Return of the one and only
Chesney Hawkes announces March dates including Birmingham’s O2 Academy.
New Birmingham Rep season announced
Box office hits and community involvement for Spring 2026.
Downstairs at the Grand unveils club 1879
Mobile phones are banned at the secret Saturday night speakeasy experience.
B:Music’s Spring 2026 season unveiled
Music, comedy, inspirational talks and family fun are all in store.
Brand new jazz festival for Birmingham announced
Eastside Jazz Festival to combine renowned headliners with exciting new talent.
Misfits Music Institute hosts award-winning author
Multi-talented family celebrate Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason’s acclaimed book To Be Young, Gifted and Black.
The Twang: “an extensive and joyful journey”
Stephen Pennell celebrates that great Brummie Christmas tradition -The Twang at the Academy.
First wave of Mostly 2026 artists announced
Fabio & Grooverider and The Outlook Orchestra head list of top names.
Moseley Folk announces first 2026 artists
Moseley Folk & Arts Festival line-up starts to be released.
Heath Bookshop Literature and Music Festival is back
Expect author events, music gigs and children’s activities in April 2026.
Squeezing into Birmingham
Biggest-ever venues for iconic band.
Keep smiling and leave the audience happy
Dave Woodhall speaks to Skids frontman Richard Jobson.
Miss Saigon: “powerful themes remain timeless”
Simon Hale is entranced by a heart-wrenching Alexandra Theatre performance.
Birmingham Town Hall to receive blue plaque
Landmark commemoration of Charles Dickens’ first public reading of A Christmas Carol.
Bringing the Light in December
CBSO to bring light, hope and unity to Birmingham.
Stars gather to honour ELO legend
Richard Tandy Memorial Concert Raises £9,000 for RBC Scholarship Fund.
B:Music launches special fundraising auction and lottery
The chance to win memorable prizes and support refurbishment of Birmingham Town Hall.
Drummer to the stars promises fireworks in Birmingham
David ‘Greenie’ Green set to star with Adam Ant at Symphony Hall.
B:Festive this Christmas and New Year
Seasonal spectaculars at Birmingham Town Hall and Symphony Hall.
Record shop opening in Knowle
Rock DJ and mental health nurse opens new venture.
Bruce Foxton announces UK tour starting in Birmingham
New wave legend back on the road.
Real-life Fiddler on the Roof
Award-winning musical comes to The Alex for festive season.
Riding on the Hook line
Dave Woodhall talks with Joy Division and New Order legend Peter Hook.
Starter for Ten: “playful and packed with silliness”
Jessica Harris is Challenged to enjoy a Birmingham Rep production.
Sunny Afternoon: “the songs are the stars”
Simon Hale has a Kinks-tastic night at the Alexandra Theatre .
The Brit Fest 2026 line-up revealed
Another record-breaking year for one of the country’s most exciting and fast-growing festivals.
Black is the Colour of My Voice
Jessica Harris is moved by Birmingham Rep’s adaptation of the life of Nina Simone.
Nielsen’s Fourth Symphony: “extraordinarily intense and evocative”
Simon Hale watches the CBSO delivering an evening of inspiration.
Peter Hook lights up Coventry
Eighties icon to perform classic New Order album.
Mediaeval Baebes celebrate Christmas
Illuminate the Night with a magical torchlit procession at St Martin in the Bull Ring.