Culture News & Updates
- 25th November 2025
Birmingham reinforced its position as Britain’s hub for Qawwali music by hosting a landmark Qawwali Music Conference & Roundtable at the Council House.
- 24th November 2025
Birmingham-based arts group Sampad are reflecting on a triumphant end to 2025 with a range of performances spanning its Ujala season covering Diwali and Bandi Chor.
Dr Martin to discuss running successful creative writing sessions at the Birmingham Chinese Hertitage Arts Council Project on The Ian Henery Show on Black Country Xtra
Dr Martin (pictured) delivers workshops for the Birmingham Heritage Arts Council Project
- 20th November 2025
Elmhurst Ballet School has announced the launch of Ballet & Beyond, a brand-new recreational dance programme designed to make high-quality dance training accessible to everyone, regardless of age, background, or previous experience.
- 20th November 2025
Elmhurst Ballet School has announced the launch of Ballet & Beyond, a brand-new recreational dance programme designed to make high-quality dance training accessible to everyone, regardless of age, background, or previous experience.
Dr Martin to discuss running successful creative writing sessions at the Birmingham Chinese Hertitage Arts Council Project on The Ian Henery Show on Black Country Xtra
- 18th November 2025
Birmingham Hippodrome’s New Work & Artist Development Department has announced Origins Festival: Celebrating New Work, a week-long festival taking place from Monday 11 to Saturday 16 May 2026.
Wolverhampton Literature Festival will take place across the city’s arts and culture venues from the 6 February to 8 February, with pre-festival events starting on the 31 January.
"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