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V Festival 2017: Craig David - review

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V Festival

Martian Social Club - free live music at the GA

Martian Social Club - free live music at the GA

Gunmakers Arms pub 18:30 - 21:00

Fund-rays for Birmingham St Mary's Hospice

Fund-rays for Birmingham St Mary's Hospice

Birmingham 09:00 - 23:30

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Editor's Picks

Sir Cameron Mackintosh: Miss Saigon stirs my emotions – even after all these years

Sir Cameron Mackintosh: Miss Saigon stirs my emotions – even after all these years

When you sit in a theatre and wonder at the spectacle before you, do you ever stop and think who’s responsible for bringing it to fruition? Who had the ideas, the foresight and the skills to bring a superb exhibition of talent to life?

Black Country Communion coming to Wolverhampton

Black Country Communion coming to Wolverhampton

Black Country Communion will perform for fans in Wolverhampton next year, it has been announced.

Cbeebies Land Hotel, Alton Towers - travel review

Cbeebies Land Hotel, Alton Towers - travel review

Streamers, stilt walkers, jugglers, and a long purple carpet for guests to make their eagerly anticipated entrance! This can mean only one thing, another press launch at Alton towers resort.

Duncan Edwards: Trailer released for The Boy Who Had It All

Duncan Edwards: Trailer released for The Boy Who Had It All

An official trailer has been released for a film that follows the life of Duncan Edwards.

Film to focus on Blind Dave's life

Film to focus on Blind Dave's life

Baggies favourite Darren Moore will present inspirational fan Blind Dave Heeley with a special golden key at half-time of Albion’s season-opener this Saturday for a film about the fundraiser’s life.

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Music

V Festival 2017: Craig David - review

V Festival 2017: Craig David - review

R'n'B star Craig David attracted one of the day's biggest crowds to the main stage with a set filled to the brim with hits old and new.

V Festival 2017: George Ezra dedicates Barcelona to terror victims

V Festival 2017: George Ezra dedicates Barcelona to terror victims

He may be only 24, but Hertford singer/songwriter George Ezra delivered a set far beyond his years at V.

V Festival 2017: Madness frontman Suggs pays tribute to Bruce Forsyth during energetic performance

V Festival 2017: Madness frontman Suggs pays tribute to Bruce Forsyth during energetic performance

They may have been in the business for more than 40 years, but ska icons Madness showed they're still up there with the greatest performers when they played the main stage at V.

V Festival review: Jess Glynne - Wonderful, soulful, upbeat

V Festival review: Jess Glynne - Wonderful, soulful, upbeat

She was one of the best dressed at last year's V - and Jess Glynne looked just as incredible this year.

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Dining Out

Express & Star's Most Popular Pub of the Year announced

Express & Star's Most Popular Pub of the Year announced

The winner of the Express & Star's Most Popular Pub of the Year in Wolverhampton has been announced.

BBC Good Food Show: Celebrity chefs lined up for Birmingham event

BBC Good Food Show: Celebrity chefs lined up for Birmingham event

A variety of television personalities and celebrity chefs are lined up to appear at Birmingham's BBC Good Food Show.

Tequila festival heading to Birmingham - in pictures

Tequila festival heading to Birmingham - in pictures

A tequila festival is coming to Birmingham this October.

Gin and vodka festival coming to Wolverhampton

Gin and vodka festival coming to Wolverhampton

The West Midlands' biggest gin and vodka festival is coming to Wolverhampton this weekend.

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Attractions

Christmas market heading to Wolverhampton

Christmas market heading to Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton is set to host a new Victorian Christmas Market this year, it has been revealed.

Aircraft grounded over engine issues brings blow to summertime shows

Aircraft grounded over engine issues brings blow to summertime shows

Historic aircraft that make up the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight have been grounded due to an engine issue.

Historic Gaumont Cinema turned bingo club to be brought back to life in Wednesbury

Historic Gaumont Cinema turned bingo club to be brought back to life in Wednesbury

An historic former cinema which has been derelict for years will be brought back to life as part of a £2 million investment.

Ghostly goings on at Wolverhampton venue - WATCH

Ghostly goings on at Wolverhampton venue - WATCH

It looks like something out of a horror film, but this is the interior ofa well-known pub which is soon to welcome a vicar to rid it of its ghostly spirits.

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This Week In Photos

V Festival 2017: Revellers share their views on day one - with video

V Festival 2017: Stages set at Weston Park - in pictures

Tequila festival heading to Birmingham - in pictures

Bloodstock Festival 2017: Spot yourself in our bumper gallery

Soaking up the sounds and sun at WV1 Fest - in pictures

Liam Payne surprises fans by busking in Oxford Circus - WATCH

Theatre & Comedy

V Fest comedy round-up: Funny times ahead for festival-goers

V Fest comedy round-up: Funny times ahead for festival-goers

While V Festival attracts thousands of music fans each year, the Weston Park event isn’t just about music – it also promises two days of great comedy.

Joseph cast get standing ovation at Stafford Gatehouse

Joseph cast get standing ovation at Stafford Gatehouse

A summer school production of a musical classic has opened to a standing ovation.

Brassed Off writer speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Brassed Off writer speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

The writer behind the Grand Theatre’s first in-house production in 40 years has revealed his delight with the play now coming to Wolverhampton.

Wolverhampton Grand nominated as most welcoming theatre

Wolverhampton Grand nominated as most welcoming theatre

A theatre in Wolverhampton is celebrating after being nominated for a national award as the UK's most welcoming theatre.

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What's On

Music & Nightlife

V Festival

When? 20 Aug

Where? Weston Park

Ladies Beginner's Bhangra/Bollywood/Giddha Dance Classes

Sports & Activities

Ladies Beginner's Bhangra/Bollywood/Giddha Dance Classes

When? 23 Aug

Where? North Birmingham Academy

Inspired by Newman Brothers - Family Workshops

Inspired by Newman Brothers - Family Workshops

When? 23 Aug

Where? Newman Brothers at the Coffin Works

Stage Experience - West Side Story

Performing Arts

Stage Experience - West Side Story

When? 23 Aug

Where? New Alexandra Theatre

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