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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

My Brother's A Genius

Wed. 28 January 2026 — Sat. 14 February 2026

Playhouse

Read our writer Rae on this multisensory "effervescent creation" with a strong ethos of accessibility. Following twin siblings’ very different experiences of neurodivergence and their unbreakable bond from childhood into young adulthood.

Untold Story: Empowered – Nina Bhadreshwar

Thu. 6 November 2025

Workstation, 15 Paternoster Row, S1 2BX

Journalist, writer and cultural connector Nina Bhadreshwar talks to her former student and Slambarz founder Dom Heslop. They'll explore Nina’s work with artists such as Tupac and inspiring young people to write, question and express themselves.

Sonita: Daughters for Sale – Sonita Alizada

Sun. 26 October 2025

Firth Hall

Sonita Alizada is a global changemaker, activist and rap artist. In conversation with Auriel Majumdar, she shares her powerful memoir, growing up in Afghanistan and becoming an artist and activist, creating a world where every girl’s voice is heard.

The Starspotter’s Guide – Sheila Kanani

Thu. 23 October 2025

The Auditorium, University of Sheffield Students’ Union, Western Bank, S10 2TG

Planetary physicist, science presenter and educator Sheila Kanani weaves together science and storytelling to explore our infinite night sky. Her new book shares stories about the stars that cultures across the world have told through time.