Tag archives for Drama
Peaky Blinders future on the rocks as actor Paul Anderson fined for possession of Class A drugs
Staff Reporter
January 28, 2024
Peaky Blinders actor Paul Anderson has been fined for possession of drugs after being found with crack cocaine on Boxing Day. The TV and film star was found with cocaine…
REVIEW: Demon Dentist – Birmingham Stage Company adapt David Walliams book
Rangzeb Hussain
June 29, 2023
Birmingham Stage Company has crafted theatrical drama and mirth from David Walliams bestselling children’s book. Demon Dentist is currently playing at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham. (more…)
REVIEW: Wish You Were Dead – the past comes knocking at the midnight hour
Rangzeb Hussain
June 20, 2023
Critically-acclaimed crime writer Peter James sees his 2021 novella transformed into a psychological stage play laced with black comedy. Wish You Were Dead is currently playing at The Alexandra Theatre…
REVIEW: I, Daniel Blake – a heartrending plea for the hungry and homeless
Rangzeb Hussain
June 15, 2023
A powerful stage adaptation of Ken Loach’s film I, Daniel Blake transforms theatre into a space where the truth becomes a beacon of hope in times of despair and extreme…
REVIEW: 9 to 5 the Musical – Birmingham Midland Operatic Society highlights toxic culture
Rangzeb Hussain
June 14, 2023
The musical version of screwball comedy film 9 to 5 is back in the city in a new thought-provoking production which highlights toxic culture in the workplace. 9 to 5…
Comedy play exploring gay relationships, promiscuity and AIDS crisis to run at Crescent Theatre in Birmingham
Staff Reporter
June 2, 2023
A bittersweet comedy about a group of gay men coming to terms with AIDS is coming to Birmingham in July. Written by the late Brummie playwright Kevin Elyot, the multi-award winning…
REVIEW: The Ocean at the End of the Lane – enchanting adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s book
Rangzeb Hussain
May 23, 2023
A magical stage adaptation of famed writer Neil Gaiman’s book The Ocean at the End of the Lane is now hypnotising audiences in Birmingham. The much lauded National Theatre touring…
Smoking hot Peaky Blinders dance show returns to Birmingham by popular demand
Rangzeb Hussain
May 23, 2023
The legendary Peaky Blinders of Small Heath are back by popular demand at The Birmingham Hippodrome for a fiery dance show. Written and adapted for the stage by Peaky Blinders’ creator…
REVIEW: Steel Magnolias – a heartwarming celebration of the strength and spirit of women
Rangzeb Hussain
March 21, 2023
The all-female comedy-drama Steel Magnolias comes to the Birmingham stage in a raucous and poignant new production. The heartwarming show about female bonding is currently playing at The Alexandra Theatre. (more…)
REVIEW: My Fair Lady – female empowerment themes continue to sing and chime with our times
Rangzeb Hussain
March 9, 2023
A spectacular revival of smash-hit musical My Fair Lady is now melting away the winter snow in Birmingham. The energetic merry-go-round of a show is currently playing at The Birmingham…