Local hero – Ian Lavender talks to The Press
Ian Lavender, one of Birmingham’s greatest cultural exports, talks to the Press.
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.
Dance into Spring at Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre
Coppélia, The Dolly Parton Story plus a return for The Moscow State Circus at the Belgrade Theatre
Finding every child’s talent – The Fonz at the NEC
Henry Winkler will speak on the impact of dyslexia on students and learning during the School Leaders Summit at the Education Show 2013 next month.
Newsnight journalist takes up Visiting Professor role
An award winning journalist is to give a lecture to staff, students and guests at the University of Wolverhampton – the first in his new post.
This Week at the Robin
Antonio Forcione, Uriah Heep, T Rextasy and much more at The Robin
New at Birmingham Town Hall & Symphony Hall
Here’s the latest events announced for the two venues.
Peter Tatchell is keynote speaker at The Unfinished Battle for LGBT Equality
Renowned human rights activist is to address staff, students and the public as part of a University of Wolverhampton event celebrating equality.
Celebrate Easter with Birmingham Bach Choir
The architectural splendour of St Chad’s Cathedral in Birmingham is the perfect setting for a concert of rarely performed music by Birmingham Bach Choir.
IKEA to sponsor major university sporting event
Coventry University Students’ Union has secured IKEA as the major sponsor for the upcoming annual Varsity sporting event between Coventry University and Warwick University.
Theatre Fever celebrates the best of West Midlands’ theatre
A two week celebration of theatre will highlight the best of West Midlands’ creativity this March.
Reopening season at Birmingham Repertory Theatre announced
Roxana Silbert, the new artistic director of Birmingham Repertory Theatre, has announced plans for the theatre’s reopening season
Stomp and Holler
The dance floor’s down at Artrix on Friday, February 22nd
Giant flower sculptures light up arts centre
This February a spectacular collection of giant futuristic looking flowers light up the Black Country arts centre.
Sad Café make for happy debut at The Jam House
One of Britain’s best live bands Sad Café are set to make their Jam House debut in the biggest line up of legendary and emerging stars in the venue’s history.
Ikon Gallery marks 15 years in Brindleyplace
Ikon Gallery hosts a number of events next month to mark the 15th anniversary of its move to the former Oozells Street School in Brindleyplace
Hedda Gabler reimagined at the Rep
As part of its 100th birthday season, Birmingham Repertory Theatre presents the world première of Heather Gardner
Ginger Baker’s Jazz Confusion
Another fine musician makes his Artrix debut at the Arts Centre in Bromsgrove.
Love Stirchley More
An alternative Valentine’s experience celebrating Stirchley
How to Paint – at mac birmingham
Coventry University academics Craig Barber and Andrew Spackman, otherwise known as artistic duo The Habsburgs, present a new exhibition at mac birmingham.
Original cast of Birds of a Feather launch second theatre tour at Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre
Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph launch the second tour of the hugely successful stage adaptation of the hit BBC comedy Birds of a Feather.
Flatpack’s crowd-funding success for festival
Flatpack Festival / Birmingham City University collaboration kicks off!
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.
What’s on in Bromsgrove: Katherine Ryan presents Nature’s Candy
Award winning comedienne Katherine Ryan makes her debut in The Auditorium at Artrix on Sunday, February 17th
February half term at The Public
This half term an exciting programme of exhibitions, events and workshops are set to keep all ages entertained at The Public in West Bromwich.
Tina Law sings Streisand – The Funny Girl Tour
Tina Law, backed by her band, makes her Artrix debut on Sunday, February 10th performing her acclaimed musical tribute to the great Barbra Streisand.
What’s On at the Robin
Henrik Freischlader, Spirit of Smokie, Alive & Kicking, Nine Below Zero, Kast-Off Kinks all coming up at The Robin
World Party – UK Tour 2013
World PartyWorld Party are appearing at Glee Club Cardiff and Glee Club Birmingham in April
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.
National Libraries Day free event
Coventry University’s Lanchester Library will be hosting a free event to highlight the many different facets of what libraries today are able to offer visitors.