Archive for June 24th, 2009
ArtsFest Artists Events During July
Wednesday 1st July 2009
· FebruaryMarch – 102.5
Bridge FM- The Mark Lungley Show
Mike “FebruaryMarch” Dodd is playing live on the Marc Lungley show 9-11pm on 102.5 Bridge FM.
Venue:
Wherever your radio is (102.5 Bridge FM)
Time:
21:00:00 – 23:00:00
Tickets:
N/A
Further Information:
0798 100 4502
Thursday 2nd July 2009
· The Drum – Tongue-Tied
Tongue-Tied is an emotionally compelling comedy drama about cultural-identity, heritage and what happens when ‘Daddy’s Little Girl’ grows up.
Venue:
The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston Birmingham B6 4UU
Time:
From 7.30pm
Tickets:
£5 (£3) The Drum Box Office 0121 333 2444 Online www.the-drum.org.uk
Further Information:
0121 333 2444
- FebruaryMarch – Island Bar Open Mic
Top acoustic music at The Island Bar, open mic night hosted by Mike Dodd (FebruaryMarch).
Venue:
The Island Bar, Birmingham
Time:
8pm – 11pm
Tickets:
Free - On the door
Further Information:
www.myspace.com/acousticloungebirmingham
0798 100 4502
Friday 3rd July 2009
- Upfront Café – Comedy Summer Series
A heavyweight international bill featuring MTV Bas star Kojo alongside Cincinnati’s Dante Carter. John Simmit represents for the home crowd.
Venue:
The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6 4UU
Time:
Doors open 7pm
Tickets:
£12 (£10), £15 on the door The Drum Box Office 0121 333 2444 Online www.the-drum.org.uk
Further Information:
0121 333 2444
- Marva – Rush Hour Blues, Marva
Marva perform as part of The Rush Hour Blues season in the relaxing atmosphere of Symphony Halls Level 3 bar.
Venue:
Symphony Halls Level 3 bar
Time:
5.30pm
Tickets:
Free
Further Information:
0121 780 3333
Saturday 4th July 2009
- Café Masti – Paul Chowdhry: Back by Demand
Revolutionary underground comedian Paul Chowdhry performs a full show with brand new material and unscripted improvisations.
Venue:
The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6 4UU
Time:
Doors open 8pm
Tickets:
£10 (£8), £15 on the door The Drum Box Office 0121 333 2444 Online www.the-drum.org.uk
Further Information:
0121 333 2444
Saturday 4th July & Sunday 5th July 2009
- MDCC Theatre Company – Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
Outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s sparkling comedy. Bring your own seating and refreshments!
Venue:
Avoncroft Museum, Bromsgrove B60 4JR
Time:
6.30pm – 9.00pm
Tickets:
£5 in advance, £7 on the door
Available from Avoncroft Museum
Further Information:
01527 831363
Sunday 5th July 2009
- RBSA Gallery – Meet the Artists – David White, RBSA and Viv Astling
David discusses his abstract prints , drawings and paintings. Viv talks about his stone sculpture inspired by found natural forms.
Venue:
RBSA Gallery
Time:
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Tickets:
Free
Further information:
0121 236 4353
Sunday 5th July 2009
- ABS* LATIN PROMOTIONS – 17TH LATIN AMERICAN FESTIVAL
A full day of dance, music, food, stalls of handicrafts and drinks. Authentic latin entertainment for the family, join the Bachata/Merengue Workshop Dance . Have a unforgettable day full of fun, sunshine and plenty of amigos!!
Venue:
VICTORIA SQUARE, BIRMINGHAM CITY CENTRE
Time:
11.00 AM – 7.00 PM
Tickets:
FREE EVENT
Further Information:
0121 449 3090/0775 800 5056
Monday 6th July – Saturday 1st August
- Design Space – Design Space
A showcase of new jewellery and silver by designer makers working in the Jewellery Quarter.
Venue:
RBSA Gallery, Craft Gallery
Time:
Usual opening hours
Tickets:
Free
Further information:
0121 236 4353
Monday 6th July – Friday 28th August
Artist Talk: Wednesday 8 July, 7pm
- British Asian Musicians By Jaskirt Dhaliwal
Venue:
The Drum
Time:
6pm – 10pm, daily
Tickets:
Admission Free
Further Information
0121 333 2444
Friday 10th July 2009
- Harborne Orchestra: Orchestral Concert- Summer Concert
A celebration of Summer, musical performance concert.
Venue:
St. Mary’s Church, Bearwood.
Time:
7.30pm – 9.30pm
Tickets:
£4.00 adults, (£2.00 concessions) On The Door
Further Information:
- Midlands Palestinian Community Association in partnership with The Drum presents: Hallo Jerusalem, Capital of Arab Culture 2009
Birmingham celebrates the choice of Jerusalem as Capital of Arab Culture 2009 with an evening of cultural solidarity.
Venue:
The Drum
Time:
From 7.30pm
Tickets:
£9 (£6) 0121 333 2444 / www.the-drum.org.uk
Further Information:
0121 333 2444 /
- BATTLE FOR PRAGUE LIVE AT THE ACTRESS AND BISHOP.
ALT-COUNTRY ROCKERS BATTLE FOR PRAGUE PLAY LIVE AT THE ACTRESS AND BISHOP FOR ALL TO ENJOY.
Venue:
THE ACTRESS AND BISHOP, BIRMINGHAM
Time:
8.30PM – 11.30PM
Tickets:
£5 CONTACT THE BAND @ WWW.BATTLEFORPRAGUE.COM FOR ADVANCE TICKETS
Further Information:
WWW.BATTLEFORPRAGUE.COM
07815183816
Saturday 11th July 2009
- Bournville Young Singers with Guests, Alcester Male Voice Choir – Summer Concert
Individual and combined items in a variety of choral styles from both these exciting Choirs
Venue:
Church of St Mary Magdalene, Tanworth in Arden
Time:
From 7.00pm
Tickets:
Retiring collection
Further Information:
0121 458 2331
- MDCC Theatre Company – Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
Outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s sparkling comedy. Bring your own seating and refreshments!
Venue:
Stowe House, Lichfield
Time:
2 pm prompt – 4.30 pm
Tickets:
£8 in advance, £10 on the door
Available from Garrick Theatre, Lichfield
Further Information:
01543 412121
- The Father Teds
The Father Teds appearing live at The Barn in Witton
Venue:
The Barn – Witton, Birmingham
Time:
From 8.45pm
Tickets:
£8.50 www.thebarnbirmingham.co.uk
Further Information:
0121 356 5706
Sunday 12th July 2009
- H.Y.P.A (Halesowen Youth Performing Arts)
A dance performance that presents performers of all ages dancing a variety of different dance styles. A dynamic, energetic and creative display.
Venue:
Brierley Hill Civic Hall
Time:
4.30pm – 7.00pm
Tickets:
£7.00 Adults / £5.50 concessions from Hayley on 07787555744
Further Information:
- MDCC Theatre Company – Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
Outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s sparkling comedy. Bring your own seating and refreshments!
Venue:
Stowe House, Lichfield
Time:
2 pm prompt – 4.30 pm
Tickets:
£8 in advance, £10 on the door
Available from Garrick Theatre, Lichfield
Further Information:
01543 412121
Monday 13th – Saturday 25th July 2009
- Birmingham Watercolour Society – Birmingham Watercolour Society exhibition
The Birmingham Watercolour Society returns to the RBSA Gallery for its Summer exhibition. Exhibitors include Shanghai painter Chen Xidan.
Venue:
RBSA Gallery, Gallery 2
Time:
Usual opening hours
Tickets:
Free
Further Information:
0121 236 4353
Wednesday 15th July
- Sonia Sabri – Parallels
In this sumptuous 2 part programme, Sonia reveals 2 parallel aspects of Kathak, spanning from classical to contemporary solos.
Venue:
The Drum
Time:
From 7.30pm
Tickets:
£8, £6
Further Information:
http://www.sampad.org.uk/whatson.php?id=1192
0121 333 2444
Wednesday 15th July & Thursday 16th July
- MDCC Theatre Company – Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
Outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s sparkling comedy. Bring your own seating and refreshments!
Venue:
Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TR
Time:
7.45 pm – 10.30 pm
Tickets:
£9 in advance, £10 on the day of the performance
Available from Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Further Information:
0121 454 1860
Friday 17th July 2009
- Retro Promotions – ‘70’s Versus 80’s’
Fantastic 70’s/80’s fully themed party! Bands ‘7Tees’ versus ‘Kick up the Eighties!’ with DJ, memorabilia stall, UV décor, ballroom venue
Venue:
Kingfisher Hotel, Wall Heath, Nr. Stourbridge
Time:
7.30pm – 2am
Tickets:
£10 in advance £12 on the door of Kingfisher Hotel
Further Information:
0121 477 7221
Saturday 18th July 2009
- Brian Dakin, Lozz Hipkiss – The Omma n Chain
Story telling, poetry, spoken word, music song and comedy
Venue:
Dudley Golf Club
Time:
8pm – Late
Tickets:
£7 on the door
Further Information:
07815426606
- Claret – Charity Event
Providing Music for The elderly and Disabled Event 10-4pm Free admission. Organised by local charity
Venue:
At Northycote Farm,, Legg Lane Wolverhampton
Time:
10am – 4pm
Tickets:
Free
Further Information:
0121 354 4234
Sunday 19th July 2009
- Royal Shakespeare Company – RSC Open Day
With creative workshops, fascinating displays and thought provoking debate, there’s something for everyone and lots to do for free.
Venue:
The Courtyard Theatre and other surrounding venues
Time:
10am – 7.15pm
Tickets:
From £5 www.rsc.org.uk or call 0844 800 1114
Further Information:
0844 800 1114
Monday 20th July – Friday 11th September 2009
- RBSA selected designer makers – ‘Culture Shock’ Craft Gallery exhibition
Migration and historic resettlement, that individuals and communities have long experienced, will be explored.
Venue:
RBSA Gallery, Craft Gallery
Time:
Usual opening hours
Tickets:
Free
Further Information:
0121 236 4353
Monday 20th July – Tuesday 15th August 2009
- Patricia Ferguson – Café wall exhibition
A solo show from an RBSA Prize winner.
Venue:
RBSA Gallery, Café wall
Time:
Usual opening hours
Tickets:
Free
Further Information:
0121 236 4353
Tuesday 21st July 2009
· FebruaryMarch – Acoustic Brew UK
Top acoustic music at The Island Bar, five acts including FebruaryMarch.
Venue:
The Island Bar, Birmingham
Time:
8pm – 11pm
Tickets:
FREE – On the door
Further Information:
www.myspace.com/acousticbrewuk
0798 100 4502
Wednesday 22nd July & Thursday 23rd July 2009
- MDCC Theatre Company – Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare
Outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s sparkling comedy. Bring your own seating and refreshments!
Venue:
Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TR
Time:
7.45 pm – 10.30 pm
Tickets:
£9 in advance, £10 on the day of the performance
Available from Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Further Information:
0121 454 1860
Tuesday 28th July 2009
· FebruaryMarch – Acoustic Lounge Lizard
Night of acoustic music featuring a 40min set by FebruaryMarch playing acoustic guitar and piano numbers.
Venue:
The Yardbird
Time:
7-00pm – 11-00pm
Tickets:
FREE
Further Information:
0798 100 4502
Thursday 29th July to Saturday 5th September 2009
- Open to all ceramicists – RBSA ‘Open’ ceramics exhibition
The first RBSA ‘Open’ concentrating exclusively on ceramics. Work could be experimental as well as traditional.
Venue:
RBSA Gallery, Gallery 2
Time:
Usual opening hours
Tickets:
Free
Further Information
0121 236 4353
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