The latest news, updates and events in Birmingham
A new entertainment venue is opening at the site of the old Carling Academy in Birmingham’s Dale End. According to reports, the historic city centre building which has most recently housed the Birmingham Ballroom and the Carling Academy in Birmingham city centre is going to be revamped and relaunched as a brand spanking new music hub.
James Wan and Leigh Whannell are a force to be reckoned with in modern-day horror filmmaking. Not only are they very good friends, but they’re the minds behind the SAW film franchise, with James having directed the original film and and creating the iconic Billy the Puppet, while Leigh wrote and starred in the 2004…
After yet another stunning series, Strictly Come Dancing has come to an end and Saturday night’s fantastic finale saw Harry Judd crowned winner. He will join six of his fellow contestants at the NIA, Birmingham from 20-22 January 2012 for the stunning live show. McFly drummer Harry Judd will take to the floor at the…
Hundreds of fundraisers from across the city are to spend the night sleeping rough in a bid to raise awareness and much-needed cash for a local charity that works with and helps shelter young vulnerable people across the region. On the first Friday in December every year St Basils hosts one of the UK’s largest and…
An estimated 15,000 people joined a public sector trade unions march through Birmingham this afternoon, despite the city council refusing to agree a route following a dispute over road closures. Thousands of individuals on and supporting the national N30 strike ‘snaked’ through the city streets without official permission after the Birmingham City Council had demanded unions to…
A Zombie Ball which took place at the Birmingham Ballroom last month has raised over £1,400 for homeless shelter charity St Basils, organisers announced today. Organised by Birmingham Zombies, the ‘Dance of the Dead’ ball was held to raise money for the charity to assist it with its work with homeless youngsters in the city….
Following three weeks of teaser announcements, the brmb Live 2011 line-up has been revealed. Seven of music’s biggest stars will grace the stage at the LG Arena on 26 November, giving pop fans the ultimate live chart show. The brmb Live 2011 line-up includes two of the UK’s hottest boybands, JLS and The Wanted, who…
As the internationally acclaimed Cirque Éloize land in Birmingham, bringing with them their stunning circus performance and urban dance show iD, members of the Canadian-based troupe joined youngsters from the city in free circus skills workshops at the Birmingham Hippodrome during half term. Working with professional artists from the company, young people from around the city were given the opportunity to take part…
The fantastic Festive Gift Fair returns to Birmingham’s NEC for the 16th year and we have teamed up with the organisers to offer you the chance to win tickets for the show. The four-day show, which will run between 17 and 20 November 2011, offers visitors a massive array of inspirational and affordable Christmas gift…
The Cycle Show is back for 2011, celebrating its 10th birthday this year at its new home at the NEC, Birmingham. With some of the world’s most desirable brands in cycling exhibiting this year, visitors will be able to grab a sneak preview of the latest bikes, accessories and fashions. Whether you are looking for…