Sonia Audhali – Little Yemen at mac Birmingham
A new exhibition capturing rare images of the Yemeni community in the West Midlands is to go on display at mac birmingham next year.
Art gallery owner turns artist as photos of Birmingham go on show
As an art gallery owner, Lee Benson is well used to exhibiting the work of others. But now his own artwork has gone on display on the streets of Birmingham.
Share your memories of historic Black Country venues
The Public in West Bromwich are calling for people to share their memories and photographs of old cinemas and dance halls in the Black Country as part of a Heritage Lottery Funded Project.
Tony Law – Maximum Nonsense – Tour 2013
Award-winning comic Tony Law will be bringing his new show ‘Maximum Nonsense’ to Glee Club Birmingham, Thursday 25th April 2013.
Defiance: Two years on from the Egyptian revolution
Marking the second anniversary of the Egyptian revolution, Ikon presents an exhibition by photojournalist Mosa’ab Elshamy.
Local Brownies design Sleeping Beauty T-shirts for Belgrade panto
After attending the Belgrade’s annual pantomime for the last two years, the 1st Coventry North Brownies designed and created their own Sleeping Beauty themed t-shirts to wear during their visit to this year’s show.
Public announce 2013 comedy programme
A star studded new comedy programme packed full of some of the finest established and upcoming comics on the circuit is coming to The Public in the New Year.
Alan Titchmarsh set to spread some Christmas cheer in Birmingham
Alan Titchmarsh is set to bring his own festive cheer to Birmingham this Christmas, as he joins the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and a number of local charities, for one of the city’s favourite festive events.
Student acts ready to go Live
Students from the University of Wolverhampton will be sharing the bill with some of the UK’s top music acts this weekend.
‘Written Image’ – Poetry and Art workshop
Explore the power of imagery in poetry, and the presence of words in art, on this unique poetry and art workshop
Robin Guthrie Trio & Mark Gardener – Tour 2013
The Robin Guthrie Trio (Cocteau Twins) plus special guest support from Mark Gardener (Ride) at Glee Club Birmingham on Sunday 24th February 2013
Sideways Theatre presents The Snow Queen
The popular Sideways Theatre Company brings its production of The Snow Queen to the Arts Centre on Friday, December 28th
Martin Longley’s Tampere Jazz Happening review
Martin Longley journeyed to Tampere to eat reindeer and chase some adventurous jazz music…
This Week at the Robin
Lots of guitars and a few pairs of dark glasses to boot.
Belgrade to help visually impaired theatre-goers experience the magic of panto
Blind and partially-sighted theatre-goers can get up close and personal with the cast, set, costumes and props of the Belgrade Theatre’s pantomime Sleeping Beauty
Bloxwich theatre marks anniversary with Christmas Open Mic Night
A popular little theatre in Bloxwich, Walsall is marking the second year since its’ re-opening with a special Christmas Open Mic Night this Friday 14th
Thurston Moore (SONIC YOUTH) & Michael Chapman – Tour 2013
Co-founder of scene-changing band Sonic Youth, Thurston Moore will be headlining a show with Michael Chapman at Glee Club Birmingham, Thursday 7th February 2013.
Aldridge students full of festive cheer
Music students will keep an unbroken Christmas tradition alive when they perform at a carol service supported by Aldridge School for more than 50 years.
Spend a Friday Night in… (a Cardboard Box) and raise funds for Birmingham City Mission
Birmingham City Mission is calling for participants for the 2013 Sponsored Sleepout to be held on Friday 15th February
Santa Stroll takes place this weekend
Brindleyplace and Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust are on the hunt for people to take part in the charity’s Santa Stroll event taking place this weekend
Late lunch and laughs at thestudio
A Birmingham meeting space is opening its doors and celebrating Christmas with a ‘late lunch and laughs’ event, starring critically acclaimed comedian, Tom Craine.
South Africa War Memorial rededication ceremony
The somewhat controversial South Africa War Memorial in Cannon Hill Park is to be rededicated at a ceremony on Saturday, 8th December.
Film: Two Beauties
Richard Lutz sees two film masterpieces, one still in the cineplexes and the other 30 years old
How LOW can you get?
Minnesotan slowcore band Low are making a welcome return to the Glee Club Birmingham on Wednesday 24th April 2013, as part of a UK tour.
Fundraising dinner in Birmingham as West Midlands Muslims respond to medical crisis in Gaza
Islamic Relief volunteers and the Muslim community in the West Midlands have teamed up to organise a fundraising dinner in Birmingham this Sunday
Local comics given chance to shine
The Public in West Bromwich is inviting budding comedians from across the Midlands to step up to the microphone, and take part in a unique comedy showcase, with the opportunity to win a £100 cash prize!
What’s on at The Sun on the Hill
A new one for us. The Sun on the Hill on Bennetts Hill has an eclectic offering on Sunday 2nd December
English String Orchestra Christmas Concert
The English String Orchestra brings its annual Christmas Concert to Artrix on Saturday, December 8th.
Orphaned and abducted art: Who owns, Who knows, Who cares?
The prestigious Ironbridge Lecture will this year be delivered by cultural object law specialist, Professor Norman Palmer QC on 5 December 2012.
Julian Smith: Sax in Bromsgrove
The popular soprano saxophonist Julian Smith makes a welcome return to Artrix on Friday, December 6th for a concert with a hint of Christmas.