Highlights
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The Gruffalo
Based on the picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
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The Fair Maid of the West
Thomas Heywood’s Elizabethan romp.
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The Wedding Present
British indie rock group The Wedding Present have been gigging since 1985, when they formed following the demise of the Lost Pandas. With influences including The Fall, Buzzcocks and Gang Of Four, the...
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Wildlife Photographer Of The Year
Inspiring images capturing fascinating animal behaviour.
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Evolution
A new drone light show for all the family
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Reverend Richard Coles
An evening of engaging storytelling from a witty raconteur.
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Live At Christmas
As she attempted to establish herself on the circuit back in the early noughties, Jen Brister received a much-needed boost from a comedy legend. The occasion was the BBC New Act semi-finals in Brighto...
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The Orchestra Of The Swan: Handel’s Messiah
As retellings of the Christmas story go, Handel’s Messiah is definitely one worth hearing... Originally written for Easter and featuring a series of much-loved classics - including For Unto Us A Chil...
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BRB: The Nutcracker
Join Clara on her Christmas Eve adventure to an enchanting winter wonderland
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Jesus Christ Superstar
A reimagined production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's classic.
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Phantom Sculpture
Combining significant works by major artists from the past and present.
Latest...
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Sign up now for Solihull's Jingle Bell Jog
The jog raises money for homeless charity Change Into Action.
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Core Theatre auditorium to remain closed until autumn 2024
Any shows currently scheduled to take place from April 2024 have been cancelled.
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BID Leamington launch new Love Leam app
It offers immersive trails, helpful guides, digital loyalty cards and more.
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A festive double from Coventry Cathedral Choir
Both concerts take place at Coventry Cathedral on 9 and 18 December.
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Time for a doze under Dippy the Diplodocus?
The experience is designed for children aged six to 11.
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Escape the cold for tropical conditions at Stratford Butterfly Farm
See two new residents - the Christmas Butterfly and Hercules Beetle.
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Christmas is coming to Warwick Arts Centre
Leading the charge is The Gruffalo, showing from Saturday 2 - Sunday 31 December.
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Craig David brings TS5 show to Warwick Castle in 2024
The set combines massive old-school anthems from R&B to swing beat.
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RSC announces reopening of Susie's Café Bar and Warm Hub
Visitors will be able to access a range of services, including free hot drinks and snacks.
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Sign up now for Solihull's Jingle Bell Jog
The jog raises money for homeless charity Change Into Action.
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Core Theatre auditorium to remain closed until autumn 2024
Any shows currently scheduled to take place from April 2024 have been cancelled.
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BID Leamington launch new Love Leam app
It offers immersive trails, helpful guides, digital loyalty cards and more.
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A festive double from Coventry Cathedral Choir
Both concerts take place at Coventry Cathedral on 9 and 18 December.
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Time for a doze under Dippy the Diplodocus?
The experience is designed for children aged six to 11.
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Escape the cold for tropical conditions at Stratford Butterfly Farm
See two new residents - the Christmas Butterfly and Hercules Beetle.
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Christmas is coming to Warwick Arts Centre
Leading the charge is The Gruffalo, showing from Saturday 2 - Sunday 31 December.
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Craig David brings TS5 show to Warwick Castle in 2024
The set combines massive old-school anthems from R&B to swing beat.
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RSC announces reopening of Susie's Café Bar and Warm Hub
Visitors will be able to access a range of services, including free hot drinks and snacks.
Get Festive
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The Box Of Delights
A magically festive production for all the family.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Fe-fi-fo-fum, a giant of a panto full of fun!
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Winter Funland
Don your festive jumper and get into the spirit of the season as the UK’s largest indoor Christmas f...
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Snow White
Mirror, mirror, on the wall, don’t miss the fairest pantomime of them all…
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Ice Skate Birmingham
Ice Skate Birmingham and the Big Wheel make a welcome return to Centenary Square this month. While...
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Cinderella
Written by and starring Coventry’s favourite dame Iain Lauchlan
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Peter Pan
The World's Biggest Panto is back for 2023.
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Nativity! The Musical
Debbie Isitt’s 2009 movie, Nativity!, proved so popular that it spawned three further films. It also...
Latest Reviews
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Review: Murder In the Dark
The scary moments are well executed, effective and extremely memorable!
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A galloping adventure: Cowbois rides into the Swan Theatre...
A joyous wild west adventure
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Review: The Lion, The Witch And the Wardrobe
Live theatre at its very best – don’t miss out this Christmas.
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Review: The Box Of Delights
Given its success at London’s Wilton’s Music Hall in 2017-18, it’s almost as much of a surprise that...
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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Things to do in the Midlands this December
Check out our selection of things to do in the Midlands 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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Get looking! Visual arts across the Midlands
Check out some of the fantastic exhibitions showing across the region this month.
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Havin' a laugh!
Get your ribs well and truly tickled over the next few weeks...
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Dancing into the Midlands
The West Midlands is one of the UK’s biggest and best dance hubs...
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Let's get classical
concerts to check out across the Midlands this month...
Features, interviews & blogs...
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All queer on the western front
“sexy trans masculine cowboys and queer working-class women”
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The dark side
Tom Chambers on starring in Torben Betts’ psychological thriller.
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Beyond Supervet
Professor Noel Fitzpatrick talks about his new show coming to the Midlands this autumn.
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Let's hear it from the boy!
Boy George talks about making his panto debut.
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Christmas in Narnia
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe comes to The Rep for the festive season.
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What's in the box?
A world of wonder awaits RSC audiences this Christmas...
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A religious experience
A critically acclaimed production of Jesus Christ Superstar
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Phantom thread
Landmark exhibition that aims to bridge the gap between artists past and present...
What's On Arts Venues
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Royal Shakespeare Theatre
The home of the Royal Shakespeare Company was originally opened in 1932 as the Shakespeare Memorial...
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Belgrade Theatre
The Belgrade was built in 1958 as part of the city’s reconstruction after the Second World War. The...
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Albany Theatre
The Albany is a beautiful Art Deco theatre in the heart of Coventry which stages in-house and profes...
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Warwick Arts Centre
One of the largest multi-artform venues in the UK, Warwick Arts Centre first opened its doors in 197...
Competitions
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Four tickets to see Peter Pan
Showing at Resorts World Arena Birmingham on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 December.
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Four tickets to see Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas
Showing at Birmingham's Symphony Hall on Thursday 28 December.
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A family ticket to see The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe
Showing at The Rep from Tuesday 14 November - Sunday 28 January.
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Four tickets to see Peter Pan
Showing at Resorts World Arena Birmingham on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 December.
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Four tickets to see Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas
Showing at Birmingham's Symphony Hall on Thursday 28 December.
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A family ticket to see The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe
Showing at The Rep from Tuesday 14 November - Sunday 28 January.
Eat & Drink in Warwickshire
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KIBOU launch winter set menus
Available for bookings or walk-ins every Monday to Friday.
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Review: Wroxall Abbey Hotel
Offering Afternoon Tea, Sunday Lunch and Private and Al Fresco Dining options.
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KIBOU launch winter set menus
Available for bookings or walk-ins every Monday to Friday.
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Review: Wroxall Abbey Hotel
Offering Afternoon Tea, Sunday Lunch and Private and Al Fresco Dining options.
Places To Visit
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Compton Verney Art Gallery & Park
Compton Verney is widely considered to be an art gallery of international standing. The Georgian hou...
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British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historic British cars. Take a...
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Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings
Spread over 19 acres of Worcestershire countryside, England’s first open-air museum covers in excess...
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Coventry Transport Museum
This popular museum not only houses the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles on the...
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Severn Valley Railway
Operating mainly steam-hauled passenger trains between Bridgnorth, Bewdley and Kidderminster, this m...
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Thinktank Science Museum
Located in Birmingham city centre, Thinktank offers a great day out for visitors of all ages. From...
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Royal Air Force Museum Midlands
Telling the story of aviation history and housing one of the largest collections of its kind in the...
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Royal Air Force Museum Midlands
Telling the story of aviation history and housing one of the largest collections of its kind in the...
What's On elsewhere in the West Midlands...
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Peter Pan Goes Wrong
Mischief Theatre Company let loose those selfsame comic creations.
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The Drifters Girl
New musical featuring a phenomenal soundtrack packed full of iconic Drifters hits!
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And Then There Were None
Adapted from the best-selling crime novel of all time.
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Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour
It's time to dust off those scoring paddles and get those dancing shoes ready.
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An Evening With Anton Du Beke
With live band, guest singer and dancers.
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Peter Pan Goes Wrong
Mischief Theatre Company let loose those selfsame comic creations.
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The Drifters Girl
New musical featuring a phenomenal soundtrack packed full of iconic Drifters hits!
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And Then There Were None
Adapted from the best-selling crime novel of all time.
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Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour
It's time to dust off those scoring paddles and get those dancing shoes ready.
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An Evening With Anton Du Beke
With live band, guest singer and dancers.
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