Cuban Eclectico: “its dance is world class”

Jessica Harris watches a performance from Carlos Acosta’s new company.

Metal in the Midlands hits the Town Hall

Future of UK metal to play live at BBC celebration of Black Sabbath.

Breakin’ it down on the B-SIDE

B-SIDE Hip-Hop Festival shares tenth anniversary programme.

Celebrated organist announces Christmas 2025 UK tour

Anna Lapwood, “the Taylor Swift of classical music” to play Birmingham.

Wolf Hall at Birmingham Town Hall

Music and readings from the acclaimed television drama.

Peter Grimes: “harrowingly brilliant”

Simon Hale witnesses a Welsh National Opera masterclass at Birmingham Hippodrome.

Coal miners and ‘disco’ fries

250 years of Midlands history to meet 21st century street food at special evening.

Aston Villa and two to go

Villa’s vital win at Bournemouth has Dave Woodhall smiling.

The Marriage of Figaro: “clear as a bell”

Welsh National Opera revisit Mozart at the Hippodrome with Jessica Harris a keen spectator.

Hockley Social Club set for taste of the Caribbean

Caribbean culture to take centre stage at city celebration of reggae.

The Holy Holy lands

Bowie tribute supergroup returns to Birmingham.

Carlos Acosta’s Ballet Celebration, BRB2 at Birmingham Hippodrome

Jessica Harris reports back from watching the next generation of ballet stars.

New United States of Birmingham-inspired itinerary launches

Series on Sky Max sparks must-do check list for Birmingham’s tourists.

Big Country: “gloriously anthemic… irrepressibly memorable”

Dave Woodhall watches Scottish veterans Big Country, plus a few guests.

CBSO announces its 2025-26 season

Tradition meets innovation in new series.

Tired and weary?

Andy Munro sees Blues break another record in beating Cambridge United.

Aston Villa and back on track

Dave Woodhall sees Villa beat Fulham to keep their European hopes alive.

The Blues Tangerine Dream

Andy Munro sees Blues break another record with a win at Blackpool.

An Evening with Gary Megson at Hockley Social

West Bromwich Albion legend to meet fans at special event.

Titus Andronicus: “skilful directing and masterful performances”

Jessica Harris relishes blood and gore courtesy of the RSC.

Dance organisations share inclusivity research finding

Research aims to shed light on lack of opportunities for disabled people in dance sector.

Lady Samurai documentary and album released

Birmingham filmmaker releases award-winning documentary and soundtrack.

Blues maul the Stags

Andy Munro watches Blues beat Mansfield Town.

Aston Villa and what’s another year?

Villa lose to Crystal Palace at Wembley. This wasn’t Dave Woodhall’s only problem.

Review: The naughty carriage on the orphan train

Simon Hale watches a Patrick Studio production of “tear-jerking poignancy”.

Blues reach the century

Andy Munro watches Blues make history at Stevenage Borough.

Much Ado About Nothing: “relevant and fresh”

The RSC’s latest take on the Shakespearean classic, as seen by Jessica Harris.

Aston Villa and so much to answer for

Villa lose at Manchester City and Dave Woodhall is hoping for instant improvement.

Brewers droop

Blues’ win at Burton Albion is watched by Andy Munro.

Aston Villa and the ever-gathering pace

Villa beat Newcastle United. Dave Woodhall looks forward to what comes next.