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One-Man Drama Brings Beethoven's Extraordinary Story to Life

29th June 2026

Actor and playwright Mike Venables is bringing one of history's greatest composers vividly to life in Beethoven: Edge of Silence, an original one-man play

Birmingham Rep announces extended run for Sweeney Todd

15th June 2026

Birmingham Rep has announced a week-long extension to the run of its new production of Sondheim’s classic musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Events venue bolsters operations team with new appointment and internal promotions

1st April 2026

The Eastside Rooms, a leading Birmingham city centre events venue, has announced a series of appointments and promotions across its operations and conference teams.

Award-winning Perfect Show for Rachel comes to Birmingham Rep

18th March 2026

The production of Perfect Show for Rachel will be showcased at the Birmingham Rep theatre.

Liebenspiel and Rosalie Minnitt proudly present … NEW THEATRE TOUR FOR SMASH HIT SHOW, CLEMENTINE

14th February 2026

15 & 16 May - BIRMINGHAM, Birmingham Rep (The Door) 'A solo debut remarkable for Minnitt’s restless invention.’ ★★★★ The Guardian 'An absolutely barnstorming performance.' ★★★★ The Telegraph 'Hilarious, engaging, and heartwarming.' ★★★★ Time Out

West End and Broadway star to join Birmingham production of Sweeney Todd

13th February 2026

Birmingham Rep has found its Sweeney Todd - with Iranian-Canadian musical theatre star Ramin Karimloo confirmed to play the lead role when Stephen Sondheim’s musical masterpiece comes to the venue this summer.

Birmingham-inspired production of Shakespeare classic announced for Spring 2026

3rd February 2026

A Birmingham-inspired production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is coming to the city in Spring. Dream, co-directed with Deputy Artistic Director Madeleine Kludje, opening in spring 2026.

NEW THEATRE TOUR FOR SMASH HIT SHOW, CLEMENTINE

2nd February 2026

Geoff Norcott: BASIC BLOKE 2 - There’s No Bloke Without Fire

29th January 2026

New national tour 2025-2026 for star of Have I Got News For You, Is University Really Worth It?, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan, The Mash Report, The News Quiz

Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty A show about stress, love and buying a magic spell off Amazon Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Top 20 Best Reviewed Fringe Comedy Show

20th January 2026

18th FEBRUARY 2026 BIRMINGHAM - Glee Comedy Club 'A distinctive talent, a hugely enjoyable hour.' ★★★★ The Times ‘A killer stage return from a man now increasingly recognisable from your TV screens.' ★★★★ Guardian