Ooh, it’s a compelling title. They’re not so secret as to not invite people though: Join us at the Solihull Arts Complex this spring and delve into a secret library of contemporary artists’ books with an exhibition dedicated to the genre. Artists’ books and book works, installation and book-related performances will all be showcased The … [Read more…]
DJ and Wordsmith Charlie Jordan, fresh from her West Bromwich Albion poetry residency, with team mates Byron Vincent, Matt Windle & Dan Cullen – refereed by Jo Bell. Live Entertainment kicks off 7.30pm. West Brom Words is some poetry and spoken word goodness at the Library Theatre on 25 March. Says here tickets are free … [Read more…]
A Conversation with Government – Help! On Weds, Clare Edwards is off to “a 90 minute session to tell Government how they can better help creative entrepreneurs and where things are working and where are they failing”. Suggestions welcomed Introducing-DJ Shadow’s Endtroducing-Live | Hare and Hounds “Full 10 piece live band perform DJ Shadows classic … [Read more…]
This arrived in my inbox a little while ago: Being an obedient sort, I went to the website and it seems that, having had a few months to settle into their new roles, Laura and Harun, the new co-artistic directors of Fierce are starting to let their influence hang out. Their blog’s up and running and … [Read more…]
I’m very conscious that I’ve not mentioned that the CiB shop opened on Thursday night. It did and it looks ace – even better than I hoped it would. Things have been quite busy (to say the least), so I’ll do a proper post with thanks and links and photos and all sorts later. If … [Read more…]
Birmingham have made the shortlist for 2013 City of Culture along with Norwich, Derry/Londonderry and Sheffield. Which is a shame cos I had a tenner on Durham*. Fingers crossed though, overall I think this would be a good thing. I’ve still no idea what went into the bid, other than some blandness in the DCMS … [Read more…]
From the Sustain fund but still, an award’s an award, innit? Arts Council England has made a seventh round of awards from its £40 million Sustain fund for organisations under pressure as a result of the recession. City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra: The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra’s application met the Sustain criteria as the … [Read more…]
Smash Bro’z win at UK Hip Hop championships Next stop, Las Vegas for the World Finals CAN <UK> Based in Ladywood – “We are a design, media and communication company working with people of all ages and abilities to devise engaging cross media projects that enable participants to express ideas about themselves, their communities and … [Read more…]