Birmingham Royal Ballet announce new dancers for the 2026/7 Season
Birmingham Royal Ballet have announced new dancers joining the Company for the upcoming 2026/7 season. Following the successful completion of their time with BRB2, Sophie Walters and Ixan Ferrer will join the… Read more »
CBSO In the City reveals 2026 programme, plus new report into Birmingham’s musical life
From Thursday 27 to Monday 31 August, CBSO in the City returns for its third year, with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra’s (CBSO) musicians performing for… Read more »
Films from Fri 24 July by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Pinocchio: Unstrung (18) The latest entry in the so-called Twisted Childhood slasher… 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 »
LEEE JOHN of IMAGINATION comes to BIRMINGHAM – The Jamhouse on Wednesday 23rd September 2026.
Chic ‘n’ Soul Presents… The Peace, Love & Light Tour 2026 coming to BIRMINGHAM – The Jam House on Wednesday 23rd September. With record sales exceeding 30 million albums… 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 »
TASTE FILM ANNOUNCES BIRMINGHAM DEBUT – TICKETS AVAILABLE
Taste Film, the immersive cinematic dining experience, is launching its first Birmingham season this autumn with two of its sold-out favourites: Ratatouille in October and Pulp Fiction in November…. Read more »
Summer of fun unveiled at The Fleur
The Fleur de Lys pub, near Hockley Heath, is preparing to welcome in the summer holidays with a host of special activity days throughout August. The award-winning… Read more »
ELI Brings Emotion Charged Alt Pop to The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Friday 21st August Venue: The Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/eli-this-song-tour/the-sunflower-lounge/3654067 A bold new voice in the UK alternative landscape steps centre stage when ELI… 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 »
Films from Fri 17 July by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK The Odyssey (15) Based on (as in there’s a few additions and… Read more »
Independent R&B Show Hits Birmingham – 5th August @ The Sunflower Lounge
Could the real R&B lovers please step forward? James Aaron shares his love of the genre with the announcement of his Table for One UK Tour 2026…. 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 »
CUSP share emotive new single today + Tour Dates
After launching their debut album ‘English Country’ with its anthemic title track, CUSP now amplify anticipation for its release on October 16th by sharing the follow-up single ‘Me And Lily In The Falling Rain’. The… Read more »
Summer of fun announced at Coughton Court in Alcester
This summer, Coughton Court in Alcester will be the perfect spot for families looking to make the most of the school holidays with a packed programme of… Read more »
Bleeding Out exhibition explores artistic responses to medical misogyny and the crisis in healthcare for women and marginalised people in the UK.
Bleeding Out explores artistic responses to medical misogyny and the crisis in healthcare for women and marginalised people in the UK. The exhibition confronts the disparities in diagnosis,… Read more »
Residents go FREE to Shakespeare sites this summer
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is continuing its Residents Go Free scheme this summer to Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and Shakespeare’s New Place Gardens. The scheme allows residents… Read more »
Nearly 400 singers unite for Community Spirit at Symphony Hall, featuring world premiere by acclaimed composer Ken Burton
B:Music’s flagship community choir project returns for its 13th year celebrating the region’s rich musical diversity. Nearly 400 singers from across the West Midlands will come together… Read more »
Greek Aura Brings Authentic Mediterranean Experience to Birmingham Restaurant Festival 2026
Moseley’s family-run Greek restaurant joins festival’s milestone fifth anniversary with exclusive menus and Mediterranean garden dining Greek Aura, a beloved family-run restaurant in Moseley, has announced its… Read more »
Ohio’s Soledad Brothers return to Birmingham after 20 years
Toledo, Ohio’s Soledad Brothers are back from the near dead to spread their one-of-a-kind Rust Belt R&B Revolutionary Gospel. This is their first time returning to Birmingham… Read more »
Unveiling the August to October 2026 Season at B:Music
B:Music, the Birmingham music charity responsible for Town Hall and Symphony Hall, has unveiled its August to October 2026 season, bringing an exciting programme of live music,… 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 »
Films from Fri 10 July by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Evil Dead Burn (18) Three years on from Evil Dead Rise, the… Read more »
Example announced as headline artist for Off Grid 2026
– Crossover dance music icon Example will headline the debut edition of Off Grid Festival on Sunday 30 August 2026 – Off Grid takes place across a… Read more »
THE UNDERTONES – Line up 50th Anniversary Shows this October / November
In 2026, THE UNDERTONES come roaring back with an extensive UK and European tour to celebrate their 50TH BAND ANNIVERSARY. The band behind countless classics including “Teenage Kicks”,… Read more »
COURTEENERS release brand new single ‘Plus One Forever’ today, ahead of forthcoming Best Of album and huge UK live shows
Courteeners have released a brand new single Plus One Forever today (listen here). The new track is taken from their forthcoming Best Of compilation – God Bless The Band – released on Ignition… Read more »
EZRA COLLECTIVE – Share “Well Organised” ft. Lila Iké + Announce Biggest Global Headline Tour including Birmingham
Fresh from announcing their forthcoming fourth studio album ‘Here Because of Hope’, Mercury Prize and BRIT Award-winning Ezra Collective return with brand-new single “Well Organised” featuring Jamaican singer Lila Iké,… Read more »
XOYO Birmingham Hosts England vs Norway World Cup Quarter Final
XOYO Birmingham will bring the national pride of the World Cup to Digbeth on Saturday 11 July, as England face Norway in a high-stakes Quarter Final. Fresh… 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 »
Celebrate Graduation at The Ivy Birmingham
The Ivy Temple Row, Birmingham 6th July – 31st July Join The Ivy for a special graduation celebration. The Ivy’s special Class of 2026 set menu offers… 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 »
3rd Sept. Folk Supergroup “Spell Songs” In Thin Air – New Album Tour. Birmingham Symphony Hall, Birmingham..
Folk by the Oak first commissioned this stellar collection of seven acclaimed Folk and World musicians – Karine Polwart, Julie Fowlis, Seckou Keita, Kris Drever, Rachel Newton, Beth… Read more »
HED SEVEN return with brand new album plus November/December ‘Shedcember X’ UK tour
Shed Seven are today announcing details of their forthcoming new album Shed Seven, which is set for release on 8th January 2027 via Cooking Vinyl. They are also sharing the album’s… Read more »
ONE WEEK ’til Mostly Jazz Festival | Fabio & Grooverider, Jalen Ngonda + more
It’s just seven short days until Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival returns to Birmingham’s Moseley Park, featuring drum’n’bass legends Fabio & Grooverider and The Outlook Orchestra, plus international British… Read more »
4TheFans Launches Europe’s Biggest Indoor Fan Park In Birmingham For England’s World Cup Quarter-Final
The original, immersive fan park brand, 4TheFans, has announced it will return to the Utilita Arena in Birmingham for an England World Cup Quarter-Final fan park on… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – July 2026!
All the best original NEW live music across Birmingham every month! 3rd July Freak Out Presents The Velvet Tuxedo & Tuppenny Bunters @ The Night Owl Eddie Parker’s Airborn -Featuring… Read more »
Films from Fri 3 July by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK The Invite (15) Opening with an anti-marriage quote by Oscar Wilde, the… Read more »
Display of paintings of Yardley’s rural past opens at Blakesley Hall
Image: A Footpath to Sheldon, 1935. Credit: Florence Mare © The Artist’s Estate. Photo by Birmingham Museums Trust. A new display celebrating the work of local artist… Read more »
Acclaimed UK Saxophonist collaborating with the CBSO
Amateur musicians of all ages will get the chance to rehearse and perform with award-winning saxophonist and CBSO Collaborative Artist Jess Gillam as part of ‘CBSO in the… Read more »
The Coral Tour Announcement + New Video
The Coral have announced their first headline UK tour in almost three years a month after surprise releasing their acclaimed, thirteenth album, 388. Opening in Sheffield on… Read more »
’SIX WEEKS OF SUMMER’ SHOWS LAUNCHED AT DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND
Downstairs At The Grand has announced ‘Six Weeks of Summer’, a new entertainment series running for 6 weeks, featuring Ibiza classics, nostalgic summer anthems and more This… Read more »
Music Cinema Event Of The Year Comes to Birmingham – André Rieu’s 2026 summer concert Viva Maastricht! comes to over 600 cinemas across the UK – From 8th August
TICKETS ON SALE NOW – WWW.ANDREINCINEMAS.COM Step into a spectacular evening of music, joy, and celebration with André Rieu’s 2026 Maastricht Concert – Viva Maastricht! Captured live in the breathtaking… Read more »
Off Grid launches with new blueprint for Midlands festivals
– Groundbreaking new electronic music festival Off Grid declares ‘No Signal Required’ for its first chapter on Sunday 30 August 2026 – The team behind the large-scale… Read more »
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 »