Highlights
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Evolution
Evolution, an epic drone light show that promises to take audiences on a mesmerising journey through time and space, comes to Edgbaston Stadium this October.
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A Place In The Sun Live
For those dreaming of owning a property overseas or relocating, A Place In The Sun Live Birmingham is the perfect opportunity to turn that dream into reality.
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The Beach
The seaside comes to Lichfield Cathedral.
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John Bishop
Evidently a fella who likes to fly by the seat of his pants, John Bishop left the comfort of a lucrative marketing job to work full time on his comedy act. It was certainly a brave decision to make,...
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Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out
Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show!
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McFly
Outdoor concert at Warwick Castle, supported by The Hooziers and Elvana.
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Beyond Van Gogh
The story of one of history's most influential artists.
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An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical
Based on the award-winning 80s movie.
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The Tiger Who Came To Tea
Everybody’s favourite tea-guzzling tiger is back in town, dropping in on Sophie and her mum just as they’re settling down for an afternoon cuppa... Adapted by David Wood from the late Judith Kerr’s 19...
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Shrewsbury Folk Festival
A highlight of any folk fan’s calendar, this four-day fest brings together centuries of musical tradition in one picturesque setting.
Latest...
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Brand new Port Vale exhibition opens at The Potteries
'A Step Back in Time’ explores significant shirts during the history of the club.
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March Of The Elephants trail opens for the summer
The 30 individually decorated elephant sculptures are free to visit until 8 September.
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Celebrate the Olympics with the Gruffalo this summer
Forestry England will offer Olympic-inspired challenges with the Gruffalo.
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Epic drone light show takes place in Birmingham this autumn
The family-friendly light show is built around a narrated story which starts with the Big Bang.
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Cannock Stadium Skatepark and Learn To Ride Park opens
It has been announced that the official opening of the Cannock Stadium Skatepark and Learn To Ride P...
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Burton Library set for a £1.3million refurbishment
Providing better space for enjoying books and many other social and learning activities.
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Tower tours reopen at Lichfield Cathedral
The relaunched Tower Tours will open on 22 July 2024.
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Tamworth Castle wins Trip Advisor award for the ninth year running
Tamworth Castle was awarded Trip Advisor’s ‘2024 travellers’ choice’.
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Lichfield Garrick Theatre announces refurbishment
The refurbishment will focus on front-of-house areas, including box office, bars and toilets.
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Brand new Port Vale exhibition opens at The Potteries
'A Step Back in Time’ explores significant shirts during the history of the club.
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March Of The Elephants trail opens for the summer
The 30 individually decorated elephant sculptures are free to visit until 8 September.
-
Celebrate the Olympics with the Gruffalo this summer
Forestry England will offer Olympic-inspired challenges with the Gruffalo.
-
Epic drone light show takes place in Birmingham this autumn
The family-friendly light show is built around a narrated story which starts with the Big Bang.
-
Cannock Stadium Skatepark and Learn To Ride Park opens
It has been announced that the official opening of the Cannock Stadium Skatepark and Learn To Ride P...
-
Burton Library set for a £1.3million refurbishment
Providing better space for enjoying books and many other social and learning activities.
-
Tower tours reopen at Lichfield Cathedral
The relaunched Tower Tours will open on 22 July 2024.
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Tamworth Castle wins Trip Advisor award for the ninth year running
Tamworth Castle was awarded Trip Advisor’s ‘2024 travellers’ choice’.
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Lichfield Garrick Theatre announces refurbishment
The refurbishment will focus on front-of-house areas, including box office, bars and toilets.
Coming soon to the Midlands
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Let's go to the theatre…
Check out our selection of shows coming to venues across the region during the next few weeks...
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Great gigs coming soon
A selection of gigs worth grabbing a ticket for in the coming weeks...
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Havin' a laugh!
Get your ribs well and truly tickled over the next few weeks...
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Get looking! Visual arts across the Midlands
Check out some of the fantastic exhibitions showing across the region this month.
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Let's get classical
concerts to check out across the Midlands this month...
Latest Reviews
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Review: The School For Scandal at the RSC
A camp, lighthearted and mischievous romp that's definitely worth a watch.
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Review: Twelfth Night - A Cornish Tale
A production that wouldn't look out of place on the West End. Don't miss it!
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Review: Hamilton
The smash-hit musical phenomenon tours to Birmingham Hippodrome
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Review: 101 Dalmatians The Musical
First staged at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre in London in 2022, the touring production of 101 Dalm...
Features, interviews & blogs...
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What The Butler Saw - interview with John Dorney
John Dorney chats to What's On about starring in Joe Orton's 'most ambitious play'.
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The Lichfield Festival Experience
Lichfield Summer Festival returns with another eclectic programme of entertainment and attractions.
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From Stand-Up To Shakespeare
Seann Walsh talks about starring in a Cornish-themed version of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night...
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Poet Of The People
mac is set to host a celebration of Birmingham-born writer & dub poet Benjamin Zephaniah.
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The Room Where It Happens...
Birmingham Hippodrome is this month welcoming blockbuster musical Hamilton for the summer season...
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Puppy Love
Kym Marsh talks about playing the ever-so-evil Cruella de Vil in a musical version of 101 Dalmatians...
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Down To A Fine Art
Birmingham’s Barber Institute reopens its doors this month...
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Another Concert For Strings
Thunderbirds Are Go at Symphony Hall!
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All Aboard!
It’s full steam ahead this summer at the Severn Valley Railway...
What's On Theatres
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Regent Theatre
When the Regent first opened its doors, it wasn’t a theatre at all but a cinema, presenting its firs...
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Lichfield Garrick
The purpose-built Lichfield Garrick Theatre opened in 2003 and has a main auditorium seating more th...
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New Vic Theatre
Purpose-built as a theatre-in-the-round and opened in 1986, the New Vic is the regional producing th...
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Stafford Gatehouse Theatre
Opening in 1982, Stafford Gatehouse Theatre programmes both professional and amateur shows, and thro...
Competitions
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Two tickets to the cricket at Edgbaston
The Hundred is heading back to the world-renowned Edgbaston cricket ground this summer.
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Two adult weekend camping tickets to Shrewsbury Folk Festival
The festival returns to West Mid Showground from 23 - 26 August.
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A family ticket to Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Win a family ticket to visit the attraction this summer.
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Two tickets to the cricket at Edgbaston
The Hundred is heading back to the world-renowned Edgbaston cricket ground this summer.
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Two adult weekend camping tickets to Shrewsbury Folk Festival
The festival returns to West Mid Showground from 23 - 26 August.
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A family ticket to Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Win a family ticket to visit the attraction this summer.
Eat & Drink in Staffordshire
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The Tawny launches new foodie experiences
Guests can now indulge in an Alfresco Afternoon Tea or Emma Bridgewater Picnic Hamper.
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Gourmet restaurant and bar The Lesters Arms opens
The new venue in Brewood is receiving rave reviews from diners.
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The Tawny launches new foodie experiences
Guests can now indulge in an Alfresco Afternoon Tea or Emma Bridgewater Picnic Hamper.
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Gourmet restaurant and bar The Lesters Arms opens
The new venue in Brewood is receiving rave reviews from diners.
Places To Visit across the Midlands
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Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Cathedral is one of the oldest places of Christian worship, the burial place of Anglo-Saxo...
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Thinktank Science Museum
Located in Birmingham city centre, Thinktank offers a great day out for visitors of all ages....
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West Midlands Police Museum
Discover stories about some of Birmingham’s most notorious criminals, including the real Peaky Blind...
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Weston Park
Weston Park is a house set in 1,000 acres of Capability Brown-landscaped parkland, making it the per...
What's On Elsewhere
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Three Counties Food & Drink Festival
Over 160 local traders offering shopping, food and drink.
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SIX The Musical
The wives of Henry VIII take to the stage to tell their own versions of their lives.
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JOY…Inspired By Nature
Immersive summer exhibition celebrating joyful designs.
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Shrewsbury Flower Show
As well as its abundance of glorious blooms, the show also features talks, demonstrations, performan...
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Three Counties Food & Drink Festival
Over 160 local traders offering shopping, food and drink.
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SIX The Musical
The wives of Henry VIII take to the stage to tell their own versions of their lives.
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JOY…Inspired By Nature
Immersive summer exhibition celebrating joyful designs.
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Shrewsbury Flower Show
As well as its abundance of glorious blooms, the show also features talks, demonstrations, performan...
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