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Jessica H Ingram exhibition

Gunmakers Arms pub 12:00 - 23:00

Birmingham, from city to nature - Chris Fletcher

Birmingham, from city to nature - Chris Fletcher

Gunmakers Arms pub 12:00 - 23:00

Youth Theatre - Term Three (Intermediates)

Youth Theatre - Term Three (Intermediates)

The Blue Orange Theatre 11:15 - 12:45

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Youth Theatre - Term Three (Juniors)

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Hollywood Vampires and The Darkness, Genting Arena, Birmingham - review and pictures

Hollywood Vampires and The Darkness, Genting Arena, Birmingham - review and pictures

Johnny Depp, Alice Cooper and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry gave Birmingham fans a show to sink their teeth into when they played as Hollywood Vampires on their first-ever UK tour.

Darlaston filmmaker Dave Hastings talks filming in the Midlands for You Are My Sunshine

Darlaston filmmaker Dave Hastings talks filming in the Midlands for You Are My Sunshine

It's the heartfelt story of how two teenagers, wanting nothing more than to be together despite facing hostility and prejudice, prove that in the end love is love.

Un-brie-lievable scenes as cheese festival marks fifth year - in pictures and video

Un-brie-lievable scenes as cheese festival marks fifth year - in pictures and video

There were un-brie-lievable scenes as thousands flocked to a market square for the fifth anniversary of a cheese and ale festival.

West Park turned pink as Race For Life returns - with video and pictures

West Park turned pink as Race For Life returns - with video and pictures

More than 1,000 people flocked to West Park to raise £60,000 for charity on Sunday.

David Byrne, Symphony Hall, Birmingham - review with pictures

David Byrne, Symphony Hall, Birmingham - review with pictures

Birmingham fans filed into the Symphony Hall last night to see just what former Talking Heads leader David Byrne's return to live performance would deliver.

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Britain's Got Talent star Jean still enjoying life in the spotlight

Britain's Got Talent star Jean still enjoying life in the spotlight

She warmed the nation's hearts with her infectious energy, talented keyboard skills and that now-famous flamboyant sparkly jacket.

The Cardigans to play Birmingham

The Cardigans to play Birmingham

The Cardigans will play a gig for fans in Birmingham this winter.

Katy Perry, Arena Birmingham - review and pictures

Katy Perry, Arena Birmingham - review and pictures

Pop sensation Katy Perry made all of my Teenage Dreams come true last night when she brought her sensational Witness tour to the Midlands.

Gabrielle to play Birmingham this summer

Gabrielle to play Birmingham this summer

Gabrielle will perform a show for fans in Birmingham this summer.

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Dining Out

Food review: Cau, BrindleyPlace, Birmingham

Food review: Cau, BrindleyPlace, Birmingham

If you’ve got a craving for steak, Cau has got it covered. Megan Archer treated her partner to a special three-course birthday dinner. . .

BBC Good Food Show, Birmingham's NEC - review

BBC Good Food Show, Birmingham's NEC - review

It’s a paradise fit for even the most avid foodie, and this year’s BBC Good Food Show did everything but disappoint.

Food review: The Hogshead, Wolverhampton

Food review: The Hogshead, Wolverhampton

Fancy a classic pub lunch after slaving away in the office? The city has just the place to enjoy some great grub. Lisa Harrison dines out. . .

Fresh start for Albrighton Italian restaurant after vegan row

Fresh start for Albrighton Italian restaurant after vegan row

A restaurant near Wolverhampton says it is hoping for a fresh start after its former chef made sarcastic online comments about meals served to a group of vegan customers.

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Lancaster flypast and concert will celebrate armed forces in Cosford

Lancaster flypast and concert will celebrate armed forces in Cosford

A concert and Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Lancaster flypast will take place at Cosford's RAF Museum later this month.

Second World War veterans reunite at Wolverhampton airfield - in video and pictures

Second World War veterans reunite at Wolverhampton airfield - in video and pictures

Around 100 Second World War RAF veterans turned out to celebrate an annual reunion at an airfield.

Un-brie-lievable scenes as cheese festival marks fifth year - in pictures and video

Un-brie-lievable scenes as cheese festival marks fifth year - in pictures and video

There were un-brie-lievable scenes as thousands flocked to a market square for the fifth anniversary of a cheese and ale festival.

Real Bodies, Birmingham NEC - review with pictures

Real Bodies, Birmingham NEC - review with pictures

Get to know your body, inside and out, at the stunning Real Bodies exhibition at Birmingham NEC.

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This Week In Photos

Katy Perry, Arena Birmingham - review and pictures

Second World War veterans reunite at Wolverhampton airfield - in video and pictures

Un-brie-lievable scenes as cheese festival marks fifth year - in pictures and video

David Byrne, Symphony Hall, Birmingham - review with pictures

West Park turned pink as Race For Life returns - with video and pictures

Gary Barlow, Symphony Hall, Birmingham - in pictures

Theatre & Comedy

Wolverhampton Grand announces new season of shows - from Rock Of Ages, to Dirty Dancing, and Madagascar The Musical

Wolverhampton Grand announces new season of shows - from Rock Of Ages, to Dirty Dancing, and Madagascar The Musical

A new season of shows has been announced for Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre - complete with productions starring celebs such as Tony Christie, Lemar and Brendan Cole.

Lee Nelson to perform at Brierley Hill Civic Hall

Lee Nelson to perform at Brierley Hill Civic Hall

TV comic Lee Nelson is to headline the next big comedy night at Brierley Hill Civic Hall later this year.

Rehearsals begin for Ladies' Day at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

Rehearsals begin for Ladies' Day at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

Tony Christie, Deena Payne, Cheryl Fergison and more will be in Wolverhampton today as rehearsals for the Grand Theatre's in-house production of Ladies' Day begin.

Greg Davies and other stars of BBC Three's Cuckoo in Lichfield premiere - in pictures

Greg Davies and other stars of BBC Three's Cuckoo in Lichfield premiere - in pictures

The stars of the television screen descended on the Midlands this week for the premiere of BBC Three comedy Cuckoo.

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What's On

Vintage Tea and Tour

Vintage Tea and Tour

When? 20 Jun

Where? Newman Brothers at the Coffin Works

WLV Homecoming

When? 23 Jun

Where? Wolverhampton

Music & Nightlife

Ceri Justice

When? 24 Jun

Where? Gunmakers Arms pub

Oh! What A Lovely War

Oh! What A Lovely War

When? 26 Jun

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

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