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Littlest Yak book is being brought to life at Lakeside Arts this Christmas
Actress & Director, Emily and Barra, take time out of their busy rehearsals to chat about how they've worked with the author and illustrator of "The Littlest Yak" to bring this wonderful story to life for audiences in the East Midlands, this Christmas.
Ilkeston Theatre Company are bringing the Ball to town!
Luke and Louise from Ilkeston Theatre Company chat with Kirsty on Arts & Toast about their upcoming pantomime "Cinderella", being performed at Presley Bar & Suite at the start of December.
Jesus Christ Superstar is coming to The Duchess Theatre in Long Eaton
Ilkeston Studio Players are celebrating their 80th anniversary with a run of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Duchess Theatre in Long Eaton in January 2026. Julia and her mum, members of the creative team at ISP, chatted with Kirsty on Arts & Toast and filled her in on all they have in store for this iconic rock opera musical.
The Erewash Sound Business Show - 18th November 2025
Sally Peacock presents part 2 of an interview with the owners of NG Magazines, as the business approaches its 20th anniversary, with Ali and Cat did before, about adversities and what small businesses do. Scott Marshall brings you another Business News Round up and Simon Robinson has another business brief too.
The Erewash Sound Business Show - 11th November 2025
Sally Peacock presents part 1 of an interview with the owners of NG Magazines, as the business approaches its 20th anniversary, about what partners Ali and Cat did before, what launching a magazine was like in the days before layouts were done on a computer, and what drives them everyday. Helen Purcell brings you another Business News Round up and Simon Robinson has another business brief.
A community bookshop celebrates one year on the highstreet
Liz Harrow of Bizy Lizy Books, on the marketplace in Heanor, talks about her hopes of becoming a community hub of positivity and vibrancy all through a shared love of books and the Arts. She joins Kirsty on Art & Toast on Sunday Breakfast.
Rock Choir celebrate their 20th year with gig at BP Pulse Live Arena in Birmingham
Xander-Jaymes of Rock Choir chats with Kirsty on Arts & Toast on Sunday breakfast about their upcoming birthday gig including rock choir leaders plus guest artists Emelie Sande, Sam Ryder and Russell Watson.
Festive Derby returns to the city for another year!
Stacy Williams, Events & Partnership Development Manager for Derby City Council chats with Kirsty on Arts & Toast on Sunday Breakfast about how she plans for the Festive Derby events every year. From light trails to real ice rinks, find out just how to organise such an event for families across the city and beyond, every year.
Knife crime awareness events in Ilkeston - PCSO Helen Brown and Sgt. Matt Duffield
Operation Sceptre focuses on prevention of knife crime, PCSO Helen Brown and Sgt. Matt Duffield from Derbyshire Constabulary spoke to Paul Stacey about their work in schools, alongside community awareness events in Ilkeston this weekend. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 17th November 2025.
Making amateur dramatics more accessible: a groundbreaking project in the East Midlands.
Becky Morley from LEOS chats about her voluntary work with The Lasting Project: a new, groundbreaking initiative which aims to make amateur dramatics more accessible for audience, cast and crew across the East Midlands. Using LEOS' shows, The Lasting Project is paving the way and professional theatres are listening to their work, too.
Help with winter coughs, colds and flu - Nitin from Jaysons Pharmacy
Nitin Lakhani, Superintendent Pharmacist at Jaysons Pharmacy in Long Eaton, spoke to Paul Stacey about winter coughs and colds, with advice available from your local pharmacy and practical steps we can take to stay well. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Friday 14th November 2025.
Growing 'Sole Mates' group walking every Sunday - Liam, Ashley and Laura
Liam Robinson, Ashley Johnson and Laura Elvey spoke to Paul Stacey about their new walking group 'Sole Mates' that is growing its participants each week, and providing a safe space for people to talk and improve their mental health. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Monday 10th November 2025.
The Erewash Sound Business Show - 4th November 2025
Sally Peacock speaks with Sam of Tiny Talk (Erewash). Sam's business is a part of a franchise which offers baby signing and toddler talking classes to families in and around Long Eaton and Ilkeston. She is sharing her stories right from attending classes herself to buying into the franchise and running business since 2016. Helen Purcell has another business news round up too.
Monthly breakfast club for armed forces veterans - Robert Walker
Robert Walker from Stapleford and Sandiacre Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club spoke to Paul Stacey about the monthly Saturday drop-in sessions held in Sandiacre. Broadcast on Erewash Sound Breakfast Show, Wednesday 5th November 2025.
Remembrance Sunday Special: Derbyshire's John Tams chats with Kirsty about War Horse
You may know of John his five decades within the performing arts whether that be as Rifleman Daniel Hagman in the Sharpe TV series or from his multi award winning folk albums. Described by MOJO as "one of the ultimate British songwriters", within this Remembrance Sunday special John talks about how the "filing cabinet of songs" in his mind led to being invited to be a part of the War Horse creative team and why the story of Warhorse is still poignant now, in 2025, as it was when the stage show premiered in 2007.