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Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

He’s been dubbed the Great Big Mouth of Rock for his comments on religion, pop music, and Kanye West.

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

They’ve shimmied down the beanstalk to officially launch The Grand Theatre’s glittering pantomime for 2017.

Funny Things: 12 things not to miss at Wolverhampton's new comedy festival

Laugh out loud in Wolverhampton this Autumn as Creative Black Country bring their brand new comedy festival to town.

Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Familiar football faces met up with Disney royalty this week ahead of Disney On Ice's new show at Arena Birmingham.

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Comedian Andrew Lawrence is known for dividing opinions; having come under fire for his many controversial comments on social media - slating feminists, ‘leftists’ and, most recently, remarking on the allegations surrounding film producer Harvey Weinstein.

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Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

He’s been dubbed the Great Big Mouth of Rock for his comments on religion, pop music, and Kanye West.

Sam Smith to play Birmingham

Sam Smith will play for fans in Birmingham next year.

Placebo announce rescheduled Wolverhampton date

Placebo have announced the new date for their postponed show at Wolverhampton Civic Halls.

Dame Cleo Laine to mark 90th birthday with Birmingham spectacular

Jazz icon Dam Cleo Laine will celebrate her 90th birthday with a grand spectacular in Birmingham next month.

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Crazy golf, cocktail and street food bar opens today in Birmingham

A bar blending crazy golf, cocktails, street food and DJ's is opening in Birmingham today.

Food review: Wasabi, Grand Central, Birmingham

London chain Wasabi has finally arrived in the Midlands. It serves up fresh sushi, salads and Japanese snacks. Andy Richardson tucks in. . .

Don't be late! New White Rabbit pub opens in Bilston, bringing 40 jobs

A new pub in the heart of Bilston’s Urban Village has officially opened its doors, creating more than 40 new jobs.

Oktoberfest revellers to enjoy 700-year old tipple thanks to Wolverhampton company

BREWERS in the city behind a 700-year Bavarian tipple are celebrating it being crowned the exclusive beer at Oktoberfest festivals.

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RAF Cosford Air Show 2018: Tickets go on sale for 'spectacular and interactive' show

Tickets have gone on sale for next year's RAF Cosford Air Show, which organisers are promising will be the "most spectacular and interactive" yet.

Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Familiar football faces met up with Disney royalty this week ahead of Disney On Ice's new show at Arena Birmingham.

Enhanced security measures ahead of gig at Wulfrun Hall

Visitors to the Wulfrun Hall are being reminded that enhanced security measures will be in place when the popular venues reopens today.

Final push for Bridgnorth SVR shares offer as drive breaks £2 million barrier

The Severn Valley Railway is on the final push for funding to transform its Bridgnorth site after breaking the £2 million barrier.

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Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Oasis and more: Halesowen firm celebrates 50 years of music magic - with pictures and video

Grand Designs Live attracts crowds at twelfth annual Birmingham show - with pictures

The Pretenders, Symphony Hall, Birmingham – review and pictures

Neil Diamond, Arena Birmingham - review and pictures

Wait Until Dark, Lichfield Garrick - review with video

Theatre & Comedy

Tom Chambers talks ahead of Crazy For You at Birmingham theatre

He never once thought about packing it in, though his mates told him he ought to. During his six wilderness years, Tom Chambers worked variously as a barman, pizza delivery guy, HGV driver and more. He took whatever work he could get because nobody wanted to give the fledgling actor a job.

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Bright lights of comedy at Birmingham festival

The countdown is on for Birmingham’s Improv Comedy Festival, with the UK’s best talents set to descend on the Second City.

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

They’ve shimmied down the beanstalk to officially launch The Grand Theatre’s glittering pantomime for 2017.

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Not That Kind of Girl

When? 20 Oct

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

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Gandey's Circus

When? 20 Oct to 29 Oct

Where? intu Merry Hill Shopping Centre

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Not That Kind of Girl

When? 21 Oct

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

Arts & Culture

Not That Kind of Girl

When? 21 Oct

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

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Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

Sam Smith to play Birmingham

Placebo announce rescheduled Wolverhampton date

Tom Chambers talks ahead of Crazy For You at Birmingham theatre

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Bright lights of comedy at Birmingham festival

Dame Cleo Laine to mark 90th birthday with Birmingham spectacular

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

Not That Kind of Girl

Mr Apollo - free live music at the GA

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Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

Funny Things: 12 things not to miss at Wolverhampton's new comedy festival

Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

Funny Things: 12 things not to miss at Wolverhampton's new comedy festival

Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

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Spook up your Halloween: Tried-and-tested home, pet, make-up and gift guide

Lost Hancock scripts buried in the archives are brought back to life

Halloween 2017: Top spooky events for all the family across the Midlands and Shropshire

Aladdin quiz: Test your knowledge as Birmingham Royal Ballet performs magical tale at Birmingham Hippodrome

Wolves in Wolves: Sculptures back in den ahead of charity auction - with video

It's Unsigned band The Good Water – where talent runs deep

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Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

Sam Smith to play Birmingham

Placebo announce rescheduled Wolverhampton date

Tom Chambers talks ahead of Crazy For You at Birmingham theatre

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Bright lights of comedy at Birmingham festival

Dame Cleo Laine to mark 90th birthday with Birmingham spectacular

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

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Not That Kind of Girl

Mr Apollo - free live music at the GA

A Whisky Winter :: An Evening With That Boutique'y Whisky Company

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Editor's Picks

Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

Funny Things: 12 things not to miss at Wolverhampton's new comedy festival

Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

Corey Taylor on Donald Trump, The Kardashians, living with a broken neck and Birmingham - star speaks ahead of Midland gig

Gareth Gates, Lisa Riley, Doreen Tipton and more: Stars shimmy down beanstalk for Wolverhampton Grand's panto launch - with pictures

Funny Things: 12 things not to miss at Wolverhampton's new comedy festival

Football stars meet Mickey and Minnie ahead of Disney On Ice at Arena Birmingham - with pictures

Andrew Lawrence speaks ahead of Wolverhampton show

WIN: Tickets to Simply Christmas; Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts and Cake International in Birmingham

Spook up your Halloween: Tried-and-tested home, pet, make-up and gift guide

Lost Hancock scripts buried in the archives are brought back to life

Halloween 2017: Top spooky events for all the family across the Midlands and Shropshire

Aladdin quiz: Test your knowledge as Birmingham Royal Ballet performs magical tale at Birmingham Hippodrome

Wolves in Wolves: Sculptures back in den ahead of charity auction - with video

It's Unsigned band The Good Water – where talent runs deep

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