Young disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent musicians take centre stage at Together for Music 2026
Together for Music returns to Birmingham on Friday 10 July, showcasing seven inspirational inclusive music groups from across the UK – and featuring local group Creative Sounds… Read more »
Where great minds meet Hay Festival returns to Birmingham with trio of award-winning writers
An inspiring trio of writers and performers will appear in Birmingham on Thursday 23 July in a special event from Hay Festival, the world-famous festival of ideas… Read more »
A Killer Cabaret in Four Part Harmony – in Birmingham!
The Ruby Dollsare a critically acclaimed, multi-disciplinary ensemble combining theatre, cabaret and close harmony singing, with 15+ years experience under their belts. Accompanied by Benjamin Cox (Operation… Read more »
YOUNG PERFORMERS AND EMERGING TALENT TAKE TO THE STAGE AT BIRMINGHAM REP IN ‘REP RISING 26’ FESTIVAL
This July young people and early career performers will take to the stage at Birmingham Rep as part of its Rep Rising 26 Festival. Rep Rising 26… Read more »
Birmingham Indian Film Festival is BACK for 2026
Birmingham Indian Film Festival (BIFF) returns – 10 – 19 July – with a rich array of cutting-edge new cinema premieres from India and around South Asia,… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS
Carlos Acosta, Director of Birmingham Royal Ballet, has today announced promotions within the Company for the 2025/26 season saying: ‘Following a momentous week in which we celebrated… Read more »
Funny to The Core comedy at The Core this Friday
Comedian Stephen Bailey headlines this Friday’s Funny to the Core comedy night in the Studio at The Core, Solihull. Bailey, a familiar face from programmes including Live at the Apollo, Would… Read more »
Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic throne to go on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Image credit: Mark “WEISSGUY” Weiss Ozzy Osbourne’s iconic throne, last seen at the Back to the Beginning concert, will be on display at Birmingham Museum & Art… Read more »
Former radio presenter puts her voice to new Windrush project close to her heart
Nikki Tapper MBE with Glenis Williams “We believe every black woman and girl has the power to make a positive impact in their community and the world.”… Read more »
BCU’s 1000 Threads transforms Brindleyplace with spectacular outdoor catwalk
Hundreds gathered at Brindleyplace on Thursday evening as Birmingham City University’s acclaimed 1000 Threads fashion show returned to the heart of the city, showcasing the creativity and ambition of… Read more »
Birmingham’s urban musical heritage revisited through new community archive project
Birmingham Museums is launching a series of workshops to explore the roots of urban music, facilitated by oral historian Ankhobia (Sophia Carvalho). VIBES: Tracing the Roots of… Read more »
The Box of the Bouhali – Play Listing
The Box of the Bouhali is a Moroccan morality tale presented by the Qadiri-Boutchichi Order and directed by Abbas Wahbi. Combining traditional storytelling, spiritual chants, humour, and… Read more »
Birmingham will host England’s first Healing Arts activation, uniting culture and public health sectors to shape a more equitable future for the city
Healing Arts Birmingham was announced today by Birmingham City Counciland the JameelArts&HealthLab in collaboration with the World Health Organization, as a landmark new city-wide programme positioning Birmingham… Read more »
The Heath Bookshop Presents – The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever – Birmingham! Sunday 26th July at 1:30pm
After the success of last year’s The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever, we are bringing it back in July! When: Sunday 26th July 2025, 1:30pm – 2:30pm Where: York Road,… Read more »
Artist Joins Forces with Cancer Charity to Foster Wellbeing Through Arts Workshops at Healing Arts Festival
In a powerful blend of creativity and healing, artist Ben Poultney, founder of Draw My Town, is partnering with cancer charity Help Harry Help Others to deliver… Read more »
Looking for your next favourite book? Literary Escape Festival is coming to Birmingham for a celebration of books, creativity and community.
Bringing together independent authors, readers and small creative businesses, Literary Escape Festival is a new and growing indie book festival touring the UK Whether you’re an avid… Read more »
Engineering Mind Meets Poetic Soul: A Journey that started in Zimbabwe Inspires a Literary Awakening
Author explores heritage through a powerful trilogy that explores identity in the diaspora and the human experience An emerging voice in British literature, Tawanda Bwerudza represents a new generation of voices… Read more »
Olivier Award-winner Julie Hesmondhalgh to headline Birmingham’s Co-op Congress this Friday, 12 June
Julie Hesmondhalgh — Olivier Award-winning actor, campaigner, and star of Mr Bates v The Post Office, Happy Valley and Coronation Street, will headline Co-op Congress in Birmingham this Friday (12 June), fresh from her award-winning run… Read more »
Darcey Bussell on her time at Birmingham Royal Ballet and Frederick Ashton’s Birthday Offering
Former Prima Ballerina of The Royal Ballet and ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ judge Darcey Bussell reflects on the start of her career with BRB and on performing Birthday Offering,… Read more »
Kings Heath Comedy Festival – proving good things come in threes
Kings Heath Comedy Festival is back for a third time – and this could be the best yet – with shows from national stars, local legends and… Read more »
Best Things To Do This Week: Spectacular visual concert about space coming to Birmingham
‘Space Station Earth’ is a long-form musical work by Ilan Eshkeri, created in collaboration with the European Space Agency uniquely capturing ‘The Overview Effect’: the profound awe astronauts feel when viewing the Earthfrom orbit. Performed live on… Read more »
Countdown to MOSTLY JAZZ > Set times released + The Woods line-up
With just a few weeks to go, Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026) has released the stage times for… Read more »
From Around Here – Creative Responses to the Culture and Community of Birmingham’s Southside
Opens: Friday 5 June 2026 Opening Times: Tuesday – Wednesday: 1pm – 4.30pmThursday – Sunday: 10am – 4.30pm A new showcase celebrating the creativity, culture, and communities of Birmingham’s Southside … Read more »
Zellig & Alfred works to host Everything Digbeth market
Back for its 6th instalment, the popular market returns to Birmingham’s creative quarter, Digbeth. Unlock exclusive offers across Digbeth for one day only. Plus this year new… Read more »
The Core Theatre celebrates record year after reopening
The Core Theatre in Solihull is celebrating its busiest period on record after welcoming more than 60,000 visitors in its first 12 months since reopening. The theatre… Read more »
Emerging creative talent on show across Birmingham this summer
Graduating students from across Birmingham City University’s creative courses will exhibit their work throughout June at venues across the city, including BCU’s own campuses and partner locations…. Read more »
ELMHURST BALLET SCHOOL ANNOUNCES 2026 SUMMER PERFORMANCES – ORPHEUS
Elmhurst Ballet School, in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet, is delighted to announce details of its 2026 summer performances, presented under the umbrella title Orpheus. A much-anticipated… Read more »
Exhibition and community archive celebrate Birmingham photographer Rhonda Wilson MBE
The work and activism of Birmingham photographer Rhonda Wilson MBE are being celebrated with the launch of a new exhibition and community archive. Opening at The Old Print… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM JEWELLERY BIENNIAL TO LAUNCH IN MAY 2027
Birmingham will host a glittering, month-long festival in May 2027, celebrating over 250 years of jewellery making in the city, with exhibitions, activities and workshops featuring the… Read more »
Landmark West Midlands Night Time Economy report backed by WM Mayor calls for hospitality and NTE VAT Cuts and dedicated government minister
The Night Time Industries Association has welcomed the publication of the Mayor of the West Midlands Night Time Economy Commission Report as a landmark moment for nightlife,… Read more »
Gracechurch Centre Announces Exciting New Events Programme to Reimagine Sutton Coldfield Town Centre
Gracechurch Centre is unveiling an exciting new programme of events and experiences as part of its wider vision to transform the centre into a vibrant community destination… Read more »
Eric & Ern touring West Midlands to mark 100th birthdays of Morecambe & Wise
Eric and Ern, the new show from Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens – the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated and critically acclaimed West End hit… Read more »
Something for everyone in the new 26/27 CBSO season Emma Stenning opinion piece
There was really only ever one piece that could mark this orchestra’s connection to one of our county’s most celebrated composers in the year that marks 50… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET REVEAL OUR CITY, YOUR BALLET
Birmingham Royal Ballet have released a set of new images titled Our City, Your Ballet taken in and around their home city of Birmingham featuring members of… Read more »
RBSA launches new programme aimed at Midlands artists
Royal Birmingham Society of Artists launches new programme aimed at giving early-career artists from the Midlands membership opportunities The Royal Birmingham Society of Artists (RBSA) has launched… Read more »
Birmingham Media Archive Project: The First Decade 1982-1992
Birmingham Media Archive Project: The First Decade 1982–1992 invites visitors to explore the city’s overlooked media heritage through the work of the pioneering organisations who were active… Read more »
Workshops for new musical ‘Mona Loser’ announced from the writers and director of the 8-time Tony nominated Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
The team behind the critically acclaimed and 8-time Tony Award-nominated production of Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will come together to present the latest workshop performances… Read more »
Art Saved My Life: Artist Champions the Power of Art Therapy And Partners With Birmingham Mind
In a powerful testament to the healing power of creativity, Midlands artist Ben Poultney, (with the alias of Benjibonz and founder of Draw My Town) is opening… Read more »
Birmingham Rep recruiting for Assistant Director for Peter Pan
Birmingham Rep is seeking a West Midlands based Assistant Director to join the Company for the 2026 magical Christmas show Peter Panby J M Barrie, adapted by… Read more »
Elmhurst Ballet School’s Breaking Barres Gala 2026
Birmingham’s dance and culinary scenes will come together for a special fundraising event at Elmhurst Ballet School on Tuesday 7 July, as the School presents its Summer… Read more »
Children’s Mental Wellbeing Coach Tackles Rising Child Mental Health Crisis with Groundbreaking Animated Series
New campaign launches as alarming statistics reveal social media pressures, online bullying and body image concerns threaten the emotional wellbeing of a generation As Mental Health Awareness… Read more »
Kitty Clap Klub at Flatpack Festival Saturday
Kitty Clap Klubis a bold new short film screening as part of Flatpack Film Festival this May. Set around a chaotic strip club in Stoke during the… Read more »
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust celebrates green success
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust has been awarded a Silver Green Tourism Award after completing the organisation’s first GreenCheck submission. Green Tourism assessed Shakespeare’s Birthplace Trust as a whole… Read more »
Birmingham Museums acquires Joe Lycett costumes for city’s permanent collection
mage credit: Doug Peters / Alamy Birmingham Museums is pleased to announce the acquisition of some clothes worn by Joe Lycett for the city’s permanent collection. Items… Read more »
THE CBSO ANNOUNCES NEW 2026-27 SEASON
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) announces its 2026–27 Season: a year of artistic ambition, civic pride and musical breadth under Music Director Kazuki Yamada. The… Read more »
RawSound TV Launches Groundbreaking 24/7 Music Channel Championing Grassroots Artists
RawSound TV Launches Groundbreaking 24/7 Music Channel Championing Grassroots Artists Independent, volunteer-run platform RawSound TV unveils dedicated streaming service featuring live performances, acoustic sessions, and continuous music… Read more »
LOCAL MAKERS SHAPE CULTURE AND COMMUNITY AT JEWELLERY QUARTER’S EXCITING NEW RENTAL NEIGHBOURHOOD
Reservations are now live for Makers Place, Birmingham’s most exciting new rental community, located in the heart of the city’s iconic Jewellery Quarter. With new homes and resident… Read more »
Brand new electropop musical exploring queer invisibility in tennis heads out on tour
Fairlight is a brand-new electropop musical about queer invisibility in tennis, which takes place on a tennis court with live tennis playing. Having premiered in Birmingham in 2025,… Read more »
Elmhurst Ballet School Launches Silver Swans Summer Retreat for Adult Dancers
This July, Elmhurst Ballet School invites adult dancers to step into a unique and uplifting experience with its Silver Swans Summer Retreat; a carefully curated programme blending… Read more »
Birmingham Rep release first images and production trailer for A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Adam Carver (aka Fatt Butcher) as Puck. Credit Manuel Harlan Birmingham Rep has released the first images alongside their production trailer for their latest production: A Midsummer… Read more »