Journey’s End at the Belgrade Theatre
Fresh from its celebrated West End run, the multi award-winning production of R.C. Sherriff’s Journey’s End, will make its way to Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre
Birmingham theatre company to headline international film festival
“Don’t Go into the Cellar!” is to headline a major international festival this month in Whitby.
What’s on at The Public
What’s on at The Public in West Brom. for Friday 7 October to Friday 21 October 2011
Numberjacks making numbers fun – live on stage
Children’s TV favourites, Numberjacks, are leaving the sofa for the very first time and making their way to Coventry
The Arcadians celebrate 40 years with their production of “Godspell”
Selly Oak-based musical theatre society, The Arcadians, are celebrating the group’s 40th anniversary this month
A Komedy of Errors at The Public
A hilarious piece of children’s theatre that will leave kids (and adults alike!) in stitches, is heading to The Public this October half-term!
Agatha Christie’s Verdict
Suspense takes centre stage with Agatha Christie’s Verdict
City Centre Security Arrangements for Lib Dems.
Birmingham city traffic and other restrictions will be put into place ahead of the the LibDem Autumn Conference at the ICC
Classic comedy brings Christmas to Coventry
Christmas comes early to the Belgrade Theatre this year in the shape of a brand new production of Alan Ayckbourn’s hit comedy Season’s Greetings
Coventry Cathedral concert for British Legion’s 90th
The Royal British Legion is 90 this year. Coventry Cathedral is hosting a special concert.
Youngsters given the Stage to Shine
Some of the Midlands top young talent will be showcased in a major competition later this month
Stephen Merchant Stands Up
James Rampton interviews a man who is much more than Ricky Gervais’ sidekick.
What’s On at Town Hall & Symphony Hall
Some of the biggest names in their fields have been announced.
WOMAD review
Martin Longley reports back, a bit late in the day, from the global swirl that is the WOMAD festival…
Desperately seeking talent
Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre is holding open auditions to find 24 talented children to appear in this year’s pantomime
The Welsh national culture
Alan Clawley has been to Wales and wonders if the English are missing a trick.
The Pitmen Painters come to Coventry
The show won an Olivier Award for Best New Musical and made the move to the US in 2008 where it continues to run on Broadway.
Last Ever Show! Gothicana, Shakespeare Memorial Room
Theatre company Don’t Go Into The Cellar plan to give Birmingham Central Library’s Shakespeare Memorial Room a horrifyingly good send-off….
mac birmingham one year on…
mac birmingham re-opened just over a year ago
Town Hall/Symphony Hall Listings
New acts announced are an eclectic mix even by these venues’ standards.
Bomber’s Moon to light up Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre
Bomber’s Moon reveals hidden memories, dark secrets and the nature of faith at the Belgrade Theatre
The Ragged Trousred Philanthropists
A timely adaptation of the classic novel is coming to Birmingham next month.
Review: Midsummer Night’s Dream
Richard Lutz enjoys the classic forest comedy by the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford: ‘Finally…’ my companion said to me, ‘a Shakespeare comedy that’s funny.’
Theatre: A Sharp and Angry Homecoming for The Homecoming
Richard Lutz reviews Harold Pinter’s The Homecoming at The Swan in Stratford
Easing the way to ‘BIG’ School
The Belgrade Theatre’s Theatre in Education production, Promise, has just completed its annual tour of Coventry primary schools to help Year Six students
Sir Ian McKellen celebrates 50 year career at the Belgrade Theatre
Acclaimed Hollywood actor, Sir Ian McKellen, will return to Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre on Sunday 4 September to celebrate his 50 year acting career
Things to do at the Home of Metal
Lots going on with the Home of Metal….. including DIY instrument and fanzine making, t-shirt decorating workshops, film screenings and a bat walk
Rock on Tommy
Andy Munro was present when Roger Daltrey kicked off his UK tour in Wolverhampton.
Town Hall and Symphony Hall
Here’s the latest events announced for the two venues.
Oh! What a lovely war
Alan Clawley’s been to the theatre and brings us a review of Joan Littlewood’s classic.