Live Brum: Events during

Birds of a Feather , 14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:36:53 +0000

14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at New Alexandra Theatre

The girls are back! One of BBC TV’s most popular and fondly-remembered sitcoms comes to the stage with all three of its original leading cast members, PAULINE QUIRKE, LINDA ROBSON and LESLEY JOSEPH.

BIRDS OF A FEATHER ran on BBC for nearly ten years throughout the 1990s becoming a massive hit right from the word go and remains not only a classic comedy but also, as a female-centred long-running series, a truly rare gem.

And now the three stars of the TV series are re-united on stage to re-create their adored characters, sisters Sharon Theodopolopoudos and Tracy Stubbs and their sex-mad neighbour, Dorien Green, in a brand-new show created especially for the theatre by The Comedy Theatre Company, producers of the highly-successful tour of Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies.

Annie Get Your Gun @ Artix, 14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:10:38 +0000

14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at Artrix

BOS returns to Artrix with this magnificent Broadway show based on a most captivating true story.

Annie Oakley an outspoken happy country girl and sharpshooter becomes the star of a Wild West show, falling for Rifleman Frank Butler in a production full of colour and vibrancy.

Sugar - Some Like It Hot Musical, 15 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 22:58:09 +0000

15 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

Solihull Theatre Company are proud to present Sugar - a comedy musical based on the 1959 film favourite Some Like It Hot.

Sugar follows the fortunes of two struggling musicians on the run from the mob in 1920's America. Forced to disguise themselves as women, they join an all-female orchestra and the fun begins - a classic tale of murder, love and cross-dressing!

With toe-tapping big band numbers and plenty of outrageous comedy, Sugar is sure to be a big hit for all the family.

Oh! What A Lovely War , 15 May 2012 - 20 Jun 2012

Tue, 15 May 2012 21:33:10 +0000

15 May 2012 - 20 Jun 2012 - Theatre at The Old Joint Stock

Take a large dollop of The British Expeditionary Force, add a generous dose of the Afghan/Iraq war and a smidgen of political activists of the Vietnam War; stir thoroughly with lively music, slapstick humour, improvisation, loveable songs from the era – blast in a red hot theatrical furnace of The Old Joint Stock Theatre at the temperature of 7.30pm (or 2pm) sharp for a slightly adapted production of Joan Littlewood and the Theatre Workshop’s music theatre master piece ‘Oh! What A Lovely War’. You'll leave wanting seconds!

The Pitchfork Disney, 16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:28:52 +0000

16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at AE Harris Factory Building

Circolombia: Urban, 16 May 2012 - 18 May 2012

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:32:15 +0000

16 May 2012 - 18 May 2012 - Theatre at Birmingham Hippodrome

CIRCOLOMBIA’s members are all in their teens or early 20s, and some are graduates of the remarkable Circo Para Todos, Columbia’s national circus school, which takes young people off the streets and teaches them circus skills.

Circo Para Todos is the only school in the world set up to train disadvantaged young people in a range of abilities including acrobatics, balancing, juggling, stilt walking and unicycling providing them with a profession, support structure and an alternative to joining street gangs.

Wings of Desire, 16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:16:42 +0000

16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Dance at Victoria Square

FREE

A love story bridging heaven and earth will unfold before your eyes in this outdoor spectacle, featuring the most amazing transformation of a Birmingham building ever seen.

Angels gather on rooftops as the whole of Victoria Square comes alive with jaw-dropping circus acrobatics and exhilarating dance.

Music resounds and surprises come from all corners as the intensity builds to the ultimate finale moment – a sequence of glorious technicolour projections, bathing the beautifully-restored Town Hall in magical moving imagery.

Australia’s world famous CIRCA meets Britain’s urban hot ticket 2Faced Dance Company in this dramatic and awe-inspiring production, starring internationally-renowned DJ, film and TV star Goldie and featuring interactive performance experts

Soho House Tour, 17 May 2012

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:38:13 +0000

17 May 2012 - Spoken Word at Soho House

Celebrate Local and Community History Month by booking your place on this special tour.

While Soho House is closed for the redevelopment of its visitor centre, we are conducting limited tours. Come and learn more about Soho House and Matthew Boulton with this exclusive tour between 11:00am and 12:30pm, light refreshments included.

Pre-booking is essential. Tickets cost £6 each. For further information or to book a place, please contact Soho House Museum on 0121 554 9122

Afternoon Tea Dance , 17 May 2012

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:57:50 +0000

17 May 2012 - Dance at Sutton Coldfield Town Hall

Push, 17 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:56:24 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Temple Bar

Folk for Free: Sunjay Brayne, 17 May 2012

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 19:49:54 +0000

17 May 2012 - Folk at Symphony Hall

FREE

Hailing from Derby, the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award Nominee, possesses a seemingly effortless mastery of the acoustic guitar and a maturity which surpasses his age.

Funeral Suits, The Hole In The Head Gang, 17 May 2012

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:03:24 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Hare & Hounds

Funeral Suits are a four-piece from Ireland. A shared love of epic, distorted guitars, blistering harmonius pop, art rock and electronica led to the band spending the best part of two years holed up in a disused office space in deepest North County Dublin, writing, rehearsing and at times venturing out to play as special guests for Franz Ferdinand, Passion Pit, The Maccabees, and Local Natives amongst others.

Martyn Joseph and Stewart Henderson, 17 May 2012

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:01:48 +0000

17 May 2012 - Folk at Hare & Hounds

The respective songwriting, performing and poetic talents of Martyn Joseph and Radio 4 presenter Stewart Henderson have attracted hugely impressive accolades. Their collaborative work on Martyn’s albums such as ‘Vegas’ and ‘Deep Blue’ and their sold out poetry and music album ‘Because We Can…’ sees their audience regard them as ‘essential for the heart and soul.’ Of the two, one is melodically tall and sings, the other is poetically shorter and doesn’t….much.

Endorphins, Life Unwritten - CANCELLED, 17 May 2012

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 20:19:01 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at O2 Academy 3

Happy Cycling , 17 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:28:37 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at The Bulls Head

FREE

Happy Cycling is the free weekly Thursday event, offering a wide spectrum of musical genres all perfectly suited to the bar lounge culture.

Bleached, Paws , 17 May 2012

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 22:52:06 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rainbow (& Warehouse)

Meet Bleached, two sisters from LA creating rough-hewed, high-collared, melodic Rock & Roll. Formerly part of Mika Miko, Jessica and Jennifer Clavin were best known for their freewheeling '77 punk and riot grrrl lawlessness. In Bleached, they share the same slant towards the hard-edged, but instead veer towards a more vintage ensemble of Ramones bubble-gum, Merle Haggard country, and 60's psychedelic rock.

Very Cherry Acoustic, 17 May 2012

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 10:31:25 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Cherry Red Cafe Bar

Pete Baldwin hosts a night of open mic from 7pm

Exide, Lipshock, Artisfiction, 17 May 2012

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:57:10 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The RoadHouse Birmingham

An unstoppable force in the revival of traditional heavy metal. The band was born in the winter of 2008 in the once industrialised wasteland of South Birmingham. The band consists of 5 determined die hard young headbangers drawn together to create metal!

A mix of shredding guitar riffs, powerful vocals, thunderous bass lines and soul stealing drum beats, Exide are taking metal down the path it should have taken in the late 80's! We belong to the new wave of traditional heavy metal bands in metals spiritual home, Birmingham! Heavy metal is back as Exide takes to the stage to bring you music that will set your soul on fire!

Passenger, Stu Larsen, 17 May 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:35:24 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The End

For Brighton, UK born and bred yet very much the adopted Australian son singer songwriter Mike Rosenberg, being independent has proven to be the best road he could have taken. There was a time, back in the early 2000s, when things looked very different.

There was a five-piece band called Passenger and the big money label behind it and there was a critically acclaimed debut album, Wicked Man’s Rest, but when the members of that band chose to go their own separate ways in 2007, Rosenberg opted to stick with the Passenger moniker and trust in his music, his voice and his guitar to take him where it would. He took to the streets and discovered not only that the experience enormous fun, but it also proved empowering for the likeable musical troubadour.

An Evening with Steve Staunton & Mark Kinsella , 17 May 2012

Sun, 13 May 2012 10:30:47 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Irish Centre Birmingham

West Bromwich Writers Group, 17 May 2012

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:05:09 +0000

17 May 2012 - Spoken Word at The Public

FREE

Do you enjoy writing poetry, prose, plays, film scripts, short stories or even a novel? West Bromwich Writer's Group covers all aspects of Creative Writing. The group have been running for the past six years at West Bromwich Central Library and moved to The Public early this year. West Bromwich Writers group is an informal group and is free to join.

Get Cape Wear Cape Fly, 17 May 2012

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:23:42 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at O2 Academy 2

The Trevor Burton Band , 17 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 21:22:02 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Junction, Moseley

Mojohooker, 17 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 21:31:07 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Vertu

ICandy, 17 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:15:46 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at The Fox Bar

The Grumpy Old Guitarists, 17 May 2012

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:46:32 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Hop Pole Inn

Acoustic Lounge , 17 May 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:31:52 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Island Bar

Join Jason Pegg for a mellow open-mic night of acoustic goodness showcasing some of the best stripped-down live music in town.

Pig Head, Necrotize, Revokation, Vicious Bastard, Oap, 17 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:13:14 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Actress & Bishop

Ramin Karimloo, 17 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:42:04 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Symphony Hall

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see Ramin in concert as he performs with a live band a varied programme of stunning new songs from his new album, alongside some much-loved West End favourites including: Music of the Night from The Phantom of the Opera, ’Til I Hear You Sing from Love Never Dies, Some Enchanted Evening from South Pacific and Bring Him Home from Les Misérables, which Ramin is currently starring in.

Mark Olver, Jimmy McGhie, Richard Morton, Brendan Dempsey, 17 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:36:02 +0000

17 May 2012 - Comedy at Glee Club

His television warm-up credits include Vicar of Dibley, 8 Out of 10 Cats, 10 O'Clock Live, Jonathon Ross, Have I Got News for You and Deal or No Deal.

He also regularly comperes and headlines for comedy clubs and promoters all over the UK, including Off The Kerb, Avalon and The Glee Clubs, and has supported such acts as Russell Howard and Lee Mack on national tours.

The Insomniax, Tony Nwachukwu, 17 May 2012

Sat, 05 May 2012 09:58:59 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Bulls Head

Our next session takes us to the heart of the West Midlands

Barry Manilow , 17 May 2012

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 11:04:10 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at LG Arena

With worldwide sales of more than 80 million records, Barry Manilow’s success is a benchmark in popular music. His concerts sell out instantly. He is ranked as the top Adult Contemporary chart artist of all time, according to R&R (Radio & Records) and Billboard Magazines. Rolling Stone crowned him “a giant among entertainers… the showman of our generation,” and Frank Sinatra summed up Manilow best when Ol’ Blue Eyes told the British press, “He’s next.”

Moselele, 17 May 2012

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:03:24 +0000

17 May 2012 - Workshop at Prince of Wales

FREE

Moselele is the second best Ukulele group in all of Moseley. We welcome both beginners and people who can already play and anyone who wants to have a go at quite an eclectic range of songs. We cover almost everything from Johnny Cash to the Flaming Lips via Bon Jovi. This is not a gig so if you come along we hope you will take part in absolutely anyway you can.

If you do come along remember we are in the room at the back of the pub.

Soul Cafe, 17 May 2012

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:50:58 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Sunflower Lounge

Jazz Session: Alex Merritt , 17 May 2012

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:22:35 +0000

17 May 2012 - Jazz at The Yardbird

FREE

Alex Merritt is a saxophonist and composer who has recently graduated from Birmingham Conservatoire. He divides his time between London, Cambridge and Birmingham (where he is part of the exciting new HOUSEHOLD COLLECTIVE, stay tuned for more on this) Also check out his website for more info, gigs and NEW TRACK!

Every Thursday night expect the slinkiest live jazz with notes of gospel, latin, blues and funk from the finest local, national and international artists performing two sets with occasional impromptu jazz jams into the early hours and old school souljazz DJ sets from Yardbird owner, Ollie Lloyd filling the gaps.

DOORS: 8pm Till 2am. Free Entry.

Crossroads Blues Club: Tony Portlock, Matt Thorpe, 17 May 2012

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:59:33 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Tower of Song

FREE

With his powerful voice and dazzling guitar skills, Tony performs an eclectic mix of folk, blues and jazz in both traditional and contemporary styles, interspersed with virtuoso instrumentals.

Matt Thorpe is one of the most versatile guitarists you will meet and his playing is the perfect complement to Tony's vocals and guitar playing

Casa, 17 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:32:14 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at The O Bar

Manhattan Loft, 17 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 21:04:06 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at The Victoria

Les & The Licks, 17 May 2012

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 19:58:49 +0000

17 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Jam House

A guitar based 4 piece band that sound amazing and play a selection of rock, pop, funk and soul hits.

Gay-D-Ation, 17 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:59:03 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Club Toxic

Is the new place to be with the scene! Holding an ALL INCLUSIVE NIGHT with all the right tracks makes it another reason not to stay home!

TWB Thursday, 17 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:37:33 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Indi Bar

The Weekend Begins with Dan Kelly

Mukky Duck , 17 May 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:55:54 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Walkabout

Mukky Duck is Birmingham's Messiest and Most Interactive Night out every Thursday Night at Walkabout Birmingham.

DJ Justin James will be mixing the finest commercial tunes, as well as your comercial RnB, Dance Classics and those ultimate pop anthems.

Minted @ Mechu, 17 May 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:45:04 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Mechu

Minted @ Mechu is Birmingham's signature student & young professional night. It is hosted weekly on Thursdays & runs throughout the year.

With our 6th Birthday approaching, we are the longest running weekly student & young professional night in the city.

Our levels of both entertainment & service are unsurpassed & as a testament we regularly sell out of tickets for the night. However we always keep 100 tickets on the door from 8pm for those who forget to buy tickets.

Our strict music policy of motown, soul & funk has helped ensure consistency in the night & DJ Greg Silvers continues to perform miracles on the dance floor...

Go with the Flo, 17 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:35:24 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at PST

There On It Thursdays, 17 May 2012

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:00:23 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Gatecrasher

Get On it... over 2 rooms of the most upfront credible refined Pop, Dance, RnB, Dubtep weekly at GB

Heads & Tails, 17 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:11:26 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Eden Bar

Diversity, 17 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:00:58 +0000

17 May 2012 - Club at Nightingale Club

The biggest gay night in the Midlands.

Massive floor-fillers and Urban anthems in the main arena with award winning DJ Corey

Cheese and Camp on the top floor with DJ Craig and our weekly fix of the fabulous Miss Marty at 12 midnight

Spin: Afters, 18 May 2012

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:32:11 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Moomoo

Music for Lunch Recital, 18 May 2012

Sun, 06 May 2012 22:09:31 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at Birmingham Cathedral

The popular Music for Lunch series continues with recital by The Beorma Ensemble (male vocal ensemble, Russian repertoire).

Joe Stafford and Jayme Tovey , 18 May 2012

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 22:38:14 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rococo Lounge

Rush Hour Blues: Peter Daley, 18 May 2012

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 11:20:41 +0000

18 May 2012 - Jazz at Symphony Hall

FREE

Peter Daley’s blend of jazz and soul meets Town Hall’s very own gospel choir for an uplifting and fun performance.

The Horrors, 18 May 2012

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:46:57 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at HMV Institute

Fixers, 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:08:44 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at HMV Institute

Fixers are a five-piece Experimental Psychedelic-Pop group from Oxford, England that consists of Jack Goldstein, Jason Warner, Christopher Dawson, Roo Bhasin and Michael Thompson. The band are signed to Vertigo Records.

Desi Moves, 18 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:10:55 +0000

18 May 2012 - Dance at Town Hall

Part of Dance Routes, Desi Moves seeks to engage the Midlands’ diverse communities in the Cultural Olympiad and the build up to the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Watch dance groups battle it out in front of celebrity judges to decide who wins the cash prize and an opportunity to perform at The Dance Show, part of the Clothes Show Live in December 2012 at the NEC Birmingham. With celebrity guest stars, the event will showcase Asian dance styles including Giddha, Bhangra and Bollywood in what promises to be a vibrant and exciting evening.

The Fakulty, The Dirty Knecks, Abberline, Brains For Breakfast , 18 May 2012

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 20:31:57 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at O2 Academy 3

Bogus Blooze, 18 May 2012

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:13:43 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The RoadHouse Birmingham

Dark Horse, 18 May 2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 21:41:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Tower of Song

The Soundations, 18 May 2012

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 11:36:58 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Lake at Barston

Tribute Night, 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:36:19 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Paragon Hotel

Grooved, 18 May 2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:13:15 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Vaults, Newhall Street

Refine, Face vs Heel, Post Descartes, Youth Man, Caught in the Moment, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:30:11 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The End

Castrovalva, &U&I, Ice, Sea, Dead People , 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:43:02 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rainbow (& Warehouse)

Castrovalva are an experimental noise rock trio (formerly duo) consisting of Drums, Bass and Vocals based in Leeds, England; they blend elements of noise rock/post hardcore and grime to create their valva big beat sound.

Billy Club, Rotten Agenda, 18 May 2012

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:53:04 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Adam And Eve

Hanging Doll, 18 May 2012

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 22:32:28 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Asylum

FREE

Hanging Doll are firmly there in the British corner of Gothic metal” — metal hammer april 2008 — the sound. the dark intense orchestral metal of hanging doll combines pure passionate and powerful vocals with dense levels of narcissism and emotional longing. the fusion of brooding detuned guitar riffs with highly melodic string patterns and a metal core is without doubt a potent mix, both powerful and poignant.

Dan Firman , 18 May 2012

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 22:38:30 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rococo Lounge

CBSO Friday Night Classics: Burman in Bollywood , 18 May 2012

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 20:15:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at Symphony Hall

One of the world’s great film composers, and affectionately known in India as Pancham Da, R D Burman was among the biggest names in Bollywood music, writing music for hundreds of films spanning five decades. Nearly 20 years after his death, his music still finds its way into soundtracks from Monsoon Wedding to West is West and has been remixed and reworked by musicans from all backgrounds. To this day his innovative music tingles the taste buds of Bollywood lovers and draws in new fans from far and wide.

The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekov, 18 May 2012 - 26 May 2012

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 21:03:24 +0000

18 May 2012 - 26 May 2012 - Theatre at Hall Green Little Theatre

For Madame Ranevskaya, her cherry orchard is more than just land: it is her childhood, her memories and her life. However, in order to free her family of debt the orchard must be sold. This touching play exercises the perfect balance of comedy and tragedy, through the characters, relationships and observations of society.

Rats in the Kitchen, 18 May 2012

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:21:06 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Longbridge Social Club

UB40 tribute band

Boys’ Choir Concert, 18 May 2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 18:24:37 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at Solihull School

The Warwickshire Boys were finalists in BBC Choir of the Year 2010 and they’re teaming up with a top German Boys’ Choir Knabenchor Hoesel for this one-off event. Funds raised go towards Children’s work at our local Hospitals.

Bonnylou, Greenwood Park, Tom Walker, Dale Hanson , 18 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 08:24:31 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Sunflower Lounge

Rise, Loveless Luck, The Glass Guns, Primer, 18 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:13:35 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Actress & Bishop

Musical Extravaganza , 18 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:17:58 +0000

18 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Old Rep Theatre

BMOS Youtheatre 25th Anniversary

Featuring songs from Curtains, Shrek, Footloose, Hairspray, Chicago, Call Me Madam, Oklahoma, Gypsy, Sweet Charity, Pajama Game, Guys & Dolls, A Chorus Line, Blues Brothers, Les Miserables.

Heroes, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:38:31 +0000

18 May 2012 - Theatre at Palace Theatre

A comedy by Gérald Sibleyras

Directed by Murrray Andrews

Translated by Tom Stoppard

They survived the war but can they survive the care home?

This poignant comedy which won the 2006 Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy in a production that starred Richard Griffith, John Hurt and Ken Stott, is now revived by theatre veterans of comedy: DUCKbrothers, whose collective stage experiences span more than 150 years.

It is 1959. Three French veterans of WW1 Gustav, Philippe and Henri live in a home for old soldiers and pass their time grumbling about the staff, dreaming about young women and arguing over whether a statue of a dog is alive. They decide to escape and run away to Indo China or at least as far as the poplar trees on the hill. Hampered only by how they are going to move the 200lb statue of the dog that one of them wishes to bring with them, they plan their escape with military precision.

Knabenchor & Warks Boys Choir, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:44:46 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at St. Chad's Cathedral

Jonathan Veira, 18 May 2012

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 12:29:45 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Palace Theatre

It is rare these days to find someone who can sing beautifully entertain and make people of all ages laugh. To be able to do all this without using bad language is remarkable in this cynical age. In his hugely popular One Man Show, Jonathan has established a reputation for just this over the last 26 years– singing to millions across the UK and the rest of the World.

His ability as a musical chameleon - singing songs of great diversity to an incredibly high standard – engages everyone. His anecdotal story telling has people rocking with laughter at the strangest things. When was the last time you saw one man make Grandparents and Grandchildren roar with laughter together?

His easy, natural conversational style of sharing his faith journey combined with superb music and riotous anecdotes is enthralling, engaging and inspiring. He draws you in and before long you feel as if he is singing and talking just for you.

Remedy, 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:22:58 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The Jekyll and Hyde

Mark Olver, Jimmy McGhie, Richard Morton, Brendan Dempsey, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:36:42 +0000

18 May 2012 - Comedy at Glee Club

His television warm-up credits include Vicar of Dibley, 8 Out of 10 Cats, 10 O'Clock Live, Jonathon Ross, Have I Got News for You and Deal or No Deal.

Jim Lockey, The Solemn Sun, Brother & Bones, 18 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:29:23 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Flapper

The Jamaica Reggae Film Festival, 18 May 2012 - 20 May 2012

Tue, 15 May 2012 18:34:11 +0000

18 May 2012 - 20 May 2012 - Film at The Drum

Class @ Vertu, 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 09:19:18 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Vertu

Cutting edge vocal house, club classics, nu disco & soulful house

Friday Night @ Stirlings , 18 May 2012

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:23:14 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Stirlings Bar

FREE

A night of live music from 8pm

Shirley Red Lion Folk Club, 18 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:39:36 +0000

18 May 2012 - Folk at Red Lion - Shirley

The Great Canadian Songbook, 18 May 2012

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:14:07 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Solihull Arts Complex

Keith James presents his own personal interpretations of the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen. An intimate solo concert. Music of such integrity that it flows from the innermost wellspring of human spirit.

It was around 40 years ago that Keith became drawn to these 3 wonderful songwriters, in awe of their contribution to music while unaware at the time that each of them are Canadian.

Their music forms the backdrop to all of the joy, hope and anxiety that we have lived through in recent times. Now somehow locked in time, these are songs that expose such personal and global fragility that they continue to embrace us as if they were our mother’s arms.

Headstart, 18 May 2012

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:25:23 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Revolution

Jazz @ Ort, 18 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 09:30:30 +0000

18 May 2012 - Jazz at Ort Cafe

FREE

Wildside Riot, Lovebite, 18 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:25:19 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Route 44

Motown Fridays, 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:14:37 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Red Lion

Rob Collins, Wayne Deakin, Jason Patterson, Rhodri Rhys , 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:30:34 +0000

18 May 2012 - Comedy at Highlight

80′s Cover Band, 18 May 2012

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:06:30 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Village Inn, Redditch

FREE

The Arcadian Kicks, The Bluebeat Arkestra, 18 May 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:05:06 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Bulls Head

Plus Freelance Mourners, Snooty Bobs, Blood Moon Sirens

The Arcadian Kicks are without doubt one of the most exciting bands to come out of Birmingham in the last few years and we are delighted to be welcoming them to play live at Freestyle for the first time. Having worked and recorded with Mike Chapman, producer of Blondie’s classic “Parallel Lines” album, The Arcadian Kicks’ sound takes inspiration from far and wide, citing influences from Fleetwood Mac, Sonic Youth and My Bloody Valentine through to The Horrors and The Naked & Famous.

This promises to be a rare occasion in which to catch the band play in such an intimate environment, don’t miss your chance before they hit the stratosphere!

Discographic , 18 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 11:55:34 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Rose Villa Tavern

Roller Disco , 18 May 2012

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:28:51 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The Tower Ballroom

Entrance £9 inc. entrance fee and hire of skates, or £6 Entrance fee and bring your own skates

Stu Who? Chris Cairns, Kevin Dewsbury, Gary Delaney , 18 May 2012

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:38:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Comedy at Jongleurs Comedy Club

Stu Who? has played at comedy for over ten years, becoming one of the most prolific, versatile, professional and original funny-men in this, or any other country.

XXL, 18 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:46:55 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The Core Club

Thank Walkabout It's Friday , 18 May 2012

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:27:38 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Walkabout

Kokomo Band, 18 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 11:00:53 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The White Horse, Harborne

Supersonic Vague! , 18 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:00:42 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Gatecrasher

Fridays choicest Slabs Of latest & greatest Alternative Indie disco /NOT disco with a L’ectro-top, belted-out guitars, amps and analogues cranked to 11. everyone a memory… Mr Will Peasgood will deliver a trip through 90’s Brit Pop and through the 00’s years ruled by the likes of Kasabian and Razorlight.