Review: The BFG
Jessica Harris watches “a giant of a show” at the RSC.
The Owl Who Came for Christmas: “a winner”
Jessica Harris is enchanted by the MAC’s Christmas show.
The Nutcracker: “captivating from beginning to end.”
The Hippodrome’s pre-Christmas offering is enjoyed by Jessica Harris.
Now, by Jasmin Vardimon Company: “remarkably creative”
Part of the This Is Dance season, Jessica Harris watches an evocative performance at the MAC.
Starter for Ten: “playful and packed with silliness”
Jessica Harris is Challenged to enjoy a Birmingham Rep production.
Black is the Colour of My Voice
Jessica Harris is moved by Birmingham Rep’s adaptation of the life of Nina Simone.
Measure for Measure: “brilliant political drama”
Modern Shakespearian drama, as seen by Jessica Harris.
Black Sabbath – The Ballet: “passion, poise and pride”
Jessica Harris sees Birmingham Royal Ballet’s iconic production at the Hippodrome.
First Encounters – King Lear: “compelling”
Jessica Harris sees the RSC taking Shakespeare to school.
The Boy With Wings: “never really flies”
Birmingham Rep’s school holidays production fails to impress Jessica Harris.
Fat Ham: “Brash, entertaining and visually arresting”
The RSC re-work Hamlet. Jessica Harris enjoys the result.
The Two Gentlemen of Verona: “great introduction to Shakespeare”
Jessica Harris enjoys a Shakespearian comedy from the RSC.
In the Night Garden – Igglepiggle’s Busy Day: “characterful and charming”
Jessica Harris is enchanted by a Birmingham Rep summer production.
Pyre: “brims with insight and compassion”
Part of the Birmingham Indian Film Festival, Jessica Harris watches a tale of growing old.
The Winter’s Tale: “see it if you can”
Jessica Harris is enchanted by the RSC’s latest.
Little Women: “a story that still resonates”
Classic American drama at Birmingham Rep, seen by Jessica Harris.
Cuban Eclectico: “its dance is world class”
Jessica Harris watches a performance from Carlos Acosta’s new company.
The Marriage of Figaro: “clear as a bell”
Welsh National Opera revisit Mozart at the Hippodrome with Jessica Harris a keen spectator.
Carlos Acosta’s Ballet Celebration, BRB2 at Birmingham Hippodrome
Jessica Harris reports back from watching the next generation of ballet stars.
Titus Andronicus: “skilful directing and masterful performances”
Jessica Harris relishes blood and gore courtesy of the RSC.
Much Ado About Nothing: “relevant and fresh”
The RSC’s latest take on the Shakespearean classic, as seen by Jessica Harris.
A Thousand Splendid Suns – “grips from start to finish”
Jessica Harris is at Birmingham Rep to see a haunting tale of Afghan politics.
The Detective Dog: “a gem of a show”
The very adult Jessica Harris has a great time at MAC’s children’s production.
Lyndhurst Memories – a Sharing of Work-in-Progress
Jessica Harris watches the Midlands Arts Centre present a story of community.
Boys from the Blackstuff – “needs to do more”
Classic eighties TV is brought to the theatre, watched by Jessica Harris.
Death of a Salesman: “a timeless story”
Jessica Harris watches the Rep’s production of an Arthur Miller classic.
Edward II: “absorbing, thoughtful and superbly staged”
Jessica Harris watches another RSC Shakespeare masterpiece.
Tiny Fragments of Beautiful Light: “Heartwarming and insightful”
Jessica Harris sees a difficult subject tackled at Birmingham Rep.
Review: Unlocking the Secrets of the Labyrinth
Kate Mosse visits MAC to talk about her novel Labyrinth. Jessica Harris watches.
Cinderella: “joyful, magical, dramatic”
Jessica Harris is at the Hippodrome watching the Birmingham Royal Ballet.