Culture News & Updates
- 12th November 2025
This winter, The Hive is proud to announce the launch of a dynamic new Alternative Provision programme aimed at providing a safe, creative space for children and young people who face challenges with traditional education.
"This book is a celebration of Birmingham`s rich history, its vibrant communities and the enduring spirit of its people" - Dr Dorian Chan, Secretary General of the Birmingham Chinatown Business Association
Birmingham Rep is one of nine local arts organisations to receive funding from a new programme from the Andrew Lloyd Webber Foundation.
- 28th October 2025
Arts Council England Funded Creative Workshops At Chinese Community Centre Leading To A Stage Play By Playwright Ian Henery
Arts Council England Funded Creative Workshops At Chinese Community Centre Leading To A Stage Play By Playwright Ian Henery
Birmingham Rep has launched a bold new fundraising campaign aimed at raising funds to subsidise 5,000 £5 tickets for young people under 25 and state schools, for its forthcoming 2026 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Presented by BADA - Bangladeshi Artist Development Agency
In partnership with Legacy WM and leading cultural venues across Birmingham, this year’s cultural calendar is about to get louder, prouder and more colourful!
- 23rd October 2025
Looking for unforgettable nights out filled with live music in Lichfield? From soulful acoustic gigs to lively tribute nights and theatre shows, the city’s entertainment scene is bursting with talent. This guide explores how to find the best local events, discover new artists, and make the most of your evenings without travelling far from home.
Tickets are now on sale for the first in a run of touring shows in the town from the organisers of Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival.
Prints by acclaimed 20th century British artists, including Lucian Freud and Frank Auerbach will go on show at The New Art Gallery Walsall later this year