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Cuban Eclectico: “its dance is world class”

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

10 hours ago 15 May, 2025 in Ballet, Dance, Theatre.

Metal in the Midlands hits the Town Hall

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

24 hours ago 14 May, 2025 in Most recent.

Breakin’ it down on the B-SIDE

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

1 day ago 14 May, 2025 in Community, Dance, Festivals, Music.

Celebrated organist announces Christmas 2025 UK tour

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

1 day ago 14 May, 2025 in Christmas, Music.

Wolf Hall at Birmingham Town Hall

Music and readings from the acclaimed television drama.

1 day ago 13 May, 2025 in Books, Classical, Music, Television.

Peter Grimes: “harrowingly brilliant”

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

2 days ago 12 May, 2025 in Opera, Theatre.

Coal miners and ‘disco’ fries

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

2 days ago 12 May, 2025 in Attractions, Eating out, Food and drink, Local history.

Aston Villa and two to go

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

4 days ago 10 May, 2025 in Football.

The Marriage of Figaro: “clear as a bell”

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

5 days ago 9 May, 2025 in Music, Theatre.

Hockley Social Club set for taste of the Caribbean

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

6 days ago 9 May, 2025 in Community, Eating out, Food and drink, Music.

The Holy Holy lands

Bowie tribute supergroup returns to Birmingham.

6 days ago 9 May, 2025 in Most recent.

Carlos Acosta’s Ballet Celebration, BRB2 at Birmingham Hippodrome

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

1 week ago 7 May, 2025 in Ballet, Dance.

New United States of Birmingham-inspired itinerary launches

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

1 week ago 7 May, 2025 in Comedy, Television.

Big Country: “gloriously anthemic… irrepressibly memorable”

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

1 week ago 7 May, 2025 in Most recent, Music.

CBSO announces its 2025-26 season

Tradition meets innovation in new series.

1 week ago 6 May, 2025 in Classical, Music.

Tired and weary?

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

2 weeks ago 4 May, 2025 in Football.

Aston Villa and back on track

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

2 weeks ago 3 May, 2025 in Football.

The Blues Tangerine Dream

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

1 May, 2025 in Most recent.

An Evening with Gary Megson at Hockley Social

West Bromwich Albion legend to meet fans at special event.

1 May, 2025 in Charities, Eating out, Food and drink, Football.

Titus Andronicus: “skilful directing and masterful performances”

Jessica Harris relishes blood and gore courtesy of the RSC.

30 April, 2025 in Theatre.

Dance organisations share inclusivity research finding

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

30 April, 2025 in Community, Dance.

Lady Samurai documentary and album released

Birmingham filmmaker releases award-winning documentary and soundtrack.

29 April, 2025 in Film, Martial arts, Music.

Blues maul the Stags

Andy Munro watches Blues beat Mansfield Town.

27 April, 2025 in Football.

Aston Villa and what’s another year?

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

27 April, 2025 in Football.

Review: The naughty carriage on the orphan train

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

27 April, 2025 in Theatre.

Blues reach the century

Andy Munro watches Blues make history at Stevenage Borough.

25 April, 2025 in Football.

Much Ado About Nothing: “relevant and fresh”

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

23 April, 2025 in Most recent.

Aston Villa and so much to answer for

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

22 April, 2025 in Football.

Brewers droop

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

21 April, 2025 in Football.

Aston Villa and the ever-gathering pace

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

19 April, 2025 in Football.

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