We’re taking a bit of a break here but CiB will return in the new year. In the meantime, I’ll be posting a few ‘year in review’ things to remind you that 2010 was alright really, and that all the talk of (and worrying over) money over recent months shouldn’t detract from some great art, … [Read more…]
Merry Christmas from one and all at Created in Birmingham! To be honest, I’d be surprised if anyone is reading this (and to be even more honest, I wrote this a few days back anyway) but, in case it’s timely, here are a few things on TV that you might be interested in today: Birmingham … [Read more…]
Not Charlie Windsor, although he was meant to be in Birmingham today to unveil a statue (snow stopped play). This is the Prince of Wales pub in Moseley, which I’ve just discovered has a blog. The owners use it to talk about upcoming events but also to rail against what they see as the negative … [Read more…]
And when I say a minute, I mean a minute. It’s mainly checkboxes. I’m interested in finding out which websites/online services people use to find out about what’s going on around Birmingham. Which listings websites people use and how they keep up to date with what’s going on – that sort of thing. Here’s the … [Read more…]
Nicky Getgood’s written a brief but thoughtful piece on Ikon Eastside’s place in Digbeth’s cultural scene and what it might mean if the place were to close as a result of the recently announced funding cuts. The BPo reported on the possibility of this happening yesterday with a few quotes hinting at the situation at Ex … [Read more…]
I’ve not been paying a great deal to Rhubarb Radio over the past little while, other than my usual subscription to Brumcast which drops into my iTunes on a weekly basis. I hadn’t realised they were in any sort of trouble until I read Robin Valk’s post: Last month, there was more bad news. Like … [Read more…]
Found Objects Stick ‘Birmingham’ in the search bar on this blog’s sidebar and prepare to be amazed Found Objects: Birmingham Arts Lab “Pat also did Dr Who stuff, and greased up the man who played the giant shrimp in “The Invisible Enemy” so he could slide into the costume!” Kavanaugh Leaves Rep – News – … [Read more…]
You may remember some discussion on this site about the impending announcement of Birmingham City Council’s arts budget cuts. Well, following a Cabinet meeting yesterday, the results are in. My first boss always told me to work from first principles and sources, therefore: The Cabinet report is here (PDF); and The figures are here (Excel … [Read more…]