UB40: “biting, emotions-stirring music”
Dave Woodhall sees UB40 return home once again.
Sir Peter Wright centenary: “an inspiration to dancers and audiences worldwide”
Simon Hale watches a very special birthday party at Birmingham Hippodrome.
Birmingham Hippodrome new season tickets go on sale
New shows on sale include Savage, Singin’ in the Rain, It’s a Sin and Chicago.
Human Appeal announces return of Summer Comedy Tour
Line-up unveiled for national fundraising tour.
City-wide initiative explores arts in the community
B:Music to host opening ceremony of landmark Healing Arts Birmingham festival.
Elvis Costello: – “sharper than a knife”
Dave Woodhall sees a gig of three thirds at Symphony Hall.
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire brings opera to commuters
Operatic fairytales characters take over Birmingham New Street station.
“UK’s finest ever female jazz singer” headlines Festival
Crowdfunder aims to bring more music to long-running Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival.
Darcy Bussell on her Birmingham Royal Ballet times
Prima Ballerina and Strictly judge reflects on her time in Birmingham and performing Birthday Offering.
Olivier Award-winner to headline Birmingham’s Co-op Congress
Traitors star to speak about high-profile campaign to save theatre.
Bringing science to the masses
Diane Parkes speaks to Brainiac Live! presenter Andy Joyce.
Cadbury declare the taste of summer
Taste expert reveals the science behind strawberries and cream breakthrough.
New community radio station gains celebrity support
Big waves coming over on the airwaves.
Countdown to Mostly Jazz
Set times and full line-ups released.
Nortons Digbeth hits out at business obstacles
Birmingham business demands answers as Metro construction project misses deadline.
Review: The Tempest – “Branagh at his peak”
Jessica Harris watches a masterwork at the RSC.
Birmingham International Piano Festival details announced
Public masterclasses and guest recitals feature national and international tutors.
1000 Trades celebrates tenth anniversary
Two-site venue to host special birthday party.
Sutton Coldfield Town Hall announces literary arts festival
Two-day celebration of words, creativity and community coming to Sutton Coldfield this September.
Ten Things I Hate About Me – Joe Tracini
Jessica Harris watches a challenging yet uplifting performance at Birmingham Rep.
Aston Villa and the surprise package
Villa’s season ends with a win at Manchester City that leaves Dave Woodhall jubilant.
Hello You! returns to Moseley Folk
Applications are now open for Hello You! The Janice Long Emerging Artist Award 2026.
Our City, Your Ballet
Birmingham Royal Ballet unveil new image display.
Aston Villa and a date with destiny
Villa win the Europa League as Dave Woodhall celebrates.
Aston Villa and finishing with a flourish
Dave Woodhall sees Villa beat Liverpool, qualify for the Champions League and approach glory.
Win tickets to BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer
Here’s your chance to win tickets for two seasonal highlights in one.
Looking back and forward
Andy Munro casts an eye over a season at St Andrews.
Review: Blaze of Glory – “masterly craft at work”
Jessica Harris enjoys the Welsh National Opera at Birmingham Hippodrome.
Aston Villa and the invariable conclusion
Villa draw at Burnley and perplex Dave Woodhall yet again.
Review: The Flying Dutchman – “strong on character interaction”
Simon Hale watches Welsh National Opera’s atmospheric production of Wagner at Birmingham Hippodrome.