Events on 02 Oct 2012 from Live Brum

A Midsummer Night's Dream, 27 Sep 2012 - 6 Oct 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:05:57 +0000

27 Sep 2012 - 6 Oct 2012 - Theatre at The Blue Orange Theatre

Egeus orders his daughter Hermia to marry Demetrius but she refuses because she and Lysander are in love. Her friend Helena is in love with Demetrius but is also in love with Hermia. Hermia and Lysander run away to the woods, pursued by Demetrius who is in return pursued by Helena. Meanwhile In the woods, Oberon and Titania, King and Queen of Fairies, have quarrelled. To teach Titania a lesson, Oberon instructs Puck, a sprite, to drop a love potion into Titania's eyes in order that she may fall madly in love with the first person she sees on waking. But when Puck gets involved things don't always go to plan...

Arts All Over the Place 2012 , 1 Oct 2012 - 13 Oct 2012

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 11:08:57 +0000

1 Oct 2012 - 13 Oct 2012 - Community at The Custard Factory

FREE (suitable for under 18s)

ARTS ALL OVER THE PLACE is an annual service user led exhibition and festival celebrating the creativity of people who have experience of mental health problems. It gives individuals an opportunity to present their work alongside promoting the importance the arts play in supporting mental wellbeing, as well as tackling the stigma surrounding mental health. The event brings together artists, service users, voluntary organisations, community groups, medical and social care professionals and the general public, and it also provides free activities and workshops.

EXHIBITING

The team behind the event are once again seeking to showcase work from individuals, groups or artists who have experience of mental health problems and wish to get their work seen in an exciting and professional space. We are using an open call process to uncover the amazing and diverse talent that is out there and want to hear from people with an interest in drawing, painting, sculpture (3D work) photography, poetry and literature.

Those interested in sharing their creative talents should submit their work (2D framed and ready to hang) on Thursday 27th or Friday 28th September, 11.00am – 5.00pm at The Lakeside Gallery, Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Birmingham, B9 4AA. It is our intention to exhibit at least one piece of work from each exhibitor.

Please attach a label to the back of your work stating your name, the title of the work and the medium used.

EXPERIENCE THE EVENT

As well as encountering amazing art by those with experience of mental health problems, there will be a Festival Opening Celebration on Monday 1st October featuring live bands, dance acts, poetry, comedy and a free buffet. Workshops will be running throughout the festival and there will be a Closing Event on Saturday 13th October featuring music, comedy and buffet - we would love to see you at both events and at the festival.

JOINING THE FREE WORKSHOPS

We will be holding two, free, creative workshops each day. They are open to everyone and will run from 11.00am – 1.00pm and from 2.00pm – 4.00pm.

Come along to the event and have a go at a variety of different workshops. These will include art, craft, poetry, music, and drama. We will be releasing the programme of workshops shortly, so please make sure you are on the Arts All Over The Place mailing list.

artsallovertheplace@yahoo.co.uk

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

For Exhibitors:

Bring your artwork: Thursday 27th & Friday 28th September, 11.00 - 5.00

Collect your artwork: Saturday 13th October 4.00 - 5.00

Monday 15th October 10.00 - 12.00

Visiting and Attending the Event

Exhibition Open Daily

Monday to Saturday: 1st - 13th October 11.00 - 4.00

Opening event: Monday 1st October 11.30 - 1.30 with comedy, live bands, a dance act an art demonstration and a free buffet

Workshops run daily: Monday to Saturday, 11.00 - 1.00 and 2.00 - 4.00

National Poetry Day: Thursday 4th October

Family Friendly Day: Saturday 6th October

World Mental Health Day: Wednesday 10th October

Closing event: Saturday 13th October 2.00 - 4.00 with comedy, live bands, an art demonstration and a free buffet

Drama School Presentation, 1 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 11:31:23 +0000

1 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012 - Theatre at Highbury Little Theatre

http://www.classactdramacentre.co.uk/

Bookshop Opens, 2 Oct 2012

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 21:36:54 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at Birmingham Central Library

Opening times: 10am – 5.30pm weekdays, 9am – 4.30pm Saturdays, closed Sundays.

Our pop-up bookshop returns this year in the foyer of Birmingham Central Library! Here you can buy books from Festival authors- at great prices, pick up a Festival mug, bag or postcards, you can also contribute your story to City of 1000 Stories’ The Book of Birmingham- an interactive, visual display and see some free Festival Fringe events!

The Festival team will be on hand to answer any questions that you might have about the events. Join us daily to chill out in the ‘hub’ of the Festival or before you head off to one of our events.

Tuesday Talks, 2 Oct 2012

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 22:13:59 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at Birmingham Cathedral

Tuesday Talks has been a long standing ministry of Birmingham Cathedral for 40 years. It has been valued over those years and for an experimental period, we are trying a different approach which we hope you'll find challenging, informative and stimulating.

Performance Platform, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 21:51:25 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Classical at Birmingham Conservatoire

With Caroline Amnéus & Jeanette Wong

Our weekly Performance Platform allows you to escape any stresses of the day and enjoy stunning lunchtime concerts created and presented by our current and alumni postgraduate students, as well as staff, Ensembles in Residence and Junior Fellows.

In today’s concert, it is a great pleasure to welcome back Swedish mezzo Caroline Amnéus and Malaysian pianist Jeanette Wong after a gap of several years. Since graduating from postgraduate programmes at the Conservatoire, both have developed busy and successful professional careers, in Sweden and in the UK. Their programme includes two much-loved works by Brahms and Elgar, and a selection from the Scandinavian repertoire with which they have a particular affinity.

Meet the Artist: Sarah Taylor Silverwood, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:48:18 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at The Barber Institute

FREE

City of 1000 Stories, 2 Oct 2012

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 09:22:22 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at Birmingham Central Library

FREE

Birmingham Metropolitan College Outline Department invites you to participate in an exciting new project called City of 1000 Stories. Tell your story through words and images using simple mark making ,drawing techniques and adding your contribution to the flying pages of The Book of Birmingham installation in the Festival Bookshop (library foyer). Spend some time or simply “drop in “for a moment to add your “visual voice” to the many fragments of the story of Birmingham. Join us, let your story be part of the installation, be creative and make your mark!

2 October- 2pm – 6pm

3 October- 10am – 6pm

4 October- 2pm – 6pm

6 October- 10am – 2pm

9 October- 10am – 6pm

10 October- 2pm – 6pm

11 October- 10am – 4pm

13 October- 10am – 4pm

CBSO: Dvorak's New World Symphony, 2 Oct 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 20:28:39 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Classical at Symphony Hall

As the inspiration behind London’s award-winning Aurora Orchestra, the young British conductor Nicholas Collon has thrown aside convention and let fresh air in on the capital’s music scene. Making his CBSO debut today, he’s the ideal partner for the inspirational Italian pianist Francesco Piemontesi in Mozart’s powerful 20th Piano Concerto – and just the man to bring new life to Dvorák’s everpopular New World Symphony. Berlioz’s playful Overture is the perfect appetiser, full of love and laughter.

Law of the Jungle , 2 Oct 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 19:50:39 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Film at Library Theatre

Birmingham International Film Society presents the regions second annual Human Rights Film Festival. The Festival will be screening a wide range of films that investigate the notion of Human Rights in the 21st Century as measured against the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

With a wide selection of specially invited guest speakers – filmmakers, commentators, academics and campaigners – our aim is to give audiences the opportunity to discuss and debate the issues highlighted in the films.

With recent events at home and abroad, ongoing uprisings in the Middle East, political repression in Russia, the threat of extradition of whistleblowers to the USA, the freedom and privacy of the internet called into question, the media and poilce under investigation in the UK as well as the consequences of recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq – the whole concept of Human Rights is once again under intense scrutiny.

What are Human Rights, who is entitled to them and how are they represented by our media?

High Tech, Low Life, 2 Oct 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 19:51:11 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Film at Library Theatre

What are Human Rights, who is entitled to them and how are they represented by our media?

Birmingham Café Scientifique, 2 Oct 2012

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:21:55 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at The Jekyll and Hyde

FREE

Peter Marks; Birmingham Women's Hospital

Join Genetic Counsellor, Peter, to discuss the opportunities that our understanding of genetics offers, but also the human side of the headlines. Do people understand the concept of risk or the nature of their genes and how can you make rational decisions about your future? Would you want to know if your children have inherited a condition from you? Would you try to have children if you thought this was a possibility?

Dead Skeletons, Guile & Horrorshow, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 21:32:36 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The End

Dead Skeletons came into being in 2008 as an accompaniment to an installation for a show at the Reykjavik art museum by Jn Smundur (Dead/Brian Jones Town Massacre).

Looking for a spiritual battle hymn for the show, Jn began recording with Henrik Bjrnsson (Singapore Sling/Brian Jones Town Massacre)and Ryan Van Kriedt (Asteriod #4). This initial song, Dead Mantra, became an underground hit, prompting the full length lp Dead Magick (A Records), released by the band in 2011.They have now put a live performance act together to tour internationally, beginning in spring 2012.

We Are The Ocean, Giants, Great Cynics, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 21:44:07 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Institute

Yardbird Acoustic Session, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 09:42:12 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Yardbird

FREE

Open Mic Night, hosted by Jason Pegg

The Jellybean Rebellion, Sharks vs Bears, 2 Oct 2012

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:15:46 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at O2 Academy 3

Plus Bodhi Tree, Thunder Lion, The Fluffs

GlastonBudget 2013 Audition, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:07:26 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The RoadHouse Birmingham

2013 will be Glastonbudget 9th year and will see approximately 15,000 fans flock to see more than 130 amazing bands play 5 stages.

The Showcase Big-Top caters for the very best alternative Tributes and New Acts from Across Europe fed from the popular Glastonbudget auditions.

Auditions for Glastonbudget 2013 are more popular than ever, attracting bands from all over the country. The quality and standards of performance have risen year on year and we are looking forward to some stand-out performances at the festival. We hope to cover all musical genre’s and all age groups, from the very best original artists, the most entertaining covers artists and the most convincing tribute bands in the land.

The RoadHouse is an official venue for the auditions - hand picked bands audition in front of GlastonBudget judges to try out for a place at their 2013 festival – come and check out the talent on offer!

http://www.glastonbudget.org/

The Laughing Sole Comedy Club, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 09:52:02 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Comedy at The British Oak

Headline: James Dowdeswell, with support from Katie Mulgrew

Al Murray: The Only Way is Epic , 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 19:23:49 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Comedy at New Alexandra Theatre

Broken Britain may be staring into the bottom of an empty pint glass, but don't lose hope – Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back to fill it up again, with a brand new show of epic proportions.

Britain's most irrepressible Innkeeper will be serving up his premier brew of ale-inspired acumen and bar-room buffoonery at a theatre near you this autumn, as part of his 2012 The Only Way Is Epic Tour.

This monumental new live stand-up show from the multi-award-winning comedian, directly follows the nationwide success of the Guv's twice extended Barrel of Fun tour, and is sure to sell-out fast.

The Wizard Of Oz , 2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 10:39:08 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012 - Theatre at Crescent Theatre

(suitable for under 18s)

Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. To get home Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. Together with her companions the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion whom she meets on the way, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure.

The Mee Club, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 09:50:22 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at Kitchen Garden Cafe

Nickelback , 2 Oct 2012

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 20:46:34 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The NIA

While 2011 proved one of the most turbulent years in recent history, Nickelback has emerged rock-steady with an album that both shakes rock and roll to its core while offering a true sense of escapism to their millions of fans across the globe. If ever the world needed to feel good again, that time is ... Here and Now.

The St Petersburg Symphony Orchestra, 2 Oct 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 20:30:14 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Classical at Symphony Hall

Distinguished musicians from St Petersburg (Leningrad) are joined by members of the CBSO to mark 70 years since the heroic Leningrad premiere of Shostakovich’s Seventh Symphony in August 1942. That performance was relayed over public loudspeakers to the starving inhabitants of a city besieged by Nazi forces, and was an event of huge symbolic importance in Russian history.

The Lonliness of the Long Distance Runner, 2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 21:46:35 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012 - Theatre at The Old Rep Theatre

A long distance race. Real time. Follow one runner, alone with his thoughts. Colin is defiant. A young rebel, inhabiting the no-man's land of detention centres and young offenders' institutes, as his steady running rhythm transports him over a harsh frost bitten earth. Set in 2012, the play exposes the beating heart of a nation, still broken and still divided across class lines.

Using 3D visuals incorporated into an exciting design, we follow Colin's race, unpicking his thoughts and becoming part of his journey. Adapted by BAFTA winning and Olivier Award nominated playwright Roy Williams OBE (Sucker Punch, Fallout, Sing Yer Heart Out For The Lads), this gritty adaptation of Alan Sillitoe's classic text hits the ground running; unlocking the biting realism of the original book while placing the drama firmly in a contemporary frame

Swan Lake: Birmingham Royal Ballet, 2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:28:39 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012 - Dance at Birmingham Hippodrome

A timeless story of good, evil and the all conquering power of love, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake is without doubt the most famous of all classical ballets.

In mourning for his father, Prince Siegfried finds solace in hunting in the forest. He comes across a moonlit lake and is astonished to see one of the swans transform into a beautiful Princess. She is Odette, who, under the evil Von Rothbart’s spell, spends her days as a swan, returning to human form as night falls. Only the love of one who has never loved before can save her from this fate, but when the Prince is tricked into declaring himself toVon Rothbart’s daughter Odile,magically disguised as Odette, all hope seems lost.

Sandi Toksvig Live, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 22:59:56 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Spoken Word at Town Hall

Comedian, novelist, actor, broadcaster, show-off and international treasure Sandi Toksvig embarks on her first major UK solo tour in years to celebrate publication of her new novel Valentine Grey.

Long-standing host of Radio Four’s News Quiz and Excess Baggage and regular QI panelist, Sandi performs a brand new, uniquely witty evening of stand-up, stories and fascinating facts.

Sandi will be signing copies of Valentine Grey (Virago) after the show.

Directed by Pip Broughton

Boogie Nights, 2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 12:35:17 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - 6 Oct 2012 - Theatre at Palace Theatre

This 70’s disco hit packed show is based on British culture in the 1970’s all about Roddy O’Neil and his friends and how they grow up together in the decade that danced the night away will be one of the must see productions for the 2012 Autumn season.

Music includes such dance diva greats as Celebration, Blame it on the Boogie, Enough is Enough, Play That Funky Music, Disco Inferno, I will survive and Boogie Wonderland along with some infamous ballads like Yesterday Once More, I love you just the way you are, If you leave me now, Always on my mind and Sorry is the hardest word. The list goes on!!

Jyotsna Srikanth, 2 Oct 2012

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 20:18:34 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - World Music at Solihull Arts Complex

Jyotsna Srikanth is the most sought after British-Indian violinist and composer known for her versatility and ability to collaborate with different genres seamlessly and with ease. She is intensely rooted in south Indian classical music alongside having formal western classical music education.

Adding on to this, she has flourished as a performer and composer, exploring lush ground in the crossover between Indian music and a variety of contemporary flavours including jazz, Irish folk, electronica, flamenco, blues, pop, Western classical and the ‘Bollywood’ music. Her violin playing has a nice blend of 'bhava' [musical expression and emotion] & fingering technique, a result of three ‘decades of experimentation’ as per a critic.

Mad Tight 90's Night , 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 04 Aug 2012 20:30:20 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Subside Bar

Tuesdays is 'Mad Tight 90's Night' with DJ Ben G playing all the best 90's favourites, cheese anthems and party tunes between 8.30pm & midnight.

Swampmeat, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 04 Aug 2012 20:36:40 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Sunflower Lounge

Acoustic Club, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 09:59:37 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Bulls Head

FREE

A weekly showcase of the best up and coming unplugged music from the midlands. This is a chance to see what the Birmingham music scene has to offer as well as creating a top night of entertainment at the best music venue in Moseley Village!

Acoustic Session, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 04 Aug 2012 20:15:35 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at Stirlings Bar

Impact , 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 11:18:53 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Folk at The Bulls Head

Moseley's live music night. 1st Tuesday of every month.

Small Ensemble Series: The Woods So Wild , 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 21:42:09 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Classical at Birmingham Conservatoire

In this exclusive concert, recorder ensemble Fontanella present music for recorder consort that celebrates the natural world across the centuries, while also offering a sprinkling of more contemporary music and entertaining arrangements.

Marking the visit of Adrian Brown to Birmingham to work with the Conservatoire’s thriving recorder department, Fontanella perform on a matched consort of Adrian’s beautiful Renaissance instruments. Considered one of the best recorder makers in the world, Adrian Brown has worked for many years on establishing a checklist of surviving Renaissance recorders and this concert seeks to highlight Adrian’s groundbreaking research into the instruments.

Even the Rain , 2 Oct 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 19:40:56 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Film at Library Theatre

Acoustic Open Mic, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 10:07:00 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at Three Tuns Hotel

Jazz Tuesdays, 2 Oct 2012

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 18:48:11 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Jazz at The Spotted Dog

The Wize Guyz, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 10:19:12 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Jam House

FREE

The Wyze Guyz are a guitar & vocals duo that present a shaken but not stirred cocktail of swing classics and kitsch anthems from the 20th century, with few pleasant surprises thrown in.

Stupid Tuesdays , 2 Oct 2012

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 11:13:31 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Bliss Bar

Birmingham's Biggest Tuesday student party is here! 'STUPID TUESDAYS' is the craziest blend of drinks, dress up and dance floor anthems. With 3 bars serving you drinks from £1 all night, this is the only place for your mid-week student session.

Acoustic Open Mic/Jam Night, 2 Oct 2012

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 19:55:19 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Hop Pole Inn

Every Tuesday night we have an acoustic open mic/jam night.

Bring your guitar along and have a go every Tuesday evening from 9.

Milkshake, 2 Oct 2012

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 08:42:59 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Gatecrasher

We are about to bring you something colossal!! Something you've all been waiting for!! A Brand Spanking New Tuesday Night at Gatecrasher Birmingham!!

London's biggest student clubbing brand MILKSHAKE is coming to Gatecrasher Birmingham Every single Tuesday!! Yes that's right.. Ministry of Sound plays host to MILKSHAKE and now were coming to GATECRASHER!!

Naughty Step Tuesday, 2 Oct 2012

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:43:34 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Indi Bar

Funky House & Sexy R’n’B

Hot Tub Beach Party, 2 Oct 2012

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 08:33:59 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Bar Risa

Massive beach party DECOR and GIVEAWAYS - free armbands, inflatables, garlands, whistles + more !!

Pash N Pop, 2 Oct 2012

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 08:35:54 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Walkabout

A Pash N Pop Freshers Special with Gaz Beadle from the MTV Hit Show Geordie Shore

Pash 'N' Pop is a totally unapologetic night which dares to love POP. We will be playing the best Pop music from the last five decades and Current Chart tunes with DJ Justin James.

Zoo Party, 2 Oct 2012

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 18:27:32 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Bar Risa

Birmingham's NEWEST and MOST INTERACTIVE weekly TUESDAY NIGHT hosted at the LEGENDARY RISA SUPERCLUB!!

90's Night, 2 Oct 2012

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:04:24 +0000

2 Oct 2012 - Club at Rainbow (& Warehouse)

Headline acts: Anthony Cartmale, Desrai Reynolds, Shane O'Neill, Shaun Walsh, Chris Mooney