Flatpack Festival returns this May with premiere of new short by Joe Lycett
Based in Digbeth, Flatpack Festival is known for its eclectic and surprising programming of live performances alongside archive, shorts and feature films. This year they return with… Read more »
New Films 11th Feb 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Death on the Nile (12A) On the shelf for a couple of years… Read more »
The best theatre to enjoy in Birmingham in 2022
2022 is set to be Birmingham’s year, with the Commonwealth Games heralding a huge summer of sport and our usual run of festivals and outdoor events offering… Read more »
Celebrating LGBT+ History Month at MAC
ExhibitionEpiphania Visuals: When Speech is Forced Down, Art Must SpeakSat 5 February – Sun 3 April 2022 | Opening times as building | Free | Arena Gallery Epiphania… Read more »
Adam Woodyatt joins line up for this month’s Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show at NEC
The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show, returns to the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham later this month from 22 – 27 February 2022, with the largest start of… Read more »
Dry Season coming to the Hippodrome
Interweaving music, movement and medical texts with original poetry and animation, Dry Season is a witty, honest and intimate spoken word theatre show about questioning assumptions and… Read more »
Breakfast Ist Here! Albert’s Schloss Birmingham to launch their breakfast menu in February
Weekends in Birmingham are getting even better as Albert’s Schloss are opening the Pleasure Palace doors for breakfast service. For those wishing to start their morning (or… Read more »
Birmingham to welcome a new Japanese Cocktail & Sake Bar!
Shibuya Underground, Birmingham’s much awaited Japanese cocktail and sake bar, has now opened reservations for from 18th March 2022. Shibuya Underground is set to take you on… Read more »
Published Author Helps School Children with Mental Health Workshops
Local entrepreneur and published author, Lucy Cole from Sutton Coldfield is offering schools across the UK, help with their mental health & encouraging children to talk about… Read more »
Birmingham to Host a New Boat Show Which Celebrates the Boating Lifestyle
The brand-new show, BoatLife Live, is set to open its doors to visitors on 17th – 20th February. The four-day show, spanning three halls of the NEC,… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 5 February
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List. Pete Steel is back in the saddle to bring you another 60mins of brand new… Read more »
Wine Freedom to Collaborate with Katie Fishlock for International Women’s day
The natural wine bar will launch 100 limited edition Katie Fishlock bottles under their House Wine brand and is set to host a month-long exhibition Birmingham-based natural… Read more »
Warwickshire Rock band The Ripchords will be playing The Albany in Coventry 5th March 2022
Warwickshire Rock band The Ripchords will be playing The Albany in Coventry 5th March 2022. Following on from their brilliant set at Godiva 2021… the six piece… Read more »
Grand Hotel taking over Isaac’s restaurant Feb 14th with traditional Valentine’s Day menu
The hotel will be taking over Isaac’s restaurant on February 14th with a traditional menu designed for a night of romance The Grand Hotel Birmingham is set… Read more »
What’s on at 1000 Trades this February 2022!
Six Nations @ 1000 Trades All of the games on our big screen projector upstairs. Rugger and cask ales for the win – what’s not to like?*… Read more »
New Films 3rd Feb 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Moonfall (12A) While repairing a space satellite and bantering about the lyrics to… Read more »
New Exhibition at MAC Zaibunnisa by Maryam Wahid
“I am completely different now. I lived in Pakistan between 1962-1982, I feel I can’t live there anymore because the atmosphere of the place and people have… Read more »
Britta Marakatt-Labba Under the Vast Sky 23 February – 29 May 2022
Ikon presents the first UK exhibition by renowned Sámi (Swedish) artistBritta Marakatt-Labba (23 February – 29 May 2022). Under the Vast Sky features embroidered pieces by Marakatt-Labba… Read more »
WILKO JOHNSON with John Otway play BIRMINGHAM – Town Hall 25th Feb 2022!
Following a remarkable recovery from a diagnosis of terminal cancer, Wilko Johnson the original Dr Feelgood guitarist, actor (Game of Thrones character Ser ilyn Payne) and all… Read more »
Free industry-leading theatre, TV and film auditions coming to Birmingham!
Leading entertainment industry training programme and talent management, Stagebox, has announced audition dates taking place across the nation from April 2022. The annual search sees experts audition… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List 29th Jan
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Jenn Hukins is here to deliver your weekly dose of new music from in… Read more »
Brumbeat DJ & Live Music Guide Feb 2022
February 2022 brings a fantastic selection of live new music and DJ events to Birmingham. See below for our picks of the best music events in Birmingham… Read more »
Glenn Tilbrook playing Robin 2 on Friday 25th March 2022!
Glenn Tilbrook has more than earned his place at pop’s top table as one of our most cherished singers, guitarists and songwriters, not to mention an in-demand… Read more »
Carlo Crivelli Shadows on the Sky 23 February – 29 May 2022 at Ikon
Ikon presents the first exhibition in the UK dedicated to the work of Renaissance artist Carlo Crivelli. Shadows on the Sky highlights his experimental use of perspective,… Read more »
BE Festival 15-18 February 2022
BE FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR A WINTER SEASON AT THE BIRMINGHAM REP, 15-18 FEBRUARY BE FESTIVAL, Birmingham’s festival celebrating the best of European theatre, returns to the Birmingham… Read more »
New Films 28th Jan 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Parallel Mothers (15) Returning to his frequent theme of mothers and children, Pedro… Read more »
Odeheart – Season of Love poetry workshops at MAC
The gift of a love poem. Saturday 12th February Midlands Arts Centre – MAC Three independent poetry workshops exploring the beauty and complexity of love with poet… Read more »
Live Music at The Rainbow Feb + Mar 2022
FEBRUARY 5 MOHO Valentines Special 10 Boxout Jam session 11 Landel + Friends 16 SJM Concerts / Sad Night Dynamite 18 Uncover Music / Adult DVD 19… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 22 January
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List This week making his A-List debut is the wonderful Sam Oliver and he has… Read more »
Could this be the best value tasting menu in the Midlands? 670 Grams launches 15-course tasting menu!
On Wednesdays and Thursday diners can enjoy the menu for £70 670 Grams have launched a new 15 course tasting menu. Priced at £70 on Wednesday and… Read more »
Moschino Hoe, Versace Hottie announces brand new venue for their monthly parties in Digbeth…
MOHO is back and bigger than ever for 2022 with a brand new venue for their monthly hip hop and grime nights in Digbeth… The iconic night… Read more »
KIBOU Japanese Kitchen and Bar to open in Solihull
Premium casual dining operator, KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar, furthers its expansion plans with the opening of a fourth site in the metropolitan market town of Solihull… Read more »
Marc Almond Announces First UK Tour in Three Years Including London Roundhouse Show
Marc Almond is delighted to announce his first British live tour in nearly three years, Marc Almond In Concert. Marc will be singing songs from his last top 20… Read more »
Independent Venue Week announces 2022 schedule inc. Wet Leg, IDLES, Yard Act, Nova Twins, Years & Years, Dele Sosimi, + more
INDEPENDENT VENUE WEEK 2022MONDAY 31 JANUARY – SUNDAY 6 FEBRUARY SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED OVER 200 INDEPENDENT UK VENUESACROSS 93 VILLAGES, TOWNS, & CITIESOVER 485 EVENTS–466 PERFORMANCES | 11… Read more »
Henry’s Blueshouse moves from The Bulls Head to Blue Piano
Sadly, as many of you know, last Tuesday was the last Henry’s Blueshouse session to take place at The Bulls Head. The room was terrific, so were… Read more »
BIG NARSTIE is the latest big name to come on board at Screen and Film School Birmingham
A positive and exciting start to the new year forScreen and Film School Birmingham, whichopened inDigbeth, September 2021. The British MC, author, rapper, singer, songwriter, comedian, and… Read more »
Book Launch – Osman Yousefzada The Go-Between
Friday 28 January, 6-7.30pm, freeIkon Gallery Join us in person or online for a live streaming via YouTube Multidisciplinary artist Osman Yousefzada discusses his memoir, The Go-Between (2022), with Sara… Read more »
British Youth Music Theatre is coming to Birmingham this month to find the next generation of musical theatre talent
British Youth Music Theatre, the UK’s leading youth-focused musical theatre company, are holding auditions at Midland Arts Centre in Birmingham to give the best local talent an… Read more »
New Films 20th Jan 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Belfast (12A) Shot in black and white save for opening and closing contemporary… Read more »
First release out, with debut album to follow from local Psy-Fi Americana band Low Red Moon
Avant, “Psy-Fi Americana” band, Low Red Moon, have been raising the roof with live stompers around Birmingham for a few years now, collecting new band members like… Read more »
Davenports Acquire Popular Jekyll & Hyde
Despite what has been a testing couple of years for the hospitality industry, Davenports Brewery, the historic West Midlands based brewing company established in 1829, has continued… Read more »
New Films 15th Jan 2022 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Scream (18) Making its debut back in 1996, directed… Read more »
2022 is going to be a bit of a mouthful with GULP!
Coming Up… Multi Sensory Whisky Tasting, 21 and 22 January A multi sensory experience for whisky lovers wanting a unique whisky experience. Guests can book onto a 4 course lunchtime… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 15 January
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List. Pete Steel is back with the first show of the year and what a start… Read more »
Empowering Dance Classes, Strutting to Birmingham this weekend!
THE WORLD’S MOST EMPOWERING DANCE CLASSES, STRUTTING TO BIRMINGHAM THIS WEEKEND Own the dance floor like Beyoncé, Lizzo, JLo with A-list routines choreographed by Dua Lipa and… Read more »
School of Rock comes to The Alexandra Mon 31 Jan to Sat 5 Feb 2022
FULL CAST ANNOUNCED FOR THE FIRST EVER TOUR OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S SMASH-HIT WEST END & BROADWAY MUSICAL A star-studded cast has been revealed ahead of School… Read more »
Albert’s Schloss launches its In-Haus Bakery in Brum city centre!
FRESH OUT OF THE OVEN: SAY HELLO TO ALBERT’S SCHLOSS BIRMINGHAM’S IN-HAUS BAKERY The Bavarian palace’s team of Master Bakers are set to bring sweet treats to… Read more »
Wine Freedom back open in Digbeth for 2022!
Following a short battery recharge, our Digbeth venue opens again today (Friday 14th Jan). WINE SHOP open from 12pm-5pm. WINE BAR in service Fri 14th Jan from 5pm,… Read more »
Experience what Pilates can do for you this January at Birmingham Pilates Studio
The unique studio based in Birmingham at the Custard Factory is offering you an incredible 50% discount for your First Pilates Lesson this January! Birmingham Pilates Studio,… Read more »
Upcoming Live Music with Henry’s Blues
Henry’s Blues at The Bulls Head January 18th LOL GOODMAN BAND January 25th GREY GOOSE BLUES BAND February 1st SUNJAY February 8th THE SHAKEDOWN BROTHERS Brum Beat… Read more »