Aston Villa and the reckoning
Villa’s win over Manchester City leaves Dave Woodhall smiling.
Peaky Blinders-themed restaurant opens at Birmingham Airport
Simon Hale visits the latest connection with the hit TV series.
First World Screen Tourism Summit for Birmingham
‘Set-jetters’ conference to promote film and TV location visits.
How To Navigate Life with Mobility Solutions in a New City
Making the best of wherever you are.
Local night venues complete sexual harassment training
Rollout of training for staff from music businesses and venues completed.
Kazuki conducts Bruckner 9: “emotionally powerful”
Simon Hale is entranced by the CBSO at Symphony Hall.
Breaking Down the Costs and Benefits of Quality Standards
Because quality counts.
BCMG explore reggae with Basil Gabbidon
Reggae Origins marks Bob Marley’s birthday with a journey through the history of Handsworth reggae.
At Trentham announce first big names
Ocean Colour Scene to headline on Friday 30th May 2025.
Lobster hold Christmas party at the Night Owl
Birmingham reggae outfit to host live music event at popular Digbeth venue.
Blues cruise against the Pirates
Andy Munro watches Blues beat Bristol Rovers.
Aston Villa and playing the game
Dave Woodhall reflects on Villa’s defeat at Nottingham Forest.
Twelfth Night: “surely a winner this Christmas”
Jessica Harris gets into the festive mood with the RSC.
Warwick Castle comedy festival line-up announced
Frankie Boyle and Paul Smith to headline Cobra presents Comedy at the Castle 2025.
Exit for Exeter
Blues beat Exeter City to move a step closer to Wembley. Andy Munro watches.
Aston Villa and the Big League
Villa beat Leipzig in the Champions League. Dave Woodhall’s enjoying it.
More big names for the Warwick Sessions
GRAMMY winners Train added to stellar line-up for 2025.
Introducing: Club Colette
Birmingham is getting a new underground club.
Bez on Broad Street
Happy Mondays star to deliver DJ set at Birmingham nightclub.
Aston Villa and the time of the season
Villa beat Southampton as Dave Woodhall keeps a weather eye out.
A barnstormer in Barnsley
Andy Munro watches Blues win at Barnsley.
The Book of Mormon: “blasphemy and hilarity”
The acclaimed religious satire has Simon Hale amongst an enthusiastic audience at the Alex.
Finding Santa: “misses the mark”
Jessica Harris watches Little Angel Theatre production at the Midlands Arts Centre.
Stockport get the Blues
Andy Munro watches Blues beat Stockport County.
Aston Villa and the great restart
Villa beat Brentford and Dave Woodhall is as relieved as everyone else.
XOYO to celebrate New Year’s Eve
A Weird & Wonderful show returns.
Smokey Robinson to play Birmingham
Motown legend celebrates landmark anniversary with UK tour.
Smethwick Puppetry Festival to return in 2025
Free and low-cost events for all the family, in community venues.
How Lifestyle Changes Can Enhance Sexual Health in Men
Keep fit in all areas of life.
Have yourselves a Maddy little Christmas
Folk legend Maddy Prior talks about Christmas and carols.