Last weekend I went along to Aston Hall for one of the candlelit tours they do at this time of year: One of the country’s finest Jacobean houses, Aston Hall is seen at its most breathtaking, lit by around 300 shimmering candles and warmed by two glorious historic fireplaces It was pretty good too. It’s an … [Read more…]
We are Birmingham “as we approach the six month marker Jeff slash Dave brings the world up to date with how We are Birmingham is getting along” Dudley festivals axed – Audiences Central “Dudley Performing Arts (DPA) have axed their Rock The Castle and summer festival, both of which take place at Himley Hall, Dudley … [Read more…]
The generally stress free holiday of Halloween presents an excuse for some thrilling fun for all ages. Here’s a run down of a few things going on in Birmingham; Invisible City‘s final event, Media Circus, takes place on 29 Oct at Fazeley Studios. With entertainment, music, drinks, performances and digital displays, along with the winners … [Read more…]
Two new things (to me, at least) gleaned from the arts bit of the BCC website. First up, Verbalise which culminates in a performance on Thurs 3 June: A celebration of young people’s written and spoken words. Verbalise showcases the talents of Birmingham’s emerging spoken word artists and performance poets, kicking off with a series … [Read more…]
We Are Eastside brochure « We Are Eastside | Birmingham “For your viewing pleasure, a guide to Eastside” Young People and Arts Boards Training Programme – Audiences Central “Arts organisations across the city have said that they would like young people aged 18–25 to become members of their management boards”. If you are a young … [Read more…]