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Deaf Birmingham artist brings radical theatre performance exploring racism and ableism to city’s Rep theatre
Staff Reporter
May 31, 2023
A deaf performer from Birmingham is bringing his successful show exploring themes of ableism and racism to his home city this weekend. Starring talented Brummie actor, artist and comedian Rinkoo…
REVIEW: The Ocean at the End of the Lane – enchanting adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s book
Rangzeb Hussain
May 23, 2023
A magical stage adaptation of famed writer Neil Gaiman’s book The Ocean at the End of the Lane is now hypnotising audiences in Birmingham. The much lauded National Theatre touring…
REVIEW: Heathers the Musical – love in a time of toxicity
Rangzeb Hussain
May 16, 2023
A musical show based on Heathers, a subversive 1980’s black comedy film, is now playing to an appreciative Birmingham audience. Heathers the Musical tour has arrived to the Midlands and…
REVIEW: Annie – Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood astounds audience as Miss Hannigan
Rangzeb Hussain
April 4, 2023
Television celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood stunned Birmingham theatre goers as Miss Hannigan in a riveting new version of Annie. The family-favourite live comedy-musical is now playing…
Rocky Horror Show cast dazzle commuters with flamboyant flashmob at New Street Station
Rangzeb Hussain
March 30, 2023
The cast of The Rocky Horror Show celebrated the 50th anniversary of the show by giving a surprise flashmob performance at Birmingham's New Street Station. Shoppers and commuters were treated…
REVIEW: The Rocky Horror Show – 50th anniversary time warps to Birmingham
Rangzeb Hussain
March 28, 2023
The cult musical comedy The Rocky Horror Show comes to Birmingham as it celebrates 50 years of entertaining audiences around the world. The immersive show – which encourages audience participation…
REVIEW: Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of the Dubliners – songs of freedom and joy
Rangzeb Hussain
March 26, 2023
The music of Irish folk group The Dubliners was celebrated and brought to life by a passionate group of musicians upon the Birmingham stage. Seven Drunken Nights - The Story…
REVIEW: Grease – West Bromwich Operatic Society dance and delight in hot show
Rangzeb Hussain
March 22, 2023
The fan-favourite romantic musical Grease returns to the West Midlands in a sizzling production by West Bromwich Operatic Society. The sensational feel-good musical is currently playing at the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre.…
REVIEW: Steel Magnolias – a heartwarming celebration of the strength and spirit of women
Rangzeb Hussain
March 21, 2023
The all-female comedy-drama Steel Magnolias comes to the Birmingham stage in a raucous and poignant new production. The heartwarming show about female bonding is currently playing at The Alexandra Theatre. (more…)
REVIEW: My Fair Lady – female empowerment themes continue to sing and chime with our times
Rangzeb Hussain
March 9, 2023
A spectacular revival of smash-hit musical My Fair Lady is now melting away the winter snow in Birmingham. The energetic merry-go-round of a show is currently playing at The Birmingham…