Erewash Sound

Kirsty caught up with Blind Eye's Director, Lindsey, to find out all about this critically acclaimed show heading to the Duchess Theatre in Long Eaton from 27 - 30 May. Keen to boost his flagging career, fading Hollywood action hero Jefferson Steele arrives in England to play King Lear in Stratford – only to find that this is not the birthplace of the Bard, but a sleepy Suffolk village. And instead of Kenneth Branagh and Dame Judi Dench, the cast are a bunch of amateurs trying to save their theatre from developers. Jefferson’s monstrous ego, vanity and insecurity are tested to the limit by...

Loren Shore, Community Fundraiser at homelessness charity Framework, spoke to Paul Stacey about a community quilt project marking 25 years of the organisation's work across the region, with an invitation for individuals and local groups to design their own square and be a part of the final displayed piece. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 8th May 2026.

Kirsty Corbett, of the Arts & Toast podcast, spoke with Derby based producer, actor, performer and teacher Kristian Cunningham to find out about the upcoming show of Little Shop of Horrors and also why he loves the East Midlands as a hub for the Arts sector. From 30 May until 20 June 2026, Kristian will be joined by Amena El Kindy (Eponine in Les Miserables, London Westend cast 2023-26) as they bring this cult-classic of a musical to Derby Theatre. Tickets are onsale now and every performance will include creative captioning for deaf audiences.

Kirsty Corbett spoke Theatre Arts students & actors Olivia Osbourne, who plays Elsie, and Liv Murphy who plays Winifred as well as Isaac Raven, student marketing assistant and Senior Lecturer Amanda Wallace about the true story inspiration behind “The Light Turns Blue”. They also talk about what it is like to be students at a professional “learning theatre” which gives them access to key areas, besides acting, such as stage management, wardrobe and marketing. Tickets are on sale, now, for “Light Burns Blue” which runs on 22 & 23 May, with both matinee and evening shows available. All perfo...

In his regular monthly slot, Erewash MP Adam Thompson spoke to Paul Stacey about the final phases of the Long Eaton Town Deal projects which will see a transformation of the town centre. They also discussed the project board for £20m funding in Cotmanhay, plus the impact of new rights for renters. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 1st May 2026.

Gardener Steve is back with another instalment of twelve months of colour. Join Steve as he talks you through planning and maintaining a vibrant garden the whole year round.

Your weekly update with Bloomers across the borough as spring is in full swing.

Gardener Steve invites you to join the Shipley Community Garden clubs upcoming Greenfolk Festival. Get the lowdown here and we hope to see you there!!