New Films 7th February 2025 by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms. This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE… Read more »
Avalanche Party release new album ‘Der Traum Uber Alles’ Listen to focus single ‘Ecstasy’
The most exciting rock & roll band in the UK right now” – JACK SAUNDERS, BBC RADIO 1 “A tsunami of mega riffs and eardrum-popping bass lines. Definitely… Read more »
Flight Club launches BRAND-NEW £12 lunch deal
Flight Club, the vibrant, fairground-inspired bar renowned for its craft cocktails, sharing plates, and Social Darts experience, has launched a new weekday lunch offer for just £12… Read more »
Street Food & Sounds Take Over Albion Square This February 28th
The Jewellery Quarter is set to ignite with mouthwatering flavors and infectious beats as Albion Square hosts its first Food Truck Festival of the year. Taking place on Friday, February 28th, from 6 PM… Read more »
Birmingham Rep announces a new stage adaption of Inspector Morse
The Rep is today delighted to announce a new production which will see Tom Chambers play the beloved detective Inspector Morse in a thrilling new stage production,… Read more »
Van Morrison announces March 2025 shows. Birmingham Symphony Hall – March 19.2025
Van Morrison, the legendary singer-songwriter has announced a rare run of UK live performances this March 2025 – starting with four shows at specially selected venues. Tickets… Read more »
FAT HIPPO GETS FRISKY WITH ‘LE FRENCH KISS’ THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
Bonjour, burger lovers – love is in the air!Pucker up and get your lips round this! Fat Hippo is cranking up the romance this Valentine’s Day with their most… Read more »
Valentine’s Day at The Alchemist – Cosmic Cocktails & Exclusive Masterclasses
This Valentine’s Day, The Alchemist Bars are offering an exciting, aphrodisiac-inspired experience with their Cosmic Oyster cocktails for you and your loved one to enjoy. W Whether you’re in Birmingham or… Read more »
Jekyll and Hyde at the Crescent Theatre, opening Saturday 8th February and running until the 15th
A darkly fascinating tale of male violence, guilt and privilege, “Jekyll and Hyde” – but as you have never read, seen or heard it before – comes… Read more »
Roll up, Roll Up – Bullring Cinnabon set to offer Free Coffee (No purchase necessary)
Fancy a shot on us? Of espresso that is! Birmingham Cinnafans can now grab themselves a free coffee every Thursday morning, for a limited time only. Available… Read more »
Little Comets Play Birmingham Mamma Roux March28th
Returning to England’s city of graft for the first time in an age, everyone’s favourite indie heroes Little Comets are playing at Birmingham’s most fearless venue, Mamma… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – February 2025!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this February 2025. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic live music Brum… Read more »
Beans on Toast – Plots dates on ‘Wild Goose Chasers’ Tour
Beans on Toast will be back out on the road this March.Touring in support of his critically acclaimed latest work ‘Wild Goose Chasers’, Beans and his long… Read more »
New Films 30th January 2025 by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK Companion (15) After a spate of films sounding warning notes about AI,… Read more »
Pride and Prejudice (sort of) and Death of a Salesman
Pride And Prejudice* (*sort of) will be returning to Birmingham Rep for the third time this year with a brand-new version of the production directed by its… Read more »
Spring Fair Celebrates 75th Anniversary
Returning to the NEC Birmingham from 2nd–5th February 2025 and offering a packed programme of free educational content, workshops, and networking opportunities, Spring Fair will be launching… Read more »
Groove Armada and more added to Mostly Jazz Festival 2025
Birmingham’s Moseley Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 11 to Sunday 13 July 2025) have unveiled a further raft of artists, including Groove Armada, Kofi Stone, Sam… Read more »
THE PALE WHITE – Announce BIRMINGHAM Show this March + New Album ‘The Big Sad’
Today, Newcastle alt-rock trio The Pale White return to announce their second album ‘The Big Sad’, due for release on 18th April 2025 via End of the… Read more »
What’s on February Half-Term & Valentine’s Day at Mulligans Birmingham
TEE UP THE PERFECT DATE NIGHT AT MULLIGANS BIRMINGHAM THIS VALENTINES DAY This Valentine’s Day, Mulligans Birmingham is the hole-in-one choice for date night! With crazy golf,… Read more »
MARSTON’S CHALLENGES PUNTERS TO BEAT THE CLOCK TO WIN £5K AND TAKE ON COOL HAND LUKE
Marston’s has teamed up with Darts World No. 1 ‘Cool Hand Luke’ Humphries, to set a nationwide challenge for punters that think they have what it takes… Read more »
SPEND VALENTINE’S DAY WITH AN EXPERIENCE DESIGNED FOR SHARING AT VAGABOND WINES
Vagabond, the wine bar boasting over 100 wines to explore and self-pour, is inviting guests to join them this Valentine’s Day for the perfect date night. Ideal… Read more »
LION DANCE ROARS AROUND BIRMINGHAM TO CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR
Birmingham will burst into a blaze of colour as the traditional Chinese lion dance tours the city to celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the arrival of… Read more »
THE WEDDING PRESENT – Announce 40th Anniversary Tour This Autumn – Including Birmingham Date
David Lewis Gedge and his semi-legendary band celebrate a special anniversary live across Ireland and the United Kingdom this September and October. The Wedding Present was born… Read more »
Diana Krall announces a show at Birmingham Symphony Hall on October 4th, 2025
GRAMMY® Award winning and multi-platinum jazz singer Diana Krall has announced two exclusive UK shows at the Birmingham Symphony Hall on October 4th, 2025 and the Brighton Centre on October 6th, 2025 Tickets go on sale to the general… Read more »
CHAMELEONS – Plot Next Major Tour Route For November 2025 – Including Birmingham Date
Nearly 45 years since their formation, and 25 years on from their exaltant reunion in 2000 – CHAMELEONS – are ecstatic to announce a new run of… Read more »
HOW SUSTAINABLE FASHION TRENDS IN 2025, ARE WORTH THE WEIGHT
It’s no secret that second hand shopping trends have increased dramatically since 2024 – with platforms like Vinted and Ebay sponsoring mainstream television, the shift in attitude… Read more »
Jools Holland comes to Birmingham on Autumn Tour 2025 with Imelda May
Musical maestro Jools Holland and his famous Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are thrilled to announce their 2025 Autumn/Winter tour of 30 sensational dates across the UK, joined… Read more »
Sleep out to spotlight housing crisis
Monday – 3rd February – Anawim’s Accommodation Caseworker will be making a bed outside for the night to raise awareness of the many issues around women’s housing. Aneesa Akbar is… Read more »
FREE Creative Careers event at The Core, Solihull
Are you a young person or emerging professional who is passionate about exploring careers in the creative sector? If so, make sure you book your free place… Read more »
Full Night Time Economy Programme revealed
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) is proud to announce the full lineup of panellists and speakers for the Night Time Economy Summit 2025, set to take… Read more »
Nile Rodgers & CHIC announced as latest headliner for Forest Live 2025 at Cannock Chase
Following four triumphant headline shows at the concert series in 2024, Forest Live, Forestry England’s summer concert series presented with Cuffe & Taylor, are thrilled to announce… Read more »
Last Chance to Experience Winter Magic with “Light Cycles”
With winter in full swing, it’s tempting to stay indoors. But there’s still time to experience the natural world like never before, through a blend of light,… Read more »
Luna Blue – Farewell Gig, Birmingham 29.1.25
INDIE ROCK BAND LUNA BLUE hail from Brighton; active from 2015-2025, the band (4 music graduates : Tom, Nick, Seb and Ryan) will play their final ever… Read more »
Crescent’s first ever show at The Old Rep
The Crescent Theatre’s début production at the Old Rep brings two of Alan Bennett’s much loved “Talking Heads” to the stage, with performances on Thursday 30th and… Read more »
New Films 23rd January 2025 by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK The Brutalist (18) Brutalism, if you didn’t know, is a minimalist architectural style… Read more »
Cast Announced for Good for a Girl
In association with feminist arts organisation, Fractured Glass, Birmingham Rep is thrilled to announce the cast of Good for a Girl – a brand-new drama celebrating and… Read more »
Htein Lin Escape at IKON Gallery
Ikon presents a major solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Htein Lin from Myanmar. Evoking his lifelong commitment to documenting human experience in difficult times, it shows a… Read more »
CLAYS CELEBRATES VALENTINE’S DAY WITH COCKTAIL SPECIALS
Clays, the immersive clay target shooting experience, who recently opened in Birmingham’s historic Piccadilly Arcade will be celebrating their first Valentine’s Day with a weekend of £6… Read more »
The Rep announces additional Spring Programming
The Rep have announced details of seven additional productions in their already bumper Spring 2025 season. Arriving directly from the West End, the Olivier-award winning Showstopper! The… Read more »
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Candlelight in Birmingham
Candlelight®, the series of live concerts produced by Fever, is bringing special shows to celebrate the season of love in Birmingham. This February, the gentle glow of thousands… Read more »
Legendary rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd announce Birmingham date for July 2025
AEG Presents is thrilled to announce that rock’n’roll legends Lynyrd Skynyrd are set to make their triumphant return to the United Kingdom in July this year. The upcoming arena… Read more »
Snow Patrol announced to headline Cannock Chase for Forest Live 2025
Forest Live, Forestry England’s summer concert series presented with Cuffe & Taylor, are delighted to announce more exciting headliners have been confirmed for the 2025 edition at… Read more »
National Sake Week 2025
18th January 2025: Following the resounding success of the inaugural National Sake Week, Kokushu Creative is thrilled to announce the return of this nationwide celebration, running from… Read more »
LA BELLEZZA AND MEDICINE BAKERY COUPLE UP FOR VALENTINE’S DESSERT
La Grande Bellezza Cronut is Medicine’s fluffy cronut (as if a croissant and doughnut fell in love), filled with tangy lemon curd, sitting under a cloud of… Read more »
New Films 17th January 2025 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. FILM OF THE WEEK A Complete Unknown (12A) As any Dylanologist will know, the… Read more »
ORELLE’S BLACKOUT DINNER TO RETURN FOR VALENTINE’S DAY
The one-off evening will be returning on Sunday 16th February, with an exclusive four-course menu created by Executive Chef, Kiran Suvarna Orelle, named as one of the… Read more »
Upcoming shows in the Studio at The Core, Solihull
Spring into action with music, dance and comedy performances guaranteed to help banish the winter blues, all taking place in the Studio at The Core, Solihull. On… Read more »
29th March, Daoiri Farrell – World Renowned Authentic Irish Folk Musician at Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham
‘Daoirí Farrell is singlehandedly spearheading a resurgence of the authentic in Irish folk music…he is rightly in demand all over the world.’ Irish Music ‘The finest Irish… Read more »
Jungle Cakes Brings the Heat to XOYO Birmingham this March
Get ready for an unmissable night as Jungle Cakes lands at XOYO Birmingham on Saturday, 1st March, delivering an electrifying showcase of heavyweight Jungle beats, deep basslines,… Read more »
Cylla Restaurant Brings Fine Dining Greek Cuisine to Birmingham
Birmingham’s culinary landscape is set to be transformed with the arrival of Cylla, an innovative fine dining destination that seamlessly blends authentic Greek cuisine with contemporary gastronomy…. Read more »