Aston Villa and all good things

Villa’s winning run ends with defeat at Arsenal, watched by Dave Woodhall.

A point lost, or one gained?

Andy Munro watches Blues draw with Southampton.

Aston Villa and the season of goodwill

Villa win at Chelsea and Dave Woodhall is definitely feeling optimistic.

Stubborn Rams nick a point

Andy Munro sees Blues draw at home with Derby County.

The Twang: “an extensive and joyful journey”

Stephen Pennell celebrates that great Brummie Christmas tradition -The Twang at the Academy.

Celebrate New Year at the Ivy Temple Row

Get 2026 off to a sparkling start in style.

Aston Villa and what the future holds

Villa beat Manchester United as Dave Woodhall finds parallels.

Blues cut to pieces by the Blades

Blues’ defeat at Sheffield United leaves Andy Munro wondering what the future holds.

First wave of Mostly 2026 artists announced

Fabio & Grooverider and The Outlook Orchestra head list of top names.

Edgbaston redevelopment moves another step forward

Stand demolition paves way for next stage of Edgbaston Masterplan.

Aston Villa and the changing expectations

An optimistic Dave Woodhall sees Villa win at West Ham.

Valiants hold on for a point.

Andy Munro sees Blues draw with Charlton.

Aston Villa and the secret of just doing enough

Villa beat Basel in the Europa League with Dave Woodhall reflecting.

Review: The BFG

Jessica Harris watches “a giant of a show” at the RSC.

Moseley Folk announces first 2026 artists

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival line-up starts to be released.

Blues shot down by the Rangers

Andy Munro watches as Blues are beaten by QPR.

The Owl Who Came for Christmas: “a winner”

Jessica Harris is enchanted by the MAC’s Christmas show.

Saints go marching on

Andy Munro watches Blues go down at Southampton.

The Forsyte Saga Pts I & II: “powerful, immersive”

The RSC’s production of a period masterpiece enthrals Jessica Hale.

Aston Villa and the circle of life

Villa beat Arsenal with Dave Woodhall finding many reasons to celebrate.

Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival is back

Expect author events, music gigs and children’s activities in April 2026.

Aston Villa and the road best travelled

Villa win at Brighton with Dave Woodhall enjoying life.

The tale of Birmingham’s great friend

Living Brummie legend Carl Chinn talks about Charles Dickens and Birmingham while Dave Woodhall listens.

I guess that’s why they call it the Blues

Andy Munro sees Blues beat Watford at St Andrews.

Acclaim for new Hollywood Shakespeare production

Shakespeare Birthplace Trust welcomes the release of new Hamnet film.