Pioneering women’s rights campaigner to be celebrated

Birmingham Civic Society and Bournville Village Trust to unveil Dame Elizabeth Cadbury blue plaque.

Bruce Foxton announces UK tour starting in Birmingham

New wave legend back on the road.

Real-life Fiddler on the Roof

Award-winning musical comes to The Alex for festive season.

Aston Villa and a case of running

Villa lose at Liverpool to leave Dave Woodhall disappointed.

Play down Pompey

Andy Munro watches Blues beat Postsmouth.

Funding boost for Birmingham Rep

Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation’s new programme to support Arts and Culture in Birmingham.

Birmingham Light Festival returns for 2026

Even more city spaces being brought to life with stunning illuminated artworks.

Riding on the Hook line

Dave Woodhall talks with Joy Division and New Order legend Peter Hook.

Aston Villa and the clocks went back

Dave Woodhall celebrates Villa’s win against Manchester City.

Blues fail to shoot down Robins

Andy Munro sees Blues lose at Bristol City in a familiar fashion.

Monsters and Magic at Drayton Manor

Helen Annetts and family have a trick and treat.

Now, by Jasmin Vardimon Company: “remarkably creative”

Part of the This Is Dance season, Jessica Harris watches an evocative performance at the MAC.

Starter for Ten: “playful and packed with silliness”

Jessica Harris is Challenged to enjoy a Birmingham Rep production.

Aston Villa and the ruined day out

Dave Woodhall sees Villa lose at Go Ahead Eagles in the Europa League.

Lillywhites get the Blues

A Blues win at Preston leaves Andy Munro feeling upbeat.

Sunny Afternoon: “the songs are the stars”

Simon Hale has a Kinks-tastic night at the Alexandra Theatre .

The Brit Fest 2026 line-up revealed

Another record-breaking year for one of the country’s most exciting and fast-growing festivals.

Aston Villa and playing the game

Villa win at Spurs. Dave Woodhall is happy.

Still feeling Blue

As Blues are beaten at home by Hull City, Andy Munro starts to get concerned.

Black is the Colour of My Voice

Jessica Harris is moved by Birmingham Rep’s adaptation of the life of Nina Simone.

Edgbaston set for landmark summer of international cricket

Final 2026 Major Matches ticket sale announced.

Nielsen’s Fourth Symphony: “extraordinarily intense and evocative”

Simon Hale watches the CBSO delivering an evening of inspiration.

Sensory-Friendly Night returns to Warwick Castle

Relaxed and inclusive evening for seasonal highlight.

Smethwick Puppetry Festival returns in 2026

Biggest yet, with free and low-cost events.

Carl Donnelly has Another Round

Award-winning comic on how to enjoy life in middle age.

Peter Hook lights up Coventry

Eighties icon to perform classic New Order album.

Mediaeval Baebes celebrate Christmas

Illuminate the Night with a magical torchlit procession at St Martin in the Bull Ring.

Blackout dinners are back

Dine by candlelight at 24 Stories.

Ocean Colour Scene announce Moseley Shoals anniversary tour

Hometown homecoming for local legends celebrating thirty years since milestone release.

How Local Firms Handle Staff Working From Multiple Locations

Moving and thinking to stay one step ahead.