Live Brum: Solihull Arts Complex Events

Chris Difford, 25 May 2012

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 22:52:54 +0000

25 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Solihull Arts Complex

Chris’s show will mostly consist of new and old songs, from the early Squeeze hits to the present day as well as his well respected solo work. His story from truancy at school to Madison Square Gardens joined with his journey in the music industry will be told in part with short films.

Chris will lead each chapter of his life with appropriate song and banter entertaining people with the places he has been and embrace everyone with the luck that has fallen into his lap over the years.

The Frank & Buble Show , 26 May 2012

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 11:34:35 +0000

26 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Solihull Arts Complex

A tribute evening with Frank Sinatra & Michael Buble brings together two Kings of cool, one past and one present for a magical night of ‘What if’ entertainment.

Featuring top Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble Impersonators

A Royal Midday Variety, 29 May 2012

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:53:21 +0000

29 May 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

This popular afternoon variety show is back with a special Jubilee edition so get those flags dusted down and ready to wave! Malcolm Stent returns once again as everyone's favourite host for a royal line-up.

Don Maclean one of Britains much loved comedy stars is back on home territory. He will be accompanied by musical duo Andante, Kirsty Michelle Anderson direct from a wonderful tour which included stops at the Symphony Hall and O2 Arena plus Andrew Van Buren and partner - Europe's Man of Mystery & Champion Plate Spinning act (...watch out in the front row!).

With a top class backing orchestra in the shape of Fast Lane Music this promises to be a right royal state of affairs & a perfect afternoon of entertainment.

Past Lives, 30 May 2012

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:01:32 +0000

30 May 2012 - Classical at Solihull Arts Complex

A collaborative film & live music performance.

Capturing moving images is now commonplace with mobile phones and pocket cameras, but before the digital age it wasn't so easy. Small format movie cameras were the liberating technology of the mid-20th Century, giving ordinary people the chance to record everyday events on their 8mm and 16mm cameras.

Cipher have collaborated with visual artist Anthony Hatton to produce a thought-provoking and engaging visual and live musical experience – using footage from the Media Archive of Central England, including local images of the West Midlands and with music composed by renowned musicians Theo Travis (flute, sax, keys - David Sylvian, Steven Wilson, Robert Fripp) and Dave Sturt (fretless bass, loops, soundscapes - Gong, Steve Hillage, Bill Nelson), performed live, alongside musicians from Sinfonia

That's Showbiz, 1 Jun 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:35:47 +0000

1 Jun 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Star Struck Theatre School present a musical journey through Broadway, the West End and contemporary artists, linked with drama & various dance styles.

A theatrical spectacular with music including Les Miserables, Oliver, Jessie J and much more.

That's Showbiz, 2 Jun 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:36:05 +0000

2 Jun 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Star Struck Theatre School present a musical journey through Broadway, the West End and contemporary artists, linked with drama & various dance styles.

A theatrical spectacular with music including Les Miserables, Oliver, Jessie J and much more.

Keep Calm & Carry On Dancing, 3 Jun 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:37:21 +0000

3 Jun 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Jayne Franklin School of Dance presents 'Keep Calm & Carry On Dancing', a celebrartion of England's capital city in the year of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympics.

Diamond Jubilee Street Party, 5 Jun 2012

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 22:56:56 +0000

5 Jun 2012 - Workshop at Solihull Arts Complex

(suitable for under 18s)

Solihull Arts Complex will be celebrating the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with its very own family street party in Library Square.

Throughout the day children are invited to come along and join fun art workshops to make diamond jubilee artwork. Families can join in the fun with our very own street party in Library Square. The street party will include entertainment with nostalgic food on offer in the cafe bar. Themed Diamond Jubilee costumes are very much encouraged.

Workshops will take place at 10am, 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3pm, with the street party running from 11am – 4pm.

Children will be supervised for the workshops but must be accompanied by an adult at the street party.

Places are limited on the workshops so book in advance. Suitable for ages 7+.

In the Box, 6 Jun 2012

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:04:02 +0000

6 Jun 2012 - Spoken Word at Solihull Arts Complex

With the stars of BBC Radio’s Test Match Special

Following the huge success of Sticky Wicket and Rain Stops Play, the team of raconteurs from BBC Radio’s Test Match Special are on the road again with their new show - In The Box.

Ralph Dellor once again hosts this hilarious and memorable evening with Test Match Special commentators and cricketing legends as they recall their favourite anecdotes from life In The Box.

Ralph will be joined by BBC cricket correspondent, Jonathan Agnew and two others from a squad of luminaries which includes former England captains, Mike Gatting and Graham Gooch, New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney, England bowling stalwarts Angus Fraser and Neil Foster and the current chairman of selectors, Geoff Miller.

The Snail & The Whale (1.30), 7 Jun 2012

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:24:45 +0000

7 Jun 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

(suitable for under 18s)

Tall Stories (creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom stage shows) are proud to present their latest collaboration with Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.)

A tiny snail longs to see the world, so she hitches a lift on the tale of a huge humpback whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, experiencing sharks and penguins, icebergs and volcanoes. The little snail is amazed by it all, but starts feeling very small in the vastness of the world…

Then disaster strikes – the whale becomes beached in a bay…Can the tiny snail save the day?

Created in Tall Stories’ unique style, The Snail and the Whale combines unique storytelling, live music and lots of laughs.

The Snail & The Whale (4.00), 7 Jun 2012

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:25:56 +0000

7 Jun 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

(suitable for under 18s)

Tall Stories (creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom stage shows) are proud to present their latest collaboration with Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.)

Then disaster strikes – the whale becomes beached in a bay…Can the tiny snail save the day?

Created in Tall Stories’ unique style, The Snail and the Whale combines unique storytelling, live music and lots of laughs.

Keep Calm & Carry On Dancing: 1.30, 10 Jun 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:37:56 +0000

10 Jun 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Jayne Franklin School of Dance presents 'Keep Calm & Carry On Dancing', a celebrartion of England's capital city in the year of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympics.

Keep Calm & Carry On Dancing: 5.00, 10 Jun 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 21:38:20 +0000

10 Jun 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Jayne Franklin School of Dance presents 'Keep Calm & Carry On Dancing', a celebrartion of England's capital city in the year of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympics.

Spring Tea Dance, 11 Jun 2012

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 19:45:13 +0000

11 Jun 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Following a successful autumn debut, the tea dances are back for another season.

Bring a patner and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom and sequence dancing in the Studio.

The ticket inludes high tea - assorted sandwiches, delicious cakes and tea/coffee.

A great afternoon of dancing & socialising with friends.

Nicholas Nickleby, 11 Jun 2012

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 23:02:11 +0000

11 Jun 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

Enter the world of Charles Dickens in the company of his great, great grandson Gerald Dickens as this remarkable actor performs Dickens’ masterpiece, playing every character himself.

Gerald will also give a unique insight into the fascinating world of Charles Dickens.

The stunning virtuoso performance is a theatrical experience full of drama, variety and excitement that has had audiences cheering from across the wolrld.

Experience this timeless romantic tale of passion, intrigue and revenge, brilliantly acted. This is teriffic, sparkling entertainment.

Just William, 13 Jun 2012

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:54:26 +0000

13 Jun 2012 - Spoken Word at Solihull Arts Complex

Solihull Flower Club present an evening of flower arranging with demonstrator William Dixon

The ELO Experience, 14 Jun 2012

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 23:03:36 +0000

14 Jun 2012 - Rock & Pop at Solihull Arts Complex

The Electric Light Orchestra Greatest Hits show, performed live by the incredible ELO Experience, is once again on the road, taking audiences back to the days when these amazing songs were first heard, and creating an uplifting atmosphere within the theatre walls, that just has to be experienced. Forget about everything for 2 hours of nostalgia with this amazing 7 piece band.

40 years ago, an idea conceived by Birmingham musician Roy Wood, resulted in the formation of a band known as the Electric Light Orchestra, aka ELO. This band, taken over and nurtured by Jeff Lynne, became one of the most remarkable success stories in pop music history.

Marty Wilde & The Wildcats, 15 Jun 2012

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:28:21 +0000

15 Jun 2012 - Rock & Pop at Solihull Arts Complex

One of the greatest names of 50s & 60s music looks back at a career spanning over fifty years of Rock 'n' Roll. Join Marty as he presents a stunning evening of Rock memories from his own vaults, and also pays homage to friends who helped shape the nature of British Rock and Roll. Including his personal favourites.... Bad Boy, Jesamine, Teenager in Love, Rubber Ball, Jezabel, Sea of Love, and many many more.

Diamond Decades, 22 Jun 2012 - 23 Jun 2012

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:56:22 +0000

22 Jun 2012 - 23 Jun 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

Presented by Queensbridge Musical Theatre Company

Songs from the Queens 60 years on the throne.

Do Your Thing, 10 Jul 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 11:46:58 +0000

10 Jul 2012 - Dance at Solihull Arts Complex

Warwickshire Dance Academy Do Your Thing, a dance & musical theatre show.