Creative Network for young entrepreneurs
The Public in West Bromwich have teamed up with SWEDA, an organisation which champions youth enterprise, to develop a Creative Network for young people.
New Square sees The Public’s visitor numbers up 55%
Since the launch of the New Square Shopping Centre on Thursday 11 July, visitors to The Public have dramatically increased – up 55% on the same period the previous week.
Summer of fun at The Public
This Summer The Public becomes Fun Factory – a place where art, fun and entertainment come together.
A Canvas of Sounds arrives at The Public
Disabled artist, Zoe Partington has been commissioned to create a permanent piece of art for the gallery as part of DASH’s project IN ‘Disability art in the mainstream’.
The Public part of regional Jazz Festival
Roy Forbes and the Brian Dee Quartet perform The Unforgettable Nat King Cole at The Public
The Public welcomes one million visitors
Today, The Public in West Bromwich welcomed its one millionth visitor.
Alfie Smith Memorial Concert
The Public will be hosting a special concert in memory of Black Country legend, poet and entertainer, Alfie, on 21st June.
West Brom’s boxing Nikki fights for Miss England Crown
A brave beauty queen who battled back from the brink of death has now set her sights on capturing the Miss England title
Record visitor numbers at The Public
Last month, The Public in West Bromwich experienced its busiest ever month with 42,633 people visiting the venue – up 44% on May 2012.
Russell Kane announces date at The Public
On Saturday 5 October 2013, Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, Russell Kane, will be heading to The Public in West Bromwich.
Regular comedy night returns to The Public
A regular night of comedy, Sit Down, Stand Up, featuring five outstanding acts for just £10, returns to The Public in West Bromwich on 7 June.
Community unite in support for The Public
Hundreds of community members joined forces at The Public yesterday to demonstrate their support for the West Bromwich arts centre
AJW backs The Public
The mysterious Black Country ‘ghostwriter’, known simply as AJW, has backed The Public in West Bromwich.
Gina Yashere Live!
This October, award-winning British comic, Gina Yashere, will heading to The Public in West Bromwich, part of a rare nationwide tour.
May half-term at The Public
Free galleries, fun activities and a fantastic day out.
Passionate support for The Public
West Bromwich arts centre, The Public, has received messages of support from passionate fans following yesterday’s shock announcement by Sandwell Council reviewing the building’s use.
Jenny Éclair brings new show to The Public
Professional Grumpy Old Woman, writer and panto star; Jenny Éclair will be performing at The Public this June with her brand new show, Eclarious.
From the Bunny ‘ill t’ Puddin’ Rock
An afternoon of Black Country story and song celebrating the experiences of ordinary people with extraordinary stories will be taking place at The Public
Robin Ince: The Importance of Being Interested
Award winning comedian and science enthusiast Robin Ince will be performing at The Public in West Bromwich
Deadline looms for photography open exhibition
Photographers from across the region have until 15 April to submit images to an open exhibition at The Public entitled, HomeMade.
The Public wins Big Lottery Fund Grant
Today, Sandwell Arts Trust, the company responsible for managing The Public in West Bromwich, were awarded a grant of £95,358 from The Big Lottery Fund
Bowie tribute act comes to The Public
One of the country’s leading David Bowie tribute acts will be performing at The Public on Saturday 11 May
Lucy Porter – People Person
Lucy Porter, will be bringing her brand new show, People Person, to The Public in West Bromwich as part of her nationwide tour.
Annual Summer Exhibition returns to The Public
Artists from across Sandwell are invited submit work to The Public’s annual Summer Exhibition
Baggies Bouncing Along
Terry Wills reports on happenings at the Hawthorns.
The Public unveils dedicated exhibition to Tesco scheme
The Public has teamed up with Tesco to unveil a dedicated exhibition stand designed to provide information and updates on the New Square scheme in its foyer.
Giant flower sculptures light up arts centre
This February a spectacular collection of giant futuristic looking flowers light up the Black Country arts centre.
New photographic exhibition highlights gap ‘twixt rich and poor
The consequences of the stark gap between rich and poor in society is explored in a provocative new photographic exhibition entitled ‘The A41 Project
Jenny Eclair announces summer date at The Public
Professional Grumpy Old Woman, writer and panto star Jenny Eclair will be performing at The Public this summer with her brand new show, Eclairious.
First acts announced for Now We Are Weekender!
Allo Darlin’, Darren Hayman and Johnny Foreigner are amongst the first acts to be announced for the Now We Are Weekender this May.