Pointe Blank is: An exhibition of original images inspired by the story of Coppélia. In a first-of-its-kind project for Birmingham Royal Ballet, 27 artists and designers have been invited to produce individual pieces of artwork based upon toymaker Doctor Coppélius, and his attempts to breathe life into his most prized creation The exhibition has been pulled … [Read more…]
(Photo by Sarah Mount) fizzPOP is for people who like to tinker, whether that’s with electronics, code (maybe there’s some crossover with HydraHack there), motors, gaffer tape or whatever. It’s about trying things out and making things and is the nearest Birmingham has to a Hackerspace. It’s been on a bit of a hiatus recently … [Read more…]
Thanks to all who sent me info about what’s happening/happened where (especially Matt Murtagh). Here’s what I’ve been able to find. Looking at my calendar for this week, it doesn’t look like I’ll be able to get to anything which is a shame. Also, if you could tell me the ones I’ve missed (head for … [Read more…]
Public Vote « 2Weeks 2Make It Brum 2011 “Take a look through the amazing videos the contestants made in just two weeks. Then pick your favourite and vote for it at the bottom of the page. It is that simple.” Videos – City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra The CBSO’s new season has been announced and there … [Read more…]
I wanted to do a round-up of this year’s degree shows but I’ve been a bit busy and the job of pulling everything together is looking a bit daunting (sorry if you’ve emailed me stuff). It’s a bit late in the day now but I reckon it should still be done. If you could help … [Read more…]
(Photo is Endeavour Space Shuttle Blastoff by jurvetson) Thankfully Heath Mill Studios have written up 3/4 of it already, so here’s a digest: Digbeth triple launch At 5pm, Heath Mill Studios are opening their doors for the first time and Bay Leaf, a new Bangladeshi restaurant in the Custard Factory, are providing the food – I … [Read more…]
On the last Wednesday of each month, VIVID hosts The Neighbourhood Watch, an open submission film night devised and developed by The Neighbourhood Which makes the next one Weds 29 June. With thanks to the 7 Inch Cinema mailing list (which you should definitely sign up to – in the sidebar on the left-hand side of their site) … [Read more…]
Pecha Kucha is an evening of people giving presentations. Stick with me though: Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of “chit chat”, it rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds. It’s a format that makes presentations concise, and keeps things moving … [Read more…]