New Films 3rd Sept 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Candyman (15) Released in 1992, directed by Bernard Rose,… Read more »
Daniel Nicholas Eugene embarks on UK tour
Following an in-person run at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, writer and performer Daniel Nicholas’ Eugene embarks on a limited UK tour this Autumn. In the not too distant future, millionaire, inventor and… Read more »
A weekend of reggae at The Night Owl!
On Sunday 12th September, The Reggae Cookout will be returning to The Night Owl! And with special guest, the legendary Rhoda Dakar. DJ and lead singer of… Read more »
Stackz Burger Shack permanently moving to The Flapper
This month two much-loved independent hospitality businesses are joining forces to bring epic burgers and beers to the people of Birmingham. Stackz Burger Shack will permanently take over… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List with Danny de Reybekill – 28 August
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Danny de Reybekill brings you a special 60 minutes of bank holiday listening pleasure from:… Read more »
Birmingham’s second Secret Supper to support people with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s UK is hosting its Secret Supper dining event in the centre of Birmingham on 28 and 29 September 2021. This is the second time the charity… Read more »
Dr Willard Wigan MBE microscopic art now on permanent display at The Birmingham Contemporary Art Gallery
Dr Willard Wigan MBE born June 1957, is a world renowned British sculptor who makes microscopic art. His sculptures are typically placed in the eye of a needle or on the head… Read more »
First major music venue and club to launch in Birmingham city centre for a decade opens doors this week
Thousands of music fans, including NHS and hospitality workers from across the UK, are this week set to celebrate the opening of the first new major music… Read more »
Legal Eagles wing walk for St Basils
Four “superheroes” are about to embark on a unique fundraising challenge to raise vital funds for the Live and Work Village, a building project in Sandwell, West… Read more »
New Films 27th August 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Our Ladies (15) It’s 1996 and, under the supervision… Read more »
Owlstock is back at The Night Owl this bank holiday Sunday!
The Night Owl are getting ready to welcome all Night Owls to one of their biggest events of the year… A day of peace and music paying… Read more »
New Films 20th August 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Nowhere Special (12A) A tattooed, thirty-something window cleaner in… Read more »
Birmingham City University partners with NASA for global hackathon event
Birmingham City University is to partner with NASA and a host of international space agencies on global ‘hackathon’ event, which will see data from the US space… Read more »
Eat with a beat this bank holiday as steakhouse Bar + Block
Eat with a beat this bank holiday as steakhouse Bar + Block in Birmingham unveils its musical line-up, serving up four days of live music that can… Read more »
The Engine Room’s Digbeth Sessions kicks off August Bank Holiday!
The Engine Room in Digbeth is gearing up for a new era in entertainment, featuring some of the city’s best DJs. This cool, retro style mini-warehouse, with… Read more »
Millions of revolutions, one common cause RoSPA and See Sense study helps cycling turn a corner
Millions of revolutions, one common cause: RoSPA and See.Sense study helps cycling turn a corner. Ground-breaking research study conducted over thousands of ridden miles reveals untapped potential… Read more »
Little But Live in Moseley Park, Returns to Celebrate Creativity and Connection
Birmingham-based company Paperback Theatre are returning to Moseley Park, Birmingham, with their exciting and varied outdoor festival, Little But LIVE! in Moseley Park, to safely bring together… Read more »
The Specials on tour 2021 and new album!
The Specials who enjoyed a triumphant 2019 with the release of the critically acclaimed “Encore”, their first ever number 1 album, coming 40 years after they exploded… Read more »
Owlstock is back at The Night Owl!
After such a wonderful celebration of the 50th anniversary of Woodstock back in 2019, we’re really pleased to be bringing Owlstock back to The Night Owl this… Read more »
The Magpies Transatlantic Folk tour!
It has only been a short space of time since The Magpies burst onto the UK folk scene, but they have already made a huge impact with… Read more »
The Seventh Wave Festival of Electronic Music Number Ten
Members of Gary Numan’s ‘Tubeway Army’ (Dramatis) return to the live arena! Tenth Electronic Music Festival comes to Birmingham and once again it includes an all-day free… Read more »
New Films 13th August 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Free Guy (12A) Every day, Guy (Ryan Reynolds) wakes… Read more »
Birmingham Heritage Week Returns Revealing The City’s Hidden Stories and Historical Secrets
The #BHeritageWeek programme is now available atbirminghamheritageweek.co.uk Hundreds of Birmingham’s buildings and spaces, many of which are usually closed to the public, will be opening their doors… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List with Danny de Reybekill – 7 August
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Danny de Reybekill brings you an Olympian music selection for your listening pleasure, including: R… Read more »
The Breakfast Club is coming to The Night Owl!
A brand new brunch is coming to The Night Owl… Head down to Digbeths favourite soul and retro club for all things 80s and to release your… Read more »
Henry’s Blueshouse Summer gigs at Bulls Head 2021
Henry’s Blueshouse, the legendary Birmingham Blues Club which was, 53 years ago, the birthplace of that most influential of all rock bands, Black Sabbath, has this week… Read more »
The Migrant Festival 19 – 22 August 2021
Ikon presents the third annual Migrant Festival. A four day programme mixing visual art, music, film and performance, it celebrates the contribution made by refugees and migrants to… Read more »
Bottomless Bop at The Old Crown ever Friday!
EVERY FRIDAY – BOPOTTOMLESS Unlimited Bottled Beer or Fizz (90 mins only) + BOP Main Meal of Your Choice Bop Kebabs will be cooking up kebabs, bowls,… Read more »
New Films 7th August 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Stillwater (15) Directed by Tom McCarthy, written by Thomas… Read more »
Albert’s Schloss is coming to Birmingham this November!
ALBERT’S SCHLOSS BIER PALACE AND COOK HAUS TO OPEN IN PARADISE FORUM, BIRMINGHAM, THIS NOVEMBER Further to opening the original Albert’s Schloss in Manchester 6 years ago,… Read more »
Meet the creator of the Pornstar Martini at a Bottomless Brunch in Birmingham!
The award winning team behind The Pineapple Club, Birmingham and soon to open Shibuya Underground are bringing the world famous creator of the Pornstar Martini Douglas Ankrah… Read more »
Dishoom launches Home Feast Kit!
Dishoom are delighted to announce the launch of the Dishoom Home Feast, a brand-new meal kit containing a generous selection of Dishoom’s most-loved dishes for at-home enjoyment…. Read more »
Birmingham Comedy Festival returns Friday 1 to Sunday 10 October 2021
After a year online, Birmingham Comedy Festival is back in the room for 2021. Running from Friday 1 to Sunday 10 October 2021, the popular arts festival… Read more »
DJ Jools Belgium (SWEAT) back at The Night Owl and Attic Brew!
DJ Jools Belgium’s: Vinyl Sessions at Attic Brew The Legend Jools Belgium is making a long awaited come back to the Attic. Strictly Vinyl from the 60’s,… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List for 31 July
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Pete Steel is back on Brum Radio A-List duties with an hour of ALL NEW… Read more »
New Films 31st July 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW The Suicide Squad (15) With its opening credits spelled… Read more »
Rosa’s Thai Cafe expands offering with Rosa’s Thai Veggie delivery
Rosa’s Thai Veggie – the plant-based sister brand to popular restaurant group Rosa’s Thai Cafe – is open with delivery and takeaway service from Rosa’s Thai Cafe… Read more »
UK’s First Digital Pharmacy Offering Same-Day Prescription Delivery Launches in Birmingham
Today, the U.K.’s first online pharmacy providing a same-day delivery service, Phlo Digital Pharmacy (Phlo), has launched in Birmingham. Phlo initially launched its service in London in… Read more »
Selfridges transforms façade of iconic Birmingham store – with monumental public art commission by Osman Yousefzada
Today (Monday 26 July), Selfridges has officially unveiled a new monumental public art commission by multi-disciplinary artist Osman Yousefzada at its Birmingham store. The iconic building, famous… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List for 24 July
Saturday at 2pm is the time for the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List and Danny de Reybekill is back with 60 minutes of blazing local music for you to soak up. Including:… Read more »
MOHO is back with an all day party at Deadwax on Saturday 7th August
Moschino Hoe, Versace Hottie are back after an 18 month break since their last dance! They’ll be returning with an all day party at Deadwax in Digbeth… Read more »
New Films 23rd July 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Off The Rails (15) A kind of Mama Mia… Read more »
Foka Wolf takes over The Old Crown for a one of a kind art exhibition
The Digbeth pub will be hosting the Foka Wolf Experience concluding with a charity auction for Parkinson’s UK on 12th September 2021 Foka Wolf brings unseen works… Read more »
Opening this year’s BDF Conference is ‘The Creative City’ a new exhibition of colourful work celebrating Birmingham
Opening this Summer’s postponed Birmingham Design Festival is a new and exciting exhibition launching on Monday 16th August, titled ‘The Creative City’. Aligning with this years theme… Read more »
The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 17 July
Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Danny de Reybekill brings you a red-hot 60 minutes of music from: La shana Latrice // Tarju… Read more »
Foka Wolf Experience – Opening Night at The Old Crown
Foka Wolf presents an experience of installations and new artworks in a special event at The Old Crown, Digbeth. Expect big structures and live performances at the… Read more »
New Films 16th July 2021 by Mike Davies
With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW The Forever Purge (15) The fifth in the series,… Read more »
Bill Woodrow Richard Deacon We Thought About It A Lot, and other shared drawings 15 Sept – 21 Nov 2021 @ Ikon Gallery
Ikon is pleased to present We Thought About It A Lot, and other shared drawings, a selection of collaborative works by acclaimed British artists Bill Woodrow and… Read more »
Mit Jai Inn Dreamworld 15 Sept – 21 Nov 2021 @ Ikon Gallery
Ikon presents the first major solo exhibition in Europe by artist Mit Jai Inn (b.1960, Chiang Mai). A leading figure of contemporary art in Thailand, Mit is… Read more »
Birmingham Production Duo Boyoca Share Slick Single ‘Bamboo Mask’
Emerging production duo BOYOCA share luscious, textured single ‘Bamboo Mask’, released via EMK – the new electronic music platform launched by Kartel Music Group – STREAM ‘BAMBOO… Read more »