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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

Rae de Soleil

Our Favourite Places would be nothing without our contributors — a massive thanks to all of them!

As well as contributing to Our Favourite Places, Rae is a writer, poet and artist.

Get to know Rae in their Meet the Locals interview.

Latest contributions

Dig Where You Stand Biennial

Sat. 20 July 2024 — Sun. 18 August 2024

“A groundbreaking cultural intervention that recovers, reclaims, and retells our region's racial history.” Our writer Rae reflects on this five-venue exhibition from 14 Sheffield artists, created in response to stories dug out from local archives.

Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa

Sat. 15 June 2024 — Sun. 16 June 2024

Lhakpa Sherpa, the first Nepalese woman to summit Everest, leaves her life as a single mother in America to climb the mountain again. This film captures her thrilling adventure and abusive marriage, challenging gender imbalances in mountaineering.

Teaches of Peaches

Wed. 12 June 2024 — Thu. 13 June 2024

Showroom

A celebration of the provocative career of feminist electroclash musician Peaches – known for her bold lyrics, distinctive style, and advocacy for women in music. The film highlights her groundbreaking artistry and upcoming 20th-anniversary tour.

fawns of the city

Wed. 12 June 2024 — Thu. 13 June 2024

Sheffield artist Otis Mensah and performer Jamal Sterrett's poetic-sonic piece explores diasporic bonding, friendship, and the concept of home. It addresses racial fragmentation and identity, reclaiming Blackness in pursuit of personal liberation.