Bhangra Bounce
A fun-filled dance workshop designed to teach young children about the world of Bhangra, will take place at The Public in West Bromwich on Saturday 25 August.
Vanley Burke: By the Rivers of Birminam
mac birmingham presents By the Rivers of Birminam – the first retrospective exhibition of one of the country’s most prolific black photographers, Vanley Burke.
Knick Knack and Doo Dad – Reasons to be Cheerful
This winter, mac birmingham presents a tale of friendship set on an island of rubbish with Knick Knack and Doo Dad – Reasons to be Cheerful.
Guitar Heroics
Instrumental aficionados can read on in Glee….
Oh….. An interview with Danny Bhoy
Comedian Danny Bhoy brings his highly-acclaimed new show to Birmingham in October. He tells James Rampton what to expect.
Brindleyplace reveals films for its first-ever outdoor film festival
Next week Brindleyplace will be hosting its first ever outdoor film festival, looking to attract hundreds of visitors to the ‘childhood favourites’ themed event.
Olympics Hero set for Birmingham
Birmingham athletics fans will be amongst the first in the country to watch an Olympic gold medal hero in action later this month
Here Comes the Summer
Kids bored already? Here’s a few ideas to keep them occupied.
‘World’s Biggest Pub’ looks to reacquaint young people with their local
The Great British Beer Festival, organised by CAMRA, the Campaign for Real Ale, today opens its doors at London’s Olympia with the aim of reacquainting young people with their local community pub in the wake of damning new research.
Paralympian to speak at Coventry conference promoting disability sport
Paralympic wheelchair racer Anne Wafula Strike is amongst a host of disability sport experts set to speak at a three-day conference in Coventry
This Week at the Robin
There’s the usual mix of something for everyone in Bilston over the next seven days.
The Jones Boy
There’s a Bank Holiday treat for soul fans at the Robin 2
Little Mix at Birmingham’s Nightingale Club
Fresh-faced X Factor winners Little Mix have been announced as the latest act in a late summer line up at Birmingham’s Nightingale Club.
What’s On at Town Hall/Symphony Hall
Another batch of shows at the city centre’s premier venues including Dave Stewart, Danny Bhoy and Mick Hucknall
Draw Me a Bird at The Public
On Friday 17 August, Peut-être Theatre bring magical children’s theatre production, Draw Me a Bird to The Public in West Bromwich – an uplifting story about making music, finding a friend, and learning how to fly.
Coming up at The Kitchen Garden Café
The Mee Club, Laughing Calves, Mick Thomas with Squeezebox Wally, Kieran Halpin, Traditional Song Session, Clayson Sings Chanson among others feature this month and next.
Forests – World Premiere
One of Europe’s most critically acclaimed directors, Calixto Bieito, returns to the UK with a specially commissioned play as part of the World Shakespeare Festival .
What’s on at The Old Joint Stock
Great shows coming up, some fantastic workshops and even a way to keep the kids occupied for a week…!
Dan Clark – These Songs May Contain Jokes – UK Tour 2012
Dan is the star of his sitcoms How Not To Live Your Life and The Estate Agents, and has appeared in The Mighty Boosh and Noel Fielding’s Luxury Comedy.
Bells to ring out at The Public in celebration of London 2012
The Public in West Bromwich are joining in with national celebrations to ring bells for London 2012 – and are seeking volunteers to join in!
Laughing Sole Comedy Club
The Public’s monthly comedy club, The Laughing Sole, returns on Wednesday 8 August headlined by the amiable John Ryan and one of Britain’s finest deaf comics, Steve Day.
Town Hall/Symphony Hall News
The latest announcements from the city centre venues.
Find the time to be at Bee Time in Martineau Gardens
Birmingham Friends of the Earth Bee Activity Day, Saturday 28 July
Brindleyplace rolls out the red carpet for its first ever film festival
The glitz and glamour of show business is heading to Brindleyplace next month as the estate hosts its first ever outdoor film festival.
Summer cycling for all the family
This summer holidays busy Mums, Dads and Grandparents are on the lookout for free activities to keep the kids active and amused.
Zumbatomic – Zumba for Kids
Youngsters encouraged to get fit while having fun throughout the summer break
Being a member of the public in The Public
If you are wondering what to do with children over the school holidays – as the heavens open and the downpour continues – then make your way to West Bromwich and visit The Public.
Swap school for the stage with the Belgrade’s Summer School
Following the success of last year’s Summer School, Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre is offering two week-long Summer Schools during this year’s holidays for young people aged eight to sixteen to develop and share their theatre skills.
Glee for Sayle
Legendary stand-up Alexei Sayle has announced his first UK tour for 16 years and included in the dates is an appearance at Birmingham’s Glee Club.
WIN WIN WIN Misha B tickets
Win a pair of tickets to see Misha B perform live at the Black Exposure Live Concert 2012 at New Bingley Hall on Saturday August 4th 2012