Blues badly stung by the Bees

Andy Munro sees Blues go out of the Carabao Cup at home to Brentford.

Aston Villa and a sense of loyalty

Villa losing at Brighton isn’t the only thing annoying Dave Woodhall.

Robbing the Robins

Andy Munro sees Blues snatch a last-gasp draw against Bristol City.

Flight Club Birmingham – Family Session

An afternoon at the oche featuring Helen Annetts, Charlie Statham and Joe Statham.

Knowle record shop making a mark

Slow Century Records shortlisted for national music industry award ahead of summer neighbourhood event.

Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent Award shortlist announced

Major comedy award announces 2026 shortlist of emerging local comics.

Glee Club launches giveaway to champion Birmingham independents

The Big Glee Giveaway offers free tickets to boost local venues.

Teenage dreams, so hard to beat

Dave Woodhall speaks to Undertones drummer Billy Doherty.

Blues blunt Blades at Bramall Lane

A goalless draw for Blues at Sheffield United is watched by Andy Munro.

International Day of Birmingham 2026 events announced

First wave of star-studded programme revealed.

Aston Villa and two ways to see it

Villa lose the Uefa Super Cup but Dave Woodhall is still impressed.

Special Editions at the Ivy

Holly Heywood enjoys an evening in a city centre highspot.

10cc legend to play Coventry

Graham Gouldman brings a Heart Full of Songs to Warwick Arts Centre.

Just my Imagination

Leee John, frontman of British jazz funk legends Imagination, returns to Birmingham.

Swans put to flight

Blues start their season proper with a Carabao Cup win at Swansea City.

Birmingham Heritage Week launched

Mailbox tunnels, Perrott’s Folly and cemetery catacombs among sites opening across the city.

Birmingham Jewellery Biennial launches open call

Offering jewellery practitioners the chance to exhibit at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery.

Joe Lycett to celebrate Alexandra Theatre’s anniversary

Hometown comic announced for landmark birthday celebrations.

A day to remember

Andy Munro sees Blues’ pre-season boosted as they beat Barcelona.

Birmingham: Rooted in Talent

Dave Woodhall watches a new film and an old band with one thing in common.

International Day of Birmingham returns for third year

Annual celebration will take place to honour Birminghams across the globe.

Birmingham Weekender reveals full line-up

Mirror balls, DJs and world-class performances in the city centre.

CBSO In the City reveals 2026 programme

New report into Birmingham’s musical life also released.

Principal casting announced for Swan Lake

Birmingham Royal Ballet production returns to Hippodrome.

Graham Parker coming to Bromsgrove

Relaunched Artrix to welcome an old favourite.

The Cherry Orchard: “Comedy and irony brilliantly played”

A twentieth century classic at the RSC, seen by Jessica Harris.

Long-running festival begins this weekend

Top council and business leaders to launch Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival this Friday.

Shakespeare Birthplace Trust awarded funding for family home

Pilgrim Trust to support the conservation of Hall’s Croft.

Lyndhurst Memories – “an important testimonial”

Jessica Harris sees a work in progress at Birmingham Rep.

Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street – “deliciously chilling”

This Birmingham Rep production excites Jessica Harris in more ways than one.