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Muppets Christmas Carol, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Die Hard and more: Our look at the top Christmas films ever released

Muppets Christmas Carol, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Die Hard and more: Our look at the top Christmas films ever released

Baubles are being places on trees, fairy lights are twinkling and egg nog is flowing - Christmas is almost here and the festive spirit is mounting.

WATCH: Christmas ode to bostin' Black Country with twist on Fairytale of New York classic

WATCH: Christmas ode to bostin' Black Country with twist on Fairytale of New York classic

The Pogues may have the boys of the NYPD choir, but this festive ode has the bostin' lads of the Black Country Living Museum singing outside JB's.

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announces next year's panto

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announces next year's panto

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre has announced its pantomime for 2020/21.

'It is fantastic to be back in this beautiful theatre': Hi-de-Hi! stars Su Pollard and Jeffrey Holland talk ahead of Wolverhampton Grand panto

'It is fantastic to be back in this beautiful theatre': Hi-de-Hi! stars Su Pollard and Jeffrey Holland talk ahead of Wolverhampton Grand panto

A spectacular pantomime to thrill people of all ages is in store as Wolverhampton’s Grand Theatre celebrates its 125th anniversary.

Liam Payne treats fans to surprise performance ahead of album release

Liam Payne treats fans to surprise performance ahead of album release

Wolverhampton pop sensation Liam Payne delighted fans with an exclusive listening party for his new album last night.

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Music

The Futureheads, O2 Institute, Birmingham - review

The Futureheads, O2 Institute, Birmingham - review

When you have a lot of love for an album that has played a big part in your life - either past or present tense - nothing quite beats one of these nostalgia sets.

The High Contrast Band, O2 Institute 2, Birmingham - review

The High Contrast Band, O2 Institute 2, Birmingham - review

The canned music faded, the lights dimmed and a woman with a microphone made her way onto the stage.

Concert tribute to jazz musician

Concert tribute to jazz musician

A tribute concert will be held in Stafford tomorrow.

Liam Payne treats fans to surprise performance ahead of album release

Liam Payne treats fans to surprise performance ahead of album release

Wolverhampton pop sensation Liam Payne delighted fans with an exclusive listening party for his new album last night.

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Dining Out

Dishoom coming to Paradise Birmingham

Dishoom coming to Paradise Birmingham

Dishoom, the Indian restaurant that pays loving homage to the Irani cafes and food of Bombay, is coming to Paradise Birmingham in the spring.

Pub charity fundraisers recognised with award

Pub charity fundraisers recognised with award

Fundraising efforts at a Shropshire pub have been recognised with an nomination for a 2020 Countryside Alliance award.

Sedgley brewery wins award at Dudley Winter Ales Fayre

Sedgley brewery wins award at Dudley Winter Ales Fayre

A Sedgley brewery is celebrating another award for its mild.

Food review: Swinfen Hall wows in all aspects

Food review: Swinfen Hall wows in all aspects

The smartest football managers pick an owner, rather than a club.

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Attractions

Won’t you guide my sleigh tonight? Meet Dudley Zoo's resident reindeer

Won’t you guide my sleigh tonight? Meet Dudley Zoo's resident reindeer

A herd of trusty reindeer pulling a present-laden sleigh through the night sky is a much-loved festive scene.

Pom pom Christmas tree tackles loneliness in Dudley

Pom pom Christmas tree tackles loneliness in Dudley

A Christmas tree has been decorated in colourful pom poms in a bid to tackle loneliness and isolation in Dudley.

Dudley Zoo trailer takes to the road

Dudley Zoo trailer takes to the road

Dudley Zoo is to be promoted across the UK and on the continent thanks to a local logistics firm.

Holidays are coming! Coca-Cola Christmas truck stops at Merry Hill

Holidays are coming! Coca-Cola Christmas truck stops at Merry Hill

Shoppers stopped for selfies and free drinks as the Coca-Cola Christmas truck arrived in the Black Country.

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This Week In Photos

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Holidays are coming! Coca-Cola Christmas truck stops at Merry Hill

Liam Payne treats fans to surprise performance ahead of album release

Strictly Stafford raises £29k for Katharine House Hospice

Emeli Sande brings UK tour to Birmingham - in pictures

Festive feel comes to Bilston with Christmas lights switch-on - with pictures and video

Theatre & Comedy

GALLERY: Wolverhampton panto stars ready for opening night

GALLERY: Wolverhampton panto stars ready for opening night

The Grand Theatre in Wolverhampton is preparing to hit hi-de-heights as the opening night of the pantomime nears.

Unique pantomime brings fun for the family in Walsall

Unique pantomime brings fun for the family in Walsall

The spirit of Islam mixed with traditional theatre as a special production came to Walsall.

'I’m delighted to be involved with this arena tour': David Walliams talks ahead of Grandpa's Great Escape in Birmingham

'I’m delighted to be involved with this arena tour': David Walliams talks ahead of Grandpa's Great Escape in Birmingham

Grandpa’s Great Escape, by David Walliams, has already had an astonishing life. It has been a number one best-selling book and a hugely popular TV film.

Award-winning musical Bat Out Of Hell set to fly into Birmingham

Award-winning musical Bat Out Of Hell set to fly into Birmingham

An award-winning musical celebrating the music of Meatloaf is coming to Birmingham next year.

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What's On

Aladdin

When? 08 Dec

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

Aladdin

When? 08 Dec

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

Victorian Christmas Weekend

Victorian Christmas Weekend

When? 08 Dec

Where? Newman Brothers at the Coffin Works

Tinder-Ella

When? 10 Dec

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

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