On Wednesday afternoon I went to the Crescent Theatre (not been there in a while) for a briefing from the Arts Council on the new funding arrangements for arts organisations. Someone from Stan’s Cafe went in the morning and has written up a few thoughts. It’s worth a read as it articulates a few frustrations … [Read more…]
Another milestone for youth theatre company Stage2 who celebrated their 20th anniversary last year – their forthcoming Twelfth Night will be their 100th major production. As well as cast of 100 we will have carol singers to serenade the audience and street urchins giving out programmes, allowing our whole company to join in the fun. … [Read more…]
Ones to watch in 2009 « West Midlands Dance The Guardian recommends a couple of Birmingham-based shows in its preview for 09 by the light divided Jack reviews gigs for Birmingham Live and this is his blog Our next production – The Rage Ensemble The Rage Ensemble “are looking for people to be part of … [Read more…]
BBC NEWS | Magazine | The sit-down comic An interview with Birmingham’s Laura Howells – the Beano’s first ever regular female artist (hat tip to Andy Mabbett) John Garghan, exhibition in the new year The guy who takes the fasinating photos of torched cars. He’s getting ready for an exhibition at the Solihull Arts Complex … [Read more…]
Wrote Under Wrote Under, the open mic night for music, poetry, comedy, stories and such has a blog here. The next event is Sat 22 Nov at The Spotted Dog from 8.30pm Crescent Theatre Blog The Crescent Theatre has a blog. Hoorah! Punch – BASS 09 Commissions “The aim of this year’s theme is celebrate … [Read more…]