July 25, 2013
Opera On The Big Screen: ‘Tosca’ from the Royal Opera House
Birmingham opera fans won’t have to travel as far as Covent Garden to see this acclaimed production of Tosca, as Opera Anywhere will be beaming it onto a big screen at the Botanical Gardens. Distinguished director Jonathan Kent’s revival features a cast of star singers, including Angela Gheorghiu, Jonas Kaufmann and Bryn Terfel.
July 19, 2013
CLA Game Fair
With over 900 exhibits including falconry, country crafts, guns, fishing, country fashion, food and drink, this year’s game fair is set to be one of the best ever.
Visit www.gamefair.co.uk
July 17, 2013
An Evening with Santana
This will be Santana’s first series of UK shows in more than three years. Delivered with passion and soul, the sound of Carlos Santana is one of the world’s best-known musical signatures.
Visit www.lgarena.co.uk
July 16, 2013
Erica Nockalls
Conservatoire trained violinist and multi-instrumentalist Erica Nockalls takes time out from her busy touring schedule to appear centre stage at her premier Birmingham headline show. To celebrate the recent success of acclaimed debut solo album ‘Imminent Room’, Nockalls and her gang of musicians will perform material from this record and air previously unreleased original works at this special one-off Birmingham event. Added entertainment comes in the form of a rare solo acoustic set from The Wonder Stuff’s Miles Hunt.
Visit http://hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk
July 12, 2013
CBD Food Festival
Enjoy one of the city’s top food festivals. In addition to 27 restaurants, hotels and delis offering menu tasters there will be a packed entertainment programme including cookery and drink demonstrations and live music.
Visit www.colmorebusinessdistrict.com
July 7, 2013
John Richardson
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, regular 8 Out of 10 Cats panellist and everyone’s favourite grumpy young man returns to Glee for a work in progress show.
Visit www.glee.co.uk/birmingham
July 6, 2013
Trampoline & Tumbling British Championships
This July Britain’s best trampoline gymnasts battle it out for coveted titles. The non-stop action includes high-flying somersaults and twists mixed with mind-blowing fast paced tumbling. Exhilarating entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
Visit www.lgarena.co.uk
July 1, 2013
The Lion King
Ingeniously adapted from Disney’s classic film, this spectacular production explodes with glorious colours and stunning effects, all set to the enchanting rhythms of Africa. Join Simba on an epic journey to reclaim his kingdom.
June 30, 2013
IAAF Diamond League Sainsbury’s Grand Prix
Now in its third year, the IAAF Diamond League meet will welcome a world-class line up, as the best athletes in the world take to the track and field. Double Olympic champion Mo Farah was one of the stars of the show last year, treating the 13,000 crowd to a strong victory over two miles, while local hero Robbie Grabarz cleared 2.32m to take gold in the high jump.
Visit www.diamondleague-birmingham.com
June 25, 2013
Bo Bruce
After her success on The Voice last year, Bo Bruce has been busy collaborating with some of the best producers and writers in the business to create an album that is packed with beautiful tracks. Co-writers on Bo’s new album ‘Before I Sleep’ include Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid and The Script’s Danny O’Donoghue. Catch her breathtaking vocals in this intimate gig at Glee.
Visit www.glee.co.uk/birmingham