream available here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YONVmesV1DI&app=desktop. Interviews from Charleene Tom, Evan Diver-Hall, Dulcie Bushill and Alice Nott.1:17:58-1:48:03 : Other Ways You Can Support the Movement
Including contributions from Caetano Capurro, Georgie Musson, Ella Frary, Emily Bunce (@em.bunce on Instagram), Emma Vincent, Kelly Gibbons, Aiysha Rao, Anna Lambert (@annasbookgroup on Instagram), Toby Mcgarry and Ruby Felton.This is not just a moment. This a movement.Find our collection of recommended resources here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18SigtxUFdxOyV57ofSFJnVSAglvAOpvxKb77lAj0vcw/edit?usp=sharing
This is our last installment of Lockdown in Review for 2020 so take a listen as some of our shows say goodbye for the last time and we have an exclusive interview with the King of Ocean.
The URN Sport boys are back to discuss the latest round of Premier League games as well as the FA Cup Quarter-Finals which took place over the weekend.
Hamilton is coming to Disney+ and you do not want to miss it! Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out everything you need to know about the upcoming #Hamilfilm
Music credits: Lin-Manuel Miranda (‘Alexander Hamilton’, ‘Satisfied’, ‘Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)’ & ‘The Room Where It Happens’, Hamilton - Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2015; label: Atlantic Records; copyright: Hamilton Uptown, LLC)
Jamie, Ben, Isaac, Joseph and Lizzie review everyone's favourite films and the panel is challenged to a quiz show mashup
Timestamps:
Zodiac: 02:14
Breathless: 12:47
Almost Famous: 21:57
Boyhood: 31:14
Patterson: 41:42
Quiz Show Mashup: 56:08
The URN Sport Team are back to discuss the return of the Premier League and the headlines that surround the first phase of football behind closed doors in England.
Last week URN brought you an episode of Castaway Cassettes, the Film Show and a Coronavirus special from the 12 years show focusing on how the coronavirus has impacted the environment.
Find out how you can catch the wonderful Josh Groban live in concert from the comfort of your own home!
For tickets, head to: joshgroban.com
I interviewed people from our university to find out what they think the impact of the Corona Virus will be, both positive and negative, on our planet and sustainability efforts.
The penultimate episode of The Film Show for 19/20
Jamie, Isaac & Joseph catch up with the movies released this year before the big finale. Including Da 5 Bloods (2020), The King of Staten Island (2020), The Assistant (2020) & more.
Take a listen to this week's #SpotlightOn podcast to find out how you can catch an innovative, isolation-inspired performance of Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years!
To get tickets, head to: lwtheatres.co.uk/the-last-five-years/
Music credit: Jason Robert Brown (‘Still Hurting’, The Last Five Years, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, 2015; performed by: Anna Kendrick; copyright: Sh-K-Boom Records, Inc.)
Jamie, Isaac, Ben, Joseph and Lizzie discuss their time as a team on The Film Show
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to broadcast from home.
(Apologies for the sound effects that play through the microphones a couple of times during the show)
Have a listen to some of URN's podcasts from this week: a Premier League Preview, the Positive Place Podcast and the Matt and James Podcast which discussed the Black Lives Matter movement.
On today's episode of the Positive Place we discuss what new skills you've been learning during lockdown, and the skills businesses have learnt through adapting to working online.
Featuring interviews from Hannah-Beth from the Little Surprises Company and Ruth from Three Bears Cookery Club, this week we hope to inspire you to try something new!
3 Bears Cookery Club: https://www.threebearscookeryclub.com/
Little Surprises Company: https://www.thelittlesurprisescompany.co.uk/
In light of the current Black Lives Matter protests, Ella reflects on how the theatre industry needs to help support Black talent and Black people, and how we should all recognise that silence is compliance.
For more information on how you can support #BlackLivesMatter from the UK: * blacklivesmatters.carrd.co * docs.google.com/document/d/10iIz_pFB8DzPkwddc8dcmJdJ0ZMITfTs7lvs4uyusZk
Check out the trailer for The Wiz Live! here: youtube.com/KGBrcHckXnU
And watch the full show (and donate to the NAACP) on The Shows Must Go On YouTube channel from 7pm this Friday (12th June): youtube.com/46S9yppXxKE
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to broadcast from home
Jamie, Joseph, Ben, Isaac and a returning Lizzie each recommend a film from the following three types of animation; Traditional, Stop Motion & Computer Generated.
Check out our socially distant interview, the home edition of the Pre-Ocean show and some design ideas from Burger Kings around the world.
Find out how you can experience some top quality theatre courtesy of New York's Lincoln Center throughout June, starting with Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel this Friday!
Check out the Lincon Center's YouTube channel to watch all the shows, plus find loads more music, theatre and dance content: youtube.com/LincolnCenterVideos
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to broadcast from isolation
Jamie, Joseph, Ben & Isaac discuss The Big Sick and The Lovebirds, two films from the actor/director combination of Kumail Nanjiani and Michael Showalter.
They then go on to discuss other great collaborations.
This week we discuss whether social media has become a more positive space during lockdown. Including interviews from children's author Natalie Reeves Billing about her new book Ben and the Bug, more URN presenters share stories of broadcasting from home, and Girlguiding member Mhairi makes it a hattrick of Girlguiding appearance as we discuss the online festival Adventures at Home.
Follow Natalie on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/BillingReeves
Catch up on Girlguiding Adventures at Home here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWR12ZGL_AM
Missed any of our shows? Here's a snapshot of some from last week that are still broadcasting as well as what URN has got up to during the second month of isolation.
“If for just a moment you want to recapture that feeling of being in the middle of an audience watching a live performance unfold in front of your eyes, and just enjoying it for the sake of it being good, then I cannot recommend Ben Platt’s Netflix special highly enough.”
In a week that has seen more theatres try - and fail - to work out whether they can reopen at reduced capacity, I recommend watching Ben Platt 'Live From Radio City Music Hall' for an evening that absolutely celebrates live music instead. Listen to this week's #SpotlightOn to find out more!
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to broadcast from our homes!
Jamie presents: Isaac vs. Joseph: The Genre Challenge
Who can do the best in recommending me a film from the chosen genres...ranging from the broad to the very specific.
Have a listen to what URN has got up to in the second month of isolation; from finishing University work to binge watching TV, making fires to drastic haircuts and even spending time with a tortoise...
This week The Positive Place Podcast focuses on all things active! We speak to Lucy about her online Zumba classes and Jenny and Georgi from UNLCC discuss how the cricket season has been affected by lockdown.
Find out more about Zumba with Lucy Nottingham here - https://www.facebook.com/zumbawithlucynotts/
Keep up to date with UoN Ladies Cricket on Twitter - https://twitter.com/unlcc?lang=en
Read the full article all about how Olympic athletes are training in lockdown -https://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/train-olympics-lockdown-200405131539014.html
We, like the real Eurovision, may not be able to host a live competition this year, but join me as I look back over our past #URNivision winners and chat about some of my favourite European musicals!
Here's a few suggestions to check out: * Soldaat van Oranje (Soldier of Orange): + Listen to the single version of the song ‘Morgen Is Vandaag’: youtube.com/watch?v=qeAXWKCo_Cs + And for a taste of the incredible, 360° staging: youtube.com/watch?v=DgGAg62xh9s * Tanz der Vampire (finale number): youtube.com/watch?v=iEtez3VeAhg + And for the oh-so entertaining plot on the Wikipedia page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dance_of_the_Vampires_(musical) * Michael Kunze’s Elisabeth (international trailer): youtube.com/watch?v=YPhxQy1ZiXE * Michael Kunze’s Mozart! Das Musical + Mozart’s “big song” (‘Wie wird man seinen Schatten los’) performed by Oedo Kuipers: youtube.com/watch?v=YPhxQy1ZiXE + Mozart! (act 1) recorded live at the Rainmund Theatre, Vienna: youtube.com/watch?v=narShT7KhEM * Mozart, l’opera rock is a rock opera about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (what a sentence) which premiered in Paris in 2009 before going on to have productions in Belgium and Switzerland. Take a listen to the song ‘Tatoue-moi’ which became a number 1 hit in France (and sounds like it was written by Mika): youtube.com/watch?v=KtTlVYG9o8Y * Roméo et Juliette: de la Haine à l'Amour is a musical by Gérard Presgurvic that takes a more pop/rock-influenced approach to the Shakespeare play of the same name. It opened in Paris in 2001 and the song ‘Les Rois Du Monde’ was a huge pop hit in France and Belgium: youtube.com/watch?v=7gh81PYERlM * Monte Cristo is one of the few Russian musicals to be recognised internationally and is kind of like a cross between Phantom and Jekyll & Hyde but with more electric guitar: youtube.com/watch?v=DOmK2PnN0II * Another rock opera based on a Shakespeare play, Hamlet is a Czech musical that has (apparently) been compared to Jesus Christ Superstar: youtube.com/watch?v=OI6Ldc8ExLg
And to finish off, just a few of my favourite songs from foreign translations of hit English-language shows: * Tarzan in German: youtube.com/watch?v=hcORe71UZXI * Book of Mormon performing ‘Turn It Off’ in Swedish: youtube.com/watch?v=wJsgrdfbVrA * Also in Swedish, why not a bit of Mamma Mia: youtube.com/watch?v=AThkmxENaOg * And a dance-based musical that is reasonably universal, Cats: youtube.com/watch?v=LxG0P9PWApY
Music credits in order of use: Marc-Antoine Charpentier (‘Te Deum’); Benny Andersson & Björn Ulvaeus (‘Waterloo’, Mamma Mia, Original Cast Recording, 1999); David Yazbek (‘Model Behaviour’, Women On The Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2011); Alan Menken & Howard Ashman (‘Be Our Guest’, Beauty and the Beast, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, 2017); David Baerwald & Kevin Gilbert (‘Come What May’, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2019); Lucy Moss & Toby Marlow (‘Haus of Holbein’, Six: The Musial, Studio Cast Recording, 2018); Tom Harriman, Pamela Philips Oland & Frans van Deursen (‘Morgen Is Vandaag [single vesion’, Soldaat van Oranje, Original Dutch Cast Recording, 2011); Jim Steinman & Michael Kunze (‘Totale Finsternis’, Tanz der Vampire, Original German Cast Recording, 1998).
Part 1: https://audioboom.com/posts/7584679-the-film-show-the-director-special-part-1
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to broadcast from home!
Jamie, Joseph, Isaac & Ben each explain who their top 5 favourite directors are and recommend a film from each director.
Part 2: https://audioboom.com/posts/7585720-the-film-show-the-director-special-part-2
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to broadcast from home!
Jamie, Joseph, Isaac & Ben each give their argument for who the top 5 objectively best directors working today are.
URN has been busy this week with lots of podcasts on the go and the SU elections at the start of the week.
The Positive Place Podcast presents episode four, filled with volunteering and social action ideas. Emily speaks to Erin from Planning Aid Scotland, we hear from more Girlguiding members about how they're continuing volunteering from home, and an interview with UoN students Charlie and Alfie explains all you need to know about the social media group 'Communi-teas'
Find out more about PAS here: https://www.pas.org.uk/
Join UoN Communities here: @uoncommunitea and https://www.facebook.com/uoncommunitea/
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Education Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Community Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Rebecca calls in to Jared Spencer, and picks apart his manifesto for SU Black + Minority Ethnic Officer.
Rebecca speaks to James Pheasey and Madeline Fox, candidates for the new SU officer position, Union Development Officer.
Rebecca speaks to Adam Huckerby and Sofia Thomas, candidates for SU Community Officer, and breaks down parts of their manifestos.
The hit musical based on Alison Bechdel's graphic novel of the same name is going to be streamed online from 12th-24th May, courtesy of Chicago's Victory Gardens Theater. Take a listen to find out more, and make sure to get your tickets here: victorygardens.org/event/fun-home-streaming
Music credits: Jeanine Tesori & Lisa Kron ('Telephone Wire', 'Ring of Keys' and 'Raincoat of Love', Fun Home, Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2015)
Join Philippa, Jamie and special guests Sam and Joe as they discuss historical accuracy, generic fantasy, and worldbuilding in dungeons and dragons. Do DnD games need to conform to generic medieval fantasy tropes and how can we create worlds in our roleplaying games that are inclusive for our players?
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Women's Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Welfare and Wellbeing Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Union Development Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of BME Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Liberation Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Have a listen to the manifestos for the role of Environment and Social Justice Officer and what URN thinks so far.
Part of the Home Theatre series as we continue to record from home
Jamie, Joseph, Ben & Isaac discuss and review every film in the catalogue of Wes Anderson in attempts to define the visionary's style
Jamie and Philippa discuss the various things they and others have been up to during the coronavirus lockdown and how people have been moving their nerdy hobbies online. Topics range from the creation of the twitter Doctor Who watch-a-long, how to play Dungeons and Dragons online, and a long tangent about french bread.
Welcome to series 2 episode 8 of Off the Page: the podcast showcasing the work of the Creative Writing Society at the University of Nottingham.
This episode is an unedited/“live” chat between the 2019/2020 committee who joined an audio call to discuss this past year of Creative Writing. It is hosted by Madeleine Roche (she/her) and includes Matthew Bird (he/him), Ravi Kakkad (he/him), Philippa Flanagan-Smith (she/her), Charlotte Hammond (she/her) and Tom Erskine-Jones (he/him). Thank you to the committee for a great year and for all they do for the society. Our AGM is coming soon so good luck to next year’s committee. Thanks to Cosmin Mudure for our jingle.
To find out more about us as a society head over to our:
SU page: https://www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/societies/society/CreativeWriting/
Website and blog: uncws.com
or follow us on social media:
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UoNCreativeWritingSociety
Facebook group (members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/539538213298612/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uoncreativewriting/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UoN_CW
Join the URN Sport team as they look back at the 2015/16 premier league season. From the highs of Leicester City winning the league to the lows of the Mourinho meltdown, this season is seen as one of the best ever.
Tonight’s episode celebrates the #LeaveALightOn online concerts being run by The Theatre Cafe in association with Lambert Jackson Productions. Take a listen to find out more, and purchase tickets here: thetheatrecafe.co.uk/events
Join Philippa and Jamie as they discuss the longevity of TV series and why many TV series decline over time. Why do so many TV series 'jump the shark,' is there a way to stop this, and what is the ideal length of a TV series?
Part of the 'Home Theatre' series as we continue to record from isolation.
Jamie, Joseph & Ben debate the winners of the Academy Award for Best Picture from The King Speech in 2010 to Parasite in 2019.
The "2010's" refers to the year of the film's original release date being from 2010 to 2019. E.g. Parasite was released in 2019 and won the 2019 Oscars, the ceremony of which took place in 2020.
Jamie, Isaac, Joseph & Ben discuss three of the biggest films by acclaimed filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson. Featuring; Phantom Thread (2017), The Master (2012) & There Will Be Blood (2007)
Have a listen as Flora talks to Ben Wilson, an ex-RAF veteran who is planning on walking the 3 peaks from the comfort of his home to support military charities who helped him through tough times.
To donate and support Ben: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=Bens_3_Peaks_Stair_Challenge&pageUrl=1
This week, Emily speaks to members of Girlguiding about their virtual meetings and the online initiatives of the Advocate panel, Philippa interviews singer and songwriter Sam Marshall all about his isolation songwriting challenge and members of URN and Nottingham New Theatre discuss how the University of Nottingham's societies are continuing from our own homes.
Follow Sam Marshall here: https://www.facebook.com/HideoutNottingham/
Find out more about the Girlguiding Advocate Panel: https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/girls-making-change/were-speaking-out/advocates/
Broadway's biggest stars are hosting a once-in-a-lifetime concert in honour of Stephen Sondheim's 90th birthday. Take a listen to find out why you definitely don't want to miss it!
To watch Broadway.com's "Take Me to the World: A Sondheim 90th Birthday Celebration": youtube.com/A92wZIvEUAw
Music credits:
Stephen Sondheim (‘Rose’s Turn’ from Gypsy, performed by Imelda Staunton, London Cast Recording, 2015); (‘The Ballad of Sweeney Todd’ from Sweeney Todd, London Cast Recording, 2012); (‘The Ballad of Guiteau’ from Assassins, performed by Neil Patrick Harris, Broadway Cast Recording, 2004); (‘Being Alive’ from Company, performed by Rosalie Craig, London Cast Recording, 2018)
Join Philippa and Jamie as they discuss the effects of fan entitlement and why it might occur. Discussion ranges from the bullying of Kelly Marie Tran on twitter by the Star Wars fandom, to the loss of creepy human Sonic thanks to audience reactions.
Join James, Joe, Jez, Benji and Callum as they reminisce about seasons gone. Today they discussed the infamous 2013-14 season. With two Liverpool supporters, a Fulham, Arsenal and Everton fan you get a whole range of perspectives on this season of ups and downs
Join Emily as she interviews Tamsin Westhorpe, voice of Fresh From the Pod, all about how to start gardening, and Fay and Matt Doyle from This Expansive Adventure, who discuss their new online initiative #MindfulMomentsPhoto. This episode will encourage everyone to make the most of their time outdoors during isolation!
Welcome to series 2 episode 7 of Off the Page: the podcast showcasing the work of the Creative Writing Society at the University of Nottingham. This episode is hosted by Madeleine Roche (she/her) and includes writing from Matthew Bird (he/him) and Madeleine Roche (she/her). This is the third of our mini episodes. Hopefully they can give you some respite during this stressful period. Thanks to Cosmin Mudure for our jingle.
Trigger warnings: some mild swearing.
To find out more about us as a society head over to our:
SU page: https://www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/societies/society/CreativeWriting/
Website and blog: uncws.com
or follow us on social media:
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UoNCreativeWritingSociety
Facebook group (members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/539538213298612/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uoncreativewriting/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UoN_CW
Has the boredom set in? Have you tried something crazy? Take a listen to what URN has got up to during the first month of isolation...
We're celebrating all things Disney this week, so listen in to find out how you can catch some fabulous Disney-themed performances from some of musical theatre's biggest names!
For the Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadwayconcert: youtube.com/nbStmh_l8NI
And watch Felix Hagan's live 'Disney Night' concert (courtesy of Hagan Music) right here: facebook.com/haganmusic/videos/268710400954585
Join Athena, Ibtisam, Jamie, and Philippa in the second half of their discussion on the male gaze and the reaction of the female gaze. Discussion ranges from how to tell your sexy lamp from your Bechdel test, to why we all love 'Birds of Prey' and Margot Robbie so much.
Jamie, Isaac and Joseph debate the top 5 actresses and top 5 actors working in the industry today
Join Joe as he interviews Nina from University of Nottingham's Formula Student Racing Team. They discuss how the team builds a car from scratch and race it in an international competition.
Emily and her panel of guests talk all things creative; from knitting to digital art, music to photography. This episode will give everyone an idea of how to tune into their creative side during isolation!
For all knitting fun: www.knitnottingham.co.uk
Join Philippa, Athena, Ibtisam and Jamie as they discuss the male gaze and how it affects nerd culture. This is part one of two discussing the male gaze. Next week, we discuss it's response, the feminist gaze.
Listen as we discuss all things Easter, from baking to egg hunts and how Easter in isolation compared to our usual Easter traditions.
Fancy a night out at the theatre from the comfort of your own home? Catch Jason Manford in the West End production of Kander & Ebb's 'Curtains' this Tuesday (14th April) at 7:15pm! Tickets are available here for the live stream: page.inplayer.com/curtainsthemusical
And if you're interested in any of the other online shows discussed in this episode, check out the following: * Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Shows Must Go On YouTube Channel, for a new musical each Friday * National Theatre At Home YouTube Channel, for a NT show each Thursday
Music credit: John Kander & Fred Ebb (‘Show People’ from Curtains, Original Broadway Cast Recording, 2007)
Jamie, Joseph and Isaac talk about Films that deal with the music industry. Featuring Amy (2015), Rocketman (2019), Walk Hard (2007), Almost Famous (2000) and many more.
Welcome to series 2 episode 6 of Off the Page: the podcast showcasing the work of the Creative Writing Society at the University of Nottingham. This episode is hosted by Madeleine Roche (she/her) and includes writing from Charlotte Hammond (she/her) - see episode 4 for the first half of the serial - and Matthew Bird (he/him). This is the second of our mini episodes. Hopefully they can give you some respite during this stressful period. Thanks to Cosmin Mudure for our jingle.
Trigger warnings: mentions of violence, allusions to suicide and some mild swearing.
To find out more about us as a society head over to our:
SU page: https://www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/societies/society/CreativeWriting/
Website and blog: uncws.com
or follow us on social media:
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UoNCreativeWritingSociety
Facebook group (members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/539538213298612/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uoncreativewriting/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UoN_CW
The URN news team, The Pulse, take you through this week's current affairs. On today's episode, the team discuss students leaving Nottingham during lockdown, the Labour leadership election, and Coronavirus conspiracy theories.
The Olivier Awards may have been cancelled tonight, but that doesn't mean we can't relive some of our favourite moments from the past 10 years! ITV will be broadcasting a special 'Oliver Awards - Greatest Moments' show at 10:15pm tonight to celebrate, but in the meantime here are a few of Showtime's personal standout moments:
- Six (Nominated: Best New Musical, 2019): youtube.com/WJbaU4j0JCo
- Matilda (Won: Best New Musical, 2012): youtube.com/P9yyiy7aqiE
- Mrs Henderson Presents (Nominated: Best New Musical, 2016): youtube.com/55-qzasjIrs
- Dreamgirls (Nominated: Best New Musical, 2017; Won: Best Actress for Amber Riley): youtube.com/4HEt79O6-8k
- The Book of Mormon (Won: Best New Musical, 2014): youtube.com/k-W22teZ3iA
- Memphis (Nominated: Best New Musical, 2015): youtube.com/9T5eTIPvxP8
- Cabaret (Nominated: Best Musical Revival, 2013): youtube.com/78vr9t3xj7w
- Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Nominated: Best Musical Revival, 2016): youtube.com/Wk_hB2PfI0g
- Legally Blonde (Won: Best New Musical, 2011): youtube.com/783NB2I4gcg
- Hamilton (Won: Best New Musical, 2018): youtube.com/0ECzlMYRKLg
- The Girl From The North Country (Nominated: Best New Musical, 2018; Won: Best Supporting Actress for Sheila Atim): youtube.com/VhgPiCh0F_w
- Joseph 50th Anniversary performance (2018): youtube.com/N8_KpsaZ8so
- And I'll leave you with last year's winner Come From Away (Won: Best New Musical, 2019): youtube.com/WcI1EKE01S0