BRB’s The Nutcracker Returns to Birmingham Hippodrome
Birmingham Royal Ballet’s famed festive ballet The Nutcracker returns to Birmingham Hippodrome this Christmas (Fri 20 Nov – Sat 12 Dec), bringing sumptuous snowflakes, marvellous magic and… Read more »
Birmingham prepares for four days of glamour, drag and burlesque as brand-new festival takes over the city
Birmingham Drag & Burlesque Festival makes its debut from 5–8 November 2026, bringing international performers, homegrown talent and spectacular cabaret to venues across the city. Birmingham is… Read more »
Sister Act comes to The Alex in 2027 starring Paul Chuckle and Zoe Birkett
Brace yourself sisters! Jamie Wilson Productions are delighted to announce the return of the award-winning smash hit SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL, playing at The Alexandra, Birmingham from… Read more »
UNDER THE SAME SKY IS COMING TO SOLIHULL!
Autin Dance Theatre (@autindt), in partnership with Solihull Council (@solihullcouncil) and Culture Solihull (@culturesolihull), are bringing a FREE community celebration to Tudor Grange Park on Saturday 3… Read more »
JAKE QUICKENDEN TO LEAD RITA, SUE & BOB TOO! NATIONWIDE TOUR IN 2027
TV favourite returns as Bob in the cult comedy classic Regal Entertainments presents the unmissable production at 11 venues across Britain __________________________________________________________________________ The acclaimed stage version of… Read more »
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert – Full line-up announced for landmark 25th anniversary UK & Ireland arena tour beginning next month
PETER JACKSON’S THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING RETURNS AS A LANDMARK 25TH ANNIVERSARY LIVE ORCHESTRAL ARENA SPECTACLE ONE OF THE LARGEST FILM-IN-CONCERT PRODUCTIONS EVER… Read more »
Love Actually Live in Concert comes to Birmingham this Christmas
TICKETS: https://loveactuallyinconcert.com/#showings One of Britain’s most beloved festive films returns this Christmas as Love Actually Live in Concert embarks on a major UK tour, presented by JOY…. Read more »
NeuNoir present THE LISTENER – horror classic revived for autumn 2026.
This autumn, NeuNoir theatre presents, The Listener, an intimate reading of a chilling tale by one of the 20th century’s greatest supernatural storytellers, Algernon Blackwood – with stop-offs… Read more »
‘Open for Business’ by Infinite Opera, 30 August 2026
Various locations across Digbeth30 August 20262–4pm / 6–8pm Grand Union is thrilled to announce the launch of ‘Open for Business’, a landmark operatic performance by Birmingham-based opera company… Read more »
Joyful, all-female Shakespeare coming to Birmingham
The Whole Pack theatre company is delighted to be bringing their gloriously madcap production of As You Like It to Cherry Red’s Cafe Bar in Birmingham. They are an… Read more »
Joe Lycett brings one night only show to The Alex to celebrate 125 years of the theatre
Today The Alexandra, Birmingham in association with Chamber Touring Ltd announces An evening with Joe Lycett & Friends with The Full Fatt Sound, a special show in celebration… Read more »
The Alexandra announces new Autumn/Winter season brochure
The Alexandra’s Autumn/Winter season is bursting with entertainment, from sparkling musicals and chilling plays to top comedians and something for every music lover – there’s no shortage… Read more »
International Day of Birmingham returns for third year – with biggest programme to date
Annual global celebration of Birmingham will take place on Thursday 24th September 2026, with a second day of activities on Friday 25th September In a first for… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM COMEDY FESTIVAL 2026 full line-up drop
With nearly 100 performances across 25 venues, highlights include appearances from Daniel Sloss (Oct 9, Symphony Hall), Stevie Martin (Oct 7, The Glee Club), Laura Smyth (Oct… Read more »
Full cast announced for The Curious Incident of the Dog in The Night-Time
Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep have announced full casting for their new production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the multi-million-selling,… Read more »
Birmingham Rep releases a song snippet from Peter Pan
PETER PAN The House, Birmingham Rep Wednesday 18 November – Saturday 17 January 2027 Box office: birmingham-rep.co.uk, 0121 236 4455 Press Night: Tuesday 24 November at 7pm Directed by Joe MurphyAdapted by… Read more »
Principal casting announced for Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Swan Lake
Following this summer’s celebrations of 100 years of their Founding Director Laureate and one of ballet’s most influential directors and choreographers, Sir Peter Wright, this autumn, Birmingham… Read more »
Stan’s Cafe: River Tours THE AVON | Touring Warks, Worcs, Bham inc RSC | 3m tapestry
Midlands-based theatre company Stan’s Cafe have announced the dates for their latest production, River Tours: The Avon – with performances across Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Birmingham (1-16 Aug… Read more »
What’s on in The Door and The Studio at The Rep this Autumn 2026
LISTINGS FOR THE DOOR AND THE STUDIO, BIRMINGHAM REPSeptember 2026 – January 2027 Box Office: 0121 236 4455, birmingham-rep.co.uk This autumn and winter there’s something for everyone… Read more »
“What Could Be Better?” – Dame Judi Dench Backs Stratford’s Wilde and Shaw Season
Stratford-upon-Avon 17/07/26: Oscar-winning actress Dame Judi Dench has thrown her support behind a unique summer repertory season in Stratford-upon-Avon, encouraging audiences to discover the works of George Bernard… Read more »
Sylvia the musical announces full casting for UK tour and Royal Albert Hall this autumn
Today full casting is announced for Sylvia as it embarks on a UK tour this Autumn culminating in five performances only at the Royal Albert Hall this November. Joining… Read more »
Just For One Day: The Live Aid Musical announces further tour dates
Producers Jamie Wilson Productions (Avenue Q, The Devil Wears Prada, Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York), Mrs Doubtfire) are thrilled to announce further tour dates… Read more »
Birmingham Rep release production images for Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Birmingham Rep has released production images for its new production ofSondheim’s classic musical, Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.The production runs in The House until… Read more »
Stephen K Amos headlines Funny to The Core at The Core Theatre
Funny to The Core is a monthly comedy club at The Core, bringing the best and funniest UK comedy talent to Solihull. August’s headliner is award-winning comedian… Read more »
The Rep launches new fundraising campaign with special concert featuring stars from Sweeney Todd: A Night with Meow Meow and Ramin Karimloo
Birmingham Rep announces a special one-off concert, A Night with Meow Meow and Ramin Karimloo on Sunday 16 Augustas part of the launch of its Raise The Roof fundraising campaign. Whilst The Rep’s main… Read more »
Hairspray the Musical to embark on a major national UK and Ireland tour in 2027
Mark Goucher, Matthew Gale and Laurence Myers are delighted to announce the return of Brenda Edwards (Loose Women, ITV; Paddington The Musical, Savoy) and Paul Kerryson’s production of Hairspray, which will embark on its second… Read more »
Birmingham Repertory Theatre announces a range of Summer Drama Activities for young people
This July and August Birmingham Rep is offering a range of drama activities for anyone aged 3 – 25. Led by The Rep’s Creative Learning team, young… 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 »
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 »
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 »
Planet Omar comes to Birmingham Rep
The world premiere production of Planet Omar, adapted by Asif Khan from Zanib Mian’s beloved children’s books, lands at Birmingham Rep from Thursday 18 – Sunday 21… Read more »
Birmingham Rep announces extension to SWEENEY TODD (plus a snippet of A Little Priest)
SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREETThe House, Birmingham RepSaturday 4 July – Saturday 15 August Box office: birmingham-rep.co.uk, 0121 236 4455 Press Night: Tuesday 14… 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Six new shows to join Birmingham Rep’s new youth festival – Rep Rising 26
Following on from Birmingham Rep’s open call for proposals from early-career and emerging artists and theatre-makers to be part of its new youth Rep Rising 26 festival…. Read more »
Enjoy An Audience With Benidorm Stars On 20th Anniversary
Sun loungers at the ready! Fans of hit TV series Benidorm are being given the chance to spend an evening in the company of some of its best-loved characters… Read more »
Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden to star in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Alongside co-producers Melting Pot, Birmingham Rep are today thrilled to announce initial casting for their new production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the multi-million-selling, internationally acclaimed… 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust places Hall’s Croft on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust (SBT) has today confirmed that Hall’s Croft, the Grade I listed home of Shakespeare’s daughter Susanna and her husband Dr John Hall, has… Read more »
Rita, Sue & Bob Too! Announces A New Nationwide Tour In 2027
The acclaimed stage version of cult classic comedy Rita, Sue & Bob Too! is set to embark on a new nationwide tour in 2027 The Regal Entertainments Ltd production… Read more »
Outdoor theatre comes to Solihull this summer
Outdoor theatre is coming to Solihull’s Brueton Park this summer, with three unique performances taking place in July and August. On Saturday 25 July at 5pm, The Sword… Read more »
In photos: winners from around the UK announced at last night’s Pantomime Awards 2026
On Sunday 19 April, the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2026, staged in partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE), were announced by the UK Pantomime… Read more »