Birmingham International Piano Festival details announced

Public masterclasses and guest recitals feature national and international tutors.

How Time and Attendance Software Helps Birmingham Retailers Cut Shift Gaps

Getting the most from your busiest times.

1000 Trades celebrates tenth anniversary

Two-site venue to host special birthday party.

Sutton Coldfield Town Hall announces literary arts festival

Two-day celebration of words, creativity and community coming to Sutton Coldfield this September.

Ten Things I Hate About Me – Joe Tracini

Jessica Harris watches a challenging yet uplifting performance at Birmingham Rep.

Aston Villa and the surprise package

Villa’s season ends with a win at Manchester City that leaves Dave Woodhall jubilant.

Hello You! returns to Moseley Folk

Applications are now open for Hello You! The Janice Long Emerging Artist Award 2026.

Our City, Your Ballet

Birmingham Royal Ballet unveil new image display.

Aston Villa and a date with destiny

Villa win the Europa League as Dave Woodhall celebrates.

Aston Villa and finishing with a flourish

Dave Woodhall sees Villa beat Liverpool, qualify for the Champions League and approach glory.

Wellbeing course expands into West Midlands workplaces

Taking action turns into practical support for staff.

Win tickets to BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer

Here’s your chance to win tickets for two seasonal highlights in one.

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical – “an unmissable show”

Simon Hale laughs out loud at the Alexandra Theatre.

Looking back and forward

Andy Munro casts an eye over a season at St Andrews.

Review: Blaze of Glory – “masterly craft at work”

Jessica Harris enjoys the Welsh National Opera at Birmingham Hippodrome.

Aston Villa and the invariable conclusion

Villa draw at Burnley and perplex Dave Woodhall yet again.

Review: The Flying Dutchman – “strong on character interaction”

Simon Hale watches Welsh National Opera’s atmospheric production of Wagner at Birmingham Hippodrome.

Aston Villa and the unreal occasion

Villa beat Nottingham Forest to reach the Europa League final. Dave Woodhall watches in disbelief.

CBSO announces 2026-27 season

An innovative season that embraces scale, risk and joy.

Aston Villa and the ball of confusion

A below-strength Villa lose to Spurs and leave Dave Woodhall baffled.

Blues make a point (to sum up the season)

Blues end 2025-26 with a draw at Portsmouth, watched by Andy Munro.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream – “subtle it ain’t”

Jessica Harris enjoys a new Shakespearean interpretation at Birmingham Rep.

Aston Villa and the half-time whistle

Villa lose to Nottingham Forest but Dave Woodhall says it’s not over yet.

Big hair, big anthems and wide shoulders

Nik Kershaw talks about his upcoming tour and eighties fashion.

Birmingham Unites

Music, culture and community come together for major festival launch.

Boost for Shakespeare family home

Shakespeare Birthplace Trust places Hall’s Croft on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register.

Aston Villa and doing it the hard way

Villa lose at Fulham. Dave Woodhall’s seen it all before.

Robins put to flight

Andy Munro watches Blues’ home campaign end with victory over Bristol City.

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui – “theatrical satire at its best”

The RSC present a prescient tale, watched by Jessica Harris.

Eat, drink and be optimistic

We visit the NEC to see the best food and drink on show.