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WATCH: Barnsley theatre ‘re-motivated’ ahead of celebrating 20 years 

WATCH: Barnsley theatre ‘re-motivated’ ahead of celebrating 20 years 

by Sebastian Jones | May 2, 2024 | Culture

The Academy Theatre in Birdwell, Barnsley is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year with lots of exciting plans.  The theatre first opened its door back in 2004 under the leadership of Geoff Whitfield, helped by his wife and daughter, Sue and Julie.  Ms...
Sheffield’s unique poster convention returns after last year’s massive success

Sheffield’s unique poster convention returns after last year’s massive success

by Ethan Parris | Apr 26, 2024 | Community, Culture, News

After last year’s 300 person sellout event at Sheffield’s Trafalgar Warehouse, Vice Press return in 2024 to host their second annual Open House Poster Convention and Social at The Steamworks, a venue with over double the capacity. The event is dedicated to...
Popular comedian visits Sheffield on his World tour.

Popular comedian visits Sheffield on his World tour.

by Lewis Pearson | Apr 25, 2024 | Community, Culture, News, Top stories, Top Story - Home Page Lead

The internationally recognized comedian Michael Mcintyre is coming to the Utilita arena in Sheffield this weekend. Sheffield is the 21st stop on the comedians brand new world tour. The Utilita arena is a historic venue, having hosted iconic comedians and music artists...
Snowdrop Project host Ceilidh night to support human trafficking survivors

Snowdrop Project host Ceilidh night to support human trafficking survivors

by Jack Kelly | Apr 25, 2024 | Charity, Community, Culture, Top Story - Home Page Lead

An event to raise money to support survivors of human trafficking is being held next month at Crookes social club. The event will take place at 7:30pm on Friday 17th May and will include a mix of traditional Irish folk dancing lead by a local Ceilidh band. No tickets...
Watch: Sheffield Pollen Market is a great way to “build community”

Watch: Sheffield Pollen Market is a great way to “build community”

by Angela Garcia | Apr 25, 2024 | Community, Culture, Top Story - Home Page Lead

Pollen market is a celebration of all thing botanical, it pops up on the third Sunday of every month. Last Sunday the market was held at Castlegate, overlooking the River Don with an array of greenery, live music, art and local produce which showcased independent...
Fans and staff of The Crucible outraged with snooker potentially departing Sheffield

Fans and staff of The Crucible outraged with snooker potentially departing Sheffield

by Nathaniel Greatbanks | Apr 25, 2024 | Culture, News, Sport

The Snooker World Championship has been a staple of sport in Sheffield and staff and fans of The Crucible are annoyed at its potential departure. Barry Hearn, president of Matchroom Sport, issued a warning to Sheffield City Council that the snooker will be relocated...
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